Er:YAG and CTH:YAG laser radiation: contact versus non-contact enamel ablation and sonic-activated bulk composite placement
2013
Abstract
Laser radiation can be used for effective caries removal and cavity preparation without significant thermal effects, collateral damage of tooth structure, or patient discomfort. In this study the quality of tissue after contact or non-contact Er:YAG and CTH:YAG laser radiation ablation was compared.
The second goal was to characterize sealing ability of hard dental tissues using sonic-activated bulk filling material with change in viscosity during processing.