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Esthetic Continuum
Augusta, GA •
Friday, September 23, 2016, 8 a.m. - Saturday, September 24, 2016, 5 p.m.
This program will present a systematic step-by-step approach to resolve
esthetic problems with predictable results and improved laboratory
support. It will cover critical details of porcelain veneers and all ceramic
crown techniques in terms of system selection, cement and
adhesive selection, and bonding sequence. It will also cover the occlusal
management of esthetic cases in order to minimize porcelain fractures
and complications. The participant will have the opportunity to apply
what has been demonstrated via a hands-on exercise in our state-of-the art
simulation laboratory. Additional relevant topics will be discussed to
assist the practitioner in developing a well-rounded approach to diagnosis
and treatment planning of complex esthetic and functional cases.“This was an excellent 2-Day esthetic course. It touched all the aspects of my daily practice and will help me improve my techniques. I appreciate all the knowledge passed down by Dr. Chiche and the esthetic team.”
– Dr. J.E.C., Merida, Mexico
“The Esthetics Continuum course was very informative and will be extremely helpful within my practice.”
– Dr. M.F., Rome, Ga.
Location/Venue
On Friday, September 23, 2016 the course will be held on the 4th Floor in Room GC-4297. On Saturday morning, the hands-on course will be held in the Simulation Lab on the 3rd Floor in Room GC-3070. Saturday at noon, participants will return to the Meeting Room on the 4th Floor in Room GC-4297.
Program Agenda
Friday, September 23, 2016
4th Floor, GC-4297 (Breaks at 10 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.)
8:00 a.m. Welcome to Course and Introductions to Faculty – Dr. Hammond
8:15 a.m. Esthetics and Occlusion Workshop – Dr. Chiche
Key elements of smile design and occlusion for esthetic success will be discussed. Treatment planning in small groups with selected cases will be used to emphasize key points and the importance of treatment planning including when an “Interdisciplinary team” approach is needed. Occlusal strategies for optimal protection and maximum predictability will be emphasized for the complex esthetic rehabilitation case.
12:00 noon Lunch (provided)
12:45 p.m. Orthodontic Considerations in Esthetic Dentistry – Dr. DeLeon
1:45 p.m. Periodontal Considerations for Esthetic Dentistry – Dr. Stern
Diagnostic surgical techniques will be discussed to enable the general practitioner to treatment plan and evaluate outcomes of periodontal esthetic procedures.
2:45 p.m. Break 3:00 p.m. Adhesive Bonding Protocol for Porcelain Veneers and All-Ceramic Crowns – Dr. Chiche
A systematic approach to materials selection and the adhesive bonding process will be discussed in detail. Participants will learn criteria for cement selection and bonding protocol based on ceramic system being used and the clinical demands put upon it.
4:45 - 5 p.m. Closing Day remarks, Q & A
Saturday, September 24, 2016
3rd Floor, Simulation Lab, GC-3070 (Breaks at 10 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.)
8:00 a.m. Hands-on preparation for Porcelain Veneers and All-Ceramic Crowns (Hinman Simulation Lab) – Dr. Chiche
This all-ceramic preparation workshop will focus on different preparation designs according to the clinical situations (ex. diastema closure, pre-existing restorations, etc.). Ceramic selection and cementation protocols will be reviewed as the preparations are executed on typodont models in a systematic fashion using dedicated kits designed by Dr. Chiche. The preparations will include:
• Porcelain veneer preparation on a maxillary central incisor
• Porcelain veneer preparation on a lateral incisor
• Porcelain ¾ veneer preparations on maxillary canine and premolar
• All-ceramic crown preparations on a maxillary central incisor and premolar
12:00 noon Lunch (provided)
Participants will return to the meeting room on the 4th Floor in Room GC-4297
12:45 - 5 p.m. Various Faculty Presentations (60 minutes each)
Additional topics relevant to esthetic success for the more complex cases scenarios will be discussed. These topics are intended to assist the practitioner in developing a well rounded approach to diagnosis and treatment planning for these more complex and often “Inter-disciplinary” cases.
12:45 p.m. Dental Photography – Aram Torosian
Use of dental photography in esthetic dentistry is essential. Techniques for effective dentist-laboratory communication will be illustrated to increase the predictability for a successful esthetic outcome.
