Conference Program – 2023

Waseem Radwan

BDS, MAS, PhD
Assistant Professor, Chairman and Program Director of Restorative Dentistry | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Waseem Radwan earned his BDS from Riyadh Colleges of Dentistry and Pharmacy – Saudi Arabia. He received his clinical training in different departments at several major hospitals. He earned his Master of Advanced Studies degree in (Restorative) at the University of Geneva - Switzerland and completed his Doctoral degree at the same University. He maintains various teaching/research projects and conducted several international and national workshops focusing on the field of esthetic and digital dentistry. He also acquired great experience through managing many complex esthetic cases. Dr.Waseem Radwan is currently holding the position of Chairman and Program Director of Restorative Dentistry – Riyadh Elm University – Saudi Arabia.
Lecture: ‘Less is More’ Approach in Multidisciplinary Dentistry

Ahmad Alsahli

DDS, MA
Assistant Professor | Kuwait

Dr. Alsahli obtained his DDS from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2007 and AEGD from Columbia University in 2012 and his Master of Arts in Oral Sciences from Columbia University in 2014.He is a diplomat of the American Board of General Dentistry and a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Alsahli is currently an assistant professor at Kuwait University, and part-time associate dentist in a private clinic
Lecture: Posterior Ceramic Restorations: a Biomimetic Approach

Eduardo Anitua

MD, DDS, PhD
Medicine and Surgery, Prosthodontics and Oral Implantology Specialist, Medical Director | Spain

Dr. Eduardo Anitua is a specialist in Stomatology at the University of the Basque Country. He has a degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Salamanca and Doctor in Medicine and Surgery at the University of Valencia. As the founder and Scientific Director of BTI Biotechnology Institute, he combines scientific research with work at a private clinic, as well as directing the University Institute for Regenerative Medicine and Oral Implantology at the University of the Basque Country and presiding over the foundation which bears his name. Dr. Eduardo Anitua is globally renowned for being a pioneer in the development of bio implantology and tissue regeneration techniques, as well as for being the lead behind Plasma Rich in Growth Factors technology (Endoret®) and its application in different areas of medicine. He has 51 international patents; he has authored over 280 scientific articles published in indexed journals. He was Awarded the National Innovation Prize in 2021 in the Innovative Trajectory category. He has given over 600 courses and lectures on oral implantology and regenerative medicine at national and international conferences around the world. He has been an invited professor at more than 50 universities, on an international and national level.
Lecture: Treatment of the Atrophic Maxilla with Minimally Invasive Techniques

Jean-Marc Dersot

DDS, MSc, PhD
Periodontologist & Implantologist | France

PastPresident of the French Society of Periodontology and Oral Implantology (SFPIO)Past representative of France at the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP)Past Assistant-Professor -Dental University -Paris 5Lecturer at the Dental University -Paris 5Internationalmember of theAmericanAcademy of Periodontology (AAP)Judicial Expert at the Appeal Court of ParisAssociated member of the National Academy of Dental Surgery (ANCD)Practice limited to Periodontology, Oral and Implant Surgery
Lecture: Maxillary Lateral Incisor Agenesis (MLIA) and Implant: Is it Really the Best Solution?

Jennifer de St. Georges

Dental Practice Management Consultant | USA

Jenny is known for delivering her content-driven, solution-based dental practice management programmes with her no-nonsense approach and distinctive sense of humour. She bases her management philosophy on educating dentists about the benefits of being proactive in their management style with both patients and the team. Jenny addresses today’s management issues with proven outcomes and ensures audiences leave with techniques to both solve current issues and prevent a re-occurrence. Quality communication skills between the dentist, patients, and staff are the foundation of her management philosophy. Jenny loves a direct rapport with audiences and encourages Q & A’s. Mrs. de St. Georges was the first non-dentist appointed to the USA journal Dentistry Today Contributing Editors Board. She has presented at eight FDI meetings. Her 3 part article was the first time the FDI included dental practice management in their prestigious journal. Jenny has spoken at virtually every dental conference in North America and the UK, and has presented her programmes in over twenty-two countries (pre-Zoom). Jenny truly understands the management needs of the global dentist. She has been based in the San Francisco Bay area for many years since moving from London.
Lecture 1: A Dentist is Judged by Everything but the Quality of Their Care... The Blueprint for Success to Build a Referral Practice Lecture 2: 6 Point Plan to Build a Supportive Team... Reduce Practice Stress and Increase Morale

