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Methods: The study utilized reference strains of C. albicans, C. glabrata, C. parapsilosis, and C. krusei organized in single-species biofilms on Sabouraud dextrose agar (SDA). First part: Candida suspensions (0.5 McFarland standard) were spread on SDA plates\u2014two for each strain. Er:YAG laser irradiation was applied in a single pulse mode, 30 to 400 mJ, to 32 predetermined points. The growth inhibition zones (GIZs) were measured at 24\u201396 h of incubation. Second part: biofilms were prepared similarly and, after 96 h of incubation, exposed to Er:YAG laser irradiation at different energies (50, 100, 150, 200 mJ) for 180 s, per 1.44 cm area. Post-irradiation, impressions were taken using Rodac Agar to determine yeast counts. The count of colony-forming units (CFU) after irradiation was measured and results were analysed statistically. Results: First part: GIZ was found in all irradiated sites, with various Candida strains. 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