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Comparing Surgical CO<sub>2</sub> Lasers

LightScalpel lasers and accessories have been made in the USA for almost 30 years (Luxar and NovaPulse in the past; now LightScalpel®). They have been widely used in a variety

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What is the Best Soft Tissue CO<sub>2</sub> Dental Laser? LightScalpel of Course!

In the market for a soft-tissue CO2 dental laser? Trying to make the best decision for your practice can be complicated. To help you compare the two leading dental CO2 lasers side by side, we have put together a simple infographic that compares the LightScalpel CO2 dental laser against a top competing dental CO2 laser.

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History of the Surgical CO<sub>2</sub> Laser

The journey of laser technology is as thrilling as it is transformative. Join us for a trip through time, celebrating the breakthroughs and innovators who made it all possible.

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LightScalpel 10,600 nm CO<sub>2</sub> Laser Procedures in Pediatric Patients
By: Kaplan, Martin and Vitruk, Peter | Published: 2020 in Dental Sleep Practice

The many uses for a soft tissue CO2 laser in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, such as gingivectomies, frenectomies, exposure of impacted teeth, and others, feature minimal blood loss and reduced discomfort for the patients.

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Functional Frenectomy (Osteopathically Guided)
By: Geis, Michael, Kundel, Leonard, and Vitruk, Peter | Published: 2018 in Dental Sleep Practice

In order to rebuild the necessary orofacial function in adult patients, a Tongue-Tie Functional Release includes the mandatory pre- and post- frenectomy myofunctional therapy and the CO2 laser frenectomy...

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Laser Mucocele Removal in Pediatric Patients
By: Levine, Robert and Vitruk, Peter | Published: 2016 in Dentaltown

Clinical efficacy is largely based on the CO2 laser's excellent coagulation properties because of the close match between coagulation depth and gingival blood-capillary diameters. The CO2 laser also minimizes damage to surrounding tissues, reduces postoperative swelling and edema, and lowers the risks of complications, making it a superb surgical solution for mucocele removal.

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