
The word 'LASERS' is an acronym for " Light Amplification by stimulated emission of radiation." Since the advent of lasers in the 1960's by Theodore Maiman, lasers have been an important treatment modality in the field of dentistry. It has revolutionized treatments in all fields of dentistry, such as periodontal treatments, dental implants, oral and maxillofacial surgery etc. Several new technologies have been innovated in the field of lasers. The objective of this article is to emphasise the applications of lasers in oral and maxillofacial surgery.