This intensive one-day, hands-on course is designed to provide clinicians with a comprehensive, practical approach to modern ceramic veneer restorations. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of diagnostic and treatment planning, preparation design, material selection, and adhesive cementation protocols. Through a combination of lecture and immersive patient-simulation exercises, attendees will refine their skills in veneer preparation for anterior and posterior teeth, mock-up fabrication, provisionalization, and final bonding.
The course emphasizes predictable workflows, effective communication with patients and laboratories, and prevention and management of common clinical complications. Under direct, over-the-shoulder mentoring by Dr. Luana Oliveira, participants will work through step-by-step veneer protocols using both conventional and digital techniques. By the end of the program, clinicians will be equipped to confidently integrate advanced ceramic veneer techniques into daily practice to enhance esthetic outcomes and case acceptance.
Educational Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Lecture-Based Objectives
- Develop comprehensive esthetic treatment plans and smile designs.
- Apply dental photography protocols specific to ceramic veneer cases.
- Utilize diagnostic wax-ups and mock-ups to improve patient communication and increase case acceptance.
- Select appropriate ceramic materials based on clinical indication.
- Perform systematic mock-up, try-in, and shade selection.
- Differentiate and apply classic versus modern veneer preparation designs.
- Compare digital impression systems with conventional impression techniques.
- Understand adhesive cement selection and bonding protocols for ceramic veneers.
- Identify, prevent, and manage common veneer-related complications.
- Safely remove ceramic veneer restorations while preserving tooth structure.
- Hands-On Clinical Objectives
- Fabricate silicone index from digital or conventional wax-ups.
- Perform diagnostic mock-ups for multiple veneer cases.
- Prepare anterior and/or posterior teeth for ceramic veneers.
- Fabricate provisional restorations for ceramic veneer cases.
- Execute proper veneer cementation and bonding techniques.
- Perform occlusal adjustment, finishing, and polishing of ceramic veneers.
DDS, MS, PhD - Florida, USA
Dr. Oliveira-Haas is a clinician and educator with over 25 years of experience in Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry. Based in Orlando, Florida, she has built a distinguished career centered on excellence in patient care and a deep passion for teaching.
She holds advanced degrees, including a Masters and PhD from São Paulo State University in Brazil, and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at the UF -University of Florida. Throughout her career, she has held key leadership roles, including Residency Program Director and Associate Professor at NSU - Nova Southeastern University and at UNMC - University of Nebraska Medical Center, as well as AEGD Residency Program Director at UMKC -University of Missouri-Kansas City.
Dr. Oliveira-Haas has made contributions to the field of dentistry through numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and lectures presented at national and international conferences. Recognized for her dedication to education, she has received multiple teaching awards and continues to lead continuing education courses, helping to advance the profession. She is the founder of Advance Dental Academy, a continuing education program provider.
