Hygiene Considerations for the Orthodontic Patient
Eric B. Lowenhaupt, DDS
Modern orthodontics and all the various orthodontic techniques and appliances in use today can present very challenging hygiene problems for both the patients and the hygienist. Myriad questions arises from the dentist, dental hygienists and the patient: “What are white spot lesions? What causes them, and how do you avoid and treat them? What role do fluorides play in patients with orthodontic appliances? What is the role of smooth surface sealants in orthodontic patient? How do you clean around fixed retainers? What hygiene cautions should be observed with patients wearing removable aligners (Invisalign)? What about bleaching teeth with orthodontic appliances in place?” Learning Objectives: • The proper methods for instructing patients to clean with orthodontic appliances, and the proper methods for performing cleaning on patients with braces and other appliances • What white spot lesions are, and how to avoid and treat them, as well as the role of fluorides and sealants in orthodontic treatment • The effects of tooth bleaching during orthodontic treatment and proper cleaning for removable appliances
Course Code:
T048FL
Room: Time:
Hall F – South Building
2:30 – 5:00 pm
Type:
Lecture
Audience:
Dentist; Dental Hygienist; Dental Assistant
RCDSO QA Program: Category 2 (3 CE Credits) Fee + HST: Ticketed Free
Dr. Eric B. Lowenhaupt is a board-certified (ABO), university-trained (Emory University) orthodontist. Since 1986 he has been in the private practice of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics in Jupiter, Fla. He cares for a variety of patients, including children and adults. Dr. Lowenhaupt lectures both nationally and internationally through his company, Gnathos South, Inc., and in affiliation with the Australian Dental Association NSW/CPD.
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