New Restorative Technologies in the Management and Characterization Techniques of the Hard and Soft Tissues of Oral Cavity

Dear Colleagues,

The development of new technologies for studying the surfaces of oral tissues has made enormous progress in research and the production of novel devices. The Special Issue “New Restorative Technologies in Management and Characterization Techniques of the Hard and Soft Tissues of the Oral Cavity” intends to collect and present the most recent practical applications of lasers and new technologies in daily oral surgery.

We aim to delve deeper into surface analysis methods of mineralized oral tissues and mucous membranes to explain how new technologies, including lasers, make procedures more efficient and comfortable.

This Special Issue aims to cover a variety of topics, including the latest microscopy analysis systems; the use of lasers and new technologies in restorative, prosthetic, and aesthetic; periodontal applications, oral surgery, and photodynamic therapy; integration of autofluorescence and artificial intelligence in the diagnostic procedures of oncological diseases of the jaw bone and oral mucosa.

We invite contributions that include physical, chemical, and histological studies, literature reviews, detailed case reports, and case series highlighting real laser applications and new dental technologies. This Special Issue guides dental and maxillofacial surgery professionals, helping them understand biological action and integrate the latest technologies and advances in artificial intelligence into their clinical practice.

Dr. Ilaria Giovannacci
Prof. Dr. Silvia Pizzi
Prof. Dr. Careri Maria
Guest Editors

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