Evaluating pain relief of dental procedures with low-level laser therapy in children: a systematic review

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作者：
Faezeh Ghaderi [1 ]
Mohsen Sharif Zadeh Ardakani [1 ]
Mehrad Afshari [2 ]
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[1] Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz
[2] Langara College, Vancouver
来源：
Lasers in Dental Science | / 9卷 / 1期
关键词：
Analgesia; Children; Dental procedures; Low-level laser therapy; Pediatric dentistry;
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10.1007/s41547-025-00280-6
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Aim: To evaluate the effect of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on pain perception during dental procedures in children. Objective: To assess the effectiveness of LLLT in reducing pain perception compared with traditional interventions during various dental procedures in children. Methods: A systematic review of the literature from 2000 was conducted, adhering to PRISMA guidelines. Multiple databases were searched. Six randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included. Data extraction was performed independently by two reviewers. Results: Six RCTs met the inclusion criteria. LLLT was found to be beneficial in controlling pain during certain dental procedures. Most children preferred LLLT over placebo or topical anesthetic gel. Conclusion: Diode LLLT significantly reduced pain compared to placebo in children. It appears that C fibers are more affected by LLLT than A-delta fibers in pain reduction during different dental procedures. © The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025.
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