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Dr. Matthew Burton

Which Wedge? The When, Where, and How of This Overlooked Class II Essential

With Dr. Matthew Burton

Free Live Webinar!

Date: Wednesday, 10 September 2025
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm NZST

CE Credit: 1 Free Lecture CE (AGD Subject Code 250)

Cost: Free, but advance registration is required

 

Description:

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.

Can’t attend live? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording the next business day.

 

 

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 11:00am on Wednesday September 10th, 2025