Day 1

09:00 – 09:30 : Registration

Tea, coffee & introductions. Outline of the day & learning objectives.

09:30 – 10:00 : Welcome

Course overview, expectations, and introduction to the philosophy of refinement in restorative dentistry.

10:00 – 12:00 : Lecture & Demo 1: Rubber Dam Mastery

Winged and wingless parachute techniques with live demo and tips for predictable isolation. Includes real-world clinical problem solving and troubleshooting.

12:00 – 12:45 : Lecture & Demo 2: Posterior Tooth Anatomy

Deep dive into occlusal morphology and cusp relationships using visual guides and model-based exercises.

12:45 – 13:30 : Lunch

Served in hotel restaurant.

13:30 – 15:00 : Hands-On: Occlusal Class I Exercises

Perform occlusal restorations on 3D-printed models with guided step-by-step support and detailed reference handouts.

15:00 – 15:15 : Coffee Break

Refreshments.

15:15 – 16:30 : Hands-On: Layered Composite Placement

Practice dentine/enamel layering using tints and stains to reproduce natural occlusal effects with enhanced realism.

16:30 – 17:15 : Lecture: Matrix Systems & Protocols

Overview of systems, decision-making flowchart, and wedging techniques for predictable contact and contour.

17:15 – 18:00 : Hands-On: Last Tooth Isolation

Learn advanced techniques for isolating distal teeth predictably using proper clamp selection and matrix adaptation.