Review Article
Year: 2019 | Month: November | Volume: 6 | Issue: 11 | Pages: 394-398
A Review on Lasers in Remineralization of Carious Lesions
Vyshnavi Mulakala1, Tivanani Venkata Durga Mahendra2
1Internee, Undergraduate Student, Sree Sai Dental College And Research Institute, srikakulam, India.
2Postgraduate Student, Sree Sai Dental College and Research Institute, Srikakulam, India.
Corresponding Author: Vyshnavi Mulakala
ABSTRACT
Introduction: Dental caries are still public health problems, and untreated caries lesions are the most prevalent chronic oral problems. Laser therapy is the minimally invasive treatment approach for remineralization of demineralized tooth structure.
Aim: The aim of the study is to emphasize the various effects of lasers on the remineralization of enamel.
Materials and methods: The use of lasers in preventive dentistry and its effecton remineralizing the tooth structure.
Discussion: the use of lasers in remineralization of carious lesions, its effects on tooth structure, and hazardous effects have been reported.
Conclusion: To have a precise diagnosis and to select a proper and successful laser-assisted treatment modality for remineralization, the clinician should have a comprehensive understanding of the principles and fundamentals of laser and its helpful abilities.
Key words: Dental caries, Demineralization, Remineralization, Laser therapy.
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