Ceramic restorations: veneers, inlays, crowns. Handbook for 2022

Restorative and prosthodontic dentist specializing in aesthetic dentistry and minimally invasive techniques. Co-founder and owner of Studio Dentistico Marchetti in Parma, Italy, established in 2004 with his brother Paolo Marchetti.

Over 30 years of clinical experience focusing exclusively on restorative, conservative, and prosthetic dentistry with particular interest in aesthetic dentistry. Developed techniques for direct and indirect aesthetic restorations that are studied and appreciated internationally. Specialist in conservative approaches combining function and aesthetics through precise material selection and execution.

International lecturer delivering courses and conferences on restorative and aesthetic disciplines both in Italy and abroad. Lecturer at Universities of Siena, Italy, and Marseille, France. Published author of articles on restorative dentistry in national and international peer-reviewed journals. His techniques and clinical approaches have become teaching material for dental professionals worldwide.

DDS from University of Parma (1996, graduated with 110/110 cum laude). Active member of the Italian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (IAED) and Italian Academy of Conservative Dentistry (AIC). Affiliate of European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EAED). Honorary member of Style Italiano (2012-2019). Private practice limited to restorative and prosthetic dentistry.

Specialist in Prosthodontics and Oral Rehabilitation. Founder Member of the Italian Society of Prosthodontics and Oral Rehabilitation (SIPRO). Active Member of the Italian Academy of Prosthetic Dentistry (AIOP), American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics (AAFP), and European Prosthodontic Association (EPA). Creator and developer of the revolutionary "Vertical Concept" in tooth preparation and prosthetic dentistry. Maintains private practice in Milan, Italy.

Over 28 years of clinical experience since specialization at Boston University. Expert in innovative vertical tooth preparation techniques, periodontal-prosthetic relationships in tooth preparation, ceramic and composite veneer fabrication, full-mouth aesthetic rehabilitation, and implant-supported prosthetics. Creator of the Vertical Concept, a paradigm-shifting approach to tooth preparation utilizing vertical finishing line geometry that optimizes periodontal support and tissue response while maintaining biological principles. Known for innovative thinking "out of the box" in modern prosthetic dentistry challenging traditional horizontal preparation designs.

International lecturer having presented at over 200 congresses throughout Italy and internationally on topics exclusively related to prosthetics on natural teeth and implants. Regular faculty at prestigious aesthetic dentistry conferences including the Aesthetic Dentistry Congress in Florence alongside legends Mauro Fradeani and Galip Gurel. Author of numerous publications in national and international journals on prosthetic dentistry.

DDS from Italian dental school. Specialized in Prosthodontics at Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Boston, USA. Master's in Dental Materials from Department of Biomaterials, Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. President of Boston University Italian Alumni Association (2018-2020).

Graduated with full marks and honors in Dentistry in 2002 at the University Federico II of Naples.

Master of Science and PhD in “Dental materials and their clinical applications” at the University of Siena in 2006.

Associate Professor of Prosthodontics and Digital Dentistry at the University Federico II of Naples. Qualified as Full Professor in 2017.

Lecturer at several national and international Post-graduate and Master Courses in different Universities.

Researcher, expert and consultant for national and international dental companies.

Author of more than 150 publications in national and international peer-reviewed scientific journals and co-author of chapters of books on Prosthodontics. Reviewer of more than 30 international peer-reviewed scientific journals. Speaker at national and international meetings.

Winner of many national and international prizes for research and clinical activity in prosthodontics, esthetic dentistry, biomechanics and dental materials.

Co-founder of the dental blog and community Zerodonto (www.zerodonto.com).

Dean of the Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnologies Sciences of the University of Chieti.

Full Professor in Restorative Dentistry at the University of Chieti, Italy Dean of the Unit of Restorative Dentistry of the Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnologies Sciences of University of Chieti.

Elected President of Italian Association of Operative Dentistry.

His clinical and research qualities, together with his didactic skills, are internationally recognized.

He is an invited speaker in the most prestigious International Congresses and he is the scientific, he is didactic coordinator of several activities involving different International Universities and invited Professor in several international universities.

He published more than 100 papers on the most prestigious national and international journals.