Viac Hands - on :

Beginner course - Basic Ceramic Techniques

Course outlines: For the Technician wanting to learn ceramics

1. Three layer build- up of anterior or posterior with an understanding to the properties of ceramics and its relationship to metal.
   - Metal design , shape ,shade texture and glaze.
2. Basic build- up of a three unit bridge - anterior or posterior

Intermediate course : Simple esthetics

Course outline : For Technicians working as ceramists in commercial labs.

1. Build up of anterior or posterior - refresher course on the principles of ceramics.
   - Learning a standard build up technique to apply to all ceramic systems (VIAC-SSP)
   - Placement of internal stains and modifiers
   - Understanding shade selection and metal design
2. Build up of anterior or posterior three unit bridge.

Advanced courses:

Course outline: based on an individuals or groups requirements as well as problem solving.

Other Professionals / CDA , Hygenists - Understanding Ceramics

Course outline :

This will coincide with the Beginner course : basic ceramics Techniques - The assistants / hygenists will get a understanding of the production of a ceramic restoration. The mechanics behind the metal ceramic bonding , watch a basic layering build up and learn shade taking from a technicians perspective - chroma , hue, value , density and translucency. The course will also cover checking contacts and polishing a contact or adjusted occlusion.

Please contact VIAC for more Information regarding dates of courses or to set up a course date and any other inquiries
Ceramic product of choice may be requested for hands - on courses: Ivoclar , Vita, Duceram, Allceram etc.