Iyad Hussein

DDS, MDentSci (PaedDent), Stat.Exam (GDC), MFDSRCPS (Glasg)
Associate Professor, Pediatric Dentistry | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Iyad, who is also a Consultant Pediatric Dentist and Dubai Dental Hospital, has been a United Kingdom (UK) “Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry” since 2001. He joined Hamdan Bin Mohammed College of Dental Medicine (HBMCDM), MBRU in July 2014, and has been working since as part of the college’s pediatric dentistry team to provide clinical and academic specialist postgraduate training to postgraduate residents. He has 30+ years of experience in various aspects of dentistry and has Membership of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (MFDSRCPSGlasg). Prior to joining MBRU, he worked for 24 years in various clinical and academic posts across the UK (England and Scotland) . His last post involved working for 16 years at Dundee Dental School and Hospital (in Scotland) providing teaching , clinical training and examining in pediatric dentistry, restorative dentistry and oral surgery and medicine. He gained his specialty training at Leeds Dental Institute (in England) in 1995 and completed his Master of Dental Science there. He has Full Registration with the UK”s General Dental Council (GDC). Iyad received his undergraduate training at the University of Damascus (Syria) in 1990 qualifying with a Doctor of Dental Science (DDS). He has an interest in dental caries, anxiety, periodontology, oral medicine and oral surgery in pediatric dentistry. He has 40 + publications in international dental journals.
Lecture: “Yes! One Dentist can Make a Difference. Let that Dentist be You”. Emergency Management of Dental Trauma in A Child.

Mukul S. Jain

MDS, BDS
Paediatric and Preventive Dentist | India

Dr. Mukul.S. Jain is a paediatric and preventive dentist from India. He has completed his BDS in 2010 from Vasantdada patil dental college, Sangli and Masters degree from Pacific University in the year 2014. He runs a exclusive paediatric dental practice in Mumbai and attached to various hospitals across Mumbai as a consultant.He is inventor and owner of world’s first paediatric smart zirconia crowns Kids-e-Crowns. Part of the team to manufacture 38% Silver diamine fluoride first time in South Asia. Author of chapter “ Zirconia crowns in Paediatric dentistry” in Textbook of pediatric dentistry, by Dr Nikhil Marwh, 4th Edition. Conducted CDE programmes on various paediatric dentistry topics in 8 countries in the world and 20 cities of India. He is a dental volunteer for international organization for cleft lip and palate patients “Mission Smile”.
Lecture: Preformed Flexible Esthetic Crowns- Smarter Way of Doing Pediatric Crowns

Marino Sutedjo

BDS, Postgraduate's Specialist in Endodontic
Lecturer in Endodontics | Indonesia

Dr. Marino Sutedjo graduated with a BDS in 2003 from the Trisakti University (Jakarta- Indonesia). On that year he was accepted into the University of Airlangga (Surabaya-Indonesia) for the Postgraduate program in Conservative dentistry and Endodontics where he completed his specialist program in 2007.He is currently a Key Opinion Leader in Endodontic for Dentsply and VDW in Indonesia, and also a national and international speaker in endodontic. From 2003 until now, he is active in lecturing and conducting workshop in endodontic in many cities throughout Indonesia as well as in Asia. He also moderated some of international Endo forum in Asia. In 2016 he participated in International Endodontic Masters, which conducting world biggest online endodontic congress.
Lecture: Access for Success: Conservative or Ninja?

Massimo Giovarruscio

DDS, MDS, Dip Dent Rome
Endodontist, Specialist Clinical Teacher | United Kingdom

Prof. Massimo Giovarruscio is a highly skilled professional, with extensive experience in Endodontics, Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry. With over 20 years’ experience in dentistry, he has developed his reputation within the profession as an excellent endodontist, clinician and educator. He is accredited Specialist in Endodontics, and he was a Clinical Teacher in Endodontics at King’s College London Dental Institute to both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students for more the 15 years. He works in Rome, Bristol and London, specialising in Endodontic Treatment and Restoration of Endodontically Treated Teeth and is regarded as a World Opinion Leader in Endodontics and restorative procedures related to the endodontically treated tooth. He lectures world-wide and has published many articles in international journals, and wrote several endodontic chapter and manuals recognized and used by the University.
Lecture: The Ultimate Guide for Building Up the Endodontically Treated Teeth

