Abu-Serriah, M., Critchlow, H., Whitters, C.J. and Ayoub, A.F. (2004) Removal of partially erupted third molars using an erbium (Er): YAG laser: a randomised controlled clinical trial. British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 42(3), 203 -208. (doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2004.02.006)
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Publisher's URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.bjoms.2004.02.006
Abstract
We compared Erbium (Er):YAG laser with a surgical bur for removal of partially erupted lower third molars. Patients were randomised to be treated by either laser or bur. A total of 42 patients (laser=22; bur=20) were treated. A greater reduction in the range of mouth opening was found after laser than after bur treatment. Postoperative pain was more common after bur treatment. The duration of operation was considerably longer with laser than with bur. No persistent complications were encountered.
| Item Type: | Articles |
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| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Ayoub, Professor Ashraf and Critchlow, Mr Howard |
| Authors: | Abu-Serriah, M., Critchlow, H., Whitters, C.J., and Ayoub, A.F. |
| Subjects: | R Medicine > RK Dentistry |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Dental School |
| Journal Name: | British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery |
| ISSN: | 0266-4356 |
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