Congress
Budapest
19 - 20 Dec 2021
English

Aesthetic Dentistry Congress in Budapest

Sascha Hein
Manol Ivchev
Fabio Scutella
Federico Ferraris
Leonardo Bacherini
Matthias Kern
Vincenzo Musella
Course details
Lecturers
Venue

Program


MATTHIAS KERN


How to bond zirconia successfully?


– Teleconference –


– Adhesive protocols for silica-based ceramics

– Bonding of oxide and zirconium ceramics

– Cleaning and chemical activation

– Abrasive surface treatment by pure alumina, silica-coated alumina particles

– Scientific research on non-retention zirconia restorations. Is it possible to achieve perfect adhesion to tooth tissues?

– Long-term clinical results of minimally invasive resin-bonded zirconium restorations.



LEONARDO BACHERINI


Combining aesthetics and function with MIPPs (Minimally Invasive Prosthetic Procedures): the digital approach


– Teleconference –


– How to perform an ideal esthetic and functional treatment plan

– How to minimize the invasiveness of the prosthetic treatment and still obtain an ideal esthetic result.

– How to reduce the risks of failure in the prosthetic rehabilitation

– How to select the appropriate instrument and technique for modern tooth preparation.

– How to select the appropriate ceramic material in order to achieve the best esthetic result

– How to restore extremely compromised dentition.



VINCENZO MUSELLA


Minimally invasive approaching restorations with laminate veneers


– Aesthetic Preview Technique

– Laminate veneers, starting from wax-up, passing through the provisional restorations with flow composite and transparent silicone mask

– Checking occlusion and function

– Fixation of laminate veneers.



FEDERICO FERRARIS


Posterior Indirect Adhesive Restorations


– The modern approach with Posterior Indirect Adhesive Restorations (PIAR)

– Modification of different types of onlays and overlays (PIAR)

– Indications for different designs of PIAR especially with the three main shapes: butt joint, bevel and shoulder

– Different approaches to the proximal area in the PIAR realization

– Full protocol for PIAR with vital and non vital teeth - and protocols

– Protocol for successful adhesive cementation with resin based composite or glass ceramic

– PIAR follow up and clinical evaluations.



FABIO SCUTELLA


Tooth preparation geometry and soft tissue management in modern prosthetic rehabilitation: A paradigm shift


– Principles of the "Simplified Prosthetic Protocol" (SPP)

– Preservation of stability of soft tissues around the tooth after prosthetics

– Short and Long Term Perspective of Periodontal Tissue Preservation

– The vertical geometry of the finishing line

– Soft tissue management

– Selection of restorative materials: lithium disilicate and zirconium dioxide.



MANOL ATANASOV IVCHEV


The Vertical Dimension in prosthetic treatment (Slavicek concept)


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SASCHA HEIN


A new scientific approach to unlock the secrets of shade matching without shade guides


– Teleconference –


– The pros and cons of visual shade assessment?

– Understanding light propagation through dental hard tissues (Biophotonics)

– Replacing shade guides with one color appearance model

– Acquiring target shades with a DSLR camera or with a smartphone

– The eLAB digital workflow

– Various clinical examples.


Lecturers 7

Certified Master Dental Technician (MDT) specializing in dental color science, shade matching, and aesthetic ceramics. Independent researcher and consultant in computational color science for dental applications. Inventor of the eLAB shade matching system, the first software in dentistry to deliver patient-specific mixing recipes for ceramic materials.

 

Over 25 years of experience as German-trained dental technician working across Europe, United Arab Emirates, and Australia. Expert in all aspects of tooth color appearance from both practical and scientific perspectives. Known for bridging advanced color science with practical dental laboratory applications to improve predictability in aesthetic restorations.

 

Member of the Oral Design Group (inducted 2007 by founder Willi Geller) and Bio-Emulation group (inducted 2012). Editorial Board Member of German Quintessence of Dental Technology (since 2011). International lecturer since 2009, having delivered hundreds of courses and lectures globally on dental aesthetics, color science, and ceramic materials. Developer of visual_eyes liquid and fluor_eyes flash system for fluorescent dental photography. Author of numerous publications including contributions to QDT Yearbook (2009, 2011) and peer-reviewed articles in dental technology journals.

 

Trained as Dental Technician in Germany (graduated 1997). Master School in Freiburg, Germany, graduating top of class and winning silver in the annual Kanter Award Competition (2004/05), which recognizes Germany's top three Master School students. Advanced training in dental ceramics with Masahiro Kuwata in Tokyo, Japan (2001). PhD in Color Science from University of Leeds, School of Design, under Professor Stephen Westland, focusing on computational color science applications in dentistry. Recent publications include work on bridging instrumental and visual perception in dental shade matching published in peer-reviewed journals (2024).

