Finishing, Polishing and Cementing Monolithic Zirconia Crowns

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Jinny Bender, DMD
Finishing, Polishing and Cementing Monolithic Zirconia Crowns

Course Objectives

1 CE Credit

In this course, Dr. Jinny Bender guides clinicians through the essential steps for delivering monolithic zirconia restorations with confidence. Participants will explore techniques for refining fit, occlusion, and proximal contacts, as well as selecting appropriate tools and materials for finishing and polishing. The course also covers predictable bonding and cementation protocols with strategies to prevent postoperative sensitivity.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the material properties of monolithic zirconia and how it influences fit and function.
  • Explain how to evaluate and adjust occlusion and proximal contacts for optimal fit.
  • Demonstrate the use of specific burs and polishers to achieve a high-quality finish.
  • Review cementation and bonding protocols.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of different protocols in minimizing postoperative sensitivity.

Recognition & Approval

Pace Approval

Glidewell Education Center
Nationally Approved PACE Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority, or AGD endorsement. 3/1/2024 to 2/29/2028.
Provider ID# 216789

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Jinny Bender, DMD

Dr. Jinny Bender is a clinical dentist at Glidewell. After earning her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, she practiced general dentistry for 27 years before joining Glidewell in 2022. Dr. Bender is a member of the ADA, CDA and Orange County Dental Society.


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