Er:YAG Laser: Clinical experience based upon scientific evidence. Clinical Cases

摘要

The aim of this work was to demonstrate, based upon scientific evidence, the efficacy of dental treatment using the Er:YAG laser. The ErYAG laser is able of quick cavitation of dental structure with minimal thermal effect. It is also well known that most treatment is carried out without the need of local anesthesia. It is also recognized that its work with no vibration and in a non-contact mode. This paper reports the clinical results of 590 dental procedures carried out with the Er:YAG laser on selected patients. The laser was used for composite removal (3-4 Hz, 250-400 mJ), cavity enamel preparation (3-4 Hz, 250-400 mJ), carious dentine removal (3-4 Hz, 200-300 mJ) and conditioning of both dentin and enamel (2-4 Hz, 80-120 mJ). Dental treatment with the Er:YAG laser was a secure and efficient method of treatment with more comfort for the patients , high acceptance from patients and less need of using local anesthesia (10 percent).