Welcome to Nordic Institute of Dental Education
Are you interested in complementing your knowledge and skills as a dental professional?
Nordic Institute of Dental Education is a company founded by Planmeca Oy, one of the world’s leading dental technology companies, and the University of Turku. We offer continued education to international dentists and dental technicians who wish to strengthen their expertise in the latest topics in dentistry, utilising state-of-the-art technologies.
Dental technologies are evolving rapidly. Particularly 3D imaging, CAD/CAM solutions, specialized software applications and new biomaterials enable improved treatment methods and ways of working. In addition, the development of preventive dental care and the orthodontic sectors are increasingly important topics. In many countries, dentists are also facing increased regulatory requirements on continued education.
Our mission is to share the world-famous Nordic know-how in modern digital dentistry, utilising the academic qualifications of the University of Turku and the high technologies developed by Planmeca. The topics of the courses are related to e.g. 3D imaging, prosthodontics, endodontics, biomaterials science, orthodontics and CAD/CAM technologie
The courses are organised in Finland at the University of Turku and in Planmeca’s headquarters in Helsinki tentatively from the autumn 2014. The University of Turku admits the ECTS credits and course certificates to the students.
Nordic Institute of Dental Education is founded by UTU Holding Ltd, owned by the University of Turku, together with Planmeca Academy, a subsidiary of Planmeca Oy.
Our course program for fall 2014 includes:
Conservative dentistry: Minimally invasive dental treatments by using fiber-reinforced composite
This course familiarizes the student with minimally invasive dental treatments by using fiber-‐reinforced composite. It consists of 27 hours of both lectures and hands-‐on training, and is worth 3 ECTS credits.
Technology applied in dentistry: CAD/CAM fabricated restorations in modern adhesive dentistry
Computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology has already revolutionised the field of dental restoration. We invite you to deepen your knowledge in this new field ofdental technology and to learn more about the treatment methods of the future. This course consists of 32 hours of lectures and hands-‐on training, and is worth 3 ECTS credits.
Esthetic dentistry
The international demand for esthetic dentistry is growing rapidly. Our course aims to give you all the necessary tools to offer your clients the most advanced information and methods regarding esthetic dentistry. The course consists of 32 hours of lectures and hands-‐on training, and is worth 3 ECTS credits
The course language is English.
We also offer tailor-‐made courses for groups of dental professionals – please do not hesitate to contact us in case you would like suggest a certain course.
Conservative dentistry:
Minimally invasive dental treatments by using fiber-reinforced composite
This course familiarises the student with minimally invasive dental treatments by using fiber-‐reinforced composite. It consists of 32 hours of both lectures and hands-on training, and it is worth 3 ECTS credits.
Course objectives
- To get a clear overview of the structure, components, principles of function and physical properties of fiber-‐reinforced composite materials;
- To identify the most suitable clinical applications for the material and the risks related to its use;
- To gain an understanding of the longevity of restorations and the need for maintenance treatment;
- To learn the technical skills required to fabricate fiber-‐reinforced composite restorations of various kinds;
- To understand the importance of biomechanical stress on restorative and prosthetic structures.
Length of the cours
4 days (3 ECTS points, European Credit Transfer System
Format
Lectures and hands-‐on training.
Lecturers
- Pekka Vallittu (DDS, PhD, FADM, University of Turku);
- Timo Närhi (DDS, PhD, University of Turku);
- Arzu Tezvergil-Mutluay (DDS, PhD, FADM, University of Turku);
- Johanna Tanner (DDS, PhD, University of Turku);
- Anna-Maria Le Bell-‐Rönnlöf (DDS, PhD, University of Turku);
- Hands-on practitioners will be provided by Stick Tech Ltd.
Topics
Structure and design of fiber-‐reinforced composite device
Rationale for using fiber-‐reinforced composites
Applications: direct adhesive fixed dental prostheses, indirect fiber-‐reinforced fixed dental prostheses, root canal anchoring systems and core-‐built-‐ups, periodontal splinting systems, fiber-‐reinforced filling composites, implant supra structures, removable appliances
Adhesion principles of composite restorations
Maintenance treatments of fiber composite restorations
Longevity and complications related to prosthetic devices and treatments
Course schedule
Day 1 (Lectures):
- Principles of fiber-‐reinforced composites;
- Adhesion of fiber-‐reinforced composites to tooth surface;
- Adhesion of cements to fiber-‐reinforced composites.
Day 2 (Lectures):
- Direct and indirect fiber-‐reinforced composite bridges;
- Filling composites;
- Root – post-‐anchorage systems (clinical applications)
Day 3 (Lectures & hands-on)
- State of-‐the art of fiber-‐reinforced composites in oral implantology
- Introduction to cranial implants;
- Maintenance treatment, repair and longevity of fiber-reinforced composite bridges;
- Treatment planning model exercise;
- Hands-‐on training.
