Joyce Bassett, DDS, FAACD, FAGD
Lecture Topics
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Team Building
- Dental Technology
- Dental Implants
- Dental Photography
- Restorative Dentistry
- Case Acceptance
- Prosthodontics
Predictable Tooth Replacement in the Aesthetic Zone
Demystifying Computer-Assisted Design
Creating a hybrid smile design workflow: The analog brain drives the digital technology
Gingival Margin Direct Restorations With Bioactive Enamel Composite
Applying Classical Esthetic Principles to Create a Predictable Illusion of Symmetry While Using Digital Technology
About Dr. Bassett
Dr. Joyce Basset practices comprehensive restorative and aesthetic dentistry in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is an accredited fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and former president, 2015-2016. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry, an associate member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, a KOIS Center clinical instructor, an active member in the Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics, and a fellow in the AGD.
Dr. Bassett has also served as adjunct faculty, teaching the aesthetic continuum at the Arizona School of Dentistry. Dr. Bassett is an international lecturer, published author, and member of the editorial board of several peer-reviewed publications. The cases presented in her lectures are all published in peer-reviewed journals​.
She is a recipient of the Lucy Hobbs Award for Clinical Expertise, the AACD Evy Award for Excellence in Teaching Cosmetic Dentistry Education, the Volunteer Dentist of the Year Award by Arizona CASS Dental Clinic, and the Give Back a Smile Volunteer Service Award. Dr. Bassett is an active board member and speaker for Catapult Education’s Speakers Bureau.
Dr. Bassett has also served as adjunct faculty, teaching the aesthetic continuum at the Arizona School of Dentistry. Dr. Bassett is an international lecturer, published author, and member of the editorial board of several peer-reviewed publications. The cases presented in her lectures are all published in peer-reviewed journals​.
She is a recipient of the Lucy Hobbs Award for Clinical Expertise, the AACD Evy Award for Excellence in Teaching Cosmetic Dentistry Education, the Volunteer Dentist of the Year Award by Arizona CASS Dental Clinic, and the Give Back a Smile Volunteer Service Award. Dr. Bassett is an active board member and speaker for Catapult Education’s Speakers Bureau.
Honors and Achievements
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Secrets to Case Acceptance and Longevity
From Simple to Complex: What’s new in Digital Design and Technology, Veneers, Crowns, Implant Restorations, Composite, Occlusion, Treatment Planning, Case Acceptance, Preparation Design, Complex Aesthetic Cases, and More
This innovative, fast-paced presentation will explore frequently seen problems that occur during restorative treatment, showcasing a variety of modes of failures. You will learn systematic techniques that can be used to both prevent and remedy these failures. This digitally generated approach will guide the dentist and expedite important design decisions, provide unique patient communication options, and improve the predictability of the aesthetic outcome. You will develop presentation skills and verbiage to instill confidence with your patients, offer realistic patient expectations, and brand you as the go-to dentist. You will leave the course with the whole package necessary to catapult your practice to the top level of aesthetic dentistry. There is something for everyone to learn in this presentation.
Learning Objectives:
Course Format: Full Day, Half Day or Virtual
Related Publications:
1. Bassett, J. Digital Design: Predictability, Profitability, and Efficiency, Dentistry Today, January 2016, Vol. 35 #1, Pgs. 122-126 LINK
2. Bassett, J. Predictable Tooth Replacement in the Aesthetic Zone, Dentistry Today, March 2014, Vol. 33 #3, Pgs. 76-83 LINK
Learning Objectives:
- Master the usage of systemized techniques to treat simple to complex cases with veneers, crowns and implants
- Elevate your verbal skills and boost your case acceptance
- Learn how to evaluate the digital mockup in the analog world, chairside, and make corrections to enhance the prototypes before final restorations are created
- Learn how to utilize digital libraries and choose the proper tooth forms that will optimize the illusion of harmony and balance in complex space management cases.
Course Format: Full Day, Half Day or Virtual
Related Publications:
1. Bassett, J. Digital Design: Predictability, Profitability, and Efficiency, Dentistry Today, January 2016, Vol. 35 #1, Pgs. 122-126 LINK
2. Bassett, J. Predictable Tooth Replacement in the Aesthetic Zone, Dentistry Today, March 2014, Vol. 33 #3, Pgs. 76-83 LINK
The Complex Aesthetic Case: When & How to Open the Vertical
Failures in dentistry are frequently blamed on materials, but in reality, we as dentists are often the culprit. We treat the anterior teeth as cosmetic challenges, and we forget to look at the relationship of form and function. This presentation will simplify occlusion by combining dental facial treatment planning in combination with function. By applying a few basic principles, we can design the proper amount of restorative space for our restorations. This innovative fast-paced course will explore aesthetics that are built to last.
