DENTAL
SAPPHIRE
All Tissue Er:YAG Dental Laser: Powered by Fiberless Core Tech™
SAPPHIRE
All Tissue Er:YAG Dental Laser
The FDA cleared and CE marked SAPPHIRE Dental Laser combines hard and soft tissue capability in one versatile platform. With 20 built-in protocols and dedicated training support, your team can treat confidently from day one. The Er:YAG wavelength delivers precise results with minimal collateral damage and improved patient comfort.
- Er:YAG 2940nm wavelength: highly absorbed by water, enabling precise cutting with minimal collateral damage.
- 20 pre-set protocols: fully customizable with the ability to save and recall user-specific settings through simple two-step navigation.
- Fiberless Core Tech™: no fiber optics to replace, no cable hassle, and lower total cost of ownership.
- 8" resistive touchscreen: intuitive controls usable through surgical gloves, with real-time parameter display.
- Needle-free, drill-free: eliminates vibrations and high-pitched sounds, reducing patient anxiety and increasing case acceptance.
Fiberless Core Tech™
By integrating the laser directly into the handpiece, SAPPHIRE eliminates fragile optical fibers, enhancing reliability, durability, and performance. The lightweight, fully rotatable design, constructed from medical-grade aluminum alloy and connected to a flexible non-optic soft tube, provides superior control and ergonomic comfort during extended procedures.
See the handpiece →Built-In Air Compressor
A fully integrated air system delivers true plug-and-play simplicity, no external compressors or clinic modifications required. Engineered for consistent cooling performance and seamless installation, it simplifies setup while reducing long-term ownership costs.
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Versatile Procedures with Intelligent Protocols
Perform a broad range of hard and soft tissue procedures with 20 intelligent pre-set protocols that automatically optimize treatment parameters. Simple two-step navigation and customizable storage ensure efficient workflow and consistent, confident results.
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Integrated Water Spray System
Supplies stable air and water flow to the tip of the laser handpiece, cooling oral tissue during operation. Integrated directly into the back of SAPPHIRE with easy setup and no need for calibration.
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8" Touchscreen Interface
High-resolution color LCD with resistive touch screen allows convenient usage through surgical gloves. Adjustable screen accommodates the dentist’s height and preferred angle of operation.
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Minimally Invasive Treatment
Eliminates high-pitched sounds and unpleasant vibrations from conventional drills. Many procedures can be performed without anesthetic needles, enhancing the treatment experience for both dentist and patient.
FIBERLESS CORE TECH™: INTEGRATED HANDPIECE TECHNOLOGY
Power at the Source. Precision at the Tip.
SAPPHIRE is engineered around a fully integrated laser handpiece cavity, combining 2940nm Er:YAG performance, internal air delivery, and active cooling into one streamlined system. The result is a compact, high-efficiency laser engine built for precision, stability, and true clinical mobility.
2940nm Er:YAG Rod
The Gold Standard Wavelength
The 2940nm wavelength has the highest absorption in water and hydroxyapatite. Because energy is absorbed almost instantly by water molecules, it does not travel deeply into surrounding tissue, resulting in safer, controlled cutting.
- Precise hard and soft tissue ablation
- Minimal thermal penetration
- Reduced carbonization and microfractures
- Controlled cutting depth
- Improved healing response
Flash Lamp Technology
High Peak Power up to 8.4W
The integrated flash lamp excites the Er:YAG crystal with high peak pulse energy, delivering consistent output up to 8.4 watts. High peak power means faster ablation with less mechanical pressure, improving ergonomics and reducing chair time.
- Efficient cutting performance
- Stable pulse delivery
- Reduced procedure time
- Reliable performance during demanding cases
Internal Air System
True Clinical Mobility
SAPPHIRE integrates an internal air channel connected directly to the console's built-in pump. No external compressor required. No wall air dependency.
- Clean clinic setup
- Reduced hose clutter
- Seamless movement between treatment rooms
- Flexible multi-chair use
Active Internal Cooling
Continuous Performance
The integrated cooling tube connects to the internal water tank to regulate cavity temperature during operation. For high-volume practices, this reliability is essential.
