The Official Newsletter for the Academy of Laser Dentistry March 2010 • Spring Edition

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Dentistry: Where We Are Headed in the New Decade?

Keynote Speaker: Ronald L. Tankersley, D.D.S., ADA President

The Academy of Laser Dentistry welcomes Dr. Ron Tankersley, President of the ADA to address the General Session on Thursday, April 15, 2010 in Miami. Dr. Tankersley will share his perspective on Dentistry in the Next Decade. As a practicing oral and maxillofacial surgeon in Newport News, Williamsburg and Hampton, Virginia, and ADA president, Dr. Tankersley is a leading advocate for oral health.

“We are so pleased to have Dr. Tankersley address our general session”, said Dr. Scott Benjamin, ALD’s General and Scientific Sessions Committee Chair for the 17th Annual Conference. “Dr. Tankersley’s address will undoubtedly embrace the theme of our meeting and add a prominent message about the challenges we all face together to be exceptional dentists for our patients. This timely message is of extreme importance to all health care professionals.”

To further enhance the Academy’s mission of improving the health and well being of patients through the proper use of laser technology, ALD continues to foster dialogue and build community among its members and dental organizations, educational institutions, researchers, industry representatives and others. ALD actively collaborates with the ADA, AGD, AACD, AAID, Laser Institute of America, ADHA, and many other dental organizations and state boards in providing a balanced educational experience for dental practitioners.

The Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) founded in 1993 is an international organization of clinicians, academicians, researchers and industry partners devoted to clinical education, research, and the development of standards and guidelines for the safe and effective use of dental laser technology.

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The Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) isan international organization devoted to laserdentistryand includesclinicians,academiciansand researchers in all laser wavelengths. TheAcademy is devoted to clinical education,research,andthedevelopmentofstandardsandguidelinesforthesafeandeffectiveuseofdentallaser technology. ALD was founded in 1993,with the merging of the International AcademyofLaserDentistry,theNorthAmericanAcademyofLaserDentistryandtheAmericanAcademyofLaserDentistry.

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This year’s Conference theme is Dentistry: Changing with the Speed of Light. Set in the beautiful Marriott Doral Golf and Spa Resort, the 2010 ALD Conference, April 14th-17th, promises to be a unique experience to gather, learn, and enjoy all the programs and activities planned for you. The Conference website contains information on every facet of your stay, http://www.laserdentistry.org/ald2010Miami/

Arrival and sign-in begins on April 13th, with pre-conference certification and proficiency courses, and a chance to welcome and get to know new members at an evening gathering. April 14th is the opening day, with daily presentations by key influencers in the world of laser dentistry. You will have a chance to discuss the latest products with over 25 exhibitors, who will also be in attendance. Breakout sessions and learning forums during the conference are sure to provide unlimited possibilities and opportunities to enlighten and enhance your knowledge, and greatly contribute to the success of your practice. This year will feature unparalleled speakers and topics, such as:

Dentistry: Where We Are Headed in the New Decade 2010ADAPresident,RonaldL.Tankersley,D.D.S.

How Do I Choose My First or Next Laser??DonaldColuzzi,D.D.S.

High Power, High Fluence, High Success, or Hype? MichaelSwick,D.M.D.

Laser Assisted Apical Surgery ProceduresJohnGraeber,D.D.S.

How to Implement & Accept Changes in Our PracticesLarryJohnson(Authorof“AbsoluteHonesty”)

Look at the program http://www.laserdentistry.org/ald2010miami/program.cfm — it’s going to be an informative, interesting and exciting opportunity to learn and advance. That’s the business end of the experience!

And for fun and relaxation? Browse the list

of optional activities on the conference website. http://www.lase rden t i s t ry .o rg /ald2010miami/tours.cfm. If you are a golfer, there are planned activities at the resort’s legendary courses. If you prefer to shop till you drop, there’s an excursion available for you. And your visit wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Miami’s famous South Beach, the celebrated hotspot, to enjoy the local flavor and fun at night. Your accommodations and surroundings at the Marriott Doral Golf and Spa are renowned in the world of sports and celebrity, and there will be plenty of time for relaxation in the resort’s restaurants, lounges, the spa and poolside. Of course, Miami will provide its perfect weather – April is the nicest month of the year (shhh, it’s a well-kept secret of the locals!) The average temperatures range from a perfect 82 degrees in the day to a comfortable 68 degrees at night, so you can pack lightly for your casual activities!

Have you signed up yet? If not, online registration is easy and fast. Click to view the information and application http://www.laserdentistry.org/ald2010miami/fees.cfm. Once you have completed the registration, take some time to click on all of the menu choices to see everything that will be available to you during ALD 2010 April 14th-17th http://www.laserdentistry.org/ald2010Miami/.

