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This 2-day continuing education course focuses on both the basics and advanced techniques of removable prosthodontics. The basics portion will cover model preparation, tooth arrangement, waxing, processing, and finishing of dentures. The advanced portion will discuss techniques for characterizing teeth with color, as well as colorizing denture bases using internal and external methods. Attendees are asked to bring case materials to participate in hands-on demonstrations and exercises. The course will be led by instructor Thomas Zaleske and held at the GC America Logistics Center on April 28-29, 2017.
Course at GC
- 1. CONTINUING EDUCATION LABORATORY COURSE 800.323.7063 • www.gcamerica.com • www.gcamerica.com/training • © 2017 GC America Inc. CONTINUING EDUCATION LABORATORY COURSE GC America (Please turn to the back page for more information) GRADIA® Gum Shades Gingival Shade System OPTIGLAZETM Color Light-Cured Characterization Coating GRADIA® Indirect Restoration System You’re invited to attend the exciting course: ”Removable Prosthetics: Basics and Beyond” by instructor Mr. Thomas Zaleske, AS This course was developed to address the interest many Technicians have expressed regarding not only high-end fabrication techniques,butalsothebasicproceduresandnuancesthatestablishaconsistentqualityinalab’sstandardwork.Don’tbefooled, there are many basic techniques that on the surface sound basic but once explained and demonstrated can elevate every day dentures to a higher level. This 2-day course is designed to address the basics and beyond of denture construction as learned, modified and implemented by instructor, Mr. Thomas Zaleske, AS. It consists of PowerPoint presentation, over the shoulder demonstration and hands-on instruction.‘TheBasics’topicsinclude:themodelbench,record/communication/optionaltools,tootharrangementtoaccommodate ridge form, waxing nature to portray realism and packing, processing and finishing conventional and optional microwave acrylics. The ‘Beyond the Basics’ topics include: tooth character through contour and color (OPTIGLAZETM Color), base colorization using internalandexternaltechniques(GRADIA® GumShades)andmetalandacetylcolorization(GRADIA® ).Attendees please bring: Two processed, trimmed and pumiced pre-finished arches for tooth colorization and acrylic colorization, ready to mount F/Fcaseforset-upandnaturalwaxinginstruction(models,rimsandregistration),1x28cardsofdentureteeth,loupes,lab coat and favorite waxing/carving tools. Course Description
- 2. Course Location Details Mr. Thomas Zaleske, AS, has been a Dental Technician specializing in Removable Prosthetics for 30 years. Over that time, he has worked as an In-house Technician, Dental Laboratory Owner, Author, Technical Columnist, Product Developer, Product Manager, Technical Support Consultant and popular Lecturer, mostly concurrent. Mr. Zaleske’s varied experiences and time spent in Removable Prosthetics brings a broad depth of insight and when coupled with his unique and powerful communication skills, presents a memorable and impacting impression. GC America is proud to announce the addition of Mr. Zaleske as an opinion leader who has chosen GC America products to fabricate his dental prosthetics and share his successes in using those products. He is currently the 2017 National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL) Excellence in Education Award recipient. Instructor Information 800.323.7063 • www.gcamerica.com • www.gcamerica.com/training • © 2017 GC America Inc. Friday, April 28th through Saturday, April 29th , 2017 at 8:30am - 5pm (each day) GC America Inc. - Logistics Center 4300 W. 123rd Street Alsip, IL 60803 7 Continuing Education Credits (Must attend the entire day) Registration Fee: $300.00 (Please turn to the front page for more information) GC America Inc. reserves the right to cancel or postpone any conference because of unforeseen circumstances or insufficient enrollment. GC America Inc. manufactures and distributes products that may be discussed in this course. Register today to reserve your seat! Space is limited. Registration is only available through the following Constant Contact link: http://conta.cc/2kszEsd. For additional information, please contact Toni Cusimano at (800) 323-7063, ext. 3006 or continuingeducation@gcamerica.com. RSVP by Wednesday, April 26th , 2017. Lecture Facility Provided by GC America Please note: This course is for dental professionals in the United States and Canada only.