This course will involve individual presentations from each resident of 1-2 current peer-reviewed articles related to dental materials. The course will teach the resident to generate a cohesive and effective presentation, learn current developments in multiple disciplines, critically evaluate current dental literature using an evidence based analysis of restorative techniques and materials, and be able to evaluate treatment outcomes and make a knowledgeable long-term patient prognosis based on clinical data.

Provides students with foundational knowledge and practical skills for investigating dental materials throughvlaboratory-based approaches. The course covers laboratory basics, pilot testing, protocol development, and the application of standards and engineering terminology, alongside a range of testing methods including mechanical, fatigue, bond strength, wear, hardness, and optical property evaluation. Students will learn about microscopy and profilometry for material characterization, understand and apply levels of evidence in research, and develop skills in scientific writing for papers and abstracts. By integrating technical competence with critical analysis, this course prepares students to contribute effectively to dental materials research and evidence-based practice.

Introduces students to the clinically relevant properties, microstructure, and composition of contemporary dental materials, emphasizing how these characteristics influence their physical and mechanical performance in practice. Topics include advanced bonding techniques, composites, glass ionomer and bioactive materials, pulp capping agents, zirconia, CAD/CAM materials, resin cements, curing lights, impression and temporary materials. Through a combination of theory and clinical application, the course prepares students to select and utilize dental materials effectively in evidence-based patient care.

Focuses on contemporary approaches to the prevention and minimally invasive management of dental disease, with emphasis on both aesthetic and functional outcomes. Students will develop skills in managing anterior discolorations, performing high-quality anterior and posterior composite restorations, and treating deep caries with evidence-based protocols. The course covers the selection and application of ceramics, cementation and bonding techniques, and partial coverage restorations, while also introducing the use of advanced technologies such as clinical photography and 3D printing. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice, students will refine their ability to plan and execute advanced restorative treatments.

Equips students with the statistical skills needed to analyze and interpret data in dental research. The course introduces Microsoft Excel for data management and advanced functions, alongside the fundamentals of statistical reasoning, including hypothesis testing, p-values, and t-tests. Students will learn methods for comparing multiple groups, performing post-hoc analyses, and applying non-parametric tests. The curriculum also covers power analysis, assumption testing, correlation, and regression techniques, with an introduction to SPSS for more complex analyses. Emphasis is placed on presenting results effectively for research publications and professional communication.