Adhesive Bridges course for Dental Practice
This session will look at the theory behind, and the practical aspects of, adhesive (resin-bonded) bridges.
Learning objectives
By the end of this session you will be able to:
- describe the development of adhesive bridges
- list the advantages and disadvantages of adhesive bridgework
- describe the factors responsible for their clinical success
- outline the clinical procedures necessary for their construction and cementation
Adhesive bridges are a conservative option for replacement of missing teeth, but unfortunately they have an undeserved reputation for failure. They are also know as resin bonded or resin retained bridges.
Before commencing this session you should:
- complete the eDen sessions in Module 9 Replacement of teeth:
- Bridgework terminology (141-0392)
- Treatment planning of bridgework (141-0393)
- understand the rationale behind replacement of missing teeth
- have knowledge of the principles behind fixed prosthodontics
Geoff completed his undergraduate training at Newcastle Dental School in 1989, then worked in Darlington, Co. Durham in General Dental Practice for 6 years, including a year of Vocational Training. This was followed by a further year at Newcastle Dental School, completing a taught MSc in Restorative Dentistry. A further 18 months was spent at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary as an SHO in Restorative Dentistry, during which he passed the Fellowship in Dental Surgery, after which an appointment was obtained as an SpR in Restorative Dentistry at the Eastman Dental Hospital. He is currently working as a Consultant in Restorative Dentistry at the Eastman Dental Hospital.
Ken graduated with honours from Bristol University in 1982. He gained his London fellowship in 1986 before specialising in restorative dentistry.
He completed a Masters and Senior Registrar training at the Eastman Dental Hospital and became consultant in conservative dentistry and periodontology in 1995. He is recognised by the GDC as a specialist in restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, periodontology and endodontics.
He now shares his time between hospital and private practice.
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