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8 March 2013 Laser ablation in temporomandibular joint disorders and a case report involving an ossifying fibroma: how optics could potentially advance treatments in oral and maxillofacial surgery
Rahul Tandon, Timothy W. Stevens D.D.S., Dale E. Stringer D.D.S., Jeff S. Dean D.D.S., Alan S. Herford D.D.S.
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Proceedings Volume 8565, Photonic Therapeutics and Diagnostics IX; 85656F (2013) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2002521
Event: SPIE BiOS, 2013, San Francisco, California, United States
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Introduction: In the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery, there are many applications for lasers and optics. The first part of this manuscript is to discuss laser therapy and garner suggestions on how it can be improved. The second part is to present a case in which complications of a bone graft delayed healing and a return to normalcy for the patient. It is the goal of this paper to utilize the new advancements in optics so that patient care can be improved. Laser Therapy: Laser ablation and low-level laser therapy have been used in a variety of joint adhesion cases, including arthritis of the hand and foot. In the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery, this method has been used to treat pain and mobility dysfunction in patients with temporomandibular joint disease. While the outcomes have been promising, lack of familiarity with the device or doubt about its effects have reduced its use. This reduction in use has left the actual process of laser therapy relatively unchanged. Case Presentation: A 28 year-old female presented for a mandibular resection due to an ossifying fibroma. In the next several months her reconstructed area displayed significant signs of infection, as well as graft failure. X-rays, unfortunately, did not display the actual metabolic activity. Although the patient was reconstructed successfully thereafter, with more advanced technology available the patient could have endured a more comfortable treatment. Conclusion: While there are many more areas of oral and maxillofacial surgery that could potentially benefit from advances in optical technology, we have chosen to highlight these two areas due to their prevalence within our community.
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Rahul Tandon, Timothy W. Stevens D.D.S., Dale E. Stringer D.D.S., Jeff S. Dean D.D.S., and Alan S. Herford D.D.S. "Laser ablation in temporomandibular joint disorders and a case report involving an ossifying fibroma: how optics could potentially advance treatments in oral and maxillofacial surgery", Proc. SPIE 8565, Photonic Therapeutics and Diagnostics IX, 85656F (8 March 2013); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2002521
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KEYWORDS
Bone
Laser therapeutics
Surgery
Therapeutics
Tissues
Laser ablation
YAG lasers
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