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30 cosmetic section DENTAL TECHNOLOGY, JULY-SEPTEMBER 2023

TWO TYPES OF RESTORATION, ONE REPRO- About the
DUCTION
After successful clinical try-in, both restora- author
tions were permanently inserted using the
VITA ADIVA FULL-ADHESIVE LUTING SET.
In doing so, a translucent composite was
used for the veneer and a white composite
for the crown to facilitate masking. Thanks
to the multi-faceted VITA LUMEX AC
veneering ceramic, which was matched to
the specific tooth shade, a complex case
could be solved on true-to-shade and life-
like structures made from the precision Luis Miguel Vera, dental
press ceramic VITA AMBRIA. By applying a technician
wafer-thin layer at depth of the highly flu- FIG 8: A workflow without compromises resulted in a highly esthetic treatment result.
orescent POWERWASH materials, it was
possible to harmonize the shade effect by
compensating for the different prepared
tooth shades and substructure translucencies. An efficient workflow was guaranteed, thanks to the user-friendly material stability and the
outstanding firing stability of the ceramic materials. The homogenous ceramic surface was easy to finish and polish, and to ultimately simu-
late the complex light refraction of the natural hard tooth substance. Both patient and practitioner were fully satisfied with the final result
that did not require any compromises.

EXOCAD ANNOUNCES TOP-TIER PROGRAM FOR INSIGHTS 2024

Global event in Palma de Mallorca, Spain to feature dental leaders in lab and clinical sessions

exocad, an Align Technology, Inc. company
has revealed the program for its two-day
global digital dentistry gathering, “Insights
2024,” to be held in Palma de Mallorca,
Spain, on May 9-10, 2024.
The main stage will host a diverse pro-
gram of inspiring speakers.Dr. Miguel
Stanley, Portugal, an expert in the concept
of slow dentistry and holistic dental
health,will discuss the power of avatars in
dentistry and how technology allows dental
professionals to see and do more than ever.
Master Dental Technician (MDT)Vincent
Fehmer, Switzerland, will discuss innova-
tions in prosthetic materials and the latest
techniques for fixed restorations. Dr. Eimear
O’Connell, Scotland, will team up with den-
tal technician Kristina Vaitelyt , UK, to pres-
ent a brand new digital multidisciplinary
approach in case planning. MDT Edris
Rasta, Netherlands, will demonstrate how Halley, Scotland, will speak about Smile release highlights. The partner exhibition
digital tools are changing the understanding Analysis and how to leverage digital tools will include more than 50 companies on
of occlusion. Clinical Associate Professor Dr. for diagnosis and treatment planning. Dr. site, including manufacturing, materials and
Guilherme Saavedra, Brazil, will offer August de Oliveira, USA, will describe 3D more.
insights into how to create a natural, award- printing and exocad software tips for the A limited number of early bird tickets are
winning smile. general dentist. available until the end of October for 299
In a dedicated clinical stream,Dr. Elaine As keynote in our new interactive half- euros (excluding VAT) and include access to
day program tailored to assistants and clini- all Insights learning sessions, full catering,
cal practice teams, hygienist Flora Couper, and the evening event.The conference lan-
Scotland, will explain how to deliver the “X guage will be English, with simultaneous
factor” with the power of digital and translations available in German, Italian
enhance the patient experience. From scan- and Spanish.
ning to finalizing in-house restorations, par- The Dental Practice and Dental
ticipants will learn what’s possible and dis- Technology team will be present at the
cover some of the most advanced options INSIGHTS 2024. We look forward to wel-
for clinical care. coming a sizeable contingent from South
Event partners will offer sessions show- Asia.
casing their individual dental solutions. And
exocad’s application specialists will run Additional information is available at exo-
learning sessions to demonstrate software cad.com/insights2024