Introduction To Lasers In Dentistry

Course Description:

Lasers are widely accepted in dental practice today. While laser technology can help clinicians improve treatment outcomes, they are not a panacea and contrary to many manufacturer’s claims, they will not solve all your problems. The purpose of this course is to cut through the marketing and disinformation and learn what role lasers can play in today’s modern dental practice.
This course is designed to help clinicians understand why the physics behind lasers works and how these tools can help improve treatments outcomes when applied correctly. Dr. Parker will review many treatments that can be done with a laser including using fractional laser therapy for snoring and airway challenged patients; surgical applications like implants, vestibuloplasty, and tongue ties; general restorative procedures like troughing and cosmetic improvements; periodontal applications both surgical and non-surgical; and TMD disorders.

Speaker Bio:

Dr. Parker has educated thousands of clinicians across the US and internationally. In that time, he has advocated for increased standards in aesthetic and restorative procedures, minimally invasive techniques, and dental technology. Having taught over 1500 hours in didactic course as well as 1200+ hours of hands-on surgical and treatment courses, Dr. Parker is well versed in teaching and hands-on training. In addition to speaking and training, he has written or is listed on over 30 patents or patents-pending and has published many articles in dental and scientific journals.
In 2011, after sixteen years of dental practice experience, Dr. Parker transitioned from clinical dentistry into leadership roles in the dental industry and most recently serves as the Vice President of Clinical Affairs for DEKA Dental Lasers, where he oversees clinical education, hands-on in-office clinical laser training, and emerging technology applications.
Dr. Parker has a deep, hands-on understanding of dental aesthetics, lasers, implants, functional reconstruction, and dental technologies. His professional affiliations include: The Academy of Laser Dentistry (Education Committee and Board of Directors), American Sleep and Breathing Academy (diplomate), American Society for Dental Aesthetics (accredited), Academy of RV Tucker Study Clubs, The American Dental Association, and The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. When not teaching, he enjoys spending time with his family, riding his bicycle, playing music, and woodworking.

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