Lasers in dental practice

In modern dentistry, innovative technologies are increasingly being implemented to improve treatment efficiency, patient comfort, and treatment outcomes. One of the fastest-developing fields is laser technology. Despite their growing popularity, knowledge and skills in laser application are still not included in traditional dentistry study programs. This leads to a knowledge gap among practicing dentists.

Seminar intended for:

General dental practitioners seeking to expand their range of treatment methods and apply modern technologies in daily practice;

Dental specialists (e.g., periodontists, endodontists, surgeons) wishing to deepen their knowledge in specific areas of laser application;

It may also be useful for researchers and lecturers integrating laser technologies into research or the study process.

Seminar lecturer: periodontist Inesa Stigienė.

The professional development course program is approved by the Ministry of Health (SAM). 8 academic hours of professional development are provided.

Program:

9:00 – 9:30 Registration

9:30 – 13:00 Theoretical part (+ coffee break):

History of laser development, their types, and physical properties;

Rules and requirements for safe work with lasers;

Effects of lasers on biological tissues;

Application of lasers in dentistry;

Photobiomodulation (laser biostimulation);

Lasers in endodontics;

Lasers in orthodontics;

Lasers in therapeutic treatment;

Lasers in periodontic surgery.

13:00 – 14:00 Lunch at the cafe

14:00 – 17:00 Practical tasks:

Soft tissue procedures (diode lasers):

Gingivectomy or gum contouring (on a pig jaw);

Frenulectomy simulation (on a pig jaw);

Laser biostimulation of aphthous ulcers or herpetic lesions;

Laser hemostasis after incision.

Hard tissue procedures (Er,Cr:YSGG):