title: Recurrent Labial Herpes Simplex in Pediatric Dentistry: Low-level Laser Therapy as a Treatment Option.
abstract: Recurrent labial herpes simplex is a pathology of viral origin that is frequently observed in children. The signs and symptoms are uncomfortable and, in many cases, the efficacy of treatment is unproven. However, several studies have demonstrated good results from the use of low-level laser therapy (LLLT), primarily due to acceleration of the healing process and pain relief, which make it a promising resource for use with this pathology. This paper describes a clinical case of a 7-year-old patient affected by this pathology and the therapeutic resolution proposed. How to cite this article: Stona P, da Silva Viana E, dos Santos Pires L, Weber JBB, Kramer PF. Recurrent Labial Herpes Simplex in Pediatric Dentistry: Low-level Laser Therapy as a Treatment Option. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2014;7(2):140-143.
authors.affiliation: Managing Editor, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Universidade Luterana do Brasil, RS, Brazil.
authors.forename: Priscila
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Stona
authors.affiliation: Managing Editor, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Universidade Luterana do Brasil, RS, Brazil.
authors.forename: Elizabete
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: da Silva Viana
authors.affiliation: Managing Editor, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Universidade Luterana do Brasil, RS, Brazil.
authors.forename: Leandro
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Dos Santos Pires
authors.affiliation: Managing Editor, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Pontificia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul, RS, Brazil.
authors.forename: João Batista
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Blessmann Weber
authors.affiliation: Managing Editor, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Universidade Luterana do Brasil, RS, Brazil.
authors.forename: Paulo
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Floriani Kramer
keywords: Herpes simplex; Laser therapy; Pediatric dentistry