Knowledge, education, camaraderie, networking and fun.
Dr. Ron Tankersley ADA President
The Academy of Laser Dentistry annual meeting provides science based education for dental professionals who currently utilize lasers and those interested in incorporating lasers into their clinical dental practice. Dr. Ron Tankersley, ADA President, will address the General Session on Thursday, April 15, 2010 at the Doral, in his keynote "Dentistry: Where We Are Headed in the New Decade".
Are you new to Lasers in Dentistry? Just Curious? Are you a veteran laser dentist? Looking for advanced learning?
Let ALD help you sort the science from the marketing. Let ALD show you how to safely and effectively use dental lasers in your daily clinical practice.
Do you know... Lasers can be used for many SOFT TISSUE PROCEDURES?
Do you know... Lasers can be used for many HARD TISSUE PROCEDURES?
Contemporary Topics Laser-assisted PERIODONTAL CARE Laser-assisted ENDODONTIC THERAPY Hard Tissue Interactions - CARIES, OSSEOUS SURGERY, CROWN LengtheningLow Level Lasers can be used for: LLLT procedures Photodynamic therapy
20-25 CEUs Continuing Education Credits
How do I choose my first or my next laser? (aka: Which laser is best for me?)
Tips and Techniques for Clinical Laser Applications in Daily Practice
Advanced Laser Clinics - Interactive Discussions about advanced applications in daily practice
High Power, High Fluence or Hype? Advanced presentation and discussion
New Track for 2010 - Practice Management for the Dentist and the Team
ROI - Medical and Dental Insurance Coding
Hygiene Applications for Auxiliaries - Seminars and Hands-on Participation Courses
Dr. Eugene Seidner Student Scholarship Program
ALD 2010 promises a dynamic educational program including:
Daily General & Scientific Sessions
Daily Seminars & Hands-on Participation Courses
User Group MeetingsAMD Lasers Picasso, Biolase Waterlase MD & EzLase, GPT Spectra Lutronic, Hoya DioDent Micro & VersaWave, Ivoclar Odyssey & Navigator, Sirona SIROLaser, Technology 4 Medicine Fox Diode, ZAP/ Discus Styla Microlaser
Interactive Discussion Forums
Table Clinics & Poster Discussion Sessions
Laser Certification Program - Pre-conference days
Spouse and Guest Events
Exhibit Hall Browsing and Purchasing
Fellowship and Mastership Induction Ceremony
President's Reception and Awards Ceremony
Continuing education credit is available to all eligible participants. The Academy of Laser Dentistry is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider and an AGD Accepted National Sponsor.
Laser Certification Program
The educational objective of the Academy's Laser Certification Program is to provide candidates with an overview of the scientific fundamentals of lasers, the instruments themselves, safety issues and clinical guidelines in accordance with the Curriculum Guidelines and Standards for Dental Laser Education. Four levels of certification are available.
Exhibit Hall
Browse, compare and examine laser devices and other dental equipment and services from various high-tech manufacturers located in one convenient setting. Make your purchasing decisions while at ALD 2010.