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Online Congress "Laser Therapy in Dentistry"

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Justin Kolnick
Manaf Taher Agha
Robert A. Convissar
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The first online congress on multidisciplinary dental laser therapy awaits you!

 

You will learn protocols for using lasers in periodontics, orthodontics, endodontics, and restorative dentistry.

 

After completing the course, you will have comprehensive protocols for laser therapy application for:


– Treatment of periodontal tissue diseases and pigmentation
– Performing frenectomy, gingivotomy, and gingivectomy
– Accelerating orthodontic treatment
– Conducting endodontic treatment
– Minimally invasive caries treatment.

Lesson 1.Contemporary Concept of Laser-Tissue Interaction

– The fundamental principles of laser-tissue interaction: absorption, scattering, and thermal effects
– Most used laser types in dentistry
– Characteristics of laser light:


- monochromatic
- directional
- coherent.


– Identify and differentiate between different laser wavelengths and their corresponding tissue interactions
– Mechanisms of laser energy absorption by different target tissues:


- enamel
- dentin
- soft tissues.


– The effects of laser parameters, such as power, pulse duration, and frequency, on tissue interaction and treatment outcomes
– Analyze the effects of laser energy on different types of tissues: ablation, coagulation, and biostimulation
– The concept of selective photothermolysis and its relevance to laser-based dental treatments
– The latest research and advancements in laser tissue interaction, including new laser modalities and treatment protocols
– Optimization of the laser-assisted dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort, treatment efficacy, and successful outcomes.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 2.Laser Therapy for a Pink and White Aesthetic

– The role of lasers in enhancing the pink esthetics of the oral cavity, specifically in relation to the gingival tissues
– Contraindications for gingivectomy and gingivoplasty
– Various components of pink esthetics, including gingival symmetry, contour, color, and texture
– Advantages of laser-assisted procedures for pink esthetics compared to traditional surgical techniques
– The different laser wavelengths and their specific applications in achieving desirable gingival aesthetics
– Techniques and protocols for laser-assisted gingival contouring, gingivectomy, and crown lengthening procedures. Video demonstration of the clinical cases
– The in-depth information about the techniques for the management of gingival hyperpigmentation.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 3.Laser-Assisted Periodontitis Treatment. Protocols and Clinical Workflow

– The role of lasers as a minimally invasive and effective treatment option for periodontitis
– Evaluate different laser systems and wavelengths available for periodontal treatment and select the appropriate laser for specific clinical scenarios
– The principles of laser-assisted periodontal therapy:


- laser decontamination
- pocket sterilization
- tissue regeneration.


– The step-by-step procedures and techniques involved in laser-assisted periodontal therapy:


- laser debridement
- laser-assisted flap surgery
- laser-assisted flapless surgery.


– The benefits of lasers in periodontal treatment
– The importance of proper laser settings: power, pulse duration
– Analyze and interpret the scientific evidence and research supporting the efficacy of laser-assisted periodontal therapy.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 4.Laser Correction of Short Lingual Frenulum in Children

– Laser frenectomies for treating tongue-tie and labial frenectomy
– Prevalence and consequences of tongue-ties and frenum pulls in newborns
– Overview and principles of the PEEL technique for successful tongue-tie release:


- Peristalsis
- Elevation
- Extension
- Lateralization.


– Diagnosis and treatment criteria of the PEEL technique for the treatment of tongue-tie
– Step-by-step protocols of the PEEL technique for the treatment of tongue-tie
– Analysis of clinical cases and literature review.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 5.Pink Aesthetic: High-Speed Gingival Laser Depigmentation

– Aetiology and classification of oral pigmentations
– Direct ablative technique using various wavelengths
– High-speed non-ablative technique using Digital Pulsed Diode Laser and blue laser
– Management of deep pigmentation in critical aesthetic zones, such as the papilla of the upper central incisors
– Treatment considerations for different types of oral pigmentations
– Laser-assisted depigmentation procedures
– Advantages and limitations of laser techniques for pigmentation managemen
– Clinical case studies demonstrating treatment outcomes.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 6.Application of 445nm Blue Laser in Periodontics

