Professional Development Initiative

The Faculty of Dentistry at Tishk International University, in cooperation with Snow Company, successfully conducted a comprehensive training course titled “The Art of the Match: Shade Selection and Composite Bonding Simplified” from September 25 to 29, 2025. This professional development program was designed to enhance clinical skills in aesthetic dentistry for academic staff.

Instructional Team

Course Instructors

  • Dr. Hisham Ibrahim, TIU Dentistry Faculty, Conservative Department

  • Dr. Pinar Khalis, TIU Dentistry Faculty, Conservative Department

  • Dr. Muhammad Salim, TIU Dentistry Faculty, Conservative Department

  • Dr. Karam Ahmad, TIU Dentistry Faculty, Conservative Department

  • Dr. Ali Abdul Amir, Ministry of Health, Mosul

Course Objectives

Primary Learning Goals

  • Simplify shade selection techniques for direct composite restorations

  • Enhance understanding of color theory in dental materials

  • Provide hands-on experience in composite layering techniques

  • Improve clinical application of aesthetic dental principles

Course Structure

Theoretical Sessions

  • Importance of color selection in composite restorations

  • Adhesive bonding systems for composite layering

  • Color theory application in dental materials

  • Scientific principles of aesthetic dentistry

Practical Training

  • Hands-on sessions in phantom laboratory

  • Layering techniques for anterior tooth restoration

  • Direct composite application practice

  • Clinical scenario simulations

Participant Engagement

Course Attendance

  • 120 participants from academic staff

  • Active engagement in theoretical and practical sessions

  • Skill development through hands-on training

  • Professional knowledge enhancement

Learning Outcomes

Participants achieved:

  • Increased confidence in composite shade selection and matching

  • Enhanced understanding of layering techniques for natural-looking restorations

  • Improved handling of composite materials in clinical scenarios

  • Advanced skills in aesthetic dental procedures

  • Practical application of color theory in dentistry

Institutional Commitment

This training course reflects the Faculty of Dentistry’s dedication to:

  • Advancing clinical skills through continuous education

  • Enhancing academic knowledge among faculty members

  • Maintaining excellence in dental education and practice

  • Fostering professional development opportunities

  • Promoting high standards in aesthetic dentistry

The successful completion of this course demonstrates the faculty’s ongoing commitment to excellence in dental education and clinical practice development.

Keywords: Dental Training, Shade Selection, Composite Bonding, Aesthetic Dentistry, Hands-on Course, Clinical Skills, Dental Education, Professional Development, Conservative Dentistry