Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry - E-Book

Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry - E-Book
Author: Robert A. Convissar
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 351
Release: 2010-07-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 032307989X

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. 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.

Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry - E-Book

Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry - E-Book
Author: Robert A. Convissar
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 323
Release: 2015-03-06
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323297633

Expand your skills in the rapidly growing field of laser dentistry! The new second edition of Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry contains everything you need to know about the latest laser procedures across all areas of dentistry. With vivid clinical photos and easy-to-follow writing, Dr. Robert A. Convissar and his team of dental experts walk you through the most common uses of lasers in areas like: periodontics, periodontal surgery, oral pathology, implantology, fixed and removable prosthetics, cosmetic procedures, endodontics, operative dentistry, pediatrics, orthodontics, and oral and maxillofacial surgery. The book also covers topics such as the history of lasers in dentistry, laser research, the latest laser equipment, and how to go about incorporating lasers into your practice, so that you are fully equipped to use lasers successfully in your treatments. - The latest evidence-based, authoritative information is written by experts from all areas of dentistry (periodontics, orthodontics, oral surgery, prosthodontics, implants, endodontics, and pediatric and general dentistry). - Case studies reflect treatment planning and the use of lasers for a variety of pathologies. - Detailed, full-color art program clearly illustrates preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative procedures. - Summary tables and boxes provide easy-to-read summaries of essential information. - Clinical Tips and Caution boxes interspersed throughout the text highlight key clinical points. - Glossary at the end of the book provides definitions of laser terminology. - Chapter on Introducing Lasers into the Dental Practice provides guidelines for the investment into lasers. - NEW! Updated content on regenerative laser periodontal therapy, lasers in implant dentistry, lasers in restorative dentistry, low-level lasers in dentistry, and laser dentistry research reflects the latest technology advancements in the field. - NEW! More clinical photos, equipment photos, and conceptual illustrations offer a detailed look at how equipment is used and how procedures are completed.

Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry - E-Book

Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry - E-Book
Author: Robert A. Convissar
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 482
Release: 2022-09-07
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323812848

Successfully expand the use of lasers in your dental practice! With vibrant, detailed clinical images and easy-to-follow writing, Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry, 3rd Edition walks you through the most common uses of lasers in areas such as periodontal surgery, dental implants, prosthetic and cosmetic reconstruction and describes how lasers work, how they interact with tissues, and how this knowledge may be applied to dental practice with a focus on technology, surgical techniques, and key steps in treatment. Written by laser dentistry pioneer Dr. Robert A. Convissar and a team of leading experts, this edition includes an ebook free with each purchase of a print book, three new chapters, and new case histories and clinical tips. It contains everything you need to know to build your skills in the rapidly growing field of laser dentistry. - Authoritative information is written by experts from all areas of dentistry, including periodontics, orthodontics, prosthodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, implants, endodontics, pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and practice management. - Revised case studies reflect treatment planning and the use of lasers in treating a variety of pathologies. - Detailed photographs clearly illustrate preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative procedures. - Guidelines to the use of lasers in procedures are validated with evidence-based, peer-reviewed literature. - Revised Clinical Tips and Caution boxes highlight key information. - Summary tables and boxes simplify essential information. - Chapter on Introducing Lasers into the Dental Practice includes guidelines for investing in lasers. - Glossary provides definitions of key laser terminology. - NEW! Chapters cover snoring and sleep apnea, photodynamic therapy, and infant tongue tie procedures. - NEW! More clinical photos, equipment photos, and conceptual illustrations are included. - NEW! eBook version is included with print purchase, allowing you to access all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

Lasers in Dentistry

Lasers in Dentistry
Author: Patricia M. Freitas
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 372
Release: 2015-04-27
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1118275020

Lasers have become an increasingly useful tool in conventional dental practice. Their precision and less invasive quality make them an attractive technology in esthetic and pediatric dentistry, oral medicine, and a range of other dental procedures. Lasers in Dentistry: Guide for Clinical Practice is a comprehensive, yet concise and easy-to-use guide to integrating lasers into conventional clinical practice. The book begins by providing the reader a thorough understanding of how lasers work and their varied effects on oral tissues. Subsequent chapters are organized by procedure type, illustrating common clinical techniques with step-by-step illustrations and case examples. In addition, each chapter provides an overview of the latest research for use in clinical practice. More comprehensive than at atlas yet practical and clinically oriented in its approach, Lasers in Dentistry is an essential tool for practitioners and students looking to broader their skill set in laser dentistry.

Modern Dental Assisting - E-Book

Modern Dental Assisting - E-Book
Author: Doni L. Bird
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 1305
Release: 2016-05-16
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323221211

Prepare for a successful career as a dental assistant! Modern Dental Assisting is the leading text in dental assisting -- the most trusted, the most comprehensive, and the most current. Using an easy-to-understand approach, this resource offers a complete foundation in the basic and advanced clinical skills you must master to achieve clinical competency. It describes dental assisting procedures with photographs and clear, step-by-step instructions. Along with the textbook, this complete learning package includes a companion Evolve website replete with learning exercises and games and video clips of dental assisting procedures plus animations and review questions. Written by Doni Bird and Debbie Robinson, two well-known and well-respected dental assisting educators, this edition is also available as a Pageburst e-book.

