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Indirect Ceramic Restorations, Hands-on Course
Augusta, GA •Saturday, October 22, 2016, 7:30 a.m. - Thursday, September 22, 2016, 4 p.m.
This hands on course is intended for the general practitioner with the purpose of exposing him to new dental materials and techniques in the field of indirect restorative dentistry. This course will increase your knowledge on the different preparation designs and cementation protocols as well as the use of CAD-CAM technology for fast and accurate digital impressions. In addition, participants will gain current information on the selection of the best ceramic substrate based on esthetic needs.
Location/Venue
The course will be held at The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, Room GC4297 and Simulation Lab, Room GC3070.
Program Agenda
Saturday, October 22, 2016
7:30 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast
7:45 a.m. Welcome & Course Overview – Dr. Mario Romero Course Director
8:00 a.m. Indirect ceramic restorations Part I: Indications, endodontic considerations, periodontics considerations, preparation design for anterior and posterior teeth, shade selection and lab communication, temporization. – Dr. Mario Romero
9:45 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m. Indirect ceramic restorations part II: Conventional impression technique, selection of the type of restoration: lithium disilicate, monolithic zirconia, layered zirconia and PFM. – Dr. Mario Romero
11:00 a.m. Digital Immpression: CAD-CAM digital impression technique. – Dr. Alan Furness
12:00 p.m. Lunch (Boxed lunch provided)
12:45 p.m. Indirect ceramic restorations part III: Cementation protocols, occlusal adjustment and final polishing of the restorations. Q&A Session – Dr. Mario Romero
2:00 p.m. Break
2:15 p.m. Hands-On Cementation technique: Participants will have the opportunity to practice different cementation protocols using a prefabricated tooth and crown. A CADCAM impression will be demonstrated. – Dr. Mario Romero
4:00 p.m. Adjourn
7:30 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast
7:45 a.m. Welcome & Course Overview – Dr. Mario Romero Course Director
8:00 a.m. Indirect ceramic restorations Part I: Indications, endodontic considerations, periodontics considerations, preparation design for anterior and posterior teeth, shade selection and lab communication, temporization. – Dr. Mario Romero
9:45 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m. Indirect ceramic restorations part II: Conventional impression technique, selection of the type of restoration: lithium disilicate, monolithic zirconia, layered zirconia and PFM. – Dr. Mario Romero
11:00 a.m. Digital Immpression: CAD-CAM digital impression technique. – Dr. Alan Furness
12:00 p.m. Lunch (Boxed lunch provided)
12:45 p.m. Indirect ceramic restorations part III: Cementation protocols, occlusal adjustment and final polishing of the restorations. Q&A Session – Dr. Mario Romero
2:00 p.m. Break
2:15 p.m. Hands-On Cementation technique: Participants will have the opportunity to practice different cementation protocols using a prefabricated tooth and crown. A CADCAM impression will be demonstrated. – Dr. Mario Romero
4:00 p.m. Adjourn
Lodging Information
A multitude of lodging options await you in Augusta. These include meeting-friendly hotels, charming bed and breakfasts, Riverwalk hotels, and historic, 100-year-old lodging. See how Augusta properties can accommodate a variety of tastes, budgets and travel requirements. Many hotels are situated near Downtown Augusta's major attractions, making sightseeing simple and convenient.
Speaker Information
Mario F. Romero, DDS, Assistant Professor in the Department of Oral Rehabilitation and Course Director of Esthetics in Restorative Dentistry at DCG. Dr. Romero received his DDS from the University of Guayaquil (Ecuador) School of Dentistry in 1995. He completed a two year Advanced Education in General Dentistry Program at the University of Rochester, Eastman Institute for Oral Health where he was granted the Handyman Award for Excellence. He attended the Dawson Academy and is the author of the book Physiologic Basis of Occlusion and its Clinical Applications published by Bausch, Germany. He maintained a private practice with emphasis in Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry for 15 years prior to joining The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University in 2013.
Alan R. Furness, DMD is currently an Assistant Professor in the Dept of Oral Rehabilitation at the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University. Dr. Furness is a 1999 graduate from MUSC and after completion of an AEGD residency in the U.S. Navy Dental Corps, he purchased a practice in Charleston, SC. In addition to private practice, Dr. Furness has served as an adjunct faculty member at MUSC. He also provided consulting on integration and implementation of computerized technology with a focus on CAD/CAM restorative dentistry. Dr. Furness was recruited by the DCG in 2010 and currently directs several courses in treatment planning and diagnoses. In addition, he teaches in the operative, esthetics, and the advanced prosthodontics courses where he lectures on technology and posterior indirect ceramic restorations using CAD/CAM technology. In 2014, he was awarded the Pierre Fauchard, “Excellence in Dental Education” and “Outstanding Faculty Member” from the International College of Dentists.
Alan R. Furness, DMD is currently an Assistant Professor in the Dept of Oral Rehabilitation at the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University. Dr. Furness is a 1999 graduate from MUSC and after completion of an AEGD residency in the U.S. Navy Dental Corps, he purchased a practice in Charleston, SC. In addition to private practice, Dr. Furness has served as an adjunct faculty member at MUSC. He also provided consulting on integration and implementation of computerized technology with a focus on CAD/CAM restorative dentistry. Dr. Furness was recruited by the DCG in 2010 and currently directs several courses in treatment planning and diagnoses. In addition, he teaches in the operative, esthetics, and the advanced prosthodontics courses where he lectures on technology and posterior indirect ceramic restorations using CAD/CAM technology. In 2014, he was awarded the Pierre Fauchard, “Excellence in Dental Education” and “Outstanding Faculty Member” from the International College of Dentists.
Credit Information
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider 
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/cerp
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University designates this activity for 7 continuing education credits. 01/01/14 – 12/31/17.
The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship/Mastership credit. The current term of acceptance extends from 01/01/14 – 12/31/17.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/cerp
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University designates this activity for 7 continuing education credits. 01/01/14 – 12/31/17.
The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship/Mastership credit. The current term of acceptance extends from 01/01/14 – 12/31/17.
Cancellation Policy
After October 7, 2016, there will be no refunds for cancellations.