Aerosols, viruses and laser plume management for LightScalpel, VetScalpel, Aesculight and Luxar surgical CO2 lasers
ANSI Z136.3 Standard for Safe Use of Lasers in Health Care () defines laser plume as one of the non-beam laser hazards since it contains viral, bacterial, and other cellular and aerosolized particulates. ANSI Z136.3 Standard also specifies safety measures to mitigate the laser plume hazards, i.e. the mandatory use of Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) device equipped with a proper filter (with ANSI Z136.
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Comparison of the Influence of CO2-laser and Scalpel Skin Incisions on the Surgical Wound Healing Process
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By L. Miguel Carreira and Pedro Azevedo Published in the , Volume 1, Issue 3, 2016 -
This study evaluates the influence of CO2 laser and scalpel skin incisions on the surgical wound healing process.
The Laser
The CO2 laser model 1507 (manufactured by LightScalpel, LLC, Bothell, WA). The Aesculight model AE-1507 is functionally similar to LightScalpel LS-1005 and LS-2010 laser systems with identical SuperPulse peak power, pulse energy, pulse timing, and spot size specifications.
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Comparing Diode, Erbium, and CO2 Soft-Tissue Dental Lasers
Overview of Dental Diode, Erbium, and Carbon Dioxide Lasers in Soft-Tissue Dental Surgery
Initiating a diode laser tip with articulating paper
The ADA Compares Erbium and CO2 Lasers For Use in Soft Tissue Dentistry
According to , “for erbium laser wavelengths, optical absorption and coagulation depths are significantly smaller than gingival blood vessel diameters.
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Latest in Dental Surgery
Use of the LightScalpel CO2 Laser to Treat Periimplantitis of the Apical One-Half of an Implant
By David E. Stall, D.M.D.
Following the Patient’s First Year of Treatment
This case report follows a patient over their first year of treatment. The patient is a 69-year-old male who presented to our office. His chief complaint was that he had many broken teeth and wanted implants.
After a thorough dental and medical evaluation, including a complete set of x-rays and CBCT, a plan was developed for him.
Unveiling the Mysteries of Buccal-Ties
The buccal frenum, a band of connective tissue inside the mouth, has been a subject of increasing interest among healthcare professionals. When overly restrictive, this tissue can lead to a range of issues, from breastfeeding difficulties in infants to speech and eating challenges, as well as difficulty brushing, gingival recession, and even trouble with dentures in older individuals.
New Insights into Dental Sleep Medicine: A Must-Read Article Featuring LightScalpel Lasers
Initial lateral ceph from Dr. Batoon's case study
The field of dentistry is undergoing a significant transformation, with a growing focus on airway health and dental sleep medicine. Dr. Diana Batoon's recent article, "" published in Dentistry Today, is a groundbreaking piece you won't want to miss.
In this compelling article, Dr. Batoon discusses the challenges and solutions in treating children with sleep-related issues.
The ADA’s Guide to Dental Lasers and Related Light-based Technologies
For those in the market for a dental laser but don't know where to start, we recommend reading the American Dental Association's technical report titled "." This is a wonderful resource that covers the key fundamentals in laser dentistry and why you might choose one laser type over another.
Some key takeaways about laser tissue interaction that you might not know:
Diode lasers cut using a hot tip, not a laser beam.
Everything Else You Can Do with a CO Laser: A Frenulum Free Course
Did you miss this excellent presentation? "Everything Else You Can Do with a CO Laser: A Frenulum Free Course" by Paul A. Bahn, III, DMD, was recorded at the AAPD in May 2022. You can purchase this presentation as part of the package "" (it includes 3 other presentations as well). For AAPD members the package costs $120 for non-members it is $170.
Everyday LightScalpel Soft Tissue Dental Surgery
is a US-based designer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art, high-precision, durable, and highly ergonomic CO2 lasers with exclusive flexible fibers. LightScalpel lasers deliver predictable and repeatable tissue response, fast ablation, and instant hemostasis. The extremely precise cutting, minimal collateral damage, clear and bloodless operating field, and minimal postoperative pain make the LightScalpel CO2 laser the tool of choice for several everyday dental procedures.