EFEITOS DA FOTOBIOMODULAÇÃO NA CICATRIZAÇÃO DE FERIDAS PÓS-EXTRAÇÃO DENTÁRIA

Abstract

This study addresses the mechanisms of action of laser therapy in the healing of dental wounds and its benefits in the field of dentistry. Laser therapy, especially low-level laser therapy (LLLT), has been widely used due to its ability to accelerate the healing process and provide anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. The laser acts directly on cells, stimulating cell proliferation, collagen production, and angiogenesis, which are essential for tissue and bone regeneration. Furthermore, lasers assist in controlling inflammation by modulating the release of pro-inflammatory mediators and reducing edema. They also have a direct impact on pain reduction by blocking nerve signal transmission and promoting the release of endorphins. These effects contribute to faster and more comfortable recovery in dental procedures. Although advancements in laser technology are promising, this study acknowledges the need for further clinical research, especially randomized studies, to confirm the efficacy and safety of laser therapy in different dental contexts. Overall, laser therapy represents an innovative and effective approach that transforms modern dental practice by offering less invasive treatments with better prognoses for patients. The study’s general objective is to investigate the effects and mechanisms of action of laser therapy in the healing of dental wounds. Among its specific objectives are analyzing the effects of lasers on cell proliferation and collagen production, evaluating the benefits in controlling inflammation and reducing pain, and identifying the mechanisms by which lasers promote tissue regeneration. The methodology was structured as a bibliographic review based on clinical and experimental studies published in recent years, focusing on the cellular, biochemical, and clinical effects of laser therapy. As a possible conclusion, it is expected to confirm that low-level laser therapy represents an effective, safe, and innovative approach capable of accelerating healing, reducing pain and inflammation, and transforming modern dental practice by offering less invasive and more comfortable treatments for patients.