Hear about Aesthetic Dentistry in Optima Forma

Do you believe in an ultimate success formula of aesthetic dentistry? We do, and the speakers of our “IN.DIRECT SYMPOSIUM: Aesthetic Dentistry in Optima Forma” are ready to share all the secrets about it. In a total of eight lectures, eleven extremely knowledgeable dental clinicians, technicians and scientists from all around Europe reveal their own strategies for success in specific clinical situations.

The event takes place on November 5, 2022 at Kristallwelten Swarovski in Wattens near Innsbruck, Austria, and will also be broadcasted online for you free of charge. The symposium will be opened by Kazumitsu Nakatsuka, Head of the Business Unit Medical at Kuraray Europe GmbH, and chaired by Prof. Nicola Scotti from the University of Turin (Italy) and Prof. Dr. Mathias Kern from the University of Kiel (Germany).

Are digital technologies, minimally invasive preparations and zirconia the key factors for success in prosthodontics?

For DT Laura Canale and Dr. Davide Cortellini from Rimini (Italy), they are. In their lecture, they will show us why, focusing on their own philosophy called F.N.P., and on how to create different types of conservative monolithic zirconia restorations with a high level of aesthetics.

Is there an alternative to single-tooth implants especially in the anterior region?

According to Prof. Dr. Mathias Kern, single-retainer resin-bonded bridges made of zirconia are in many cases the better option. He will reveal why they are not only suitable for adolescents with missing anterior teeth, but also for adults with narrow gaps in the anterior region, and why and when they may even be useful in the canine and posterior area.

When to use what type of dental zirconia?

This will be the central question to be answered by Prof. Dr. Benedikt Spies from the University of Freiburg (Germany). With a focus on implant prosthodontics, he will elaborate on the specifications of different zirconia generations and their application as well as integration into a digital workflow.

What is the role of cubic zirconia in modern aesthetic dentistry?

Prof. Nicola Scotti and MDT Daniele Rondoni from Savona (Italy) have chosen to answer this central question, revealing how to realize less invasive preparations, select and process the materials, finish the restorations and place them in the patient’s mouth to provide for aesthetic outcomes that last.

How to proceed when the aesthetic demands are really high?

There is probably nobody who could answer this question better than MDT Nondas Vlachopoulos from Athens (Greece). In his lecture titled “(Micro)veneering”, he shares some ideas on how to exploit the full potential of aesthetic zirconia and veneering porcelain.

What are the key success factors of adhesive cementation?

Prof. Lorenzo Breschi from the University of Bologna (Italy) is the expert of the day on adhesive luting. He will show how to achieve the best bonding performance in terms of bond strength, bond durability, aesthetics and clinical excellence with different restorative materials and in different clinical situations.

What are the indications for the chairside processing of zirconia and when should the laboratory technician take over?

Dr. Claudia Scholz and Dr. Andrea Schädler from Kiel (Germany) have a clear conception of this, and they cannot wait to share it with the audience of the IN.DIRECT SYMPOSIUM. Their practical tips about processing and adhesive cementation are definitely worth gold for CEREC users.

Which factors are likely to influence the accuracy of milled CAD/CAM restorations?

This is the special subject of MUDr. Josef Kunkela, Ph.D. from Jindřichův Hradec (Czech Republic). Based on his own research and clinical experience, he will shed light on production-related differences between CAD/CAM blanks and their impact on the final restoration.

By answering these questions and spreading their ground-breaking ideas, our speakers will surely help us all move several steps closer to our goal of changing dentistry for the better. All this will happen in an inspiring atmosphere, which will be perceivable for you as an online participant as well. To register for live streaming and to obtain additional information about the speakers, lectures and schedule, please visit our symposium website.

We look forward to sharing the vibes with you!

• Sep 16, 2022