Biomimetic Direct Composite Restoration Event

On February 1, 2026, the Faculty of Dentistry at Tishk International University successfully organized an international workshop on “Stress Reducing Strategies in Biomimetic Direct Composite Restoration” at the TIU Dentistry Faculty, sponsored by BRIGHT DENT Company.

The event took place at Ibni Sina Hall and attracted 62 participants, including dental professionals, faculty academic members, and students eager to enhance their expertise in restorative dentistry.

Distinguished Speakers

The workshop was conducted by two distinguished speakers:

Speaker Affiliation
Dr. Patrick Calalang United States
Dr. Abdulla Majeed Tishk International University Academic Staff

Workshop Objectives

The workshop aimed to achieve the following learning goals:

Objective Description
Biomimetic Principles Introduce techniques mimicking natural tooth stress distribution for direct composites
Stress-Reducing Protocols Teach methods such as incremental layering, soft-start curing, and flowable liners
Advanced Techniques Demonstrate fiber reinforcement and preheating techniques to lower contraction stress

Participant Outcomes

Participants gained the following competencies:

Outcome Description
Gap-Free Bonding Proficiency in achieving gap-free bonding with reduced postoperative sensitivity through controlled stress management
Durable Restorations Hands-on skills for creating durable, fracture-resistant restorations using low-shrinkage materials
Minimally Invasive Techniques Ability to apply minimally invasive techniques, improving clinical success over traditional methods

Sponsorship

The workshop was generously sponsored by BRIGHT DENT Company, supporting the advancement of dental education and clinical excellence at TIU.

Keywords: Stress-Reducing Strategies, Biomimetic Dentistry, Direct Composite Restoration, Dr. Patrick Calalang, Dr. Abdulla Majeed, Bright Dent Company, TIU Faculty of Dentistry, International Workshop, Restorative Dentistry, Clinical Skills