"Leading with Light"
Available now: The NEW 3rd Edition of Dr. Robert Convissar's Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry. (See a short video on The Peel Technique®)
Physician Certification in Fundamental Laser Science, Bio-Tissue Interaction, Laser Safety and several important and relevant Dental Laser Procedures
Use of lasers in dentistry is growing rapidly. The ABLS study materials and certifying exams meet the needs of newer laser specialties. The certification is unique and includes periodontics, prosthetics, implants, oral surgery, restorative dentistry, pediatric dentistry and endodontics.
The certification is earned in three steps:
(Please see the Certifications page for details on each step and the applicable fees).
Full Spectrum Seminars is the only US-based dental laser training organization to offer a Certificate of Dental Laser Proficiency in conjunction with the ABLS. This certificate exceeds the Curriculum Guidelines and Standards for Dental Laser Education adopted by the Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD). FSS has taken those guidelines one step further by emphasizing more laser safety, more laser-tissue interaction, and a discussion of virtually every procedure that can be performed with a dental laser.
Candidates who successfully complete a 2-day FSS course, as well as the Course Proficiency Examination, will be awarded a Certificate of Dental Laser Proficiency that is recognized by the ABLS. The Course Exam is highly recommended, costs just $100, and can be taken conveniently online within 30 days of attending the 2-day course.
The proficiency certificate is also a first step towards achieving full ABLS Diplomate status. The ABLS offers a significantly discounted fee for course attendees. Information is available from the Board at lasers1060@gmail.com.
Full Spectrum Seminars assists doctors using dental lasers with the successful use and integration of these into their clinical practice, whether new or existing machines. Lasers have an important role in general dentistry, and FSS provides an independent source of didactic and hands-on training.
Dr. Robert A. Convissar is the founder of FSS and a pioneer in laser dentistry. He has written numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed papers. He has authored and edited the number one selling book worldwide on laser dentistry: Principles and Practices in Laser Dentistry. Dr. Convissar has over two decades of experience with CO2, Nd:YAG, Diode, and Erbium wavelengths. He has presented over 300 seminars on five continents. Below is a brief video about why training courses are essential for dental laser practitioners.
Laser dentistry training is, for the most part, lacking. No laser manufacturer requires training before purchasing a device, and they often believe a webinar or DVD will suffice. Nothing could be further from the truth.
To deliver the best possible care and get the greatest return on their investment, dentists must be thoroughly trained in all aspects of laser dentistry. Laser procedures, and the physics / tissue interaction behind these devices, must be part of any dental laser course curriculum.
FSS seminars are comprehensive, live, and hands-on and completely train all participants in laser dentistry. The curriculum includes:
For a complete list of seminars, please visit: www.fullspectrumseminars.com and click on Seminar Registration.
Please visit Full Spectrum Seminars at www.fullspectrumseminars.com. Email The ABLS at lasers1060@gmail.com for more information about Diplomate Certification for Laser Dentistry.
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For candidates for ABLS Diplomate status, the Board provides complete study materials that consist of (1) its proprietary Study Guide on Fundamental Laser Science, Light-Tissue Interaction, Ethics and Laser Safety, and (2) the best-selling book Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry by Robert A. Convissar, DDS (3rd ed., Elsevier).** These study materials provide a complete preparation for the ABLS Written Examinations.
Please contact the Board for further information at lasers1060@gamil.com.
**Please note that these materials have been selected by the Board as part of its educational preparation for the Written Examinations. The publisher and authors do not have a specific endorsement arrangement with the Board.
For additional details and contents of the book, please visit: shop.elsevier.com.
Dr. Joharia Azhar Saadat: About the ABLS Written Exams
"I found the exam to be extremely helpful in enhancing my knowledge. Despite having a fellowship in laser dentistry, there were many things that were unclear in my mind. The exam was a practical demonstration of the phrase 'assessment drives learning', if I ever saw one. I congratulate you all for establishing and maintaining this standard. I am so glad to have been given a chance to join the ranks of such learned people in the field of laser dentistry."
Dr. Joharia Azhar, BDS, MSC (London), MPhill (NUST), Fellowship in Laser Dentistry (Germany), FICD (USA), MHPE.
Associate Professor and Consultant Oral Pathologist, Division of Oral Pathology and Oral Diagnosis, Vice Chair PBL Unit, PNU.
Deputy Reagent Section XX Region 24, ICD.
International tutor and director fellowship in laser dentistry (Pakistan)
AALZ, Aachen University, Germany.
Councilor from Pakistan ASOMP (Asian society of Oral and Maxilofacial Pathology)
Vice Chairperson Healthnet, CEO Pathodont, Founding President Pakistan Association of Women Dentists, PAWD, President Federal council, Pakistan Society of Oral and Maxilofacial Pathology, PSOMP
February 21, 2018
