Lectures & Workshops

Date: 4 September 2025
Time: 9.00am– 6.00pm
Venue: UniMed UniHealth CorporateOffice Training room,Washpur, Dhaka

Synopsis

Porcelain fused to metal (PFM) restorations are routinely prescribed to patients, as predictable and economical options that meet their aesthetic and functional needs. Dental ceramists require proper planning, technical skills and a thorough understanding of metal-ceramics to be able to fabricate life-like PFM restorations and replicate the details of natural anatomy. The use of predictable methods and proven ceramic systems further minimize the risk of failure during production, elevate the quality of work, increase productivity and efficiency in daily workflow, leading to greater profit for the lab.

Layering metal-ceramic porcelain system such as Vintage Pro feature micro-fine particle structure and a stable formulation that impart natural optical characteristics, color stability, excellent handling, higher fracture resistance and long-term functional durability, for consistent and reliable outcomes.

This interactive workshop will provide an understanding of Vintage PRO porcelain system, application possibilities and how labs can effectively overcome their daily challenges to fabricate stable, life-like PFM restorations.

Learning Objectives:

• Framework Design of metal-ceramic restorations
• Understanding Color, Translucency & Opalescence
• Predictable Layering techniques in simple to complex cases
• Space management techniques during porcelain build-up
• Use of Effect Shades & Stains for Internal/External Characterization
• Influence of Surface texture on final aesthetics and shade match

Workshop Tasks:

• 3-layered build-up with Vintage Pro Porcelain on Anterior Crown
• Step-by-step guide to 3D Staining with Vintage Art Universal Stains
• Anatomical contouring and polishing to replicate natural surface texture

Curriculum Vitae: Mr. Jovi Ng

Mr. Jovi is a Certified Dental Technician who graduated from the Miyazaki Dental Technician’s School. He specialized as a dental ceramist at the Waseda Institute of Dental Technology in Japan. Mr. Ng was associated with Shofu Dental Asia-Pacific for more than 35 years as the Chief Technical Instructor and travelled extensively throughout the Asia-Pacific region conducting courses and workshops in the field of dental technology.

He has contributed many articles in regional dental publications to showcase how to efficiently achieve excellent aesthetics with various indirect restorative materials. Jovi is a member of the Japan Dental Technician’s Association and the Malaysian Dental Technologists Association. After retiring from the company, Jovi continues to consult for private labs mentoring a younger generation of dental ceramists who want to upskill and learn the art of dental ceramics. He also consults for Shofu and imparts his wealth of knowledge and expertise through workshops and lectures, across the region.