Advanced Adhesive and Indirect Restorative Techniques Under the Microscope
In-Person & 14 CE Units
Course Description
This intensive two-day hands-on course is designed for clinicians who wish to refine their adhesive and indirect restorative skills under magnification. Through a combination of focused lectures and extensive practical exercises, participants will master modern approaches to building a strong and predictable biobase, performing precision preparations for non-retentive restorations, and applying thermo-modified luting protocols for optimal bonding of indirect ceramics.
Working under the microscope, each participant will gain a deep understanding of adhesive control, precision finishing, and clinical protocols to enhance both function and aesthetics.
Key Learning Points
- Biobase and Deep Margin Elevation (DME):
- Understand the principles of creating a stable biobase through IDS (Immediate Dentin Sealing) and resin coating.
- Learn how to manage deep margins and elevate them predictably under magnification.
- Preparation Techniques for Non-Retentive Restorations:
- Step-by-step preparation protocols for inlays, onlays, overlays, and vonlays.
- How to preserve tooth structure while ensuring ideal geometry for adhesive restorations.
- Thermo-Modified Luting of Indirect Ceramics:
- Principles and advantages of thermo-assisted adhesive luting.
- Clinical sequence, troubleshooting, and finishing for long-term success.
Course Details
- Duration: 2 Days
- Participants: 15 delegates (individual workstation & microscope)
- Time: 08:30 – 17:00 each day
- Format: Lecture + Hands-on sessions under the microscope
Course Schedule
Day 1 – Biobase & Preparation Principles
| Time | Session | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Welcome & Introduction | Course overview, setup, and calibration of microscopes |
| 09:00 – 10:15 | Lecture 1: Deep Margin Elevation & Biobase Concept | IDS, resin coating, DME protocols, and adhesive layering |
| 10:15 – 10:30 | Coffee Break | |
| 10:30 – 12:30 | Hands-On 1: Biobase construction & deep margin elevation under microscope | Practice of IDS and resin coating techniques |
| 12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break | |
| 13:30 – 14:30 | Lecture 2: Preparation Techniques for Non-Retentive Restorations | Preparation design for inlays, onlays, overlays, and vonlays |
| 14:30 – 16:45 | Hands-On 2: Preparation exercises | Step-by-step prep under microscope; margin finishing and geometry |
| 16:45 – 17:00 | Wrap-Up Discussion | Review and Q&A |
Day 2 – Thermo-Modified Luting & Integration
| Time | Session | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Recap & Discussion | Review of previous day’s work |
| 09:00 – 10:15 | Lecture 3: Thermo-Modified Luting of Indirect Restorations | Adhesive luting protocols, temperature effects, workflow optimization |
| 10:15 – 10:30 | Coffee Break | |
| 10:30 – 12:30 | Hands-On 3: Thermo-modified luting procedures | Cementation of indirect ceramic restorations |
| 12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break | |
| 13:30 – 15:30 | Hands-On 4: Finishing & polishing of indirect restorations | Focus on marginal adaptation and surface control under microscope |
| 15:30 – 16:30 | Clinical Integration Workshop: Case planning and sequencing | From deep margins to final luting — step-by-step clinical strategy |
| 16:30 – 17:00 | Q&A and Certificate Ceremony | Closing discussion and evaluation |
Course Directors
Masoud Hassanzadeh, DDS
Dr. Hassanzadeh is an accomplished educator and clinician with extensive experience in adhesive restorative dentistry, biomimetic principles and microscope-enhanced treatment protocols.
Kia Karimi, DDS
Dr. Karimi is recognized for his expertise in restorative dentistry and minimally invasive adhesive techniques, with a focus on predictable clinical workflows and long-term restorative success.
Course schedule, venue and tuition to be announced!