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Garrison_Wedges_3_2 SM

The When, Where, and How of This Overlooked Class II Essential.

Instructor: Dr. Matthew Burton

Free Live Webinar!

Date: Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Time: 8pm – 9pm Eastern

Overview

Ledges. Overhangs. Marginal leakage. Failing Class IIs.

These common pitfalls in posterior composite restorations often trace back to one overlooked factor: improper wedge selection and placement. Choosing the right wedge—at the right time and placing it in the right way—can dramatically improve outcomes.

In this practical, one-hour CE webinar, Dr. Matthew Burton demystifies wedges and shares real-world examples using a variety of wedge styles. You’ll leave with immediately applicable techniques for better adaptation, tighter contacts, and cleaner margins—without the headaches.

Learning Objectives:

– Identify the most common types of wedges and when to use each
– Customize wedge placement to improve adaptation in difficult clinical scenarios
– Recognize and correct suboptimal wedge/matrix setups before placing your composite

This content is scheduled to expire at 2:41pm on Wednesday March 18th, 2026