PerioLase® MVP-7™ Hygienist Certification

This online course is designed for hygienists practicing in LANAP Laser Therapy Centers
and is administered by the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry (IALD).

Training

Why Take This Course?

Expand Hygiene Department Capabilities: Discover how to utilize laser applications like Laser Pocket Disinfection™, treatment of aphthous ulcers and herpetic lesions†, tooth desensitization†, TMD therapy†, and more to generate additional revenue streams for your practice. (Subject to state board regulations.)

Enhance Patient Support During Recall Visits: Learn how to identify areas requiring occlusal adjustment, assist in obtaining informed consent, and support case presentations effectively.

Master Core Clinical Techniques: Refine your probing techniques, avoid common errors, and boost your case presentation skills by incorporating valuable patient insights.

Play a Pivotal Role in Periodontal Care: Hygienists are essential in diagnosing periodontal disease and educating patients about their treatment options. As a key member of the laser periodontal clinical team, you’ll assist in achieving informed consent, guide patients toward successful bone-building outcomes, and ensure long-term hygiene maintenance.

Flexible Online Learning: This self-paced, online course allows you to study at your convenience, offering a flexible alternative to in-person meetings.

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Testimonial

Our hygienists came back from the course very enthused and motivated. This course is a no-brainer for every LANAP-trained dentist’s hygienist. Bad news is you’ll need another PerioLase MVP-7; the good news is it will be a short ROI.

Dale Brant, DDS

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Training

Learning Objectives

Explore new laser treatments to enhance patient care and contribute to practice growth.

Understand the hygienist’s role in supporting treatment acceptance for the LANAP® and LAPIP™ protocols.

Review how the hygiene team contributes to achieving successful outcomes with the LANAP® and LAPIP™ protocols.

Training

Course Topics

Laser Pocket Disinfection™*, Treatment of Aphthous Ulcers and Herpetic† Lesions, Tooth Desensitization†, TMD Therapy†, and more
LANAP Protocol: Overview, Probing Techniques, and Post-op Support
Recognize Potential Treatments Using the PerioLase MVP-7
Case Presentation Skills
Laser Physics & Safety
Occlusion and Periodontics: How Hygienists Can Help
Insurance
Practice Integration

* Where permitted by state board
† These procedures are not cleared by the FDA

Instructor

Dr. Chris L. Owens, DDS

A 1988 graduate of LSU Dental School in New Orleans, Louisiana, and is the founder and owner of Advanced Laser Training, Inc. Dr. Owens has lectured worldwide on subjects ranging from Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry to High-Tech Laser Dentistry. Dr. Owens is a past board member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry where he served on numerous committees, and is in a unique position to advise students as they enter the world of organized
laser dentistry.

INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED LASER DENTISTRY IS A NATIONALLY APPROVED PACE PROGRAM PROVIDER FOR FAGD/MAGD CREDIT.
APPROVAL DOES NOT IMPLY ACCEPTANCE BY ANY REGULATORY AUTHORITY OR AGD ENDORSEMENT.
11/01/2024 TO 10/31/2027 PROVIDER ID 217870

THIS COURSE IS OPEN TO ANY STAFF MEMBER OF A LANAP-TRAINED CLINICIAN. NO OTHER PRIOR EXPERIENCE WITH LASERS IS REQUIRED. LASER USE BY HYGIENISTS IS REGULATED BY STATE BOARD AND IS NOT ALLOWED IN ALL STATES.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR TX & KY RESIDENTS — TX & KY BOARD REGULATIONS REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF 12 HOURS OF LIVE COURSE TRAINING. LIVE HANDS-ON TRAINING WILL STILL BE REQUIRED AFTER THE COMPLETION OF ONLINE TRAINING.

COURSE ADMINISTRATOR: THE INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED LASER DENTISTRY. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO INQUIRE ABOUT REFUND OR CANCELATION, CONTACT INFO@THEIALD.COM