The Smile Arte
Difference
What Sets Us Apart
Next-Level Courses
Over 20 years of performing veneer cases, Dr. Thomas Nabors saw the need for an original course that breaks the mold. His course explores conservative no-prep veneers that give patients better, longer-lasting results. He is proud to offer this course to dentists ready to take cosmetic dentistry to the next level.
Convenient Training
In addition to holding continuing education courses at our Nashville, TN, office, we hold courses in Cincinnati, OH. Dentists from all over the country are welcome to attend. For our periodontics course, one of our skilled hygienists can come to you.
Small Class Sizes
We think people learn best in interactive environments, so we keep class sizes small so everyone can feel comfortable asking questions and fully immerse themselves in this hands-on opportunity. If you're taking our veneers course, you're welcome to bring mock-ups from your office to take full advantage of our dentists' expertise.
Smile Arte Courses Innovative courses in Nashville
Begin With the End in Mind:
New Concepts in Prep-Less
Porcelain Veneers
with Dr. Nabors and Josh Walker, CDT
This comprehensive course introduces attendees to the latest advancements in ceramic materials that are thinner, stronger, and more aesthetic than ever before. You will learn how to create stunning smile designs that surpass the beauty of traditional prep-driven cases, even with minimal preparation. The course covers important topics including case selection, photography, diagnostics, mockups and design, lab communication, lab processes, case delivery, cementation, and aftercare. Each attendee can send scans of a potential no-prep case to Dr. Nabors and Josh Walker for review before the course, ensuring you’re fully prepared to tackle your first case when you return to your practice.
- Timeline
- April
- June
- September
- Location
- On-site at Utah Valley Dental Lab
- Nashville, TN
- Suitable For
- Dentists
- Cost
- $2,995
- Class Size
- 20 or less
- Contact
- Natalie@uvdl.com
- Dana@thomasnabors.com
No-Prep LIVE
with Dr. Nabors
This hands-on, immersive course allows attendees to complete a no-prep case on a live client in just one weekend. Dr. Nabors will treat the case, and each attendee will observe every step and participate as time allows.
Day 1:
We begin with case selection and understanding the client’s “why.” Then, we’ll cover all preparatory steps, including diagnostics, wax-up preparation, photos, and everything needed to complete the case. The clinical work will include mockup creation, gum lift (if required), client assessment and approval, and gathering all scans, images, impressions, and data to submit to the lab.
Day 2:
We’ll review the finished case from the lab, present it to the client, and proceed with the try-in. After gaining client approval, we’ll bond the case without anesthesia and refine it to completion.
This is an intensive, clinic-based course with a small group format for personalized training. Class size is limited to 15 participants. Please bring your dental loupes.
- Timeline
- May
- Location
- Nashville
- Suitable For
- Dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants
- Cost
- $3,995
- Class Size
- 15 participants
- Continuing Education
- 16 hours
- Contact
- Dana@thomasnabors.com
Pure Perio
with Dr. Nabors, Dr. Matt McCovoy, and Andrea Owens
This program offers a comprehensive approach to treating periodontal disease as a systemic health issue and explores how to incorporate an oral-systemic approach into treatment. Dr. Nabors, creator of No More Hygiene and Co-Founder of OralDNA Labs, is a pioneer in periodontal therapy, salivary diagnostics, and understanding the impact of periodontal disease on overall health. In this course, we will be joined by Dr. Matt McCovoy and hygienist Andrea Owens. You will gain a deep understanding of why it’s crucial to treat periodontal disease from a holistic perspective and how to implement an evidence-based, effective treatment protocol.
- Timeline
- April 10/11
- Location
- Salt Lake City
- Suitable For
- Dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants
- Cost
- $995
- Class Size
- Your staff
- Continuing Education
- 16 hours
- Contact
- Dana@thomasnabors.com
Pure Perio Road Trip
with Dr. Nabors and Andrea Owens
Dr. Nabors and Andrea Owens will bring the Pure Perio course to your office or your group. We will streamline the process and cater to your situation and goals. All training will be taught in lecture format.
- Timeline
- TBD
- Location
- Your office
- Suitable For
- Dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and business team members
- Cost
- $9,995
- Class Size
- Your staff
- Contact
- Dana@thomasnabors.com
Cosmetic Plus 1
This program is a partnership for one case from start to finish, spanning two weekends.
Step 1:
We begin remotely with case diagnosis, planning, and setup.
Step 2:
Travel to Nashville for prep/design and temporization (unless it’s a no-prep case). Arrive Thursday night, and we’ll work on the case Friday. We’ll have a dinner review or a remote review if you return home Friday.
Step 3:
Return to Nashville the following Thursday night for case delivery. We’ll have a breakfast review before delivering the case, and a dinner recap afterward (or a remote recap if you prefer).
- Timeline
- TBD
- Location
- Remote and Nashville
- Suitable For
- Dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and business team members
- Cost
- $7,995
- Class Size
- Your staff
- Continuing Education
- 16 hours
- Contact
- Dana@thomasnabors.com
Smile Arte Instructor An Expert at Achieving Brilliant Results
Dr. Thomas Nabors
Dr. Nabors followed in his father's footsteps by pursuing a career as a dentist. He obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center: College of Dentistry and completed continuing education in cosmetic dentistry through the Louisiana State University College of Dentistry. With innovative continuing education courses and a portfolio of lifelike veneer cases, he is now known as a leading nationwide dental educator and one of Nashville's top cosmetic dentists.
A Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and a co-founder of the first laboratory dedicated to salivary diagnostics in the United States, Dr. Nabors remains at the forefront of his field.
Dr. Nabors founded Smile Arte, dedicated to hosting continuing education courses in veneers and periodontal treatment protocols.
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Dr. Nabors is a published academic author, developer of dental protocols, and highly regarded lecturer. Dentists from around the country visit Nashville to learn from him.
