Optimum Aesthetics

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Friday, April 4, 2025 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
This is an in-person hands-on course.

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Instructor

David V. Mazza, DDS, CAGS

After dental school, Dr. David Mazza completed his post-doctoral training in the field of “Advanced Study in Operative and Esthetic Dentistry” at Boston University. He was awarded the Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS).

Dr. Mazza has been a faculty member at University of Maryland School of Dentistry since 2000. Currently as Clinical Assistant Professor, along with covering the clinic, he provides the post-graduate residents with 32 hours of Aesthetics seminars, hands-on training and seniors with Aesthetics and Dental Implants Elective presentations.

Dr. Mazza is a Board-Certified Diplomate at ICOI (International Congress of Oral Implantologists); a Board-Certified Diplomate at American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry (ABAD), member of AAED (American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry) Member at ADA, ASDA (American Society for Dental Aesthetics) and MSDA (Maryland State Dental Society). He has completed prosthetic and surgical trainings at MIII (Misch International Implant Institute), a first-place award winner for presentation at International Conference and a two-time recipient award for excellence in teaching from two deans of University of Maryland School of Dentistry.

Dr. Mazza provides nationwide presentations at symposiums and study clubs.

Overview

Aesthetic Dentistry is the gateway to enhancing patient’s lives, and with the same token having a Fun and Fulfilling practice. Creating an Atmosphere of Relaxation by providing patients the ability to enjoy an aesthetically pleasing result, a way better personalized look, enhancing their chewing ability and simultaneously making sure the results will last long.

A skillful practitioner needs to be familiar with Dental Anomalies and their treatment, Concepts of Color and Shade matching and selection, Periodontal Aesthetics, Role of Lips and Lip-line, Photography and Smile evaluation and treatment planning, Concepts of Occlusion, Dental Materials and selection of appropriate restorative modality, Bonding to different media, Phonetics, etc. that will be reviewed during this course.

Course Objectives

At the end of the course, participants will be better able to:

• Diagnosis of the Aesthetic problem(s) and proper treatment planning,
• Knowledge of Color and Shade matching/selection to avoid shade mismatch,
• Taking professional photos, after editing utilizing them on Smile Design Software,
• Diagnosis of Periodontal Aesthetic problems and proper Treatment planning,
• Implementation of “Occlusion” principles to assure long lasting results,
• Dental Material selection for different clinical situations

Teaching Method

Lecture and Participation

Recommended for

General dentists, specialists, hygienists, dental assistants, and lab technicians.

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