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According to FDI World Dental Federation, oral diseases affect at least 3.58 billion people worldwide

Dubai – United Arab Emirates, 6 February, 2019: The UAE International Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition – AEEDC Dubai continued on its second day at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center (DICEC), and witnessed the launch of the 16th Global Scientific Dental Alliance Meeting (GSDA), with the participation of 157-member representatives coming from all corners of the globe. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Abdul Salam Al Madani, Executive Chairman of GSDA and AEEDC Dubai and, Dr. Nasser Al Malik, Chairman, Scientific Committee of AEEDC Dubai, Dr. Mohammad Abedin, Scientific Vice-Chairman of AEEDC Dubai, Eng. Anas Al Madani, Vice Chairman and Group CEO of INDEX Holding, and a number of leading dignitaries, heads of dental associations, world renowned dentists and deans of dental colleges and universities from the UAE and abroad.

On this occasion, Dr. Abdul Salam Al Madani, Executive Chairman, GSDA and AEEDC Dubai said, “As part of our efforts to promote dental health education and oral related programs in the region, I am indeed very proud to witness the start of the 16th Global Scientific Dental Alliance (GSDA) Meeting which is one of the most important annual gatherings for the world’s leading dental associations, societies, organizations, leading decision makers and members of the global dental fraternity. With so many advances taking place in the world of dentistry, we believe an alliance such as GSDA is crucial to address the challenges facing dentists which also gives us a platform to seek recommendations and learn from the vast experiences of various detail world dental bodies and associations.”

He added, “This year, GSDA aims to further promote the role of oral health education by facilitating a dialogue between top dental associations while also giving them an opportunity to keep themselves abreast with the latest in the field of dentistry. As the field of oral and dental medicine is rapidly changing every year, I believe GSDA serves a unique role in understanding the most important issues facing dentists, make appropriate recommendations and focus on building a viable roadmap for the future of dentistry in the region.”

From his side, Dr. Robert Edwab, Executive Director of the Greater New York Dental Meeting, said: “We have grown with your participation & ideas for one goal, which is to improve the care we give to our patients. We are here as ambassador of AEEDC Dubai 2020 and we look forward to growing this meeting and event & improve these ideas and knowledge.”

This year, AEEDC Dubai featured a key signing ceremony ‘Cooperation Agreement’ between AEEDC Dubai and FDI World Dental Federation in the presence of Dr. Abdul Salam Al Madani, Executive Chairman, GSDA and AEEDC Dubai and Dr. Kathryn Kell, President of FDI World Dental Federation. The cooperation agreement aims to further enhance strategic partnerships between AEEDC Dubai and FDI World Dental Federation, raise awareness about the latest advances in dentistry, improve the standards of dental education as well as support oral health promotion activities in the UAE and the wider world.

Commenting on the cooperation agreement between AEEDC Dubai and FDI World Dental Federation, Dr. Kathryn Kell, President, FDI World Dental Federation, said, “This cooperation agreement gives AEEDC Dubai and FDI World Dental Federation a mutually beneficial opportunity to continue the successful cooperation between our entities and advance our shared goals of prioritizing continuing medical education. As part of our goals, FDI World Dental Federation aims to deliver on ‘knowledge transfer’ as its key strategic goal while also fostering best practices in oral health science and education and we believe platforms such as AEEDC Dubai are essential to highlight the latest advances and technologies in the oral health field, raise the profile of oral health, develop appropriate solutions to solve the global burden of oral disease and bolster the science and practice of dentistry. I am highly confident that AEEDC Dubai’s commitment to innovation and scientific research on a regional level, helps to further FDI’s mission to raise the standards of oral health in the Middle East and beyond.”

While giving a few figures related to the impact of oral diseases on public health Dr. Kell added, “We live in a world where the burden of oral disease remains significant and widespread. Most people will be affected by preventable oral diseases, including dental caries and gingivitis, in their lifetime. We know for a fact that, oral diseases affect at least 3.58 billion people worldwide, with caries of the permanent teeth being the most prevalent of all conditions assessed. Globally, it is estimated that 2.4 billion people suffer from caries of permanent teeth and 486 million children suffer from caries of primary teeth. The global burden of oral disease constitutes a major public health challenge and in order to overcome such a challenging paradigm shift, a unified effort from all stakeholders, including regional entities like AEEDC Dubai is paramount.”

