LASERS: A Boon in Prosthodontics
Journal Title: Journal of Dentistry and Oral Sciences - Year 2020, Vol 2, Issue 4
Abstract
In the era of technological advancements, one of the most significant innovation is the “LASER”. An acronym “LASER” stands for “Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.” Earlier, the term LASER was pronounced as “MASER” i.e. “Microwave Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.” LASER is a monochromatic and coherent light that is produced by the release of more photons which triggers a chain reaction. The laser compartment consists of six major components, which are important to understand for the production of light. LASERs have also been an integral part of dental sciences and helped to provide standard care particularly in the field of Prosthodontics [1]. Lasers interact with the biological tissues by the process of absorption, reflection, transmission, and scattering.
Authors and Affiliations
Arpit Sikri1 and Jyotsana Sikri2
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