CE lecture for the meeting of the Brazilian Dental Association – ABO US. Orlando, FL. “TED-style talks”
Date: 16/07/2025
Livio Lages DDS,MS, Phd
Specialist in Prosthodontics
Master’s degree in Orofacial Pain
PhD in Clinical Dentistry from São Leopoldo Mandic Institute and Research Center, Brazil
Extensive clinical and academic background with a diverse professional history
Co-founder and lead dentist at a private dental clinic
Applied and continuously refined advanced technical skills in clinical practice
Title
Smart Restorations: The Interface Between Occlusion, Biomimetics, and Longevity”
Course Description
“Smart Restorations: The Interface Between Occlusion, Biomimetics, and Longevity” explores the interplay between dental biomechanics, occlusal principles, and biomimetic materials in enhancing restorative longevity.
The lecture highlights how precise functional diagnosis and proper occlusal load distribution influence the mechanical performance of direct and indirect restorations. It covers minimally invasive restorative planning, the strategic use of composite resins and ceramics with biomimetic behavior, and occlusal adjustment protocols that prevent overload, adhesive failure, and structural fractures.
Objectives
Analyze the impact of occlusal forces and parafunctional habits on biomimetic restorations.
Review restorative materials with elastic behavior compatible with dental substrates.
Discuss stress-reduced layering techniques and functional design to minimize fractures.
Define occlusal adjustment protocols to ensure stability and longevity.
Correlate scientific evidence with long-term .
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