The course follows a seminar format and offers advanced theoretical and clinical exploration of operative dentistry, with emphasis on clinical decision-making and techniques for single-tooth direct and intra-coronal restorations. Topics include the development and progression of dental caries, detection, diagnosis, risk assessment, and evidence-based management strategies. Additional focus is placed on complex direct restorations, root caries, structural anomalies, and the criteria for restoration repair or replacement. The course also examines factors influencing the longevity and clinical success of restorations, ultimately enhancing students’ competence in delivering durable and effective operative care.