CHICO, California--Lares Research has introduced Wavelength-optimized Periodontal Therapy, a minimally invasive laser periodontal disease treatment that optimizes the use of two dentistry wavelengths: Nd:YAG and Er:YAG.
The method is available with the Lares Powerlase AT all-tissue, dual wavelength laser.
The WPT method allows the clinician to treat periodontal disease and create optimal conditions for healing. With WPT, the clinician removes the diseased epithelial lining of the periodontal pocket using Nd:YAG energy, removes calculus from the root surface using Er:YAG energy (FDA 510 [K] clearance to market for this indication for use is pending), and seals the pocket after treatment with a stable fibrin clot using Nd:YAG energy.
Utilizing both wavelengths in a periodontal disease treatment protocol makes best use of the unique laser/tissue interaction characteristics of each wavelength.
The WPT procedure was developed for Lares Research by Dr. Robert Barr, a pioneer in laser dentistry and laser education.
Dr. Barr is a founding member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry, was one of the first to achieve Mastership and Educator status, and received the Leon Goldman Award for Clinical Excellence in 1999. He is a founder and board member of The World Congress of Minimally Invasive Dentistry and was named their clinician of the year in 2004.
The WPT minimally invasive alternative to scalpel/suture surgery can reduce patient fear and increase treatment acceptance. By offering patients WPT, clinicians could see increases in annual net income without needing to treat a single new patient.
The PowerLas AT dental laser is capable of delivering Nd:YAG and Er:YAG laser energy for the efficient performance of the WPT procedure. Combining both wavelengths in a single laser allows the clinician to quickly and conveniently switch between Er:YAG and Nd:YAG while performing WPT.
Lares offers training in laser dentistry, as well as the Advanced Perio and Soft Tissue Course, a two-day hands-on training program focused on periodontal disease treatment and WPT. The course is led by Drs. Barr and Mark Colonna.
For more information, call (888) 333-8440, ext. 2050, or go to Lares.
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