Principles and practice of laser dentistry / [edited by] Robert A. Convissar.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Convissar, Robert A.

ScienceDirect (Online service)

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Lasers in dentistry.

Oral Surgical Procedures--methods.

Laser Therapy--methods.

Medical Subjects:

Oral Surgical Procedures--methods.

Laser Therapy--methods.

Genre:

Electronic books.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xxii, 328 pages) : color illustrations

Place of Publication:

St. Louis, Mo. : Mosby Elsevier, [2011]

System Details:

Mode of access: World Wide Web.

text file

Summary:

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; he₂s 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.

Contents:

Einstein's "splendid light" : origins and dental applications

Laser fundamentals

Laser-assisted non-surgical periodontal therapy

Lasers in surgical periodontics

Regenerative laser periodontal therapy

Oral surgery for the general practitioner

Lasers in implant dentistry

Lasers in fixed prosthetic and cosmetic reconstruction

Laser enhanced removable prosthetic reconstruction

Lasers in endodontics

Lasers in restorative dentistry

Lasers in pediatric dentistry

Soft tissue laser in orthodontics

Lasers in major oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures

Low level lasers in dentistry

Introducing lasers into the dental practice

Laser dentistry research.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Electronic reproduction. Amsterdam : Elsevier Science & Technology, 2011. Mode of access: World Wide Web. System requirements: Web browser. Title from title screen (viewed on Jan. 19, 2011). Access may be restricted to users at subscribing institutions.

Other Format:

Print version: Principles and practice of laser dentistry.

ISBN:

9780323062060

0323062067

OCLC:

698080028

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.