See you in Miami!

2010 ADA President, Ronald L. Tankersley, D.D.S. Donald Coluzzi, D.D.S. Michael Swick, D.D.S. John Graeber, D.D.S. Larry Johnson

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Join Us April 14 - 17, 2010

Don’t miss out in 2010Register Today for Miami!www.laserdentistry.org

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conference details(954) 346-3776 • toll Free 877-LAsERs6 (527-3776)

The Academy of Laser Dentistry invites University Faculty to attend ALD 2010 at a discount for FIRST TIME

ATTENDING FACULTY from University Dental Schools

ALD 2010 Dentistry:

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FACULTYChanging with the Speed of Light

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•Acigi Relaxation/Fuyiiryoki—offeringtherapeuticmassagechairs, www.fujichair.com

•Biolase technology—developersofadvancedmedicalanddentallaserproducts,www.biolase.com

•Cetylite industries—manufacturersofliquids,gels,ointmentsandahostofcomplimentaryproducts,www.cetylite.com

•Claremont Medical Products—partoftheBallinaCapitalgroup,knownfortheYaplaser

•Discus Dental—dealerofpremiumwhitening,hygiene,restorativeandavarietydentalsuppliesandequipment,www.discusdental.com

• global surgical Corporation —manufacturerofsurgicalmicroscopesfordentistry,www.globalsurgical.com

•henry schein Dental—afullservicedentaldealerofsuppliesandequipment,www.henryschein.com

• innovative Optics Laser Eyewear—manufactureroflaserprotective glassesspecializinginthedentalmarket,www.innovativeoptics.com•Ivoclar vivadent—aleadinginternationalmanufacturerofhighqualitydental

preventative,restorativeandprostheticmaterials,www.innovativeoptics.com•Kavo Dental—theleaderinreliableandinnovativedentalequipmentand

instrumentation,www.kavousa.com•Lares Research—arecognizedleaderintheadvancementofminimally

invasivelaserdentistry,www.laresdental.com•Laser Light Canada—knownforitsofferingoflowlevellasers,

www.laserlightcanada.com• LuxarCare —serviceandsupportproviderforLX-20SeriesdentalLuxar

CO2surgicallasers

•OraPharma, inc.—www.orapharma.com•Orascoptic—offeringsuperiorvisualization

throughinnovative,lightweightoptics,www.orascopic.com/laser

•Photonics Media—LaurinPublishingCompany’sinternationalsuiteofmedia,www.photonics.com

•Professional Arts Pharmacy—specializingintheage-oldartandscienceofpharmaceuticalcompounding, www.professionalarts.com

•Qlasers, inc.—adistributoroftheQLasersystem,www.qlasersolutions.com

•RgP Dental—manufactureroftheSwedishSeatingSystem,www.rgpdental.com

•sirona Dental systems—aleadinginnovatorofcompletelineofimagingproductsandtechnology,www.sirona.com

•surgitel/general scientific—dedicatedtoofferingmagnification,fiberoptic,andcuringlightsystemswithafocusonergonomics,vision,andcomfort,www.surgitel.com

•technology 4 Medicine—offeringabroadrangeofadvancedtechnologyandlaser-basedproducts,www.t4med.com

•UsA Laser Biotech—designerandmanufacturerofsuperpulsedsurgicalandbiostimulationlasers,www.DentalHILT.com

•Yodle Dental Marketing—aleaderinlocalonlineadvertising,connectingbusinesswithconsumer,www.yodledentalmarketing.com

The 2010 ALD Conference in Miami will welcome over 20 leaders in the laser dentistry industry. The company exhibits will be set up and representatives will be available during each day of the conference. Stop by their booths to see and discuss the vast array of products available to you and your practice. Take advantage of the opportunity to discuss and learn as the exhibitors contribute to lectures, certification exercises, and user groups. This year’s exhibitors will include:

Need more info on ALD 2010? Click and get all the latest information! http://www.laserdentistry.org/ald2010miami/index.cfm

Exhibitors

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Golf at the Doral / The Blue Monster

Sunday, April 18Tee Time: 7:30 AMCourse Fees: $288

* includes forecaddies which are mandatory on the Blue Monster

The Blue Monster has been Home of the World Golf Championships and a PGA Tour site for 45 years. Every great name in golf has had a moment of personal triumph on The Blue Monster. It features long fairways, undulating greens, deep Bermuda roughs, and a unique assortment of water hazards. Seek your moment of triumph and play with ALD!

