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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 11, 2000
Filed:
Nov. 19, 1998
Kelly Moran, Wilbraham, MA (US);
Jane Morello, Wilbraham, MA (US);
Bill Siminovsky, Parkland, FL (US);
John Stambaugh, Wilbraham, MA (US);
Carol Morello, Wilbraham, MA (US);
Kimberly Muller, Brookfield, CT (US);
CeramOpter Industries, Inc., East Longmeadow, MA (US);
Abstract
A laser system and method are described that will improve dental treatments in small animals, particularly in situations where periodontal disease has progressed to the advanced stages of periodontitis and when dental pulp is exposed by fracture or disease. A laser system is employed to achieve enhanced precision by selectively ablating affected tissue without damaging the collateral tissue. The laser system is also capable of sealing the tubules and eradicating bacteria within the periodontium to significantly reduce the risk of infection. Additional pre-treatment methods may be employed to further enhance the laser therapy.