About this Event
Course Description:
One of the biggest challenges in today's CAD/CAM practice is to produce posterior restorations that are not only functionally correct, but also esthetically pleasing. The objectives of the course are to provide theoretical and hands-on training in staining and glazing techniques of chairside ceramics for dentists, assistants and/or hygienists working in CAD/CAM offices.
Topics covered will include:
- Block selection criteria and utilizing the shade navigation app
- Creating natural contours and surface texture for veneers, crowns, and bridges
- Achieving natural shade effects on IPS e.max CAD
- Glazing techniques for completing a veneer, posterior crown, and anterior bridge
- Proper surface treatment for adhesive cementation
Participants will receive 3 CE Credits and a light breakfast will be provided.
Refund Policy: You can request a refund up up to 24 hours before the start of the course. Any Eventbrite fees will NOT be refunded.
Instructor: Jerry Varner, CDT
Jerry has over 22 years experience as a dental laboratory technician and educator. He received his training as a dental technician in the United States Navy, Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas in 1998. Prior to joining Ivoclar Vivadent, Inc., Jerry taught Dental Laboratory Technology at the Department of Defense Dental Laboratory School at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. In addition, he also served as dental technician in both the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force. After his retirement from the Air Force in 2016 he worked for the Department of Defense at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada as a Dental Technician and later joined Ivoclar Vivadent as a Technical Consultant working in the Technical Services and Education Department.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte, United States
USD 49.99