Use and Evaluation of a Cooling Aid in Laser-Assisted Dental Surgery: An Innovative Study.

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the beneficial effect of NeoHeal during laser-assisted oral surgery.

Background Data: Laser-assisted surgery is a less invasive technique than conventional surgery using a blade; however, the heat produced by the laser can damage tissue proximal to the treated area. We hypothesized the hydrogel NeoHeal could be applied during oral surgery and have similar benefits as those already described for dermatological surgery.