There are a number of variables that must be mastered and implemented in order to achieve an esthetic result. This introductory level course will provide attendees with the foundation necessary to objectively evaluate dental esthetics and immediately implement these principles to daily practice utilizing direct composite resin.

Day 1
Morning

• Lecture:

1. Applying principles of smile design and analysis of proportions
2. Examination of anterior morphology
3. Importance of the mid-line "Critical Zone"
4. Material selection – which composites to choose and where to use them

• Hands-on:

1. Single shade composite veneers

Afternoon

• Lecture:

5. Understanding the components of the polychromatic incisal edge
6. Utilizing hue, value and chroma to determine color
7. The application of the palatal stent

• Hands-on:

2. Polychromatic Class IV

Day 2
Morning

• Lecture:

1. Opacity vs translucency – the what and the when
2. Effectively masking fracture lines
3. Color theory continued

• Hands-on:

1. Polychromatic class IV restoration continued

Afternoon

• Lecture:

4. Finishing and Polishing techniques
5. Discussion of texture and its impact on shape
6. Wrap-up

• Hands-on:

3. Polychromatic direct composite veneers

October 1-2, 2020

$3,295 includes breakfast, lunch and materials

Day 1 - 8am to 5pm
Day 2 - 8am to 5pm