Master composite injection moulding with Dr Christopher Leech – practical, hands-on training in case selection, workflows and technique.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of this course is to provide delegates with a practical and clinically relevant understanding of the composite injection moulding technique, including appropriate case selection, stent fabrication, clinical execution, common complications, limitations and long-term maintenance considerations.

By the end of the course, delegates will have been introduced to:

1. The clinical applications of composite injection moulding in restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

2. Appropriate case selection, including cases suitable for additive composite dentistry and cases where alternative treatment options may be more appropriate.

3. The principles of smile design, diagnostic planning and wax-up/mock-up workflows relevant to injection moulding.

4. The fabrication of the injection moulding stent, including the advantages and disadvantages of chairside fabrication versus laboratory-produced stents.

5. The clinical stages of the injection moulding procedure, including isolation, preparation, adhesive protocols, composite injection, curing, finishing and polishing.

6. Hands-on practical experience of using the stent and performing the composite injection moulding technique on a training model.

7. Common pitfalls, including poor case selection, inaccurate stent fabrication, inadequate isolation, air voids, excess flash, bonding failure, finishing errors and occlusal issues.

8. The limitations of the technique, including aesthetic, functional, material and longevity considerations.

9. Maintenance requirements, including polishing, repair, review protocols and management of staining, chipping or wear.

Learning Outcomes

Following completion of the course, delegates will be able to:

1. Describe the main clinical indications for composite injection moulding.

2. Identify suitable and unsuitable cases for the technique.

3. Explain the importance of diagnostic planning, wax-up design and stent accuracy.

4. Compare the benefits and drawbacks of self-fabricated versus laboratory-made injection moulding stents.

5. Outline the key clinical stages involved in carrying out the injection moulding procedure.

6. Demonstrate the basic practical steps of the technique on a training model.

7. Recognise common clinical and technical errors associated with the procedure.

8. Explain the limitations of composite injection moulding and when alternative restorative options may be preferable.

9. Advise patients appropriately regarding maintenance, longevity, repairability and review requirements following treatment.

6.5 CPD hours, GDC learning outcome level C

About Your Trainer

Dr Christopher Leech

BDS (Ncl), MAGDS RCS (Ed), MFDS RCPS (Glasg), Dip Imp Dent RCS (Ed), FDS RCS (Ed), FCGDent

After studying at Newcastle University Dr. Leech travelled internationally, training to the highest standards.

He is President Elect of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and is the first dentist in the UK to pass the Membership for Advanced General Dental Surgery with the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh. He is a member of the Dental Faculty for the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.

He has also been awarded his Diploma in Implantology from the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh and is an examiner for them, as well as a Fellow of the College. He is also a Fellow of the College of General Dentistry England.

Course Programme

Terms and Conditions

Cancellations must be made at least 28 days before course date.

Refunds will be made at the discretion of GC UK Ltd. All external expenses incurred by GC UK will be deducted from any course fee refund together with a 10% cancellation charge. Refunds for bookings made less than 28 days prior to the scheduled course date are entirely at GC UK management discretion. Alternative attendance on a future course may also be offered.

Cancellation of a course directly by GC UK due to foreseen/unforeseen circumstances will be refundable at 100% of cost.

GC UK are unable to compensate out of pocket expenses incurred in the unlikely event a course is cancelled.

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