NS-9 Understanding Laser-assisted Endodontics - Rethinking the Endodontic Experience
CE Hours: 1.5
Description: Laser-assisted endodontics is emerging as one of the more important technologies in the management of endodontic disease. Much confusion exists as to which lasers are the most efficacious and conflicting ideas have emerged on how to apply the laser energy within root canal systems. This lecture will review the mechanism of action of lasers within confined root canal systems as well as fluid dynamics within open and closed systems and the consequences of imparting a high velocity to irrigating solutions. An evidence based, laser-assisted treatment protocol will be presented that maximizes deep dentinal cleaning and disinfection, while maintaining foraminal patency, facilitating canal shaping and promoting drainage and decompression of periapical tissues. By re-thinking treatment concepts and putting to rest many of the dogmas that have governed endodontics for generations, the introduction of this innovative treatment paradigm will enhance success while significantly reducing stress and improving productivity for the endodontist.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe how lasers work and the role of lasers in Radial Apical Cleansing – a new protocol for the management of root canal systems
- Articulate that laser-assisted endodontics is not just about disinfection but also plays a critical role in the management of other treatment challenges
- Define concepts such as working length, apical gauging, scouting for anatomy, apical foraminal cleansing, working width, patency and recapitulation
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Justin R. Kolnick, B.D.S.
Dr. Kolnick received his dental degree, cum laude, from the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa, where he was the first dental school graduate to ever be awarded the University Scholarship for Overseas Postgraduate Study. He received his postdoctoral endodontic training from Columbia University in the City of New York. Dr. Kolnick has been committed to endodontic education, first as an Associate Clinical Professor in Endodontics at Columbia University and then as an Attending at Westchester Medical Center and an Associate Clinical Professor in Endodontics at New York Medical College. Although he no longer holds these positions, he continues to lecture extensively on local, national and international levels and has published several articles on endodontics. Dr. Kolnick is dedicated to fostering excellence in endodontics through education and the incorporation of the latest technology. For the past 15 years, his experience and expertise in lasers has made a significant contribution to the development of a comprehensive, laser-assisted treatment concept in endodontics. Dr. Kolnick is in full-time private practice limited to endodontics in Westchester County, New York.
Speaker Disclosure
In accordance with this policy, I declare I have a past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith, as indicated: Biolase, Inc (Individual(s) Involved: Self): Clinical Mentor, Consultant, Other Financial or Material Support; Edge Endo (Individual(s) Involved: Self): Clinical Mentor, Consultant, Other Financial or Material Support
