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Laser Dental Applications Session
Praveen R. Arany, D.D.S., M.D.S., M.M.Sc., Ph.D., Director
April 24, 2015 . . . . . . .1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Room. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Osceola B
Session I: Research
Educational Needs
The purpose of this session is to highlight the latest developments in light based research and clinical applications with
specific emphasis in dentistry. The field of dentistry has always been at the leading edge of adopting new technologies,
including biomaterials for restorations and implants or novel devices for pain or inflammation relief. Lasers and photonic
devices have aided many aspects of clinical dentistry including effective illumination, curing composites and surgery.
Participants
Dentists, physicians, scientists, health care professionals, engineers and other personnel involved in biomedical
applications of light are invited to participate in this session.
Background Requirements
Participants should have a basic understanding of light biological tissue interactions and basic knowledge of lab and
clinical research.
Instructional Content and/or Expected Learning Outcomes
The presenters will highlight their recent observations on the molecular mechanism and practical utility of using laser-
based technologies for diagnostics and therapy in dentistry. Participants in this session will gain knowledge about the
rationale, approaches and results of using research techniques to better understand lasers for clinical dental applications.
“Hot Topics”
* Use of Stem Cells With Light Therapy for Regenerative Applications
* Mechanisms of Laser Phototoxicity That Could Aid in Clinical Dosing
* Imaging Pulpal Blood Flow for Improved Vitality Testing
* Effects of Lasers on Neural Tissue
* Laser Applications in Dentin Sensitivity Management
Friday, April 24, 2015
1:30 pm – 1:44 pm THE EFFECTS OF COMBINED LLLT AND MESENCHYMAL STEM CELLS ON BONE
REGENERATION IN RABBIT CALVARIAL DEFECTS
Reza Fekrazad, Mostafa Sadeghi Ghuchani, Mohammadreza Baghban Eslaminejad,
Leila Taghiyar, Katayoun A.M. Kalhori*, Mir Sepehr Pedram, Arman Mohammadi Shayan,
Naser Aghdami, Heidi Abrahamse, AJA University of Medical Sciences, Royan Institute
for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, Iranian Medical Laser Association, Tehran
University, Tehran, Iran, Golestan University, Gorgan, Iran, Johannesburg University,
Johannesburg, South Africa
1:45 pm – 1:59 pm ER STRESS-MEDIATED BY ATF-4 ORCHESTRATES NEAR-INFRARED LASER
PHOTOTOXICITY
Imran Khan*, Elieza Tang, Praveen Arany, National Institute of Health, Bethesda, MD
2:00 pm – 2:14 pm MEASUREMENT OF PULSATILE FLOW IN THE TEETH USING LASER SPECKLE
IMAGING
Caitlin Regan*, Sean White, Bruce Yang, Petra Wilder-Smith, Bernard Choi, Beckman
Laser Institute and Medical Clinic, University of California, Irvine, CA
*Presenter

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Friday, April 24, 2015
2:15 pm – 2:24 pm HISTOLOGICAL CHANGES ON DENTINAL SURFACE IRRADIATED BY Nd:YAG
LASER BY USING SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPY
Ahmad Moradi*, Mahsa Moradi, Ali Dehgha Nazhvani, Mahshid Moradi, Moradi Skin
Laser Clinic, International Branch of Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Biomaterial
Research Center, School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz,
Iran, Corvinus University of Budapest, Institute of Health Economics, Budapest, Hungary
2:25 pm – 2:34 pm ASSESSMENT TO THE OPTICAL ATTENUATION COEFFICIENT OF ERODED
DENTIN
Marcia Moraes*, Ana Aranha, Denise Zezell, Anderson Freitas, IPEN – CNEN/SP,
University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
2:35 pm – 2:44 pm THE EVALUATION OF EFFECTS OF DIODE LASER WELDING ON SCIATIC NERVE
INJURY IN RAT
Reza Fekrazad*, Omid Mortezai, Mir Sepehr Pedram, Katayoun A.M. Kalhori, Mashadi
Abbas Fatemeh, AJA University of Medical Sciences, Tehran University of Medical
Sciences, Iranian Medical Laser Association, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran
2:45 pm – 3:29 pm Break/View ePosters/Visit the Exhibits – Florida Exhibit Halls E&F
Session II: Clinical Research
Educational Needs
Clinical dentistry has always been at the leading edge of adopting new technologies, including biomaterials for
restorations and implants or novel devices for pain or inflammation relief. While the use of lasers and photonic devices
are increasingly popular, clinical applications and protocol regimens for their use vary widely. This session attempts to
showcase various ongoing and future clinical applications for these devices.
