AGD 2016 in Boston
 
P08: Excellence in Anterior Preparations: The Synthesis of Art and Science
Speaker:



Subject:   250 - Operative (Restorative) Dentistry
Credits:     3, Participation
Thursday, July 14 :  1:30 to 4:30 p.m. 
Audience:  D, ST, R
Fee: $295 {$345}
Location: Level 2, Room 208

Speaker bio:  Newburch, IN; private practice; director of Essentials Education, The Pankey Institute

PLEASE NOTE:  Course L03 is the recomended companion for this course.

Description:  In this session and the afternoon hands-on portion, you will learn that proper preparation design and technique is essential in order to have esthetic, biocompatible and optimum-fitting restorations. A detailed step-by-step rationale and systematic protocol for successful and consistent anterior tooth preparations will be examined. Selection of proper burs and diamonds are critical to achieving success.

Learning objectives:

  • Understanding the dynamic of proper margin placement with respect to the biologic width
  • Step-by-step protocol to achieving predictable and consistent preparations
  • Selection and reasoning behind proper bur selection
  • Essential keys to achieving smooth preparations that aid ideal soft tissue management.
Students to bring: Loupes, bur you would typically use for crown prep in your daily practice

This course is in collaboration with The Pankey Institute.