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ALD Dental Laser Standard Level Course - Tripoli, Libya
Tuesday, December 20, 2022, 8:00 AM to Wednesday, December 21, 2022, 5:00 PM EDT
Category: Lecture & Hands-On
ALD Dental Laser Standard Level Course Date: December 20-21, 2022 Location: Tripoli, LIbya Instructor: Dr. Walid Altayeb
The standard level course in laser dentistry is a prerequisite for all dentists, nurses, dental assistants and dental hygienists to handle any kind of LASER devices. It provides a basic level of education in LASER usage and includes specific device instruction with demonstrated proficiency in didactic and hands-on knowledge. LASER safety is an important issue and all those who are involved in LASER dentistry must be equipped with the knowledge of the wavelengths, user settings, care and maintenance of the device. Further, international bodies governing laser safety issues require all organizations housing laser devices to have a certified laser safety officer. This course provides all the required knowledge and documentation for laser safety officers. Apart from general considerations in LASER practice, specific uses of LASERs in various fields of dentistry will be discussed along with tips on LASER practice management. The Standard Level Course is the basic level of education in dental laser usage, including specific laser proficiency and laboratory knowledge. Candidates for the Standard Level Course must demonstrate a basic understanding of all wavelengths via a multiple-choice examination and an oral clinical simulation exam, with at least one wavelength.
Educational Objectives The 12 hours of CE laser utilization includes: 1. Outline basic laser physics 2. Explain the biologic laser tissue interaction 3. Demonstrate the clinical applications of lasers in different dental fields 4. Select between different laser wavelengths 5. Utilize the recommended standards in laser safety
Sponsored by: Libyan Dental Forum, Dr. Ali A. Elmalih Contact Phone: 00218918882299 Contact Email: [email protected]
Additional Information: Walid Altayeb DDS, MSc, PhD Fellow & Master of the Academy of Laser Dentistry
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