About Dental Laser Center
Introduction
The Fellowship Course between Misr University for Science & Technology, and the University of Genoa is a one-year course of study and examination in the use of laser as an adjunct to clinical dental surgery and medicine. Fellowship shall define a level of competence that is consistent with an experienced laser user. The course is designed to provide evidence-based core knowledge in laser use in dentistry and to refine practical skills. Emphasis is placed on the integration of this course into the on-going practice in dentistry for each participant and the future benefit of laser use for dental patients. Elements of the course are didactic theoretical and applied clinical knowledge of laser use in all aspects of dental surgery and medicine. Additional aspects shall include the practical use of lasers and the compilation of clinical case presentations.
The course is composed of four three-day modules (140 hours of continuous education).The teaching faculty is selected from members of Misr University for Science & Technology, the Faculty of Medicine, University of Genoa and accredited international specialists in laser dentistry. Successful completion of the course and examination shall be recognized by the presentation of a certificate
Dental Laser Center
Applicants must:
– Hold a bachelor’s degree in Dentistry from an Egyptian university or an equivalent accredited university.
– Pass the interview of the required department of specialty (LASER Program Board).
– In the case of Egyptian university staff members, have an HR letter form.
- Module I: 31 March, 1-2 April 2016.
Laser photonic energy. Historical aspects of laser development.
Relationship of laser emission to “ordinary” light.
Production of laser photonic energy by solid-state, gas and semi-conductor- based laser machines. Emission modes.
Laser wavelengths used in dentistry and an overview of their application.
Laser-tissue interaction. Clinical case design.
Laser Safety. Low-level laser energy use in dentistry.
- Module II: 26-27-28 May 2016.
Laser use in oral hard tissue management.
Laser wavelengths and consideration of optimal power parameters relative to absorption phenomena.
Laser interaction with enamel, dentine, cementum, dental caries.
Laser interaction with alveolar bone.
Laser use in endodontics – orthograde and retrograde applications.
- Module III: 28-29-30 July 2016.
Laser use in oral soft tissue management.
Laser wavelengths and consideration of optimal power parameters relative to absorption phenomena.
Laser use in the management of non-keratinised or “loose” soft tissue structures – lining mucosa, frenula, ventral tongue.
Laser use in the management of keratinised or “fixed” soft tissue – gingiva, dorsal tongue.
Laser use in periodontology – surgical and non-surgical applications.
Laser use in implantology.
- Module IV: 24-25-26 November 2016.
Integration of lasers into dental practice – clinical and marketing aspects
Practical sessions in laser use.
Presentation of clinical cases. LIVE OPERATIONS.
Multiple-choice examination – Diploma
Closing ceremony.
