Fundamentals of LASERS- Their applications in prosthodntics.

      Аннотация: The field of prosthodontics has come a long way from just replacing missing teeth by simple mechanics to the boundless era of modern technology. One such technological advancement is the introduction of lasers in the field of prosthodontics that has replaced many conventional surgical and technical procedures and is beginning to replace the dental handpiece. Laser has become a ray of hope in dentistry. When used efficaciously and ethically, lasers are an exceptional modality of treatment for many clinical conditions that dentists treat on daily basis. But laser has never been the “magic wand” that many people have hoped for. It has got its own limitations. However, the futures of dental laser is bright with some of the newest ongoing researches.

Ключевые слова: Dental Lasers, Prosthodontics, laser, Nd:YAG, photomechanical interaction, removable prosthesis, fixed prosthesis, implant dentistry