Dr. Costa Nicolopoulos

BDS, FFD(SA)MFOS
Specialist Maxillo-Facial & Oral Surgery | United Arab Emirates

Private Practice

Dr Costa Nicolopoulos BDS cum laude, FFD(SA)MFOS qualified as a dentist in 1984 receiving his dental degree “cum laude” from Wits University, Johannesburg, South Africa. He received numerous awards including the Gold Medal of the Dental Association of South Africa for the most outstanding graduate. In 1990 he completed his 4-year full time postgraduate Maxillo-Facial & Oral Surgery training at Wits University and was awarded FFD from the College of Medicine of South Africa. Since 1991 he is in full-time specialist Maxillo-Facial & Oral Surgery private practice concentrating on immediate loading of dental implants. To date, he has placed over 40.000 dental implants. In 2011, with Dr Petros Yuvanoglu, he established the SameDay Dental Implants Clinic in Dubai where he is also the co-director of the Branemark Osseointegration Center as well as the ZAGA Zygoma Implant Center. Dr Costa has been an invited speaker at numerous organizations, including the Academy of Osseointegration (AO), American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (AAED). Osseodensification Academy, Association of Dental Implantology (ADI) and American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) as well as Hellenic Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (HAOMS). He is also a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantology (ICOI).

Dr. Petros Yuvanoglu

DMD DMD
Adjunct Faculty Department of Postgraduate Prosthodontics, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine | United Arab Emirates

Private Practice

Dr. Petros Yuvanoglu qualified as a dentist in 1995, receiving his dental degree Summa Cum Laude from Semmelweis University in Budapest, graduating with exceptional high grade, top of his class as valedictorian. In 1998 he completed his 3-year full time post-graduate Specialist Prosthodontist training at Tufts University, Boston, U.S.A. and was awarded his Certificate in the Dental Specialty of Prosthodontics, where currently he holds an appointment as adjunct faculty. Since 1999 he is in full time private practice as a Specialist Prosthodontist focusing on the prosthodontic rehabilitation of teeth and dental implants. He is a renowned key lecturer at several national and international dental congresses. He has been invited as a speaker at numerous prestigious organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (AAED), the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) and the Pikos Institute. In 2011 together with Dr. Costa Nikolopoulos, he established the “SameDay Dental Implants” Clinic in Dubai, U.A.E. which has been awarded the title of Branemark Osseointegration Center Dubai and Zaga-Zygoma Implant Center Dubai.
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Dr. Andrea Toffoli

DDS, PhD
Researcher and the Director of the CAD-CAM Section of the Dental School | Italy

University of Parma

Dr. Andrea Toffoli is currently a Researcher and the Director of the CAD-CAM section of the Dental School at the University of Parma. He obtained his PhD in 2017 discussing a thesis on a thermal treatment used to increase dental implant hydrophilicity and protein adsorption. He further developed his expertise and his research topic, becoming lecturer of dental materials and technology in prosthodontics and subsequently Director of the CAD-CAM Section of the Dental School. He is currently studying digital systems for mandibular movement registration.
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Prof. Edoardo Manfredi

DDS, PhD, MSc
Lecturer, Researcher and Associate Professor, Department of Medicine and Surgery. | Italy

University of Parma

Graduated in Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics, II level Master's Degree in Implantology, PhD in Physiopathology and genetics of metabolic diseases, Type B Temporary Researcher and Adjunct Professor at the University of Parma, Department of Medicine and Surgery. Lecturer in Prosthetics CLMOPD University of Parma. President (2017-2020) and founding member of the Italian Society of Dentistry in Sleep Medicine (SIMSO). Member of the Italian Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. He was a member of the OSAS Emilia Romagna Multidisciplinary Commission for the drafting of the new Regional Guidelines.
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Prof. Marzia Segu

DDS, FADI, PhD
Orthodontist, Assitant Professor, Instructor of the ''Advanced Course in Edgewise Mechanics & Researcher | Italy

University of Parma

Specialist in Orthodontics PhD in Experimental Surgery and Microsurgery Assistant Professor University of Parma (Italy) Instructor of the ''Advanced Course in Edgewise Mechanics "at the Charles H Tweed Foundation Tucson (AZ), USA Regular Member of the Charles H. Tweed International Foundation for Orthodontic Research Referee of the “Cochrane Oral Health Group" Manchester for Temporomandibular Disorders” Full member and Past National Representative for Italy in the Council of the European Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders (EACD) Past President of the Italian Society of Dentistry in Sleep Medicine (SIMSO) and of the Italian Society for Orofacial Pain end TMD (SIDA) Member of the European Continuing Education Program for East Europe for temporomandibular disorders, orofacial pain and dentistry in sleep medicine Italian Board of Orthodontics (IBO) Certificate Active member of the Italian Society of Orthodontics (SIDO)
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Dr. Ahmed Tarek Farouk

BDS, MSc, PhD
Restorative and Cosmetic Specialist | Egypt

Misr International University

Dr. Tarek is a specialist restorative and esthetic dentistry. After receiving his Bachelor’s degree, He continued his postgraduate studies and earned his Master’s degree in the field of conservative and esthetic dentistry from Cairo University. He then pursued his PhD at Cairo University and earned his certification in the same specialty. He currently works as a Staff Member at the Restorative Dentistry Department at Misr International University. His clinical practice is based in Cairo where he resides and is dedicated to adhesive restorative dentistry utilizing all modern technologies and approaches to deliver high quality dental treatments. Dr. Tarek is also an International Speaker in the Field of Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry and a visiting lecturer in many private and public universities both within and outside Egypt. He serves as a Restorative Instructor in many national and international courses, particularly, in the Middle East and Europe. He was a Former Visiting Lecturer at University of Dundee Restorative Master Program in Egypt. In addition, he is Key opinion leader and Scientific Speaker for several international companies. Dr Tarek’s academic interests lie in research, and he works with many groups in different universities all over the globe in the field of restorative and preventive dentistry. He is passionate about developing new restorative techniques that make practicing restorative dentistry easier and more predictable for clinicians, in collaboration with many international companies. One of his recent achievements is the development of the Simplified Stratification Technique, a layering technique for direct composite restorations, that was recently published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Lecture: Simplified Stratification Technique (SST) Master Anterior Restorations in Artistic Way

Prof. Dr. Walid Altayeb

DDS, MSc, PhD
Periodontist | Algeria

Private Practice

Dr. Altayeb received his dental degree from Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University in 1998 • He completed his Master of Science in Periodontics in 2004 and Doctorate ofPhilosophy PH.D in Periodonticsin 2007 • Master of Academy of Laser Dentistry, Florida, USA • President-elect of ALD 2023-2024, Treasurer 2022-2023 • Academy of Laser Dentistry Board of Directors and ALD Speakers Bureau • Guest Professor, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Istanbul Ayden University, Istanbul, Turkey • Lecturer in Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore di Roma, Italy • Guest Professor, UNIVERSIAPOLIS The International University of Agadir, Agadir, Morocco • Dr. Altayeb received The Leon Goldman Award for Clinical Excellence/ 2023 of ALD • He received The John G. Sulewski Distinguished Service Award / 2019 of ALD • A speaker in many international conferences in the fields of Periodontal Medicine, Implantology, and Laser Dentistry. • Continuing education provider, over 1140 CPD hours in last 7 years. • He is running “Pink Aesthetics & Laser Dentistry” courses with the British Academy of Implant and Restorative Dentistry in Middle East and North Africa. • Dr. Altayeb achieved Advanced Proficiency certificates of Academy of Laser Dentistry • The founder and chair of ALD Gulf Laser Chapter • Past Chair of ALD International Relations Committee • The founder of Laser section in the British Academy of Implant and Restorative Dentistry and the founder of the Professional Diploma in Advanced Laser Dentistry of BAIRD • General Secretary of iLED 2018 and iLED 2019 conferences • Dr. Altayeb is working in private as periodontist and Implantologist
Lecture: Esthetic Crown Lengthening: Where High Tech Meets High Touch for an Optimal Smile?

Dr. Robert J. Miller

DDS, FACD, DABOI, FAO
Oral Implantologist | USA

Private Practice

Dr. Miller received his B.A. from New York University and M.A. from Hofstra University, both in biology. He graduated with honors from New York University College of Dentistry where he received the International College of Dentists Award for clinical excellence and then completed his residency at Flushing Hospital and Medical Center in New York City. Dr. Miller is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology, Honored Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Diplomate International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and Diplomate Academy of Osseointegration, Dr. Miller is Chairman of the Department of Oral Implantology at the Atlantic Coast Dental Research Clinic in Palm Beach, Florida, Director of The Center for Advanced Aesthetic and Implant Dentistry in Delray Beach, Florida, and been a pioneer in the use of CBCT imaging, surgical navigation, surgical microscopes, and lasers for over two decades.
Lecture: A New Classification for Peri-Implantitis and Current Laser Treatment Modalities

Prof. Dr. Giovanni Olivi

DDS, MSc, PhD
Professor and Scientific Coordinator of the”Laser Dentistry" Endodontist, Restorative and Esthetic Dentist. | Italy

International Academy of Innovative Dentistry

Giovanni Olivi is native of Rome, Italy, where he graduated cum laude in Medicine and Surgery (MD) and in Dentistry (DDS). In 2002 Giovanni achieved the postgraduated diploma in”laser dentistry” at the University of Florence; He achieved the laser certification from ISLD (2004), the Advanced Proficiency and the Master status from the Academy of Laser Dentistry (2006-2009). He is the current president of International Academy of Innovative Dentistry. Giovanni Olivi is the 2007 recipient of the “Leon Goldman Award” for clinical excellence from Academy of Laser Dentistry. He is the Active member and scientific coordinator of the Italian Academy of MicroDentistry (AIOM), Active member of Italian Society of Endodontics (SIE), and of European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (EAPD). He lectures on laser dentistry topics, worldwide. Giovanni Olivi is professor and scientific Coordinator of the”Laser Dentistry” proficiency and master courses at Catholic University of Rome and is also cooperating with several Universities worldwide for laser education. Dr Olivi is author of over 60 peer-reviewed articles and several chapters textbooks on dentistry topics, and the author of the books “Laser in Dental Traumatology” (Ed.Martina, in italian; 2010); of “Pediatric Laser Dentistry: a user’s guide” (Quintessence Pub., in english; 2011); of the books “Laser in Restorative Dentistry: a practical guide” (Springer, in english; 2015); “Laser in Endodontics: scientific background and clinical applications” (Springer, in english; 2016) and its italian edition ”Laser in Endodonzia: ricerca e clinica” (Tueor Servizi; 2017). Giovanni Olivi maintains his private practice in Endodontics, Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry in Roma, Italy.
Lecture: Tongue Tie & Lip Tie Laser Release

Dr. Grace Sun

DDS, FAACD, MALD, MAGD, MICOI
Cosmetic Dentist, Specialised in Cosmetic Dentistry & Photobiomodulation | USA

Private Practice

Dr. Grace Sun has been practicing advanced laser and cosmetic dentistry in her Los Angeles practice since 1983. A renowned educational advocate and published author, Dr. Sun holds several prestigious statuses including Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), Master and Educator of the Academy of Laser Dentistry (MALD), Master with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (MICOI) and Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (FAACD). As the first female Accredited Fellow in AACD history, she served 7 years with AACD’s Professional Education Committee. Dr. Grace Sun has been a sitting member of ALD’s Board of Directors since 2001, where she received the Leon Goldman Award for Clinical Excellence in 2020, and is in line to become ALD's President in 2025. Dr. Sun was made Honorary President of the Asian Pacific Laser Institute (APLI) in 2022.
Lecture: Orofacial Pain Management with Photomedicine