Fabio Gorni

DDS
Head of the Micro Endodontic Surgery Course- Dental School -University Vita Salute San Raffaele - Milan | Italy

Recognized as one of the leading experts in clinical and surgical endodontics in the world, he has been dealing with endodontic microscopy and implantology for more than 30 years, thanks to this multidisciplinary vision he is a leader in the recovery of severely compromised tooth and in the decision-making process that leads to the choice between recovering natural teeth or replacing them with implants. Graduated in Dentistry and Dental Prosthesis at the University of Milan in 1984.Professor A.C. Holder of teaching in Micro Surgical Endodontics in the Degree Course of Dentistry and Dental Prosthesis (Vita Salute San Raffaele University Milan). Former A.C. Professor in Endodontics at the University of Milan, H. San Paolo. He is an active member of the Italian Society of Endodontics (SIE), of the Italian Academy of Microscopic Dentistry, Specialist Member of the European Society of Endodontology and member of the American Association of Endodontists. Within the SIE he held the following positions: from 1994 to 1998 he was a member of the membership acceptance commission, from 1998 to 2001 Cultural Secretary and, for the two-year period 2003-2005, President. He is currently Past President of SIE. Speaker in Italy and abroad in numerous courses and congresses, he has published several publications in national and international journals, as well as being co-author of specialized textbooks and having produced scientific videos. In collaboration with Dr. Clifford J. Ruddle he has published, in fact, a video-series entitled The Endodontic Game", distributed in Europe, USA, Canada, Australia and Asia. He is the author of the multimedia work "The endodontic recovery of severely compromised teeth" of the MedTutor series, published by UTET in 2008. He has contributed as an author for 5 endodontic treatises and in the year 2020 he worked as an author on the new book translated into multiple languages "Retreatments". He is one of the world's leading experts in severely compromised tooth recovery and surgical microendodontics. He is also an innovator in the field of micro-dentistry. He carries out his private professional practice in Milan, where the clinical fields he mainly covers are clinical and surgical endodontics, with particular interest in aspects of endodontic microscopy, as well as all applications of micro-dentistry and minimally invasive dentistry.
Lecture: Road to Excellence in Endodontics

Mohamad Za'frany

DDS
Micro Endodontic Specialist and Lecturer, Head of Endodontic Department in private Dental Center | Egypt

Dr. Mohamad Za'frany is Micro Endodontic specialist. Co - Author of the book Retreatments. Gold member of Styleitaliano Endodontics. Head of Endodontic Department - Private Dental Centre Egypt. Lecturer in International Endodontic Diploma - Jaume university I - Spain. Endodontic lecturer in many national and international dental congresses
Lecture: The Ultimate Guide for Separated Files Bypass and Retrieval

Filippo Cardinali

DDS
Lecturer in many National and International Congresses and Courses | Italy

Dott. Filippo Cardinali, graduate summa cum laude in Dentistry and Dental Prosthesis at the University of An-cona in 1992. Active Member of the Italian Society of Endodontics. Certified Member of the European Society of Endodontology. Associate Member American Association of Endodontists. Gold Member of Styleitaliano Endodontics. In the Italian Society of Endodontics held the positions of Coordinator of the Cultural Committee (2012-2015), Assistant Editor of the Italian Journal of Endodontics (2014-2015) Treasurer (2016-2018); Secretary (2019); currently is the Vice-President of the So-ciety (2020-2021). Co-author of the book “Testo Atlante di Anatomia Endodontica" published by Tecniche Nuove in 2011. Co-author of the book “Isolamento del campo operatorio" published by ANDI Servizi in 2013. Co-author of the book "Manuale di Endodonzia" published by Elsevier Masson Italy in 2013. Co-author of the iBook “The Isolation Game” published in Apple iBook Stores Co-author of the book “Ritrattamenti: soluzioni per le patologie apicali di origine endodontica" published by EDRA in 2018 available even in English and Span-ish language. Lecturer in theoretical and practical courses on subjects related to the isolation of the op-erative field and endodontics, has participated as a speaker at courses and conferences in Italy and abroad. Private practice, concentrating mainly in Endodontics and Restorative Dentistry and author of publications on journals of national and international sector.
Lecture: Clinical Use and Outcomes of Pre-mixed Bioceramic Sealers in Endodontics

