Anterior Composite Restorations: Fracture, Diastema, Laminate

About the Course

This two-day hands-on course focuses on the planning and execution of aesthetic and functional composite restorations in the anterior region, including fractured tooth restorations, diastema closure, and composite veneers. Participants will develop a systematic approach to clinical procedures, from case selection and treatment planning to the finishing and polishing stages of the restoration.

Theoretical Training

The course will cover the evaluation of aesthetic and functional parameters, shade selection, the optical properties of composite materials, adhesive systems, isolation and rubber dam techniques, preparation, matrixing, and various layering techniques. Through clinical case analyses, different composite systems and clinical treatment approaches will be evaluated interactively.

Hands-on Training

Following the theoretical sessions, participants will perform anterior fracture restorations, diastema closures, and composite veneer preparations and restorations on typodont models. Each procedure will be carried out step by step, from preparation through to the finishing and polishing stages.

What You Will Learn in This Course

Esthetic and functional analysis of anterior cases
Proper shade and composite selection
Rubber dam isolation and moisture control techniques
Matrixing and layering techniques
Anterior fracture restorations
Diastema closure
Composite veneer techniques
Finishing and polishing techniques

Kurs Programı

09.00 - 09.30
Welcome
09.30 - 11.00
Case Analysis
- The importance of esthetic parameters in composite restorations
- Case analysis guided by esthetic principles
- Direct or indirect? Evaluating functional parameters for treatment planning
- Clinical implications of the historical development of composite materials
- Current challenges and limitations of modern composite systems
- Color science and reproducing the natural tooth appearance with composite resins
- Techniques and practical tips for accurate shade selection
- Essential equipment and tips for basic dental photography
- Clinical photography, documentation, and digital case analysis
11.00 - 11.30
Lunch Break
11.30 - 13.00
Anterior Fracture Restorations
- Morphological and esthetic characteristics of dental tissues
- Preparation principles: Where? How much? How?
- The concept of adhesion to dental tissues and practical clinical tips
- Tips for adhesive selection and application
- The importance of isolation and effective rubber dam application
- Fabrication of a customized matrix
- Simplified matrix techniques for anterior restorations
- Layering technique essentials: Which composite should be used and how?
- Alternative layering techniques
- Selection and proper use of instruments and accessories for composite layering
- Finishing and polishing protocols for long-lasting, natural-looking restorations
- Troubleshooting, evaluation, and clinical tips for predictable outcomes
- Interactive discussion of clinical cases and treatment strategies
13.00 - 14.00
Lunch Break
14.00 - 15.30
Hands-on: Rubber Dam Application and Fracture Repair on a Plastic Jaw Model
15.30 - 16.00
Coffee Break
16.00 - 18.00
Hands-on: Maxillary Anterior Fracture Restoration on a Plastic Jaw Model
18.00 - 18.30
Q&A Session

09.00 - 11.00
Closing Diastemas
- Case Selection and Pre-Restoration Considerations
- Checking Dimensions and Proportions
- Case-by-Case Tips for Color Matching and Composite Selection
- Preparation and Acid Use
- Tips for Adhesive Application
- Matricing Models for Diastemas
- Use of Simple Auxiliary Equipment
- Finishing and Polishing Techniques
- Tips for Case Review and Problem Solving
- Interactive Discussion of Clinical Cases
11.00 - 11.30
Coffee Break
11.30 - 13.00
Composite Laminate Veneers
- Porcelain or composite?
- Is preparation necessary? When and how?
- Simple matrixing techniques
- Tips for creating surface characteristics
- Finishing and polishing techniques
- Latest trends in composite materials: CAD-CAM hybrids and their use
- Interactive discussion of clinical cases
13.00 - 14.00
Lunch Break
14.00 - 15.15
Hands-on: Closing a Diastema in Maxillary Central Incisors
15.15 - 15.30
Coffee Break
15.30 - 17.30
Hands-on: Preparation and Restoration of Composite Laminates on Maxillary Central Incisors
17.30 - 18.00
Certificate Ceremony