The Effect of a Pulsed Nd:YAG Laser in Non‐Surgical Periodontal Therapy

Slot, Dagmar Else; Kranendonk, Aart A.; Paraskevas, S.P.; Weijden, F. van der

doi:10.1902/jop.2009.080571

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“…28 In our study, diode laser led to significant improvement of clinical parameters (PD, RAL, BOP) after 30 days compared with that of SRP alone, Dukic 13 The beneficial effects of nonsurgical laser therapy to treat periodontal diseases have been discussed in many studies and reviews. 35,36 These could be due to better subgingival debridement of the pocket and eradication of periodontal microorganism within the subgingival area. 9 Diode lasers disinfect the bacteria thermally which is basically limited to the root surface.…”

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Diode Laser as an Adjunctive to Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy during Maintenance Phase: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

Suprith¹,

Setty²,

Thakur³

2016

International Journal of Laser Dentistry

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Aim:The aim of the study was to determine and compare the pocket depths (PD), relative attachment levels (RAL), bleeding on probing (BOP) and plaque indices (PI) in patients treated with scaling and root planning (SRP) alone and along with diode laser. Materials and methods:The study was carried out on 30 subjects who fulfill the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Group I: 15 patients treated with SRP along with diode laser irradiation. Group II: 15 patients treated only with SRP. The clinical parameters were probing PD, RAL, BOP and PI which were recorded at base line, 7 days and after 1 month. Statistical analysis was done using Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Shapiro-Wilk, t-test, chi-square test. Results:The use of diode lasers as an adjunct to SRP during maintenance phase showed better results when compared to SRP alone. Moderate periodontal pockets with moderate attachment loss showed significant improvement in group I than in group II. There was no change in deep pockets with severe attachment loss in both groups.Clinical significance: The study shows that the specified laser parameter and the modality of application of the same results in faster healing. This can be recommended as an appropriate treatment for moderate pockets.

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Diode Laser as an Adjunctive to Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy during Maintenance Phase: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

Suprith¹,

Setty²,

Thakur³

2016

International Journal of Laser Dentistry

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“…The use of Nd:YAG lasers in the treatment of chronic periodontitis is based on successful sub-gingival curettage, which allows the creation of a new attachment through regeneration of the cementum and periodontal ligament, and contributes to the formation of the alveolar bone [23]. These results are achieved through a reduction in the number of bacteria in the periodontal pocket and coagulation of the inflamed and necrotic tissue.…”

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Modern Approach to the Identification and Elimination of Periodontal Infection

2012

Maced J Med Sci

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In global terms, periodontitis is the leading cause of tooth loss, and causes serious aesthetic and functional problems. There are numerous scientific evidence that power periopathogenic microorganisms may have influence on some systemic conditions and diseases. If we add the fact that periimplantitis are caused by identical periopathogenes, management or effective identification and elimination of periodontal inflammation set as imperative in successful periodontal treatment and possible complications locally or systemic, as well as resistance and lifetime of the implants. As a method for quantifying and classification of bacterial species are recommended monitoring of the bacterial micro flora through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) technique. Laser therapy as a supplementary method to classic treatment is strongly emphasized as a new therapeutic option that uses the photo-thermal effect to fight bacterial infection. Air flow -an original method that uses water, air and powder help to destroy the biofilm and remove plaque. Oral application of LAD (Light activated disinfection) therapy influence nascent oxygen breaks down the interaction in biofilm and makes the microorganisms more sensitive to further damage. Finally, the role and use of probiotics as a link between the beneficial oral bacteria species and inflammation.

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“…[10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17] The available evidence consistently shows that therapies intended to arrest and control periodontitis depend primarily on effective debridement of the root surface and not removal of the lining of the pocket soft tissue wall, i.e., curettage. 18,19 Currently, there is minimal evidence to support use of a laser for the purpose of subgingival debridement, either as a monotherapy or adjunctive to SRP.…”

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“…18,19 Currently, there is minimal evidence to support use of a laser for the purpose of subgingival debridement, either as a monotherapy or adjunctive to SRP. [10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22] REDUCTION OF SUBGINGIVAL BACTERIAL LEVELS Current evidence shows lasers, as a group, to be unpredictable and inconsistent in their ability to reduce subgingival microbial loads beyond that achieved by SRP alone. [10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17] Further, this conclusion also appears to apply to the use of photodynamic therapy (PDT), either as a monotherapy or adjunctive to SRP.…”

Section: Laser-mediated Sulcular And/or Pocket Debridementmentioning

confidence: 99%