Selection of Appropriate Laser Parameters for Launching Surface Acoustic Waves on Tooth Enamel for Non-destructive Hardness Measurment
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In this paper the selection of optimal laser parameters for generating surface acoustic waves on dental enamel is discussed. Spectrophotometric analysis of enamel sections shows two near-IR wavelengths that are strongly absorbed. Simulations of Duhamel’s theorem were used to determine the laser damage threshold and the appropriate laser pulse repetition rate.
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