Santosh University Journal of Health Sciences

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Comparative analysis of laser assisted periodontal pocket therapy with periodontal flap surgery in chronic periodontitis – A case series

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Case Report

Author Details : Nikita Jain*, Shweta Bali, Priyanka Aggarwal, Shobhit Arora

Volume : 6, Issue : 1, Year : 2020

Article Page : 59-62

https://10.18231/j.sujhs.2020.014

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Abstract

Periodontitis is the result of complicated interrelationships between infectious agents such as bacterium
and host factors. The objective of periodontal surgery is to restore periodontal health and to prevent
further relapse. Traditionally scalpels were used in periodontal surgery. Recent advancements in optical
devices have set a milestone within the field of periodontal surgery. Two chronic periodontitis patients with
generalized probing pocket depth of 5mm and 7mm after phase I therapy were selected. The selected
segments were randomly divided into open flap debridement and diode laser assisted pocket therapy. Postoperative
results based on clinical parameters and patient perspective were recorded. Clinically significant
improvement in probing pocket depth and clinical attachment levels were determined in each treated sites.
Patient acceptance and comfort were additional in laser treated sites compared to traditional surgical sites.

Keywords: Open flap debridement, Diode laser, Chronic periodontitis, Laser assisted pocket therapy, LANAP, Periodontal surgery.

How to cite : Jain N, Bali S, Aggarwal P , Arora S , Comparative analysis of laser assisted periodontal pocket therapy with periodontal flap surgery in chronic periodontitis – A case series. Santosh Univ J Health Sci 2020;6(1):59-62

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