Lumina Dental Institute

Most courses teach drilling. We teach what gets you accepted.

A 2-day Bench Test & Interview Mastery program for internationally trained dentists applying to U.S. dental schools.

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October 9 and 10, 2026 · Orlando/Winter Garden, FL at OCOM - Orlando College of Osteophatic Medicine

FACULTY TRAINED/TAUGHT AT

Learn directly from an ADEX board examiner and experienced dental school faculty who have trained hundreds of internationally educated dentists.

The program in one sentence

A two-day Bench Test and Interview Mastery Program designed to help internationally trained dentists confidently prepare for admission to U.S. dental schools.

"I stopped guessing what they wanted. Now I know."

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What the Bench & Beyond Intensive gives you

Two days built around
PRACTICE, FEEDBACK AND PROGRESS

This is not a lecture-based weekend. You will practice at the bench, receive personalized feedback, and complete a timed mock practical based on dental school evaluation criteria.

HANDS ON FROM THE START

Spend two full days at the simulation bench developing essential operative and restorative skills through focused, supervised practice.

HANDS ON FROM THE START

Spend two full days at the simulation bench developing essential operative and restorative skills through focused, supervised practice.

Your preparations reviewed

Receive real-time, criteria-based feedback so you understand what evaluators look for and how to improve each preparation.

Your preparations reviewed

Receive real-time, criteria-based feedback so you understand what evaluators look for and how to improve each preparation.

A TIMED MOCK PRACTICAL

Put your skills to the test under realistic time constraints, followed by detailed feedback and a personalized plan for improvement.

A TIMED MOCK PRACTICAL

Put your skills to the test under realistic time constraints, followed by detailed feedback and a personalized plan for improvement.

A SMALL, FOCUSED COHORT

You will receive individualized guidance, direct faculty interaction, and the attention you need to progress.

A SMALL, FOCUSED COHORT

You will receive individualized guidance, direct faculty interaction, and the attention you need to progress.

Fit

IS THIS PROGRAM
RIGHT FOR YOU?

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This is for you if

You are an internationally trained dentist preparing for a U.S. dental school bench test and interview.

You want structured, hands-on practice guided by clear evaluation criteria.

You want personalized feedback, a timed mock practical, and a focused improvement plan.

WHY THIS PROGRAM STANDS APART

Faculty is a former AEGD Program Director + ADEX Board Examiner

Structured practice with direct faculty guidance

Criteria-based mentoring from an evaluator’s perspective

Timed mock practical with detailed feedback

Mock admission interview with personalized feedback

Upcoming cohort

TWO DAYS CLOSER TO
YOUR DENTAL SCHOOL GOAL.

Join a focused group of internationally trained dentists for two intensive days of hands-on preparation, personalized feedback, and realistic practice.

The Bench & Beyond™ Intensive

October 9 and 10, 2026 · Orlando/Winter Garden at OCOM Orlando College of Osteophatic Medicine

TUITION

$3,495

Only 12 seats left

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Inside the instensive

SEE THE LEARNING IN ACTION

A closer look at the hands-on practice, faculty guidance, and personalized feedback that define The Bench & Beyond™ Intensive.

Focused hands-on practice

Faculty demonstration and guidance

Real-time preparation review

Personalized instructor feedback

Interactive, criteria-based learning

Focused hands on practice
Faculty demonstration and guidance
Real-time preparation review
Interactive criteria-based learning

Faculty Perspective

LEARN FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE EVALUATION TABLE.

Your instructors bring together the experience of a former AEGD Program Director and a sitting ADEX Board Examiner. Having interviewed and evaluated hundreds of internationally trained dentists, they understand what admissions committees look for in a strong candidate—and will provide practical guidance

"Thank you SO much for providing us with this amazing opportunity to learn from you both and your expertise. The hands-on aspect, as a current D3 student, was invaluable. I especially valued your time and advice on my preparations as well as the different types of putty matrix. Thank you so much for your time!"
Evelyn Susko
University student
"I absolutely loved the veneers A to Z course because the training not only boosted my confidence but also provided meticulous details about smile design and also improved my skills. Some sections of the course were challenging but the comprehensive coverage was well worth the effort. I highly recommend this course to dental professionals seeking comprehensive training. Thanks."
Andrea Benitez
University student
"Thank you for taking the time to teach Ceramic Veneers from A to Z. I loved the incorporation of majority hands on and a lecture to follow along. The exceptional organization of materials and lecture made this CE course very easy to follow. Thank you again. I look forward to more courses with you!"
Selena Sanchez
University student

