Fotona’s dental lasers create shock waves at IDS

Fotona

Mon. 24. March 2025

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COLOGNE, Germany: Fotona’s SWEEPS (shock wave-enhanced emission photoacoustic streaming) technology has applications in endodontics, periodontics and oral surgery. The technology improves cleaning and disinfection procedures, supporting better clinical outcomes. Attendees of the International Dental Show (IDS) can explore SWEEPS technology at Fotona’s booth (#M059) in Hall 10.2, where live sessions, hands-on demonstrations and expert consultations will take place.

Achieving thorough cleaning and disinfection of root canal systems remains challenging, owing to their complex anatomy. Effective debridement is crucial for removing infected pulpal tissue, promoting healing and preventing periapical disease. Traditional irrigation methods may not adequately reach the full extent of intricate canal anatomy, highlighting the need for advanced techniques such as SWEEPS.

SWEEPS enhances cavitation and fluid dynamics, effectively removing biofilm, debris and smear layers from intricate root canals and periodontal pockets. The system uses ASP (Adaptive Structured Pulse) technology, delivering two precisely timed laser pulses for optimal precision and effectiveness. The first pulse generates a bubble within the irrigant, and the second pulse interacts with the collapsing bubble to create shock waves.

The AutoSWEEPS mode dynamically adjusts pulse timing to suit various canal geometries and oral anatomies in real time. Additionally, the R-SWEEPS (resonant SWEEPS) mode synchronises laser pulses with the natural frequency of bubble dynamics, amplifying shock waves, increasing fluid motion and enhancing irrigant penetration.

Fotona’s intelligent system automatically optimises parameters based on tooth type, preparation size and fibre tip position. Positioning the fibre tip in the pulp chamber rather than directly in the canal allows comprehensive irrigation with minimal risk of irrigant extrusion.

Beyond root canal treatment, SWEEPS technology can clean extraction sockets, apical regions during apicectomy procedures, and periodontal and peri-implant pockets. Recent research demonstrated that AutoSWEEPS effectively removed biofilm from simulated periodontal and peri-implant pockets, surpassing conventional methods.

From soft to hard tissue: Eighty presets for diverse dental procedures

Fotona’s LightWalker II dental laser offers more than 80 preset treatments, which are effective and easy to perform.

Fotona’s LightWalker II dental laser provides up to 20 W of power and incorporates two established laser wavelengths, Er:YAG and Nd:YAG. The system includes more than 80 presets for a broad range of clinical applications in dental practice.

The Er:YAG wavelength facilitates the removal of complete ceramic crowns without damaging the crown or the underlying tooth structure. It also produces low-energy, ultra-short pulses that are necessary for executing SWEEPS protocols in endodontic treatments.

Additionally, LightWalker II enables dentists to offer treatments beyond dentistry, such as NightLase therapy for snoring and sleep apnoea, as well as aesthetic skin procedures such as rejuvenation and the removal of benign and vascular lesions.

Experiencing SWEEPS technology at IDS

At this year’s IDS, visitors will have the opportunity to experience Fotona’s cutting-edge laser technology up close. From Wednesday, 26 March, to Saturday, 29 March, attendees can participate in live sessions, speak with laser experts and engage in lively discussions at Fotona’s booth (#M059) in Hall 10.2.

Further information about SWEEPS is available here.