Abstract
Different clinical applications of the Nd:YAG laser in periodontology are discussed in this study. Several clinical cases are presented showing the application spectrum of the Nd:YAG laser in oral soft tissue surgery. Literature reports are discussed to present to the clinical practitioner the advantages and disadvantages of laser surgery. Lasers have a useful place in the periodontal and oral surgical techniques, if manufacturer's guidelines are strictly followed.
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