ALD Laser Education
ALD Learning offers formats to meet your individual needs. There are live webinars, self-paced courses, a library of video resources and face-to-face opportunities (after COVID-19). All levels of laser users will find the course appropriate for their level of knowledge. From introductory courses, clinical, and research presentations for both simple and advanced applications. You'll find a wealth of information on a variety of applications within dentistry where lasers are used as an adjunctive tool for patient care.
On-demand Learning
Earn CE On Your Schedule- 2022 ALD Annual Conference On-Demand
(earn up to 22 CEUs) - ALD-AAID Symposium Targeting: Peri-Implantitis
(Earn up to 9 CEUs) - ALD Fall Pediatric Health Symposium On-Demand
(Earn up to 12 CEUs) - 2021 ALD Annual Conference On-Demand
(Earn up to 30 CEUs) - ALD Winter Pediatric Symposium
(Earn up to 17.5 CEUs) - ALD Photobiomodulation Symposium
(Earn up to 8 CEUs)
Introduction to Lasers Basic Online Video
This video provides a basic introduction to understanding the general concepts of dental lasers and how to safely use lasers. The learner will have an understanding of laser physics and the uses of lasers in dentistry. This course serves as a pre-requisite to ALD's Standard Level Certification program. Expected learner outcomes include a broad overview of the clinical aspects of lasers in dentistry. The presentation covers most wavelengths used in general dentistry, periodontics, aesthetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, pediatric dentistry, implantology, endodontics, and oral surgery. There is no exam and CE is not earned. Completing this course counts towards ALD's Standard Level Certification requirements.
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Foundations in Laser Dentistry
Foundations in Laser Dentistry is a self-paced, digital learning program. This is a foundation course which dental practitioners need to fully understand laser use and get the most out of their dental laser experiences. It includes a comprehensive overview and basic understanding of laser devices, laser tissue interactions, emission modes and safety and operation of dental lasers. Foundations in Laser Dentistry is the first step in learning about dental lasers. It includes 5 chapters, each with a Q & A assessment following each chapter.
- Chapter 1 - Fundamentals of Light
- Chapter 2 - Production of Light
- Chapter 3 - Laser Tissue and Laser Material Interactions
- Chapter 4 - Clinical Applications in Laser Dentistry
- Chapter 5 - Laser Safety in Dentistry
Successful completion of this course will result in the award of 6 Continuing Education Credits.
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The original release date was: September 2017
Most recently reviewed January 2024.
Expiration date or new review date is December 2026
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