This is a course for the novice or experienced laser user. Learn what type of lasers are ideal in hygiene and why this is important when dealing with biofilm and periodontal bacteria. Understand the inflammatory process and how lasers can be incorporated into multiple facets of the disease process. This course will look into the differences between pre- and post-procedural laser application. Take a deep dive into what laser procedures are incorporated for preventative, maintenance, and non-surgical periodontal therapies as well as when to incorporate laser for best patient outcomes. Whether you have been using lasers for years or have never touched a laser, join us to learn tips on how to effectively implement lasers into your periodontal program.
Course Objectives:
- Learn how dental lasers work and why certain lasers work more easily than others for fighting periodontal disease
- Explanation of the inflammatory process, risk factors and how lasers can be incorporated
- Learn how to incorporate lasers for all stages of periodontal disease
- Learn the difference between pre- and post-procedural laser application
- Learn what type of patients are ideal candidates for laser treatment
- Learn tips to effectively implement laser into your periodontal program