"Thank you SO much for providing us with this amazing opportunity to learn from you both and your expertise. The hands-on aspect, as a current D3 student, was invaluable. I especially valued your time and advice on my preparations as well as the different types of putty matrix. Thank you so much for your time!"
Evelyn Susko
University student
"I absolutely loved the veneers A to Z course because the training not only boosted my confidence but also provided meticulous details about smile design and also improved my skills. Some sections of the course were challenging but the comprehensive coverage was well worth the effort. I highly recommend this course to dental professionals seeking comprehensive training. Thanks."
Andrea Benitez
University student
"Thank you for taking the time to teach Ceramic Veneers from A to Z. I loved the incorporation of majority hands on and a lecture to follow along. The exceptional organization of materials and lecture made this CE course very easy to follow. Thank you again. I look forward to more courses with you!"
Selena Sanchez
University student

"The course was awesome and exceed my expectations. I highly recommend it to everyone who is interested in learning more about veneers. (From preps to cementation.)"
Amanda Rodrigues
University student
"This course was very thorough yet concise. I liked how every step was presented and also demonstrated with hands on activity. Adding a presentation showing the steps on a live patient would be a great add to the course."
Dr. Rajeev Patel
University student
"Very good course covering many details to make me confident enough to begin veneers. Only feedback may be to include practice or case examples of complex cases such as rotated or malpositioned teeth preps. Thank you!"
Krishen Patel
University Student
"My experience on this CE course was amazing. I think being around 80% hands-on is a plus because that way we can practice what we learn in the lecture. I would recommend this course to everyone interested in the esthetic dentistry. Both Doctors, Oliveira and Far, you did a great job putting this course together. Thank you!"
Kezia Lohane
University student

"The course was awesome and exceed my expectations. I highly recommend it to everyone who is interested in learning more about veneers. (From preps to cementation.)"
Amanda Rodrigues
University student
"This course was very thorough yet concise. I liked how every step was presented and also demonstrated with hands on activity. Adding a presentation showing the steps on a live patient would be a great add to the course."
Dr. Rajeev Patel
University student
"Very good course covering many details to make me confident enough to begin veneers. Only feedback may be to include practice or case examples of complex cases such as rotated or malpositioned teeth preps. Thank you!"
Krishen Patel
University Student
"My experience on this CE course was amazing. I think being around 80% hands-on is a plus because that way we can practice what we learn in the lecture. I would recommend this course to everyone interested in the esthetic dentistry. Both Doctors, Oliveira and Far, you did a great job putting this course together. Thank you!"
Kezia Lohane
University student

"Thank you so much for the amazing course. It was so helpful and well organized. I loved the explanations and the sequence how the course was presented. The best part for me was learn the different types of preparations and its indications and contraindications."
Dr. Graziela Torino
University student
"I'd like to congratulate you. Excellent course. I feel more prepared now to do some veneers. Thank you. God bless you all."
Roberto Ramirez
University student
"The veneers course was absolutely incredible! It provided a perfect balance of hands-on practice and comprehensive theory. This course exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to enhance their skills in cosmetic dentistry. Thanks."
Roger Bertoluci
University student

"Thank you so much for the amazing course. It was so helpful and well organized. I loved the explanations and the sequence how the course was presented. The best part for me was learn the different types of preparations and its indications and contraindications."
Dr. Graziela Torino
University student
"I'd like to congratulate you. Excellent course. I feel more prepared now to do some veneers. Thank you. God bless you all."
Roberto Ramirez
University student
"The veneers course was absolutely incredible! It provided a perfect balance of hands-on practice and comprehensive theory. This course exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to enhance their skills in cosmetic dentistry. Thanks."
Roger Bertoluci
University student

