Minimally Invasive Dentistry: From Philosophy to Practice
Presented by Dr. Marco Brindis
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Minimally Invasive Dentistry: From Philosophy to Practice
Minimally invasive dentistry extends beyond materials and techniques—it is a philosophy that guides clinical decision making. This presentation builds upon foundational concepts by focusing on their practical application in daily restorative care.
Through a prosthodontic perspective, the lecture examines the role of etiology, airway dysfunction, and parafunction in tooth wear, restorative failure, and long-term dental breakdown. Emphasis is placed on identifying when additive restorative approaches, including the Vonlay concept, are indicated as conservative alternatives to traditional full-coverage restorations.
Clinical cases will demonstrate how biologically compatible materials and minimally invasive preparation designs can be incorporated into restorative treatment planning to preserve tooth structure and improve long-term predictability.
At the Conclusion of This Course
Recognize the role of etiology and airway-related factors in tooth wear, restorative failure, and long-term dental breakdown.
Differentiate indications for additive restorative approaches, including the Vonlay concept, versus traditional full-coverage restorations.
Incorporate biologically compatible materials and minimally invasive preparation designs into everyday restorative decision making.
Dr. Marco Brindis
Founder, The Smile Effect
Dr. Marco Brindis is a prosthodontist, former Professor and Chair of Prosthodontics at Louisiana State University School of Dentistry, where he also served seven years as Director of the Implant Fellowship, emphasizing surgical implant placement by prosthodontists.
He is the founder of The Smile Effect, a private practice specializing in comprehensive full-mouth rehabilitation, esthetics, implant dentistry, and airway-related disorders through an interdisciplinary approach.
Dr. Brindis earned his D.D.S. from Universidad Intercontinental in Mexico City in 1998, followed by Preceptorships in Dental Implantology at Universidad Intercontinental (1999) and the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (2002). He completed a Surgical Implant Fellowship at the Biotechnology Institute in Vitoria, Spain (2003), received his Certificate in Prosthodontics from LSU (2007), and pursued advanced training in Esthetics and Occlusion at The Pankey Institute.
An international lecturer, Dr. Brindis is active in the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, Academy of Osseointegration, American Dental Association, American College of Prosthodontists, and Pierre Fauchard Academy. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Dentists and the International College of Dentists, USA Section, recognizing his professional achievements, leadership, and contributions to dentistry.
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