Learning Objectives:
Course Format:
Half Day or Virtual
Related Publications:
Learning Objectives:
- Learn how to diagnose and treatment plan an aesthetic case
- Evaluate the patient's incisor position and morphology, their dento-facial requirements, determine the appropriate vertical dimension and create synergy between form and function
- Understand distinctive steps to simplify restorative preparations and identify which adhesives and restorative materials work the best for maximum predictability
Course Format:
Half Day or Virtual
Related Publications:
- Bassett, J. There is More to Front Teeth Than Looks Alone: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, Compendium, October 2010, Vol. 31 #8, Pgs. 604-612 LINK
- Bassett, J. Esthetics Built to Last: Treatment of Functional Anomalies May Need to Precede Esthetic Corrections, Compendium, February 2014, Vol. 35 #2, Pgs. 118-122 LINK
Cutting Edge Technology with Digital Design and Real World Cosmetic Dentistry: Faults, Failures, and Fixes
Failures in dentistry are frequently blamed on materials, but in reality, operator error is often the culprit. This innovative and fast-paced course will focus on aesthetics that are built to last. Clear, concise, and systemized techniques will be presented to treat every aspect from simple to complex cases involving veneers, crowns, and implant restorations. These protocols will increase profitability by preventing failures that occur day-to-day in your office.
Cutting edge preparation techniques that will simplify difficult space management cases will be presented, along with tips for how to handle shade challenges and determine when preparation modifications may be necessary. You will understand how to integrate flowable composite on the provisional and communicate the final patient-approved shapes. State-of-the-art digital smile design will link 3D prosthetic planning with fundamental principles and real-time communication that decreases dentist chair time and ceramist re-work.
Dr. Bassett will show you how to turn a complicated camera into a point-and-shoot device so your team can master digital photography. A clinical update on adhesive technology and ceramics will be presented so the team knows what systems to use and understands their limitations along with the specific verbiage that helps control patient expectations. She will clear the confusion regarding products and techniques ranging from incremental layering to bulk fill technology in the posterior. Dimensions of color and anatomic stratification of anterior composite to attain a polychromatic imperceptible result will be shown.
The relationship of form and function precludes treating anterior teeth as cosmetic challenges alone. Aesthetic and functional parameters of incisor position and morphology, dental facial treatment planning, determination of vertical dimension, and bite force management will be presented as components that allow comprehensive restorative treatment. Occlusal guidance must be understood so the final designs of the restoration can accommodate the intra-oral forces, assuring longevity and predictability of the prosthesis.
The cases presented have been published in national peer-reviewed journals. There is something for everyone to learn! You will leave the course with a proven step-by-step approach from simple to difficult clinical situations.
Learning Objectives:
Related Publications:
Cutting edge preparation techniques that will simplify difficult space management cases will be presented, along with tips for how to handle shade challenges and determine when preparation modifications may be necessary. You will understand how to integrate flowable composite on the provisional and communicate the final patient-approved shapes. State-of-the-art digital smile design will link 3D prosthetic planning with fundamental principles and real-time communication that decreases dentist chair time and ceramist re-work.
Dr. Bassett will show you how to turn a complicated camera into a point-and-shoot device so your team can master digital photography. A clinical update on adhesive technology and ceramics will be presented so the team knows what systems to use and understands their limitations along with the specific verbiage that helps control patient expectations. She will clear the confusion regarding products and techniques ranging from incremental layering to bulk fill technology in the posterior. Dimensions of color and anatomic stratification of anterior composite to attain a polychromatic imperceptible result will be shown.
The relationship of form and function precludes treating anterior teeth as cosmetic challenges alone. Aesthetic and functional parameters of incisor position and morphology, dental facial treatment planning, determination of vertical dimension, and bite force management will be presented as components that allow comprehensive restorative treatment. Occlusal guidance must be understood so the final designs of the restoration can accommodate the intra-oral forces, assuring longevity and predictability of the prosthesis.
The cases presented have been published in national peer-reviewed journals. There is something for everyone to learn! You will leave the course with a proven step-by-step approach from simple to difficult clinical situations.
