Keywords
Photobiomodulation
Pediatric dentistry
Laser
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Abstract
Objective: To analyze the current evidence related to the use of laser therapy in pediatric dentistry, through an integrative review. Methods: A search was carried out with terms related to the topic, in the PubMed database, in February 2024. Articles published in the last five years were selected, which had full text availability and which addressed the topic. To include articles, titles, abstracts and full text were read. The following data were collected: authors and publication date, study design, main objective and conclusion. Results: The initial search resulted in 179 articles, 77 of which were published in the last 5 years, and 75 articles with full text available. After individual analysis of each article, 10 studies were included in this review. Most studies addressed the randomized clinical trial methodology. Laser therapy was used for procedures involving dental anesthesia, pulpotomy, reduction of bacteria in dental biofilm, acceleration of orthodontic movement and as an adjunct in reducing dentin hypersensitivity in teeth affected by MIH. Final considerations: Laser therapy showed positive results in pediatric dentistry, promoting more comfortable treatments with less anxiety in children.
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