1:45 p.m. Interdisciplinary Considerations for Esthetic Dentistry – Dr. Londono
2:45 p.m. Break
3:00 p.m. Implant Esthetic Considerations – Dr. Londono
4:00 p.m. Vertical Dimension, Implications for Esthetic Dentistry – Dr. Hammond
5:00 p.m. Closing Remarks and Adjourn – Dr. Hammond
4th Floor, GC-4297 (Breaks at 10 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.)
8:00 a.m. Welcome to Course and Introductions to Faculty – Dr. Hammond
8:15 a.m. Esthetics and Occlusion Workshop – Dr. Chiche
Key elements of smile design and occlusion for esthetic success will be discussed. Treatment planning in small groups with selected cases will be used to emphasize key points and the importance of treatment planning including when an “Interdisciplinary team” approach is needed. Occlusal strategies for optimal protection and maximum predictability will be emphasized for the complex esthetic rehabilitation case.
12:00 noon Lunch (provided)
12:45 p.m. Orthodontic Considerations in Esthetic Dentistry – Dr. DeLeon
1:45 p.m. Periodontal Considerations for Esthetic Dentistry – Dr. Stern
Diagnostic surgical techniques will be discussed to enable the general practitioner to treatment plan and evaluate outcomes of periodontal esthetic procedures.
2:45 p.m. Break 3:00 p.m. Adhesive Bonding Protocol for Porcelain Veneers and All-Ceramic Crowns – Dr. Chiche
A systematic approach to materials selection and the adhesive bonding process will be discussed in detail. Participants will learn criteria for cement selection and bonding protocol based on ceramic system being used and the clinical demands put upon it.
4:45 - 5 p.m. Closing Day remarks, Q & A
Saturday, September 24, 2016
3rd Floor, Simulation Lab, GC-3070 (Breaks at 10 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.)
8:00 a.m. Hands-on preparation for Porcelain Veneers and All-Ceramic Crowns (Hinman Simulation Lab) – Dr. Chiche
This all-ceramic preparation workshop will focus on different preparation designs according to the clinical situations (ex. diastema closure, pre-existing restorations, etc.). Ceramic selection and cementation protocols will be reviewed as the preparations are executed on typodont models in a systematic fashion using dedicated kits designed by Dr. Chiche. The preparations will include:
• Porcelain veneer preparation on a maxillary central incisor
• Porcelain veneer preparation on a lateral incisor
• Porcelain ¾ veneer preparations on maxillary canine and premolar
• All-ceramic crown preparations on a maxillary central incisor and premolar
12:00 noon Lunch (provided)
Participants will return to the meeting room on the 4th Floor in Room GC-4297
12:45 - 5 p.m. Various Faculty Presentations (60 minutes each)
Additional topics relevant to esthetic success for the more complex cases scenarios will be discussed. These topics are intended to assist the practitioner in developing a well rounded approach to diagnosis and treatment planning for these more complex and often “Inter-disciplinary” cases.
12:45 p.m. Dental Photography – Aram Torosian
Use of dental photography in esthetic dentistry is essential. Techniques for effective dentist-laboratory communication will be illustrated to increase the predictability for a successful esthetic outcome.
1:45 p.m. Interdisciplinary Considerations for Esthetic Dentistry – Dr. Londono
2:45 p.m. Break
3:00 p.m. Implant Esthetic Considerations – Dr. Londono
4:00 p.m. Vertical Dimension, Implications for Esthetic Dentistry – Dr. Hammond
5:00 p.m. Closing Remarks and Adjourn – Dr. Hammond
Speaker Information
Gerard Chiche, DDS
Thomas P. Hinman Endowed Chair in Restorative Dentistry, and the Director of the Center for Esthetic & Implant Dentistry at The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University. He has given numerous programs nationally and internationally and holds memberships in numerous dental organizations. He is a Past President of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and is also, respectively with Alain Pinault and Hitoshi Aoshima the author of the textbooks: Esthetics of Anterior Fixed Restorations, and Smile Design – A Guide for Clinician, Ceramist and Patient. He is the recipient of the 2003 LSU Alumni Award, the 2003 Educational Community Achievement Award of the Seattle Study Club for best dental educator of the year and the 2007 Distinguished Lecturer Award of the Greater New York Academy of Prosthodontics. In 2009, he became the first recipient of the Endowed Chair sponsored by the Thomas P. Hinman Dental Society.