- Stable laser output
- Protection of internal components
- Extended procedural use
- Long-term system durability
Why This Handpiece Design Matters
Most laser systems place critical components inside the main console and deliver energy through fiber systems. SAPPHIRE integrates key laser generation elements directly within the handpiece assembly, a compact, self-contained laser delivery engine.
Improved Energy Efficiency
Reduced transmission loss with stronger, cleaner pulse delivery.
Simplified Setup
No external compressors, no fiber management, no wall air.
Stable Thermal Management
Active cooling ensures consistent performance even for extended sessions.
SAPPHIRE Technical Specifications
Optical
| Laser Type | Er:YAG (Erbium: Yttrium, Aluminum, Garnet) |
| Wavelength | 2,940 nm |
| Laser Classification | Class 4, acc. to IEC 60825-1 |
| Laser Emission Mode | Pulsed emission |
| Max Pulse Energy | 700 mJ +20% |
| Pulse Duration | 90 – 650 µs |
| Frequency | 10 – 50 Hz |
| Energy Density | < 9908 mJ/mm² (varies based on the tip used) |
| Max Output Power | 8.4 W |
| Spot Size at Distal End of Tip | 0.2 – 1.35 mm (varies based on the tip used) |
Electrical & Operation
| Input Voltage | 100 – 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Current Rating | < 10 A |
| Control Panel | High resolution, Color touch panel |
| Protection Degree of Foot Switch | Waterproof IPX II, ON/OFF switch |
| Cooling Water Flow | > 0.6 L/min |
| Cooling Water Type | Distilled water / Sterile water |
| Compressed Air System | Pressure range of built-in stabilizer: 60 – 80 psi |
System Console
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 11.8 × 20.5 × 35.8 in (30 × 52 × 91 cm) |
| Weight | 77.6 lbs. (35.2 kg) |
Specifications subject to change. Refer to the operator manual for complete technical details.
LIGHTMED DENTAL is an ISO 13485:2016 certified company.
Cleared Indications for Use
SAPPHIRE is FDA cleared for the following dental procedures across hard tissue, soft tissue, bone, and related applications.
Hard Tissue
- Caries removal
- Cavity preparation
- Enamel etching
- Excavation of pits and fissures for sealant placement
Bone
- Shaving, contouring, and resection of oral osseous tissue (bone)
- Apicoectomy (amputation of the root end)
- Cutting bone to prepare window access to the root apex
- Osteotomy
- Osseous crown lengthening
Soft Tissue & Periodontal
- Excisional and incisional biopsies
- Exposure of unerupted teeth
- Incision and drainage of abscesses
- Gingival incision and excision
- Gingivoplasties
- Gingivectomies
- Gingivectomy for gingival hyperplasia
- Implant recovery
- Frenectomies and frenotomies
- Fibromatosis (fibroma removal)
- Benign and malignant lesion removal
- Operculectomy
- Oral papillectomies
- Reduction of gingival hypertrophy
- Soft tissue crown lengthening
- Preprosthetic surgery: flabby alveolar ridge, vestibuloplasty, implant exposure, hyperplasia, epulides, papillomas, fibromatoses, benign growths
- Sulcular debridement
Endodontic
- Tooth preparation for root canal access
- Pulpotomy
- Pulpotomy as adjunct to root canal therapy
- Pulp extirpation
- Root canal debridement and cleaning
- Root canal preparation including enlargement
Supporting Research for Er:YAG Dental Laser
Er:YAG lasers at 2940nm are established for hard tissue, soft tissue, and bone procedures in dentistry. Below are studies from the LIGHTMED clinical library.
Application of Er:YAG Laser in the Treatment of Dentine Hypersensitivity
Study evaluating Er:YAG laser treatment for dentine hypersensitivity, conducted at the Department of Dentistry, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Taiwan.
Kung JC, Lai CH, Lee KT, Fu PS, Chen JH, Chen IJ, Yan DY, Wang CC, Jheng YS, Wu YM, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital
Read Paper →Application of Er:YAG Laser in the Treatment of Dental Caries
Poster presented at the 2019 International Congress on Adhesive Dentistry, evaluating Er:YAG laser for dental caries treatment at Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Taiwan.
