Course Overview

This course will explore the analog denture workflow as compared to digital and hybrid workflows. We will also review the foundational concepts of denture occlusion, tooth positioning and the advantages of digital dentures. Participants will practice on an IOS unit to understand and perform a single arch digital denture reference workflow on a model.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, attendees should be able to:

• Analyze articulation and occlusion for denture patients
• Use tooth positioning to enhance aesthetics, function and stability
• Apply fully digital and analog/digital workflows

Featured Speakers

TRAMAIN WATKINS, CDT
DIRECTOR, STRATEGIC EDUCATION 
Tramain Watkins has been working in the dental laboratory industry for more than 30 years. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts from Trinity College in Issaquah, WA as class valedictorian, he has gained extensive experience in all aspects of fixed and removable restorations, with an emphasis on implant supported and retained restorations. He has also provided clinical support for case planning, troubleshooting and implant placement. He has trained other technicians in all aspects of dental technology and has written and lectured on several aspects of restorative dentistry.

 

KELLY BEVINGTON, RDA, EFDA
DIRECTOR, INTRAORAL TECHNOLOGY
Kelly began her career more than 20 years ago as an RDA, EFDA, graduating from Bryman College. She has a comprehensive knowledge of dentistry and the dental laboratory industry. Kelly has been professionally trained on most major devices, and she is able to provide expert chairside coaching. She manages the NDX Clinical IOS Training Team and has clinically trained over 1,000 dentists and their teams. Kelly enjoys sharing her knowledge by presenting webinars and is a regular contributor to dental publications.