Konstantinos Kalogeropoulos

DDS, MSc
Endodontist | Greece

Dr. Konstantinos Kalogeropoulos graduated from Athens Dental School in 2005. He did his 3 years post graduate studies in the same University and received a Master of Science in Endodontics. He maintains a private practice limited to Endodontics in Athens, Greece since 2008. He has been affiliated with the undergraduate and postgraduate Endodontics department and the Continuous Education program and he lectures both nationally and internationally. His articles are clinically oriented, and his clinical cases have been published in endodontic journals and textbooks around the world.
Lecture: CBCT Aided Case Selection in Periapical Surgery. Does it Improve our Success Rates?

Nael Akram Odeh Eid

BDS, MSc, FACP, FRCD(c), CAGS
Consultant Prosthodontist and Implantologist, Adjunct Professor | United Arab Emirates

Dr Nael Eid, He is a Diplomate of American& Canadian Board of Prosthodontics and Fellow of American College of Prosthodontics and Fellow of ITI. Currently He is Adjunct Clinical Professor at University of Sharjah, UAE, College of Dentistry and Consultatnt Prosthodontic and Implantologist at Dubai Police Health Center. He is Former clinical Assistant Professor at Goldman School of Dental Medicine (Boston University).
Lecture: Let's Simplify Occlusion in Prosthodontics-How Our Concepts have Evolved

Ahmed Abdel Halim Mahmoud El Sayed

BDS, DMS, DDS, DHM, MSc, PhD, FDSRCS
Consultant in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry | Egypt

AHMED EL-SAYED is an international speaker and Egyptian educator. He is a consultant dentist with more than 27 years of experience in Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry. He obtained six postgraduate degrees in Conservative and Cosmetic Dentistry including Master degree, PhD and Fellowship from the Royal college of dental surgeons, UK, in addition to three higher diplomas in Implantology, Laser in dentistry and Healthcare and Hospital management. Dr Ahmed is a member in five international scientific societies in addition to the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He Published scientific papers and made presentations in Egyptian Universities, Dental schools and the American University in Egypt. He is the founder of Ultra Dental club, an advanced center for continuous education and the owner of a State of Art Dental Center in Egypt named Ultra Dental Care and Esthetics.
Lecture: Speaking Different Language for Color and Form Reproduction in Direct Esthetic Restorations

Wolfgang Krispler

Dental Technology
Manager Laboratory Prosthetics Global Education | Liechtenstein

Wolfgang Krispler completed his apprenticeship as a dental techncian in 2001. He attended a number of education and training programs and worked in nearly all areas of the dental field. In 2010 Wolfgang Krispler passed his examination as a master dental technician at the Academy of Dental Technicians in Baden near Vienna Austria. As an all-around technician, he has continuously intensified his knowledge of dental technology in various master laboratories. In 2020, Wolfgang Krispler joined Ivoclar Vivadent in the position of Manager Laboratory Global Education at the Academy in Schaan, Liechtenstein, He is primarily specialized in fixed prosthetics.
Lecture: Zirconia - Today

Michael Dieter

DDS
Private Dentist (Switzerland), Head of Direct Restoratives & Prevention Global Education | Switzerland

Dr. Michael Dieter is a dentist from Germany. After his dental certification at the University of Tübingen, he was engaged in research work at the operative department of the same university and subsequently spent 4 years in private dental practice in Germany. Dr. Dieter currently practices esthetic dentistry in a private dental clinic in Switzerland with a major focus on minimally invasive and adhesive dentistry, namely on aesthetic direct anterior and posterior composite restorations as well as on smile design with all-ceramic reconstructions. More than 23 years ago he integrated the CAD/CAM chairside application into his clinical workflow and today he is making use of the latest digital technologies. As Head of Direct Restoratives & Prevention Global Education (Ivoclar Viva-dent, Principality of Liechtenstein) he is also directly involved in various development projects for new clinical products, putting him at the forefront of the latest technological developments in modern dentistry. Dr. Dieter is intensively lecturing worldwide on topics related to the latest science in clinical techniques and dental materials. For the past 21 years he has been actively involved in the practical training of dentists through workshops and hands-on courses, both in the International Center for Dental Education (ICDE) in Liechtenstein and in various dental education centers and universities throughout the world. In February 2017 he received the "Best Speaker Award" at the 21st UAE Int. Dental Conference in Dubai (4000 delegates voted the best out of 200 international speakers).
Lecture: Esthetics and Clinical Success with All-ceramic Restorations in Our Daily Clinic

