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Speaker: Dr. Van Haywood, DMD, Georgia Health Sciences University
About the speaker: Co-authored the first publication in the world on Nightguard vital bleaching (at-home bleaching) with Dr. Harald Heymann in 1989, and has research, over 135 publications and a book on bleaching.

Description:
Much has been learned about options for lightening teeth since tray bleaching became popular in 1989. Questions often arise as to what is the appropriate treatment for children and older adults. The presentation will explore tray, in-office, and OTC bleaching techniques, and discuss current knowledge, especially as it relates to children and older adults. Tray fabrication techniques appropriate for children will be demonstrated. Treatment for discolorations such as brown and white spots, single dark teeth, as well as tetracycline-stained teeth will be discussed. The use of bleaching materials in caries control for children in orthodontics or elderly persons will be presented as well as how composite bonding techniques relate to bleached teeth.

Learning objectives:
Participants will be able to:

• Know the differences between tray, in-office and OTC products and techniques
• Identify treatment options for brown and white discolorations
• Implement treatment of tetracycline-stained teeth and long-term safety
• Understand indications for different bleaching techniques and research support for each
• Learn practical clinical tips for whitening, bonding and practice management
• Understand bleaching examination components, plus hydrogen and carbamide peroxide differences