Summer School
for dental students
Ivoclar Summer School 2026 brought together over 150 dental students across 10 international destinations – for a week full of hands-on training, expert lectures, and global exchange.
The result? New friendships, practical skills and unforgettable memories.
Now it’s your turn: Don’t miss your chance to be part of this global experience!
Explore new countries, cultures, and perspectives at one of our international Ivoclar Academies.
Get inspired by expert lecturers and take your clinical knowledge to the next level.
Meet dental students from around the world and grow your global network.
Our Summer School program is designed to prepare you for your first patients. We will guide you through every clinical steps; from medical history and treatment planning, to patient communication and performing the actual treatment. You will have the opportunity to improve your skills through hands-on workshops and ask questions from our team of experts. We will cover industry-leading topics that are not a part of your university curriculum, and we will also explore areas of interest not necessarily tied to dentistry.
Ermioni from Athens shares her Summer School story
What you'll learn
Program
Highlights
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All-ceramics: minimal thickness of preparation for different indications
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Full-day workshop
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Guidelines for different indications
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Using burs of different grit sizes
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The importance of polishing of a preparation
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Isolation of the operatory field
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Latest bonding techniques
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Anatomical layering sequence for anterior teeth and layering vs. bulk-fill techniques for posteriors
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Proper light curing of the composites
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Esthetic tooth preparation techniques to hide transitions
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Clinical tips for higher quality and longevity of direct restorations
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Indications for glass and oxide ceramics
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Clinical relevance of all-ceramic material selection
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Overcoming challenges in bonding to the tooth
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Understanding universal adhesives
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Bonding mechanisms to the restorative material
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Digital equipment and materials
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Finishing of a milled restoration
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Patient consultation with the help of augmented reality
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Selection and use of an effective tooth cleaning system
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FChlorhexidine-based varnishes, gels and mouth rinses
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Fluoride-based varnishes and gels
The program content may vary slightly depending on the destination.
Ready to join?
To benefit from the program and guarantee a rewarding experience for the entire group, all the participants must have a similar skills level. If you can answer all the following questions with “yes”, then you meet the necessary participation criteria.
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Are you currently a dental student?
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Did you complete the hands-on phantom head courses at your university?
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Do you know how to operate handpieces (hold the handpiece, exchange burs, recognize the different shapes)?
Undergraduate students, who have not completed the pre-clinical courses in the skills lab, will not benefit from the program and are therefore not qualified.
The course fee for 2027 is €290 and includes five days of training. Included are all the materials and equipment needed for the workshops, hand-outs, lunch, coffee breaks, and one social evening event. Please bring your own work clothes.
Travel & Visa
All participants must organize their own travel. Please check for any visa requirements or restrictions that apply to your home country and destination.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included. We recommend checking options near the course location – each city offers a wide range of affordable hotels and hostels.
Our Team is happy to support you!
Please contact us.
This was Summer School for dental students 2025!