Originally designed by noted architect Dick Wilson, over the past 20 years the Blue Monster has been modified and updated to meet the demands of the PGA Tour by two-time Doral Champion and hall-of-famer Raymond Floyd and world renowned golf instructor, Jim McLean. Most recently the greens and bunkers were modernized under the watchful eye of the PGA Tour for the WGC-CA Championship whose inaugural event was played in 2007. * Course Yardage: 6701 * Slope / Rating: 72.2 / 125

Golf at the Doral / The Great White Course

Jim McLean Signature CourseWednesday, April 14Tee Time: 7:30 AMCourse Fee: $190

The legendary Great White Course is enjoyable for the high handicap player while maintaining the integrity of the course for the accomplished player. A Greg Norman Signature Course, the 7,171-yard, par-72 Great White Course is the only golf course of its kind in the Southeast US that utilizes coquina -- crushed shells -- as the primary design element on every hole. In designing the Great White, Norman blended strategically demanding fairways with hundreds of palm trees. He then planned the course in a manner where water comes into play on 14 of the 18 holes, which makes for a challenging, but picturesque Great White Golf Course. * Course Yardage: 7,127 * Slope / Rating: NA

Homes of the Stars Cruise / South Beach Shopping & Lunch

Thursday, April 159:00am - 3:00 PM$98 per person

Homes of the Stars Cruise. Enjoy a 90-minute cruise tour aboard the Island Queen. The good life in South Florida is nowhere better displayed than along Biscayne Bay and the various

Islands. Hear stories and glimpses into the historical past and present of Miami homes of the rich and famous.

This cruise allows guests to peek into the backyards of many celebrities such as Rosie O’Donnell, Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan and Barry Gibb. View the waterfront mansions of Julio Iglesias, the Parker Pen estate and Sony Records new estate. See the honeymoon cottage of Liz Taylor and Eddie Fisher and the home used in the film “The Specialist” that starred Sharon Stone and Sylvester Stallone. On Palm Island guests will see one of Al Capone’s old mansions.

After the Cruise you will be shuttled to the Famous ‘South Beach’ for an afternoon of lunch and shopping. Visit many of the quaint cafés and shops along South Beach’s well-known Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive. A ‘Must See’ for all visitors.

Poolside Parties

Thursday, April 153:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Saturday, April 173:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Swim, Eat, Drink, Relax, Schmooze, and have fun with organized games and prizes.

South Beach ShuttleSouth Beach

Friday, April 166:30 PM - 11:00 PM$12.00 / person

ALD will provide motor coach service with a varying departure and return schedule on Friday night. You can leave the driving to us and explore South Beach nightlife, enjoy dinner at any of the many restaurants and people-watch to your hearts content. South Beach in Miami offers interesting nightlife worth experiencing!

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Laser Certification Program 2010Professional Development and Mentors byDr.FrankYung

Introductory to Lasers CourseTuesday, April 13, 2010: 12 Noon - 9:00pm

Course DescriptionALD’s professional and unbiased approach to lasers in dentistry offers

a unique opportunity to LEARN, SEE AND TOUCH almost every laser system available today. This hands-on opportunity is brought to you by academicians and clinicians engaged in dental laser research, education and clinical practice. Imagine the widest spectrum of laser devices under one roof in an educational setting! Gain basic understanding of laser technology, dental laser wavelengths, devices and the safe and effective use for patient care. Recognize the wavelength and device most suitable to your practice.

Candidates in the Introduction to Lasers Hands-on course will: • Participate in 7-hours of educational instruction. • Participate in hands-on clinical use of many different laser devices. • Learn laser physics, the fundamentals of lasers, laser safety, and

infection control. • Learn laser types, delivery systems, operating parameters and

power settings. • Review scientific studies of both hard and soft tissue laser applications. • Review treatment applications.

Standard ProficiencyTuesday, April 13, 2010: 12 Noon - 9:00pm Wednesday, April 14, 2010: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Course DescriptionCertification Program in accordance with the Curriculum Guidelines

and Standards for Dental Laser Education. A two-day course, hands-on and examination program fulfills ALD’s requirements based on the Curriculum Guidelines and Standards for Dental Laser Education.

Upon registration students receive study manuals to prepare for this level of certification. The two day course will review in detail the areas covered in the instruction material. Interactive and hands-on sessions are integral to this program. This level of education includes laser proficiency and laboratory knowledge.