– Optical properties, characteristics, and features of 445nm blue laser
– Tissue interaction with 445nm blue laser
– Differentiation of 445nm blue laser from other diode wavelengths: indications and advantages
– Clinical applications of 445nm blue laser as a surgical tool for treating tongue-tie
– Step-by-step protocols for frenectomy using 445nm blue laser
– Step-by-step protocols for gingivectomy with 445nm blue laser
– Application of 445nm blue laser for the treatment of oral lesions
– Potential for photobiomodulation (PBM) for pain relief
– Analysis of clinical cases and literature review.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 7.Laser Application in Orthodontics and Soft Tissue Management

– Fundamental basic science in Laser
– Characteristics of laser light and laser component
– Emission modes
– Laser-tissue interaction: STAR
– Biological reaction by laser light
– Types of dental lasers
– Laser advantages
– Applications and procedures performed with dental lasers
– Assessment anв planning: SOAP concept
– Laser safety mechanisms
– Selection the appropriate wavelengths for clinical procedures
– Laser applications in Orthodontics:


- gingivectomy
- operculectomy
- soft tissue crown lengthening
- removal of hyperplastic gingival tissue 
- labial frenectomy (upper lip)
- labial frenectomy (bottom lip)
- lingual frenectomy.


– Frenuloplasty assessment and treatment
– Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT)
– Surgical techniques and protocols in Orthodontics.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 8.PBM (Photobiomodulation) and Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) in Orthodontics

– Fundamental basic science of lasers in clinical orthodontic practice
– The science of laser-tissue interaction
– Review of the different types of lasers used in orthodontics and their specific applications
– Photobiomodulation (PBM) or low-level laser therapy (LLLT)
– Principles of photobiomodulation and its role in accelerating orthodontic treatment
– PBM mechanisms, benefits, and applications
– Analysis of research literature on PBM applications in orthodontics
– Analysis of PBM clinical applications in orthodontic patients
– Guidelines for incorporating laser therapy into daily orthodontic practice.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 9.Protocols for Laser Crown Lengthening, Exposure of Retained Teeth

– Overview of lasers in dentistry, covering wavelengths and delivery systems
– Understanding the basic principles of laser science in orthodontics
– Protocols of laser gingival contouring to improve aesthetics
– Step-by-step video demonstration of laser-assisted crown lengthening
– Techniques for laser-assisted exposure of impacted canines
– Clinical advantages of using lasers in orthodontic practice
– Managing inflammation during laser treatment to enhance patient comfort and outcomes
– Analysis of clinical cases. 

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 10.Finishing Protocols in Orthodontics: Application of Laser Therapy

– The benefits of using lasers for finishing in orthodontics
– Understanding the importance of soft tissue aesthetics in achieving optimal results
– Detailed protocols for laser gingivectomy and gingivoplasty
– Step-by-step guidance on laser-assisted gingival contouring techniques
– Achieving ideal aesthetic gingival contours for enhanced smile outcomes
– Techniques for recreating ideal gingival tissue post-treatment
– Case studies of successful laser-assisted finishing in orthodontic treatment.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 11.Science of Photobiomodulation: Therapeutic Lasers for Accelerated Orthodontics

– Reducing treatment duration with accelerated tooth movement techniques
– The effect of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) on the acceleration of orthodontic movement
– Step-by-step protocols for accelerated orthodontic treatment with laser therapy
– Laser-assisted management of iatrogenic irritation
– Laser-assisted treatment for muscular spasms
– Clinical case analysis
– Literature and research analysis on photobiomodulation and the concept of accelerated orthodontics.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 12.Introduction to Laser-Assisted Root Canal Therapy for Predictable Treatment

