The BMLA Annual Conference and Educational Courseslasers are now 2 separate courses. Not only do we have dedicated conference sessions for skin laser treatments, photodynamic therapy

Wednesday 8th - Friday 10th May 2019

Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow 1

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The BMLA Annual Conference and Educational Courses

Park Inn By Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London HeathrowWednesday 8th - Friday 10th May 2019



WELCOME TO THE BMLA CONFERENCE 2019

It gives me great pleasure to welcome to you to the 37th Annual Conference of the British Medical Laser Association, Park Inn by Radisson, Heathrow, London.

The BMLA conference is a unique platform for exchange of knowledge, ideas, recent advances, and everything else in the field of lasers and light based devices for all medics, surgeons, nurses, technicians, aestheticians and scientists who are directly or indirectly involved in the use of such devices for improving their patients’ and clients’ health and wellbeing. Whilst it is always a challenge to cater to such a diverse group of candidates, the BMLA has been accepting this challenge year on year and delivering high quality, evidence based, scientific programme to stimulate the minds of medical and aesthetic laser enthusiasts.

Like always, we start our conference with laser core of knowledge and skin courses. These courses are highly subscribed and the demand for spaces has grown year on year. By popular demand, hair removal and vascular lasers are now 2 separate courses.

Not only do we have dedicated conference sessions for skin laser treatments, photodynamic therapy and biophotonics, use of lasers in surgery; the 2019 BMLA conference will see a new session on ‘Lasers in Dentistry’.

The BMLA prides itself in being inclusive and we will continue to have a dedicated ‘nurses and therapists’ session’ which has been so popular in the last few years. Besides the scientific bonanza, we promise to offer delegates a great opportunity to establish new contacts, pick up pearls of wisdom from experienced colleagues and of course enjoy the conference dinner at the De Vere Beaumont Estate in Old Windsor on Thursday evening.

I am very excited about holding this conference in London, and the venue is especially conveniently located for ease of access for everyone. Ladies and gentlemen, many things are uncertain after Brexit 2019, but one thing is certain - BMLA 2019 is going to be the biggest and best BMLA conference to date! We look forward to welcoming you to London.

Vishal Madan, President BMLA

The BMLA Annual Conference & Educational Courses

Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow6

SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE WELCOMEThe BMLA annual conference is the leading laser conference in the UK and this is reflected in both the quality of the talks and the culture of lively and respectful debate. As always, our core sessions on laser safety and science, PDT, biophotonics and skin lasers are showcasing some of the world’s leading experts and their cutting-edge work. This is bolstered by the very popular nursing and therapist session organised by Sister Kerry Muggeson and Sister Natalie Allen and a session dedicated to adult and paediatric dermatology organised by Dr Samira Syed.

I am delighted to welcome new topics on lasers in dentistry which have been driven by our newest executive member Dr Reem Hanna. Lasers in dentistry is an important sector which continues to grow and develop at a fast rate and this promises to be a regular feature at future BMLA conferences.

The last couple of years have seen considerable progress with regulations, standards and education around laser treatment and this is reflected in our special session on education and regulation as well as a great debate where we will analyse two years of the BMLA Essential Standards as well as launching some new guidelines – make sure that you don’t miss it!

It is my pleasure to welcome Prof Eric Sidebottom who will be providing this year’s Oswal Oration on the development of Penicillin. Prof Sidebottom’s distinguished career includes work in medicine and teaching at the Sir William Dunn School of Pathology Oral Histories, Oxford University (where he is now an official historian) and his thought-provoking talk on medical history will provide us with interest and perspective.

It is with great sadness that we learnt of the passing of San Francisco based dermatologist Dr Vic Narurkar in January. He had kindly agreed to provide a talk as an invited speaker at this year’s conference and Dr Vishal Madan will say a few words on this as BMLA Chairman during session 6.

Finally, I highly recommend that you visit our Problem Page session early Friday afternoon. This is a highly popular and educational session where you have the opportunity to discuss rare and unexpected complications with an expert panel and strong audience input.

