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Bhumika Sehdev1, Nityanand Shetty2, Ankur Kaul3
1Department of Periodontology, RKDF Dental College and Research Center, Bhopal, M.P., India.
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|August 12, 2024
Summary
Laser therapy offers a better alternative for orthodontic soft tissue surgeries, significantly reducing post-operative pain and bleeding compared to traditional methods.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Laser Applications
Background:
- Light Amplified Stimulated Emission of Radiation (LASER) therapy is increasingly researched as an adjunct in orthodontic procedures.
- Soft tissue surgeries are common in orthodontics, often associated with patient discomfort and bleeding.
Purpose of the Study:
- To clinically evaluate laser-assisted soft tissue procedures in orthodontics.
- To compare patient outcomes regarding pain and bleeding between laser and conventional surgical methods.
Main Methods:
- Performed various soft tissue procedures including aesthetic re-contouring, gingivectomy, maxillary frenectomy, operculectomy, and surgical exposure of impacted canines.
- Utilized LASER technology for surgical interventions.
- Assessed post-operative pain and intra-operative bleeding as primary clinical outcomes.
Main Results:
- Patients undergoing LASER-assisted surgery reported reduced pain at 1 hour and 24 hours post-procedure.
- LASER procedures demonstrated decreased bleeding during the surgical interventions.
Conclusions:
- Soft tissue LASER therapy is a viable alternative to conventional surgery in orthodontic practice.
- LASER application in orthodontics leads to improved patient comfort through pain reduction and minimized bleeding.