Standard Level two day hands-on course includes: • Course • Examination - ONLINE

As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the invention of the ruby laser by the late Professor Maiman, the use of lasers has been spreading quite readily within the disciplines of medicine and dentistry. Traditional surgical techniques have been replaced by the use of lasers as the new gold standards, and lasers

are set to define more possibilities. With proper training, laser technology enables efficient, dependable and predictable treatment outcome, but unfortunately enormous treatment opportunities can go unused or underused simply because we can be misled by those who may have limited perspective regarding treatment potentials of laser-tissue interactions. The capacity to provide an independent and unbiased assessment of knowledge and surgical skills illustrates how ALD can provide long-term professional development goals and priorities for its members. The Standard & Advanced Proficiency Certification structure is a powerful strategy for involving experienced mentors in high quality professional development that leads to improvements in our understanding and clinical applications of lasers: What we know, how we know it, and what we need to know.

I am thankful for the 10th Anniversary of my mentors’ influence on the quality of my patient care and proud of my subsequent ALD certifications. I am sure you will be too.

With kind regards,

Frank Y.W. Yung, DDSChair, Certification Committee

Dr. Don Coluzzi demonstrates laser technique on the Elmo for all to see

Dr John Graeber teaches with the Ivoclar diode laser.

Dr. Charles Hoopingarner demonstsrates the GPT CO2 device

Dr. Glenn van As, Dr.

Frank Yung, Dr. Craig

Gimbel and Dr. Mitch

Lomke vounteer

their time.

Mary Lynn Smith, RDH teaches certification attendees

2009 attendees simulate laser use

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Standard Proficiency Certification Course

Tuesday, April 13, 2010 – 12:Noon – 9:00 pmRegistration Sign-in 10:00 am - 12 noon

Lecture 12:Noon - 5:00 pmDinner 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Hands-On 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmWednesday, April 14, 2010 – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Basic understanding of Lasers in Dentistry

1. Successful completion of a recognized introduction to lasers course is a mandatory prerequisite for Standard Proficiency Certification. The required hours needed to satisfy this prerequisite are equal to or greater than 2.5 credit hours. The introductory material should be approved at the discretion of the Academy.

2. The candidate must own or have access to a dental laser.

3. Basic understanding of Lasers in Dentistry.

Dentists in all disciplines, hygienists, and other related staff or industry representatives who would serve as a laser safety officer.

Candidates must successfully demonstrate an understanding of all wavelengths via a written online examination and clinical proficiency of the wavelengths chosen.

12 ADA CERP / AGD Credits

Dr. Donald Coluzzi, Dr. Steven Parker, Dr. David Roshkind, Dr. Frank Yung

When

Advanced ProficiencyWednesday, April 14, 2010: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Program Description:Advanced Proficiency certification represents a higher level of

recognition for knowledge and application of lasers used in the clinical environment. Candidates for advanced level recognition must demonstrate advanced level of clinical competency in safety and clinical use.There are three components at this level: • Online Review & Written Examination. A 175 multiple choice

online exam covers all areas of lasers in dentistry. Applicants must have achieved Standard Proficiency at least 1-year prior to beginning the Advanced Proficiency program. Candidates must pass the online review and examination by February 1 to be eligible to take the 2010 Clinical Simulation examination.

• Clinical Simulation Examination. This exam is available at the An-

nual Conference. The candidate must pass the ONLINE Review and

Participation Pre-requisite

Participation Pre-requisite

Who can apply/attend

Certificate of Standard Proficiency Recognition

CE Credits

Faculty

Examination by the published deadline prior to the Annual Confer-ence. The exam will test the candidate’s knowledge of a chosen laser(s), within an environment that replicates a given clinical setting.

• Clinical Case Presentations and Examination. Candidates must

wait 1-year after successful completion of the written and clinical simulation examination to apply for this final portion of Advanced Proficiency. Candidates will prepare 5 clinical case studies and be prepared to present a minimum of two. Laser Safety Officers are not required to participate in this portion.

Upon registering for the Advanced Proficiency program, candidate will download extensive preparation instructions including a suggested time table and be assigned a mentor who has Advanced Proficiency and who will be available to the candidate for the 2 years it requires to complete the Advanced Proficiency process.

After passing all three parts, members will receive a Certificate of successful completion and will be eligible to apply for the ALD Mastership Program.

The One-on-One Learning ExperienceThe Certification Committee provides a mentor program and study

guides to help candidates prepare for success.

Online Review & Written ExaminationRecognizing busy lives and to better serve the needs of experienced

members, ALD’s Virtual Campus brings learning and proficiency examination directly to eligible members.

