November 18, 2016

Samuel B. Low, DDS

Part One: Utilizing Laser Technology in a Periodontal Environment

Ready to enter the laser world? Or have an “unused” laser in the closet?

Lasers offer a safe and effective alternative for a wide range of dental procedures. This course demystifies dental lasers and demonstrates the practical advantages in today’s progressive dental practice.

Course Objectives:

• Review various laser therapies with attention to both the periodontitis and perio-restorative uses
• Differentiate laser technologies for periodontal indications (surgical and non-surgical)
• Consider case reports demonstrating success along with clear contraindications
• Develop techniques for incorporating laser into a dental practice considering patient acceptance and third party coding

Part Two: Innovative Periodontics: Creating Success in Today’s Dental Practice.

Want to utilize your Hygienist’s time more productively? Looking for a quality resource for “what’s new” in dental products, systems and technology?

With periodontitis being the major contributor for tooth loss in the practice of dentistry, resolving the disease process requires the entire dental team’s commitment to a systematic approach.

Course Objectives:

• Standardizing the collection of periodontal data in an efficient manner
• Empowering the dental hygienist with expanded work descriptions beyond the “prophy”
• Investigating computer system approaches to risk assessment determination