Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry 2nd Edition by Robert Convissar ISBN 0323297622 9780323297622

Einstein’s “Splendid Light”: Origins and Dental Applications

• Early Published Theories of Light
• Development of Quantum Theory
• Masers and Lasers
• Lasers in Dentistry and Oral Surgery
• Conclusions

Laser Fundamentals

• Light
• Amplification
• Stimulated Emission
• Radiation
• Laser Delivery Systems
• Laser Effects on Tissue
• Laser Safety
• Benefits and Drawbacks of Dental Lasers
• Lasers in Dentistry: Now and in the Future
• Conclusions

Laser-Assisted Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy

• Periodontal Diseases
• Benefits of Laser Therapy
• Laser Types
• Fundamentals of Laser Physics
• Treatment Objectives with Soft Tissue Lasers
• Healing and Tissue Rehabilitation
• Documentation
• Adjunctive Chemotherapeutics
• Laser Safety
• Technical Aspects of Laser Settings
• Treating Periimplant Mucositis and Periimplantitis
• Diagnosis
• Treatment Planning
• Gingivitis
• Periodontitis
• Sedation Appointment (Intravenous or Conscious)
• Debridement Appointment
• Laser Decontamination Appointment
• Reinfection Assessment Appointment (Optional)
• Reevaluation (Definitive Therapy)
• Supportive Periodontal Therapy
• Conclusions

Lasers in Surgical Periodontics

• Advantages of Laser Surgery
• Nonsurgical Applications
• Gingivectomy
• Frenectomy
• Mucogingival Surgery
• Crown Lengthening
• Periodontitis
• Lasers in Flap Procedures
• Lasers in Treating the Failing Implant
• Conclusions

Regenerative Laser Periodontal Therapy

• Objectives of Periodontal Treatment
• Initial Therapy
• Periodontal Surgery
• Regenerative Periodontal Therapy
• Biomodification of Root Surface
• Comparison of Four Lasers: Effects on Root Surfaces and Wound Healing
• Periimplantitis
• Conclusions

Lasers in Fixed Prosthetic and Cosmetic Reconstruction

• Laser Wavelengths for Cosmetic/Prosthetic Procedures
• Biologic Width
• Soft Tissue Troughing with and without Gingivoplasty
• Crown-Lengthening Procedures
• Emergence Profile
• Ovate Pontic Design
• Laser Depigmentation
• Laser Bleaching
• Conclusions

Lasers in Implant Dentistry

• Laser Wavelengths
• Mucositis and Periimplantitis
• Future of Lasers in Implant Dentistry
• Conclusions

Use of Lasers for Minor Oral Surgery in General Practice

• Intraoral Lasers for Minor Oral Surgery
• Advantages and Disadvantages of Laser Surgery
• Laser Techniques and Procedures
• Incision/Excision Techniques and Procedures
• Ablation/Vaporization Techniques and Procedures
• Hemostasis/Coagulation Techniques and Procedures
• Tooth Extractions
• Apicoectomy
• Conclusions

Laser-Enhanced Removable Prosthetic Reconstruction

• Excision of Epulis Fissurata
• Vestibuloplasty
• Tuberosity Reduction
• Soft Tissue Abnormalities
• Conclusions

Lasers in Restorative Dentistry

• Caries Removal: Background and Debate
• Laser Photonic Energy–Hard Tissue Interaction
• Laser Use Versus Conventional Instrumentation
• Laser Use in Cavity Preparation
• Laser Analgesia
• Laser Use in Caries Diagnostics
• Laser Caries Prevention
• Conclusions

Lasers in Pediatric Dentistry

• Laser Types
• Low-Level Lasers
• Lasers in Pediatric Dental Practice
• Hard Tissue Procedures
• Soft Tissue Procedures
• Low-Level (Photobiostimulating) Laser Therapy
• Conclusions

Lasers in Orthodontics

• Choosing a Soft Tissue Laser for Orthodontics
• Types of Orthodontic Procedures
• Treatment Planning for Anterior Esthetics
• Other Orthodontic Procedures
• Procedural Steps
• Photobiomodulating Lasers in Orthodontics
• Laser Education and Training
• Conclusions

Lasers in Endodontics

• Pulp Diagnosis: Laser Doppler Flowmetry
• Pulp Capping and Pulpotomy
• Cleaning and Disinfecting the Root Canal System
• Endodontic Retreatment
• Apical Surgery
• Conclusions

Lasers in Major Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Choosing a Surgical Laser
• Safety and Anesthesia Considerations
• Tumor-Resective Surgery: Excision versus Ablation
• Premalignant Lesions
• Malignant Lesions and Aggressive Benign Lesions
• Vascular Lesions
• Snoring and Sleep Apnea
• Temporomandibular Joint Surgery
• Cosmetic Facial Surgery
• Conclusions

Photobiomodulation in Dentistry

• Therapeutic Lasers and Light-Emitting Diodes
• Laser Safety
• Choosing the “Right” Device
• Acupuncture
• Dental Indications
• Conclusions and Outlook

Introducing Lasers into the Dental Practice

• Team Approach
• General Practice
• Specialty Practice
• Cost of Acquiring a Laser
• Laser as Profit Center
• Setting Fees
• Preparing the Staff
• Preparing the Patient
• Marketing to Other Professionals
• Chairside Considerations
• Conclusions

Laser Dentistry Research

• Optical Coherence Tomography
• Photoactivated Disinfection and Microbial Reduction
• Influence of Pulse Duration on High-Intensity Laser Application
• Carbon Dioxide Lasers