Advanced Proficiency Certification Program

Review & . . . . . . . . . .Online Exam

July 1 - February 1

Wednesday, April 14, 20109:00 am – 5:00 pm

Clinical Simulation Exams & Case Study Exams

Members of the Academy of Laser Dentistry

Advanced Review and Exam: To begin the process, eligibility requires that you have held your Standard Proficiency for a period of one year prior to applying for Part 1 of Advanced Proficiency Review & Online Exam.Advanced Clinical Simulation: The candidate must pass the ONLINE Review and Examination by the published deadline prior to the Annual Conference.Advanced Clinical Case Studies: Candidates must wait 1-year after successful completion of the written and clinical simulation examination to apply for this final portion of Advanced Proficiency.

Clinical Simulation Exam & Clinical Case Study Presentations

Who can apply/attend

Pre-requisites

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ALD’s Awards Committee is pleased to announce the 2010 ALD Award Recipients. Each recipient will be honored during the 17th ALD Conference, April 14-17, 2010, at the Marriott Doral Golf Resort and Spa in Miami, FL. The members of the Awards Committee are Dr. Ana Triliouris, Dr. Peter Rechmann, Dr. Alan Goldstein and Executive Director Gail Siminovsky CAE.

The Leon Goldman Award is presented for clinical excellence. Dr. Goldman was the first physician to report on laser exposure to a vital human tooth. The 2010 recipient is Dr. Shigeyuki Nagai.

The Distinguished Service Award is presented for outstanding commitment and contribution to the Academy. The 2010 recipient is Dr. Stephen Parker.

Dr. Shieyuki NagaiDr. Shigeyuki Nagai received his DDS

from the Osaka Dental University, Japan in 1987 and studied at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine as a Clinical Fellow from1989 to 1992 when he practiced at the Massachusetts Veterans Administration Medical Center in 1990 and the Mass. General Hospital in 1991. Dr. Nagai’s clinical achievements in excellence include Advanced Proficiency and Educator Status in Nd:YAG, Diode and Er:YAG. He currently serves on the ALD Certification Committee and

International Relations Committee, and is the founder of the Japan Society for Dental Anti-Aging. Dr. Nagai serves as a board member of the Japanese Society for Laser Dentistry, the Japanese Academy of Color for Dentistry, and Asia and Pacific Division of the World Federation for Laser Dentistry (International Society for Lasers in Dentistry). He is a committee member of the Japan Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and Japan Association of Microscopic Dentistry, a vice president and chief instructor of the Japanese chapter of the Academy of Laser Dentistry, an adviser and chief Instructor of the Japan Erbium Dental Laser Academy. He is also a member of International Society for Oral Laser Applications, Japan Society for Laser Surgery and Medicine, and Academy of Microscope Enhanced Dentistry. Dr. Nagai maintains a full-time practice in Tokyo, Japan, and may be reached by email at NagaiDC@aol.com.

Previous Leon Goldman honorees include: Dr. Kim Kutsch in 1993; Dr. Robert Pick in 1995; Dr. Steven Parker in 1998, Dr. Donald J. Coluzzi and Dr. Robert E. Barr in 1999; Dr. Janet Hatcher Rice in 2000; Ms. Nora M. Raffetto, RDH in 2001; Dr. Duane H. Beers in 2002, Dr. Gabi Kesler in

The Academy of Laser Dentistry Announces 2010 Award RecipientsbyDr.AnaTriliouris

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2004, Dr. Glenn van As in 2006, Dr. Frank Yung and Dr. Giovanni Olivi in 2007, and Dr. Stuart Coleton in 2009.

Dr. Steven ParkerDr. Steven Parker qualified in dental

surgery at University College London in 1974. He maintains a private practice since 1977, in Harrogate, United Kingdom. His interest in lasers was prompted by a chance meeting with Dr. Terry Myers, in London in 1990. Continued association with Dr. Myers and American Dental Technologies, led to Dr. Parker attending and speaking at the inaugural conference of the Academy, in Chicago in 1993. At this meeting, he became a member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry. He returned to the United States in May 1994,

successfully passed his Standard Proficiency, and agreed to be the first Chair of International Relations. Dr. Parker’s uninterrupted length of service to the Academy has spanned over 15 years, and has included attendance at over 50 Academy Board of Directors meetings. He has served as Chair of eight different committees of the Academy between 1995 and 2010, co-editor of the Academy journal between 1999 and 2004 and in 2005 was elected as President - the only individual non-domiciled in the USA and representative of the International outreach of the Academy. In 2005, in Edinburgh Scotland, Dr. Parker hosted the only ALD Board of Directors meeting that has been held outside the USA.

Part of Dr. Parker’s c o m m i t m e n t t o t h e Academy and his position of representation in certification, has led to areas of personal achievement; he has gained Advanced Proficiency in four laser wavelengths, between 1995 and 2007. In addition, he was awarded the Leon Goldman Award for Clinical Excellence in Laser Dentistry in 1998 successfully completed the ALD Educators Course at UCSF in 2000 and was accepted as a Master of the Academy in 2008. From 1999 onwards, Dr. Parker has been an ALD Recognized Course Provider. Dr. Parker may be reached by email at thewholetooth@easynet.co.uk.

