Santosh University Journal of Health Sciences

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Lasers in orthodontics

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Review Article

Author Details : Rajiv Ahluwalia, Shabih Fatima, Shruveta Srivastava, Parvinder Kaur

Volume : 4, Issue : 1, Year : 2018

Article Page : 12-16

https://10.18231/2455-1732.2018.0004

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Abstract

Dentistry, in all its neoteric era revolves around the techniques and procedures that are advantageous and patient friendly. Such a research led to the institution of light amplification and stimulated emission of radiation technique, both in medicine and dentistry. Lasers are currently being followed in all the specialties including orthodontics, wherein it has dramatically decreased the treatment timings, resulting in better outcomes along with pain reduction procedures, greater patient satisfaction and a superior practice.

Keywords: Light amplification and stimulated emission of radiation (LASER), Orthodontics, Dentistry, LLLT, Accelerated tooth movement, Crown lengthening, Micro-etching of enamel.

How to cite : Ahluwalia R, Fatima S, Srivastava S, Kaur P, Lasers in orthodontics. Santosh Univ J Health Sci 2018;4(1):12-16

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