In addition, AEEDC Dubai Conference and Exhibition also featured a Signing Ceremony ‘Memorandum of Understanding’ between AEEDC Dubai and Saudi Orthodontics Society in the presence of Eng. Anas Al Madani, Vice Chairman and Group CEO of INDEX Holding and Prof. Ali Habiballah Hassan, President of Saudi Orthodontic Society. This MOU is part of the efforts of the two parties to participate in various plans that aim at developing the field of orthodontics and contribute to raise awareness among members of the community of the importance of dental care in general and orthodontics in particular.

On the sidelines, the meeting witnessed the announcement of the launch of the 1^st edition of AEEDC Cairo Conference and Exhibition which is set to be held from 12 – 14 December 2019 at Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski Cairo.

AEEDC Student Competition 2019 Concludes

The AEEDC Student competition 2019 concluded on the second day of AEEDC Dubai, which enabled students of different universities and colleges to share their knowledge in various fields of dentistry and compete to win the coveted “AEEDC Knowledge Champion 2019”. Many students participated this year from University of Sharjah, RAK College of Dental Sciences, Qassim University, Imam Abdulrahman AlFaisal University, College of Dentistry, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, King Khalid University, Princess Nourah Bint Abdul Rahman University and Ain Shams University, Faculty of Dentistry, AlFarabi Colleges in Riyadh, King Abdul Aziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Saratov State Medical University, Ibn Sina National College for Medical Sciences, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Universite Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth, The British University in Egypt and the Lebanese University Faculty of Dentistry and Jazan University.

Key Dental Technologies on display at AEEDC Dubai Exhibition 2019:

As the future of dentistry is digital, AEEDC Dubai 2019 is showcasing cutting-edge digital solutions for treatment planning, impression scanning and digital manufacturing which are fundamentally changing the dental practices around the world. This year, the leading technology brands in dentistry are featuring the launch of newly advanced 3D Printers, the latest dental scanners and milling machines which are not only improving efficiency, saving time and ensuring cost savings but also offering better functionality and clinical acceptance, with fewer errors and adjustments.

Moreover, the exhibition is showcasing next-generation pediatric dental crowns which are durable and equipped with superior quality esthetic stainless steel, making it more resistant to corrosion and fracture resistant. Additionally, the event is featuring the launch of the world’s first scanner ready dental laser equipped with QSP technology for ultimate precision and performance, which are ideal for soft-tissue treatments offering pain-free laser-tissue interaction.

This year, AEEDC Dubai exhibition witnessed a huge participation from countries like Germany, Italy, South Korea and China, who represent the biggest country pavilions exhibiting this year.

 ‘AEEDC Dubai Stars 2019’ continues:

AEEDC Dubai Stars 2019 continued on the second day with its series of competitions lined up to involve many celebrity dentists, influencers, experts and industry professionals in a fun-filled atmosphere designed to engage them in various entertaining and engaging activities.

Today, AEEDC Dubai Stars 2019 also featured a panel discussion among experts who shared their experiences on ‘Life and dentistry’ while also involving key sessions on AEEDC Dubai Ambassadors, Smile Masters, Motivation Session, Success Stories and Lifestyle Tips and Tricks among other entertainment activities.

Additionally, Meet the Master Competition during AEEDC Dubai Stars 2019 presented winners with a chance to get a fully covered unforgettable training experience in Dubai and Italy with Dr. Majd Naji, Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and Chairman of Liberty Medical Group. This includes 3 days training in Liberty Dental Clinic – UAE, Advanced NNN Veneers Training – UAE, 2 days visit to Cefla factory – Italy and an appearance in the Smile Masters Show – Italy and the UAE.

AEEDC Dubai is organized annually by INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions – a member of INDEX Holding. The annual dental event is being held in strategic partnership with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs Dubai and the support of Dubai Health Authority, Global Scientific Dental Alliance, Arab Dental Federation, Executive Board of the Health Ministers Council for Gulf Cooperation Council States, GCC Oral Health Committee, Riyadh Colleges of Dentistry and Pharmacy, Arab Academy for Continuing Dental Education, Indonesian Association of Orthodontists and Saudi Orthodontic Society.