Learning Objectives:
- Integrate sound occlusal principles to create synergy between form and function
- Own the knowledge and ability to confidently prepare a difficult space management case
- Identify which adhesives and restorative materials work the best for maximum predictability and learn matricing techniques and bulk fill technology for mastering posterior composites
- Learn how to achieve a predictable anterior composite restoration following the stratification of opacities to achieve lifelike, undetectable restorations
Related Publications:
- Bassett, J. Digital Design: Predictability, Profitability, and Efficiency, Dentistry Today, January 2016, Vol. 35 #1, Pgs. 122-126 LINK
- Bassett, J. Predictable Tooth Replacement in the Aesthetic Zone, Dentistry Today, March 2014, Vol. 33 #3, Pgs. 76-83 LINK
- Bassett, J. There is More to Front Teeth Than Looks Alone: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, Compendium, October 2010, Vol. 31 #8, Pgs. 604-612 LINK
- Bassett, J. Esthetics Built to Last: Treatment of Functional Anomalies May Need to Precede Esthetic Corrections, Compendium, February 2014, Vol. 35 #2, Pgs. 118-122 LINK
Composite Artistry: Mastering Posterior and Anterior Techniques of Direct Composite and Creating Undetectable Restorations
This course is meticulously crafted to update you on the latest technologies, review current materials, and train your eye to see nuances, followed by enhanced hand skills. Techniques to create morphologically precise direct anterior and posterior composite restorations will be discussed and demonstrated. You will develop artistic capabilities by training your eyes to see the different dimensions of color, key contours and surface characterization when evaluating an anterior tooth. You will then learn which opacities and thicknesses to use in each area to be reconstructed and make a fracture line disappear. You will learn when and how to use pink composite to mimic gingiva.
Step by step finishing and polishing technique will be shown that predictably will mimic the contralateral tooth’s facial anatomy and reflective surfaces. You will restore both a class IV and build a direct composite veneer and create a morphologically precise undetectable restoration.
This class will utilize an easy, fast and practical placement technique with a bulk fill posterior composite. This procedure is based on proven adhesives, advanced composite materials and stress reducing technologies. The cases presented have been published in national peer reviewed journals. There is something for everyone to learn in this presentation.
BRING LOOPS FOR MAGNIFICATION
Step by step finishing and polishing technique will be shown that predictably will mimic the contralateral tooth’s facial anatomy and reflective surfaces. You will restore both a class IV and build a direct composite veneer and create a morphologically precise undetectable restoration.
This class will utilize an easy, fast and practical placement technique with a bulk fill posterior composite. This procedure is based on proven adhesives, advanced composite materials and stress reducing technologies. The cases presented have been published in national peer reviewed journals. There is something for everyone to learn in this presentation.
BRING LOOPS FOR MAGNIFICATION
Learning Objectives:
- Train your eyes to see color, line angles, reflective surface, shape, and form in the adjacent tooth that is being replicated
- Learn how to achieve a predictable composite restoration following the stratification of opacities and achieve undetectable restorations.
- Learn how to layer the different opacities of composite, opaquing, tinting, finishing and surface texture to create natural light reflection and make a fracture line disappear
- Review current composite materials, bonding systems, c factors, and techniques necessary to achieve predictable outcomes, while minimizing post operatory sensitivity
- Master the techniques of posterior composite placement with bulkfill technology and matching techniques
Course Format:
Lecture with Hands-on
Related Publications:
- Bassett, J. To Bulk Fill or Not to Bulk Fill…That is the Question. Dental Economics. August 2015, Vol. 105 #8, Pgs. 60-61 LINK
- Bassett, J. Posterior Composite Resin Restorations. Inside Dentistry. 2011; 7(7) LINK
- Bassett, J. Conservative Restoration of a Traumatically Involved Central Incisor. Compendium. April 2012, Vol. 33 #4 LINK
- Bassett, J. Foundation for a Successful Smile Makeover: Understanding Bleaching Choices and Techniques, Dentistry Today, January 2015, Vol. 34 #1, Pgs. 120-123 LINK
- Bassett, J. To Plan or Not to Plan: That Is the Question! Aesthetically Guided Transitional Bonding for Space Management Quandaries. Dentistry Today. November 2012, Vol. 31 #11, Pgs. 128-131 LINK
Ceramics: Mastering Preparation Design, Material Selection and Cementation
This clinical update on adhesive technology and ceramics will be presented so the entire team knows what systems to use and their limitations. Dr. Bassett will clear up the confusion of which products and techniques to use when cementing veneers, all ceramic and zirconia restorations. An understanding of preparation design and a proven step by step approach to identify and address difficult clinical situations, including shade challenges and when preparation modifications may be necessary. These protocols will increase profitability by preventing failures that occur day-to-day in your office.
