Jaisri R Thoppay, DDS, MBA, MS, DABOM, MSHA

Dr. Jaisri Thoppay is a distinguished dental professional with expertise in various aspects of clinical care, innovation, and business aspects of the dental industry. She currently serves as Vice President and Global Chief Dental Officer and is the President-Elect of the American Academy of Oral Medicine. Dr. Thoppay has extensive experience in academia, contributing through clinical practice, research, and education. Beyond academia, she is deeply committed to oral health advocacy, volunteering for clinical outreach, oral disease awareness, and patient engagement. She has also served as Associate Editor for the OOOO journal’s Oral Medicine Section. She is an accomplished healthcare executive, educational leader, author, and influential speaker with over 25 years of progressive leadership in the dental and healthcare industry. As a seasoned Dentist and Oral Medicine specialist, excels in fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams in patient care, research, education, and healthcare leadership. Possesses strong negotiation skills and prioritizes delivering unique, impactful, and result-oriented outcomes. With a strong leadership presence in the dental industry, Dr. Thoppay continues to advance oral healthcare on a global scale.


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Lasers in Dentistry

Dental lasers have revolutionized dentistry. The potential indications for their use exist in virtually all disciplines of dentistry. Advantages of laser protocols include reduced need for anesthesia, minimized bleeding, and faster healing times. While lasers can be used for cavity preparation, soft tissue management, and pain management, their use has contraindications and limitations. This Quality Resource Guide (QRG) provides an overview of laser physics, safety requirements, and specific laser types. Specific hard tissue and soft tissue protocols are discussed, along with the novel use of photobiomodulation in managing pain and promoting healing in dental conditions such as temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and oral ulcers. The limitations and challenges of laser use, including equipment cost, training requirements, and restrictions in specific clinical scenarios, are also discussed. This QRG serves as an essential resource to assist the dental practitioner in determining whether to incorporate laser therapy in their practice.

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