Elements of Design - Natural Posterior
Course Description
This intensive two and a half day course defines the parameters necessary for creating ultimate function and aesthetics with today’s new pressed ceramic, and zirconia technologies.
Through lecture and instructor demonstration, students will explore the “light dancing” system of mapping teeth into individual areas and addressing those areas with their color concerns. Of utmost importance in the creation of natural ceramic restorations is the modeling of the materials. We will approach this aspect in a very precise and systemized format that will allow technicians to complete all coronal contours and occlusal anatomy in the modeling process.
Students will be given a structured approach for creating natural anatomical tooth form with balancing symmetry, asymmetry, subtle shape and color nuances.
Learning Objectives
- Assess all ceramic/zirconia restorations.
- Evaluate options for full crown restorations.
- Design tooth form, function, morphology, and anatomy.
- Acquire techniques for increased efficiency.
- Develop natural occlusal anatomy.
- Explore bio-mechanical occlusal design.
Location: Institute for Oral Art and Design, Bradenton, FL
Instructor: Lee Culp, CDT
Tuition: $2800
CE Credits: 20 Credits
Date: November 13-15, 2009 (F-Su)
