TY  - JOUR
T1  - Diode Laser vs. Retraction Cord: Evaluating Gingival Retraction Efficacy in Prosthodontics
A1  - Desislava R. Makakova
A1  - Plamen Zagorchev
A1  - Mariya Dimitrova
A1  - Yoanna Georgieva
A1  - Boris Tilov
JF  - Asian Journal of Periodontics and Orthodontics
Y1  - 2024
VL  - 4
IS  - 1
SP  - 52
EP  - 59
N2  - One well-known technique is gingival tissue retraction. It occurs when the edges of the gingiva move away from a tooth. The quality of periodontal factors affects the marginal fit of a restoration. This systematic review was conducted to determine the effectiveness of diode lasers compared with traditional retraction cords. Databases such as PubMed, Medline, and ScienceDirect were used to conduct a systematic review of the literature encompassing the years 2010–2023. The selection procedure of the searched articles was described using a PRISMA flowchart, and a total of 9 articles were included. It was found that diode laser troughing may be advised if the operator can pay the expense since it delivers adequate vertical and lateral tissue dislocation with less unease, less tissue loss, and more pleased patients than a retraction cord. In individuals with healthy, thick gingiva, laser devices are effective and safe for gingival retraction.
UR  - https://tsdp.net/article/diode-laser-vs-retraction-cord-evaluating-gingival-retraction-efficacy-in-prosthodontics-zojjyja8mplkzs4
ER  -