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Practical Laser Applications in General Practice

Graph. SuperPulse explained: high-power, short laser-pulse duration maximizes soft-tissue removal rate and keeps adjacent tissue cool. (Courtesy of LightScalpel). INTRODUCTION The plethora of.

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Use of Lasers to Treat Failing Dental Implants

The “dental domino effect” has progressed past filling the tooth, past root canal, to longitudinal fracture, to extraction (Figure 1). Tooth No. 13.

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Atraumatic Removal of Mandibular Exostosis

An amazing blend of science and clinical practice, dentistry is constantly evolving to create a better patient experience. Patients perceive technology as an.

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Removing All-Ceramic Restorations With Lasers

INTRODUCTION I am now in my 14th year of using dental laser technology in my practice. Lasers have changed my professional life as.

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Periodontally Accelerated Orthodontics: ER,Cr:YSGG Laser-Induced Regional Acceleratory Phenomenon

INTRODUCTION Malocclusion presents aesthetic and functional problems for the patient and its treatment is a major area of basic research. Corticotomy-facilitated orthodontic therapy.

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Laser Removal of Porcelain Veneers

INTRODUCTION In a clinical article published in the February 2011 issue of Dentistry Today, entitled “New Technology: Mandatory, Elective, or Hype?”1 Drs. Gordon Christensen and Paul Child.

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Light Up Your Practice

INTRODUCTION Lasers have been in dentistry now for a good number of years. We have been using lasers in our offices for close.

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Treating the Gummy Smile

INTRODUCTION Gummy smile (excessive gingival display) is a condition in which a high lip-line exposes an abnormal amount of gingival tissue. Several potential.

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Laser Technology: Real World Applications

INTRODUCTION Remember the last time you were thinking about acquiring some new technology for your practice and, even though you wanted to be.

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Atraumatic Laser Excision and Ablation of Mandibular Tori

INTRODUCTION Tori (or bony exostoses) can provide unique clinical challenges. The large protuberance of bony tissue on the lingual aspect of the mandible.

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