Day 4 (Hands-on):
- Hands-‐on training continues .
Course dates for 2014
- October 28–31, 2014
- December 9–12, 2014
NIDE’s courses run from Tuesday to Friday. Voluntary visit to Planmeca’s headquarters and factory in Helsinki, Finland will be offered to the interested participants on
the Monday before the course.
Venue
University of Turku, Institute of Dentistry Lemminkäisenkatu 2,
FI-‐20014 Turku, Finland
Target group
Graduated dentists
The course will be carried out in English
Course fee
The price of the course is 2000€ + value added tax (24%). The price includes the lectures and training, materials, lunches and refreshments. Travel and hotel costs are not included
For further information and registration, please contact:
NIDE’s Training Coordinator Soili Vihavainen tel. +358 20 779 5564 soili.vihavainen(at)nordicdented.co
NIDE’s CEO Jenni Pajunen tel. +358 20 779 5348
jenni.pajunen(at)nordicdented.com
Technology applied in dentistry:
CAD-CAM fabricated restorations in modern adhesive dentistry
Computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology has revolutionised the field of dental restorations. We invite you to deepen your knowledge in this new field of dental technology and to learn more about the treatment methods of the future.
This course consists of 32 hours of lectures and hands-‐on training, and it is worth 3 ECTS credits.
Course objectives:
- To describe the clinical applications, benefits and limitations of the CAD/CAM systems ;
- To understand the design and fabrication of different restorations: inlays, onlays, veneers, crowns, fixed partial dentures, implants abutments, and full-‐mouth reconstruction ;
- To understand and implement proper techniques for surface preparation of tooth and restorative surfaces ;
- To learn the technical skills required to use CAD/CAM technology.
Length of the course
4 days (3 ECTS points, European Credit Transfer System)
Format
Lectures and hands-on training
Lecturers
- Johanna Tanner (DDS, PhD, University of Turku)
- Kari Pihlman (LDS, Private practice in Finland)
- Petri Kajander (Product Manager, Planmeca)
- Other lecturers to be confirmed.
Topics
- Overview of CAD/CAM systems ;
- Understanding of biomechanics of intact and restored teeth and dentition ;
- Insight to the materials used in CAD/CAM process (glass ceramics, crystallized ceramics, composites) ;
- Principles of adhesion to tooth surfaces ;
- Principles of adhesion to restorative materials;
- Clinical use of indirect restorations ;
- Longevity and maintenance treatment of restorations;
- Аpplication and simulation training .
Course schedule
Day 1 (Lectures):
- Overview of the current CAD-‐CAM systems;
- Step by step – tooth preparation according to the different applications ;
- Principles of adhesion to tooth surfaces;
- Principles of adhesion to restorative materials ;
Day 2 (Lectures):
- Clinical advantages and disadvantages of the system;
- Laboratory testing of the performance of cemented restorations made with CAD/CAM ;
- Materials used with CAD/CAM technology .
Day 3 (Hands-‐on):
- CAD/CAM dentistry – Chairside system overview ;
- Introduction to the milling system ;
- Case 1 – Crown with buccal bite scan ;
- Case 2 – Crown with no mesial ;
- Case 3 – Anterior Crown.
Day 4 (Hands-‐on)
- Case 4 - Multiple Inlay and Onlay ;
- Stain and Glaze – Finishing the restorations ;
- Case 5 – Impression scan ;
- Case 6 – Scanning clone ;
- Case 7 – Bridge design
Course dates for 2014
- November 18–21, 2014
- December 2–5, 2014
NIDE’s courses run from Tuesday to Friday. Voluntary visit to Planmeca’s headquarters and factory will be offered to the interested participants on the Monday before the course.
Venue
Planmeca Oy
Asentajankatu 6
FIN-‐00880 Helsinki, Finland
Target group
Graduated dentists
The course will be carried out in English
Course fee
The price of the course is 2000€ + value added tax (24%). The price includes the lectures and training, materials, lunches and refreshments. Travel and hotel costs are not included.
For further information and registration, please contact:
NIDE’s Training Coordinator Soili Vihavainen tel. +358 20 779 5564 soili.vihavainen(at)nordicdented.com
NIDE’s CEO Jenni Pajunen tel. +358 20 779 5348
jenni.pajunen(at)nordicdented.com
Esthetic Dentistry
The international demand for esthetic dentistry is growing rapidly. Our course aims to give you all the necessary tools to offer your clients the most advanced information and methods regarding esthetic dentistry. The course consists of 32 hours of lectures and hands-‐on training, and it is worth 3 ECTS credits.
