Get laser certified!
- Stuart Anderton
- Aug 5
- 2 min read
This certified course has been officially registered with Radiation Health departments in Queensland, Western Australia, and Tasmania. It qualifies participants to register for laser use and/or complete the required laser safety training to be present or provide support during laser procedures, in compliance with AS/NZS 4173:2018.
Developed and delivered by Dr Lan Tran (BDS), the program is tailored to equip dental professionals with foundational knowledge in laser science and safety, covering all laser types—not just Waterlase. It explains how laser energy is produced, how it interacts with tissue, and the practical safety considerations required in clinical use.
Participants will also explore clinical applications of dental lasers in both hard and soft tissue procedures, with a focus on safety, efficacy, and integrating laser technology into real-world dentistry.
The course will cover what a laser is, how the energy is used to produce various effects on tissues and what safety considerations are involved in laser use. The course will also cover dental clinical applications of lasers, relating to both hard and soft tissue lasers.
08:30 | Saturday, October 18 | Perth CBD
This course has been registered with Queensland, Perth and Tasmania radiation health to certify the participant has qualified to register to use a laser and/or has completed the laser safety course in order to be present/participate in providing ancillary care whilst a laser is being utilised, as in accordance with AS/NZS 4173:2018.
Course Objectives
Once completed, the participant will be able to
Understand how laser energy is generated
Understand how laser energy interacts with human tissue
Understand how to apply this energy therapeutically
Understand the safety implications of lasers and how to manage hazards
Understand the engineering and administrative controls and how to implement them in the workplace
Meet the Speaker: Dr Lan Tran (General Prctitioner – Dental)
Dr Lan Tran graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Dental Science, fuelled by a keen interest in dental technology, materials, and a strong commitment to enhancing patient care.
Over the past two decades, Dr Tran has established herself as a respected International Speaker and Key Opinion Leader in General Dentistry, with expertise in Laser and Aesthetic Dentistry, including facial development and rehabilitation. Since obtaining her dental laser licence in 2003, Dr Tran has become highly specialised in this field, delivering numerous international lectures and creating a program to licence dentists to use lasers within her jurisdiction.
Her dedication to expanding dental knowledge has earned her recognition across various areas of dentistry, including a Mastership in Laser Dentistry from the World Clinical Laser Institute and a Senior Executive Master from Orthoworld. A sought-after speaker, Dr Tran has presented at the Australian Dental Congress annually for the past four years
Certification and CE credits
Those who wish to certify for laser use will need to pass a short exam after the theory component of the presentation is complete.
You'll receive a CE transcript for 8CE credits towards your triennial 60 credit requirement.
Bookings
Book your seat online HERE, if you don't already have an account with Osseo Group, you can create one instantly on the Course Page.
