[The effect of helium-neon laser light on the degree of dental caries in children on a outpatient register].
The effect of low intensities of monochromatic red He-Ne laser irradiation on caries intensity was studied in 588 children aged 2 through 7 registered at an out-patient dentistry unit. Highly pronounced tendency to caries reduction was noted in 1-2 years follow-up. Laser irradiation is recommended for the combined prevention of caries.