Synopsis:

The recent evolution in CAD/CAM, ceramic, and adhesive bonding technologies offers a whole new range of esthetic, less invasive, and long-lasting treatment options. However, there are still many questions: How can I apply minimally invasive resin-bonded ceramic restorations such as laminate veneers and onlays successfully in my daily practice? How can I select the best ceramic materials and protocols to achieve optimal esthetics? How can I successfully integrate digital dentistry and chairside CAD/CAM systems into my clinical workflow? What are the best cements and bonding protocols for veneers, inlay/onlays, crowns, and bridges? How to bond zirconia to make resin-bonded bridges and partial coverage restorations that last? What are the best ceramic materials for implants from single units to full mouth reconstructions and why? And what about all these new techniques I hear about, like digital smile design, new onlay preparation designs, immediate dentin sealing, and deep margin elevation? And last but not least: is there any scientific evidence on all these topics? 

This presentation will answer such questions based on sound science and provide a lavishly illustrated clinical update on esthetic treatment options with ceramics from conservative laminate veneers and posterior onlays to resin-bonded bridges and implant-supported restorations. “Hot topics” such as digital smile design, minimally invasive preparation guidelines, new adhesive protocols, deep margin elevation, and evidence-based dentistry will be discussed: from A like “Adhesive bonding” to “Z like “Zirconia”.

Learning Objectives:

• • Differentiate modern ceramic materials and their indications 
• • Learn about CAD/CAM technology and its diverse applications in esthetic dentistry
• • Understand strategies for success with ceramic restorations for teeth and implants based on the current scientific evidence
• • Comprehend clinical guidelines for long-lasting resin-bonded esthetic restorations from laminate veneers and onlays to resin-bonded bridges and implant-supported restorations.