🦷 Mastering the Management of Toothwear

Join us for an in-depth exploration into the causes, assessment and treatment of tooth surface loss (TSL). This course provides a structured and practical approach to diagnosing and managing toothwear in general dental practice.

📜 CPD

2 Hours Verifiable

🔍 What You’ll Learn

Understanding Tooth Surface Loss

Explore the aetiology of tooth surface loss, including attrition, abrasion and erosion. Learn how to assess severity and apply appropriate measurement indices in clinical practice.

Conformative vs Reorganised Approaches

Compare treatment strategies for managing toothwear, including conformative techniques and occlusal reorganisation. Understand when each approach is indicated and how to plan accordingly.

Direct Restorative Techniques

Review practical restorative solutions such as the Dahl concept and minimally invasive composite approaches for predictable toothwear management.

Indirect Restorative Solutions

Understand the use of Dahl appliances, crowns and other indirect techniques in restoring worn dentition safely and effectively.

Managing Severe Toothwear

Discuss treatment considerations in advanced cases, including vertical dimension changes and the role of overdentures in complex wear scenarios.

This course is designed for general dental practitioners who wish to enhance their confidence and competence in diagnosing and managing toothwear cases within primary care.