Aim

The purpose of this course is to obtain basic knowledge in Laser beams and specific knowledge about their use in Dentistry.

Learning outcomes

The student at the end of 10thsemester should be able to describe:

• Laser beam characteristics, the types of their emissions and their interaction with dental tissues.
• The types of Laser beam appliances used in Dentistry and their characteristics.
• The clinical applications of Lasers in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Endodontology, Periodontology and Implantology.
• Safety precautions and tissue protection during their use.

Contents

Basic principles of Laser beams emission; wavelength; biophysics; safety precautions during laser emission; clinical applications of Lasers in Oral Surgery, Maxillofacial Surgery, Endodontology, Periodontology and Implantology.

Educational Methods

• Seminars.

Criteria for successful completion

• Attendance of at least 90% of the seminars.
• Successful final examination.