Annals and Essences of Dentistry
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Abstract

LASERS AND ITS APPLICATIONS IN CONSERVATIVE DENTISTRY: A REVIEW

Shirish kumar R, Srikumar GPV

Lasers were introduced in the field of dentistry with the hope of overcoming some of the drawbacks posed by the conventional methods of dental treatment. Since, its first use for dental treatment in 1964, the use of lasers have increased rapidly in the last couple of decades. Presently, in accordance with their specific wavelength, laser equipments are available on a large scale. This article reviews, laser equipment, laser- tissue interaction, various applications of laser in conservative dentistry, its advantages, disadvantages, hazards of laser and its control measures.

Published Date: 2017-03-31;