Safe, ethical and predictable veneers

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Posted by: Dental Design 6th March 2024

Whether you are interested in cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, dental implants, endodontics or general dentistry, or you’re looking to strengthen your business acumen, don’t miss BDIA Dental Showcase 2024, London ExCeL, 22^nd – 23^rd March. The largest dental exhibition in the UK, this will provide the perfect opportunity to discover the latest products, materials and technologies in your chosen field, with experts on hand to answer questions and provide bespoke guidance. The educational programme will also offer enhanced CPD in a vast range of topics, allowing dental professionals to advance skills, gain exposure to new innovations and build confidence in business management.

For professionals with a passion for cosmetic dentistry, the BACD Aesthetic Theatre will be an important stop. Hosted by the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD) for the first time, the programme will be presented by several renowned clinicians in the field, including BACD Past President, Chris McConnell.

Chris is interested in helping colleagues offer ethical veneers to patients, having identified this as an area of growing concern in cosmetic dentistry. He explains:

“An increasing number of veneers are being provided in the UK, which means that the number of clinical issues related to the field are growing. More patients are requesting higher-end cosmetic treatment, including both indirect and direct veneers. However, there is an increasing disconnect between what patients think they are getting and what dentists are providing, which is leading to more complaints. As such, this is becoming an issue that indemnity companies are concerned about.

“Working with my colleague, Doug Watt, we have devised a treatment pathway that reduces the risks associated with veneers. It promotes a step-by-step approach that requires the patient to approve a trial veneer design, which is then replicated using digital technologies that ensure no variation between temporary and final restoration. It’s about slowing down and taking a more considered approach to treatment in order to validate each step and avoid the need to redo anything for enhanced patient satisfaction as well as less hassle and lower costs overall. This concept has been developed according to guidance from an indemnity provider in order to better protect clinicians too.”

Chris will be sharing some ideas on how to deliver ethical and predictable veneers in practice during his session in the BACD Aesthetic Theatre on Friday 22^nd March at BDIA Dental Showcase. About the topics he will cover, he says:

“I will be discussing ethical veneer design and provision in today’s society. I will show how colleagues can slow down their dentistry and implement more progressive protocols in order to deliver safer, more predictable treatment. We will also look at how to better manage patient expectations and ensure their informed consent, meaning they are more content with treatment outcomes and therefore less likely to make a complaint – so indemnity companies are happier too.

“My session will consider the full digital workflow, in addition to robust clinical pathways. Some of the latest technology in the market can have a significant impact on the quality of cosmetic dentistry that can be delivered. I will look at everything from in-house 3D printing to milling equipment and intraoral scanners.

“I will also present some of my own cases to show this pathway and its application in real life dentistry. And I mean real life dentistry. It’s very difficult to achieve an absolutely perfect aesthetic result in the real world, because you rarely get the perfect patient come through the doors with the perfect starting point, motivation and budget. It’s more important that we focus on improving aesthetics and so we should be judging our treatment success based on our patient’s satisfaction – and not our professional critique.

“Ultimately, the goal of my session is to show colleagues how to provide beautiful and functional veneers in a safe, ethical and stress-free manner. The old way of fast and loose veneers is not suitable for today’s profession, so we have to take a new approach.

“BDIA Dental Showcase is a great platform for the BACD to share some the latest research, new clinical concepts and real-life experiences in the field with colleagues. Attending is a great way to remain on top of the latest innovation in our ever-evolving profession.”

In addition to an array of sessions in the BACD Aesthetic Theatre, BDIA Showcase will provide various other features, including the brand-new ADI Implantology Zone and Theatre, Clinical Excellence Workshops, Dental Update Theatre, Clinical Theatre, Chief Dental Officer Zone and Theatre, Oral Heath Theatre and Business Theatre.

There will also be plenty of opportunities to network with friends and colleagues, to meet new people and strengthen relationships across the trade. From the exhibition floor to various social events, be sure to get involved in order to make the very most of this exceptional Showcase! Registration is open, so secure your free pass today at https://dental-showcase-2024.reg.buzz/register-free-pr.