I look forward to seeing you around.

Tom Lister,Scientific Programme Chair



COMMITTEE LISTOrganising Committee

• Jon Exley, Lynton

• Reem Hanna, King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

• Maninder Kalkat, Birmingham Heartlands Hospital

• Tom Lister, Salisbury

• Vishal Madan, Dermatology, Manchester (Chair)

• Harry Moseley, Photobiology, Dundee

Scientific Committee

• Reem Hanna, King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

• Maninder Kalkat, Birmingham Heartlands Hospital

• Tom Lister, Salisbury

• Vishal Madan, Dermatology, Manchester

• Sanjay Rajpara, Dermatology, Aberdeen

CourseCommittee

• Harry Moseley, Photobiology, Dundee

Have you joined our closed BMLA Facebook Group for members yet?

This group has been created to facilitate informal discussions relating to laser and light based treatments among BMLA members. We will post news items and links

pertaining to lasers and information on forthcoming meetings and events. Members are welcome to post anonymised details of difficult to manage cases for opinions/

recommendations from fellow members but please bear in mind that patient details should never be posted. Advice offered in the forum will not qualify as professional

opinion for medico-legal purposes.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BMLAGroup/



Wednesday May 8th 201910:00 - 19:00 Conference desk opens

10:30 - 13:30

Core of Knowledge Endeavour Room (additional fee required)

14:00 - 15:15

Course 1 - Laser Hair Removal Endeavour Room (additional fee required)

15:25 - 16:40

Course 2 - Laser Treatment of Vascular Lesions Endeavour Room (additional fee required)

16:50 - 18:05

Course 3 - Laser Treatment of Tattoos and Pigmented Lesions Endeavour Room (additional fee required)

18:00 - 19:00 BMLA Executive Meeting Syndicate 01 (Private Meeting)

18:15 - 19:30

Course 4 - Ablative Laser Rejuvenation – Technologies, Treatment Principles & Applications Endeavour Room (additional fee required)

19:30 - 21:00 Networking Reception Discovery Bar (Pre-registration required)

AGENDA

Thursday May 9th 201908:00 - 16:30 Conference desk opens 08:30 - 09:00 Arrival refreshments Exhibition & Catering Area

Track 1 Track 209:00 - 10:30

Session 1: Surgical and Skin LasersChair: Maninder Singh Kalkat

Discovery Room

Session A: PDTChair: Harry Moseley

Endeavour Room

09:00 - 09:20SS01 Use of PDT and Laser in Thoracic Surgery Mr Maninder Singh Kalkat, Birmingham Heartlands Hospital

09:20 - 09:40INV01 Vascular anomalies of the lips, the tongue and the mouth: management with laser technologies Professor Enrico Bernè, Magenta Medical Center, Institute for Study and Care of Vascular Anomalies, Milan, Italy

09:40 - 09:55OP01 Solution for periorbital dark circlesDr Sanjay Rajpara, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Ward 29

09:00 - 09:30INV09 BAD Guidelines and Service Standards Professor Sally Ibbotson, Head Of Photobiology Unit, University Of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital & Medical School

09:30 - 09:50OP12 Sunscreen choice for maximal dose delivery in daylight photodynamic therapy Dr Paul O’Mahoney, University Of Dundee

09:50 - 10:10OP13 The influence of weather on daylight PDT in Scotland Dr Iman Kotb, Specialist Trainee in Dermatology, NHS Tayside

Disclaimer: Speaker names, affiliations, abstract titles and abstracts in the Programme are presented as submitted by the corresponding author.



