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MASTERSHIP IN LASER DENTISTRY

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OVERVIEW

Certificate	- IOM Accredited
Course Language	- English & Chinese
Admissions	- December
Programme Duration	- 1 Year Part time

Module 1 :

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 in dentistry: an overview of their applications and laser-tissue interaction
Clinical case design
Laser safety and operating parameters
Photobiomodulation (low level laser therapy): understanding the mechanism
Low-level laser therapy applications in dentistry
Photobiomodulation in the management of neuropathic pain

Module 2 :

Laser use in hard-tissue management
Optimal laser wavelengths and power parameters relative to absorption phenomena in oral hard tissue
Laser interaction with dental caries, enamel, dentine, cementum
Laser interaction with alveolar bone
Laser in aesthetic dentistry
Laser-assisted restorative therapy

Module 3:

Laser use in oral soft-tissue management
Laser wavelengths and consideration of optimal power parameters relative to absorption phenomena in oral soft tissue
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 in implantology and role of laser-assisted therapy in the management of peri-implantitis
Laser use in periodontology: an overview of surgical and non-surgical applications
Applications of photodynamic therapy in dentistry
Practical session: laser soft-issue hands-on

Module 4:

Laser use in endodontics - orthograde and retrograde applications
The scope of laser applications in oral pathology
Laser applications in oral surgery: an overview
Laser applications in endodontic surgery
Integration of lasers into dental practice - clinical and marketing aspects
Clinical cases presentations for laser users (participants’ cases)

ONLINE COURSE ELEMENTS

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SCHOLARSHIP / FUNDING

Contact Office@iomvarsity.hk for Scholarship

IOM IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

High Priority is placed on the creation of an environment supportive of women, minorities and persons with disabilities. We seek candidates with a commitment in working effectively with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds.

REQUIREMENTS

Language :	English & Chinese
Academic :	Respective National Medical / Dental Council Registration

MASTERSHIP IN LASER DENTISTRY

OVERVIEW

ONLINE COURSE ELEMENTS

SCHOLARSHIP / FUNDING

IOM IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

REQUIREMENTS

Research

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