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Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry

  • 1st Edition - July 15, 2010
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Robert A. Convissar
  • Language: English

Expand your skills in the rapidly growing field of laser dentistry! Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry uses a concise, evidence-based approach in describing protocols… Read more

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Expand your skills in the rapidly growing field of laser dentistry! Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry uses a concise, evidence-based approach in describing protocols and procedures. Dr. Robert A. Convissar, a renowned lecturer on this subject, has assembled a diverse panel of international contributors; he’s also one of the first general dentists to use lasers in his practice. The book covers the history of lasers in dentistry and laser research, plus the use of lasers in periodontics, periodontal surgery, oral pathology, implantology, fixed and removable prosthetics, cosmetic procedures, endodontics, operative dentistry, pediatrics, orthodontics, and oral and maxillofacial surgery. Full-color images show the latest laser technology, surgical techniques, and key steps in patient treatment.

Key features

  • Full-color photos and illustrations demonstrate surgical techniques and key teaching points.
  • A Laser Fundamentals chapter describes the physics of lasers and the wavelengths that can produce better outcomes.
  • Introducing Lasers into the Dental Practice chapter provides guidelines on investing in laser technology and in marketing this new procedure.
  • Clinical Tip and Caution boxes include advice and alerts that can only be offered by a seasoned practitioner of 27 years.

Table of contents

1. Einstein's Splendid Light: Origins and Dental Applications

2. Laser Fundamentals

3. Laser-Assisted Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy

4. Laser in Surgical Periodontics

5. Regenerative Laser Periodontal Therapy

6. Oral Surgery for the General Practitioner

7. Lasers in Implant Dentistry

8. Lasers in Fixed Prosthetic and Cosmetic Reconstruction

9. Laser-Enhanced Removable Prosthetic Reconstruction

10. Lasers in Endodontics

11. Lasers in Restorative Dentistry

12. Lasers in Pediatric Dentistry

13. Soft Tissue Lasers in Orthodontics

14. Lasers in Major Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

15. Low-Level Lasers in Dentistry

16. Introducing Lasers into the Dental Practice

17. Laser Dentistry Research

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: July 15, 2010
  • Language: English

About the author

Robert A. Convissar

Author
Affiliations and expertise
Director of Laser Dentistry, New York Hospital Queens, Private Practice, New York, NYDDS, FAGD, Director, Laser Dentistry, New YorK Hospital Queens, Private Practce, New York, NY, USA

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