11:00 - 12:30

Session 2: Lasers in Dentistry (Oral surgery, implantology and endodontics)Chair: Stefano Benedicenti

Discovery Room

Session B: PhotodiagnosticsChair: Tom Lister

Endeavour Room

11:00 - 11:22INV02 Utilisation of laser in endodontics Prof. Stefano Benedicenti, University of Genoa

11:22 - 11:45INV03 The use of laser in the management of oral and facial vascular lesions Professor Enrico Bernè, Magenta Medical Center, Institute for Study and Care of Vascular Anomalies, Milan, Italy

11:45 - 12:07INV04 The use of laser in the field of implantology and peri-implantitisProf. Massimo Frosecchi, University of Genoa

12:07 - 12:30INV05 The use of the Er:YAG in the management of snoringProf. Isabelle Fini Storchi, University Of Genoa

11:00 - 11:30INV10 Advances in Raman spectroscopy for rapid molecular identification of disease - Are we there yet?Professor Nick Stone, Professor of Biomedical Imaging and Biosensing, University Of Exeter

11:30 - 11:50OP15 Performance of handheld light meter for measuring erythemally effective UVR output from sunbeds Ms Isla Barnard Phd Student, University Of St Andrews

11:50 - 12:15OP16 Enhancing experimental protoporphyrin IX-induced photodynamic therapy utilising a new combined iron chelating prodrugProfessor Alison Curnow, University of Exeter Medical School

10:30 - 11:00 Morning refreshments and exhibition Exhibition & Catering Area

Thursday May 9th 2019Track 1 Track 2

09:55 - 10:10OP02 What home IPL hair reduction devices do and are they effective? Dr Godfrey Town, Laser Protection AdviserGCG Healthcare Ltd

10:10 - 10:30OP03 Hairy mouths: a simple solution to a hairy problem Dr Rebecca Davis, NHS

10:10 - 10:30OP14 Ultraviolet radiation exposure and effective daylight photodynamic therapy treatment times Dr Luke McLellan, Postdoctoral ResearcherUniversity Of Dundee

12:30 - 13:30 Lunch and exhibition Exhibition & Catering Area

13:00 - 13:30 BMLA AGM (Members only) Discovery Room

13:30 - 14:15 The Great Debate Discovery Room Chair: Jon Exley (See page 19 for more information)



14:15 - 15:40

Session 3: Nursing and Therapist Session Discovery RoomChair: Natalie Allen and Kerry Muggeson

14:15 - 14:40SS02 How laser treatment trends in the Plastic surgery and Laser centre have changed over the last decade Ms Roxana Chiru, Bedford Hospital NHS Trust

14:40 - 14:55SS03 Preparation for anxious children undergoing laser therapyMrs Hilary Kennedy, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Great Ormond Street Hospital London

14:55 - 15:10SS04 Combining Laser/IPL for Skin RejuvenationMrs Rhiannon Smith, Clinical Trainer, Lynton Lasers Ltd

15:10 - 15:20SS05 The treatment of pre-cancerous skin lesions & skin cancers with laser therapyMrs Natalie Allen, Bedford Hospital NHS Trust

15:20 - 15:40Troubleshooting Q & A session

15:30 - 16:00 Refreshments and exhibition Exhibition & Catering Area

Track 1 Track 216:00 - 17:30

Session 4: Skin LasersChair: Vishal Madan

Discovery Room

16:00 - 16:30INV06 Fractional CO2 lasers in the management of scars in Indian patients (Delivered in AAD and EADV )Dr Koushik Lahiri, Director of WIZDERM and Senior Consultant Dermatologist of Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, India

16:30 - 16:50SS06 Current understanding and approach to the management of scars with laser therapy (Sponsored by Candela) Dr Firas Al-Niaimi, Group Medical DirectorSk:N Clinics London

16:50 - 17:05OP04 Results of the diode laser 805nm application among groups of various ethinicity- cohort study resultsMs Magdalena Atta-Motte, Lpa5th Avenue Medical Clinic

17:05 - 17:15OP05 Epilation results comparison: diode laser versus IPL. The effectiveness of diode laser epilation following IPLDr Izabela Zaleska, University Of Physical Education In Krakow, Poland

Session C: Low Level Lasers (LLLT) and LEDs in Medicine and DentistryChair: Reem Hanna

Endeavour Room

16:00 - 16:20INV11 The current concept of LLLT (Photobiomodulation) (Genoa Flattop profile versus Gaussian profile) and the way forwardProf. Stefano Benedicenti, University of Genoa

