Comparative Evaluation of the Effects of Different Photoablative Laser Irradiation Protocols on the Gingiva of Periodontopathic Patients

Abstract

This study indicates that periodontopathogens can persist within cells outside the pocket epithelium, despite conventional periodontal treatment. Nd:YAG and diode lasers are able to eradicate intra- and extracellular bacteria from these sites, suggesting that they can be considered suitable devices to improve the clinical outcome of periodontal disease.