Barry D. Hammond, DMD
Course Director and Director of Dental Continuing Education for The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University.
Thomas P. Hinman Endowed Chair in Restorative Dentistry, and the Director of the Center for Esthetic & Implant Dentistry at The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University. He has given numerous programs nationally and internationally and holds memberships in numerous dental organizations. He is a Past President of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and is also, respectively with Alain Pinault and Hitoshi Aoshima the author of the textbooks: Esthetics of Anterior Fixed Restorations, and Smile Design – A Guide for Clinician, Ceramist and Patient. He is the recipient of the 2003 LSU Alumni Award, the 2003 Educational Community Achievement Award of the Seattle Study Club for best dental educator of the year and the 2007 Distinguished Lecturer Award of the Greater New York Academy of Prosthodontics. In 2009, he became the first recipient of the Endowed Chair sponsored by the Thomas P. Hinman Dental Society.
Barry D. Hammond, DMD
Course Director and Director of Dental Continuing Education for The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University.
Credit Information
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider 
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/cerp
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University designates this activity for 12 continuing education credits. 01/01/14 – 12/31/17.
The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship/Mastership credit. The current term of acceptance extends from 01/01/14 – 12/31/17.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/cerp
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University designates this activity for 12 continuing education credits. 01/01/14 – 12/31/17.
The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship/Mastership credit. The current term of acceptance extends from 01/01/14 – 12/31/17.
Cancellation Policy
After September 9th there will be no refunds for cancellations.
Learning Objectives
Following completion of the course, the participant should be able to:
• Recognize the key esthetic determinants essential to developing a successful esthetic outcome
• Describe the key factors for treatment planning of anterior all-ceramic restorations
• Recognize occlusal warning signs (risk factors) and plan occlusion for best protection of ceramic restorations
• Discuss essential strategies for communication with the dental laboratory
• Select the appropriate ceramic system based on the esthetics and functional needs of the case
• Recognize and implement the proper preparation design for porcelain veneers and all-ceramic crowns
• Select the cementation/bonding materials and protocol for the restoration type (porcelain veneers vs. crowns), ceramic system, and clinical demands
• Recognize precautionary measures essential to maximize the longevity of all-ceramic restorations
• Recognize the key esthetic determinants essential to developing a successful esthetic outcome
• Describe the key factors for treatment planning of anterior all-ceramic restorations
• Recognize occlusal warning signs (risk factors) and plan occlusion for best protection of ceramic restorations
• Discuss essential strategies for communication with the dental laboratory
• Select the appropriate ceramic system based on the esthetics and functional needs of the case
• Recognize and implement the proper preparation design for porcelain veneers and all-ceramic crowns
• Select the cementation/bonding materials and protocol for the restoration type (porcelain veneers vs. crowns), ceramic system, and clinical demands
• Recognize precautionary measures essential to maximize the longevity of all-ceramic restorations
Target Audiences
This program is designed for dentists and specialists.
Commercial Supporters
Miscellaneous Information
Presented by The Dental College of Georgia and Division of Professional and Community Education at Augusta University, Augusta, Ga.
The Augusta University Division of Professional and Community Education complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require special services, facilities or dietary considerations (vegetarian or otherwise) to support your participation in this continuing education program, contact the conference coordinator at 800-221-6437 or 706-721-3967.
Although every effort will be made to have a comfortable temperature in the meeting room, we realize that everyone’s comfort zone is different. Please bring a jacket or light wrap in case the room is too cool for your comfort.
The Augusta University Division of Professional and Community Education complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require special services, facilities or dietary considerations (vegetarian or otherwise) to support your participation in this continuing education program, contact the conference coordinator at 800-221-6437 or 706-721-3967.
Although every effort will be made to have a comfortable temperature in the meeting room, we realize that everyone’s comfort zone is different. Please bring a jacket or light wrap in case the room is too cool for your comfort.