The Application of Soft Tissue Lasers in Periodontics- A Case Series

Abstract

Introduction:

Laser surgeries have been considered as a substitute for scalpel/conventional soft tissue surgeries due to its versatile property, ease of working, hemostasis and able to decontaminate the area of contact. The growing popularity of soft tissue lasers along with patients’ compliance have led researchers to conduct studies and modify the properties of existing lasers.

Case series:

 A total of seven cases requiring soft tissue periodontal surgeries were treated using diode laser with a wavelength of 980nm, 1.5W energy output, in a pulsed, contact mode of delivery. The treatments included in this case series were frenectomy, vestibuloplasty, gingivectomy, depigmentation, excision of pulp polyp and Laser assisted pocket disinfection. Following single-session of laser therapy, the patients were recalled for follow-ups to assess the wound healing and condition of the surgical sites.

Results:

 All the patients were followed-up after surgery and they displayed favourable surgical outcome (minimal post-operative complications)

Conclusion:

The use of soft tissue diode lasers in periodontal surgeries is a simple surgical tool that consumes less time, offers better patient compliance and hence can be considered as an alternative to conventional surgeries