Let’s put a smile on that face

The same-day smile can provide patients with an aesthetic result that doesn’t require

multiple appointments. Combining different treatments like composite bonding and

tooth whitening, the same-day smile is an effective solution for those dissatisfied with

their smile aesthetic. But the conventional process can be imperfect –?digital

dentistry helps to correct this while promoting a minimally invasive approach.

Dr Jameel Gardee is an accomplished cosmetic dentist. As Clinical Director of his

own practice and a Digital Smile Design Master, Jameel has been paving the way for

positive, digitally-driven change in aesthetic dentistry. From lecturing on smile design

with Avant Garde to producing innovative practice management solutions, Jameel is

well aware of the challenges that clinicians face when transitioning to a fully digital

workflow for same-day smile design:

“Using new technology can mean there are issues with learning a different workflow.

Clinicians have to be familiar with the hardware and the software, but before that

they must know which hardware or software to buy. So a lot of the challenges are in

relation to ‘which equipment should I buy?’ and then ‘how can I use it in the best

possible way?’”

“However, the benefits of mastering new technologies are many, as your work can

be easier, as well as more streamlined, accurate and predictable. From the patient

perspective, the added comfort creates a better experience, and this cannot be

underestimated.”

The BACD 20th Annual Conference will spotlight same-day smile design and the

importance of new technologies. Jameel will present a workshop, entitled “Same Day

Smile: FirstFit Fully-Guided Solution”, on Thursday 7th November. Jameel details

what he hopes to address:

“I will be talking about a digital preparation system for teeth. Just like implant surgery

where you use guides for correct placement, we can, in restorative dentistry, use

digitally designed guides and handpieces to prepare the teeth in an appropriate

manner. These preparations can make our workflows much easier and more

controlled, supporting truly minimally invasive dentistry.

“There will be other experts with us on Thursday 7th , such as Dr Robbie Hughes, who

is one of the foremost cosmetic dentists in the UK, and Dr Carlos Toro, the Head of

FirstFit Academy in Spain, who will be conducting the hands-on session. The

delegates will therefore get a comprehensive experience with the FirstFit system that

we are hoping they will add to their armoury.”

On what delegates will take away from the session and how it will change their daily

work, Jameel says:

“I would hope that an understanding of minimally invasive dentistry from a restorative

aspect will be taken away. The principles that delegates will learn can improve how

they think about preparing teeth and designing smiles. I would like to see clinicians

utilising digitally guided systems to streamline their practices. This is the gold

standard of treating patients and I hope these fundamentals are understood so that

we can practice a way of dentistry that best preserves the patient’s dental health. I

would also hope the session provides clinicians with a better understanding of the

FirstFit system.”

On the need for excellent cosmetic dentistry, Jameel details the current problems

facing clinicians:

“Patients are often making poor choices and going abroad for a smile treatment.

These treatments can often be overtreatments that obliterate the teeth. We are

complaining as a profession without finding an alternative. Same-day smiles should

be accessible for everybody in a minimally invasive way that is customisable and

easy to understand for patient and practitioner.

“World-class dentistry is something we can all achieve if we follow the right

protocols. We must find more affordable solutions that do not sacrifice quality but

take away the need for our patients to go abroad and get treatments that aren’t in

their best interests.”

Jameel looks back on his long-lasting relationship with the BACD and what makes

the Annual Conference the biggest event on the calendar:

“I was very fortunate to attend the very first BACD Conference 20 years ago. I have

watched on as its grown into the premier source of dental education for ethical

cosmetic dentistry in the UK. The Annual Conferences are always first-class; the

quality and knowledge of the speakers is wonderful. It is great to be surrounded by

so many highly experienced clinicians whilst learning practical techniques that can

be taken away and utilised on a Monday morning for all. I look forward to seeing you

all there!”

Jameel’s eye-opening session is one of many high-profile workshops that the BACD

20 th Annual Conference is hosting. Besides the excellent networking opportunities,

the Gala Dinner will be an unmissable Masquerade Ball with a free bar, a delicious

dinner and plenty of entertainment. Join BACD in celebrating their 20 th birthday and

book your tickets today!

BACD 20 th Annual Conference

7-9 November 2024

It’s Our Birthday And We’ll Smile If We Want To!

Book your tickets today at bacd.com