Lasers in pediatric dentistry [Çocuk dishekimliginde lazerler]

Abstract

Dental treatment with convantional bur system can cause vibration, pressure, friction, heat and these might eventually cause fear. Laser treatment may prevent all these negative outcome. The use of laser for overcoming dental fear and anxiety of children is a great advantage in paediatric dentistry. Lasers are used in a variety of dental treatments. The aim of this review is to summarize the use of lasers in pediatric dentistry that can be used at both soft and hard tissues.