Which laser technology is more useful to a general dentist? |
815 total votes |
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| 14% |
| a. Hard tissue |
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| 86% |
| b. Soft tissue |
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Which category of procedures do you think is best suited to laser dentistry? |
526 total votes |
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| 3% |
| a. Endodontics |
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| 54% |
| b. Periodontics |
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| 31% |
| c. Restorative |
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| 13% |
| d. Cosmetic |
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What piece of equipment would you most like for your practice in 2011? |
0 total votes |
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Do you currently own a dental laser? |
523 total votes |
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| 63% |
| a. Yes |
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| 37% |
| b. No |
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If you use a laser in your practice, what brand do you use? |
0 total votes |
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What procedures are you most likely to perform with a laser? |
0 total votes |
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There is some debate in dentistry around the use of a hard tissue laser for closed flap crown lengthening. Which of the following statements best describes your opinion? |
492 total votes |
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| 20% |
| a. This is an ideal use of laser technology |
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| 59% |
| b. I need more proof that it is possible |
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| 21% |
| c. You cannot perform crown lengthening without reflecting a flap |
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Which of the following is the biggest challenge for a laser owner? |
479 total votes |
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| 61% |
| a. Training |
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| 14% |
| b. Maintaining equipment |
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| 16% |
| c. Setting up for a procedure |
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| 9% |
| d. Explaining technology to patients |
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How many dental trade shows do you attend each year? |
513 total votes |
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| 11% |
| a. I do not attend trade shows |
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| 43% |
| b. One |
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| 34% |
| c. Two |
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| 12% |
| d. More than three |
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Did you take any online CE courses in 2010 (from any source)? |
511 total votes |
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| 72% |
| a. Yes |
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| 28% |
| b. No |
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