Learn tissue contour and coordinated color as it relates to tooth emergence and position both in wax, and using composite in either build up or overlay methods. Communication tools, microwave curing process, tooth characterization, and much more. 2 days of technical fun.

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(Lecture + Hands-on)
Course Description
This course was developed to address the interest many
Technicians have expressed regarding not only high-end
fabrication techniques, but also the basic procedures and
nuances that establish a consistent quality in a lab’s standard
work. Don’t be fooled, 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.
Thistwodaycourseisdesignedtoaddressthebasicsandbeyond
of denture construction as learned, modified and implemented
by Thomas Zaleske, AS. It consists of PowerPoint presentation,
over the shoulder demonstration and hands-on instruction. ‘The
Basics’ topics include: the model bench, record/communication/
optional tools, tooth arrangement to accommodate ridge form,
waxing nature to portray realism and packing, processing and
finishing conventional and optional microwave acrylics. The
‘BeyondtheBasics’topicsinclude:toothcharacterthroughcontour
and color (OPTIGLAZETM
Color), base colorization using internal
andexternaltechniques(GRADIA®
GumShades)andmetaland
acetyl colorization (GRADIA®
). Participants should bring: (2) setup
and waxed arches either 1 upper, 1 lower or 2 of same ready
for contour and color; (2) processed, trimmed, and pumiced
pre-finishedarchesfortoothcolorizationandacryliccolorization;
loupes,labcoatandfavoritewaxing/carvingtools.
• Date: Friday, August 17, 2018 and
Saturday, August 18, 2018
• Location: GC America Inc. - Education Center
4300 W. 123rd
Street
Alsip, IL 60803
• Time: 8:30am - 5:30pm (each day)
• Cost: $300.00
• CE Credits Provided: 16 CDT
Instructor Information
Thomas Zaleske, AS, has been a
Dental Technician specializing in
RemovableProstheticsfor32years.
Over that time, he has worked as
anIn-houseTechnician,DentalLab
Owner, Author, Technical Columnist,
Product Developer, Product Manager,
Technical Support Consultant and
popularLecturer,mostlyconcurrent.
Registration is available through: http://www.gcamerica.com/ce/courses/
For additional information, please contact Monique Cano at 800.323.7063, ext. 3009
or continuingeducation@gcamerica.com.
Reserve your seat by Friday, August 10, 2018!
Please note: This course is for Dental Laboratory Technicians in the United States and Canada only.
(Images courtesy of Thomas Zaleske, AS)
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System
GC America Inc. Presents
”Removable Prosthetics: Basics & Beyond”
Thomas’ varied experiences and time spent in Removable
Prostheticsbringsabroaddepthofinsightandwhencoupled
with his unique and powerful communication skills, presents a
memorable and impacting impression. GC America is proud
to announce the addition of Thomas 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)ExcellenceinEducationAwardrecipient.
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