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BIG VERTI PREP COURSE

Manipulating soft tissue with vertical tooth preparation (Vertical Freedom BOPT concept)



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Language: English

Location: BG Academy, Prague, Czech Republic

Nearest date: 21–22 August, 2026 • EN Half booked

  • 11–12 September, 2026 • EN Half booked
  • 8–9 November, 2026 • EN
  • 20–21 November, 2026 • RU
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Intro

The main goal of the course is to provide practitioners with useful techniques that can be applied immediately after attending, enhancing the quality and predictability of their work.
In two days, you will learn how to manipulate and dominate soft tissue with a minimally invasive approach.

It is a unique program for Vertical Freedom BOPT concept tooth preparation.
Hands-on exercises include vertical tooth preparation for anterior and posterior teeth as well as exercises in temporary crown relining, analog and digital impression techniques, and lab workflow.

100% practical information.
All the steps to perform the Vertical Freedom BOPT concept will be presented by Dr. Stefano Conti and performed by all the participants.

100% hands-on

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Who is this course suitable for?

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Prosthodontists

who wish to have complete control over the gingival zenith position and aim to create an ideal gingival architecture with a minimally invasive approach

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Periodontists

who want to understand the advantages of a new prosthetic approach for maintaining stable soft tissue over time and learn how to increase and manipulate soft tissue thickness using a non-surgical approach

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General dentists

who want advanced training in the field of aesthetic restoration and who desire to apply the technique right after the course

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Dental technicians

who want to fully understand the final design of dental crowns with vertical preparation and wish to have complete control over the final positioning of the new prosthetic CEJ

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What will you learn

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Learn how to perform the BOPT technique (Vertical Freedom concept)

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Tooth preparation → provisional relining → impression → final cementation

03

Learn how to increase soft tissue thickness around teeth

04

Master gingival architecture with a minimally invasive approach (biodynamic soft tissue shaping)

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Gain insight into papillae and facial gingival dynamics around natural teeth

The unique benefits of our training

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    100+

    countries were trained in our center

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    5000+

    dentists from all over the world took part in practical courses at our training base

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    50000+

    colleagues from all over the world took part in online master classes

Course program

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Day 1 09:00 - 18:00
Analogical approach. Anterior preps: ceramic crowns (e.max, zirconia)

Lecture

Vertical Freedom BOPT concept in the aesthetic zone

Hands-on

Demo and hands-on: 

  • silicone index to control tooth reduction
  • intrasulcular mapping
  • vertical preps (lateral/central) step by step

How to avoid:

  • over-preparation
  • under-preparation
  • undercuts

How deep into the sulcus:

  • controlled invasion of the sulcus and HSS (Horizontal Supracrestal Space)

Lecture

Temporary crowns

Hands-on

Demo and hands-on:  

  • chairside temporary crown from A to Z
  • temporary crown relining step by step

Temporary crown design:

  • how thick and deep into the sulcus the temporary crown margin should be
  • designing a new emergence profile and prosthetic contours
  • new PCEJ
  • finishing and polishing

Biodynamic soft tissue shaping:

  • cervical contour reshaping and soft tissue adaptation
  • cervical contour angle
  • gingival height
  • gingival thickness
  • timing and design

Demo:

  • analogical impression
  • materials and techniques
  • easy and simple clinical protocols step by step
  • defining shape, thickness, and position of the final crown’s margin (lab procedures)
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Day 2 09:00 - 18:00
Digital approach. Posterior preps: ceramic crowns (e.max, zirconia)

Lecture

Vertical Freedom BOPT concept

Hands-on

Demo and hands-on:

  • silicone index to control tooth reduction
  • intrasulcular mapping
  • vertical preps (premolar/molar) step by step

How to avoid:

  • over-preparation
  • under-preparation
  • undercuts

How deep into the sulcus:

  • controlled invasion of the sulcus and HSS (Horizontal Supracrestal Space)

Lecture

Temporary crowns

Hands-on

Demo and hands-on:

  • chairside temporary crown from A to Z
  • temporary crown relining step by step

Temporary crown design:

  • designing a new emergence profile and prosthetic contours
  • how thick and deep into the sulcus the temporary crown margin should be
  • new PCEJ
  • finishing and polishing
  • biodynamic soft tissue shaping

Demo: 

  • digital impression
  • materials and techniques
  • easy and simple clinical protocols step by step
  • defining shape, thickness, and position of the final crown’s margin (lab procedures)
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  • Stefano Conti /

    Our lecturer
on the course

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    Stefano Conti received his D.D.S. degree from the University of Medicine and Surgery, School of Dentistry, Parma, Italy, in 1989.

    He attended courses on Implant Dentistry with Dr. David Garber, Dr. Henry Salama, and Dr. Maurice Salama at Goldstein Garber & Salama in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.

    He completed the 1-Year UCLA/gIDE Master Clinician Program in Implant Dentistry at the UCLA School of Dentistry, California, USA.

    He is a lecturer in the Master Program of Implantology at the University of Parma, School of Dentistry.

    He is also a lecturer in the Master Program of Facial Esthetics at the University of Parma, School of Dentistry.

    Every year, he lectures in various parts of Italy, Europe, and South America.

    He is an active member of the Italian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (IAED).

    He is also an active member of the Digital Dentistry Society (DDS Romania).

