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CAD/CAM dentistry (Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing in dentistry), is an area of dentistry utilizing CAD/CAM technologies to produce different types of dental restorations, including crowns, crownlays, veneers, inlays and onlays, fixed bridges, dental implant restorations and orthodontic appliances.


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  • Custom Implant Abutments and Bars
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  • Digital Implant Dentistry: Imaging, Planning, Placement and Restorations

    Straumann USA · June 28th - 29th · University of Florida College of Dentistry

    Recent developments in digital technology are rapidly changing the way we approach planning and treating patients...See more with implant-supported restorations. Predictable outcomes are routinely derived through a coordinated effort between the restorative dentist, surgeon and technician. It is therefore imperative that the treatment team have common goals, knowledge of available technology and desire to incorporate this technology into the workflow to achieve optimal patient care and esthetic results.

  • Smile Design Workshop Featuring IPS e.max (Press or CAD/CAM)

    Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. · August 8th - 9th · Seminars/Clinics

    This two day e.max Workshop is designed to provide advanced layering concepts for individuals who are working with...See more lithium disilicate restorations. This course, which features IPS e.max Press or CAD substructures, has been developed for ceramists that are experienced in the fabrication of All-Ceramic restorations and ready to take their build-ups to the next level of esthetics. Attendees will fabricate an 8-unit smile design case restoring a combination of crowns and veneers. Esthetic layering techniques will be accomplished by using a variety of IPS e.max Ceram materials. Topics covered will include: • Lithium disilicate material science • Smile design principles • Ingot or block selection criteria • Processing techniques for all-ceramic restorations
 • Preparing lithium disilicate frameworks for layering ceramics
 • Esthetic layering with e.max ceramic materials • Creating natural contours and surface texture • Proper shading and glazing techniques • Preparation for cementation Note: Pre-course work is required for this course

  • Introduction to CAD/CAM Technology Featuring Sirona inLab

    Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. · September 9th - 11th · Seminars/Clinics

    The In-Lab Technology training is an intensive 3-day course covering all the basic aspects of the In-Lab system...See more and comprehensive training on restorative solutions using IPS Empress and IPS e.max. During the software application portion of the course, students will learn the basic concepts of scanning, designing and milling using the Sirona InLab system. Each participant will design and mill restorations utilizing IPS Empress CAD, IPS e.max CAD and IPS e.max ZirCAD materials. These units are taken to completion using IPS e.max Ceram materials. In addition to the hands-on participation, a demonstration of the press-to-Zirconia technique using IPS e.max ZirPress is provided. Topics covered will include: • Scanning models for single and multiple unit restorations • Designing dental frameworks and restorations using the Sirona InLab software • Milling glass-ceramic or zirconia materials • Preparing lithium disilicate or zirconia frameworks for layering ceramics
 • Esthetic layering with e.max ceramic materials • Creating natural contours and surface texture • Proper shading and glazing techniques • Preparation for cementation

  • Smile Design Workshop Featuring IPS e.max (Press or CAD/CAM)

    Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. · September 12th - 13th · Seminars/Clinics

    This two day e.max Workshop is designed to provide advanced layering concepts for individuals who are working with...See more lithium disilicate restorations. This course, which features IPS e.max Press or CAD substructures, has been developed for ceramists that are experienced in the fabrication of All-Ceramic restorations and ready to take their build-ups to the next level of esthetics. Attendees will fabricate an 8-unit smile design case restoring a combination of crowns and veneers. Esthetic layering techniques will be accomplished by using a variety of IPS e.max Ceram materials. Topics covered will include: • Lithium disilicate material science • Smile design principles • Ingot or block selection criteria • Processing techniques for all-ceramic restorations
 • Preparing lithium disilicate frameworks for layering ceramics
 • Esthetic layering with e.max ceramic materials • Creating natural contours and surface texture • Proper shading and glazing techniques • Preparation for cementation Note: Pre-course work is required for this course

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  • Smile Design Workshop Featuring IPS e.max (Press or CAD/CAM)

    Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. · October 24th - 25th · Seminars/Clinics

    This two day e.max Workshop is designed to provide advanced layering concepts for individuals who are working with...See more lithium disilicate restorations. This course, which features IPS e.max Press or CAD substructures, has been developed for ceramists that are experienced in the fabrication of All-Ceramic restorations and ready to take their build-ups to the next level of esthetics. Attendees will fabricate an 8-unit smile design case restoring a combination of crowns and veneers. Esthetic layering techniques will be accomplished by using a variety of IPS e.max Ceram materials. Topics covered will include: • Lithium disilicate material science • Smile design principles • Ingot or block selection criteria • Processing techniques for all-ceramic restorations
 • Preparing lithium disilicate frameworks for layering ceramics
 • Esthetic layering with e.max ceramic materials • Creating natural contours and surface texture • Proper shading and glazing techniques • Preparation for cementation Note: Pre-course work is required for this course

  • 10th International DLOAC CAD/CAM Symposium & Expo

    Dental Lab Owners Association of California · November 15th - 17th · Crowne Plaza Anaheim Resort

