Vident titanium course

BREA, California--Dentists and technicians from across the country traveled to Vident headquarters in Brea to attend a hands-on course on how to prepare successful titanium restorations. Led by Vident Technical InstructorKen Chizick, RDT, CDT, attendees learned specific techniques on the preparation of Nobel Nocera Titanium Alloy and the application of VITA Titankeramik porcelain. A brief history covering dental titanium and technology was discussed, followed by the preparation of VITA Bonder application and furnace thermodynamics. A demonstration of a visual furnace calibration as prescribed by the VITA Titankeramik Instruction Manual was also shown. Students were able to learn the technique for opaque, porcelain layering and glazing, followed by hands-on participation. To register for a course or for information on a specific course, call Norma Tinajero at (800) 828-3839, ext. 238. For information, visit Vident’s Web site at www.vident.com.To read more about VIdent, go to Vident.To comment on this subject, go to community.pennwelldentalgroup.com/.