Laser dental decay prevention: does it have a future?

G. Lynn Powell

doi:10.1117/12.297858

22 December 1997 Laser dental decay prevention: does it have a future?

G. Lynn Powell

Proceedings Volume 3192, Medical Applications of Lasers in Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Dentistry, and Endoscopy; (1997) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.297858
Event: BiOS Europe '97, 1997, San Remo, Italy

Abstract

Previous studies have recorded the reduction of caries-like lesions or demineralization in extracted human teeth that have been irradiated using CO₂, Nd:YAG and Argon lasers, with CO₂ or Argon showing up to 40 - 50% reduction. By adding a chemical inhibitor, such as DAC or fluoride to lasing procedures, the demineralization can be reduced 60 - 80%. Studies have demonstrated the laser safety for Argon and CO₂ laser in these procedures. Clinical trials are being initiated to evaluate acid resistance of enamel exposed to laser radiation. This presentation will review prior results and present our current findings.

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G. Lynn Powell "Laser dental decay prevention: does it have a future?", Proc. SPIE 3192, Medical Applications of Lasers in Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Dentistry, and Endoscopy, (22 December 1997); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.297858

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