Speaker Information

Dr. Gerard Kugel
Lincoln, NE
Esthetics/Restorative
Registration opens
December 9th


  • Private Practice
  • Dean and Professor, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry
  • Editorial Board, Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry and Compendium; Editor Emeritus, Inside Dentistry

Fr6097 - Adhesive Bonding, Direct Composites and Bioactive Materials
Date/Time: 3/13/2026   2 - 4:30 p.m.
Type: Lectures
Dentist Fee: $105.00  Other Fee: $75.00
Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Students
Credits: 2.50

This course explores the latest advancements in restorative materials and techniques to improve clinical outcomes. Attendees will evaluate next-generation composites, bonding agents, and bioactive materials—separating marketing from meaningful innovation. Topics include protecting the pulp, reducing post-operative sensitivity, and mastering composite layering and shade-matching techniques. Through evidence-based insights, clinicians will learn when to embrace new materials, understand their limitations, and refine their restorative approach for greater efficiency, longevity, and patient satisfaction.