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First of all, I would like to wish all our friends and DGL members a happy, healthy and successful 2014! I am sure many of you already have fixed dates and venues on their schedules, which are hopefully both obligatory and relaxing. I assume that you, being an active reader of laser international magazine of laser dentistry, are not only interested in new technologies and application concepts, but you also wish to participate in direct discussions with speakers and users at our WFLD (World Federation for Laser Dentistry) Congress on 2–4 July in Paris...
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The use of lasers in periodontal treatment has been well documented over the past ten years. Lasers can be used for initial periodontal therapy and surgical procedures. When used in deep periodontal pockets with associated bone defects, not only does laser remove the diseased granulation tissue and associated bacteria, but it also promotes osteoclast and osteoblast activity, often resulting in bone regrowth. This usage becomes more complicated because the periodontium consists of both hard and soft tissues. The many lasers available, such as CO2, Nd:YAG and diode lasers, can be used in periodontics because of their excellent ablation and haemostatic characteristics...
Mucoceles are defined as mucus-filled cavities that can appear in the oral cavity, paranasal sinuses or lacrimal sac. They are characterised by the accumulation of liquid or mucoidmaterial, giving rise to a rounded, well circumscribed transparent and bluish-colored lesion of variable size.1,3,5,7 The consistency is tipically soft and fluctuant in response to palpation. Mucoceles are painless and tend to relapse. Etiologically, most mucoceles are considered to be secondary to traumatic or obstructive disorders of the mainly minor salivary glands—the preferential location being the humid mucosa of the lower lip...
Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is a common condition, restricted to the mouth, and typically starts in childhood or adolescence as recurrent small, round or ovoid ulcers with circumscribed margins, erythematous haloes, and yellow or gray floors. RAS has three clinical types: minor, major and herpetiform ulcers. Ulcers with similar clinical features (aphthous-like ulcers) may be associated with systemic conditions such as Behçet syndrome, auto-inflammatory syndromes, gastrointestinal disease or immune defects such as HIV/AIDS.The etiology of recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is not entirely clear. A genetic basis exists for some RAS...
In the May 2013 edition of Photomedicine and Laser Surgery, the editorial written by Prof. Tina Karu is titled “Is it time to consider photobiomodulation as a drug equivalent?” Well, is it? Let us have a look and see what the literature has to say about two very popular drugs: ...
In 1954, Buonocore1 initiated a real revolution in dentistry by proposing the possibility of obtaining stronger adhesion between composite resin and enamel through an etching process using orthophosphoric acid. The practical application of his theory completely changed the rules of conservative dentistry, shifting from the concept of “extension for prevention”2 to that of “minimally invasive dentistry”3 and, subsequently it was applied, with several advantages, also in orthodontics4 and pediatric dentistry.5 Although such adhesive systems are largely employed in dentistry today, there are still some unsolved problems...
Taking care of a pediatric patient’s oral health is a challenging task, but one that can be exceptionally rewarding. Providing a positive experience to children enables them to have a trusting, long-term relationship with a dental professional. Combining skill, knowledge and cutting-edge diagnostic and operative technologies help to guide children toward a lifetime of good oral health...
During the last two issues we have discussed the importance of marketing in our clinics starting with the first element of marketing mix-service. Let’s move on now to the second P of the marketing mix-Price! ...
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The International Society of Metal Free Implantology (ISMI) was established in January 2014 in Constance (Germany). Founding president of the new society is Dr Karl Ulrich Volz from Constance, a resident implantologist and pioneer in the field of ceramic implants. Members of the founding group are renowned dental implantologists from Germany and abroad...
If there’s one thing currently generating excitement in terms of production methods, it’s 3-D printers. At all the trade fairs, 3-D printers are the big attraction in the industry. Does this signal a departure from a form-based way of thinking in favor of the geometrical freedom of components produced using additive methods? Interested parties are already finding out whether it’s possible to print Lego blocks, or - more ambitiously - food items. With so much creativity out there, we wanted to explore what can be accomplished realistically using laser melting with metals in an industrial context. We spoke with Dr Florian Bechmann, Head of Development at Concept Laser, about the current state of technology, trends and options for the near future...
Pr. Carlo Fornaini is teacher at the University of Parma(Italy) and Researcher at the university of Nice (France). He is also Coordinator of EMDOLA Master in these two Universities. He published more than 100 papers , mainly on the use of laser in dentistry. He is President-elect of the World Federation for Laser Dentistry (WFLD). An interview with Dr Carlo Fornaini, president-elect of the World Federation for Laser Dentistry
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