Diode Laser Basic Competency Course

This full-day program provides a detailed and focused basic competency in the use of diode lasers - one of the most popular dental wavelengths. Clinical techniques for dentists and hygienists are reviewed including: basic troughing, laser sculpting in smile design, frenectomies, and the minimally invasive laser protocol in periodontal treatment. Techniques in low level laser therapy are reviewed in wound healing and cellular regeneration. Attendees demonstrate clinical simulation on pig jaws and must pass a written exam to achieve Academy of Laser Dentistry Basic Competency. 

• basic scientific principles in how lasers interact with dental tissues
• to use a diode laser safely to avoid complications
• various tissue biotypes and fine tune diode laser settings
  

Note: This course is in collaboration with the Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD). ALD Laser Basic Competency Letter of Completion is included with successful course completion. This course serves as fulfilling the prerequisite for Standard Proficiency Certification with the ALD.