Minimally Invasive Posterior Restorations: The Biomimetic Onlay
Continued advancements in adhesive materials and techniques provide clinicians the ability to preserve tooth structure, optimize bond strengths and restore teeth with biomimetic principles. When applied to prosthodontic procedures, these principles allow for less invasive treatment options by relying on adhesion rather than classic retention and resistance form. This lecture will discuss how the concepts of biomimetic dentistry can be readily applied to fixed prosthodontics by utilizing onlays as an alternative to full coverage crowns. Attendees will learn how to implement the biomimetic onlay into their daily practice with a focus on preparation design, immediate dentin sealing, resin coating, and advanced cementation techniques.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand what is biomimetic dentistry
- Understand preparation design for adhesively retained partial coverage ceramic onlays
- Understand the advanced adhesive techniques of immediate dentin sealing, resin coating and cementation with warmed restorative composite
CE Units: 3
Friday 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Dr. Amelia Orta
DMD, FACP
Dr. Orta is Board Certified with the American Board of Prosthodontics and is both a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists. Dr. Orta is a Clinical Assistant Professor with the University of Maryland School of Dentistry where she enjoys sharing her passion for minimally invasive restorative dentistry with the Pre-doctoral students, Prosthodontic residents and Perio/Prosth fellows. Prior to academia, Dr. Orta practiced in Washington, DC. Dr. Orta is past Editor-in-Chief to the American College of Prosthodontists Messenger publication. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Orta enjoys spending time with her husband and family on their 100-year-old horse farm.