Nasim Chiniforush, DDS, PhD, University of Genoa, Italy
Jacek Matys, DDS, PhD, Wroclaw Medical University, Poland
BMC Oral Health has published this Collection on Lasers in dentistry. This collection seeks to explore the diverse applications of lasers in dentistry and their impact on patient care, clinical workflows, and scientific research.
This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3: Good Health & Well-Being.
Nasim Chiniforush, DDS, PhD, University of Genoa, Italy
Dr Nasim Chiniforush, DDS, PhD, is a member of the Department of Surgical Sciences and Integrated Diagnostics, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy, where she completed a Fellowship in laser dentistry. She served as the Head of the Laser Research Center of Dentistry at Tehran University of Medical Sciences from 2021 to 2023 and was a Director for the Leading House of Iran Switzerland Academic Partnerships from 2019 to 2023. She is a member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) and the Country Representative for the World Federation of Laser Dentistry (WFLD). She has authored three books on laser dentistry and continues to contribute as reviewer in highly indexed journals.
Jacek Matys, DDS, PhD, Wroclaw Medical University, PolandJacek Matys, DDS, PhD, MS, serves as an Assistant at the Department of Dental Surgery at the Medical University of Wroclaw and is a recipient of the Minister of Education and Science's "Scholarship for Outstanding Young Scientists" (2021-2024). He successfully completed a two-year postgraduate program, earning the title of Master in Laser Dentistry at Sapienza University of Rome (2016-2018). Additionally, he holds the position of Coordinator of the European Master Degree in Oral Laser Application postgraduate studies at the Medical University of Wroclaw and acts as the Treasurer of the Polish Society of Laser Dentistry.
BMC Oral Health has published this Collection on Lasers in dentistry.
Lasers have revolutionized the practice of dentistry, offering precision, minimally invasive, and patient-friendly solutions across a wide spectrum of oral health disciplines. From soft tissue procedures to caries removal, endodontics, periodontal therapy, and even diagnostics, lasers have played a pivotal role in enhancing treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction. This collection explores the diverse applications of lasers in dentistry and their impact on patient care, clinical workflows, and scientific research.
This Collection showcases research exploring laser applications in dentistry, and welcomed submissions on topics that included but were not limited to:
This collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3: Good Health & Well-Being
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Photobiomodulation (PBM) is a laser-based therapy used to promote tissue repair, reduce inflammation and pain, and has been extensively studied in chemo- and radiotherapy-induced oral mucositis (OM). This revi...
The present study aimed to compare the effect of photobiomodulation with different energy densities on the angiogenic differentiation of human periodontal ligament stem cells (hPDLSCs) and stem cells from huma...
The major struggle in peri-implantitis therapy is the availability of successful decontamination of the infected implant surface. The main hypothesis of this study was the Er,Cr: YSGG laser decontamination eff...
White-spot lesions are considered an initial carious stage characterized by an outer enamel layer with significantly reduced mineralization. This study was conducted to assess the combined effect of Biomin F t...
This study aimed to compare the intra and postoperative complications of frenectomy procedure with a surgical scalpel versus 445 nm and 980 nm diode lasers.
There is insufficient clinical and microbiological evidence to support the use of diode laser and air-polishing with erythritol as supplements to scaling and root planning(SRP). The aim of the current study is...
One of the main goals for pediatric dentists is to offer a painless anesthesia experience. Laser photobiomodulation is among the suggested strategies to decrease injection pain. So, this study aimed to assess ...
Failure of orthodontic bracket bonds is a common occurrence during orthodontic treatment. This study investigated the impact of Er: YAG laser-based removal of adhesive from the bases of metal and ceramic brack...
Post-tooth extraction, dry socket is a frequently encountered complication, causing substantial pain and hindering the healing process. Conventional approaches to manage this condition have traditionally invol...
Erbium lasers safely offer the possibility of reuse for debonded restorations. Since these lasers have a high affinity for water molecules, they are absorbed by resin cement causing explosive ablation of the c...
This study aimed to demonstrate the efficacy of erbium, chromium-doped:yttrium, scandium, gallium, and garnet (Er,Cr:YSGG) laser-assisted nonsurgical periodontal therapy in periodontitis patients during 8 week...
Oral leukoplakia (OLK) is a prevalent precancerous lesion with limited non-pharmacological treatment options. Surgery and various lasers are the mainstay of treatment; however, their relative efficacy and opti...
This study assessed the effect of corticotomy with Er: YAG (erbium-doped yttrium aluminium garnet) laser on the rate of canine retraction.
Tooth extraction in children requires attention to wound healing and pain management, which are influenced by patient-related factors and behavioral guidance. Aim of the study: The study aimed to evaluate the ...
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