The use of laser therapy in the non-surgical treatment of peri-implant lesions: literature review

Photodynamic therapy using low-intensity laser has been used in implant dentistry as a complementary approach the decontamination of region, stimulating bone repair and exerting bactericidal effect. In this context, aim present study is to assess importance non-surgical treatment peri-implant lesions. This literature review article, developed through Pubmed/Medline Scielo databases. Studies published between 2006 2020, which showed availability full text clarity methodological details used, were selected. According consulted literature, it can be concluded that control bacterial plaque one main etiological factors diseases peri-implantitis should done according stage at disease presents. The use considered an additive because causes effect on aerobic anaerobic microorganisms after surgical debridement.