University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Dentistry Nathaniel Lawson DMD PhD Class II composite restorations remain the bread and butter procedure of many general dentists. Although this procedure may seem trivial, there are many clinical factors which lead to a long-lasting restoration, including diagnosis, isolation, caries removal, cavity preparation, use of liner, matrix and wedge placement, bonding technique, composite placement, and finishing and polishing. This course aims to review the techniques for each of these steps based on current evidence.
Course Objectives
1. Discuss treatment guidelines for interproximal caries and caries removal endpoints.
2. Discover materials and techniques to promote a long lasting adhesive bond and create a well-adapted restoration.
3. Analyze matrix utilization and contouring instruments to achieve a tight and well-contoured contact.
Cost: Dentist - Morning Lecture Only $140
Dentist - Full Day Lecture and Hands-On $350
Auxiliary - Morning Lecture Only $69
CE credits: 3 Lecture Hours / 3 Hands-On Hours
Course duration: 1 day
What to bring to the course: High speed FG handpiece (electric or air-driven)
Course date: Saturday, January 11, 2020
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