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Hard & Soft Tissue Lasers: A Standard Proficiency Certification Course with Dr. Robert Convissar (Hands-On)
March 31, 2023 @ 8:30 am - April 1, 2023 @ 4:30 pm
Presenter: Robert Convissar, DDS
Date Selection: September 30th & October 1st, 2022
Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Location: 1060 Main Street, Suite 201, River Edge, NJ 07661
CE Credits: 14
AGD Code: 130
Subject: Electives Participation
Sponsored by: Diamond Dental Supply
*Boxed lunch included
Spotlight Testimonial:
“Totally outstanding course. Dr. Convissar not only has an expert knowledge of the subject, but he is also a great speaker. I am so glad I signed up for this course. It was, hands down, one of the best ones I have ever taken. I am looking forward to the next class taught by you”
-Dr. Silviu Barzoi, Bristol, CT
Course Description:
Since 1990, the U.S. Food and Drug administration has approved the use of seven different wavelengths for dental use. These different wavelengths create a world of difference in how the lasers operate, and their usefulness in the oral cavity.
The lectures on both days will detail laser use in the following subject matters:
- Surgical and non-surgical periodontal therapy
- Implantology
- Fixed and removable prosthetics
- Oral medicine / oral surgery / oral pathology
- Pediatric and adolescent operative dentistry
- Endodontics Practice management / marketing
HANDS-ON Portion:
The workshops will give each participant a hands-on experience with the various wavelengths by performing surgical procedures on pig jaws. Real time videos of routine laser procedures will be part of the in-depth discussion of specific instrument settings and techniques for laser surgical procedures.
About the Certification
Candidates who successfully complete the course will receive a Continuing Education Certificate from both NJHPDI and Dr. Robert Convissar in Dental Lasers recognized by the American Board of Laser Surgery (ABLS), the world’s only laser medical specialty board. This course is the first and only US-based training course that offers a Certificate of Dental Laser Proficiency under the ABLS banner.
Participants will then be prepared to take the written exam, conveniently from your home or office directly through the ABLS’s website. This optional test is only for those that wish to complete the exam for certification.
Results
At the conclusion of the course, the participant will be familiar with the various wavelengths used, their effects on oral tissues, and their uses for specific oral diseases and pathologies found in everyday practice. They will be able to incorporate this knowledge into their practices first thing Monday morning.
About the Speaker
Robert Convissar, DDS
Dr. Convissar is a pioneer in the field of laser dentistry. He has over 30 years of experience with CO2, Nd.YAG, Erbium and Diode wavelengths. The author of 16 papers and 6 textbooks on laser dentistry, he has presented over 300 seminars on 5 continents from London to Florence to Dubai to Tokyo to Sydney and everywhere in between.
He practices cosmetic, restorative, and laser dentistry in New York City. His latest textbook, Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry has been the # 1 selling laser dentistry textbook in the world for 9 years.
Testimonials
“Dr. Convissar is just amazing, he is just like a walking encyclopedia”
-Dr. Yuliya Khodak, Nutley, NJ
“Dr. Convissar is the best. He knows what he is delivering to participants. Great speaker and amazing course outline.”
-Dr. Jignesh Rudani, Allentown, PA
“Excellent content, entertaining. Wish I had taken it a long time ago”
-Dr. Brad Wiltbank, McLean, VA
“Dr. Convissar is a great speaker. He kept it interesting and during the hands-on portion was patient with everyone. NJHPDI staff was very friendly and accommodating.”
-Ms. Rebecca Berghuis, Succasunna, NJ
“Very worthwhile. NJHPDI is an excellent venue (lunch was surprisingly good). Dr. Convissar is an excellent, knowledgeable, topical presenter”
-Dr. Alfred Josephson, West Caldwell, NJ
“I am much less intimidated about using lasers in general dentistry. The course took the mystery out.”
-Dr. Christine DelDuca, Berkely Heights, NJ
“Dr. Convissar is very knowledgeable in the laser field and is an unbiased instructor”
Dr. Christine DelDuca, Berkely Heights, NJ
Tuition
$875
*limited class size
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