DENT-5-02196 - LIVE ONLINE Updates on Bleaching and Occlusion

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Course Description

Tooth Tray Bleaching: What We Now Know!

How current is your knowledge of bleaching products, appropriate concentrations, and technique variations? What is the proper examination for any bleaching procedure? Which technique is safest, cost-effective and efficacious? Explore tray bleaching based on published research and clinical experience, especially for children and older adults. Treatment for discolorations such as brown and white spots, single dark teeth, as well as nicotine stains and tetracycline-stained teeth will be discussed.

Occlusion: The Foundation of Dentistry

Occlusal disease is one of the three main challenges to maintaining a healthy dentition, in addition to caries and periodontal disease. Recognizing the signs of occlusal trauma on the teeth and restorations through a proper examination allows the dentist to minimize the effects and avoid restoration failures. Treatment can consist of an occlusal adjustment of the teeth, or a bruxism splint to protect both the teeth and restorative care.

Learner Outcomes

Tooth Tray Bleaching

The participant will

Discover bleaching examination components
Understand hydrogen and carbamide peroxide differences
Discuss treatment options for brown & white discolorations, plus nicotine stains
Review treatment of tetracycline-stained teeth and long-term safety
Learn indications for different bleaching techniques and research support for each

Occlusion: The Foundation of Dentistry

After this lecture, the participants should be able to:

Identify signs of occlusal disease on teeth and restorations, and determine appropriate treatment possibilities from a splint to an occlusal adjustment
Determine a predictable simple method for mounting casts to fabricate a maxillary occlusal bruxism splint that is easy to fit and adjust
Learn the sequential technique for an occlusal adjustment to create a mutually- protected dental occlusion following basic guidelines