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  • 10th Annual CAD/CAM Expo

    Dental Lab Owners Association of California · November 15th - 17th · Crowne Plaza Anaheim Resort

    10th Annual DLOAC CAD/CAM Expo and Symposium

  • Smile Design Workshop Featuring IPS e.max (Press or CAD/CAM)

    Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. · December 5th - 6th · Seminars/Clinics

    This two day e.max Workshop is designed to provide advanced layering concepts for individuals who are working with...See more lithium disilicate restorations. This course, which features IPS e.max Press or CAD substructures, has been developed for ceramists that are experienced in the fabrication of All-Ceramic restorations and ready to take their build-ups to the next level of esthetics. Attendees will fabricate an 8-unit smile design case restoring a combination of crowns and veneers. Esthetic layering techniques will be accomplished by using a variety of IPS e.max Ceram materials. Topics covered will include: • Lithium disilicate material science • Smile design principles • Ingot or block selection criteria • Processing techniques for all-ceramic restorations
 • Preparing lithium disilicate frameworks for layering ceramics
 • Esthetic layering with e.max ceramic materials • Creating natural contours and surface texture • Proper shading and glazing techniques • Preparation for cementation Note: Pre-course work is required for this course

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  • Advanced CAD/CAM Design with 3Shape

    Dental Laboratory Milling Supplies/Digital Dental · LAB DAY Chicago 2013

    Jill Haugo shares tips and tricks using 3Shape software to create natural-looking restorations with complex tooth...See more anatomy and physical characteristics.

  • Advanced CAD/CAM Design--Creating No-Adjustment Restorations

    Dental Laboratory Milling Supplies/Digital Dental · LAB DAY Chicago 2013

    Jill Haugo shares advanced CAD/CAM design techniques for creating a zirconia or other milled-ceramic restoration,...See more requiring no post-milling adjustments, including a variety of fine tooth characteristics and morphologies.

  • An All-New CAD/CAM Material: VITA ENAMIC

    Vident, a VITA® Company · LAB DAY Chicago 2013

    Dr. Russell Giordano reviews current block materials for full contour and frameworks and introduces a new double-network...See more hybrid material, Enamic, that features milling times as low as five minutes for a single unit and reduced wear on burs.

  • CAD/CAM 101

    DAL DT Technologies · LAB DAY Chicago 2013

    Thinking about getting a scanner or a mill for your laboratory? Ryan Johnson, Tom Hagen and Roger Dawson show you...See more the good, the bad and the ugly. Learn all the basics, including what to ask and what to expect when you receive your first system.

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  • CAD/CAM Abutments and Bars—Innovation Solutions

    BEGO USA, Inc. · LAB DAY Chicago 2013

    Thomas Riehl, MDT, shows you how to use different aspects of your 3Shape implant software to ensure successful...See more designs, from single abutments to complex bar cases. Expand your knowledge of designing, offering solutions and bridging the communications from technician to machine to take your implant restorations to the next level.

  • CAD/CAM Implant Bar Designs Incorporating In-Lab Scanning

    Nobel Biocare · LAB DAY Chicago 2013

    Tad Thompson, CDT, guides you through the basic knowledge of implant bars and the world of CAD/CAM technology....See more He looks at the most popular bars being milled today and explains a basic reciped for computer-aided design.

  • CAD/CAM Precision—A New Dimension for e.max, Co-Cr and Titanium

    Primotec USA · LAB DAY Chicago 2013

    Precise full contour zirconium occlusion, great fitting titanium implant bars and abutments right out of the mill...See more increase digital productivity tremendously. Joachim Mosch, CDT, shows how the combination of CAM software, milling machine, burs and materials reduce bench time after milling to the absolute minimum.

  • Creative Edge Symposium: CAD/CAM Abutments and Bars—Innovative Solutions

    BEGO USA, Inc. · LAB DAY Chicago 2013

    Thomas Riehl, MDT, shows you how to use different aspects of your 3Shape implant software to ensure successful...See more designs, from single abutments to complex bar cases. Expand your knowledge of designing, offering solutions and bridging the communications from technician to machine to take your implant restorations to the next level.

  • Creative Edge Symposium: Transitioning to the Digital Laboratory

    Whip Mix Corp. · LAB DAY Chicago 2013

    Tim Tyndall, CDT, explores why and how laboratories of all sizes are becoming digital laboratories. It evaluates...See more the benefits, costs, critical training and technology support that will ensure your success. It covers new technology breakthroughs, such as the combination of the 3Shape Scanner and the Roland Mill, and benefits, including higher production, consistent quality and higher profitability.

  • Customized CAD/CAM Abutment Designs for All Major Implant Systems

    Nobel Biocare · LAB DAY Chicago 2013

    Joe Perillo, CDT, discusses the latest NobelProcera computer design software and various materials used to fabricate...See more accurate, esthetically pleasing, CAD-developed custom abutments. He also explains how quality implant restorations produced by your lab can elevate its status and bring more profitablity, and how each type of abutment has its own advantage.

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