Lasers in Esthetic Dentistry

Recorded November 14, 2025

Soft tissue diode lasers have become effective and useful in helping clinicians achieve restorative success in the esthetic zone. When periodontal surgery or osseous recontouring are not an option, lasers play an important role in shaping tissue to achieve better esthetic outcomes. This course is a discussion about when to consider laser gingival contouring when working on anterior teeth.

Course Objectives:
  • Learn the basics of diode lasers.
  • Learn to identify when gingival recontouring can be performed without altering the osseous crest.
  • Learn to incorporate lasers into conservative treatment plans for anterior teeth.


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  • One (1) hour of Lecture CE credit

    • AGD Subject Code: 780

    • No prerequisites

    • Course is free, but registration is required

    Priya Tirumalasetty, DDS, FAGD, AAACD

    Priya Tirumalasetty, DDS (or Dr. Setty) is a 1997 graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. She completed her general practice residency at the Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, PA. Dr. Setty became a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry in 2005 and a Master in 2023, which requires over 1,000 hours of continuing education.

    In 2014, Dr. Setty published an article about composite bonding in the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, the scientific journal published by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). In 2018, she became an Accredited Member of the AACD. It has established a rigorous accreditation protocol for recognizing dentists who strive to achieve excellence and practice responsible esthetics in cosmetic dental procedures.

    In 2023, Dr. Setty completed the required courses to become a graduate of the prestigious Kois Center. She also became a member of the Catapult Education Speakers Group. She has maintained her own private practice in Chicago since 2000. 
    Patrick Jones - Course author