16:20 - 16:40INV12 Photobiomodulation in bone regenerationDr Reem Hanna, Associate Specialist in Oral Surgery, King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

16:40 - 16:55OP17 Effects of low-level laser therapy on grades II and III of diabetic foot ulcersDr Mitra Hajizadeh, Director Manager, Merit

16:55 - 17:15INV13 An Update on APDT in DentistryProfessor Mark Wainwright, Liverpool John Moores University



Friday May 10th 201908:00 - 15:00 Conference desk opens

Track 1 Track 208:15 - 09:30

Session 5: Adult and Paediatric DermatologyChair: Samira Batul Syed

Discovery Room

Session D: Basic Science and SafetyChair: Tom Lister

Endeavour Room

08:15 - 08:45INV07 Side effects of lasers in the paediatric population and safety in the paediatric laser room Dr Karolina Gholam, Paediatric Dermatology Consultant, Great Ormond Street Hospital

08:45 - 09:00SS07 NdYaG laser treatment for hirsutism in children Chaldaiopoulou Soultana, Great Ormond Street Hospital NHS Foundation Trust for Children, London

09:00 - 09:15SS08 Cutaneous Lymphatic Malformations Treated with the Multiplex Laser Dr Samira Batul Syed, Associate Specialist In Paediatric Dermatology/locum ConsultantGreat Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

09:15 - 09:30OP07 Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis treated with 308nm excimer light and topical bimatoprost- a case report Dr Firas Kreeshan, Dermatology Specialist Registrar, Salford Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

08:15 - 08:30OP18 Laser tattoo removal – a deeper analysis of the various processesMichael Murphy, DermaLase Training Services

08:30 - 08:45OP19 Numerical model of laser tissue ablation and thermal injuryMr Lewis Mcmillan, Phd Student, St Andrews University

08:45 - 09:00OP20 Longer pulsewidths are clinically better when treating hair/blood vessels with laser/IPL systemsMichael Murphy, DermaLase Training Services

09:00 - 09:15OP21 Safety measures to reduce the risks of laser-generated biologic air contaminantsDr Zambia Kader, Consultant, London Laser

09:45 - 10:30

The Vasant Oswal Oration Discovery RoomChair: Vishal Madan

INV15 The true history of PenicillinDr Eric Sidebottom, University of Oxford

Track 1 Track 2

17:15 - 17:30OP06 308nm excimer laser in targeted dermatological conditions – 15 years experience Dr Zambia Kader, Consultant, London Laser

17:15 - 17:30INV14 Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy as an adjunctive tool for the surgical management of chronic periodontitisDr Snehal Dalvi, University of Genoa, Italy

19:00 - 23:30

Conference dinner (Pre-registration and additional fee required) De Vere Beaumont Estate A drinks reception, three course meal and dancing in the beautiful Chapel at De Vere Beaumont Estate, Burfield Road, Old Windsor. Return coach travel from the conference hotel is included.



Track 1 Track 211:00 - 12:30 Session 6: Skin & Aesthetics

Chair: Sanjay Rajpara Discovery Room

Session E: Education and Regulations in Medical and Cosmetic Laser TreatmentChairs: Stan Batchelor and Jon Exley

Endeavour Room

11:00 - 11:30INV08 Acne Scarring: What’s new and true? Dr Bav Shergill, Glow Dermatology Ltd

11:30 - 11:45OP08 The use of Lasers in connective tissue and inflammatory disorders in a tertiary laser clinic Dr Leila Asfour, Salford Royal Foundation Trust

11:45 - 12:00OP09 Rhinophyma in women: A case series Dr Leila Asfour, Salford Royal Foundation Trust

12:00 - 12:15OP10 Combination of IPL and Multipolar RF for Total Skin Rejuvenation Ms Magdalena Atta-Motte, Lpa5th Avenue Medical Clinic

