Erschienen in:
01.12.2022 | Techniques
Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy for periodontal and peri-implant disease
verfasst von:
Nasim Chiniforush, Don Coluzzi, Akira Aoki
Erschienen in:
Periodontal and Implant Research
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Ausgabe 1/2022
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Abstract
The main goal in periodontal treatment is to eradicate or at least reduce microbial population. Different wavelengths have been shown to be effective in reducing bacteria in this field. Among different laser procedures, antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) has gained special attention due to its minimally invasive manner and safety. It uses light of a specific wavelength to activate a photosensitizer in the presence of oxygen to produce cytotoxic products which leads to cell death. Various types of chemical photosensitizers can be used. Among them are toluidine blue, methylene blue and indocyanine green were used. Recently, natural photosensitizers such as phycocyanin, curcumin and riboflavin have gained are introduced. This new approach of using aPDT with natural and chemical photosensitizers with potential biological activities can be beneficial as an adjunct to conventional therapy.