Use of an Er:YAG Laser for Pulpotomies in Vital and Nonvital Primary Teeth

Kotlow L.
J Laser Dent., 2008; 16(2): 75-79.

Background:

Pulp therapy for vital and nonvital primary teeth usually involves the use of chemical agents, such as formocresol, or electrocautery. This article reviews the results of using the Er:YAG laser to achieve similar results. Clinical and radiographic evidence indicates that using the Er:YAG laser results in safe, successful treatment of pulpotomies in primary teeth, similar to the successful treatment of other modalities.

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Use of an Er:YAG Laser for Pulpotomies in Vital and Nonvital Primary Teeth

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