Laser Dentistry

Laser Dentistry
Author: World Federation for Laser Dentistry (WFLD)
Publisher: Universal-Publishers
Total Pages: 562
Release: 2018-06-30
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1627340858

Laser Dentistry: Current Clinical Applications by the World Federation for Laser Dentistry (WFLD) is a comprehensive guide the state of the art, principles and practices of laser dentistry. This collection of articles were compiled by Professor Aldo Brugnera Junior DDS, MS, PhD and Professor Samir Namour, DDS, MS, PhD, is written for all those interested in the clinical use of laser technology related to dentistry, research, development and biology, and medicine and surgery. Topics include: Laser, history and physics; Laser periodontics; Laser applications in implantology; Laser in oral soft tissue surgery; The laser management of oral leukoplakias; Treatment of bone necrosis caused by biphosphonates, Treatment of vascular malformations; The role of lasers in caries prevention; Dentinal adhesion and cavity preparation; The power of the bubble Erbium laser generated cavitation; Pre-emptive dental anaesthesia by Nd:YAG photobiomodulation; Non-invasive diagnostic methods using lasers; Clinical use of laser/LED phototherapies; Laser photobiomodulation (PBM) with low level laser therapy (LLLT) in esthetic dentistry; Laser phototherapy & oral mucositis; Lasers in dentin dehypersensitivity; Photobiomodulation therapy and dentoalveolar derived mesenchymal stem cells; Dental bleaching without gel; Hard tissue modification, cavity preparation and caries removal using erbium lasers; Laser safety; Optical fluorescence; World Federation for Laser Dentistry (WFLD) progress and history.

Diagnosis and Treatment Planning in Dentistry - E-Book

Diagnosis and Treatment Planning in Dentistry - E-Book
Author: Stephen J. Stefanac
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 543
Release: 2023-01-27
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323809782

**Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 with "Essential Purchase" designation in Dentistry** Enhance your skills in patient assessment, oral diagnosis, and treatment planning! A full-color, all-in-one reference, Diagnosis and Treatment Planning in Dentistry, 4th Edition helps you create person-centered dental treatment plans for adolescent and adult patients. Using evidence-based research, this text shows how risk assessment, prognosis, and expected treatment outcomes factor into the planning process. Detailed coverage guides you through each phase of the treatment plan. New to this edition are chapters covering digital tools used in treatment planning and revised content in all chapters. The book renews a core section that describes how to plan and provide optimal oral health care for unique patient populations. Written by noted dentistry educators Stephen Stefanac and Samuel Nesbit, this must-have resource includes a fully searchable eBook version free with each print purchase. - Clear, logical organization builds your understanding with sections on comprehensive patient evaluation, the treatment planning process, the five phases of the treatment plan, and care planning for all patients. - What's the Evidence? boxes cite research articles affecting clinical decision-making and treatment planning strategies. - In Clinical Practice boxes summarize information on specific clinical situations for quick and easy review. - Ethics in Dentistry boxes address clinical situations where ethical decision making may be required. - Review questions summarize and reinforce the important concepts in each chapter. - 350 full-color illustrations depict important concepts. - NEW! Updated content in all chapters. - NEW! An eBook version is included with print purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Plus, additional videos and all-new case-based practice quizzes for each chapter. - NEW! Digital Tools chapter focuses on the use of digital tools in diagnosis and treatment planning.

A Compendium of Principles and Practice of Laser Biophotonics in Oral Medicine

A Compendium of Principles and Practice of Laser Biophotonics in Oral Medicine
Author: Fakir Mohan Debta
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021-12-31
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781685074418

"Photonics is a light-based optical technology that is considered as the leading technology for the new millennium. The science of light generation, manipulation, transmission, and measurement is known as photonics. The application of photonics technologies and principles to medicine and life sciences is known as biophotonics. Laser (Light Amplification by the Stimulated Emission of Radiation) is one of the most important inventions of the twentieth century in biophotonic technology. In the field of oral medicine, lasers have a multitude of preventive, therapeutic and adjunctive applications. Applications in clinical scenarios like orofacial pain, temporomandibular joint disorders, potentially malignant disorders of oral mucosa, herpes, recurrent apthous ulcers, burning mouth syndrome, nerve repair, laser and antimicrobial photodynamic therapies in cancer patients, non-neoplastic proliferative lesions of oral soft tissue, and vascular lesions have shown promising results. Lasers also aid in optically enhanced diagnosis of oral lesions using florescence, coherence and spectroscopic techniques. This endeavor, entitled A Compendium of Principles and Practice of Laser Biophotonics in Oral Medicine, is a concise but comprehensive body of information, written in a simple tone, attempting to cruise the readers' vision through every perspective, to seek objective information on all aspects of the instrument and its uses, fostering a preliminary step towards efficient laser diagnosis and therapy. This book facilitates exploration of physical concepts with lucidity without getting engrossed in excruciating jargon"--

Modern Operative Dentistry

Modern Operative Dentistry
Author: Carlos Rocha Gomes Torres
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 720
Release: 2019-12-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3030317722

This book provides the theoretical knowledge required by students when learning how to diagnose oral diseases, plan treatment, and perform various types of dental restoration. It is also useful for clinicians wishing to update their treatment skills and broaden their understanding operative dentistry.Adopting an evidence-based approach, and in accordance with the philosophy of minimally invasive dentistry, it explains in detail the use of both classic and new restorative materials in various clinical situations. It also discusses the principles of smile analysis, as well the technique for esthetic composite restorations on posterior and anterior teeth, including direct and indirect veneers. In addition to richly illustrated, step-by-step descriptions of procedures, it offers essential information on basic topics, such as dental instruments and equipment, nomenclature and general principles of tooth preparation, isolation of the operating field, matrix and wedge systems, light curing, and pulpal protection. Furthermore it addresses the diagnosis of dental caries and tooth sensitivity of non-carious origin, like dentin hypersensitivity, dental erosion and cracked tooth syndrome, together with their treatment options. Also explaining the fundamental ergonomic principles of clinical practice, the book enables undergraduate students to embark on a successful professional career.