The application of Nd:YAG laser prior to photopolymerization of adhesive systems in an attempt to create a new bonding layer by dentin/adhesive melting significantly increased the shear bond strength to the dentin substrate.
SUMMARYPurpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of Nd:YAG laser on the shear bond strength to enamel and dentin of total and self-etch adhesives when the laser was applied over the adhesives, before they were
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