How Not to Play Restoration Roulette: Know the Strength of Your Indirect Restoratives and Provide Beautiful Restorations that Last!

Set yourself up for positive patient outcomes by understanding different ceramic strength testing methods and how they impact you.

Dr. James Klim will share his methodology for material selection in case planning to ensure long-term restoration survival and outstanding patient experiences. Learn how he has kept his patients smiling bright for more than 30 years by decoding the data and using it to maximize functional and aesthetic outcomes. Dr. Klim will also provide an introduction to ISO dental material strength testing.

Dr. Jason A. Griggs, Global Head of ISO - The International Organization for Standardization-Dental Ceramics will provide detailed information on how this testing is performed, the importance of knowing which testing method was used, and share new and surprising ceramic strength results when tested according to the ISO 6872 standard.    (enter class)

Hybrid Implant Digital Dentures: Faster and Better

Denture technology has remained relatively unchanged for decades. Thanks to new record-taking techniques, sophisticated digital technology, advanced base and teeth materials, and precision-milling strategies, dentures are undergoing a paradigm shift. They are no longer your grandmother’s denture.

Advanced 3D digital software utilize anatomical landmarks and face overlays to more accurately position teeth in a consistent manner that can result in a reduced number of treatment appointments. Material and manufacturing breakthroughs allow the clinician to expect enhanced digital denture strength and esthetics. Implant-supported dentures and hybrid dentures have benefited the most from this wave innovation.    (enter class)

OptraDam Plus and OptraGate

OptraDam Plus is based on an innovative, three-dimenional technique to establish a completely dry treatment field.

Due to its anatomical shape and flexible, three-dimensional design, OptraDam is completely different from conventional rubber dams. As the dam is automatically stretched in an oral direction, an automatic hold of the device in the oral cavity is ensured. OptraDam is available in the adult sizes “Regular” and "Small".

OptraGate is a latex-free lip and cheek retractor. The aid’s unique flexibility and elasticity make it comfortable to wear and assist patients to keep their mouth open.    (enter class)