Er:YAG Laser and Hemolasertherapy: Bone and Gingiva Gain-Case Report

• Published in: Photobiomodulation, photomedicine, and laser surgery Vol. 42; no. 7; p. 493
• Main Authors: Zanin, Fatima, Silva, Gabriela, Mayer-Santos, Eric, Brugnera, Ana Paula, Sardop, Ariane, Brugnera, Jr, Aldo
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.07.2024
• Subjects: Adult; Female; Gingiva - radiation effects; Humans; Lasers, Solid-State - therapeutic use; Low-Level Light Therapy; Male; Middle Aged; bone regeneration; gingival ligament; hemolasertherapy; gingival papilla; laser; black spaces
• DOI: 10.1089/pho.2023.0138

Modern dentistry has increasingly valued conservative and biologically less invasive clinical practices, seeking to preserve the patients' tissues and natural dental elements. Most extractions in the dental clinic are preceded by periodontal disease that presents bone and gingival tissue loss, compromising the aesthetics as well as the support of dental elements. The clinical approach in these cases often involves bone exertion followed by the successful installation of osseointegrated implants. In this study, a case of extensive periodontal involvement and mobility of dental elements was carried out in a minimally invasive way, using the Er:YAG laser for periodontal decontamination and the hemolasertherapy technique to regenerate adjacent tissues, totaling nine weeks of treatment. Clinical and radiographical improvement of tissue health and complete preservation of dental elements were observed. The patient underwent a follow-up appointment 2 years after the start of treatment when it was still possible to verify the stability of the clinical condition and the tissue gains obtained.