Versatility of an 810 NM Diode Laser in Pediatric Dentistry

Purpose: During the last few years, the use of laser techniques has dominated the dentistry world as an alternative to different traditional methods or in combination with these. Diode laser is the most frequently used in dentistry due to its reliability, versatility and convenience, together with its handiness and simple setting-up. The aim of this paper is to review the use of diode laser (810 nm) in pediatric dentistry. Methods: We illustrate, according to the recent literature review, the clinical approach in deciduous teeth endodontics (like pulpotomy and root canal therapy) and in soft tissues surgery with description of techniques used in labial and lingual fraenectomy, operculectomy for tooth retention and hypertrophic lesions removal. Results: 810 nm diode laser has been used in all these different therapies at 0,8 to 3 W power either in continuous or pulsed mode. Diode laser has one of the most versatile ranges of wavelengths available due to the number of different therapies that can be performed in several tissues.