CEREC Mastery For Dental Assistants (CL1)
Course Overview: 13 CE Credits
Designed specifically for chairside assistants, the CEREC Mastery for Dental Assistants (CL1) course offers an intensive, hands-on learning experience focused on the CEREC restoration process. This course is ideal for teams aiming to enhance patient care through a unified approach, utilizing the CEREC system for efficient, single-visit treatments.
Course Cost: Team Members: $2,245
Lecturer:
Mark Fleming, DDS
Dr. Mark J. Fleming, a distinguished alumnus of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, class of 1978, has made significant contributions in the realm of dental technology. An acclaimed speaker, Dr. Fleming has shared his extensive knowledge on CEREC technology with various international audiences. His expertise has also been instrumental on the board of an international dental academy, promoting the understanding and application of computerized dental technologies and machinable restorative materials.
In addition to his speaking engagements, Dr. Fleming offers his insight as a consultant to various dental manufacturing companies, aiding in product development and evaluation. His journey with CEREC technology began in 2001, and he has been actively involved as a beta tester for CEREC software since 2004.
His current roles include serving as Resident Faculty at CDOCS.com, where his wealth of experience benefits both learners and the broader dental community. Furthermore, Dr. Fleming is not only a Basic and Advanced Trainer for Patterson Dental in CEREC technology but also serves as the Editor for CDOCS.com Magazine, further cementing his position as a thought leader in dental technology.
Empowering the Dental Team
The efficiency of a dental office significantly increases when the entire team effectively collaborates using the CEREC system. This two-day workshop is dedicated to empowering dental assistants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in various aspects of the CEREC process, including software utilization, design, material selection, and milling.
Hands-On Experience and CE Credit
Participants will have access to individual CEREC workstations, ensuring in-depth hands-on experience in designing and finishing CEREC restorations. This course not only enhances practical skills but also contributes to Continuing Education (CE) credits.
Learning Objectives
- Understanding ideal preparation designs for inlays, onlays, veneers, and crowns.
- Exploring various design techniques such as Biogeneric Individual, Biogeneric Copy, Copy and Mirror, their applications, and when to use them.
- A comprehensive review of available materials and their clinical applications.
- Practical exercises with dedicated CEREC workstations for each participant.
- Techniques for staining and glazing for aesthetic restorations.
Additional Skills Covered
- Polishing techniques for aesthetically pleasing restorations.
- Detailed guidance on the zirconia restoration fabrication process.
- Discussion on various cementation techniques.
- Fabrication processes for inlays, onlays, crowns, and bridges.