Previous Distinguished Service recipients include:

Dr. Stewart Rosenberg in 1993; Dr. Scott Brundrett in 1995; Mr. John Sulewski in 1996; University of California, San Francisco in 1997; Dr. David M. Roshkind in 1998, Dr. Alan J. Goldstein in 1999; Dr. William Siminovsky in 2000; Dr. Stuart Coleton in 2002; Dr. Donald Patthoff in 2003, Dr. Tony Hewlett in 2004; Dr. Joel White in 2005; Dr. Donald Coluzzi in 2006; Dr. Art Levy in 2007, Dr. Lester Burman in 2008, and Dr. Dennis R. Pietrini in 2009.

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Dr. Verica Aleksic is in the PhD program at Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Department of Hard Tissue Engineering, Section of Periodontology. She will present “Low-level Er:YAG Irradiation Enhances Osteoblast Proliferation Through Activation of MAPK/ERK” on Thursday, April 15, during Understanding Photobiomodulation: Low Level Laser Treatment & Photo Therapy, 10:45 am – 12:15 pm - Morning Breakout Session. Dr. Aleksic is mentored by Akira Aoki, DDS, PhD, Associate Professor, Tokyo Medical and Dental University.

IntroductionandAimofthisStudy:Based on the various advantageous effects, the Er:YAG laser has been

recently considered as one of the most promising laser systems for periodontal and peri-implant therapy.

It has been reported in an animal study that increased amount of new bone formation was significantly enhanced following Er:YAG laser irradiation (Mizutani et al. LSM 2006, Takasaki et al. LIMS 2007). One of the potential explanations for significant new bone formation might be related to the effect of low-level Er:YAG laser irradiation (low-level laser therapy, photo-bio-modulation).

In osteogenesis, several in vitro studies using different laser devices have previously demonstrated the positive effects of low-level irradiation in promoting new bone formation by inducing proliferation and differentiation of osteoblasts. Since no studies have reported the effect of low-level Er:YAG irradiation on osteoblasts, the aim of this study is to investigate the potential photo-bio-modulatory effect of the Er:YAG laser on osteoblasts.

Dr. Aleksic may be reached by email verica_aleksic@yahoo.com.

Dr. Adar Ben-Amy, student scholar from Israel completed the post-graduate pediatric residency program at the University of Alabama, Birmingham in 2009. He will present “Efficacy of laser treatment for prevention of oral mucositis in pediatric cancer patients” ” on Thursday, April 15, during Understanding Photobiomodulation: Low Level Laser Treatment & Photo Therapy, 10:45 am – 12:15 pm - Morning Breakout Session. Dr. Ben-Amy is mentored by Noel K. Childers, DDS, MS, PhD, Professor and Chair, University of Alabama Birmingham School

of Dentistry, Department of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Ben-Amy is our first recipient of this special recognition in pediatric dentistry.

IntroductionandAimofthisStudy:Oral mucositis is a morbid and costly side effect of cancer treatment

in pediatric patients. No preventive or therapeutic methods have been validated for this condition. Several studies testing the efficacy of laser for the reduction of incidence, duration and/or severity of cancer therapy induced oral mucositis have been performed. Results of these studies have been encouraging but most authors agree that this subject requires more clinical study. Objectives of our study: 1. To test the hypothesis that laser application during cytotoxic therapy will reduce incidence, severity and duration of oropharyngeal mucositis in pediatric cancer patients. 2. To study the effects of laser exposure on the need for parenteral nutrition analgesics, and duration of hospital stay of children treated for malignancy.

Significance: Prevention of oral mucositis and/or reduction in its signs and symptoms can significantly improve the quality of life of the patients, reduce the hospitalization costs and most importantly, increase the survival rate of these patients.

Dr. Ben-Amy may be reached by email at adar.benamy@gmail.com.

Dr. Cynthia Morford, is a second year resident in the Postgraduate Prosthodontic Program at University of California, San Francisco UCSF. She will present “Er:YAG laser debonding of porcelain veneers” Saturday April 17, 2010 during Contemporary Topics in the Use of Erbium Lasers Procedures 10:30 am – 12:15 pm - Morning Breakout Session. Dr. Morford is mentored by Peter Rechmann, Prof. Dr. med. dent., Professor - Division of Prosthodontics, Director Clinical Sciences Research Group, Department of Preventive and Restorative Dental Sciences, University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry.

