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The Esthetic Crown Lengthening by Er;Cr:Ysgg Laser: A Case Series Publisher



Fekrazad R1 ; Moharrami M2 ; Chiniforush N3
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  1. 1. Laser Research Center in Medical Sciences (LRCMS), Department of Periodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, AJA University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  2. 2. Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  3. 3. Laser Research Center of Dentistry, Dentistry Research Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Source: Journal of Lasers in Medical Sciences Published:2018


Abstract

Introduction: Laser technology as a new modality in dentistry has gained special attention. Among different types of lasers, erbium lasers have gained special attention for management of oral soft and hard tissue simultaneously. This study presents series of cases of crown lengthening (CL) and restorations accomplished by erbium, chromium: yttrium-scandium-gallium-garnet (Er,Cr:YSGG). Case Reports: Seven patients were selected for this study. After complete oral examination and diagnosis, the treatment plan of each patient was designed. All cases needed esthetic CL. In some cases, frenum revision and class V cavity preparation was done by Er;Cr:YSGG laser. All patients treated with Er;Cr:YSGG laser producing a wavelength of 2780 nm (Biolase, Irvine, California, USA); Tip T4, 400 μm Diameter for soft tissue management and Tip G6, 6 mm long, 600 μm diameter for hard tissue management. Results: All patients reflected acceptable results based on clinical evaluation and patients' declaration of post-surgical status. Conclusion: Using Er;Cr:YSGG laser in class v cavity preparation and flapless CL seemed to be effective and beneficial. © 2018, Laser Application in Medical Sciences Research Center.