Lasers in Dentistry—Current Concepts

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This extensively revised second edition offers a comprehensive guide to dental lasers, focusing on the basic science and tissue interactions that underlie their use in clinical practice. The book provides an up-to-date, evidence-based exploration of how lasers are used in various dental specialties, including restorative dentistry, endodontics, implantology, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, and soft tissue surgery. Each application is thoroughly explained and illustrated, making it an invaluable resource for both students and experienced clinicians.

The book also covers laser-assisted multi-tissue management, describing procedures such as crown lengthening, gingival troughing, gingival recontouring, and depigmentation. Looking to the future, it explores emerging laser technologies, new wavelengths, and their potential to enhance everyday clinical practices. This revised edition includes the latest research, making it an essential tool for professionals seeking to incorporate laser technology into their dental practice and understand its expanding applications.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage of Laser Applications
• Describes the use of lasers in restorative dentistry, endodontics, implantology, pediatric dentistry, periodontal therapy, and soft tissue surgery.
• Laser-Assisted Multi-Tissue Management
• In-depth explanation of crown lengthening, gingival troughing, gingival recontouring, and depigmentation procedures, demonstrating the versatility of lasers in managing both soft and hard tissues.
• Updated Research and Scientific Advances
• The latest studies on laser–tissue interactions and emerging laser wavelengths.
• Detailed exploration of new power configurations to optimize clinical outcomes.
• Illustrations and Clinical Examples
• Clear, step-by-step illustrations and clinical cases highlight the practical application of lasers in everyday dental procedures.
• Future of Laser Technology in Dentistry
• Exploration of the future potential of lasers, including emerging technologies and trends in laser treatments, paving the way for wider use in dental practice.
• Evidence-Based Insights
• Provides a thorough, research-backed perspective on the advantages and patient benefits of using lasers, either alone or alongside traditional methods.
• User-Friendly for Practitioners
• Suitable for dental students, residents, and experienced practitioners, with information presented in an accessible and clinically relevant format.
• Wide Scope of Applications
• Discusses multi-disciplinary uses of lasers across different dental procedures, making it an essential reference for anyone interested in adopting lasers in their practice.