The Effect of Photobiomodulation on the Depth of Local Anesthesia in Dentistry | Chapter 5 | Medicine and Medical Research: New Perspectives Vol. 3

 

Pain is defined as an "unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage or described in terms of such damage," and is significantly influenced by an individual's past and present experiences. Most dental procedures, such as extractions, pulpotomies, root canal treatments, abscess draining, and oral surgeries, require local anesthesia, which can be uncomfortable and exacerbated by fear and anxiety. Effective pain management is critical in dentistry to improve patient comfort and procedure success. This review explores the impact of photobiomodulation (PBM) on enhancing the effectiveness and depth of local anesthesia in dental procedures. PBM has been shown to enhance local anesthesia through mechanisms such as mitochondrial stimulation, modulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), calcium ion regulation, and nitric oxide (NO) production. Experimental studies demonstrate that PBM can significantly reduce pain during local anesthetic injections, decrease the need for additional doses, and improve overall patient comfort. This non-invasive technique is particularly beneficial for pediatric patients and those with dental anxiety or special needs. By leveraging the biological effects of light at the cellular level, PBM represents a promising adjunctive therapy in dentistry, offering improved pain management and patient outcomes. Further research is needed to optimize PBM protocols and fully integrate this technology into dental practice.

 

Author(s) Details

Nada Tawfig Hashim
Department of Periodontics, RAK College of Dental Sciences, RAK Medical & Health Sciences University, Ras Al-Khaimah, UAE.

 

Muhammed Mustahsen Rahman
Department of Periodontics, RAK College of Dental Sciences, RAK Medical & Health Sciences University, Ras Al-Khaimah, UAE.

 

Bakri Gobara Gismalla
Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan

 

Nancy Soliman Farghal
Department of Endodontics, Rak College of Dental Sciences, RAK Medical & Health Sciences University, Ras-Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates.

 

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Photobiomodulation: An Emerging Non-Invasive Way to Treat Alzheimer's Disease Using Neuroprotective and Neurogenesis Strategies | Chapter 6 | Disease and Health: Research Developments Vol. 10

Amyloid-beta (Aβ) plaques, tau hyperphosphorylation, neuroinflammation, and synaptic dysfunction are characteristic features of Alzheimer's disease (AD), a neurodegenerative disorder that compromises cognitive performance. Notwithstanding extensive research endeavors, there remain limited efficacious therapeutic alternatives for AD. Low-level light therapy (LLLT) within the red and near-infrared spectrum is employed in photobiomodulation (PBM), a non-invasive method that has demonstrated potential as a neuroprotective intervention, influences mitochondrial activity, modifies reactive oxygen species (ROS), regulates calcium homeostasis, and diminishes neuroinflammation—crucial elements in AD pathophysiology. Recent investigations demonstrate that PBM mitigates Aβ toxicity by augmenting mitochondrial function and facilitating Aβ elimination. Furthermore, PBM aids in maintaining the integrity of the blood-brain barrier, enhances cerebral blood flow, and facilitates neurovascular coupling, all of which are vital for neuronal health. This chapter examines how PBM alleviates cellular and molecular dysfunctions associated with AD, emphasizing its impact on oxidative stress, energy metabolism, and synaptic plasticity. Furthermore, it explores the possibility of incorporating PBM into multimodal therapeutic approaches for AD. This chapter underscores the revolutionary capacity of PBM in enhancing neurotherapeutic strategies for AD.

 

Author (s) Details

 

Hossein Chamkouri
School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, 230009, China

 

Aoyun Li
School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, 230009, China.

 

Zhanchuang Lu
School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, 230009, China.

 

Li Cao
Department of Neurology, Anhui No. 2 Provincial People’s Hospital, Hefei, 230041, China.

 

Xianjun Xing

School of Mechanical Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, 230009, Anhui Province,         PR China and Institute of Environment, Hefei Comprehensive National Science Center, Hefei, 230088, Anhui Province, PR China.

 

Changchun Chen
Department of Neurology, Anhui No. 2 Provincial People’s Hospital, Hefei, 230041, China.

 

Lei Chen
School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, 230009, China and Intelligent Manufacturing Institute of HFUT, Hefei, 230051, China.

 

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Application of Environics Color Slides in Optimizing the Health and Well-being | Chapter 14 | Recent Updates in Disease and Health Research Vol. 8

 

Purpose: This study explores the efficacy of chromotherapy, also called Color Therapy or Visible Range Radiation Therapy, in diagnosing and potentially treating disruptions in the body’s energy chakras, which can lead to various diseases. 

Methodology: Chromotherapy, which uses specific uses wavelengths of visible light, was compared with phototherapy and photobiomodulation. The diagnostic tools employed included Environics Color Slides and the Lecher Antenna; an instrument based on the principle of resonance. The results were compared with those from the Es-Teck Complex (LD Technology US), an FDA-approved medical software and machine.

Results: The comparison between the diagnostic results from the color slides and the lecher Antenna with those from the Es-Teck Complex demonstrated a correlation in identifying color deficiencies related to the chakra disruptions.

Conclusion: The findings suggest that chromotherapy could be a viable non-pharmacological therapeutic modality for diagnosing and addressing energy imbalances. Future studies are needed to validate the durability and efficacy of this healing technique.

 

Author(s)details:-

 

Sangeeth Somanadhapai
Department of Naturopathy, SGT, Faculty of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, University, Budhera, Gurugram (Rural), Haryana 122505, India.

 

Sunil Singh Yadav
Department of Naturopathy, SGT, Faculty of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, University, Budhera, Gurugram (Rural), Haryana 122505, India.

 

Sunita Rana
Syenergy Environics Ltd., Times Square Building 3rd Floor, Sushant Lok, Phase- 1, Block-B, Gurgaon, Haryana 122002, India.

 

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