WITHDRAWN: Ethical and legal ramifications of using diode lasers for nonsurgical periodontal therapy.

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The biologic rationale for the use of lasers in dentistry.

Dentists have a variety of wavelengths to choose from when purchasing a laser. Each wavelength has a unique interaction with the target tissues of the oral cavity. This article gives a rationale, grounded in sound biologic principles, for the use of different wavelengths in the oral cavity.

An overview of lasers in dentistry.

Since lasers first were introduced to general dentistry in 1990, the FDA has approved the use of seven different wavelengths. These wavelengths serve different functions in the oral cavity and create a world of difference in how the lasers operate. This article details the five wavelengths currently available and evaluates their ability to perform dental procedures.

Laser palliation of oral manifestations of human immunodeficiency virus infection.

Background: The author describes the use of lasers to palliate the oral manifestations of the human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, infection. He discusses the advantages to both patients and dentists, but he does not address the use of lasers as a modality to treat or cure HIV infection.

Case Description: Many oral manifestations of HIV infection can be used as markers for degree of immunosuppression.