Quick Picks: Diode Lasers

Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Investing in the right soft tissue laser can bring many benefits to your practice. Diode lasers have become more portable and easier to use, and are known for eliminating bleeding at the site and reducing healing time for soft tissue procedures. They can be used for a variety of indications, including troughing around preparations, sterilizing endodontic canals, treating periodontal disease and whitening. Here’s a closer look at some of the options to help you determine what might work best in your practice:

CompanyUltradent Products, Inc.BIOLASEDentsply Sirona InstrumentsDenMatClinicians Choice Dental Products, Inc.
ItemGemini EVO LaserEpic X Diode LaserSiroLaser BlueSOL Portable Diode LaserBluewave Soft Tissue Diode Laser
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DescriptionThe Gemini EVO laser provides 100 watts of peak power, which is five times the power of the original Gemini laser. This allows for faster cutting, Designed for fast and efficient diode laser procedures, the Epic X diode laser features cutting edge software, and a cordless foot pedal. It is Compact and easy to move between operatories, the SiroLaser Blue is ideal for a wide range of dental applications due to its three wavelengths. The The SOL Portable Diode Laser features 4 easy-to-use settings designed to simplify treatment protocols, with an additional Custom setting to address The ergonomic 810 nm diode laser features a high-contrast blue-aiming beam that provides greater visibility at the surgical site. It offers intuitive
Warranty2-year warranty that can be extended2 Years2 Years2 years
Optional Extended Warranty		Not Available
DimensionsNot Available4.4in x 5.7in x 6.5in182 mm x 197 mm x 189 mmNot AvailableNot Available
WeightNot Available2.5 lbs1,300 gNot AvailableNot Available
PowerNot Available10W970 nm: 0.2 to 2.0 W; 660 nm: 25, 50, 100 mW; 445 nm: 0.2 to 3.0 W3 watts CWNot Available
Dental ApplicationsNot AvailableLaser pocket therapy, gingival troughing, aphthous ulcers, frenectomy, gingivectomy, crown lengthening, soft tissue applications, pain relief therapy, whiteningImplantology; Periodontology; Endodontics; Surgery; Restorative Dentistry; Laser Therapy; DesensitizationSoft Tissue Surgery
Periodontal
Hygiene		Gingival contouring, tissue retraction for impression taking and laser-assisted periodontal therapy
Pulse EnergyNot Available20 KHzYesNot AvailableNot Available
Laser ClassificationDiodeClass IVClass IV; Class IClass 4 LaserNot Available
Operating VoltageNot AvailableNot Available15 V DC7.2 volts (Lithium Ion Battery)Not Available
Available Tips and SizesUses the same tips as the original Gemini laserBiolase's Full Range Of Bendable Disposable TipsSingle-use fiber tips: 200 µm, 320 µm; Glass rods: 4 mm, 8 mmPeriodontalNot Available
Tip Sterilization MethodNot AvailableAutoclave
Disposable		DisposableDisposableNot Available
Handpiece Type / SwivelNot AvailableStraightPen/Stylus StyleErgonomicNot Available
Control PanelNot AvailableTouchscreenTouchscreenMembraneNot Available
Foot OperationNot AvailableYesOptional wireless foot controlYesWireless foot pedal
PortableNot AvailableYesYesYesNot Available
Wavelength3 wavelength modes940 ± 10nm970 nm; 600 nm; 445 nm810 nm800 nm
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