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Crafting Smiles with Composites

(24 CE Hours)

3-day hands-on workshop with Dr. Renato Ramos to master anterior composite restorations! 

 

This comprehensive workshop will cover a range of techniques, including diastema closure, restoration of peg-shaped teeth, multilayering techniques for darkened incisors, and direct veneers. Participants will engage in hands-on sessions and exercises to develop proficiency in these critical skills, ensuring they can deliver aesthetically pleasing and functional anterior restorations.

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Date: Nov 21-23, 2025 (3 days)

Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: 925 W Georgia St., Vancouver, BC

CE Hours: 24

Dr. Renato Ramos

Dr. Renato Quirino Ramos

DDS, PhD, MSc
Specialist in Restorative Dentistry

The INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Renato Quirino Ramos is a Brazilian dentist specializing in aesthetic dentistry, with a strong academic and clinical background in Operative Dentistry. He holds a specialization, a Master’s degree, and a PhD in Operative Dentistry from the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Brazil, as well as a PhD in Biomedical Sciences from KU Leuven, Belgium.
 
With extensive experience in restoring teeth using composite resins, Dr. Renato is passionate about sharing his knowledge through lectures and hands-on courses on composite restorations, a journey he once shared with his longtime friend and colleague, Dr. Edson Araujo. He currently maintains private practices in both Laguna and Florianópolis, Brazil, where he continues to combine clinical excellence with a commitment to education and aesthetic outcomes.

Course SCHEDULE

Day 1

November 21, 2025

  • Smile esthetic principles

  • Anterior teeth anatomy

  • Resin composite classification and characteristics

  • Shade selection

  • Anterior composite restoration stratification techniques

  • Diastema closure (two different techniques; upper central incisors)

  • Silicone Index Fro Shape Control

  • Dental Bonding & Light Curing
    Principles

  • Class IV restoration

  • Composite veneer (multilayering technique; upper darkened central incisor)

Day 2

November 22, 2025

  • Silicone index for shape control: an alternative approach

  • Direct composite veneers for bleach shades (upper lateral incisors)

  • Semi-direct technique (diastema closure, upper lateral incisor)

  • Bonding of semi-direct/indirect composite restorations

  • Tooth preparation for composite veneer (upper central incisor)

  • Direct composite veneers from upper canine to canine, with each tooth presenting a different clinical situation: diastema, wear, peg-shaped tooth, Class III and Class V restorations, and a darkened tooth

Day 3

November 23, 2025

  • Finishing and Polishing of Composite Restorations
  • Direct composite veneers from upper canine to canine, with each tooth presenting a different clinical situation: diastema, wear, peg-shaped tooth, Class III and Class V restorations, and a
    darkened tooth
  • Finishing and polishing: from the initial shaping to the final texturing of all six composite veneers

Case STUDIES

What is INCLUDED

Total tuition fee: $2,795 CAD

Inclusive of workshop, breakfast, lunch, coffee breaks, and CE Certificate.

Date: November 21-23, 2025 (NEW)

Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location:  925 W Georgia St., Vancouver, BC
Capacity: Limited to 16 participants.

Inclusions:

  • Master all the essential steps for achieving long-lasting anterior composite restorations, including bonding, light-curing, composite selection, finishing, polishing, and maintenance.
  • Develop the skills to thoroughly assess the chromatic and morphological characteristics of natural anterior teeth.
  • Explore a variety of resin composite systems available on the market and build expertise in selecting the most appropriate one for different clinical situations.
  • Gain confidence in naturally replicating the morphological and chromatic nuances of natural teeth using both composites and stains.
  • Enhance your ability to perform esthetic anterior composite restorations by mastering various stratification techniques.
  • Learn how to select and use finishing and polishing materials effectively, and practice techniques to achieve the desired texture and luster for each clinical scenario.
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What Our MEMBERS SAY

“It’s definitely worth it! You’ll get one-on-one attention from Dr. Ramos which I really like. The course was very detailed, organized, and comprehensive.”
-Dr. Rupali, Toronto
“I learned so many beautiful techniques on how to provide better bonding for my patients and have a better outcome.”
-Dr. Sahi, Vancouver
“I learned so much and was unbelievably surprised at how much new knowledge I gained. Everything was organized and I can’t wait to take my next course with them.”
-Dr. Talic, Alberta
“Love the hands-on on layering techniques. Relaxed atmosphere. Enjoyed the good food and colleagues.”
- Hands-On Participant
“Great organization and speaker was wonderful.”
- Hands-On Participant
“I like the visual presentation. The speaker was knowledgeable and approachable.”
- Hands-On Participant
“Loved the hands-on component. The course was very involved.”
- Hands-On Participant
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