A comparative histological and immunohistochemical study of wound healing following incision with a scalpel, CO₂laser or Er,Cr:YSGG laser in the Guinea pig oral mucosa

Abstract

The Er,Cr:YSGG laser has many advantages for oral surgery due to a low inflammatory response and minimal damage of the tissue. Although a CO(2) laser has better hemostatic ability, its use causes greater tissue damage than a scalpel and Er,Cr:YSGG laser. However, further larger studies would be needed before fully endorsing its widespread use.