Why are second molars the most challenging teeth to treat in dentistry? Why do crowns on these teeth often end up with poor contacts and pack food? We will answer these questions and many others. The "must know" principles of occlusion will be laid out in a simple and understandable way. You will also be able to distinguish between healthy and dangerous TMD conditions.

Why are some cases easy to treatment plan and others complex? Is there a system to make esthetic treatment planning simple? The answer is, “yes.” It is imperative that we provide beautiful esthetics with predictability for all our patients. Discover a simple and complete way of designing any case that combines great function with beauty. Using a functional smile design checklist, attendees will find themselves much better equipped to plan their next case easily.

Is multiple layering of different composites on anterior teeth necessary to achieve a great result? Why is it so difficult to get consistent contacts, marginal seals and contours on class 2 posterior composites? In this course attendees will practice the techniques necessary to: Use no more than two shades to attain beautiful, natural results, place, shape and polish peg lateral composite restorations and achieve excellence with posterior class 2 composites.

Participants will have the opportunity to use some of the latest proven materials and learn the functional rules of esthetics. Learn to organize and formulate an anterior case both esthetically and functionally. Understand how to create the perfect mock-up and use innovative materials to create guides for the perfect prep and amazing temporaries. Dr. Bruce will walk through an anterior case in a step-by-step demonstration.

Participants will have the opportunity to use some of the latest proven materials and learn the functional rules of esthetics. Learn to organize and formulate an anterior case both esthetically and functionally. Understand how to create the perfect mock-up and use innovative materials to create guides for the perfect prep and amazing temporaries. Dr. Bruce will walk through an anterior case in a step-by-step demonstration.