Biomimetic dentistry in anterior region- direct composite structures in a simple, but aesthetic way - QAdental Forum 2027 - Coltene special theme Jan. 28, 2027

Registration

You can register for the full day including both the lecture and hands-on sessions, or for the lecture sessions only. Prices:

Lectures and hands-on: €180.00 (incl. VAT) - 20 places

The day course package includes breakfast, lunch with wine service, and afternoon coffee. The evening gala includes dinner with wine service.

You can download the continuing education applications for Thursday’s special themes here.

Registration is available only through a web browser (not via the mobile app). Registration is open to licensed members until May 19, 2026, after which it will open to all members.

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Organizer

GC

There will be no recording of the course.

Target audience

Dentist

Content

During the day, the following topics will be covered:

• Biomimetic dentistry in the anterior region – direct composite restorations following Bio-Emulation concepts
• Composite color selection
• Advanced photographic techniques to support this
• Practical approach – is simplification possible?
• Live demo and hands-on session
• Class IV restoration of a young anterior tooth using a simplified layering technique

Lecturer Dr. Javier Tapia Guadix

Dr. Javier Tapia Guadix, associate professor in the postgraduate aesthetics program.

He graduated from the European University of Madrid with a dental degree in 2003 and served as an associate professor in the Prosthetics Department in 2004. In 2005, he began his career as a professional computer graphics artist, specialising in illustration, animation, and application development. That same year, he was honoured with the Collegiate Merit Award by the Spanish College of Dentists of the 1st Region.

In 2010, Javier co-founded the Bio-Emulation group with Panaghiotis Bazos and Gianfranco Politano. This international group comprises experts in biomimetic dentistry, including clinicians, researchers, and technicians. He also works as a consultant and developer for various dental companies, including GC and Polydentia, and has been a member of the GC Europe Restorative Advisory Board since 2010. He is also a key opinion leader for several companies including GC, Zeiss, EVE Rotary, Polydentia, Velopex and LM Instruments.

Javier is an official reviewer for the International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry, the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, and the International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry. He works in private practice in Madrid and Barcelona, focusing on restorative dentistry and aesthetics. Additionally, he is an associate professor in the postgraduate aesthetics program at the European University of Madrid and collaborates with other universities across Europe. As an international lecturer, Javier has participated in over 400 congresses, hands-on courses, and live courses. He has published numerous articles on restorative dentistry, dental photography, and the use of computers in dentistry.