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You will learn techniques to produce high quality aesthetic restorations that harmonise with the adjacent natural teeth. This course will cover contouring and texturing techniques for lithium disilicate in the "blue state", highlight the proper burs and tools to achieve natural looking restorations. Additionally, finishing techniques for posterior zirconia restorations made with IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime block will be performed. Participants will walk away understanding colour theory and its practical application for block selection, shading, and characterisation.

Learning outcomes

- Creating the contour, anatomy, and surface texture of natural teeth - Shading and staining techniques to blend with natural dentition - Discussion of colour and translucency and for proper correct block selection utilising the SNA app

Speaker

Mr Jim Ruddy Dental Technician, Ivoclar Technical Instructor

im Ruddy has over 25 years’ experience in the field of dental ceramics; both lecturing and teaching across Australia, New Zealand and Europe. Jim was a trainer for three years in Germany and as part of his ongoing professional development he is certified every six months through the Ivoclar Vivadent ‘Train The Trainer’ (TTT) programme in Schaan, Liechtenstein. Jim works very closely with ceramists and consults with some of Australia’s leading practitioners regarding materials and techniques.

The Next Level of Speed & Strength An Introduction to CAD CAM Chairside


Speaker:

Mr Jim Ruddy Dental Technician, Ivoclar Technical Instructor

Thursday 2nd Jul 2026
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Venue: Ivoclar
12 Omega Street
Rosedale
Region: Auckland
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12 Omega Street
Rosedale
Auckland
0632
New Zealand