Abstract

Aim of this case report is to assess the role of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in management of scald burns. Clinical examination of the scald burns before and after the use of low-level laser therapy was done. Low level laser therapy is effective in healing of scald burns wound. LLLT (Fig. 1) may be used in scald burns wound management.

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