"Thank you SO much for providing us with this amazing opportunity to learn from you both and your expertise. The hands-on aspect, as a current D3 student, was invaluable. I especially valued your time and advice on my preparations as well as the different types of putty matrix. Thank you so much for your time!"
Evelyn Susko
University student
"I absolutely loved the course because the training not only boosted my confidence but also provided meticulous details about smile design and also improved my skills. Some sections of the course were challenging but the comprehensive coverage was well worth the effort. I highly recommend this course to dental professionals seeking comprehensive training. Thanks."
Andrea Benitez
"Thank you for taking the time to teach Ceramic Veneers from A to Z. I loved the incorporation of majority hands on and a lecture to follow along. The exceptional organization of materials and lecture made this CE course very easy to follow. Thank you again. I look forward to more courses with you!"
Selena Sanchez
"The course was awesome and exceed my expectations. I highly recommend it to everyone who is interested in learning more about veneers. (From preps to cementation.)"
Amanda
"This course was very thorough yet concise. I liked how every step was presented and also demonstrated with hands on activity.
Dr. Patel
"My experience on this CE course was amazing. I think being around 80% hands-on is a plus because that way we can practice what we learn in the lecture. I would recommend this course to everyone interested in the esthetic dentistry. Both Doctors, Oliveira and Far, you did a great job putting this course together. Thank you!"
Kezia Lohane
"I'd like to congratulate you. Excellent course. I feel more prepared now to do some veneers. Thank you. God bless you all."
Roberto Ramirez
"Thank you so much for the amazing course. It was so helpful and well organized. I loved the explanations and the sequence how the course was presented. The best part for me was learn the different types of preparations and its indications and contraindications."
Dr. Graziela Torino
"The course was absolutely incredible! It provided a perfect balance of hands-on practice and comprehensive theory. This course exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to enhance their skills. Thanks."
DR. Roger

Faculty

LEARN FROM FACULTY WHO KNOW
WHAT EVALUATORS LOOK FOR.

Both instructors work alongside you throughout the two-day program, providing demonstrations, individualized coaching, and real-time feedback.

Faculty

Dr. Oliveira-Haas, DDS, MS, PhD

Founder and lead instructor

Former AEGD Program Director with academic appointments/training at NSU, UMKC, UF, and UNMC

Experienced educator who has interviewed and evaluated hundreds of internationally trained dentists

Internationally trained dentist who successfully completed the U.S. dental education pathway.

Faculty

Dr. Oliveira-Haas, DDS, MS, PhD

Founder and lead instructor

Former AEGD Program Director with academic appointments/training at NSU, UMKC, UF, and UNMC

Experienced educator who has interviewed and evaluated hundreds of internationally trained dentists

Internationally trained dentist who successfully completed the U.S. dental education pathway.

Dr. Oliveira-Haas, DDS, MS, PhD

Founder and lead instructor

Former AEGD Program Director with academic appointments/training at NSU, UMKC, UF, and UNMC

Experienced educator who has interviewed and evaluated hundreds of internationally trained dentists

Internationally trained dentist who successfully completed the U.S. dental education pathway.

Dr. Far, DDS

Founder and lead instructor

Advanced clinical training in digital dentistry

Specialist in precision-based treatment planning

Brings complex techniques into practical workflows

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Most courses teach drilling. We teach what gets you accepted.

A two-day Bench Test and Interview Mastery Program designed to help internationally trained dentists confidently prepare for admission to U.S. dental schools.

Two days built around PRACTICE, FEEDBACK AND PROGRESS

HANDS ON FROM THE START

HANDS ON FROM THE START

Your preparations reviewed

Your preparations reviewed

A TIMED MOCK PRACTICAL

A TIMED MOCK PRACTICAL

A SMALL, FOCUSED COHORT

A SMALL, FOCUSED COHORT

IS THIS PROGRAMRIGHT FOR YOU?

This is for you if

WHY THIS PROGRAM STANDS APART

TWO DAYS CLOSER TOYOUR DENTAL SCHOOL GOAL.

The Bench & Beyond™ Intensive

$3,495

SEE THE LEARNING IN ACTION

LEARN FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE EVALUATION TABLE.

LEARN FROM FACULTY WHO KNOWWHAT EVALUATORS LOOK FOR.

Dr. Oliveira-Haas, DDS, MS, PhD

Dr. Oliveira-Haas, DDS, MS, PhD

Dr. Oliveira-Haas, DDS, MS, PhD

Dr. Far, DDS

BE THE FIRST TO KNOW ABOUT NEW COHORT DATES.

Two days built around
PRACTICE, FEEDBACK AND PROGRESS

IS THIS PROGRAM
RIGHT FOR YOU?

TWO DAYS CLOSER TO
YOUR DENTAL SCHOOL GOAL.

LEARN FROM FACULTY WHO KNOW
WHAT EVALUATORS LOOK FOR.