Removal of partially erupted third molars using an erbium (Er):YAG laser:: a randomised controlled clinical trial

被引:35
作者
Abu-Serriah, M
Critchlow, H
Whitters, CJ
Ayoub, A
机构
[1] Glasgow Dent Hosp & Sch, Dept Oral & Maxillofacial Surg, Biotechnol & Craniofacial Res Sect, Glasgow G2 3JZ, Lanark, Scotland
[2] Dept Clin Phys, Glasgow G2 3JZ, Lanark, Scotland
关键词
erbium (Er): YAG laser; postoperative pain; impacted fluid molars; bone removal;
D O I
10.1016/j.bjoms.2004.02.006
中图分类号
R78 [口腔科学];
学科分类号
1003 [口腔医学];
摘要
We compared Erbium (Er):YAG laser with a surgical bur for removal of partially erupted lower third molars. Patients were randomised to be treated by either laser or bur. A total of 42 patients (laser = 22; bur = 20) were treated. A greater reduction in the range of mouth opening was found after laser than after bur treatment. Postoperative pain was more common after bur treatment. The duration of operation was considerably longer with laser than with bur. No persistent complications were encountered. (C) 2004 The British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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