Use of low-level laser in analgesia and dental movement with orthodontics
Keywords:
ANALGESIA; ORTODONCIA; TÉCNICAS DE MOVIMIENTO DENTAL; TERAPIA POR LUZ DE BAJA INTENSIDAD., ANALGESIA; ORTHODONTICS; TOOTH MOVEMENT TECHNIQUES; LOW-LEVEL LIGHT THERAPY., ANALGESIA; ORTODONTIA; TÉCNICAS DE MOVIMENTAÇÃO DENTÁRIA; TERAPIA COM LUZ DE BAIXA INTENSIDADE.Abstract
Introduction: contemporary dentistry faces the challenge of optimizing endodontic and orthodontic treatments by reducing pain, clinical time, and risk of complications through the use of complementary technologies and medications.
Objective: to analyze the role of low-level laser therapy, apical locators, and calcium hydroxide as auxiliary resources in orthodontics and endodontics.
Methods: a bibliographic review was conducted in different databases, using a search algorithm that allowed the identification of current and highly relevant sources on the subject. These sources met the established selection criteria and were subsequently analyzed.
Development: the literature shows that photobiomodulation with low-level laser therapy promotes bone remodeling and decreases pain perception in orthodontics, accelerating tooth movement without invasive effects. Apical locators, in turn, have demonstrated high accuracy in determining working length in endodontics, reducing reliance on radiographs and improving procedural safety, although they present limitations in cases of calcified canals or patients with pacemakers. Finally, calcium hydroxide is confirmed as an effective intracanal medication, with antimicrobial, remineralizing, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Conclusions: the integration of therapeutic laser, apical locators, and calcium hydroxide medication provides substantial benefits in orthodontics and endodontics. These resources enhance therapeutic efficacy, reduce complications, and optimize patient experience, consolidating themselves as safe and complementary strategies for innovation in dental care.
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