A glimpse of diode laser pain therapy with the EPIC laser [VIDEO]

dentalproductsreport.com-2014-05-01, Issue 5

In April 2009, the first FDA clearance was granted for using a diode laser for temporary relief of muscle and joint pain and stiffness, arthritis pain or muscle spasm, the temporary increase in local blood circulation and/or promoting relaxation of muscle.

In April 2009, the first FDA clearance was granted for using a diode laser for temporary relief of muscle and joint pain and stiffness, arthritis pain or muscle spasm, the temporary increase in local blood circulation and/or promoting relaxation of muscle.

Although national and international organizations exist for the advancement of laser therapy for wound healing and pain relief, and it is quite commonplace in chiropractic and sports medicine, generally speaking, this is still an unknown treatment regimen in dentistry.

In this short video technique, Biolase demonstrates how its EPIC diode laser can be used for pain therapy.

Also, Biolase will be hosting an upcoming webinar with Dr. Christopher J. Walinski Monday, June 2, on diode laser therapy for pain relief. Click here to learn more about the webinar.