IntroductionandAimofthisStudy:Removal of porcelain veneers using Er:YAG lasers have been described

in case reports. The aim of the study was to systematically investigate the use of an Er:YAG laser for veneer removal without destroying the veneer as well as without aggressive destruction or removal of underlying tooth substance.

Dr. Morford may be reached at cynthia.morford@ucsf.edu.

The Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) is proud to announce three recipients for the Dr. Eugene M. Seidner Student Scholarship Recognition for 2010. Each clinician will give an oral presentation as part of the Scientific & General Sessions of the Academy of Laser Dentistry’s 17th Annual Conference, April 14-17, 2010 at the Marriott Doral Resort and Spa in Miami, FL.

Each applicant’s eligibility is demonstrated by academic achievement in the study of lasers in dentistry. The selection is based on an abstract of laser research submitted for presentation. The Scholarship funds cover one year of ALD membership, full conference registration to participate in ALD 2010, Standard Proficiency Certification participation, air transportation, and hotel accommodations at the Doral Resort and Spa.

The following summarizes the three doctors’ work that will be presented in Miami.

ALD Announces 2010 Student Scholarship Award RecipientsbyDr.AnaTriliouris

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Meet your ALD Candidates for Board Service 2010ByDr.StevenBurman,NominationsChairman

Characteristics and Attributes of an Ideal ALD Board Member• Proven Performance Leadership requires knowledge, talent, skill, vitality and the ability

to make a difference. In the association environment, that translates into a solid track record of contributing to the success of programs, events or projects.

• Commitment Serving as an association leader is both an honor and a reward, but

it requires a demonstrated commitment to the organization and its mission and goals.

• Time to Serve Participating fully in association activities requires extra time to

prepare for travel and attend meetings.

• Understanding of Team Work Many people contribute their efforts toward the realization of an

association’s goals and objectives – no one does it alone. Well developed interpersonal and communication skills are essential to effective teamwork.

• Sound Judgment and Integrity In many instances, popularity brings potential leaders into the

limelight of an association. But popularity must be tempered with good judgment and integrity. Decisions may need to be made that are not popular with the members.

• Communication and “Teaching” Skills By virtue of their position, current leaders serve as mentors and

teachers to future leaders. Enthusiasm – a zest for serving the association is an important ingredient that leaders must be able to pass along to their successors.

• Ability to Subordinate Special Interests Leaders often emerge because of their special expertise or effective

representation of a specific constituency. Leadership, however, may require subordinating those interests for the greater good of the association.

• Be Strategic Thinkers Intuitive and interpretive skills enable leaders to understand the

people around them, internalize the data they receive, recognize the relationships that exist between the systems within their world and integrate all these elements into a coherent whole.

The Academy of Laser Dentistry Nominations Committee presents the 2010 nominations for officers and members of the Board of Directors. The following is a short biography of each of these leaders:

PRESIDENT ELECT: Dr. Ana Maria Triliouris is a general dentist in private practice in Merrick, New York, and is a charter member of the ALD. She currently serves as the Academy’s Vice President. She is among the very few dentists that started using lasers in 1990 and has volunteered for the ALD in different positions since then. She was the first Editor of the ALD first publication “Wavelengths”. She is an active member of the ADA and its components as well as the Academy of General Dentistry and the American Association of Women Dentists. She is also the chair of 3 ALD Committees: the Dr. Eugene Seidner Student Scholarship Committee, Awards Committee and Communications, and is the Editor of ALD’s Lightwaves newsletter. Dr. Triliouris may be reached by email at anadds@aol.com.

VICE PRESIDENT: Dr. Arthur Levy maintains a private practice in Chester, New Jersey, and is a charter member of the ALD. He holds Advanced Proficiency in Nd:YAG. He has been active in numerous committees and on the Board of Directors since the beginning of the Academy in 1993, and he currently serves as Treasurer. Dr. Levy may be reached by email at 1srdocloft@embarqmail.com.

TREASURER: Dr. Glenda Payas practices general dentistry in Tulsa Oklahoma. She is a charter member of the ALD, and holds Advanced Proficiency in CO2 and Er:YAG wavelengths. Dr. Payas currently serves as Secretary on the ALD Executive Committee after completing her first 3 year term of service in 2009. She was one of the first dentists in the United States to use a laser, starting in 1991. Dr. Payas can be contacted at drglendapayas@msn.com.

