Prosthodontics in the 21st Century:

Techniques, Materials and Digital Workflows

The aim of Prosthodontic rehabilitation is to provide patients with functional and aesthetic restorations.  New materials and technologies are continually being developed and introduced into the marketplace. The general practitioner is often faced with the difficult task of deciphering between available products and treatment workflows.  Navigating through the maze of materials and clinical workflows can be quite daunting.

This presentation will help the clinician navigate through the choices. A concise review of dental ceramics will be provided with specific attention to the difference between bonding and cementation of ceramic and zirconia-based restorations.  Preparation guidelines, cementation protocols, indications and contraindications for all ceramic restorations in tooth borne and implant supported restorations will be provided.  Incorporated into the presentation will be a review of current cements, impression materials as well as an overview of digital impressions used in a modern prosthodontic practice.

The lecture will also review the most recent advances in digital dentistry. The evolution of digital technologies in Dentistry is changing the way clinicians practice. Digital technology is incorporated into many aspects of dentistry including radiography, computer-aided implant dentistry, CAD/CAM manufacturing of restorations, occlusion and TMJ analysis and digital impression making. This presentation will summarize current concepts in digital technologies in prosthodontics and implant surgery, as well as the incorporation of intraoral scanners in both conventional crown and bridgework and implant dentistry.  This presentation will include numerous clinical examples in which the techniques described are demonstrated.  Key insights in achieving predictable and aesthetic outcomes will be outlined as well as the required interdisciplinary communication between the dentist, specialist and laboratory technician. 

Course Objectives:

• A comprehensive review of current dental ceramics, impression materials and cements
• Current concepts of cementation vs. Bonding of all ceramic restorations
• Preparation guidelines for partial and full coverage all-ceramic restorations
• Review current digital technologies in all aspects of dentistry
• Provide an overview of the digital workflow required in prosthodontics

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY:

Dr. Effie Habsha earned her DDS, Diploma in Prosthodontics and Master of Science degrees from the University of Toronto. She is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Department of Dentistry, Eastman Institute for Oral Health at the University of Rochester Medical Center. Dr. Habsha has served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto and currently instructs both at the undergraduate and graduate level in Prosthodontics at U of T.  She is also the founder of Women in Dentistry: Work.Life.Balance, a group  created in 2010 for women in  dentistry which aims to educate, empower and connect  all women in the dental field.  Dr. Habsha maintains a private practice limited to Prosthodontics in Toronto and lectures nationally and internationally on various prosthodontic and surgical topics.