41^st Asian Dental & Oral Health Conclave

Laser Dentistry and Digital Dentistry

Laser dentistry is an advanced dental technique that uses focused light beams to perform a wide range of dental procedures with enhanced precision, efficiency, and patient comfort. The importance of laser dentistry lies in its minimally invasive approach, which often results in reduced pain, faster healing times, minimizes the impact on surrounding tissues, and less bleeding and swelling compared to traditional methods. Lasers can be used for soft tissue treatments like gum reshaping, periodontal therapy, and removing lesions, as well as for hard tissue procedures such as cavity removal and tooth whitening.

Digital dentistry has transformed the field of dental care by incorporating advanced digital technologies into diagnosis, treatment planning, and procedures, enhancing both efficiency and precision. Digital impressions are quicker and more comfortable for patients, providing precise data that can be used to create custom crowns, bridges, and aligners with better fit and function. Additionally, digital dentistry enables more predictable outcomes, reduces the need for repeated visits, and improves patient comfort by minimizing invasive procedures.

Important aspects of digital dentistry include:

• CAD/CAM (computer-aided design and manufacturing)
• Digital imaging and scanning
• 3D printing
• Digital treatment planning
• Enhanced patient experience