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Effect of photobiomodulation therapy on wound healing and post-extraction pain management of primary molars: a randomized controlled clinical trial.

BMC oral health · Salem RE, Bakry NS, Soliman RS · 2026-07-15

A laser-based light therapy applied after primary molar extraction in children significantly improved wound healing at one week, reduced discomfort and analgesic use, and improved chewing function compared to placebo treatment.

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