Wroclaw Medical University - Poland
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🧑🎓 Early academic pursuits
Prof. Kinga Grzech-Leśniak began her academic journey with a strong foundation in dentistry, completing her degree in dental medicine and pursuing advanced training in periodontology and oral pathology. her intellectual curiosity led her to specialize in laser dentistry, earning a master of science degree from the università cattolica del sacro cuore in rome, italy, in 2020. from the early stages of her career, she demonstrated a commitment to integrating modern technologies—such as power electronics in medical laser systems—into dental education and practice.
👩⚕️ Professional endeavors
Currently serving as full professor and head of the department of integrated dentistry at the faculty of dentistry, wroclaw medical university in poland, prof. grzech-leśniak holds numerous leadership roles. she is also affiliated as an associate professor in the department of periodontics at virginia commonwealth university in the united states. in addition to directing the local emdola master program in oral laser applications, she also leads the laser laboratory at wroclaw medical university. as president of the polish society of laser dentistry and a key member of both fdi and wfld, she actively shapes global standards in dental laser technology and training—an area strongly influenced by innovations in power electronics.
🔬 Contributions and research focus
Prof. Grzech-Leśniak is recognized globally for her extensive research in photobiomodulation, antimicrobial photodynamic therapy, and laser-based surgical and nonsurgical treatment Laser therapy modalities for periodontal and implant tissues. her work also delves into oral pathology and microbiology. by integrating power electronics to refine laser output and precision, she has helped optimize therapeutic outcomes in dental treatments. her scholarly contributions—over 220 publications with a total impact factor of 240 and a total citescore of 1157—highlight her commitment to evidence-based innovation.
🌍 Impact and influence
Her international influence is reflected in her membership in the fdi dental practice committee and her roles on the executive boards of both the international association for dental research (iadr) lasers and biophotonics group and the world federation for laser dentistry (wfld). she is also a fellow of the international team for implantology (iti), contributing to global knowledge-sharing in oral implantology. her achievements have elevated her standing as one of the world’s top 2% scientists in 2021 and 2023 according to stanford university rankings, supported by Laser therapy clarivate analytics.
📈 Academic cites
Prof. Grzech-Leśniak holds an impressive h-index of 23, demonstrating her scholarly impact across numerous publications. with over 220 papers and an if totaling 244, she remains a highly Laser therapy cited figure in both clinical and academic circles. her orcid is 0000-0002-5700-4577, ensuring traceability of her contributions across global research databases. her pioneering applications of laser technology—enhanced by developments in power electronics—continue to be highly referenced in dental research literature.
🌱 Legacy and future contributions
Through her leadership of the emdola master program and ongoing academic mentorship, prof. grzech-leśniak is committed to training the next generation of dental professionals in laser-assisted therapies. her focus on integrating cutting-edge research, technology, and interdisciplinary collaboration ensures that her legacy will extend far beyond her published work. her future contributions are expected to further bridge clinical practice and advanced technological solutions in dentistry, ensuring continued progress in minimally invasive treatment approaches.
Notable Publications
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Title: Photobiomodulation in Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw: Outcomes in Stage I and Its Adjunctive Role in Advanced Cases
Author(s): Filip Michalak, Marzena Dominiak, Zuzanna Grzech-Leśniak, Jan Kiryk, Kinga Grzech-Leśniak
Journal: Biomedicines
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Title: Antibacterial Effects of Er:YAG Laser Irradiation on Candida–Streptococcal Biofilms
Author(s): Zuzanna Grzech-Leśniak, Jakub Pyrkosz, Jagoda Szwach, Patrycja Kosidło, Jacek Matys, Rafał Wiench, Magdalena Pajączkowska, Joanna Nowicka, Marzena Dominiak, Kinga Grzech-Leśniak
Journal: Life
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Title: Enhancing Root Canal Disinfection with Er:YAG Laser: A Systematic Review
Author(s): Jakub Fiegler-Rudol, Zuzanna Grzech-Leśniak, Marcin Tkaczyk, Kinga Grzech-Leśniak, Anna Zawilska, Rafał Wiench
Journal: Dentistry Journal
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Title: Evaluation of the Disinfection Efficacy of Er:YAG Laser Light on Single-Species Candida Biofilms—An In Vitro Study
Author(s): Diana Dembicka-Mączka, Małgorzata Kępa, Jakub Fiegler-Rudol, Zuzanna Grzech-Leśniak, Jacek Matys, Kinga Grzech-Leśniak, Rafał Wiench
Journal: Dentistry Journal
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Title: The Influence of Vitamin D Levels and Supplementation on the Treatment of Patients Affected by MRONJ
Author(s): Filip Michalak, Marzena Dominiak, Jan Kiryk, Paweł Popecki, Dominik Kubicki, Jacek Matys, Kinga Grzech-Leśniak
Journal: Applied Sciences