title: The current status of low level laser therapy in dentistry. Part 2. Hard tissue applications.
abstract: While most applications of low level laser therapy (LLLT) in dentistry are directed toward soft tissues, in recent years there has been increasing interest in tooth-related or hard tissue applications of LLLT. This report provides an overview of applications of LLLT in the treatment of dentine hypersensitivity and pain arising from the periodontal ligament, and describes the phenomenon of lethal laser photosensitization and its applications in the treatment of dental caries. Technical aspects of LLLT equipment and safety concerns are also discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dentistry, University of Queensland.
authors.forename: L J
authors.initials: LJ
authors.lastname: Walsh
mesh_terms: D001419:Bacteria / Q000528:radiation effects; D003731:Dental Caries / Q000532:radiotherapy; D003807:Dentin Sensitivity / Q000532:radiotherapy; D004869:Equipment Safety; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D009059:Mouth Diseases / Q000532:radiotherapy; D010146:Pain / Q000532:radiotherapy; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D010513:Periodontal Ligament / Q000528:radiation effects; D013242:Sterilization / Q000379:methods; D013674:Technology, Dental / Q000295:instrumentation; D014076:Tooth Diseases / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques / Q000009:adverse effects