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Each type of laser exhibits differing biological effects and is, therefore, useful for different applications. The three primary types of laser used for surgery are not competitive, but are complementary. The surgical effect of any of these lasers depends on the manner in which the beam distributes its heat.
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© 1985 G.T. Absten and S.N. Joffe
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Absten, G.T., Joffe, S.N. (1985). Tissue interaction. In: Lasers in Medicine. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-3156-6_2
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