Lasers in Dentistry

An overview of the current use of lasers in dentistry, approaching lasers from both clinical and scientific standpoints. The text is organized in four sections: a foundation, providing basic information on how lasers interact with oral tissues; practical considerations, such as safety issues, regulations, and surgical technique; the clinical applications of and the research supporting argon, CO 2, Er:YAG, Excimer, Ho:YAG, and Nd:YAG lasers; and current technology and future directions. Thoroughly illustrated in color and b&w. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.