Indications and limitations of Er:YAG laser applications in dentistry.
OBJECTIVE
To describe the development, indications, and limitations of Er:YAG lasers in the dental field.


METHODS
A review based on the literature search in PubMed and completed by other documents was performed.


RESULTS
Based on the synthesis of the reviewed literature different topics concerning the Er:YAG effects and applications in dentistry are discussed and recommendations for the use of this type of laser are given.
Bader
Carl
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Division of Cariology and Endodontology, School of Dentistry, University of Geneva, Switzerland.
Krejci
Ivo
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D003748:Dental Equipment; D004871:Erbium; D006801:Humans; D007834:Lasers
D004871:Erbium