Applications of Laser Welding in Dentistry: A State-of-the-Art Review
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Date
2018-04-28
Authors
Perveen, Asma
Molardi, Carlo
Fornaini, Carlo
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Publisher
MDPI
Abstract
The dental industry without lasers is inconceivable right now. This captivating technology
has outlasted other possible alternative technologies applied in dentistry in the past due to its
precision, accuracy, minimal invasive effect as well as faster operating time. Other alternatives such
as soldering, resistance (spot) welding, plasma (torch) welding, and single pulse tungsten inert gas
welding have their pros and cons; nevertheless, laser welding remains the most suitable option so
far for dental application. This paper attempts to give an insight into the laser principle and types
of lasers used for dental purposes, types of dental alloys used by the dentist, and effect of laser
parameters on prosthesis/implants. It is apparent from the literature review that laser assisted dental
welding will continue to grow and will become an unparalleled technology for dental arena.
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dental alloys, laser welding, dentistry
Citation
Perveen, A.; Molardi, C.; Fornaini, C. Applications of Laser Welding in Dentistry: A State-of-the-Art Review. Micromachines 2018, 9, 209.