Lasers in the field of Dentistry

The word laser conjures in the minds eye many aspects of what might be described as ¿modern life¿. The words ¿powerful¿, ¿precise¿ & ¿innovative¿ complement our conception of the world in terms of technology, whereas patients often associate the words ¿magical¿ & ¿lightening quick¿ with the use of lasers in dental practice. In dentistry, lasers can be used to clean cavities & root canals, make incisions during gum surgeries, seal enamel fissures, diagnose hidden cavities, treat hypersensitive teeth & harden composite materials. Laser advantages such as bloodless operative & postoperative course, no suturing usually required, minimal to absent postoperative pain, & high patient acceptance help make lasers a highly advantageous alternative to conventional treatment modalities such as scalpel or electrosurgery