Kenwood/Hyde Park Branch | Techniques in Digital Dentistry/Cariology

About this event

Join the Kenwood/Hyde Park Branch at Norman’s Bistro on November 10, 2026 for the lecture “Techniques in Digital Dentistry/Cariology” presented by Camila A. Zamperini, DDS, PhD.

Course Description: Techniques in Digital Dentistry/Cariology

S peaker Bio: Camila A. Zamperini is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) College of Dentistry. She teaches Dental Materials and serves as an instructor in Operative Dentistry and Digital Dentistry pre-clinical and clinical courses. Zamperini received both her D.D.S. (2006) and Ph.D. (2011) from the Sao Paulo State University, Araraquara Dental School, Brazil. Following this, she was a post-doc fellow at the Sao Paulo State University, Brazil (2011-13) and at the University of Illinois, Chicago (2014-15). More recently, she completed a Residency in Operative Dentistry at the University of Iowa, Iowa City (2020). Zamperini’s research has been focusing on developing innovative anti-biofilm and anti-caries strategies and more currently also comprises the study of the potential role of the innate immune system on root caries progression. Zamperini is the author of book chapters, and over 30 peer-reviewed manuscripts published in the last 12 years.

Learning Objectives:

Digital Dentistry – Lessons learned from using CAD-CAM Technology for Tooth-Supported Restorations

1. List the advantages and disadvantages of the CAD-CAM workflow

2. Differentiate the two main types of computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)

3. Lessons learned from using the digital workflow to fabricate dental restorations

From Caries Risk Assessment to Minimally Invasive Dentistry: Connecting Risk, Disease Management, and Clinical Decisions

1. Describe the role of caries risk assessment and lesion activity in guiding minimally invasive treatment decisions.

2. Select individualized preventive, nonrestorative, microinvasive, and restorative strategies based on caries risk and lesion characteristics.

3. Integrate risk-based caries management and periodic reassessment into clinical practice to preserve tooth structure and support long-term oral health.

CE Hours: 2

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