Immediate laser-induced hemostasis in anticoagulated rats subjected to oral soft tissue surgery: a double-blind study.

Given the growing trend towards medical indications for continuous use of anticoagulants, the number of patients on these medications continues to rise. The management of patients on oral anticoagulants requiring oral surgical procedures has aroused much controversy. Changes in an anticoagulation regimen are associated with an increased risk of thromboembolism.