Dr. Isadora Garcia is a dental professional with a comprehensive academic background, holding degrees as a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Master of Science (MSc), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Dentistry/Dental Materials from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), Brazil.

During the pursuit of her Ph.D., Dr. Garcia commitment to academic excellence by serving as a visiting scholar at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry from 2019 to 2020. Her academic journey also includes a one-year Certificate Course in Operative Dentistry and a subsequent year of dedicated Postdoctoral research.

Dr. Garcia currently is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, specifically in the Division of Cariology and Operative Dentistry at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry.

With over a decade of research experience, her primary areas of focus encompass a wide array of topics, including dental adhesives, resin composites, dental remineralization, bioactive materials, nanoparticle syntheses, preparations of drug-delivery systems, and antimicrobial agents.

Dr. Garcia has delivered lectures to graduate students in Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, and the United States. She is the author and co-author of more than 80 articles and book chapters, which have been featured in International and National Journals. In addition to her contributions to academic literature, Dr. Garcia serves as an ad hoc reviewer for more than ten high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of adhesive systems, starting with the basic principles of adhesion and extending to the discussion of the longevity of each type of adhesive system.

Through an evidence-based approach, participants will gain insights into the essential mechanisms of bonding to enamel and dentin. We will revisit the unique characteristics of these two dental tissues and the reasons why adhesives are applied differently to each. A contemporary classification of adhesive systems will be presented, along with instructions on how to apply each material in clinical practice.

The course will also delve deeply into the mechanisms of current monomers, such as 10-MDP, so that dentists can understand the specific characteristics of adhesive systems containing this monomer. We will explore the latest research and data on the longevity of direct restorations with each type of adhesive system, providing participants with a thorough understanding of the key factors that influence success. Finally, we will highlight steps clinicians can take to improve bonding predictability.

The primary goal is to ensure that dentists acquire knowledge that allows them to fully utilize the optimal properties of each material, ultimately enhancing the longevity of restorative treatments.

At the conclusion of this course the participants should be able to:

• Understand the fundamental bonding mechanisms of adhesive systems.
• Recognize the contemporary classification of adhesive systems.
• Apply appropriate protocols for each category within the current classification.
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms underlying adhesive systems.
• Evaluate the factors affecting the longevity and potential failure of composite restorations.
• Follow step-by-step procedures for adhesive and composite application to improve bonding predictability.

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