Does your hygienist use a laser to treat patients with gingivitis or periodontitis? |
207 total votes |
|
9% |
Yes, with great success |
|
4% |
Yes, with lackluster results |
|
14% |
I am considering this option |
|
73% |
No |
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Do you use a soft-tissue laser? |
118 total votes |
|
26% |
Yes, frequently |
|
25% |
Yes, occasionally |
|
16% |
No, but I'm considering getting one |
|
32% |
No, and I have no plans on purchasing one |
|
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Do you use a hard-tissue laser? |
116 total votes |
|
5% |
Yes, frequently |
|
5% |
Yes, occasionally |
|
17% |
No, but I'm considering getting one |
|
72% |
No, and I have no plans on purchasing one |
|
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What's the primary obstacle to owning a laser? |
114 total votes |
|
41% |
Cost |
|
5% |
Speed or efficiency in procedures |
|
4% |
Not enough room in the operatory |
|
9% |
Doubtful of anesthesia-free claims |
|
21% |
Limited number of treatments |
|
20% |
I already own one |
|
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What is the most impressive clinical advantage of soft-tissue lasers? |
106 total votes |
|
62% |
Ability to cut and coagulate |
|
11% |
Ability to use on and around metals |
|
5% |
Sutureless surgery |
|
15% |
Increased patient comfort |
|
7% |
Shallow area of tissue necrosis |
|
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What kind of laser training would you prefer? |
109 total votes |
|
76% |
Lecture + hands-on training |
|
24% |
Online CE or webinar |
|
0% |
Written CE or manual only |
|
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Will lasers be a common instrument in the standard GP office by 2030? |
112 total votes |
|
72% |
Yes |
|
28% |
No |
|
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Have you seen enough evidence that the ROI on lasers makes the purchase worthwhile? |
111 total votes |
|
31% |
Yes, if the doctor markets the treatment options |
|
18% |
Yes, regardless of how the technology is marketed to patients |
|
51% |
No |
|
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Do you offer laser teeth whitening in your practice? |
113 total votes |
|
12% |
Yes |
|
79% |
No |
|
10% |
Not anymore |
|
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Lasers are best suited for which area? |
109 total votes |
|
9% |
Hygiene |
|
72% |
General practice |
|
19% |
Specialties (e.g., orthodontics) |
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