Mastership Lasers in Dentistry Course - Denmark / South Africa
One-Year Clinical Specialisation Course
MASTERSHIP Diploma Lasers in Dentistry
Course Director
Prof. Dr. Norbert Gutknecht
Executive Director of World Federation for Laser Dentistry (WFLD)
This program concludes with an official certificate from RWTH Aachen University and is offered in collaboration with the RWTH Aachen International Academy, the post-graduate education wing of the university.
The Mastership, which is reffered to as the first part of the M.Sc. Degree, is geared towards dentists who would like to specialize in certain wavelengths. Over the course of one year, participants are taught fundamental physical and technical knowledge and how to recognize primary, secondary, and tertiary indications on ten attendance days split into 4 modules held over 2 educational blocks. (see below.)
UPCOMING DATES
South Africa 2021 - Dates TBA
Denmark 2021 - Dates TBA
> Concludes with Module IV approximately one year later
> The final exam module may also be concluded at RWTH Aachen University in Germany at various dates
> To request notification about dates and locations, please email info@scivisionmedical.com
Above: Hands-On Skills Training with world renowned Prof. Dr. Norbert Gutknecht
INTRODUCTION
Lasers have been used in dentistry for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes for more than 30 years, and are an indispensable instrument in any modern dental surgery. The use of lasers enables new treatment methods to be employed and lasers can meaningfully supplement more traditional therapies.
The use of lasers is associated with minimal contact, reduced vibration and pain, as well as a reduction in bleeding, leading to a more comfortable overall experience for the patient and a cleaner, meticulous technique for the dental practitioner.
Lasers are highly versatile tools that can be successfully used in a wide range of applications in the treatment of mucous membranes, hard tooth structures and bones.
Additionally, the specific properties of lasers allow the development of radically new treatments and surgical techniques, and improvements in treatment success rates have been observed when lasers are applied.
Modern facilities and increased customer satisfaction help ensure the long-term financial success of any dental practice and, for these reasons, you should not miss the opportunity to expand and improve your range of treatments.
Lasers are primarily used in the following fields:
PROGRAMME/S OF STUDY
Today, the use of lasers in dentistry has become a sought after new standard, part of daily clinical practice. The Mastership course by Aachen Dental Laser Center (AALZ) is a one-year career-accompanying clinical specialisation course in selected wavelengths in laser dentistry. The course addresses practicing and approbated dental professionals choosing to increase their knowledge to be highly qualified specialists in laser supported therapies in dentistry, and be abreast with the latest and most advanced technology in dentistry. Successful completion of the Mastership course can be combined with the full MSc. Degree in Aachen, Germany. The Mastership is available in South Africa, and now also Mauritius through SciVision to support their clientele (dental professionals) and is open to a limited number of local and international participants.
MASTERSHIP WAVELENGTHS
The following wavelengths are taught:
COURSE STRUCTURE
The course is divided into four modules requiring 10-12 days of attendance over a one year period.
MODULE I
MODULE II
Er:YAG and Er,Cr:YSGG Lasers
MODULE III
Diode Lasers and Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
MODULE IV
Written examination
Presentation of five clinical treatment cases
GRADUATION CEREMONY
After successful completion of the course, participants receive a Mastership Certificate/Diploma from RWTH Aachen University identifying them as a dental laser specialist, as well as an additional Laser Safety Officer certificate.
FURTHER STUDY OPTIONS
Completion of the Mastership course may be credited towards modules three and five of the M.Sc. programme.
FURTHER DETAILS
LECTURERS
Prof. Dr. Norbert Gutknecht - Scientific Director
Studied medicine and dentistry at the Universities of Bochum, Florence and Aachen. In 1995, following several research stays in the USA, focusing on dental laser therapy, he was awarded the Master in Application of Nd:YAG Lasers in Dentistry in Phoenix, AZ. In 1998 he was appointed Professor at the Department of Con-servative Dentistry, Periodontology and Preventative Dentistry at RWTH Aachen University. Prof. Dr. Gutknecht is Director of the Aachen Dental Laser Center (AALZ) and Scientific Director of the M.Sc. in Lasers in Dentistry programme. Furthermore, he is the President of the German Society of Laser Dentistry (DGL) and an Executive Director of the World Federation for Laser Dentistry (WFLD).
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Associate Prof. Dr. rer. medic. Rene Franzen (Physicist)
Studied physics at Düsseldorf University and completed his thesis in the Department for Laser Medicine. Since 2001 he has worked for RWTH Aachen University and the AALZ Aachen Dental Laser Center and is involved in teaching and research in the field of laser-supported dentistry. In 2003 he completed his PhD thesis for which he was awarded the RWTH prize for outstanding interdisciplinary research. Dr. Franzen teaches optics, laser technology, dosimetry and laser safety and is also responsible for running the AALZ’s e-learning system.
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COURSE FEES
* As host and laser partner of the Mastership Course in Denmark and South Africa, SciVision offers their (BIOLASE) laser clients a part-sponsorship towards participating in this course, in the interest of furthering an advanced, educated, and scientific approach to laser-supported dentistry. Limited spaces are available per class. For enquiries, contact lindi@scivisionmedical.com / +27 84 405 8025.
*New Course Fee To Be Confirmed Soon; from approximately Euro 5500 to Euro 6500
2019 Fee Structure - South Africa
5% Discount on Total Fees for Full One-Time Payment
Total Course Fees including 5% Discount
Standard Course Fees in Instalments
UPCOMING DATES:
South Africa 2021 - Dates TBA
Denmark 2021 - Dates TBA
> Concludes with Module IV approximately one year later
> May also be concluded at RWTH Aachen University in Germany
ENQUIRIES
SOUTH AFRICA
DENMARK
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For enquiries, contact us at:
SciVision Head Office
Call: +27 12 665 2595 (Office) / +27 84 405 8025 (Lindi Mobile)
Email: info@scivisionmedical.com / lindi@scivisionmedical.com