Abstract
A straightforward, laser-assisted method of extracting the metal housings from an
overdenture by using the visible (blue) light of a high-power dental diode laser is
presented. This approach produced localized softening of the acrylic resin, allowing
the metal housing to be dislodged without damage. This technique minimizes damage
to the metal housings during removal, is rapid and conservative, and may help reduce
patient costs.
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Published online: August 10, 2021
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Supported by LA-PIP research laboratory, Digital Implant Prosthodontics Research Laboratory (DIPRESLAB), Department of Prosthodontics and Digital Technology, Stony Brook University.
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