Prof. Vinicius Rosa

PhD, Associate Professor, Vice Dean for Research, Faculty of Dentistry | Singapore

Dr. Vinicius Rosa is Associate Professor and Vice-Dean for Research at the Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore. His work explores how artificial intelligence and materials informatics can transform the design and biological evaluation of biomaterials. He develops data-driven frameworks that integrate material properties with multidimensional and time-resolved cellular responses, enabling researchers to move from conventional screening towards predictive and target-centred biomaterial design. His research spans regenerative dentistry, bioactive materials, hydrogels, nanomaterials, stem-cell models, and material–cell interactions, combining computational approaches with experimental validation. Professor Rosa serves on the Board of the Academy of Dental Materials and holds editorial roles with the Journal of Prosthodontics, Emergent Materials, Journal of Dental Research, Dental Materials, European Journal of Oral Sciences, and Journal of Endodontics. His distinctions include the George C. Paffenbarger Award, the IADR Distinguished Scientist Young Investigator Award, the IADR/DMG Stephen Bayne Mid-Career Award, and the IADR Innovation in Oral Care Award. Lecture Title: Next-Generation Bioactive Materials & Tissue Engineering

Prof. Zheng Lei

MD, DDS, Associate Professor, Senior Consultant | Singapore

Prof. Lei Zheng is an Associate Professor (Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore) Senior Consultant (OMS, National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore) Main research areas include clinical research in oral and maxillofacial oncology and reconstruction, with special focus on tracing and dissection of occult lingual lymph nodes of early-stage tongue carcinoma, intraoral anastomosis microsurgery, modified iliac flap, and computer-assisted surgery in maxillofacial reconstruction. More than 50 manuscripts in peer-reviewed international journals have been published. He serves on the editorial board of the Chinese Journal of Difficult and Complicated Cases and Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction, and he is a reviewer of several SCI journals as well. Prof. Zheng is the inventor of two Chinese patents. Lecture Title: Management of Benign Lesions in Young People

Dr. Frank Lee Kong Fei

BDS, MDS, MRD RCSEd, Program Director Prosthodontic Residency Programme, Senior Consultant and Lecturer | Singapore

Dr Frank Lee Kong Fei is a Senior Consultant in Prosthodontics at the National University Centre for Oral Health, Singapore, and a Senior Lecturer at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Faculty of Dentistry. He holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Master of Dental Surgery in Prosthodontics (MDS), and Membership in Restorative Dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRD RCSEd). Dr Lee has extensive experience in prosthodontic clinical practice, undergraduate education, and postgraduate training, and is actively involved in the Prosthodontic Residency Programme at NUS. His professional interests include digital dentistry, implant prosthodontics, and aesthetic dentistry. He is also involved in clinical research and has contributed to peer-reviewed publications and professional education programmes. Lecture Title: To Veneer or Not to Veneer. That is the Question

Prof. Peter Svensson

DDS, PhD, Dr. Odont., Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, Senior Consultant | Singapore

Prof. Peter Svensson is Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, and Senior Consultant at the National University Centre for Oral Health, Singapore. He previously served as Professor and Head of Orofacial Pain at Aarhus University, Denmark, for more than two decades. His research focuses on the mechanisms of orofacial pain, neuroplasticity, bruxism, temporomandibular disorders, and trigeminal motor function. He has authored more than 600 scientific publications, has an H-index of 80, and is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation. He is also an active clinician and an internationally recognized expert in orofacial pain and neuroscience. Lecture Title: Bruxism and the Severely Worn Dentition – Insights into Mechanisms, Diagnosis and Interdisciplinary Management

Dr. Juliana Tereza Colpani

BDS, MDS, MSc, Dentist, Researcher, Lecturer in Opeartive Dentistry and Prosthodontics | Singapore