Dieter Grübel

Dental Technology
Senior Manager Ceramics Global Education | Liechtenstein

Dieter Grübel is a certified dental technician from Principality of Liechtenstein who specialises in solution and systems in fixed prosthetics. He carries out his professional activity during 8 years of Principality of Liechtenstein and Mexico, dealing with high aesthetic dentistry in Metal-ceramic, Metalfree-Ceramcis and Composites. He joined Ivoclar Mexico as an ICDE Trainer techincal for fixed prosthetic Solution in 1998, holding training courses and lectures in Mexico, Center and South America. 2001 he joined Ivoclar Academy in Schaan. Liechtenstein as Senior Manager Ceramics Global Education in. He is actively involved in the development of new products and responsible for the organisation of training courses and advanced education programs.
Lecture: Veneers A Strategic Plan for Success

Kopikrishna Thirunelakandan

DMD, PG Cert Rest. Dent.
Senior Manager Direct Restorative and Prevention Global Education | Liechtenstein

Dr Kopikrishna Thirunelakandan is a British dentist who accomplished postgraduate training at the prestigious UCL Eastman Dental Institute – in which he attained "distinction" honours in the 'Restorative Dental Practice' program. Dr Thirunelakandan has practiced in the UK for over many years before he moved to Switzerland where he currently practices in a private clinic. Simultaneously, he imparts his knowledge on contemporary dental techniques, technology and aesthetic dentistry to other dentists around the globe through lectures and practical hands-on workshops.
Lecture: What is the Ideal Composite Restorative Technique and Material in Clinical Practice?

Jaafar Mouhyi

DDS, PhD
President. Digital. Dentistry Society DDS Professor, Head of the Biomaterials Research Department. International University of Agadir, Universiapolis, Morocco. | Morocco

Prof. Jaafar Mouhyi obtained his high school Diploma in 1983 at Abou Al Abbas Sebti College in Marrakesh, Morocco, he moved to Belgium in 1984, join Free University of Brussels (ULB) Dental school. In 1990, he obtained his DDS and then worked as an assistant clinical professor in general dentistry and involved in postgraduate Residency programs. He attained his master in periodontology and PhD in 1994 and 1999 respectively. He is Professor and Faculty Member in different Universities, President and Board Member in many Dentistry Associations and Societies. Dr Mouhyi has several local and international lectures and publications in the field of Biomaterials, Platelets concentrate technologies, Computerized Guided Implant Surgery & Oral & Maxillo-facial Implantology. Head of the Biomaterials Research Department in International University of Agadir and President of Digital Dentistry Society (DDS). Director, Casablanca Oral Rehabilitation. Training & Education Center. CORTEC Board of Chancellors, Clean Implant Foundation. Prof Jaafar is an International Board Member of SENAME (South Europ, North African Middle East. Implantology and Modern dentistry Ass.). He also holds the following position- Editorial Board member, Reviewer, Clinical Implant Dentistry& Related Research, African Dental Journal & J. of Dentistry Scientific Board member. Clean Implant Foundation, Germany Director, Casablanca Oral Rehabilitation Training & Education Center, Morocco)
Lecture 1: Opening Lecture Presentation of DDS and Program; Lecture 2: Digital Implantology: Benefits for Optimal Soft and Hard Tissue Outcomes

Jaafar Mouhyi

DDS, PhD
President. Digital. Dentistry Society DDS Professor, Head of the Biomaterials Research Department. International University of Agadir, Universiapolis, Morocco. | Morocco