Course objectives:
- To provide the tools to diagnose, plan, prepare and deliver advanced esthetic dentistry
- To identify the most suitable treatment alternatives according to different clinical cases
- To be able to provide predictable clinical solutions with high esthetic standards
- To learn to master the application of smile design principles
- To acquire technical skills to develop highly esthetic reconstructions
- To develop treatment plans including sequencing of treatment and selection of appropriate materials
- To learn advanced techniques in bonding, material selection, repairs, preparation design, layering, blocking out dark teeth, obtaining excellent interproximal contacts and diastema closure
- To improve predictability of esthetic outcomes with bonded porcelain restorations
- To gain a deep understanding of the maintenance and durability of direct and indirect composite restorations
Length of the course
4 days (3 ECTS points, European Credit Transfer System)
Format
Lectures and hands-‐on training
Lecturers
- Johanna Tanner (DDS, PHD, University of Turku)
- Other lecturers to be confirmed
- Hands-‐on practitioners will be provided by Planmeca and Stick Tech Ltd.
Topics
- Smile analysis and design
- Relationship function and esthetics
- Direct composite layering techniques
- Direct composite mock-‐up
- Indirect composite techniques
- Porcelain restorations
- Clinical photography techniques
- Hands-‐on practice
Course schedule
Day 1 (Lectures):
Smile analysis and design
Relationship function and esthetics
Day 2 (Lectures):
Direct composite layering techniques
Indirect composite techniques
Porcelain restorations
Day 3 (Lectures):
Blocking out dark teeth, obtaining interproximal contacts and diastema closure
Advanced techniques in bonding and material selection
Maintenance of composite restorations
Clinical photography techniques
Day 4 (Hands-‐on):
Hands-‐on training of the lecture topics
Course dates for 2014
- October 21–24, 2014
- November 4–7, 2014
NIDE’s courses run from Tuesday to Friday. Voluntary visit to Planmeca’s headquarters and factory in Helsinki, Finland will be offered to the interested participants on
the Monday before the course.
Venue
University of Turku, Institute of Dentistry Lemminkäisenkatu 2
FI-‐20014 Turku, Finland
Target group
Graduated dentists
The course will be carried out in English
Course fee
The price of the course is 2000 € + value added tax (24%). The price includes the lectures and training, materials, lunches and refreshments. Travel and hotel costs are not included.
For further information and registration, please contact
NIDE’s Training Coordinator Soili Vihavainen tel. +358 20 779 5564 soili.vihavainen(at)nordicdented.com
NIDE’s CEO Jenni Pajunen tel. +358 20 779 5348
jenni.pajunen(at)nordicdented.com
Nordic Institute of Dental Education
Terms & Conditions
1. General
Nordic Institute of Dental Education (“NIDE”) is a joint-‐venture company by Planmeca Academy Oy and UTU Holding Oy based in Finland. NIDE offers continued education courses to international dental professionals.
2. Description of the service
The course descriptions are located at NIDE’s website, www.nordicdented.com. The University of Turku grants the participants ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) Credits for participating in NIDE’s courses, unless otherwise specified.
NIDE provides the participants with a certificate issued by the Turku University Faculty of Medicine.
3. Subscriptions, fees and payments
The participants apply to the courses on NIDE’s website. NIDE will confirm the attendance by e-‐mail to the address provided in connection with the registration. By submitting the application, the terms and conditions stated here are accepted by the applicant.
The applicant receives a confirmation of attendance and instructions for payment by e-‐mail from NIDE.
The applicants are advised not to make their travel reservations before receiving a confirmation.
The payment method is by invoice. In case the payment is not received by the payment deadline, course participation cannot be guaranteed.
The course prices will be confirmed to each course separately.The course fee includes training, materials, as well as lunches and refreshments during the course. Travel and hotel costs are not included.
By submitting the application, the applicants confirm that they consider their level to correspond to that of the course.
4. Cancellations and changes to the courses
All cancellations and postponements must be submitted in writing. Our cancellation policy is the following:
28 days before the start of the course . . . . . . . . 100% refund 15 to 28 days before . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50% refund
14 days before or later. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0% refund
NIDE reserves the right to change the lecturers or venues and to reschedule classes and will try to accommodate a new schedule within a reasonable time.
In the event that a course has less than 10 participants, NIDE reserves the right to cancel the course. The registrants will be informed of the next available date. In the event of cancellation,the course fees will be refunded in full. NIDE has no other liability with respect to cancellations.
5. Intellectual property rights
Training material including hard copies and digital media supplied to participants is the property of NIDE or third parties and intended for the participants’ use only. The participant agrees that she/he will not make copies or distribute the material without separate written authorization from NIDE.
6. Other applicable conditions
The participants are strongly advised to have travel insurance. NIDE takes no responsibility for accidents occurring during the trips.
NIDE takes no responsibility for the participants’ actions in applying the skills learnt at NIDE’s courses.
The personal data information submitted to NIDE in connection with the registration will be handled in accordance with applicable laws.
7. Governing law and jurisdiction
This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Finland without any reference to rules governing choice of laws. Any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement, or the breach, termination or validity thereof shall be finally settled by the district court of Helsinki, Finland.
