Fundamentals of CAD/CAM
Computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology has already revolutionised the field of dental restoration. We invite you to deepen your knowledge in this new field of dental technology and to learn more about the treatment methods of the future.
Course objectives
- Learn and implement proper techniques for tooth preparation and the designing process of single restorations
- Understand the benefits that efficient scheduling of CAD/CAM brings to the clinical practice
- Learn the technical skills required to use CAD/CAM technology
Target group
- General dentists
- Prosthodontists
- Beginner and intermediate level in CAD/CAM dentistry
Day 1 (Lectures and hands-on):
- Overview of dental chair-side CAD/CAM systems.
- Indications and limitations Preparation rules: inlay/onlay, veneer, crown
- Materials used in CAD/CAM
- Ceramic materials – How to choose them?
- Principles of adhesion to ceramics and tooth surfaces
- Cementing: overview of cements. Cementing restorations
- Clinical cases: failure and success
- Longevity and maintenance of restorations
- Clinical hints
Day 2 (Hands-on):
- Hands-on: Scanning, designing and milling of a single molar crown
- Hands-on: Scanning, designing and milling of an onlay
- Stain and glaze – milling materials and finishing of the restoration
- Tailored case to meet the course participants’ special needs
Course fee
The price for the course is 1,500€ + value added tax (24%), if applicable. The price includes lectures and training, materials, lunches and refreshments. The side program during the course is voluntary and complimentary. Please note that travel and hotel costs are not included.
Next course dates
8–9 April, 2019
Continue to the intermediate CAD/CAM or basic 3D course!
> Beyond the basics of CAD/CAM
Multiple restorations
> Digital dentistry summer/winter school
The basics of both 3D and CAD/CAM dentistry during the same week
Lecturers
Testimonials
”I chose NIDE´s CAD/CAM course because I wanted to receive more theoretical knowledge and practical exercises to become more professional in prosthetic dentistry. After the course I was able to communicate better with my lab, make the right choice of material and to be entirely responsible of my work.”
- Dr. Iryna Chulkova, General Dentist, Belgium
Fundamentals of CAD/CAM
In addition to the course, we invite you to visit Planmeca's seaside villa to enjoy the beautiful Helsinki archipelago, to taste Nordic delicacies at dinner and to relax in the Finnish sauna.
Find more reasons to visit Finland:
> Visit Finland
> Visit Helsinki
> Events and activities in Helsinki
Venue
Planmeca Digital Academy Training Center
Asentajankatu 6
FIN-00880 Helsinki, Finland