Contact versus non-contact ablation of the artificial enamel caries by Er:YAG and CTH:YAG laser radiation
2013
Abstract
The aim of study is to compare the ablation effect of contact and non-contact interaction of Er:YAG and CTH:YAG laser radiation with artificial enamel caries lesion. The artificial caries was prepared in intact teeth to simulate demineralized surface and the laser radiation was applied.
Contact and non-contact ablation was compared. Two laser systems Er:YAG 2.94 mu m and CTH:YAG 2.1 mu m were used.
The enamel artificial caries were gently removed by laser radiation and flow Sonic fill composite resin was inserted. Scanning electron microscope was use to evaluate the enamel surface.