Table 6.

Applications of photobiomodulation (PBM) in minimally invasive dentistry.

Application	Description	Clinical Relevance and References
Postoperative Healing	PBM accelerates tissue healing and reduces inflammation after surgeries such as gingivectomy or frenectomy.	It improves recovery time and reduces postoperative complications [44,45].
Bone Remodeling	PBM promotes osteoblast activity and supports bone regeneration in implantology.	Enhances implant stability and bone integration [46].
Pain Management	PBM alleviates postoperative pain by modulating inflammatory responses and neural pathways.	Improves patient comfort and reduces reliance on analgesics [47,48,49].
Periodontal Therapy	PBM aids in reducing pocket depth and regenerating periodontal tissues during LANAP procedures.	Supports minimally invasive management of periodontitis [47].
Root Canal Disinfection	PBM complements laser-assisted canal sterilization by improving tissue healing around treated roots.	Increases success rates of endodontic treatments [48].
Aesthetic Applications	PBM minimizes sensitivity during teeth whitening and supports enamel repair.	Improves patient satisfaction in aesthetic dentistry [49,50,51].