This all day course will cover the most important aspects of adhesive dentistry for performing all types of bonding procedures. Among the topics covered will be the principals of adhesion, types of adhesives and understanding resin bonding systems. Specific recommendations will be given along with precise instructions. Also discussed will be the sealing of crown preparations to eliminate sensitivity, the indications for flowable resin, how to keep class II sub-gingival margins sealed, and how to create large, durable restorations that are virtually direct resin crowns. Polymerization will be covered, why slow is better than fast, along with enticing new data on LED lights. The controversial issue of not removing all caries-affected tissue and the ability to predict when this will be successful and when it might not will be discussed. There will also be an overview of current ceramic bonding techniques and   ceramic repair.

Course Objectives:
(1) Maximize the performance of resin bonding agents
(2) Place large durable resin composite restorations
(3) Be able to evaluate types of tooth sensitivity and treat accordingly
(4) Eliminate post-operative sensitivity in crown and bridge procedures

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