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G. Lynn Powell, D.D.S.
Professor in the Division of Dental Education, Department of Pathology
Dr. G. Lynn Powell, DDS
Titles:
- Assistant Dean for Dental Education
- Chief, Division of Dental Education
- Chief of Dental Services, University Hospital
About G. Lynn Powell, D.D.S.
Dr. Powell has focused his research efforts in the last 10 years on finding laser applications in clinical dentistry and proving their effects and safety.
In the area of hard tissue and cavity preparation Dr. Powell designed and supervised the clinical studies that were presented to FDA to gain clearance for clinical use (1997). Applied laser technology, conducted laboratory and clinical and received clearance from FDA for rapid polymerization of light activated composites. First to do so in 10 seconds or less (1989). Lab and clinic lasers to prevent tooth decay and enhance fluoride uptake (4 patents) and currently before FDA for clinical use.
Demonstrated and verified methods to disinfect dental impressions without changing accuracy and dimensional stability. Adopted and used currently in dental practices.
Selected Publications
- Westerman, G.H., Hicks, M.J., Flaitz, C.M., Powell, G.L. In vitro caries formation in primary tooth enamel. JADA:137, 638-644, May 2006.
- Nammour, S., Rocca, J.P., Pireau, J.J., Powell, G. L., Morciaux, Y., Demortier, G. Increase of enamel fluoride retention by low fluence argon laser beam: a 6-month follow-up study in vivo. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine 36:220-224, 2005.
- Aranha, A.C.C., Turbino, M.C., Powell, G. L., Eduardo, C. Assessing microleakage of Class V resin composite restorations after Er:YAG laser and bur preparation. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine 37: 172-177, 2005.
- Hicks, J., Winn II, D., Flaitz, C., and Powell, L. In vivo caries formation in enamel following argon laser irradiation and combined fluoride and argon laser treatment: A clinical pilot study. Quintessence International 35: 15-20, 2004.
- Powell, G. L., and Blankenau R. J. The use of the argon laser for soft tissue procedures: case report. J Oral Laser Applications, 2(4): 235-237, 2002.
- Otsuka, K., Otsuka, M., Hsu, J., Wang, Z., Baig, A. A., Fox, J. L., Matsumoto, K., Powell, G. L., and Higuchi, W. I. Effects of pulsed and CW laser irradiation on dissolution kinetics of human enamel. Lasers in the Life Sciences, 8:51-63, 1998.
- Cozean, C., Arcoria C. J., Pelagalli, J., and Powell, G. L. Dentistry for the 21st century? Erbium:YAG laser for teeth. Journal of the American Dental Association, 128: 1080- 1087, 1997.
- Powell, G.L., Runnells, R.R., Saxon, B.A., and Whisenant, B.K. The presence and identification of organisms transmitted to dental laboratories. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 64: 235-237, 1990.
- Powell, G.L., Morton, T.H., and Larsen, A.E. The pulpal response to irradiation of enamel with continuous wave CO2 lasers. Journal of Endodontics, 15(12): 581-583, 1989.
- Johnson, G.H., Drennon, D.G., and Powell, G.L. Accuracy of elastomeric impressions disinfected by immersion. Journal of the American Dental Association, 116: 525-530, April 1988.
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Honors and Awards
- Distinguished Service Award, Utah Dental Association, February 2, 1995
- T. H. Maiman Award - for excellence in laser dental research. Presented by Academy for Laser Dentistry, January 21, 1995
- International Society for Lasers in Dentistry, President, 1992-1994, 1994-2000
- 1977 Voted "Outstanding Instructor" by Class of 1979, University of Washington
- Council on Scientific Affairs 1997-2000, American Dental Association
Professional Education
- 1964-1968, D.D.S., University of Washington, Seattle
- 1959-1963, University of Utah, Salt Lake City