Effects of Diode and Nd:YAG Laser Irradiation on Titanium Discs: A Scanning Electron Microscope Examination

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Georgios E. Romanos · Collegium Carolinum

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From these findings, it was concluded that the diode laser (980 nm) does not damage titanium surfaces, which should be of value when uncovering submerged implants and treating peri-implantitis.

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Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes Laser Applications in Dentistry and Medicine Dental materials and restorations

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Published in: Journal of Periodontology

Volume 71, Issue 5, pp. 810-815

DOI: 10.1902/jop.2000.71.5.810

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Effects of Diode and Nd:YAG Laser Irradiation on Titanium Discs: A Scanning Electron Microscope Examination

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