    He works in his private practice in Parma, Italy, and London, UK, focusing exclusively on Implant Surgery and Esthetics around natural teeth and implants.

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Course cost

The cost of the course includes

  • training process (theory and hands-on practice at a fully equipped individual workstation with an operating microscope)
  • meals (lunches, coffee breaks)
  • photo/video coverage

The price does not include

  • international flight
  • airport transfers (to/from the airport)
  • accommodation
  • invitation letter delivery service (if required)

Discount system

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Course package offer – 2026: enroll in all 4 BIG Courses as a bundle:
BIG Prep
BIG Veneer
BIG Endo-Resto
BIG Composite and Rubberdam

Special price: €7,000 (instead of €8,000) + 21% VAT
Payment condition: Single payment

Group discount: groups of 3 or more participants receive 5% off the course fee per person

Loyalty discount: get €100 off your next BIG Courses Series as a returning participant

Accommodation: we will help you find the optimal option at the best price. Ask our manager during course booking for assistance with hotel arrangements

Course cost

2000 EUR +21% VAT*

* VAT is mandatory for all participants
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F.A.Q

Location

Location: BELOGRAD ACADEMY PRAGUE

Address: Českomoravská 2532/19b, Prague, Czech Republic

Capacity of the group

BIG Prep Course – 20 participants / individual workstation
BIG Veneer Course – 20 participants / individual workstation
BIG Composite and Rubberdam Course – 20 participants / individual workstation
BIG Endo-Resto Course – 20 participants / individual workstation
BIG Implant Course – 20 participants / individual workstation
BIG Verti Prep Course – 20 participants / individual workstation
Full Mouth Rehabilitation: occlusion and function – 20 participants

Language of communication

English

Course fees & Discounts

Course Fees

• Hands-On Courses – €2,000 + 21% VAT

• Immediate Implant Course – €2,200 + 21% VAT

• Vertical Meets Horizontal Course – €900 + 21% VAT

 

Special Offers

Bundle Options:

• 1+1 (Add 1 more course) – 10% discount

• 1+2 (Add 2 more courses) – 15% discount

• 1+3 (Add 3 more courses) – 20% discount

 

Group Discount: Book for 3+ participants and get a €300 group discount

 

Lifetime Discount: Complete your first paid Hands-On order to activate a €100.00 lifetime discount for future bookings

 

VAT is mandatory for all participants. You can calculate your final price, including all applicable discounts, during the online booking process at checkout

Course fee includes

Educational process: сomprehensive theory and hands-on practice using an operative microscope and a full set of materials and instruments

Meals: daily lunch and coffee breaks

Media support: photo and video support

Course fee does not include

International flights

Transfers from/to the airport

Accommodation

Transfers for accompanying persons or family members

Delivery service for the invitation letter (if required for visa purposes)

Registration & Payment methods

Registration is confirmed depending on your chosen payment method:

 

Online Payment
Confirmed instantly once the transaction is successfully processed via card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay in EUR or CZK

 

Pay on site
Confirmed instantly upon online payment of a €500 (or equivalent in CZK) deposit per participant. The remaining balance is paid at the venue

 

Bank Transfer
Fill in the contact details fields at checkout. Our manager will prepare and send an invoice, and your registration will be confirmed once the funds are received by BELOGRAD Academy. Alternatively, you can register by email: info@belograd.com

Cancellation Policy

Up to 1 month (4 weeks) before the course start: you may transfer your course seat to another course or cancel it. In case of cancellation, a €100 administration fee will be charged, and the remainder of your payment will be refunded

Less than 1 month (4 weeks) before the course start: payments are non-refundable. However, if we manage to fill your spot from the waitlist, a partial refund of 70% of the amount paid may be possible

All cancellations and change requests must be submitted in writing via email:
info@belograd.com

Please note: BELOGRAD Academy is not responsible for any expenses or penalties incurred due to cancellations or changes, including but not limited to airline or hotel fees

BELOGRAD Academy reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses with at least 1 month (4 weeks) notice to all participants. In such cases, payments made may be: fully refunded, or transferred to a future course

Payment for additional services

Delivery of the invitation letter (if needed)

Nearest airport

Prague Airport (PRG)

Accommodation

We will gladly help you find the best hotel option at the best price. Please ask our manager during the booking process if you need assistance with accommodation

Please note: it is not possible for family members or accompanying persons to stay at the training center unless they are registered course participants

Arrival/departure days

Courses usually run from 09:00 to 17:00 – 18:00 each day

Please plan your arrival and departure accordingly to ensure you don’t miss any part of the training

Learning process

Participants work with high-tech equipment that closely simulates real clinical conditions: Sirona simulation units, operative microscopes, a full set of materials and instruments – all provided during the course

The learning process is 100% hands-on, with intensive practical training from morning to evening

What you need to have for the BIG VENEER COURSE only

Bringing a Mac laptop with Keynote (latest version) is the preferred option

Alternatively, a Windows laptop with PowerPoint 2010 or newer is also acceptable

DSLR or mirrorless camera with a macro lens.
Ring flash or dual flash system, if available

Agenda

09.00 – 11.00 Hands-on

11.00 – 11:30 Coffee

11:30 – 14.00 Hands-on

14.00 – 15.00 Lunch

15.00 – 17.00 Hands-on

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All Hands-On Courses

Contacts

info@belograd.com

+420 776 166 561 (WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram)

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