12:15 - 12:30OP11 A quality assessment tool for the conducting, reporting, and review of studies on the effectiveness of lasers in tattoo removal Dr Albert Benjamin, GP/Medical DirectorHumanitas Healthcare Services Limited

11.00 - 11.25SS09 Registration, standards, competence and regulationAndrew Rankin, The Joint Council of Cosmetic Practitioners

11:25 - 11:45OP22 London Aesthetic Salons / Clinics: special treatment licensing: potential disagreement between licensing body and applicantStan Batchelor, Self employed LPA and RPA

11:45 - 12:00OP23 Update on laser & IPL standards and regulation Dr Godfrey Town, Laser Protection AdviserGCG Healthcare Ltd

12:00 - 12:15OP24 Developments in laser eyewear standards - an updateMr Michael Regan, Laser Protection AdviserLaser Safety Advisory Ltd

12:15 - 12:30OP25 Knowledge of laser safety among health professionals within a regional laser unitMr Kavish Maheshwari, Senior Registrar Plastic Surgery and Laser Department, Bedford Hospital NHS Trust

12:30 - 13:30 Lunch and exhibition Exhibition & Catering Area

13:30 - 13:40 Prize-giving

13:40 - 15:00

Session 7: Problem Page Discovery RoomChair: Vishal Madan

Do you routinely offer laser treatments for cosmetic and medical indications? Have you ever encountered unexpected complications as a result of these treatments?

15:00 - 15:30 End of conference & afternoon refreshments Exhibition & Catering Area

10:30 - 11:00 Morning refreshments and exhibition Exhibition & Catering Area



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The BMLA Annual Conference and Educational CoursesPark Inn by Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre,

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EXHIBITORS

Exhibitor Stand 1

Aster International are exhibiting the next generation of Diode Lasers from GME for hair removal and onychomycosis and the proven Exsys system for treating Vitiligo and psorasis.

We are specialist developers and distributors of Rejuvalight and Smartlux Diode Light Therapy Systems for skin rejuvenation, PDT, hair restoration and inch loss.

http://www.asterinternational.com +44 (0)1295 760 686

Exhibitor Stand 2

Online Laser Training courses have been developed by laser experts and provide distance learning courses Levels 3, 4 & 5 for laser and IPL users that are independently accredited and quality assured. All courses meet current regulations and standards

https://www.onlinelasertraining.co.uk/

Exhibitor Stand 3

https://klaseruk.co.uk +44 (0)7428474847

K-Laser UK Ltd is the global leader in therapeutic lasers for rehabilitation, wound healing and pain management, used in 50 countries worldwide. K-Laser Therapy is a scientifically proven treatment option that stimulates the body’s own reparative processes, whilst providing an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect, improving clinical results and generating new profit.

Exhibitor Stand 4

https://www.candelamedical.com/uk +44 (0)7834 349 498

Candela – Global brand leader in the development of innovative devices, used by medical professionals worldwide.

With a clear and focused strategy, our Research and Development teams oversee extensive trials undertaken by respected international practitioners, ensuring our devices offer the latest technologies and reliable outcomes, guaranteeing both practitioner and patient satisfaction.



EXHIBITORS

Exhibitor Stand 6

Pro-Lite is a leading supplier of Photonics equipment including lasers and laser safety equipment. We are partnered with LASERVISION to bring you laser safety eyewear, curtains, windows, medical laser safety products, IPL eyewear and a modular system of laser safety screens. Laser eyewear is only truly safe if it is comfortable to wear, so we offer a choice of advanced spectacle, goggle and wrap-around frame styles.

http://pro-lite.co.uk/

Exhibitor Stand 7

Born from decades of research, SkinCeuticals’ high potency formulas are proven to be absorbed optimally into the skin. Our mission is to improve skin health. Dedicated to this purpose, we make one simple promise - to provide advanced skincare backed by science. Originating in the US, we provide skincare solutions recommended by dermatologists., plastic surgeons, medispas and other skincare professionals worldwide to both correct and prevent the signs of ageing.

