Welcome to our dental blog! Today, we're delving into the fascinating world of dental technology, specifically focusing on two revolutionary tools: dental diode lasers and Waterlase systems. These advancements have transformed the landscape of modern dentistry, offering patients and practitioners alike a plethora of benefits and opportunities.
Our two-day course was jam-packed with the information needed to start your dental laser journey.
Day one - The focus for day one was the Diode laser.
Our course aimed to educate dental professionals on Laser physics and safety and the many uses of dental lasers.
Dr. Saleh Aria was the principal lecturer on Day one. Dr. Aria has extensive knowledge of Dental lasers and has gained his MSc in Dental Lasers in Aachen Germany.
He is passionate about the benefits dental lasers can bring to the care and treatment of patients.
After discussing laser physics and safety the next topic was Diode laser surgical interaction and soft tissue management. This was an in-depth topic looking at the effects laser has on soft tissue and the parameters that are required for certain soft tissue procedures.
Quick coffee break and then we looked at Temporomandibular joint disorders and how to treat them with Laser Light Therapy. After Dr. Aria discussed the theory aspect of Laser light therapy we had the pleasure of seeing a live demonstration of the procedure. The lovely gentleman discussed the symptoms he had been suffering and then explained how the laser had helped him. The delegates were proactive in asking questions to the patient who was happy to answer all.
After lunch, it was straight to discussing photo biomodulation.
We explored the science behind LPBM, its applications in dentistry, and the latest advancements in this innovative technology.
Endodontic applications were next followed by Practical hands-on with Pig jaws.
This was a great opportunity for the delegates to get used to handling the diode laser and putting into practice what they had learnt.
Day Two - The focus today was the Erbium Laser.
This day was jammed back with information regarding the many uses of the Erbium laser.
From hard tissue cutting for preparing dental cavities to removing soft tissue in Frenectomies.
Dr. Aria descriptively explained the many uses of the erbium laser within a dental setting.
I think this shocked many of the delegates who were surprised about what the erbium laser could be used for.
Today Dr. Aria was joined by Dr. Safa Somi who discussed Laser assisted implant placement.
Dr. Safa Somi talking about the use of lasers in Implant Clinical Practice
Dr. Aria took over after lunch to conclude the theory discussions finishing off with Peri-implantitis and periodontal treatment.
Then it was some Practical hands-on with the pig jaws. Many different procedures were completed by the delegates from crown lengthening to raising soft tissue flaps.
The two days were a massive success and the feedback received was fantastic.
If you are interested in introducing Lasers into your practice you should consider joining us on one of our future Laser Courses.
Dental Lasers are the future of dentistry so don't get left behind!!
We hope to see you soon!!
The Esthetic Dental Academy Team
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