Veneers Fundamentals

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify and understand the indications and contraindications of veneers, considering factors such as patient suitability, esthetic concerns, and dental conditions.
• Differentiate between direct and indirect methods of veneer placement, understanding the advantages and limitations of each technique.
• Familiarize themselves with different types of veneers, including porcelain, composite, and minimal-preparation options, and recognize their specific characteristics and applications.
• Gain hands-on experience through extensive practice in veneer preparation techniques, utilizing models representing real clinical cases.
• Demonstrate proficiency in shade selection, considering factors such as natural tooth color, patient preferences, and desired esthetic outcomes.
• Develop the ability to design appropriate preparation designs for veneers, considering factors such as tooth structure preservation, esthetic requirements, and functional considerations.
• Perform tooth preparation for veneers, demonstrating proper technique and achieving adequate reduction while preserving tooth integrity.
• Acquire skills in final cementation of veneers, ensuring proper bonding, fit, and esthetic integration with the natural dentition.
• Practice temporary restoration fabrication, including the fabrication and placement of provisional veneers, to provide functional and esthetic temporization during the treatment process.
• Gain knowledge and proficiency in the clinical steps involved in veneer restoration, including final impression taking, try-in, equilibration of occlusion, and achieving optimal esthetics and occlusion.
• Understand the artistic elements involved in veneer placement, including smile design principles, tooth proportion and symmetry, and gingival contouring.

By achieving these learning outcomes, participants will have developed the knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to confidently perform extensive veneer preparations, make informed treatment decisions, and deliver high-quality veneer restorations that meet patient expectations.