Predictable Anterior Composites and Tooth Wear (DWD30JAN23)

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Mandatory: Dental Therapist (£75.00pp discount), or Dentist

To provide an update on the development of anterior resin composites and discuss aetiology, prevalence of tooth wear and discuss the treatment options that can be carried out in general practice and demonstrate how to manage tooth wear patients using direct resin composites.

• To discuss the signs of tooth surface loss that can be seen in everyday practice and make decisions about when to intervene
• To discuss the treatment options available for management of tooth wear that can be carried out in general practice
• To discuss clinical techniques to improve aesthetics.
• To discuss the treatment planning, patient work up and restorative management of tooth wear using direct composite bonding.
• To demonstrate how to produce successful composite build ups using palatal matrix with the layering technique.
• Discuss finishing and polishing techniques of composite restorations
• To discuss challenges, reasons of failures of composite build ups and maintenance of tooth wear patients.

Delegates will have an overview on the recent development of resin composites and the evidence of their longevity. It will also provide them with an update on the aetiology, prevalence and management strategies of tooth wear. Delegates will also be provided with clinical tips and techniques to help them improve their anterior composite restorations.