The Anterior Dilemma: Function vs Aesthetics

The Anterior Dilemma: Function vs Aesthetics
By Dr. Sonia Lee

About the Lecture

In today’s society, aesthetics play a crucial role, often influencing both patient expectations and treatment decisions. As dentists, we frequently encounter dilemmas when balancing aesthetics with function while upholding our fundamental oath: to do no harm.

This lecture will explore the challenges of integrating function and aesthetics in anterior restorations. Key topics include occlusal function, aesthetic considerations and boundaries, material selection, prognostic factors, and the psychological impact of anterior restorations on patient confidence and satisfaction. Through case studies and evidence-based approaches, we will discuss treatment planning strategies to achieve optimal, long-term outcomes.

Lecture Details

Super Early Bird Promotion
(Available until 30th June 2024)
Individual: RM2,000
(RM200 Booking Fee + RM1,800 to be paid 2 months before course begins)

Normal Price

Date
15th March 2025

Time
3:00pm – 5:00pm

Location
Faculty of Dentistry, UiTM

Lecture Fees
MDSA Privileged Member: RM20
Non-member Student / GAPs: RM30
Dentist: RM50

Note: All MDSA Privileged Members will get 10 PM points for participation.

Submission Timeline
27th February 2025 – 12th March 2025

Our Expert

DR. SONIA LEE

BDS (PIDC), MFDS RCS (EDINBURGH),
MDS (PROSTHODONTICS) (SINGAPORE)

Dr. Sonia Lee currently serves as a teaching and clinical supervisor for undergraduate students at the International Medical University (IMU). She is also frequently invited to deliver lectures and lead workshops, both domestically and internationally, focusing on topics such as dental photography, fixed prosthodontics, and dental implants.

She earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Penang International Dental College, Malaysia, and is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh. Dr. Lee completed her advanced specialty training and attained her Masters of Prosthodontics at the National University of Singapore. Her expertise lies in complex prosthodontics training, dental implants, dental aesthetics, digital dentistry, contemporary materials, and she also has a special interest in dental photography.

Currently, she practices at Clarity Dental Clinic alongside a team of clinicians with diverse specialties who share a common vision, mission, and treatment philosophy.

“The aim of education is to transform mirrors into windows.” – Dr. Sonia Lee

Tentative Schedule

Day 1 (15th February 2024)

08:30 am – 09:00 am: Registration

09:00 am – 09:30 am: Lecture – Introduction to the world of Aesthetic Dentistry and Porcelain Laminate Veneers (PLVs)

09:30 am – 10:00 am: Lecture – Case selection, indications, contra-indications and basics of treatment planning

10:00 am – 10:30 am: Lecture – Tooth preparation protocols (step-by-step)

10:30 am – 11:00 am: Tea break

11:00 am – 01:00 pm: Live demo – Veneer preparation for a maxillary central incisor (3 different designs), canine and premolar on typodont

01:00 pm – 02:00 pm: Lunch break

02:00 pm – 03:00 pm: Hands-on – Veneer preparation for a maxillary central incisor (3 different designs), canine and premolar on typodont

03:00 pm – 04:00 pm: Lecture and Live demo – Impression techniques and concepts for immediate chairside provisionalization

04:00 pm – 05:00 pm: Hands-on – Impression techniques and immediate chairside provisionalization on typodont

Day 2 (10th March 2024)

08:30 am – 09:30 am: Lecture – Bonding protocols for PLVs

09:30 am – 10:30 am: Live demo – Bonding of veneers on typodont

10:30 am – 11:00 am: Tea break

11:00 am – 01:00 pm: Hands-on – Bonding of veneers on typodont

01:00 pm – 02:00 pm: Lunch break

02:00 pm – 04:30 pm: