Elevate your practice with hands-on training
If you’re ready to go beyond the basics and sharpen your skills in a real, high-tech practice—this is your opportunity. At VFD Innovative Dental, Dr. Craig Vacek offers immersive, on-site training to dentists who want to grow their clinical confidence, implement advanced technology, and deliver transformative care.
Your instructor
Dr. Craig Vacek
Dr. Craig Vacek brings over 20 years of private practice experience to his one-of-a-kind training curriculum. A graduate of the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry and holder of an MBA from the University of Nebraska, Dr. Vacek blends real-world clinical excellence with proven business insight. He is faculty at the UNMC College of Dentistry and a visiting faculty member for CDOCS, where he trains dentists nationwide in advanced restorative techniques and digital workflows.
Dr. Vacek doesn’t just teach cutting-edge dentistry—he lives it every day in his Lincoln practice. Whether you’re looking to integrate CEREC, elevate your practice management, or gain surgical confidence, his training sessions deliver tailored, actionable insights. His belief? Training should be specific to your goals—not a one-size-fits-all approach. Learn chairside in a practice that does it all, and leave with solutions you can apply immediately.
Training experiences for real practice growth
Whether you’re new to dentistry or looking to refine your use of technology, our training programs are designed with intention. Each course takes place in our state-of-the-art practice and moves at a pace aligned with your goals.
CEREC Training
Master the fundamentals and beyond of CEREC dentistry in full- or half-day sessions customized for your workflow.
Learn how to confidently navigate CEREC software and scanning with efficiency
Explore anterior and posterior case design in both same-day and complex scenarios
Cover multi-unit workflows and effective quadrant dentistry strategies
CEREC/Cone Beam Integration
Learn to combine CEREC and CBCT technology for a seamless restorative and surgical approach, including full-arch cases.
Understand the principles of guided implant surgery using CEREC and Galileos
Train in advanced integration, including 3D printing and digital surgical guides
Apply workflows directly to patient cases throughout the session
Practice Management Modules
Go beyond the handpiece with full-day training designed to optimize your business, team dynamics, and leadership approach.
Maximize your practice potential with Dr. Vacek’s real-world experience
Work through HR management challenges and leadership development
Learn how to leverage technology with a business-first mindset
Private Practice Residency (PPR program)
For dentists within two years of graduation, our year-long Private Practice Residency offers full-spectrum mentorship in clinical, business, and technological mastery.
Work side-by-side in a high-tech, full-scope private practice environment
Gain confidence in delivering comprehensive care with cutting-edge tools
Develop a deep understanding of practice ownership, leadership, and patient care philosophy
Real training. Real cases. Real Results
Take a look at our training sessions in action—from live patient cases to team integration. This is hands-on learning at its best.
Our cutting-edge tools
CEREC technology
Our CEREC PrimeScan and PrimeMill allow us to design and mill same-day crowns and restorations with incredible precision — saving you time without sacrificing quality.
CBCT scans
Cone Beam technology provides 3D imaging for implants, root canals, and complex diagnostics while keeping radiation exposure to a minimum.
3D printing
We craft custom night guards, digital dentures, and surgical guides with in-house 3D printing — saving time and ensuring a perfect fit.
Surgical guides
Custom-built guides from our digital case planning ensure implant surgeries are exact, safe, and efficient — even in full-arch cases.
Endodontic microscope
This tool allows for enhanced visualization during root canals and micro-procedures, helping our team deliver high-quality results in-house.
Digital case design & workflow
From pixels to procedures, our end-to-end digital design process streamlines complex cases for better communication, planning, and execution.
Guided implant surgery
From single implants to All-on-X procedures, we use digital planning paired with surgical guides to place implants safely and precisely.
PS2
This advanced software enables highly accurate planning and integration for implant cases, enhancing both esthetics and functionality.