ANTERIOR ESTHETIC TECHNIQUES & MATERIALS

Accomplishing exquisite anterior restorative results is a combination of preparation technique and materials selections.

This program will present an approach to plan margin placement and tooth reduction to accomplish the proposed tooth position, contour and color of the new restoration as well as assuring functional success.

It is challenging to select from one of the many choices of esthetic restorative materials that are available. We will discuss the esthetic and functional parameters of each material to facilitate appropriate material selection. An efficient and effective process for streamlining tooth preparation will be presented.

Learning Objectives:

• Anterior full coverage preparation design;
• Anterior partial coverage preparation design;
• Preparation planning;
• Anterior materials;
• Retraction & impression;
• Provisionalization;
• Bonding & cementation.

BONDING & CEMENTATION HANDS-ON WORKSHOP

Bonding and cementation materials and techniques are constantly evolving. It is a challenge of every practice to differentiate between the products on the market and know which to choose to ensure predictable results. 

This hands-on workshop will allow you to use four different techniques to cement a full coverage crown with a self-adhesive resin cement, bond in a posterior onlay with a traditional Dual cure resin system. bond in an anterior veneer with a light cure resin system and bond in an anterior all-ceramic crown with a color stable dual cure resin system.

We will discuss preparation of the restoration and also the process to be completed on the tooth.

Learning Objectives:

• Dentin adhesives, materials and application;
• Bonding materials;
• Cementation materials;
• Light and dual cure bonding technique;
• Cementation technique;
• Isolation.