Introduction

Posterior composite "fillings" are becoming the restoration of choice in many practices. Dentist preference and patient demands are diminishing or eliminating the use of amalgam. While materials and techniques have improved over the years, problems still persist.

The objective of this session will be to present proven techniques that will minimize or eliminate problems like sensitivity, contacts, voids, leakage, contour, and time.

A hands-on experience will allow participants the opportunity to practice the techniques described and demonstrated in the presentation portion of the session.

Topics

1. Problem solving through direct posterior placement for geriatric, trauma, and other situations.
2. Bulk placement instead of layering eliminating post-op pain.
3. Learning "thru-the-tooth" (TTT) polymerization techniques for shrinkage control.
4. Creating tight contacts in all situations.
5. Time efficient occlusal shaping and finishing.
6. Become skilled at using the Contour Strip, a crown shaped matrix and the Triodent Matrix System, a sectional restorative technique

Faculty

Dr. Paul Belvedere is an internationally renowned teacher, lecturer, author, inventor and innovator of cosmetic and composite dentistry. He is considered to be one of the first advocates of the use of composites for posterior restorations. He maintains a full-time dental practice in Minnesota, specializing in cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Belvedere is Chairman of Continuing Education for the American Society for Dental Aesthetics, Co-Director of Postgraduate Programs at several well-known dental schools. Dr. Belvedere has been a featured speaker at many major dental meetings.

Dr. Belvedere is the "hands-on" director for Mastership and Fellowship programs of the Academy of General Dentistry. He is on the editorial boards of the JADA and Signature, an Esthetic Dentistry publication. He lectures at several foreign universities and abroad. He has developed instruments and composite techniques that are in use worldwide and has published numerous articles in domestic and foreign dental journals.

Tuition

$395 Enroll with a colleague and receive a 10% discount

$250 for Non-dentist staff. 25% discount for staff attending with dentist

To register

Click here to download the registration form. This form is available in PDF format and is best viewed with the latest, free Adobe Acrobat Reader program.

Registration form submitted to Esthetic Professionals must be clear, legible, and on good quality 8.5-inch by 11-inch white paper.

If you have difficulty downloading or printing the registration form, you may also request it by mail or by phone (877) EP4-DDS1 (374-3371).

Refund and Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be submitted in writing, signed, and are dated when received at EP. If cancellations are made 30-60 days before the start of the program, 25% of the total tuition must still be paid.100% of the total tuition is transferable to another program for one year with no penalties. If cancellations are made 0-30 days before the start of the program, 50% of the total tuition must still be paid.75% of the total tuition is transferable to another program for one year. If cancellations are made after the start of the program, 100% of the total tuition must still be paid.50% of the total tuition is transferable to another program for one year. Esthetic Professionals reserves the right to cancel any program seven days prior to the starting date. 100% refunds will be given or transferred to another program.

Date

December 4, 2010 - 8 CE and AGD Credits