Lasers in Restorative Dentistry : A Practical Guide

This book presents the state of the art in the use of laser in restorative dentistry. After discussion of relevant background, basic physics, and laser types, the full range of clinical applications is covered with the aid of more than 600 clinical photographs, charts, and tables. In addition to conventional indications, newer operative procedures that reliably yield favorable outcomes are carefully described step by step. The authors’ own research findings and clinical cases are included in the book, which also provides a complete, up-to-date review of the international literature on laser adhesive dentistry.

Lasers in Restorative Dentistry will be a valuable guide for general dentists who use the laser in their daily practice and are seeking advice on how to improve the quality of their work. If you are a new, experienced, or even advanced laser user, this book will be an exceptionally useful resource. Enjoy delving into the wonderful world of laser dentistry!

Giovanni Olivi gained his MD, Summa Cum Laude, from the University of Rome “La Sapienza”, Italy in 1986, and in 1989 was awarded his DDS, again Summa Cum Laude, from the University of Rome “Tor Vergata”. Dr. Olivi has had expertise in clinical laser dentistry since 2000. In 2002 and 2004 he acquired Certificates of Proficiency in the use of laser in dentistry from the University of Florence and the International Society for Laser in Dentistry, respectively.