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By Kristine Colker, Managing Editor n TODAY from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. in aisle 5000, room 3, Dr. Frank- lin Shull will present “Esthetic/ Restorative Dentistry Live Patient Demonstration” as part of the DTSC Symposia. In his session, he will focus on preparation design, provisionaliza- tion and the delivery sequence of new high strength ceramics. Direct composite protocol and bulk fill tech- niques will also be demonstrated to include matrix systems. Shull talked to today about what to expect from his symposium. Dr. Shull, you are presenting a DTSC Symposia session called “Esthetic/Restorative Dentistry Live Patient Demonstration.” Would you give us a brief overview of your session? The live patient sessions will focus on everyday esthetic challenges and how they can be solved by the use of the latest materials and techniques, specifically the preparation, provi- sionalization and cementation of a high-strength ceramic restoration. We will also demonstrate the use of new bulk-fill composite resins and discuss their indications. Your session is going to explore some of the advancements in direct composites and dentin/ enamel bonding agents. What can you tell us about these advancements? Dental adhesives have seen many advances over the years. Understand- ing their differences and their indica- tions are very important to treatment success. When it comes time for you to use new materials for restorative dentistry purposes, what are some things you look for? How often do you like to check out new materials? I have the opportunity to try many new materials as they come to the dental market. However, I always read the research behind the product to decide if it fits into my needs. New is not always better! Your session is also going to focus on fiber reinforcement. Could you just touch on a couple of the different dental dilemmas that it can solve? Fiber reinforcement is a great addi- tiontoanyrestorativedentalpractice. A few indications include splinting mobile teeth, support for immediate ponticplacementandsupportforlong span provisional bridges. Is your session aimed at specialists or is it more of a general topic? The sessions are for any dental pro- fessional who is interested in seeing how the advancement in restorative materials can improve our functional and esthetic outcome. Proper tech- niques for using these materials will be highlighted. Your session is sponsored by VOCO. How did you begin working with the company and what is it that you like about its products and services? I have been using VOCO products for about seven years and feel the company produces very high-quality products. It is known as a leader in composite resins. However, it has manyothergreatproducts.Itisacom- pany that you need to explore! Is there anything else you would like to add? Our live patient sessions will be excit- ing and informative. Come join us for a unique learning experience! speakers16 Greater New York Dental Meeting — Nov. 25, 2012 Solving everyday esthetic challenges AD About the speaker Franklin Shull, DMD, graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina School of Dentistry in 1993 and completed a generalpracticeres- idency at Palmetto Richland Hospital, Columbia, S.C. He is a fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and past president of the South Carolina Academy of General Dentistry. Shull maintains a private practiceinLexington,S.C.,andlectures nationally on esthetic dentistry, dental materials and dental photography. Dr. Franklin Shull looks at the latest materials and techniques in his DTSC Symposia session ▲ ▲