Learning Objectives:
Course Format:
Lecture with Hands-on
Related Publications:
- Develop the knowledge to confidently manage and prepare a difficult space management case
- Master the concepts of reduction preparation guides and know how and when to use the guides and integrate them with basic preparation design principals
- Identify which adhesives and restorative materials work the best for maximum predictability
Course Format:
Lecture with Hands-on
Related Publications:
- Bassett, J. A trio of techniques for assuring predictable results: Inside Dentistry November/December 2007 LINK
- Bassett, J. Techniques for preparing teeth: Academy of General Dentistry LINK
- Bassett, J. Maximizing esthetic results with the use of preparation matrices: Journal of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry LINK
Aesthetics Built to Last: The Synergy of Esthetics and Function in All Ceramic and Composite Applications
Failures in dentistry are frequently blamed on materials, but in reality, we as dentists are often the culprit. We treat the anterior teeth as cosmetic challenges, and we forget to look at the relationship of form and function.
In this course, we will simplify occlusion by applying a few basic principles so we can find and create a predictable bite to support the joint and the muscles. Whether we are restoring a single tooth with a composite restoration or a full mouth aesthetic case with porcelain, you will immediately apply what you learn in this course.
Comprehensive restorative treatment planning must include recognition of the patient's incisor position and morphology, dentofacial requirements, and a determination of an appropriate vertical dimension. Additionally, to ensure restoration longevity, functional assessments of bite force management must be made. Envelope development, occlusal guidance, and parafunctional forces must be understood and identified so the final restoration design will predictably accommodate the intra-oral forces.
Without an understanding of the science and symptoms of malocclusion, we as dentists will continue to treat our patients to their existing pathologic conditions. Achieving aesthetically exquisite anterior restorations requires additional knowledge of smile design, material selection, and preparation techniques.
This presentation will explore frequently seen problems that occur during restorative treatment. Clear, reproducible bites and systemized techniques will be presented to treat every aspect of the bite and ensure aesthetics that are BUILT TO LAST.
In this course, we will simplify occlusion by applying a few basic principles so we can find and create a predictable bite to support the joint and the muscles. Whether we are restoring a single tooth with a composite restoration or a full mouth aesthetic case with porcelain, you will immediately apply what you learn in this course.
Comprehensive restorative treatment planning must include recognition of the patient's incisor position and morphology, dentofacial requirements, and a determination of an appropriate vertical dimension. Additionally, to ensure restoration longevity, functional assessments of bite force management must be made. Envelope development, occlusal guidance, and parafunctional forces must be understood and identified so the final restoration design will predictably accommodate the intra-oral forces.
Without an understanding of the science and symptoms of malocclusion, we as dentists will continue to treat our patients to their existing pathologic conditions. Achieving aesthetically exquisite anterior restorations requires additional knowledge of smile design, material selection, and preparation techniques.
This presentation will explore frequently seen problems that occur during restorative treatment. Clear, reproducible bites and systemized techniques will be presented to treat every aspect of the bite and ensure aesthetics that are BUILT TO LAST.
Learning Objectives:
- A step-by-step approach of determining the most appropriate occlusal scheme based upon the amount of anterior guidance needed, choosing the proper VDO, when to use MIP versus CR and when to equilibrate
- Identify signs and symptoms related to occlusal instability and communicate diagnosis and treatment options to the patient
- Integrate sound occlusal principles and force management in your cases and create synergy between form and function
Related Publications:
- Bassett, J. There Is More to Front Teeth Than Looks Alone: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning. Compendium, October 2010, Vol. 31 #8, Pgs. 604-612 LINK
- Bassett, J. Esthetics Built to Last: Treatment of Functional Anomalies May Need to Precede Esthetic Corrections, Compendium, February 2014, Vol. 35 #2, Pgs. 118-122 LINK
Things That Go Wrong, Even When You Do Everything Right
This innovative, fast-paced course will explore frequently seen problems that occur during restorative treatment, showcasing a variety of modes of failure. Dr. Bassett will explore state-of-the-art, real-time digital design and link 3D prosthetic planning with fundamental smile design principles. You will learn systematic techniques to treat every aspect of the bite and ensure aesthetics that are BUILT TO LAST.
While materials are often considered the cause of clinical failures, more often the failure is a result of function, incomplete planning, decision-making, and execution. These techniques can be used to both prevent and remedy these failures. When a clinical failure occurs, there is often conflict and blame between the dentist, patient, and laboratory technician.
