A randomized, double-blind trial evaluated the efficacy of superpulsed low-level laser therapy (SLLLT) against nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for the relief of pain from temporomandibular joint disorders.
Low level laser therapy (LLLT) is the direct application of light to stimulate cell responses (photobiomodulation) in order to promote tissue healing, reduce inflammation and induce analgesia. There have been significant studies demonstrating its application and efficacy at many sites within the body and for treatment of a range of musculoskeletal injuries, degenerative diseases and dysfunction.
Here is the management of Aphthous Ulcer using LLLT by Dr. Sana Farista. LLLT is the acronym for Low Level Laser Therapy, where very minimal amount of energy is used to reduce pain, discomfort and to fasten the healing of Ulcer.
Lasers are widely used in Orthodontics for aesthetic gingival recontouring, soft tissue crown lengthening, exposure of soft-tissue over the impacted teeth, removal of inflamed and hypertrophic tissue, frenectomy in case of highly attached frenum causing hindrance to tooth movement in diastema cases, tissue removal at the site for mini screw and Low Level Laser Therapy for reduction in pain experienced during the orthodontic therapy.
Low level laser therapy (LLLT) is defined as laser treatment in which the energy output is low enough to produce nonthermal and biostimulatory effects. The mechanisms of effect of LLLT causing laser analgesia are due to the stabilization of depolarising potential of nerve fibres or effects on the cellular and biochemical processes of the inflammatory responses. It is a new treatment modality and has the advantages of being painless with no side effects.
