This course is a fantastic opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of diode lasers and their application in dental hygiene! It is an 8-12 hour course (state dependent) and you will gain the didactic and hands on training needed to use a Diode Laser. Here's a breakdown of what participants can expect to gain from each section:
Understanding the science behind lasers will give you the foundation to work safely and effectively. By learning about the electromagnetic spectrum and how lasers interact with tissues, you'll be able to select the right settings for different clinical scenarios.
Knowing the correct settings for various procedures will ensure you can use the laser safely and effectively. Laser safety protocols are crucial to protect both you and your patients from potential risks such as eye damage or thermal injury. The course covers protective eyewear, laser protocols, and safe practices.
Understanding the specific procedures that hygienists can perform with a diode laser—like soft tissue procedures, debridement, and laser-assisted periodontal therapy—will enhance your skills and expand the services you can offer to patients.
It's essential to understand not just how to use the laser, but why you would choose it for particular treatments. Lasers can provide benefits like reducing bacteria, minimizing tissue damage, enhancing wound healing, and improving patient comfort. Knowing these advantages will help you make informed decisions during patient care.
Learning how to stage and grade periodontal disease according to the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) will give you the tools to assess and manage different levels of periodontal health, tailoring laser use to each stage.
Creating templates for clinical notes will make documentation more efficient and standardized, which is especially helpful when integrating new technologies like lasers into your practice. These templates can ensure you capture all relevant data for both treatment planning and insurance purposes.
This Diode Laser Brush-up course is for hygienists who are already laser trained. The course is a great way to refresh and reignite enthusiasm for utilizing lasers in practice! Here’s a breakdown of what the course will likely cover and how it will empower hygienists to make the most of their diode lasers:
It's easy to forget the potential of a tool when it's not used regularly. This part of the course will reinforce the key reasons for incorporating diode lasers into your treatment protocols—such as improving patient outcomes, reducing healing times, minimizing discomfort, and enhancing your ability to treat soft tissue effectively.
The course will provide helpful language to use when introducing laser treatment to patients. Communicating the benefits of the diode laser clearly and confidently will help patients feel comfortable and informed about their treatment options. Effective verbiage could also help in gaining patient buy-in, ensuring that they understand how laser treatment can improve their care.
Laser settings are critical for achieving optimal results, and understanding the correct settings will prevent unnecessary risks or ineffective treatment. This portion of the course will cover how to adjust the laser’s settings based on the procedure you're performing, patient anatomy, and tissue response. Understanding the right timing will also help ensure that treatment is both efficient and effective, keeping patient comfort and safety at the forefront.
With a diode laser, there’s a wide range of benefits you can offer to your patients, from soft tissue management to enhanced healing and reduced bacterial load. This section will dive into the specific benefits of the diode laser, including how it can be used in periodontal therapy, preventive care, and the management of soft tissue lesions.
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