AAP-Commissioned Review Lasers in Periodontics: A Review of the Literature
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Background: Despite the large number of publications, there is still controversy among clinicians regarding the application of dental lasers to the treatment of chronic periodontitis. The purpose of this review is to analyze the peer-reviewed research literature to determine the state of the science concerning the application of lasers to common oral soft tissue problems, root surface detoxification, and the treatment of chronic periodontitis. Methods: A comprehensive computer-based search combined the following databases into one search: Medline, Current
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تاریخ انتشار 2006