“Generations of Zirconia…What Every Clinician Needs To Know From Material Selection to Clinical Application” by Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman
November 3, 2026 12:30 AM - 01:30 AM (GMT)
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DATE: Monday, November 02, 2026
TIME: 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM EST
LOCATION: Online ZOOM CE Event.
CE: 1 Lecture CEU, subject code: 610
PROGRAM PROVIDER: Massachusetts AGD
COST: AGD Member: Free. Non AGD Member: $45
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Course Description:
NOT ALL ZIRCONIAS ARE THE SAME!! There have been numerous generations of monolithic zirconia since its introduction as a full contour indirect restorative material in 2010. Manufacturers and researchers hope to develop a zirconia material that combines strength and translucency. This presentation will provide an in-depth overview of the various zirconia generations and what a clinician should know about the mechanical and optical properties of each generation to aid in the selection process when prescribing zirconia restorations. The most recent monolithic zirconia cementing protocols will also be discussed. Finally, what clinical-based evidence on monolithic zirconia restorations has recently been reported in the literature, and can an alternative laboratory survey method provide useful information on zirconia's current clinical status?
Objectives:
- Attendees will be able to classify the various types of zirconia materials that are currently available based on their Yttria concentration.
- Recognize the mechanical (including wear characteristics) and optical properties of each zirconia type, as well as their impact on clinical considerations.
- Attendees will learn how to effectively cement zirconia restorations and learn about recent clinical outcomes.
Speaker Bio:
Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman is a Tenured Professor of Restorative Dentistry and Biomaterials at the Adams School of Dentistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned his clinical certificate in Operative Dentistry and his PhD in Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomaterials from the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomaterial Sciences at the University of Turku in Finland in collaboration with the Department of Restorative Dentistry at UNC. Dr. Sulaiman is a wet-handed clinician and a researcher who is passionate about bridging the gap between dental research and clinical application. Dr. Sulaiman’s research focus is on maximizing the clinical relevance of in vitro testing. He has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. He is a fellow of the International College of Dentists and a member of many academies, including the prestigious American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and vice president of the Academy of Operative Dentistry. He has presented on numerous national and international stages and serves as a reviewer for many peer-reviewed journals.
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