COMPOSITE INJECTABLE TECHNIQUE
Complete protocols for aesthetic, durable, and functional composite restorations!
Learn the composite injectable technique from the maestro, Dr. David Gestakovski!
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Understand the principles and concepts of the Composite Injectable Technique.
- Develop proficiency in patient assessment and consultation.
Acquire the skills necessary to perform the Composite Injectable Technique.
- Master the art of shade matching and color blending to achieve natural-looking results.
Introduction to the course
The composite injectable technique online course is designed to provide dental professionals with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the application of composite injectable technique. This course will focus specifically on creating aesthetics, functional and long-lasting composite restorations using the injection composite resin restorative technique. From the laboratory analogue protocols and digital workflow to the clinical techniques. Everything you need to implement this technique to your daily practice!
In this course you will learn in details about:
- DSD and digital workflow
- Wax-up, mock-up, and emotional dentistry
- Protocols for fabrication of the transparent silicon index
- Anterior composite veneers
- Single veneer concept
- Functional composite restorations.
Key learning skills
- Injection composite technique
- Aesthetic composite restorations
- Anterior composite restorations
- Functional composite restorations
- Composite veneers
- Single veneer concept
- Occlusal veneers
- Polychromatic filling technique
- Adhesive protocols
Lesson 1 | Overview of the injectable composite resin restoration technique
Program of the lesson
Introduction to the injectable molding composite restoration technique.
- Indication of the injectable molding composite restoration technique.
- Literature review of the injectable composite resin technique.
- Material selection and classification of the transparent silicon.
- Case selection criteria. The “over molding” myth.
- Purely additive and minimally invasive protocols of the injectable composite technique.
- Treatment planning of case analysis: dental photography, dental impressions, digital smile design (DSD), wax-up, and mock-up.
- Digital treatment planning: intraoral scanning, DSD, digital wax-up and digital mock-up.
Lesson duration | 54-minute
Lesson 2 | Mock-up and fabrication of the transparent silicon index
Program of the lesson
Advantages of mock-up and emotional dentistry.
Clinical significance of mock-ups.
Material selection for the mock-up.
Step-by-step demonstration of the mock-up protocols. From the laboratory to the patient’s mouth.
The analogue vs the digital protocols for manufacturing the transparent silicon index.
Step-by-step demonstration of the full laboratory protocols for manufacturing the transparent silicon index.
Tips and tricks by Dr. David to obtain the perfect transparent silicon index.
Lesson duration | 41-minute
Lesson 3 | Anterior composite veneers and injectable composite resin technique
Program of the lesson
Tips on working with the transparent silicon index.
Single veneering concept using the injectable composite resin technique.
Clinical strategies to avoid the bubble formation when proceeding with injectable composite resin.
Protocols to improve the interproximal contact after a single tooth veneer.
Finishing and polishing protocols.
Clinical workflow of anterior 6 composite veneers using the injectable composite resin technique.
Criterias for aesthetic, functional, and biologically stable composite veneers.
Lesson duration | 78-minute
Lesson 4 | Material selection and pricing in relation to treatment duration
Program of the lesson
Pricing scheme for the injection composite resin restorative technique, from consultation to the delivery day.
Composite selection for the best and optimal workflow.
Physical and adhesive properties of various composite materials used for the injectable restorative technique.
Translucency and opacity of composite materials. What to choose and when.
Polishability and aesthetic advantages of composite resin.
Analysis of clinical cases.
Lesson duration | 24-minute
Lesson 5 | Functional aspects to composite veneers
Program of the lesson
Common mistakes when manufacturing the transparent silicon index.
Micromorphology. Primary and secondary anatomy for aesthetic restorations.
Functional considerations. Laterotrusive movement and canine guidance.
Functional and smile analysis.
Parafunction and treatment protocols of worn dentitions and bruxism using the injectable composite resin technique.
Demonstration of multiple clinical cases from A to Z.
Lesson duration | 56-minute
Lesson 6 | Single veneer concept with the injectable composite resin technique. Detailed video guide
Program of the lesson
Analogue and digital workflow to achieve an aesthetic restoration.
Composite restoration using the injectable technique in combination with ceramic veneers.
Shade matching and full clinical protocols.
Tips and tricks to achieve the best restoration with minimal adjustment using the injectable technique.
Finishing and polishing protocols.
Video demonstration of various clinical cases from A to Z.
Lesson duration | 70-minute
Lesson 7 | Polychromatic filling approach with the injectable composite resin technique. Detailed video guide
Program of the lesson
Digital workflow of the injectable composite technique:
– Intraoral scanning and the printed double model technique.
– Designing and fabrication of printed models.
– Manufacturing of the transparent silicon index.
Material selection for a polychromatic filling approach.
Clinical case analysis:
– Intraoral scanning protocols.
– Digital wax-up and fabrication of 3D printed models.
– Manufacturing the transparent silicon index.
– Polychromatic filling approach with the injectable composite resin technique.
Evaluation of clinical cases and follow ups protocols.
Lesson duration | 57-minute
Lesson 8 | Clinical case studies. Analyzing common mistakes and practical solutions
Program of the lesson
Minimal invasive approach.
Removing and replacing old composite veneers.
Mistakes when taking impressions and intraoral scanning.
Application of DSD (Digital Smile Design) to avoid predictable mistakes.
Evaluation of the proper setting of the transparent silicone.
Evaluation of the contact point of the restoration.
Tips on shade selection.
Advantage of the injectable composite technique over other restorative options.
Lesson duration | 62-minute
Recommended literature | Read more from the below articles
- The injectable composite resin technique: minimally invasive reconstruction of esthetics and function. Clinical case report with 2-year follow-up. David Geštakovski. 2019.
- The “index technique” in worn dentition: a new and conservative approach. Riccardo Ammannato, Federico Ferraris, Giulio Marchesi. 2015.
Influence of different curing modes on polymerization behavior and mechanical properties of dual-cured provisional resins. S Shibasaki, T Takamizawa, T Suzuki, K Nojiri, A Tsujimoto, W W Barkmeier, M A Latta, M Miyazaki. 2017.
Quiz | Test your knowledge!
After completing each lesson in this online course, you will be presented with five Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), and you are required to choose the most appropriate or correct answer from a list of multiple options. These questions are designed to assess your understanding and knowledge gained from the course. To successfully obtain a certificate, you must pass all of these quizzes. Once you have accomplished this, a certificate will be issued to you as a recognition of your successful completion of the course.
Certificate | Get a professional certificate!
Upon successful completion of the course, you will get a certificate of continuing professional development in Digitodontics with 8 CPD credits from Digitodontics International Academy.