[Clinical application of laser in crown lengthening]

Crown lengthening is one of the most common surgeries in clinical practice. Under the premise of ensuring the biologic width, the adequate crown is exposed by resecting the periodontal soft tissue and (or) hard tissue to meet the prosthodontic and (or) aesthetic requirements. Considering the various advantages of oral laser, such as safe, precise, minimally invasive and comfort, laser has become a promising technology which can be used to improve the traditional crown lengthening. In this review, the principles and characteristics of laser application in crown lengthening, especially in the minimally invasive or flapless crown lengthening will be reviewed. Its pros and cons will also be discussed.