– Defining the endodontic experience for patient and dentist
– Mechanism of action of erbium lasers: Cavitation and “shockwave” generation
– The concept of Radial Apical Cleansing for the management of root canal systems
– Clinical laser applications in endodontics
– Histoanalysis of apical periodontitis
– Incorporating cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in endodontic diagnosis and treatment planning
– Multidisciplinary approaches in the management of endodontic-periodontal lesions
– The concept of laser preconditioning in the treatment of endodontic biofim
– Analysis of clinical cases. 
 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 13.Clinical Applications of Lasers in Endodontics

– Clinical applications of lasers for the management of refractory diseases
– Managing complex and anatomically challenging root canal systems
– Advanced concepts of laser patency, laser recapitulation and laser drainage and decompression
– Treatment challenges encountered during root canal therapy
– Analysis of clinical cases. 

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 14.Laser Therapy in Endodontics: Resorption, Perforations, Broken Instruments

– Laser management of internal and external resorption
– The concept of Retro-dontics
– Managment of perforations and separated insturments
– Protocols of endo retreatment with laser-assisted therapy
– Management of inaccessible and hidding canal anatomy
– Indications and contraindcations of of single visit endodontics
– Root canal iririggtion disinfection protocols
– Managment of complications encountered during single visit endodontics
– Predicting endodontic outcomes with confidence with laser-assisted root canal therapy
– Analysis of clinical cases.
 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Lesson 15.Laser Minimally Invasive Restorative Dentistry: Caries Detection Technologies

– Laser fluorescence for caries detection
– QLF (Quantitative Light-induced Fluorescence) technology
– Infrared reflectance imaging in clinical practice
– Application of DIFOTI (Digital Imaging Fiber-Optic Transillumination) systems
– Minimal invasive laser techniques for caries treatment
– Caries infiltration methods and protocols
– Biomimetic dentistry approaches with laser restorative concepts
– Analysis of clinical cases and literature reviews.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Pediatric dentists, Endodontists, Restorative dentist, Periodontists, Implantologists, General dentists.

Course includes next lessons:

54min
Lesson 1

Contemporary Concept of Laser-Tissue Interaction

Manaf Taher Agha
53min
Lesson 2

Laser Therapy for a Pink and White Aesthetic

Manaf Taher Agha
43min
Lesson 3

Laser-Assisted Periodontitis Treatment. Protocols and Clinical Workflow

Manaf Taher Agha
1h 26min
Lesson 4

Laser Correction of Short Lingual Frenulum in Children

Robert A. Convissar
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Lecturers 6

General dental surgeon and laser dentistry specialist, based in Hong Kong. Founder and Owner of Laserdontic — a private dental clinic in Central, Hong Kong founded in 2004 — operating under the MILD Concept (Minimal Invasive Laser Dentistry) philosophy. Trained in the UK (University of Liverpool, BDS, 1987), practiced in the UK for eight years (1987–1995), then returned to Hong Kong. Lecturer, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Hong Kong (current).

 

Progressive career in laser dentistry: first incorporated dental lasers into clinical practice in 2007; completed MSc in Lasers in Dentistry at RWTH Aachen University, Germany (2011–2013); completed PhD in Laser Dentistry at the University of Hong Kong (2017–2021). Active researcher and publisher in laser dentistry with a focus on wavelength-specific tissue interactions, laser periodontology, laser endodontics, and laser-assisted restorative procedures. Clinical and educational specialties include blue (445 nm) diode laser, Er:YAG, and Nd:YAG applications in soft tissue surgery, periodontal treatment, gingival depigmentation, and restorative adjunctive therapy.

 

Secretary, Asia-Pacific Division (APD), World Federation for Laser Dentistry (WFLD). Active Member and Speaker, Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD), USA. Active Member and Collaborator, AALZ (Aachen Dental Laser Centre), Germany.

 

BDS, University of Liverpool (1987). DGDP, Royal College of Surgeons England (1994). MGD, College of Dental Surgeons Hong Kong (2008). MSc (Lasers in Dentistry), RWTH Aachen University (2013). PhD (Laser Dentistry), University of Hong Kong (2021).

