Sofia Dental Meeting 2011 - Laser Apicoectomy
If conventional endodontic treatment is not possible or not successful, apical endodontic surgery may be indicated. New techniques, materials and technologies have been used to increase the already high success rate of root canal treatment. The clinical demonstration will describe the use of dental lasers in the treatment of apical lesions with the advantages of enhanced patient comfort and better bactericidal and decontamination effects.
Attendees will observe the following procedures performed using a Fotona Er-YAG laser:
- Flap elevation technique
- Preparation of a bone window access to the apex
- Root apex resection
- Removal of the granulation tissue