37 Questions
What is the most common procedure performed with dental lasers?
Gingivectomy
What is the main advantage of diode lasers over other laser types?
Smaller setup and lower price
What is the goal of laser teeth whitening?
To reduce discoloration and make teeth look whiter
What is the name of the laser type that is commonly used for laser teeth whitening?
Not mentioned in the text
What is the effect of the laser on the bleaching gel in laser teeth whitening?
It heats up the gel
What is a common reason for tooth discoloration?
All of the above
What is the primary function of a laser in laser teeth whitening?
To activate the bleaching gel
What is the result of using laser gingivectomy?
Rapid healing and reduced pain
What is the name of the procedure that involves the use of a bleaching gel and a laser?
Laser teeth whitening
What is the acronym 'LASER' stand for?
Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation
What is the process by which an excited atom returns to its ground state and emits a photon?
Stimulated emission
What is the purpose of gum reshaping or contouring?
To make teeth look larger
What type of anesthetic is used for gum reduction surgery?
Local anesthesia
What is the typical characteristic of a laser beam in terms of direction?
Uni-directional
What is the result of population inversion in a laser?
More atoms in the excited state
What is the purpose of surgical gingivectomy?
To remove excess gum tissue
What is the term for the energy absorbed by an electron when it moves to a higher energy level?
ΔE
What is used to clean the area after the surgical gingivectomy procedure?
Saline
What is the process by which an electron moves from a higher energy level to a lower energy level, emitting a photon?
De-excitation
How long is the surgical dressing typically left in place after the procedure?
A week
What type of surgery involves the use of a laser, scalpel, or radiosurgery?
Gum reduction surgery
What is the frequency of a laser beam?
Single frequency
What is an application of lasers in medicine?
Eye surgery
What is the power range of laser pointers?
1-5 mW
What is a common use of lasers in everyday technology?
All of the above
What is the most powerful laser produced, and where was it produced?
1.3 PW, at Lawrence Livermore Lab
What is the purpose of a surgical dressing or pack in gum reduction surgery?
To protect the area
Diode lasers are the most expensive type of laser.
False
Laser teeth whitening is a procedure that can be done at home.
False
Laser gingivectomy is a procedure used for restorative purposes only.
False
Nd:YAG laser is a type of laser used for dental applications.
True
CO2 laser is used for teeth whitening.
False
Tooth discoloration can be caused by consuming certain foods and drinks.
True
Laser teeth whitening involves the use of a bleaching gel and a scalpel.
False
Diode lasers are used for laser teeth whitening.
False
Laser gingivectomy is a procedure that typically requires periodontal packing or sutures.
False
Laser teeth whitening can only be done on natural teeth.
False
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