A Smile Lift: The Prep

The preparation visit begins the transformation.  It also lays the groundwork for the success or failure of the seat visit. In this course, Dr. Rosenthal demonstrates minimal preparation techniques and provisionalization techniques to fabricate functional and esthetic provisionals.  This course will cover the importance of the wax up and it’s necessity when doing minimal prep dentistry.  It will cover important information that should be communicated to ceramists in order for them to provide beautiful consistent results.  Dr. Rosenthal will design the provisionals on each side differently giving the patient a choice when it comes to the final result.

AGD subject code:783

Reviewed: 07/29/2012

Last Reviewed: 05/2/2015

1.    Understand how using a prep guide will maximize your esthetic results.
2.    Discuss key points to be communicated between dentists and technicians.
3.    Learn provisionalization methods to minimize problems and fabricate provisionals that look good.

I.   Case Presentation

II.  Removal of the old restorations

III. Preparation

IV. Provisionals 

K. Hamlett, L Rosenthal. Steps in Creating a Beautiful Smile. The Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry.  Winter 2008.