Course ISO Objectives:
Patient Experience: Introducing rubber dam use to patients, managing comfort, and understanding its impact on case documentation and restorative skills.
Hands on methods for posterior (quadrant) and anterior (clampless) isolation, split dam, including hole positioning, dam inversion, floss ties & efficient workflows.
Hands on selection of appropriate dams, clamps, and accessories (floss, PTFE tape, hole templates) while addressing common challenges for seamless application.
Latest techniques on camera and lens combinations that are recommended in dentistry to provide high definition results in an easy to use and ergonomic package.
Live hands-on demonstration of full clinical series shot using twin flash and portrait lighting kits with the opportunity to purchase these and have them setup for you by our dedicated team on the day.
Hands on training to take a full series of clinical photos, including bonus rubber dam photography using models form the morning session. Settings required for dental photography with an emphasis on colour balance, sharpness and controling image brightness and flash power.
What delegates need to bring:
SLR camera body
1:1 macro lens
Ring/twin flash
Accessories
If you do not have a ring or a twin flash, our recommended accessory and twin flash kits will be available to purchase on the day at a special rate exclusive to MediMatch customers.
Dr Minesh Patel
Dr Minesh Patel, BDS Hons MSc, PGC, MFGDP, is a distinguished dental professional with a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence in restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Graduating with honors from Barts & the London in 2009, Dr Minesh has amassed 14 years of clinical expertise, with a notable focus on both NHS and private practice settings.
With a fervent interest in biologically friendly hyperrealistic restorations, Dr Minesh pursued further education, obtaining an MSc in Aesthetic Dentistry from King’s College London. Additionally, Minesh holds postgraduate certifications in Surgical & Prosthetic Implantology and Periodontology from renowned institutions, further enhancing his skill set.
Minesh’s dedication to advancing dental education is evident through over 7 years of experience providing postgraduate dental training globally. As the creator of the widely acclaimed f:ocus course and product range, Dr Minesh has established himself as an expert in innovative educational content creation, impacting over 2500 postgraduate delegates worldwide.
His expertise has earned him recognition across prominent dental associations and institutions, including appearances at the British Dental Association (BDA), International Dental Association (IDA), Society for Digital Scanning in Dentistry (SDSC), British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD), King’s College London (KCL), Young ITI, Invisalign, and Karma.
Dr Minesh Patel stands as a visionary leader in the dental field, continuously striving for excellence and innovation in patient care, education, and professional development.
Dr Wiktor Pietraszewski
Dr Wiktor is a restorative dentist with 7 years of private experience now practicing in London. His dentistry is fueled by his passion for dental photography and he has a special interest in direct and indirect restorations in the posterior dentition.
He has lectured and taught in the UK and internationally most notably as a KOL for Kuraray Noritake at their head office in Tokyo Japan. Dr Wiktor utilizes modern adhesive protocols in his restorative cases and uses gold standard materials to try and emulate the natural appearance, bio-mechanical function and internal structure of teeth when restoring them. He is highly skilled in rubber dam isolation and is passionate about its importance in day to day restorative dentistry.
Why train with DentUcation?
MediMatch have partnered with DentUcation to provide dentists and dental staff with the opportunity to receive exceptional training from some of the world’s leading practitioners.
Whether you’re looking to expand your learning or simply wishing to develop your current skillset, our training courses are designed to offer the highest quality practical and theoretical teachings to enhance your practice’s offerings.
Hands on practicals & theory teaching
Access to Key Opinion Leaders
Fantastic networking opportunities
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