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Application of low intensity laser therapy in dentistry: integrative review
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Keywords

Laser therapy
Low-level light therapy
Radiation
Electromagnetic radiation

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Application of low intensity laser therapy in dentistry: integrative review. (2020). Electronic Journal Collection Health, 39, e2142. https://doi.org/10.25248/reas.e2142.2020

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Abstract

Objective: This paper aims to conduct na integrative review to analyse the indications of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in dental use. Methods: As a search strategy, searches in the PubMed/MedLine, LiLacs and SciELo databases were established in the 2014-2019 period, combining the descriptors “laser therapy”, “laser therapy in dentistry” and “low level laser therapy and dentistry” with Boolean descriptors. In their search sources. Results: The low intensity laser has been used for therapeutic purposes in dentistry, its effects enable beneficial follow-up in the perspectives of clinical and functional observation, minimizing the painful picture through its analgesic, anti-inflammatory and biostimulant effect, thus optimizing the healing process. Final Considerations: The application of low intensity laser is a procedure very often done by dental professionals, where it is very effective in supporting the conventional procedures, and the treatment is very reliable, where there are no side effects, but professionals should be able to performing a satisfactory procedure.

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