This lecture frames minimally invasive dentistry as a philosophy rather than a single technique, covering its levels of intervention from prevention to full mouth rehabilitation. Topics include when full-coverage crowns are still indicated, evaluating new restorative materials for esthetics/strength/tooth preservation, evidence-based ceramic selection, and adhesive system selection.
The annual membership meeting will be held at 8am on April 5th, 2027. All dentists, laboratory technicians, and team members are invited.
Learning Objectives
- Define the philosophy of Minimally Invasive Dentistry and its levels of intervention
- Recognize when full-coverage crowns remain indicated
- Evaluate restorative materials for esthetics, strength, and tooth preservation
- Select ceramic restorations using evidence-based guidelines
- Apply adhesion principles for different restorative materials
Speaker Bio
Dr. Marco Brindis is former Professor and Chair of Prosthodontics at LSU School of Dentistry, and owner/founder of The Smile Effect, a practice focused on full mouth rehabilitation, airway disorders, esthetics, and implants. He earned his DDS from Universidad Intercontinental (Mexico City, 1998), completed implant preceptorships and a surgical implant fellowship in Vitoria, Spain (2003), and his Prosthodontics certificate at LSU (2007). He’s a member of AARD, AO, ADA, ACP, and the Pierre Fauchard Academy.