Morning Session

Veneers: Prep, No-Prep or Minimal Prep

Course Description

No prep veneers have been heavily advertised to the general public, and as a consequence most offices are getting the question “do you do them?” Many dentists are hesitant to offer the treatment and have questions about the procedure and the materials. Staff members tend to avoid an answer until the dentist makes a clear cut decision either to provide the treatment or not. Adding to the dilemma is that the current, leading product is shrouded in secrecy, and their course is expensive to take.

While everyone is talking about no prep veneers, nobody has put together a predictable protocol for the diagnosis, design and delivery of exceptional veneers. This fast-paced program not only will introduce you to a porcelain that is “hands-down better” for no prep cases, but also will provide you with a system for evaluating each patient and for selecting the right technique and best materials for every case. If you are a veneer veteran or just thinking about your first case, you are guaranteed to benefit from this course.

Course Objectives

Learn a predictable protocol for the diagnosis, preparation and delivery of every veneer case.
See how study models, diagnostic wax-ups and esthetic try-ins are critical to predictability and long-term success
Understand the 3 different lab techniques for fabricating veneers and the significant advantages and disadvantages of each.
Gain insights into how to discuss veneers and treatment considerations with patients who come to your office looking for a new, no prep smile.
Update your knowledge regarding the latest bonding cements and recommended techniques for seating
Be exposed to the reasons why a nightguard should be part of the treatment plan for every veneer case.

Afternoon Session

How Do You Select The Best Material For Your Patient's Crowns And Bridges?

Course Description

Confused with the seeming endless introduction of new crown and bridge materials? Unsure of what to use on your patients and why? What information is appropriate to give to the patient when discussing their choice of materials? Hesitant to give up the porcelain fused to metal crown because it has worked so successfully for dentists for the last 40 years? Unwilling to change the standard preparation design for PFM’s that you have been using for years?

Despite all the hype in all ceramic restorations, the fact is that porcelain fused to metal crowns remains the workhorse in the majority of dental offices in the United States. In fact, commercial laboratories consistently report that about 80 percent of the single unit crowns made are porcelain fused to metal. What metals are available and are some better than others? What ceramic materials are available and are some better than others? What fabrication techniques are available for these materials and do some produce better results than others?

This presentation is a must for those who are considering using some of these new materials, as well as those who are using them and want to learn more about them. Research will be cited, and clinical cases reviewed. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn more about these new materials in an era where restoration selection has become increasingly complex.

Course Objectives

Review of the advantages and disadvantages of the materials that are available
Discussion of the various fabrication techniques that are now used in crown and bridge including CAD/CAM and ceramic pressing
Factors you should consider when selecting an appropriate material for each clinical situation
How preparation design should limit your choice of materials
Developing your own philosophy on material selection
Understanding how materials are promoted to our profession now and what to be on the lookout for
Using your laboratory as a resource when selecting a material
What your patient should be asked before starting and then what they should be told about the materials used

Faculty

Dr. Cowie: A 1976 graduate of Northwestern University Dental School, Dr. Cowie practices in Jacksonville, Florida. He is a member of the ADA, American Equilibration Society, American and Florida Academies of Dental Practice Administration, Pierre Fauchard Academy, and Toastmaster’s International, as well as a Fellow in the AGD and American College of Dentists.; He has completed over 2400 hours of continuing education, including the continuums at the Dawson Center for Advanced Dental Studies, the Pankey Institute, and the Society for Occlusal Studies. He was featured in Dentistry Today for the fifth straight year as one of the leading educators in dentistry.; He has presented over 170 lectures nationally and internationally on restorative procedures, materials, occlusion, and communication skills, and has published articles in Dentistry Today, Journal of Dental Technology, the Ontario Dental Journal, Contemporary Dental Assisting, and Oral Health.

Continuing Education Units

7 contact hours. (Lecture)

Registration
Fees
Breakfast and Lunch are included Team Discount Available
Regular Fee
Dentists	$295
Auxiliaries	$195
Early Bird Fee (Up to 1 month before course date)
Dentists	$265
Auxiliaries	$165
Dates	Location	Course #
Feb. 12, 2010 (Friday)	St. Pete	100193

Continuing Education at UFCD wishes to express its appreciation to Captek, Fox Dental Lab and Ivoclar for an unrestricted educational grant, which helped in part, to make this course possible.