Periodontist Diplomate American Board of Periodontology Esopus, New York, United States
Disclosure(s):
Sarah Balaster, DMD: K pharmaceuticals: Consultant (Ongoing); Millenium Dental Technologies: Consultant (Ongoing); Philips Oral Healthcare: Consultant (Ongoing)
Biofilm isn’t just plaque—it’s an organized microbial army waging war on your patients’ periodontal health. This fast-paced, practical course arms you with the latest tools and techniques to break down biofilm, improve treatment outcomes and boost long-term periodontal stability. From air polishing and biofilm therapy to lasers and chemotherapeutics, we’ll dive into real-world applications that you can immediately implement in your practice. Say goodbye to the same old scraping and scaling—this session will change the way you think about biofilm management and periodontal care.
Learning Objectives:
Understand what biofilm really is—how it forms and why it’s the key driver of periodontal disease
Go beyond traditional scaling, build on conventional periodontal treatments with cutting-edge biofilm management techniques
Upgrade your toolbox, explore the latest advancements in air polishing, biofilm therapy, chemotherapeutics and laser technology for superior patient care
Create a Biofilm Battle Plan: Learn how to integrate effective biofilm control strategies into daily practice to improve patient outcomes and prevent disease recurrence.