 

General dentist, laser dentistry pioneer, educator, and author in East Hanover, New Jersey (private practice since 1975, retired from direct patient care 2024). One of the earliest adopters of dental lasers in the United States, purchasing his first laser (dLase 300) in 1991 and immediately beginning to train colleagues. A Founding Member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD, incorporated 1993) — the world's leading professional body for laser dentistry education and certification. Over his career with the ALD, held offices of Secretary, Treasurer, Vice President, President-Elect, and President; chaired the Certification, Finance, Future Sites, and Scientific Conference Committees; and attained all four progressive competency levels recognized by the ALD: Educator Status, Advanced Proficiency, Fellowship, and Mastership.

 

Founder and Director, Soft Touch Seminars and Consulting (since 1996) — a dental laser education company providing ALD-recognized provider courses to dentists and dental hygienists using real clinical HD video material from his own practice. Director of Training and Support, CAO Group Lasers (since 2013). Author of 20+ nationally published articles on dental laser application. Co-author, Microinvasive Dentistry: Clinical Strategies and Tools (textbook on high-technology diagnostic and caries treatment). Past Officer and Component President, New Jersey Dental Association. Has been practicing laser therapy in orthodontic and general dentistry settings for more than 25 years. International lecturer on dental laser use for the past 27+ years.

 

DMD, UMDNJ (Rutgers University), Class of 1972. MAGD (Mastership, Academy of General Dentistry). MALD (Mastership, Academy of Laser Dentistry). FICD (Fellow, International College of Dentists).

 

General dentist and laser dentistry educator in comprehensive private practice with in-house dental laboratory in Los Angeles, California (since 1983). USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry alumna (Class of 1981). An early adopter of dental lasers and photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy since 1997 — one of the most experienced laser dentists in the USA with over 25 years of laser application in general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry. Developer of several proprietary compact PBM light therapy devices suitable for both clinical and at-home use. Certified in Dental Acupuncture, UCLA Center for East-West Medicine — integrating laser acupuncture and PBM with Eastern pain management modalities. Senior Instructor, International Association for Orthodontists (IAO). Author of peer-reviewed publications on laser dentistry since 2000.

 

Board Director, Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD), since 2001 — and incoming (planned) ALD President, 2025. Recipient of the ALD Leon Goldman Award for Excellence in Clinical Dentistry (2020) — the ALD's most prestigious clinical achievement honor. Named Honorary President, Asian Pacific Laser Institute (APLI, 2022). Recognized as LA's Best Dentist by Los Angeles Magazine (2018). America's Top Dentist (2005–2011).

 

MAGD (Master, Academy of General Dentistry). MALD (Master and Educator, Academy of Laser Dentistry). MICOI (Master, International Congress of Oral Implantologists). FAACD (Fellow, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry) — first female FAACD Accredited Fellow.

 

Endodontist in full-time private practice limited to endodontics in Westchester County, New York. Recognized internationally as an authority on laser-assisted endodontic treatment and endodontic microsurgery.

 

Over 45 years of clinical experience exclusively in endodontics. Founder of Advanced Endodontics of Westchester and The Endodontic Microsurgery Group — a facility dedicated to endodontic microsurgery and sedation. Research focused on pulpal microcirculation and the effect of substance P on pulpal blood flow. Author of numerous peer-reviewed articles on endodontics and laser therapy.

 

Visiting Lecturer at Columbia University; former Associate Clinical Professor in Endodontics at Columbia University and New York Medical College. Volunteer lecturer for the American Association of Endodontists (AAE). Founder of the Endodontic Study Club of Westchester and the Lasers in Dentistry Study Club of NY. International congress presenter with lectures spanning the United States, Europe, and beyond.

 

BDS (Cum Laude), University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa. Postdoctoral endodontic training, Columbia University, New York.

 

• Member, Academy of Laser Dentistry

 

• Member, American Dental Association (ADA)

 

• Member, American Association of Endodontists (AAE)

 

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