SECRETARY: Dr. Scott Benjamin is a graduate of SUNY Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine and has been in full-time private practice in rural upstate New York for over 30 years. Dr. Benjamin is an internationally recognized authority on Oral Cancer and a leader in computerized dental technology and dental lasers. Dr. Benjamin is a Visiting Professor at the SUNY at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and is a Research Associate at the New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry. Dr. Benjamin is an active member of ADA Standards Committee on Dental Informatics (ADA-SCDI), and is the chairman of several separate Working Groups and was appointed to the Task Force on the National Healthcare Information Infrastructure (NHII). He is a past President of the Sixth District Dental Society of the New York State Dental Association, has served on the ALD Board of Directors and is the 2010 ALD Chairman of General & Scientific Sessions Committee for the Miami Conference. Dr. Benjamin may be contacted at sbenjamin@dentalaim.com.

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The offices of President and Immediate Past President are automatically filled, and are not part of the voting process. These two officers are:

PRESIDENT: Dr. Steven Burman is in private practice of general dentistry in Manalapan, New Jersey. He holds Advanced Proficiency in Nd:YAG and Er:YAG wavelengths as well as Educator status. He is presently the President Elect of the ALD, and serves as Chair of the subcommittee on Information Systems. He is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, a Master of the Academy of Laser Dentistry and has presented lectures on laser use and trainings throughout the United States and Canada. Dr. Burman may be reached by email at drillnfill@aol.com.

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Dr. Tony Hewlett is in private practice of general dentistry in Stanwood, Washington. He currently serves as the ALD President. He received the Academy’s Distinguished Service Award in 2004 for his outstanding commitment and contributions. He has served on the Executive Committee for five years, on the ALD Board of Directors for six years prior to executive service and as chair of the Membership committee for eight years. Dr. Hewlett may be reached by email at tony@drtony.net.

NOMINATED BOARD MEMBERS for 2010-2013

Dr. Douglas A. Gilio graduated from the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry in 1975 and holds a degree in advanced periodontology from the University of Southern California (1981). His first use of dental laser devices was in 1991 and, he became a member of the ADL in 1993. He achieved Nd: YAG educator’s status in 1994 and master’s status in 1997. He currently has four active lasers he uses in his private practice, 3 Nd: YAG and 1 Er: YAG. Dr. Gilio is a US Navy Dental Corps, retired captain, Clinical professor, Department of Advanced Periodontology, USC School of Dentistry

and maintains a private practice limited to periodontics and implantology in Visalia, CA. He is a consultant to the Central California Veterans Hospital, Fresno, and is an attending clinical instructor for the GPR Program. Dr. Gilio may be reached by email at dagilio@aol.com.

Dr. Raminta Mastis is in full time private practice of general dentistry in St. Clair Shores, Michigan. She has been awarded Mastership in the Academy of Laser Dentistry and Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry. She has achieved Advanced Proficiency in the Er:YAG laser wavelength, but also routinely uses diode (810 nm and 980nm) and CO2 laser wavelengths in her practice. She is a member of the ALD’s Certification Committee and Laser Safety Committee. She has served as an Examiner and a Laser Safety Officer for several years during the ALD annual sessions. She has presented lectures and trainings on laser use, as well as other advanced technologies. Dr. Mastis may be reached by email at milaserdentist@comcast.net.

Dr. Shigeyuki Nagai received his DDS from the Osaka Dental University, Japan in 1987 and studied at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine as a Clinical Fellow from1989 to 1992 when he practiced at the Massachusetts Veterans Administration Medical Center in 1990 and the Mass. General Hospital in 1991. He holds Advanced Proficiency in Nd:YAG, Diode and Er:YAG as well as Educator Status, currently serves on the ALD Certification Committee and International Relations Committee. He is the founder of the Japan Society for Dental Anti-Aging, and serves as a board member of the Japanese Society for Laser Dentistry, the Japanese Academy of Color for Dentistry, and Asia and Pacific Division of The World Federation for Laser Dentistry (International Society for Lasers in Dentistry). He is a committee member of the Japan Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and Japan Association of Microscopic Dentistry, a vice president and chief instructor of the Japanese division of the Academy of Laser Dentistry, an adviser and chief Instructor of the Japan Erbium Dental Laser Academy. He is also a member of International Society for Oral Laser Applications, Japan Society for Laser Surgery and Medicine, and Academy of Microscope Enhanced Dentistry. He maintains a full-time practice in Tokyo, Japan. Dr. Nagai may be reached by email at NagaiDC@aol.com.

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CONTINUING DIRECTORS

Dr. Charles Hoopingarner Houston, TX

Dr. Gabi KeslerPetach Tikua Israel

Dr. Mitchell LomkeOlney, MD

Dr. Constanza MartinezBogata, Columbia

Angie Mott, RDHTulsa, OK

Dr. Peter PangSonoma, CA

Dr. Steve Parrett Chambersburg,PA

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