Brisbane, AUSTRALIA
From: 8:30 AM Friday, 20 February, 2026
To: 4:00 PM Friday, 20 February, 2026
Dental practitioners can use lasers to augment or replace traditional instruments in a range of clinical procedures. While low power lasers used in diagnostic aids are not regulated under radiation safety legislation, higher power lasers (Class 4) used in restorative dentistry, bleaching and minor oral surgery are regulated in Qld and some other jurisdictions. In the coming years, uniform national regulatory legislation is expected to be introduced. The need for formal training in laser safety is a key element so that these devices are used both effectively and safely.
This course is approved by Radiation Health Queensland (course code ED029). Its content follows the recommendations of AS/NZS4173:2004 in terms of training requirements for dental clinicians.
The course assumes no prior knowledge of laser physics and is designed specifically for the new laser user and for those wanting to understand how the technology is used in practice and how different laser types interact with tissues in unique ways.
The course includes a lecture and benchtop hands-on components, as well as a written examination.
Brisbane, AUSTRALIA
TOTAL CPD AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT: 6.25 HOURS
6.25 CPD HOURS
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Dental practitioners can use lasers to augment or replace traditional instruments in a range of clinical procedures. While low power lasers used in diagnostic aids are not regulated under radiation safety legislation, higher power lasers (Class 4) used in restorative dentistry, bleaching and minor oral surgery are regulated in Qld and some other jurisdictions. In the coming years, uniform national regulatory legislation is expected to be introduced. The need for formal training in laser safety is a key element so that these devices are used both effectively and safely.
This course is approved by Radiation Health Queensland (course code ED029). Its content follows the recommendations of AS/NZS4173:2004 in terms of training requirements for dental clinicians.
The course assumes no prior knowledge of laser physics and is designed specifically for the new laser user and for those wanting to understand how the technology is used in practice and how different laser types interact with tissues in unique ways.
The course includes a lecture and benchtop hands-on components, as well as a written examination.
Speakers at this event...
Prof Laurence J Walsh AO
BDSc (Hons) (Qld), DDSc (Qld), PhD (Qld), GCEd, FDTFEd, FFOP (RCPA), FICD, FADI, FPFA, FIADFE, FRACDS, FANZASND
Laurence Walsh is an internationally recognised expert in infection control and oral microbiology, who has contributed to the development of infection control standards and guidelines for over 25 y...
Venue for Event...
ADAQ CPD and Training Centre
CPD & Training Centre26-28 Hamilton Place
Bowen Hills QLD 4006
AUSTRALIA Phone: (07) 3251-2160
www.adaq.com.au
Event Organiser...
Australian Dental Association (Qld Branch)
26-28 Hamilton PlaceBowen Hills QLD 4006
AUSTRALIA Phone: (07) 3252-9866
www.adaq.com.au
Speakers at this event...
Prof Laurence J Walsh AO
BDSc (Hons) (Qld), DDSc (Qld), PhD (Qld), GCEd, FDTFEd, FFOP (RCPA), FICD, FADI, FPFA, FIADFE, FRACDS, FANZASNDLaurence Walsh is an internationally recognised expert in infection control and oral microbiology, who has contributed to the development of infection control standards and guidelines for over 25 y...