Dr Juliana Colpani is a dentist, researcher, and Lecturer at the National University of Singapore, with nearly a decade of experience in sleep-related research at the intersection of dentistry and cardiovascular disease. Her research focuses on obstructive sleep apnea, oral appliance therapy, and cardiovascular and cognitive outcomes. She is also a PhD candidate at Radboud University, the Netherlands. Her work spans multidisciplinary clinical research involving dentistry, sleep medicine, cardiology, and digital health, with particular interest in mandibular advancement devices as an alternative treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. She has contributed to randomized clinical trials investigating treatment response in patients with hypertension, cognitive impairment, and heart failure, as well as studies on treatment adherence, quality of life, and patient-centered outcomes. Alongside her research, she is actively involved in undergraduate dental education in operative dentistry and prosthodontics. Her broader academic interests include translational dental–medical research, personalized treatment approaches, and the integration of clinical, dental, and digital information to improve patient care. Lecture Title: Mandibular Advancement Devices for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea: Evidence, Patient Selection and Outcomes

Dr. Jacob Chew

BDS (Singapore), MDS (Periodontics, Singapore), M Perio RCS (Edinburgh), PhD, Assistant Professor | Singapore

Dr Jacob Chew is an Assistant Professor and periodontist at the National University of Singapore. His research focuses on precision periodontics, integrating microbiome science, biomarkers, and data-driven approaches to improve risk stratification, treatment monitoring, and personalised care. His work seeks to translate biological and clinical information into practical tools that support more predictive and individualised management of periodontal disease. These interests also underpin his international speaking on periodontal risk assessment and the application of periodontal principles to peri-implantitis management. By bridging research, clinical practice, and education, Dr Chew aims to advance a precision-care approach to periodontitis and peri-implantitis—one that better accounts for individual disease susceptibility, biological drivers, treatment response, and long-term maintenance needs. Lecture Title: Precision Care in Periodontitis and Peri-implantitis

Dr. Gabriel Lee

BDS, Grad Dip Geriatric Dentistry, MPH, Programme Director of the Graduate Diploma, Dental Educator, Clinician, and Public Health Practitioner, Senior Lecturer | Singapore

Dr Gabriel is a dental educator, clinician, and public health practitioner committed to improving oral healthcare for ageing and underserved populations. As a Senior Lecturer at the National University of Singapore, he has played a pivotal role in transforming geriatric and special needs dental education and utilises innovative teaching approaches such as community fieldwork to cultivate empathy and practical skills for his students. Gabriel also serves as the Programme Director of the Graduate Diploma in Geriatric Dentistry, where he leads training of dental graduates to address the oral health challenges faced by older adults. His clinical role at the National University Centre for Oral Health focusses on hospital dentistry and managing adults with special healthcare needs. Lecture Title: The Gateway to Healthy Ageing

Dr. Ahmed Fawzy Rady

BDS, MSc, PhD, Consultant Pediatric Dentist, Lecturer - Deparment of Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Photography Educator and Instructor | Egypt

Dr. Ahmed Fawzy is a Consultant Pediatric Dentist with over 24 years of expertise in clinical practice, teaching, and international lecturing. He earned his bachelor’s degree in dental science from Alexandria University in 2000, followed by a Master’s in Pediatric Dentistry from Cairo University in 2005 and a Ph.D. in Pediatric Dentistry from SCU, Egypt. Dr. Fawzy currently serves as a lecturer at the Pediatric Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, ERU University in Cairo, where he contributes to training future generations of pediatric dentists. He also operates his own specialized pediatric dental clinic, The Dental Land Clinic, in Cairo, providing high-quality dental care in a child-friendly environment. Beyond his clinical and academic roles, Dr. Fawzy is a Dental Photography Educator and Instructor, offering specialized courses to help dental professionals enhance their documentation and clinical presentations through high-quality photography. He is an active leader in the field, serving as the Secretary General and a board member of the Egyptian Society of Pediatric Dentistry and Children with Special Needs (ESPSN). His contributions extend globally, as he is a sought-after speaker who has lectured at prestigious conferences, including AAPD (USA), IAPD (Turkey), AEEDC (UAE), AMOP (Mexico), ADIRC (Morocco), DLS (Bahrain), BIDM (Lebanon), ESPSN (Cairo), and EDSIC (Egypt). In addition to speaking engagements, Dr. Fawzy has led numerous specialized workshops in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Morocco, focusing on advanced pediatric dental techniques and dental photography. His dedication to advancing pediatric dentistry and enhancing professional dental education continues to impact the field both regionally and internationally. Lecture Title: Everyday Challenges, Evolving Solutions: Clinical Insights into Contemporary Pediatric Dentistry

Prof. Noha Samir Kabil

DDS, MSc, PhD, FHEA, Head of Pediatric Dentistry Department, Vice Dean of Internationalization & Mobility, Professor of Paediatric Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry & Dental Public Health | Egypt

Prof. Noha Samir Kabil, DDS, MD, FHEA, is Vice Dean of Internationalization & Mobility and Professor of Paediatric Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry & Dental Public Health at The British University in Egypt. With over 30 years of experience in higher education, clinical practice, research and academic leadership, she has held senior leadership roles at BUE and Ain Shams University. She is a Board Member of FDI Women Dentists Worldwide and ESPHO, and a member of EDA and EAPD’s Clinical Standards Network. Her expertise includes paediatric dentistry, preventive dentistry, dental public health, community oral health, internationalization and academic leadership. She has authored 50+ peer-reviewed publications. Lecture Title: The Journey of Partial Pulpotomy

Dr. Bechara Nadim Al Asmar

DDS, Dip (Paediatric), Dip (Oral Pathology), Pediatric Dentistry/Pedodontist-Pediatric Oral Pathologist/ | Lebanon

Dr Bechara is a Pediatric Dentist, Oral Pathologist-Former President (Leb.Soc.Ped.Dent)-Vice President (Arab Soc.Ped.Dent)and headaches. President Elected, Lebanese Society for the Study of Pain. Lecture Title: Pediatric Pain Assessment Scales

Prof. Maki Sugimoto

MD, PhD, Professor, Surgeon, CEO & Founder | Japan

Dr. Maki Sugimoto is a distinguished surgeon at Teikyo University Hospital and a professor at the Innovation Lab, Teikyo University Okinaga Research Institute. His academic journey began with a degree from Teikyo University School of Medicine in 1996, setting the foundation for a career that spans various surgical roles across multiple medical institutions. Dr. Sugimoto's dedication to surgical practice is matched by his commitment to advancing medical technology in academia. His role extends beyond clinical and academic fields into entrepreneurial leadership as the CEO and Founder of Private Company. Under his guidance, the company has become a frontrunner in medical image analysis and extended reality technologies (XR), which encompasses virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR), and artificial intelligence (A.I.). His work also focuses on innovative applications in the Metaverse, the development of 3D organ printing technologies, and the enhancement of surgical support systems. Dr. Sugimoto's expertise is recognized through Board Certifications from the Japan Surgical Society and the Japan Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society. He possesses specialized qualifications in endoscopic surgical skills from the Japan Society for Endoscopic Surgery. Lecture Title: From Medical Images to Spatial Intelligence: AI-Integrated XR, Holographic Navigation, and 3D Printing for Digital Dentistry 4.0

Dr. Viet Hoang

DDS, MSc, CEO & Founder | Vietnam

Dr. Viet Hoang is a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) graduate from Ho Chi Minh University of Medicine and Pharmacy (2018). He further pursued advanced studies in biomechanics, earning a Master’s degree in Mechanical and Design Engineering (Biomechanics) from the Faculty of Engineering at Sriracha, Kasetsart University, Thailand. Dr. Hoang is actively involved in dental education as a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Puthisastra, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and Kasetsart University, Sriracha Campus, Thailand. He is also the CEO and Founder of Private Clinic. Lecture Title: Artificial Intelligence and 3D Printing in Digital Dentistry

Dr. Nattapon Chantarapanich

PhD, MSc, Dean / Associate Professor, Senior Researcher | Thailand

Dr. Nattapon Chantarapanich is an associate professor at Faculty of Engineering at Sriracha, Kasetsart University (KU), where he has been since 2013, and also currently serving as Dean. Dr. Chantarapanich has over 20 years of experiences in medical device industry and translational research, including being researcher in government organization, and managing R&D department in medical device companies. His specialized field is medical device design and biomechanics. He invented various medical device products, for example, orthopaedic fixation, surgical instruments, etc. Some of his inventions have been received silver award recognition in the 43rd International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva held in Swiss Federation, and gold award in 2022 Japan Design, Idea and Invention Expo (JDIE 2022) held in Japan. In addition, he has listed as an inventor of 16 patents and petty patents in medical products which some of them has already been licensed to private companies. Besides his invention achievement, he has also published over 47 international articles indexed in SCOPUS (701 Citations), with h-index of 13. During his time with KU, he has been granted through office of higher education commission talent mobility program to work with medical device companies in 2017 and 2019. Currently, he focuses on multi-institution platform in developing orthopeadics & cardiovascular medical devices, new operative technique, and leveraging productivity of medical device company. Asides from his service to KU, Dr. Chantarapanich has also serves as guest lecturer and visiting researcher in various Thai medical and dental schools, advisor to medical section of Thai Subcontracting Promotion Association, Thailand Quality Award (TQA) Assessor for Thailand Productivity Institute (FTPI) and managing committee for Thai Tool and Die Industry Association (TDIA). Lecture Title: Artificial Intelligence and 3D Printing in Digital Dentistry

Dr. Daisuke Tomita

DDS, Orthodontist, Clinician-Innovator and Chief Executive Officer | Japan

Dr. Daisuke Tomita is a Japanese orthodontist, clinician-innovator, and digital health leader specializing in artificial intelligence, extended reality, and patient-specific 3D simulation in dental and maxillofacial care. He is involved in the development of advanced 3D digital technologies that integrate medical imaging, intraoral and facial scans, and AI to support diagnosis, treatment planning, surgical simulation, education, and patient communication. He holds international academic appointments as a Visiting Lecturer at Stanford University and Visiting Professor at The Chinese University of Hong Kong and Charles University. His work focuses on integrating dentistry, medicine, engineering, and digital technology to make complex treatments safer, more predictable, and easier for patients and clinicians to understand. Lecture Title: Digital Transformation and AI-Powered Healthcare

Dr. Alfonso Gil

DDS, MAS, PhD, Peridontologist & Implantologist | Spain

Alfonso Gil earned his DDS degree with highest honors from the University of the Basque Country (2008–2013). He completed the Advanced Periodontology Specialization Programme and obtained a Master of Science degree from the University of Southern California (USC) (2013–2016), followed by a specialization in Advanced Surgical Implant Dentistry at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) (2016–2017). In 2017, he became a Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. From 2017 to 2022, he completed the specialization programme in Reconstructive Dentistry and the Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in Implantology at the Clinic of Reconstructive Dentistry, University of Zurich. During this period, he worked for two years as a Research Assistant and for three years as an Assistant in Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics and Dental Materials Science. He obtained his PhD from the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC) in 2019 with a doctoral thesis focused on VISTA root coverage procedures on teeth. Dr. Gil currently serves as Co-Editor in Chief of the International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry (IJED). He is also EAO Advisor and Ambassador for Spain, a SEPES Board Member, and a member of the EAED Communication Committee. His research activity is focused on periodontology, implantology, and prosthodontics, with 12 publications in indexed dental journals and contributions to 3 book chapters. Lecture Title: Immediacy and Efficiency in Implant Dentistry: Streamlined Clinical Protocols

Dr. Da-Yo Yuh

DDS, DScD, Director, Oral Diagnosis and Family Dentistry, Assistant Professor | Taiwan (PRC)

Dr. Da-Yo Yuh, DDS, DScD, is an Assistant Professor at National Defense Medical University and Director of Oral Diagnosis and Family Dentistry at Tri-Service General Hospital, Taiwan. He earned his DScD from the University of Pennsylvania, where he received training in basic and translational periodontal research. His research focuses on periodontal inflammation and regeneration, dental bioaerosol mitigation, laser-modified implant surfaces, and digital dental education. He has received multiple National Innovation Awards and holds patents for dental aerosol mitigation devices. His work integrates clinical dentistry, biomaterials, and translational research to advance oral healthcare. Lecture Title: Laser Engineered Titanium Microchannels for Precision Implant Dentistry

Dr. Thore Sebastian Santel

DMD, Fachzahnarzt für Oralchirurgie, Oral Surgeon, Associate Dentist | Germany

Dr. Sebastian Thore is an associate Dentist who had his university entrance qualification at German Abitur on June 7, 2000, Completed civilian service at the University Hospital Münster, Germany (Oct 1, 2000 – Aug 31, 2001). Feb 1, 2002 – Apr 30, 2002 – Clinical internship at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa. Oct 1, 2002 – Oct 24, 2007 – Dental studies at the University of Leipzig, Germany. Oct 24, 2007 – State Examination in Dentistry (Staatsexamen Zahnmedizin). His professional experiences are the following: Nov 15,2007 – May 31, 2008 – Associate Dentist, Dental Practice Dr. Heike Santel, Geeste, Germany. Jun 1, 2008 – Dec 31, 2008 – Associate Dentist, Dental Practice Drs. Stelzner, Munich, Germany. Jan 1, 2009 – Jun 30, 2012 – Research Associate and Resident in Oral Surgery, Department of Dental Surgery and Emergency Admissions, West German Oral and Maxillofacial Clinic, University Hospital Düsseldorf (Head of Department: Prof. Dr. Jürgen Becker) May 13, 2011 – Completed Curriculum in Implantology (German Society of Implantology – DGI). Feb 1, 2012 – Recognition of Specialist Qualification in Oral Surgery (Fachzahnarzt für Oralchirurgie). Oct 1, 2012 – Mar 31, 2013 – Associate Dentist, Dental Practice Dr. Heike Santel, Geeste, Lower Saxony. Apr 1, 2013 – Co-founder of the joint practice Dres. Santel – Dental Practice for Oral Surgery and Implantology, Geeste, Germany. Apr 23, 2013 – Doctorate in Dental Medicine (Dr. med. dent.), Faculty of Medicine, University of Leipzig, Institute of Biochemistry. Mar 31, 2016 – Left joint dental practice Dres. Santel – Oral Surgery and Implantology. Aug 1, 2016 – Sep 9, 2016 – Associate Dentist, Dental Practice Dr. Kristina Grittner, Velbert, Germany. Oct 1, 2016 – Dec 31, 2016 – Associate Dentist, Group Practice Dres. Kaesemann, Rückert, Wolff, Essen, Germany. Jan 1, 2017 – Present – Co-founder and Managing Partner, Zahnzentrum Kupferdreh, MVZ Dr. T. Santel & Dr. B. Rückert, Poststraße 2, 45257 Essen, Germany. Lecture Title: Immediate Zirconia Implants: Excellence for High Esthetic Demands

Prof. Nikolaos G. Nikitakis

MD, DDS, PhD, Dean, Chair of the Department of Oral Medicine & Pathology and Hospital Dentistry School of Dentistry | Greece

Professor Nikolaos G. Nikitakis received his DDS and MD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), Greece, and his PhD from the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), USA. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (ABOMP) and a Fellow of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (AAOMP) and the American Academy of Oral Medicine (AAOM). He has also completed a sabbatical at the School of Dentistry and MD Anderson Cancer Center at the University of Texas at Houston (UTH), USA. Prof. Nikitakis is currently Dean (2022–present), as well as Professor and Chair (2018–present) of the Department of Oral Medicine & Pathology and Hospital Dentistry, School of Dentistry, NKUA. He is Past President and a member of the Executive Committee and Board of the European Association of Oral Medicine (EAOM), where he served as Secretary General (2014–2018) and President (2018–2021). He is also currently President of the Hellenic Association of Oral Medicine and Pathology (HAOMP) (2015–present). His clinical interests include the clinical and histopathologic diagnosis and management of oral and maxillofacial diseases, while his research focuses primarily on oral, head and neck oncology/cancer research. He has authored over 275 peer-reviewed publications and 200 abstracts, with approximately 4,300 citations and h-index: 38 on Scopus and 7,000 citations and h-index 48 on Google Scholar. He is author of a textbook in Contemporary Oral Medicine and Pathology and has contributed chapters to several textbooks and handbooks. He has also served on the Editorial Board of various scientific journals. He has delivered invited lectures at numerous national and international meetings and has served as Visiting Professor/Lecturer at Universities across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. For his scientific contributions, he has received several honors and awards. He is a strong advocate for the advancement of Oral Medicine and Pathology, as well as for international collaboration and globalization of the specialty. He has played a pivotal role in the establishment of EAOM Regional Meetings and, even more impactfully, in the development of joint EAOM–AAOM. He served as Chair of the Scientific Committee of the AAOM–EAOM Joint Meeting in 2025 (Las Vegas, USA) and will serve as President of the Congress and Chair of the Organizing Committee of the EAOM–AAOM Joint Meeting with global participation in Rhodes, Greece, on September 22–25, 2027. Lecture Title: Molecular Predictors of Recurrence and Malignant Transformation in Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders- Are We There Yet?

Prof. Marco Meleti

DDS, PhD, Professor of Oral Surgery, President, European Association of Oral Medicine | Italy

Prof. Marco Meleti is Professor of Oral Surgery at the University of Parma, Italy, where he also serves as Clinical Director of the University Dental Center and Director of the Master Program in Orofacial Aesthetic Medicine. He received his dental degree from the University of Parma and earned his PhD in Oral Sciences at Vrije Universiteit of Amsterdam, conducting his doctoral research within the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Pathology at VUmc and the Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA). He subsequently completed advanced clinical training in Oral Medicine at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), USA. An oral surgeon with a special interest in Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine, his clinical and research activities focus on diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases of the oral mucosa and jawbones, oral potentially malignant disorders, oral cancer, salivary diagnostics, and innovative technologies in oral surgery, including laser applications. He has authored of 200 Scopus-indexed peer-reviewed publications. He is actively engaged in international research collaborations. Prof. Meleti is Immediate Past-President of the European Association of Oral Medicine (EAOM), after serving as President from 2023 to 2025. He is a frequent invited speaker at international conferences and serves on the editorial boards of several leading journals in Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology. He also serves on the Board of the Italian Society of Oral Surgery (SIDCO) and as Vice President of the Italian Society of Laser Dentistry (SILO). Lecture Title: Recognizing the Many Faces of Oral and Maxillofacial Malignancy

Dr. Manoela D. Martins

DDS, PhD, Associate Professor with Tenure, Director of the Laser in Dentistry and Health Clinic (ELOS) | Brazil

Dr. Manoela Domingues Martins is an internationally recognized expert in oral medicine, pathology, and laser applications in dentistry and healthcare. She is a Professor at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) and Director of the Laser in Dentistry and Health Clinic (ELOS). Her work focuses on translational research, clinical applications of laser therapy, and oncology patient care, with a special interest in photobiomodulation, oral mucositis management, and pain control. She has over 400 scientific publications in high-impact journals and has been Recognized World's Top 2% Scientists according to the Stanford University-Elsevierin 2023 and 2024. Dr. Martins is an active member of the World Workshop of Oral Medicine (WWOM), contributing to international guidelines and advancements in oral healthcare. Additionally, she serves as a faculty member for the Laser Workshop at the American Academy of Oral Medicine (AAOM), where she trains clinicians in laser applications for soft tissue management, pain control, and regenerative therapies. Dr. Martins is dedicated to bridging the gap between research and clinical practice, training the next generation of dentists in laser therapy, oral pathology, and evidence-based dentistry. Her leadership in international collaborations and scientific innovations continues to drive the advancement of precision medicine in oral healthcare. Lecture Title: Oral Care in Oncology: Protecting the Mouth, Supporting the Patient, Improving Outcomes

Prof. Nathaniel Simon Treister

DMD, DMSc, Clinical Director of Oral Medicine and Oral Oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI), Oral Medicine Specialist at Brigham and Women's Hospital | USA

Dr. Treister is an oral medicine specialist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) and Clinical Director of Oral Medicine and Oral Oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) in Boston, Massachusetts, and Associate Professor of Oral Medicine at Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He is board certified in Oral Medicine and practices at BWH, DFCI, Boston Children’s Hospital, and Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, with special interest in oral mucosal diseases, salivary gland diseases, orofacial pain disorders, and oral complications in cancer patients. Lecture Title 1: Interactive Case-Based Learning: Oral Medicine Clinical Challenges Lecture Title 2: Interactive Case-Based Learning: Insights into Oral Oncology

Dr. Sumit Gupta

BDS, MDS (ORTHODONTICS), DABOP, Founder & Medical Director | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Sumit Gupta, BDS, MDS, DABOP, is an experienced Orthodontist and specialist in TMJ Disorders, Orofacial Pain, and Dental Sleep Medicine, with over 28 years of clinical experience. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain and a Fellow of several leading international dental organizations. Dr. Gupta practices at a private dental clinic in the UAE and has held prominent leadership and academic positions in the field of Orofacial Pain. He is also an international speaker and educator, conducting professional courses in India and abroad. In 2023, he was honored as “Orthodontist of the Year” at the World Dental Conference in Bangkok. Lecture 1 Title: Orofacial Pain: The Emerging Specialty Bridging Medicine and Dentistry Lecture 2 Title: When the Tooth Is Innocent: Unmasking Neuropathic and Neurovascular Orofacial Pain

Dr. Gary D. Klasser

DMD, Professor, School of Dentistry | USA

Dr. Gary D. Klasser obtained his DMD in Canada in 1980. In 2004, he graduated from the University of Kentucky Orofacial Pain program. In 2005, he completed an Oral Medicine/Oral Oncology fellowship at the University of Illinois at Chicago followed by being an Assistant Professor and Director of their Oral Medicine/Orofacial Pain clinic. Currently, he is a Professor at Louisiana State University, School of Dentistry and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain. Dr. Klasser is well-published with scientific articles, book chapters, textbooks and was a Past-President of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain. Lecture 1 Title: Beyond TMD: Recognizing the Many Faces of Orofacial Pain Lecture 2 Title: Evidence-Based Management Principles of Orofacial Pain: From Guidelines to Clinical Practice

Dr. Sumit Gupta

BDS, MDS (ORTHODONTICS), DABOP, Founder & Medical Director | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Sumit Gupta, BDS, MDS, DABOP, is an experienced Orthodontist and specialist in TMJ Disorders, Orofacial Pain, and Dental Sleep Medicine, with over 28 years of clinical experience. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain and a Fellow of several leading international dental organizations. Dr. Gupta practices at a private dental clinic in the UAE and has held prominent leadership and academic positions in the field of Orofacial Pain. He is also an international speaker and educator, conducting professional courses in India and abroad. In 2023, he was honored as “Orthodontist of the Year” at the World Dental Conference in Bangkok. Lecture 1 Title: Orofacial Pain: The Emerging Specialty Bridging Medicine and Dentistry Lecture 2 Title: When the Tooth Is Innocent: Unmasking Neuropathic and Neurovascular Orofacial Pain

Prof. Ahmed Hashem

PhD, MSc, Director of Research, Professor of Endodontics | USA

Prof. Hashem is a distinguished Professor of Endodontics with extensive academic, clinical, and research experience. He graduated from Cairo University in 1990, obtained his Master’s degree in 1997, and earned his Ph.D. in Endodontics from Ain Shams University in 2001. He has held several senior academic and professional positions, including Head of the Endodontic Departments at Future University and Ain Shams University. He has played a key role in establishing the Egyptian Association of Endodontists and the Arab Micro-Dentistry Association, and served as Africa Regent Director of the International Federation of Endodontic Associations (IFEA). Prof. Hashem is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists (FICD), a certified FDI speaker, and an internationally recognized educator in Micro-Endodontics. He has lectured extensively worldwide, conducted postgraduate training in Egypt and the USA, and served as a reviewer for several prestigious international journals. He currently serves as Director of Research at Cleveland Dental Institute, Ohio, USA. Lecture Title: Endodontic Perforations: Small Defects, Big Decisions

Dr. Gopi Krishna

BDS, MDS, PhD, FDS RCS Ed, Endodontic Clinician and Academician, President of International Federation of Endodontic Associations (IFEA) | India

Dr. V. Gopi Krishna, BDS, MDS, PhD, FDS RCS Ed ad hom is an endodontic clinician and academician of international repute. He is the Editor of three reputed textbooks (eleven editions): Grossman’s Endodontic Practice – 12th, 13th, 14th & 15th Editions, Sturdevant’s Art and Science of Operative Dentistry – 1st 2nd & 3rd South Asia Editions, Preclinical Manual of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics – 1st 2nd 3rd & 4th editions that are read by more than 30,000 students annually across Asia. Dr Gopi Krishna is the clinical mentor for the Endo Finishing School programs that are held by Root Canal Foundation at Chennai, India. He has mentored more than 3000+ dentists across Asia through these microscope enhanced training modules. He is the President (2026-2028) for International Federation of Endodontic Associations (IFEA) as well as Secretary General for the Indian Endodontic Society. He is also the Associate Editor of European Endodontic Journal. Dr Gopi Krishna has presented 450 + invited podium lectures globally. Lecture Title: Retreatodontics: Predictable Pathways to Success

Prof. Walid Nehme

DDS, MSc, PhD, Faculty and Clinic Director, Department of Endodontics | USA

Dr. Walid Nehme is a full time Faculty and Clinic Director in the Department of Endodontics at the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific, San Francisco. He holds DDS, MSc, and PhD degrees. Dr. Nehme brings more than twenty-five years of clinical and academic experience in endodontics in Beirut and Abu Dhabi, including tenure as Head of the Department of Endodontics at Saint Joseph University of Beirut. His academic leadership spans three decades across Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States. He regularly delivers continuing education courses across the Middle East and Africa, Europe, the United States, and Latin America. He is the author of more than forty published papers and holds multiple international patents covering innovations in smart handpiece technology, instrument fatigue monitoring, and canal navigation. He maintains long-standing collaborative relationships with leading dental manufacturers, contributing to the development of several commercially released endodontic instruments and motors. He is an independent endodontic consulting firm. Dr. Nehme currently serves as President of the Asian Pacific Endodontic Confederation, is a past President of the Lebanese Society of Endodontology, and a co-founder and past President of the Arab Endodontic Society. Lecture Title: Retrieve, Bypass or Walk Away: The Broken File Dilemma