Universal Composites: Evidence, Performance, and Clinical Decision-Making

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Learning Objectives:

• Review the material science and key properties that distinguish modern universal composites from previous generations.
• Discuss the clinical advantages, limitations, and indications of universal composites for anterior and posterior restorations.
• Evaluate factors that influence esthetics, handling, polish retention, wear resistance, and long-term clinical performance.

Presenter Qualifications:

Dr. Rolando Nunez received this dental degree from Central University of Venezuela in 1997. He enrolled a Biomaterials Graduate Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, obtaining a MSc. degree in 2004. He joined BISCO as a private clinical consultant from 2005 until 2013, where he worked closely with the Research and Development Department in the development of new and innovative products. In 2014 he became Manager of Clinical Research for BISCO Inc. Dr Nunez has held a private practice focusing in Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry for the past 10 years. He has lectured in over 30 countries on a vast array of topics regarding Adhesive Dentistry. He has many publications regarding clinical techniques as well as scientific articles in peer review journals. Dr. Nunez is a member of: the International Association of Dental Research; American Association of International Research; Latin American Society of Operative Dentistry and Biomaterials; Dental Materials Group of the IADR; and the Venezuelan Society of Operative Dentistry Biomaterials and Esthetics.