Success Strategies for Non-Vital Bleaching Treatments Lecture

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There are many issues associated with non-vital bleaching and treating the single dark tooth. Incomplete bleaching and regression of the colour after bleaching are major challenges. This informative lecture will discuss the importance of a correct diagnosis and the current tooth whitening techniques for non-vital teeth, used in dental practice focusing on new whitening innovations to treat non-vital teeth. Linda will also describe the classification of non-vital bleaching techniques to assist with predicable treatment planning.

Aim

To provide delegates with strategies for successful dental bleaching of a non-vital single dark tooth

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the lecture the delegate should be able to:

  • Summarize the scientific basis of non-vital bleaching

  • Recall why a non-vital tooth discolours

  • Recognize the trauma process

  • Identify why a non-vital tooth can regress after tooth whitening

  • Perform a detailed examination to assess a non-vital tooth for whitening procedures

  • Explain the pitfalls and challenges associated with treating non-vital teeth

  • Repeat why patients experience sensitivity and how to treat tooth whitening related sensitivity

  • Manage patients’ questions and concerns with regards to non-vital dental bleaching

GDC Development Outcomes

The course meets and links with the GDC Development Outcomes A, B, C and D relating to the Standards for the dental team.