Dubai – United Arab Emirates, 7 February, 2019: The 23^rd edition of UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition – AEEDC Dubai, the largest dental event in the MENASA region and the second largest in the world, successfully concluded today at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center (DICEC). The success of this 3-days global event was witnessed by more than 50,000 satisfied visitors and participants from 155 countries around the world.

Commenting on the conclusion of AEEDC Dubai 2019, Dr. Abdul Salam Al Madani, Executive Chairman of AEEDC Dubai Conference and Exhibition and the Global Scientific Dental Alliance said, “We are indeed delighted to witness the successful completion of yet another edition of AEEDC Dubai conference and exhibition, which has reached many milestones over the past few years and achieved a remarkable participation this year as well from renowned dentists, specialists, and speakers from all over the world.”

Dr. Al Madani added: “On this occasion, I am happy to announce that AEEDC Dubai 2019 surpassed our expectations and completed business deals worth 3.1b dollars and this is largely due to the continuous growth of healthcare infrastructure in the GCC region, massive investments in the regional healthcare sector and quick access to advanced medical technologies. Also, I would like to take this opportunity to thank our esteemed guests, speakers, partners, exhibitors, visitors, and the 1,500 ambassadors of AEEDC Dubai from the region and the world who are supporting AEEDC Dubai to rank first by 2020 as the world’s largest dental conference and exhibition.”

While speaking about his participation and key highlights of the conference program, Dr. Mohamed Sherine Elattar, Professor of Prosthodontics, Alexandria University, Egypt said, “It really feels great to be a part of AEEDC Dubai, which has truly established itself as the ultimate dental event in the region since its inception. AEEDC Dubai featured a number of key discussions on a wide range of topics in dentistry such as Digital Dentistry Forum, Endodontics, Implantology, Pediatric Specialty Forum, GCC Preventive Session, Prosthodontics and Elderly Dental Care among other topics. Considering that the dental industry is undergoing many rapid technological changes, my endeavor was to put the spotlight on the latest in ‘Prosthodontics’.”

He added, “In regards to the latest trends in the Prosthodontics industry, we believe scanning is steadily getting a lot of attention with the advent and growing usage of 3D technology for dental treatments. In addition, while Hollywood Smile Fashion is in vogue and more and more patients want to wear that perfect smile on their faces, as specialists it is mandatory to have an advance knowledge on this topic, before attempting to offer patients any such treatment modality. As technology is moving so fast and in many cases surpassing the dentist’s knowledge, it is important for dentists to raise their knowledge and keep up-to-date with the latest technologies.”

According to Gianpaolo Bruno, Trade Commissioner to the UAE, Oman and Pakistan, ITA: “Continuous research ensures the safety and quality of ‘Made in Italy’ brands, which is well known and appreciated in the global dental industry. At the Italian pavilion, many companies specialized in the design and manufacturing of technologically innovative materials for the most sensitive dental procedures showcased their dental technologies and services. Our participation in AEEDC Dubai comes at a time when in the first 10 months of 2018, Italian exports to the UAE showed a growth of almost 5% compared to 2017.  With events like AEEDC, we can continue to sustain this impressive growth by bringing together Italian manufacturers and the regional dental industry to explore business opportunities.”

Meanwhile, AEEDC Dubai hosted the GCC Preventive Dentistry Session, that aims to encourage dental care among residents and populations in the GCC region while also raising awareness about the need to maintain a good dental hygiene, particularly among children. Experts highlighted that a strict oral hygiene routine and dental care regimen such as brushing twice a day and flossing teeth regularly will not only help in avoiding cavities, gum disease and enamel wear but also support prevention of tooth decay.

On the third day, AEEDC Dubai 2019 featured a key signing ceremony ‘Memorandum of Understanding & Barter Deal Agreement’ between INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions and Korean Dental Industry Association, in the presence of Eng. Anas Al Madani, Vice Chairman and Group CEO of INDEX Holding and Mr. Hoon Taek Lim, Chairman of Korean Dental Industry Association.

Technologies at AEEDC Dubai Exhibition 2019

Seamless integration of new technologies into modern dentistry practice is increasingly becoming a norm and an everyday fact of life in the dental industry. With so many advancements taking place in dentistry, AEEDC Dubai Exhibition this year featured breakthrough technologies that are revolutionizing the dental markets in the UAE and around the world.

New clinical products in dentistry are making the life of a patient less complicated and more productive. Soft Tissue trimmers are used to excise and contour soft gingival tissue which result in minimal bleeding unlike radiosurgery or electrosurgery, which poses a risk of over-heating the surgical site while also compromising the bone. As many general dental practitioners and experienced surgeons are seeking faster, simpler and efficient solution for implant dentistry procedures, the exhibition played host to new range of implant and oral surgery motors, which offer a perfect solution for precise and smooth placement of implants.

AEEDC Dubai Night

Meanwhile, in line with the AEEDC Dubai’s goal to raise the bar of excellence in dentistry in the region and inspire the regional and global dental fraternity to reach new milestones, AEEDC Dubai 2019 featured ‘AEEDC Dubai Night’ last evening at Grand Hyatt Hotel in Dubai in order to recognize the unique contributions of the leading dentistry figures in the region. The recognition also reflects the achievements of dental specialists and professionals who laid the groundwork for a robust and stable oral and dental healthcare industry in the region.

The ceremony witnessed the presence of Maj. Gen. Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, Dr. Habib Ghuloom, Culture Advisor at the UAE Ministry of Culture, Youth and Community Development as well as a distinguished UAE theatre artist, producer and a prominent Emirati Actor, Dr. Abdul Salam Al Madani, Executive Chairman of Global Scientific Dental Alliance and AEEDC Dubai, Dr. Dr. Tariq Al Khoury, Honorary Chairman of AEEDC Dubai, Dr. Nasser Al Malik Scientific Chairman AEEDC Dubai, and esteemed members of the Global Scientific Dental Alliance Executive Board Advisory Board, leading dental figures, guests, speakers, and exhibitors.

During the ceremony, AEEDC Dubai announced the AEEDC Dubai Personality of the Year Award presented to Major General Dr. Raafat Riad, Chief of the Egyptian Armed Forces Oral and Dental Health Care Services, for his outstanding contributions in the field of Oral Health.

AEEDC Dubai Stars 2019 Concludes:

 On its third and final day, AEEDC Dubai witnessed the successful conclusion of the ‘AEEDC Dubai Stars 2019’ program which included a series of competitions for celebrity dentists, influencers, experts and industry professionals as well as a number of fun-filled and entertaining activities.

AEEDC Dubai Stars program also featured exclusive discussions on ‘Life and dentistry’ while also involving key sessions on AEEDC Dubai Ambassadors, Smile Masters, Motivation Session, Success Stories and Lifestyle Tips and Tricks among other entertainment activities.

 Furthermore, the ‘Best Root Canal Filling” and “Best Veneers” in AEEDC Dubai Stars 2019 competitions offered dentists, students and professionals a chance to showcase their best skills in veneers and root canal filling. The challenge, involved contestants to finish the tasks in 15 minutes.

Meet the Master with AEEDC Dubai Stars 2019 competition winners got a chance to get a fully covered unforgettable training experience in Dubai and Italy with Dr. Majd Naji, Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and Chairman of Liberty Medical Group. This includes 3 days training in Liberty Dental Clinic – UAE, Advanced NNN Veneers Training – UAE, 2 days visit to Cefla factory – Italy and an appearance in the Smile Masters Show – Italy and the UAE.

AEEDC Dubai is organized annually by INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions – a member of INDEX Holding. The annual dental event is held in strategic partnership with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs Dubai and the support of Dubai Health Authority, Global Scientific Dental Alliance, Arab Dental Federation, Executive Board of the Health Ministers Council for Gulf Cooperation Council States, GCC Oral Health Committee, Riyadh Colleges of Dentistry and Pharmacy, Arab Academy for Continuing Dental Education, Indonesian Association of Orthodontists and Saudi Orthodontic Society.