1. Soft tissue surgery: Dental diode lasers are the most suitable for soft tissue surgery due to their ability to efficiently cut and coagulate soft tissue, leading to less bleeding and faster healing times.
2. Hard tissue surgery: Erbium laser is the most suitable for hard tissue surgery, especially for precise and conservative preparations in dentistry, such as cavity preparation, bone cutting, and root canal disinfection.
3. Periodontal therapy: Both dental diode and Erbium lasers are suitable for periodontal therapy, with the former being used for non-surgical periodontal therapy and the latter for regenerative periodontal therapy.
4. Endodontic treatment: Erbium lasers are most commonly used for endodontic treatment, particularly for disinfection and decontamination of root canals.
5. Teeth whitening: Laser teeth whitening is usually performed using a dental diode laser, which activates the bleaching gel and enhances the bleaching effect.
6. Pain management: Diode laser may be the only choice. It can be used to provide pain relief and reduce inflammation, which can be helpful in treating conditions such as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders or oral ulcers.
It's important to note that each indication may have specific requirements that may influence the type of laser used. It is recommended to consult with a qualified laser dentistry practitioner to determine the most appropriate laser for a specific dental indication.