AI CAD/CAM Digital & Aesthetics Dental ConfEx I 40th Edition

Abstract

The rapid emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is a global challenge, threatening the effectiveness of antibiotics that have transformed medicine and saved millions of lives.

While the treatment of carious lesions and their consequences was once the primary focus of dental care, periodontal disease and its associated complications are now considered a leading cause of tooth and bone loss in many patients.

This presentation aims to highlight the advantages of laser-assisted periodontal therapy and its role in improving infection control and treatment outcomes.

Laser light technologies for infection control can help reduce the need for antibiotics while improving clinical outcomes in periodontal therapy.

Learning Objectives

• Identify the different laser types and parameters used to achieve antibacterial effects in dentistry.
• Describe the clinical applications and techniques for using lasers in dental practice.
• Evaluate the role of lasers as an adjunct to conventional dental treatment.
• Discuss the antibacterial efficacy of lasers in the management of oral and dental conditions.
• Recognize the limitations, safety considerations, and potential thermal effects associated with laser use in dentistry.