Zirconia Prep and Bond

Paul Gerlóczy teaches posterior zirconia and lithium-disilicate workflows through discussion and practical exercises. The course considers different zirconia generations, translucency, indications and limitations, and relates material choice to tooth preparation.

Practical programme

• Guided preparation of tabletops, overlays, veneerlays, three-quarter crowns and full crowns.
• Using silicone keys to control reduction, with bur choice and working sequence.
• Relining provisional restorations to improve their fit.
• Bonding and cementation principles for zirconia and lithium disilicate.
• Adjustment and polishing of the final restorations.

Teaching runs 09:00–18:00. It is suitable for dentists learning these materials and experienced clinicians refining their protocols. Microscope experience is not required; practical teaching includes access to magnification.

Venue, attendance and fee

Teaching is in English at BELOGRAD Academy, Českomoravská 2532/19b, Prague, Czech Republic. The standard fee is €1,000 plus mandatory 21% VAT, giving €1,210 before any eligible discount. Materials, instruments, lunch, coffee breaks and photo/video support are included. Flights, accommodation, airport transfers and any invitation-letter delivery are extra.

The academy’s usual teaching day starts at 09:00 and finishes at 17:00–18:00; check your final timetable. Online registration is required, with card, bank-transfer and deposit-based payment options. Published discount schemes differ between sections of the site, so confirm any reduction in the final booking total. CPD hours and certificate conditions need confirmation. The runs below show advertised English-language dates; places can change.