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Cosmetic Dentistry

and Teeth Whitening

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The Cosmetic Dentist and Staff

• Requires additional training and credentials

• Similar to any dental office staff

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Scope of Cosmetic Dentistry

• Broad and diverse

• Corrects appearance of teeth

• Restores oral functioning

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Fundamentals of Cosmetic Dentistry

• Light

• Color

• Illusion

• Shape and Form

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Cosmetic Dentistry and Psychology

• Psychological– Influences– Environment

• Sociological– Influences

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Selection of Cosmetic Dentist

• Referrals

• Credentials

• Availability

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Procedures

• Diagnosis

• Treatment planning

• Legal forms

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Oral Photography

• Case presentation

• Patient records

• Lab communication

• Insurance

• Quality control

• Marketing and education

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Oral Photography

• Equipment– Various cameras and visual aids such as

mirrors

• Extraoral– Full face and profile

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Oral Photography

• Intraoral– Anterior– Maxillary– Mandibular– Buccal– Lingual views

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Contouring Soft Tissues

• Treatment

• Methods

• Technique

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Occlusion

• Skeletal, dental, muscular problems

• Impressions assessed

• Goal is to restore function

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Types of Restorations and Materials

• Composite resins

• Ceramometal restorations

• Porcelain restorations

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Marketing Cosmetic Dentistry

• Plans

• Successes

• Affordability

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Tooth Whitening

• Most requested service

• Bleaching

• Hydrogen peroxide

• Carbamide peroxide

• Sodium perborate

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Causes of Staining

• Extrinsic– Diet– Habits

• Intrinsic – Medications– Dental treatments– Injuries

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Whitening Techniques

• Non-vital bleaching

• Vital bleaching in office

• Home bleaching

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Over-the-Counter Products

• Whitening strips

• Whitening gel

• Tray systems

• Toothpastes

• Mouth rinses

• Chewing gum