Creative Composites (DWD8MAY25)

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SubjectRestorative dentistry
DescriptionThis popular all-day course covers the many uses of composite resin as a restorative, preventative and aesthetic assessment material. New materials and techniques including discussion on the use of the latest range of adhesive aesthetic materials as well as traditional methods are covered.
Additional information

GDC registered, loupes advantageous

VenueYork Pavilion Hotel, York  View details
Date & timeThursday 8 May 2025, 09:30 to 17:00
LecturersDr Fariha Hussain & Professor Brian Millar  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Therapist (£40.00pp discount), or Dentist

Course styleHands-on course
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeA
CPD hours6:00
Cost£130.00 (subject to discounts, see Target audience above)
Aims

To train dentists in the use of composite materials. Hands-on sessions include anterior veneers with direct and preform techniques, and posterior teeth using a range of direct, chairside and indirect techniques. Emphasis is on simple effective placement and finishing procedures.

Objectives
  • To teach dentists how to use composite and adhesives to repair damaged teeth.
  • To teach techniques for the restoration of worn teeth and to be able to select and use appropriate materials
  • To be able to achieve aesthetic results while restoring teeth and smiles.
Learning outcomes
  • Assess damaged teeth and select treatment options
  • Use adhesives and composites to replace missing tooth tissue aesthetically and functionally, using bulk-fill, monolayer and multilayer techniques
  • Replace missing tooth with a range of adhesive direct and indirect techniques and decide when to use composite rather than ceramic.