Lee KT, Kung JC, Lai CH, Fu PS, Chen IH, Yan DY, Wang CC, Jheng YS, Wu YM, International Congress on Adhesive Dentistry, 2019
Read Paper →The "Er:YAG Laser-Assisted Periimplantitis Total Therapy (Er:LPTT)", A Novel Procedure to Perform Periimplantitis Treatment with Bone Regeneration Therapy
Novel procedure combining Er:YAG laser implant surface debridement, granulation tissue removal, and bone regeneration therapy for periimplantitis treatment.
Lin T, Taniguchi Y, Aoki A, Chen CC, Journal of Dental Sciences, 2021
Er:YAG Laser-Assisted Flapless Esthetic Crown Lengthening Procedure: A Case Report
Minimally invasive, flapless esthetic crown lengthening approach using Er:YAG laser for soft and hard tissue removal.
Ng MY, Lin T, Yu CC, Chen CC, Journal of Dental Sciences, 2021
In Vitro Laser Treatment Platform Construction with Dental Implant Thread Surface on Bacterial Adhesion for Peri-Implantitis
In vitro study demonstrating Er:YAG laser sterilization rate can reach 99.3% on dental implant thread surfaces for peri-implantitis treatment.
Kuo HN, Mei HI, Liu TK, et al., BioMed Research International, 2017
ER:YAG 2940NM TECHNOLOGY
One Wavelength. Every Tissue.
The Er:YAG 2940nm wavelength is absorbed 12,000–18,000 times more efficiently by water than CO2 lasers, allowing precise ablation of hard and soft tissue with minimal thermal damage. This means faster healing, less discomfort, and a better overall experience for your patients.
Clinical Evidence →Fiberless Core Tech™ Handpiece & Tips
No fiber optics to replace. SAPPHIRE delivers laser energy directly through an angled, autoclavable handpiece with interchangeable SAPPHIRE tips.
Fiberless Core Tech™ Handpiece: Angled & Autoclavable
SAPPHIRE’s Fiberless Core Tech™ delivers Er:YAG energy directly to the tip, no fiber optics required. Angled for optimal access, weightless and ergonomic, and fully autoclavable for sterilization between patients. All SAPPHIRE tips attach via “click” installation and removal.
Cylindrical Tips
Enamel removal, dentin removal, caries removal, laser etching, desensitization, ostectomy, osteoplasty, gingival depigmentation, implant decontamination, oral ulcer
ST100*
1.35 × 14 mm
ST110
1.35 × 17 mm
ST120*
1.35 × 19 mm
Conical Tips
General incision, excision, ostectomy, osteoplasty, apex cutting, flap incision, frenectomy, implant uncovering, crown lengthening. Also ideal for fine ablation, caries removal, and enamel removal.
ST200*
0.8 × 14 mm
ST201
0.8 × 8 mm
ST205
0.8 × 17 mm
ST214
1.0 × 10 mm
ST215
1.0 × 14 mm
ST220*
1.0 × 17 mm
ST240*
0.6 × 17 mm
ST250
0.4 × 17 mm
ST270
0.2 × 17 mm
Magnum Tip
ST010
1.35 × 6.3 mm
Delivers ultimate laser energy. Recommended for caries removal and enamel removal.
Chisel Tip
ST700*
0.3 × 17 mm
Calculus removal, scaling and root planing, flap incision, pocket debridement
Blade Tip
ST701
0.4 × 17 mm
Finer cuts of soft tissues
Side Firing Tip
ST900*
1.35 × 19 mm
Delivers laser at 90° angle, providing better access to particular surgical sites
* Standard tip set included with SAPPHIRE: ST100, ST120, ST200, ST220, ST240, ST700, ST900. Additional tips sold separately in sets of 5.
TESTIMONIALS
What Dentists Are Saying
“I highly recommend the SAPPHIRE Er:YAG Laser system for its excellent clinical usability and versatility. The device features a well-designed and intuitive user interface, allowing me to operate it efficiently and confidently with minimal learning curve. The system provides a wide range of treatment tips, giving practitioners the flexibility to adapt to various clinical procedures. From the patient’s perspective, the SAPPHIRE Laser significantly reduces intraoperative pain and bleeding, contributing to improved comfort during treatment and promoting better postoperative healing.”
Tse-Yuan Chen, M.Sc.
China Medical University Hsinchu Hospital, Taiwan