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Current Concepts of Laser-Oral Tissue Interaction
Steven Parker1, Mark Cronshaw1, Eugenia Anagnostaki1
1Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, Leicester LE1 9BH, UK.
Dentistry Journal
|July 2, 2020
Summary
This review explores how different laser wavelengths and power levels interact with oral hard and soft tissues. Optimizing laser settings is key to effective treatment while minimizing damage to surrounding tissues.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Dental Laser Applications
- Photonic Energy Interactions
Background:
- Laser photonic energy is crucial for dental therapy and tissue management.
- Effective laser use depends on energy absorption by target oral tissues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the differential performance of oral hard and soft tissues exposed to variable laser parameters.
- To explore laser-tissue interactions and optimize treatment outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Examination of peer-reviewed published data and materials.
- Analysis of laser photonic energy interactions with oral tissues at various wavelengths and power values.
Main Results:
- Differential absorption and performance of oral tissues under varying laser irradiance.
- Identification of optimal laser parameters for specific tissue effects.
- Assessment of risks to adjacent non-target structures.
Conclusions:
- Understanding laser-tissue interactions is fundamental for effective adjunctive dental therapy.
- Optimizing minimum laser power is essential for desired effects and minimizing collateral damage.
