Influence of the Nd:YAG Laser Pulse Duration on the Temperature of Primary Enamel

Figure 1

Schematic design of the employed methodology. (a) Primary molar; (b) section machine and sectioned tooth; (c) specimens (3.5 × 3.5 × 2.0 mm); (d) polisher; (e) fixation of specimens at acrylic plates, delimitation of irradiated area with insulating tape (4.0 mm²), and irradiation with Nd:YAG laser; (f) holes to accommodate thermal-sensors (0.1 mm depth); (g) acquisition plate; (h) system connected to the computer.