https://www.skinceuticals.co.uk/

Exhibitor Stand 5

https://cambridgestratum.com/ +44 (0)1223 846 881

Exhibitor Stand 8

Since 1963 Dermal has been at the forefront of innovative topical formulations, developing highly effective, cosmetically acceptable and proven therapies for the management of skin conditions.Come and hear our news at the Dermal stand. Visit www.Dermal.co.uk, www.Doublebase.com or www.AdexGel.com to review our online resources.

https://www.diomedgroup.co.uk/dermal-laboratories/Welcome.ashx



EXHIBITORS

Exhibitor Stand 12

At Lynton, we have over 25 years’ experience in manufacturing exceptional, medical-grade aesthetic laser & IPL equipment. This extensive British manufacturing expertise, combined with our award-winning post-purchase support & training network, ensures the ongoing success of all our customers.

https://www.lynton.co.uk/

Exhibitor Stand 11

Venus Concept is a company driven to create progressive technology and products. We create a partnership with our customers, based on innovative products supported by unparalleled marketing and customer service support, allowing business owners to confidently enhance their clinic’s offerings with a safe, painless and profitable treatment solutions.

https://www.venusconcept.com/en-uk/

Exhibitor Stand 9

Dermalux is a multi-award winning, market leading British brand specialising LED Phototherapy for professional use. Our systems deliver clinically proven wavelengths of low level light energy via unique skin specific combinations to promote skin health, accelerate cell regeneration and resolve problem skin conditions for the face and body. Dermalux has been voted Best UK Manufacturer 2018 at the Aesthetic Awards.

https://dermaluxled.com

Exhibitor Stand 10

InMode, an aesthetic medical technology company founded in 2008, manufactures and develops innovative aesthetic platforms, combining radio frequency, light based energy and laser. The advanced technology in our InMode and BodyTite systems, enable practitioners to effectively perform facial and body contouring, radiofrequency assisted liposuction (RFAL), skin rejuvenation, hair removal and other in-demand aesthetic treatments.

https://inmodemd.com/



SPONSORS

https://aestheticsjournal.com/

Aesthetics Media Ltd is the UK medical aesthetics brand encompassing a leading monthly publication (Aesthetics journal), a comprehensive digital platform, the Aesthetics Awards and the Aesthetics Conference and Exhibition; two of the most prestigious events in the professional calendar dedicated to medical aesthetic professionals.

https://www.candelamedical.com/uk +44 (0)7834 349 498

Candela – Global brand leader in the development of innovative devices, used by medical professionals worldwide. With a clear and focused strategy, our Research and Development teams oversee extensive trials undertaken by respected international practitioners, ensuring our devices offer the latest technologies and reliable outcomes, guaranteeing both practitioner and patient satisfaction.

http://pro-lite.co.uk/

Pro-Lite is a leading supplier of Photonics equipment including lasers and laser safety equipment. We are partnered with LASERVISION to bring you laser safety eyewear, curtains, windows, medical laser safety products, IPL eyewear and a modular system of laser safety screens. Laser eyewear is only truly safe if it is comfortable to wear, so we offer a choice of advanced spectacle, goggle and wrap-around frame styles.

PLATINUM SPONSOR

https://link.springer.com/journal/10103

Springer is a leading global scientific, technical and medical portfolio, providing researchers in academia, scientific institutions and corporate R&D departments with quality content through innovative information, products and services. Springer offers a comprehensive range of hybrid and open access journals. Springer is part of Springer Nature, a global publisher that serves and supports the research community.



Venus Concept is a company driven to create progressive technology and products. We create a partnership with our customers, based on innovative products supported by unparalleled marketing and customer service support, allowing business owners to confidently enhance their clinic’s offerings with a safe, painless and profitable treatment solutions.

Disclaimer: None of the sponsors have had any direct or indirect input into the scientific content of the programme

SPONSORS

https://www.venusconcept.com/en-uk/

GOLD SPONSOR

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The BMLA Annual Conference and Educational Courseslasers are now 2 separate courses. Not only do we have dedicated conference sessions for skin laser treatments, photodynamic therapy