Lynn Atkinson, RDH: Biolase: Consulting fees or other remuneration (Ongoing), Speaker/Honoraria (includes speakers bureau, symposia, and expert witness) (Ongoing); EMS: Consulting fees or other remuneration (Ongoing), Speaker/Honoraria (includes speakers bureau, symposia, and expert witness) (Ongoing); Ultradent: Speaker/Honoraria (includes speakers bureau, symposia, and expert witness) (Ongoing)
Patients are never happy to learn that they have a problem with an implant! This course will examine the etiologies and pathophysiologies of "ailing" implants. Informed consent is critical when dealing with realistic patient and practitioner expectations.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the importance of communication of realistic goals for laser "rescue"
Explore different treatment modality, including lasers
Learn to recognize different implant problems and their etiology
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