Crown and Veneer Preparations in Dentistry

Saturday 28th November 2026
Time: 9.00am–4.30pm
Venue: NSK Stevenage, Hertford House, Rutherford Close, Stevenage, SG1 2EF
Speaker: Dr Ashish Rayarel BDS, MSc, MFGDP(UK), PgCert, FCGDent

Synopsis

Preparing for Perfection is a comprehensive hands-on and theory-based course designed to enhance clinicians’ knowledge and technical skills in the preparation of teeth for indirect restorations, with a focus on crowns and veneers.

The course explores contemporary principles of tooth preparation, material selection, biological considerations, and minimally invasive approaches that support predictable aesthetic and functional outcomes.

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of preparation design for various restorative materials, including all-ceramic and metal-ceramic systems, and learn how to optimise retention, resistance, marginal integrity, and periodontal health.

Through demonstrations, case discussions, and practical exercises, attendees will develop the confidence and precision required to execute high-quality crown and veneer preparations in everyday clinical practice.

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Aims and Objectives

To equip dental practitioners with the knowledge, clinical principles, and practical skills required to perform predictable, biologically sound, and aesthetically driven crown and veneer preparations using contemporary restorative concepts.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental principles governing tooth preparation for indirect restorations.
• Recognise the indications and contraindications for crowns and veneers.
• Evaluate tooth morphology, occlusion, and aesthetic requirements when planning restorations.
• Select appropriate preparation designs based on restorative material and clinical circumstances.
• Apply minimally invasive principles to preserve tooth structure while achieving optimal restorative outcomes.
• Identify common preparation errors and implement strategies to avoid them.
• Understand the importance of margin placement, emergence profile, and periodontal considerations.
• Integrate digital and conventional workflows into crown and veneer treatment planning.
• Perform predictable crown and veneer preparations with attention to retention, resistance, and aesthetics.
• Assess and refine preparations according to accepted clinical criteria and contemporary evidence.

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

Knowledge and Understanding

• Explain the biomechanical, biological, and aesthetic principles underlying crown and veneer preparations.
• Differentiate between preparation designs for metal-ceramic, lithium disilicate, zirconia, and other restorative materials.
• Describe the influence of occlusion and functional dynamics on preparation design and restorative longevity.

Clinical Skills

• Execute full-coverage crown preparations with appropriate reduction, taper, and finish-line configuration.
• Perform conservative veneer preparations that preserve enamel and maximise adhesive bonding.
• Create smooth, well-defined margins suitable for conventional and digital impression techniques.
• Evaluate preparations critically and make modifications to improve fit, aesthetics, and longevity.
• Manage challenging clinical scenarios, including worn dentitions, discoloured teeth, and compromised tooth structure.

Professional Competencies

• Incorporate evidence-based decision-making into restorative treatment planning.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory technicians and utilise digital workflows where appropriate.
• Deliver restorations that optimise aesthetics, function, and long-term biological health.
• Demonstrate increased confidence and precision in performing indirect restorative procedures.