Welcome to Additive World

Category: Restoration

Instructor(s): Francesca Vailati

Course structure: Lessons: 20 lessons | Duration: 25 h

Course overview

"Welcome to Additive World" is a comprehensive course developed by Dr.

Vailati that introduces and explores the modern, minimally invasive approach to full-mouth rehabilitation using additive techniques.

Moving away from traditional subtractive dentistry, this course emphasizes tooth preservation, functional improvement, and esthetic outcomes.

The course combines structured theoretical lessons with live clinical case discussions to help clinicians learn how to diagnose, plan, and execute additive treatments for patients with worn dentition.

It provides a step-by-step understanding of how to manage the vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO), build posterior and anterior contacts, and use palatal veneers effectively.

What You Will Learn:
-The fundamentals and clinical rationale behind additive dentistry
-How to apply the ACE classification system for treatment planning
-Diagnostic photography and consultation protocols
-How to determine and increase the vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO)
-The full 3-step esthetic workflow: posterior, control, and anterior phases
-Techniques for the fabrication and bonding of palatal veneers
-Clinical case analysis with live, unedited case recordings
-Improved and re-edited session content for enhanced clarity
Why Take This Course:
-Learn directly from the founder of the additive approach, Dr.

Vailati
-Apply practical, clinically tested protocols in your daily practice
-Understand the logic of minimally invasive strategies for complex cases
-Build confidence in managing patients with severe tooth wear
-Observe real-life clinical decisions, including challenges and corrections

Curriculum

Lesson 1: Welcome to my World

• Introduction to Dr. Vailati’s philosophy and the foundation of additive dentistry. Why this approach matters today.

Lesson 2: Update

• A review of the latest clinical updates, literature, and the rationale for moving away from subtractive techniques.

Lesson 3: It is Hard

• An honest look at the challenges dentists face when applying additive protocols. Mistakes, frustrations, and learning curves.

Lesson 4: ACE Classification

• The ACE system for case classification: assessing the degree of tooth wear and planning complexity.

Lesson 5: Esthetic, 3Step

• Overview of the 3-step esthetic approach that ensures functional and beautiful outcomes.

Lesson 6: Photography

• Essential clinical photography techniques: documentation, diagnosis, and communication with the lab and the patient.

Lesson 7: First, Consult

• How to conduct an initial consultation. Understanding patient expectations and collecting diagnostic data.

Lesson 8: How to Start Treating Them?

• Where to begin with complex wear cases. Diagnostic steps and strategic planning for full-mouth rehab.

Lesson 9: How to Choose the Increase of the VDO for each Patient

• How to determine and test the new Vertical Dimension of Occlusion (VDO) tailored to each patient.

Lesson 10: Second Step: The Posterior Contacts, Posterior Wax-Up, The White Bite

• Managing the posterior segment: wax-up strategy, testing occlusion, and using the “white bite” technique.

Lesson 11: 3rd Step: Control, Bonding Palatal Veneers

• Monitoring patient adaptation and bonding palatal veneers on posterior teeth.

Lesson 12: 3rd Step: Anterior Contacts, Palatal Veneers Fabrication, Palatal Veneer Bonding

• Final anterior phase: creating and bonding palatal veneers on front teeth for functional and esthetic integration.

Lesson 13: Recorded LIVE Interactive Case Discussion with Dr. Vailati – Session 1 Part 1

• Live case: clinical evaluation and treatment planning with step-by-step rationale.

Lesson 14: Recorded LIVE Interactive Case Discussion with Dr. Vailati – Session 1 Part 2

• Continuation of case discussion: analysis of photos, wax-ups, and provisional strategy.

Lesson 15: Recorded LIVE Interactive Case Discussion with Dr. Vailati – Session 2

• Follow-up session: new patient case with in-depth discussion on diagnostic and therapeutic stages.

Lesson 16: Recorded LIVE Interactive Case Discussion with Dr. Vailati – Session 3 Part 1

• Focus on posterior restoration: clinical demonstration and decision-making insights.

Lesson 17: Recorded LIVE Interactive Case Discussion with Dr. Vailati – Session 3 Part 2

• Transition to anterior rehabilitation: overcoming challenges and final adjustments.

Lesson 18: Recorded LIVE Interactive Case Discussion with Dr. Vailati – Session 1 Second Edition

• Updated version of Session 1: clearer visuals, better explanations, and additional clinical insights.

Lesson 19: Recorded LIVE Interactive Case Discussion with Dr. Vailati – Session 2 Second Edition

• Second edition of Session 2: improved educational value and case depth.

Lesson 20: Recorded LIVE Interactive Case Discussion with Dr. Vailati – Session 3 Second Edition

• Final updated session: complete journey from diagnosis to bonding in an enhanced format.