Abstract
Abstract Laser technology was introduced in the field of dentistry with a novel idea of overcoming few problems or drawbacks posed by the conventional methods. Theodore Maiman in 1960 introduced the first solid state ruby laser. Since then lasers have gained its popularity in different fields of dentistry. Laser in dentistry is now in vogue and now becoming a part of the dentist's armamentarium. This article gives an insight to the basics of laser physics, types of laser, mechanism of action, their interactions with biologic tissues and their advantage and disadvantage. How to cite this article Priya NK, Sowmya NK, Ashwini R, Madhushankari GS, Lasers in Dentistry - Thinking ahead… CODS J Dent 2014;6;102-107
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