Participants
Dentists, physicians, scientists, health care professionals, engineers and other personnel involved in biomedical
applications of light are invited to participate in this session.
Background Requirements
Participants should have a basic understanding of light biological tissue interactions and basic knowledge of lab and
clinical research.
Instructional Content and/or Expected Learning Outcomes
The presenters in this second dental session will highlight current clinical use and evolving clinical research that will aid
development of future applications of laser-based technologies for diagnostics and therapy. Participants in this session will
gain knowledge about clinical applications and latest clinical research in the field of lasers in dentistry.
“Hot Topics”
* Clinical Utility of Lasers in Dentistry Highlighting Both High and Low Power Applications
* Case Studies on the Use of Lasers for TMJ Pain Relief
* Use of Lasers for Effective Clinical Implant Placement
* Complex Medical Case Management Using Lasers in Dental Clinic
* Photodynamic Therapy for Antimicrobial and Premalignant Lesions
*Presenter
Laser Dental Applications Session
Praveen R. Arany, D.D.S., M.D.S., M.M.Sc., Ph.D., Director
April 24, 2015 . . . . . . .1:30 pm - 5:34 pm
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Friday, April 24, 2015
3:30 pm – 3:44 pm APPLICATION OF PHOTOBIOMODULATION IN A GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE
Gerry Ross*, Tottenham, Ontario, Canada
3:45 pm – 3:59 pm IN VITRO PHOTODYNAMIC INACTIVATION OF CANDIDA ALBICANS BY
PHENOTHIAZINE DYE (NEW METHYLENE BLUE) AND INDOCYANINE GREEN
(EMUNDO®)
Reza Fekrazad*, Vadood Ghasemi Barghi, Arash Poorsattar Bejeh Mir, Masoumeh
Shams Ghafarrokhi, AJA University of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modarres University,
Tehran, Iran, Ardabil University, Ardabil, Iran, Dental Material Research Center, Babol
University, Babol, Iran
4:00 pm – 4:14 pm TOPICAL PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY OF LEUKOPLAKIA IN ORAL CAVITY – SIX
MONTHS STUDY
Roman Smucler*, Prague, Czech Republic
4:15 pm – 4:29 pm PLACE DENTAL IMPLANT ONLY WITH LASER
Martiniano Francischetti*, Mar del Plata, Argentina
4:30 pm – 4:39 pm COMPARISON OF ANTIMICROBIAL PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY AND Er,Cr:YSGG
LASER ASSISTED PERIODONTAL POCKET THERAPY IN THE TREATMENT OF
AGGRESSIVE PERIODONTITIS: A PILOT STUDY
Kirti Chawla*, Arundeep Kacur, Mahesh Verma, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental
Sciences, New Delhi, India
4:40 pm – 4:49 pm A COMPARISON OF THE IMMEDIATE PAIN REDUCTION AFTER CLASS 4 LASER IN
A NEUROPATHIC PAIN GROUP vs A MYOGENOUS PAIN GROUP IN A HEAD AND
NECK PAIN CLINIC
Paul Bradley*, Neil Spielholz, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL
4:50 pm – 4:59 pm EVALUATION OF LOW LEVEL LASER THERAPY IN TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT
DISORDERS
Neha Yadav*, Arundeep Lamba, Farrukh Faraz, Shruti Tandon, Maulana Azad Institute of
Dental Sciences, New Delhi, India
5:00 pm – 5:14 pm USING DENTAL LASERS TO TREAT MEDICALLY COMPROMISED PATIENTS
Mel Burchman*, Langhorne, PA
5:15 pm – 5:24 pm IMMEDIATE RESULTS OF PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY FOR THE TREATMENT OF
HALITOSIS IN ADOLESCENTS: A RANDOMIZED, CONTROLLED, CLINICAL TRIAL
Rubia Lopes, Ana Carolina Mota*, Carolina Soares, Olinda Tarzia, Alessandro Deana,
Renato Prates, Cristiane França, Kristianne Fernandes, Raquel Mesquita-Ferrari,
Sandra Kalil, Nove de Julho University, FOB University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
5:25 pm – 5:34 pm DIFFERENT WAVELENGTHS ABSORPTION IN DIFFERENT TISSUE KINDS: EX
VIVO STUDY WITH A SUPERCONTINUUM BROABAND SOURCE
Carlo Fornaini*, Michele Sozzi, Elisabetta Merigo, Federica Poli, Stefano Selleri,
Piergiorgio Pasotti, Anna Maria Cucinotta, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
*Presenter
Laser Dental Applications Session
Praveen R. Arany, D.D.S., M.D.S., M.M.Sc., Ph.D., Director
April 24, 2015 . . . . . . .1:30 pm - 5:34 pm
Room. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Osceola B