Dr. Ian Buckle - Essential Course 3: Aesthetic and Restorative Principles

In this final module, we will explore a structured approach to contouring and polishing restorations.

We will investigate the different approaches to restoration techniques and preparation approaches, including direct vs indirect restorations, minimal and no-prep restorations and adhesive vs traditional preparation approaches and much more.

During the two-day hands-on program, we will discuss:

• The importance of design-driven restoration
• Minimal and no-prep restoration
• Direct vs indirect restorations
• How to make matrices from the diagnostic wax-up to deliver composite and provisional restorations that are aesthetic and functional
• The “Every Other Tooth” wax-up to deliver individual restorations quickly and efficiently
• Adhesive vs traditional preparation
• Adhesive systems – which and why
• Freehand, guided and fully-moulded composite techniques
• Chairside printable and milled restorations
• Laboratory communication
• A step-by-step approach to contouring and polishing restorations