Photobiomodulation in Dentistry (PBM)

Speciality Dentistry - General/other

Organizer Mohammad Abdulreda Dashti

CME/CPD Provider Kuwait Dental Association

Scheduled date(s):

From 07 December 2023 To 08 December 2023

Aims And Objectives

1. Outline the biologic laser-tissue interactions of different laser wavelengths. 2. Understand fundamentals and mechanism s of action of PBM 3. Discover the indications for lasers and light-based technology with PBM. 4. Explain the safe applications of PBM various devices and wavelengths. 5. Understand the applications of PBMT to achieve the ideal clinical goals. 6. Review the advantages and limitations of different devices and laser wavelengths in PBMT. 7. Describe the use of PBMT in the treatment of periodontal disease. 8. Review the effect PDT and PAD on periodontal pathogenic bacteria. 9. Explain the current clinical applications in wound healing and pain management. 10. Review the clinical applications PBMT in implantology. 11. Address the possible benefits of PBMT in the treatment TMD. 12. Identify the clinical techniques of using PBMT for pain management and faster recovery in trauma cases. 13. Describe the effect of preconditioning concepts in dental procedures. 14. Describe how photobiomodulation may be used to increase healing after oral surgeries and management of pain for better outcomes.

Content Outline

Laser and light-based energy assisted: • Overview of clinical applications • Fundamentals and Mechanisms of Photobiomodulation • What devices to use? • Dose and wavelength considerations • Wound Healing and Soft tissue lesions • Orthodontics and PBMT • TMD and Facial pain management • Antimicrobial concepts with PDT/PAD (Photo Activated Disinfection) • Preconditioning concepts • Neurosensory Recovery and Trauma • Light Based Diagnostics • Periodontal Applications • Implantology Applications • Facial Aesthetics • Snoring and Sleep Disordered Breathing • Mucositis and complex case studies • Medically compromised case management Workshop: Attendees will perform an interactive hands-on clinical demonstration with different devices.. • Different devices • Dose and power settings • Points of applications • Benefits of different hand piece designs • Locate and identify trigger points and acupuncture points. Each participant will gain hands-on experience how to use PBBMT with various devices under mentorship of one of the course instructors.

Target Audience

20-30 General Dentists & All Specialists