Lasers in orthodontics
Article Type : Review Article
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Volume : 4
Issue : 1
Online ISSN : 2455-1732
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Article First Page : 12
Article End Page : 16
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.
Doi No:-10.18231/2455-1732.2018.0004