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E u r o S c i C o n C o n f e r e n c e o n
Dental & Dental
Hygiene
Dental & Dental Hygiene 2018
Journal of Dental and Craniofacial Research
ISSN 2576-392X
M a r c h 2 6 - 2 7 , 2 0 1 8
E d i n b u r g h , S c o t l a n d
Page 67
Laser systems and their application in dentistry and
especially oral surgery are rapidly improving today. The
diode laser was introduced in dentistry and oral surgery in the
mid-90s. The diode laser devices have specifications such
as relatively small size, portable and lower cost that attract
the dental practitioners and oral surgeons for use in various
surgical indications in comparison to other laser equipment.
Diode laser with wavelengths ranging from 810 to 980 nm
in a continuous or pulsed mode was used as a possible
modality for soft tissue surgery in the oral cavity. Based on
the photothermal effect of the diode laser, the lesions of the
oral mucosa are removed with an excision technique, or by
ablation/vaporization procedures. Applications of lasers in
dentistry is soft tissue surgery and ablation of lesions and
the excision of exophytic lesions is one of this utilization,
provided correct selection and application of diode lasers
in soft tissue oral surgery, for example frenectomy, epulis
fissuratum, fibroma, facial pigmentation and vascular lesions.
The advantages of laser application are relatively bloodless
surgery, minimal swelling, scarring and coagulation, no need
for suturing, reduction in surgical time and less or no post
surgical pain. Also, the laser instantly disinfects the surgical
wound as well as allowing a noncontact type of operative
procedure and therefore no mechanical trauma to the tissue.
Role of laser in
dentistry
Mohannad El Akabawi
Misr University for Science and Technology,
Egypt
Psychiatric illness and its medical management carry
significant risks for oral disease. Although mental illness
is common, in many cases it is misunderstood, remains
unrecognized, or is undertreated. Mental illness and the
resulting disabilities create difficulties not only for the patient
but also for one’s family and friends, not the least of which
remains the highly stigmatized nature of the disease itself.
Understanding the type, severity, stage of mental illness,
along with a patient’s own mood, motivation and personal
perceptions of oral disease and lifestyle can enhance the
knowledge of dental professionals concerning this critical
aspect of a patient’s medical history and further illustrates
how closely mental health and oral health are intertwined.
Mental illness must be viewed from a similar perspective
as are other major diseases. Dental professionals should be
aware of factors such as the reduced rates of compliance
with dental treatment, reduced ability to access oral health
care, the effects of various psychotropic medications on oral
health including xerostomia, caries and periodontal disease
and the potential interactions with drugs used in dental
practice. Patients with psychiatric illness often bring unique
needs and differing priorities to a dental practice, and the
dental health practitioner must in turn demonstrate patience,
flexibility, empathy, and a non-stigmatizing attitude in caring
for these individuals. Enhancing self-esteem and feelings of
self-worth for those coping with a psychiatric illness can be
a very fulfilling experience that can only serve to continue to
break down the stigma surrounding this group of diseases.
Mental health issues
and special care
patients
David B Clark
University of Toronto, Canada
J Den Craniofac Res 2018, Volume: 3
DOI: 10.21767/2576-392X-C1-003