Dr Mark Bowes will be among the highly anticipated speakers for the BACD 20th Annual Conference this November. Mark is a World DSD (Digital Smile Deign) Master and Instructor, as well as a pioneer for the development of DSD in South Africa. He is also the co- founder and Clinical Director of Enamel Clinic in Cape Town, and is an internationally recognised teacher, lecturer and mentor.
Mark will be presenting both a hands-on workshop and a plenary lecture in the main programme at the BACD Annual Conference 2024, sharing his wisdom in the area of soft tissue management and optimisation. Setting the scene for his sessions, Mark comments on the challenges that many dentists face in practice today:
“It is essential yet challenging to really understand patient expectations, which is why patient communication must be clear. It’s just as important to start with the end in mind – and then follow through and deliver what is being promised. When this is not achieved, patients are – justifiably – disappointed. Dentists, therefore, need a protocol in place to increase the predictability with which they deliver treatment. They also need to understand the materials they use to appreciate how their properties impact clinical outcomes.”
With regards to his workshop on Thursday 7 November 2024, entitled “The Digital Workflow of Indirect/Ceramic Restorations”, Mark offers some insights into what delegates can expect:
“During the hands-on, we will cover one of the most important topics – in my opinion – with regards to indirect restorations. This is the dentist’s communication with the laboratory and patient in order to ensure the best aesthetic outcome in terms of shape, function and colour.
“Over the years we have developed unique protocols to make sure that we very seldom have to remake any restorations. This is one of the most destructive things for us as dentists, our staff, our practice and our patients. We will look at everything from the information that we acquire from the initial consultation right through to the smile design and treatment planning process. This can only be achieved when we really understand patient needs and are working with both them and the laboratory. As such, effective communication with these individuals is essential and modern technologies can facilitate this with the use of clinical photography, digital planning and digital smile design. The ultimate goal is to get the best result with the least amount of dentistry.
“Delegates will enhance their understanding of tooth preparations for indirect restorations and record taking for aesthetic cases. We’ll also cover how to manage common complications ensuring plenty for delegates to take back to their own practices.”
Mark will complement the workshop by participating in a seminar on Friday 8 November entitled “The Transition Zone, Managing Pink and White Aesthetics, A Restorative View”. Reflecting on some of the themes he hopes to cover, he says:
“When providing any restoration, it’s vital that we consider the longevity of treatment – the goal is not just an immediate aesthetic improvement. As a dental team, we have to work together to deliver the most appropriate solutions for each patient. We must also be prioritising biologically-oriented techniques in order to achieve the best outcomes. When working collaboratively as a multidisciplinary team, we are each responsible for the procedures we contribute, but we must collectively decide what to do and when to ensure we continue to act in the best interests of the patient. My lecture will consider some of these ideas while also exploring key restorative concepts in managing both the pink and white smile aesthetics.”
The BACD Annual Conference will present a comprehensive three-day programme packed full of exciting sessions, hands-on workshops and leading speakers from around the globe. It will be held at the Park Plaza London Riverbank Hotel on 7-9 November and will once again embody everything that the BACD offers – quality education, clinical inspiration and a supportive community of like-minded professionals.
Mark is one of many looking forward to the event, saying:
“London is where my career started so it is even more special for me to be involved with the BACD event there this year. I’ve always had an amazing connection to the BACD and what it strives to achieve, having founded the South African Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry with a similar mission. I’m super excited to share my experience as a dentist with colleagues – and I believe in sharing both the successes and the failures. I can appreciate the value that this event provides from an educational and mentorship point of view, as well as social. It’s a family, a group of people you can rely on and engage with. This year’s programme also does an amazing job of covering all aspects of cosmetic and restorative dentistry.”
BACD 20th Annual Conference
7-9 November 2024
It’s Our Birthday And We’ll Smile If We Want To!
Please book at bacd.com
