The introduction of laser therapy in dental hygiene has revolutionized the treatment and prevention available in the general dental practice. With around 80% of the adult population having some form of periodontal disease, laser therapy is an effective tool in the hygiene department. Lasers offer treatment options to patients that give more precise outcomes, incorporate easily into treatment plans, and can be implemented for a wide variety of cases. This course is designed to give the hygienist an introduction to the uses of laser therapy in dental hygiene. It will give the hygienist an understanding of the basic treatment modalities that can be used everyday in the hygiene room. This course will review the science behind why laser therapy works, and how it can be an important tool to aid in gingival and overall health. The course will also provide the hygienist with an understanding of how they can train and gain certification.

Fundamentals, Applications and Safety when Working with Dental Soft-Tissue Diode Lasers

Prevention and management of non-carious cervical lesions (NCCL) and dental caries

Expanding primary patient care with dental lasers

Fundamentals of lasers in dentistry and how to best use dental lasers to benefit your patients

Understanding the science and what can and cannot be achieved with diode lasers and photobiomodulation (PBM)

A master class and demonstration about soft tissue Laser Dentistry by the great Prof. Laurie Walsh

This presentation aims to familiarize the dental practitioner with the various day-to-day applications of diode lasers in their practice. The focus will be on analyzing the efficacy of photobiomodulation (PBM) procedures and the positive outcomes they can render for patients. Furthermore, this presentation will examine the unique ways in which diode lasers can enhance dental surgery by significantly reducing bleeding in most cases, using topical anesthetic in over 90% of cases, and reducing recovery times. This presentation will provide an informative and comprehensive overview of the potential impact of diode laser technology in the daily dental practice.