Educational Aims

This course aims to provide an understanding of the science behind tooth whitening, clinical protocols, case selection and applicable UK legislation.

A 1-Hour Verifiable CPD Event

Development Outcome

This CPD Course meets the criteria for the GDC’s development outcome B & C, Effective management of self and effective management of others or effective work with others in the dental team, in the interests of patients; providing constructive leadership where appropriate; Maintenance and development of knowledge and skill within your field of practice

Learning Objectives

  • Understand why teeth discolour
  • Understand how bleaching works to whiten teeth
  • Understand the primary and secondary factors that affect whitening efficiency
  • Understand the differences and similarities between Carbamide Peroxide and Hydrogen Peroxide
  • Understand the requirements of record keeping and providing patient information
  • Understand the UK legislation on tooth whitening

Agenda

  • Introduction
  • Why do teeth discolour
  • What is the science behind darker looking teeth?
  • How does tooth whitening work?
  • The difference between CP & HP
  • The optimum wear time of CP & HP
  • Standard clinical vital bleaching treatment protocol
  • Whitening patient case selection & contraindications to whitening treatment
  • Record keeping & providing patient information
  • Legal aspects of teeth whitening in the UK
  • Quiz time

Contact Us

  • 0191 823 7990
  • Registered office address: 85 Great Portland Street, London, England, W1W 7LT