 

Founder and Chief Doctor of COLDY DENT Functional Atelier, Sofia, Bulgaria. Leading Bulgarian specialist in functional dental medicine and neuromuscular dentistry. Expert in comprehensive treatment of complex dental conditions affecting aesthetics, speech, chewing, breathing, and jaw position. Third generation doctor and the first in his family to specialize in dental medicine.

 

Over 18 years of clinical experience in functional dentistry and orthodontics. Expert in functional orthodontics, Prof. Rudolf Slaviček philosophy and protocols, lingual orthodontics (certified specialist by Orthodontics Department at Daegu University, South Korea), myofunctional appliances, orthodontics with micro-implants, and treatment of difficult and unusual malocclusions. Specialist in comprehensive functional diagnostics and treatment following Slaviček protocols including TMJ analysis, muscle function evaluation, and occlusal relationships. Known for holistic approaches to severe dental cases with both aesthetic and functional problems.

 

Youngest instructor in Bulgaria certified in Prof. Rudolf Slaviček philosophy after specialized training at the Slaviček Institute in Vienna (VieSID). International lecturer presenting at conferences throughout Europe and Middle East on functional orthodontics and comprehensive dental treatment. Educator conducting training courses for dentists in Bulgaria. Specialized training completed in South Korea (Daegu University Orthodontics Department for lingual orthodontics and micro-implants), Austria (Slaviček Institute Vienna for functional diagnostics), Colombia (Bogota Dental Medicine University for functional orthodontics), and Luxembourg (training in difficult malocclusion treatment with Wick Alexander Discipline). Lecturer at international dental conferences in Dubai and other venues.

 

DDS from Faculty of Dental Medicine, Medical University of Sofia, Bulgaria. Specialized training in Lingual Orthodontics from Daegu University, South Korea. Certification in Myofunctional Orthodontics.

 

Specialist in Prosthodontics and Oral Rehabilitation. Founder Member of the Italian Society of Prosthodontics and Oral Rehabilitation (SIPRO). Active Member of the Italian Academy of Prosthetic Dentistry (AIOP), American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics (AAFP), and European Prosthodontic Association (EPA). Creator and developer of the revolutionary "Vertical Concept" in tooth preparation and prosthetic dentistry. Maintains private practice in Milan, Italy.

 

Over 28 years of clinical experience since specialization at Boston University. Expert in innovative vertical tooth preparation techniques, periodontal-prosthetic relationships in tooth preparation, ceramic and composite veneer fabrication, full-mouth aesthetic rehabilitation, and implant-supported prosthetics. Creator of the Vertical Concept, a paradigm-shifting approach to tooth preparation utilizing vertical finishing line geometry that optimizes periodontal support and tissue response while maintaining biological principles. Known for innovative thinking "out of the box" in modern prosthetic dentistry challenging traditional horizontal preparation designs.

 

International lecturer having presented at over 200 congresses throughout Italy and internationally on topics exclusively related to prosthetics on natural teeth and implants. Regular faculty at prestigious aesthetic dentistry conferences including the Aesthetic Dentistry Congress in Florence alongside legends Mauro Fradeani and Galip Gurel. Author of numerous publications in national and international journals on prosthetic dentistry.

 

DDS from Italian dental school. Specialized in Prosthodontics at Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Boston, USA. Master's in Dental Materials from Department of Biomaterials, Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. President of Boston University Italian Alumni Association (2018-2020).

 

Specialist in aesthetic and operative dentistry with focus on minimally invasive restorative approaches using advanced adhesive techniques and digital workflows. Practices in Alessandria, Italy, collaborating with specialist dental clinics in Florence and Piacenza.

 

Over 25 years of clinical experience in direct and indirect aesthetic restorations, ceramic veneers, and CAD/CAM dentistry. Known for integrating digital smile design protocols with precision adhesive bonding techniques for predictable aesthetic outcomes.

 

Visiting Professor in Aesthetic Dentistry at CEU San Pablo University in Madrid, Spain, and University of Pisa, Italy. International lecturer presenting in over 30 countries across five continents. Vice-President of AIC (Italian Academy of Conservative Dentistry) for 2016-2019. Active member of Italian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (IAED) since 2011. Founding member of Massironi Study Club and ADHESTHETICS. Member of Editorial Board of International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry since 2010.

 

DDS from University of Genoa, Italy (1999). National President of AISO (Italian Association of Dental Students) 1997-1999. DSD (Digital Smile Design) Master since 2013. Named among top 100 physicians worldwide in 2025 by Global Summits.

 

Venue

Budapest

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