Laser Therapy in Dental Hygiene & what works | Tooth Or Dare Podcast with Toothlife.Irene

Описание: In this episode, we answer laser-related questions:

▪️ The science behind laser effectiveness — including how diode lasers impact bacterial reduction, inflammation, and tissue healing at a cellular level.
▪️ How long results actually last — and why many studies show benefits diminish within 4–12 weeks without supportive home care.
▪️ Why habits outweigh technology — including how oral flora recolonizes after laser therapy and why brushing, interdental cleaning, and dietary factors can make or break results.
▪️ Key research findings — including RCTs demonstrating improvements in bleeding on probing, plaque scores, and probing depth reduction when lasers are used as an adjunct to SRP (scaling and root planing).
▪️ Real-world cases — smokers, high-risk perio patients, and relapse cases where laser use changed the trajectory of disease progression.
▪️ Patient communication and education — how to teach the “science of longevity” so results last beyond the appointment.
If you’re curious about how lasers are reshaping hygiene care—or you want better retention and outcomes with the patients you already treat—this episode makes the science simple and practical.

Featured Research Mentioned in This Episode

Caruso et al., 2022 — Found diode laser therapy as an adjunct to SRP significantly improved bleeding scores and pocket depth reduction at 3 months, but effects tapered without improved home care.

Caruso, U. et al. “Adjunctive 980 nm diode laser therapy in periodontitis: A randomized controlled trial,” Photobiomodulation, Photomedicine, and Laser Surgery, 2022.

Aykol et al., 2011 — Reported that adjunctive laser therapy reduced bacterial counts and inflammation immediately and at 1 month, but recolonization occurred when home-care compliance was poor.

Aykol, G. et al. “Laser-assisted periodontal therapy: Bacteriological and clinical effects,” Journal of Clinical Periodontology, 2011.

Sgolastra et al., 2014 (Systematic Review) — Diode lasers showed statistically significant improvements in BOP and PPD, but the magnitude of benefit varied depending on patient habits, smoking status, and maintenance frequency.

Sgolastra, F. et al. “Effectiveness of diode laser as adjunct to SRP: A systematic review and meta-analysis,” Journal of Clinical Periodontology, 2014.

Coluzzi, 2021 — Highlights how laser therapies affect bacterial membranes, epithelial healing, and the biostimulation response, supporting their use in tissue modulation.

Coluzzi, D. “Lasers in periodontics: Current perspectives,” Dentistry Today, 2021.

Moritz et al., 1997 (Classic Study) — Demonstrated significant bacterial reduction and reduced recolonization immediately after laser use; a foundational study still referenced today.

Moritz, A. et al. “Oral microbial reduction by low-level laser,” Journal of Clinical Laser Medicine & Surgery, 1997.

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