Spectral and Image-Guided Laser Ablation for Dental Applications
Author | : Kenneth Henry Chan |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 210 |
Release | : 2018 |
ISBN-10 | : 0438778189 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780438778184 |
Rating | : 4/5 (89 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Although there has been progress in reducing the incidence of dental decay, dental caries remains a significant health problem and a new approach towards the treatment of dental caries with an emphasis on early detection and minimal intervention would be a significant step forward. Systems that can rapidly and selectively remove caries and/or composite from tooth surfaces while minimizing the inadvertent removal of healthy tooth structure would be a significant improvement over current methods. These fundamental studies will significantly advance our overall knowledge of laser-tissue interactions and facilitate the development of safer and more efficient laser systems for the removal of dental caries and restorative materials.