Virtual Exocad Smile Design Foundations
This two day hands on virtual course cover the foundations of exocad smile design including applications for digital wax ups.
Course Dates:
Learning Objectives:
Simplify the Exocad Workflow with Optimal Design Steps and Tools
Identify key design steps in the Exocad workflow to enhance efficiency.
Utilize appropriate tools to minimize complexity and improve accuracy in dental restoration design.
Diagnostic Principles and Digital Mockup Fundamentals
Understand the importance of diagnostic principles in creating effective digital mockups.
Familiarize yourself with basic concepts of digital mockup creation to improve planning and visualization.
Photography Demonstration: Capturing Ideal Photos for a Facial-Driven Digital Mockup
Learn techniques for capturing high-quality photographs essential for facial-driven mockups.
Focus on lighting, angles, and clarity to ensure the digital mockup aligns with the patient's aesthetics.
Software Workflow to Transfer the Digital Mockup onto the Preparation Arch
Streamline the transfer process of digital mockups to the preparation arch using software tools.
Ensure that the workflow accommodates seamless integration between digital design and final restoration machining.
Prerequisites for course:
To complete this course the following materials will be required prior to course:
Exocad Software with ability to upload provided practice files
Learning Metods:
Interactive mentoring with Dr. Klim
Multimedia presentation support with video over-the-shoulder applications
Hands-on design applications
Workbook syllabus with presentation highlights and references
Details:
Hands on Design and Finishing Course
Location: Held Virtually on Zoom
Tuition:
$2795 per participant
See bottom of page for participation agreement and cancelation policy
9:00 am- 3:30 pm both days (Pacific Time)
12 CE credits (Subject code: 610)
Instructor: James Klim, DDS (see below for bio)
Contact: Jenny Event Manager 844-375-5546
CADStar
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
1/1/2026 to 12/31/2029.
Provider ID# 373312 
Cancelation Policy and Participation Agreement:
Cancelations after 90 days and up to 60 days prior to course date will be subject to refund minus value of reservation deposit of $895 per attendee. No refund will be issued after 60 days prior to course date.
Instructor: James Klim, DDS, FAGD, AAACD
Dr. Klim is an internationally recognized speaker, author, manufacture consultant, beta tester, and teacher of biofunctional and aesthetic CAD/CAM dentistry.
With over 30 years of clinical experience working with all-ceramic restorative dentistry, Dr. Klim is known for passing on sound clinical understanding and techniques about integrating restorative protocols to the digital platform with predictable results. He is passionate about sharing tools and templates that will assist other CEREC users with their success and satisfaction in the CAD/CAM restorative theater.
Graduating Summa cum Laude, valedictorian, from Loma Linda University in 1984, Dr. Klim has been awarded high academic recognition by the Alpha Omega Fraternity and the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Society and has received the Prince Award from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry.
Dr. Klim has been awarded fellowships from the Academy of General Dentistry and Academy of Dental-Facial Esthetics. He is an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Currently, Dr. Klim practices and teaches in Santa Rosa, California, and is the founder and director of the Klim Institute CADStar™ CEREC Training Center, and hosts the international cadstar.tv online CEREC training (has been viewed in over 150 countries).
With several years teaching post-graduate levels in functional and aesthetic dentistry, he is now using this experience as one of the most sought after educators in CAD/CAM dentistry. His knowledge and practical clinical experience will mentor the CEREC oriented office with further digital integration and clinical applications.