Dr. Bassett will cover communication techniques that offer realistic patient expectations. Proven conflict resolution techniques to address these issues will be proposed, as well as a checklist for careful patient and laboratory communication. There is something for everyone to learn.
Learning Objectives:
Related Publications:
While materials are often considered the cause of clinical failures, more often the failure is a result of function, incomplete planning, decision-making, and execution. These techniques can be used to both prevent and remedy these failures. When a clinical failure occurs, there is often conflict and blame between the dentist, patient, and laboratory technician.
Dr. Bassett will cover communication techniques that offer realistic patient expectations. Proven conflict resolution techniques to address these issues will be proposed, as well as a checklist for careful patient and laboratory communication. There is something for everyone to learn.
Learning Objectives:
- Master the usage of systemized techniques to treat simple to complex cases with veneers, crowns and implants
- Obtain the knowledge of real-time digital smile design principles for both composite provisionals and porcelain
- Integrate sound occlusal principles to create synergy between form and function
Related Publications:
- Bassett, J. Digital Design: Predictability, Profitability, and Efficiency, Dentistry Today, January 2016, Vol. 35 #1, Pgs. 122-126 LINK
- Bassett, J. Predictable Tooth Replacement in the Aesthetic Zone, Dentistry Today, March 2014, Vol. 33 #3, Pgs. 76-83 LINK
- Bassett, J. There is More to Front Teeth Than Looks Alone: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, Compendium, October 2010, Vol. 31 #8, Pgs. 604-612 LINK
- Bassett, J. Esthetics Built to Last: Treatment of Functional Anomalies May Need to Precede Esthetic Corrections, Compendium, February 2014, Vol. 35 #2, Pgs. 118-122 LINK
Maximize Your Aesthetic Results Through New Concepts in Preparation Design
Do you ever wonder where to remove tooth structure when prepping a difficult case? Is your laboratory team frustrated at times with the preparation design of your case? It is difficult to obtain the final esthetics because too much tooth structure was removed? Do you realize your preps are the guide for the final esthetic?
Dr. Bassett will present how to simplify difficult space management cases using her incisal and labial reduction prep guides published in leading dental publications. These techniques ensure predictable and repeatable results. Each participant will prepare an eight-unit space management case.
Participants should bring magnification loupes and a steady hand.
Dr. Bassett will present how to simplify difficult space management cases using her incisal and labial reduction prep guides published in leading dental publications. These techniques ensure predictable and repeatable results. Each participant will prepare an eight-unit space management case.
Participants should bring magnification loupes and a steady hand.
Learning Objectives:
- Own the knowledge and ability to confidently prepare a difficult space management case
- Master the concepts of reduction preparation guides and know how and when to use the guides and integrate them with basic preparation design principles
- Master composite provisional augmentation and then use depth cutters across the facials to facilitate preparation to attain minimal tooth reduction
Course Format:
Lecture with Hands-on
Related Publications:
- Bassett, J. A trio of techniques for assuring predictable results: Inside Dentistry. November/December 2007. LINK
- Bassett, J. Techniques for Preparing Teeth: Academy of General Dentistry LINK
- Bassett, J. Maximizing Esthetic Results With the Use of Preparation Matrices: Journal of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry LINK
Professional Tooth Whitening…How To Maximize Breakthrough Technology
This presentation focuses on strategies for the integration of high-performance in-office and take-home whitening solutions. Step-by-step instructions will be presented on how to integrate and motivate patients to embrace whitening. The basic science and claims of the latest whitening technology and sensitivity protocol will be reviewed and updated. The objective is to utilize safe and effective whitening options for different patient situations with the goal of creating revenue-building whitening opportunities.
Learning Objectives:
Related Publications:
Learning Objectives:
- Learn how to utilize safe and effective whitening options for different patient situations
- Understand the basic science, and claims of the latest whitening technology and sensitivity protocol
- Learn how integrate whitening into your practice and motivate patients to embrace whitening
Related Publications:
- Bassett, J. Foundation for a Successful Smile Makeover: Understanding Bleaching Choices and Techniques, Dentistry Today, January 2015, Vol. 34 #1, Pgs. 120-123 LINK
- Bassett, J., Tooth Whitening, Inside Dentistry, November 2017 LINK
- Bassett, J. Simplified Chairside Whitening, Dentistry Today, February 2011, Vol. 30 #2, Pgs. 156- 159 LINK
- Bassett, J. Zoom Advanced Power System: Fast, Effective Results, Dental Product Shopper LINK
- Bassett, J. In-Office Whitening, Dental Product Shopper LINK
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