The presentation will cover the current research about the efficacy and clinical success of these new materials from simple treatments such as bleaching to more involved fixed partial denture to implant situations. Specific clinical indications for these various materials will be given based on the research and clinical evidence from ongoing clinical trials. Guidelines will be detailed that will help the practitioner to decide when to inlay vs. onlay, when to onlay vs. crown, when to direct bond vs. indirect veneer, and when and what material is indicated for fixed partial dentures. Indications and design requirements for clinical success with metal free alternatives will be featured. Attention will be given to preparation requirements, tissue management, impressions, provisionalization, shade matching and cementation using several clinical examples.
Topics Covered:
• How material physical properties relate to clinical success and failure
• A systematic approach to
indirect material selection
• When to use a "Etchable" ceramic restoration e.g. bonded porcelain
• When to veneer vs. when to crown
• When to do no-prep veneers
• When, why, and how to remove
tooth structure for various types of materials and differing clinical conditions
• When to inlay vs onlay
• Clinical management of several clinical cases covering all types of indirect restorations
Edward McLaren
DDS
Dr. McLaren is a Prosthodontist and ceramist, he has written over 25 articles on his technique and research related topics. He is currently the director of the UCLA Center for Esthetic Dentistry and provides a full time residency in esthetic dentistry and also mini residencies for practicing dentists. He is also director of the UCLA School for Esthetic Dental Design, which provides full time and mini residency programs for lab technicians.