Prof. Jaafar Mouhyi obtained his high school Diploma in 1983 at Abou Al Abbas Sebti College in Marrakesh, Morocco, he moved to Belgium in 1984, join Free University of Brussels (ULB) Dental school. In 1990, he obtained his DDS and then worked as an assistant clinical professor in general dentistry and involved in postgraduate Residency programs. He attained his master in periodontology and PhD in 1994 and 1999 respectively. He is Professor and Faculty Member in different Universities, President and Board Member in many Dentistry Associations and Societies. Dr Mouhyi has several local and international lectures and publications in the field of Biomaterials, Platelets concentrate technologies, Computerized Guided Implant Surgery & Oral & Maxillo-facial Implantology. Head of the Biomaterials Research Department in International University of Agadir and President of Digital Dentistry Society (DDS). Director, Casablanca Oral Rehabilitation. Training & Education Center. CORTEC Board of Chancellors, Clean Implant Foundation. Prof Jaafar is an International Board Member of SENAME (South Europ, North African Middle East. Implantology and Modern dentistry Ass.). He also holds the following position- Editorial Board member, Reviewer, Clinical Implant Dentistry& Related Research, African Dental Journal & J. of Dentistry Scientific Board member. Clean Implant Foundation, Germany Director, Casablanca Oral Rehabilitation Training & Education Center, Morocco)
Lecture 1: Opening Lecture Presentation of DDS and Program; Lecture 2: Digital Implantology: Benefits for Optimal Soft and Hard Tissue Outcomes

DT Miladinov Milos

BDT, MDT
Dental Technician, Dental Photography Trainer | Romania

Born on 20th of august 1980 in Timisoara, Romania, he is part of a Serbian minority from Romania. He graduated the dental technician school and became a "specialized dental technician” in 2001 and opened his private lab in 2003 named Dentaltech. Since then he became key opinion leader or collaborator for prestigious dental companies like: Ivoclar Vivadent, Medit, Shera, Cendrex Metaux, AFT, Renfert, Sagemax, Exocad, Asiga, SprintRay & 3Shape. He wrote articles or my photos were used as cover images in many magazines like Dental Dialogue, Dental Tribune, Reflect Magazine, Labline Magazine, JERD, JCD and JFD, many others. In 2013 he founded the brand "Shoot like a pro" that has as main focus the dental photography and accessories for it. First book was published in 2014 and was sold in more than 3000 copies worldwide. Later in 2016 a new dental training center "Ugly Tooth" is opened and many courses are organized there. Main focus is on innovation and education in dental industry. He lectured on greatest stages and congresses like: ESCD, EADD, AACD, FACD, CIE by Ivoclar, AIOP, AEEDC, DDS, iDent, ICTN, SDM, Colloquium Dental Italy, Ceyesov and many many more. 2018 Actively developed and tested new workflow for digital dentistry called FDW and successfully implemented worldwide. 2018 First case published using IOS and printed model with refractory dies and refractory veneers on non-prep teeth. 2020 Last success is with new book about dental photography "The Book" and new specialized on-line portal www.dentalpromaster.com as no1 dental photography shop. 2020 Member of Scientific Committee of EADD European Academy of Digital Dentistry 2021 founded RSDD Romanian Society of Digital Dentistry and elected as president. As hobbies he have fishing, off-road, outdoor activities, shopping & traveling. Languages he speaks: Serbian, Croatian, English, Spanish, Romanian, and a bit Italian and German.
Lecture: Planning in Digital Dentistry Using Full Digital Workflow-from Data Acquisition to 3D Printing

Tommaso Porrà

DDS
Specialist Dentist | Romania

He earned degree in Dental Hygiene in 2006, in Italy. Recently he took the second degree in Dentistry (DDS) in Romania. He completed a continuing education 2nd level master in implantology and oral rehabilitation. Currently, he is carrying out research on innovative and digital technologies in dentistry. Finally, he is the Romanian Ambassador of Digital Dentistry Society.
Lecture: Planning in Digital Dentistry Using Full Digital Workflow-from Data Acquisition to 3D Printing

Mohamed Hassanien

BDS, MDS, PhD
Prosthodontist | Egypt

Dr. Mohamed Hassanien has completed his graduate studies in the faculty of oral and dental medicine, Misr University for Science and Technology in 2002. He joined the fixed prosthodontics department of the faculty of oral and dental medicine, Cairo University where he finished his master's degree in advanced ceramics and recent CAD/CAM systems in 2008. He is a prosthodontist in his private dental practice and managing director of Cairo dental lab for construction of ceramic restorations. He completed his PhD degree in the same department, aiming to enhance the marginal integrity and bond strength of all-ceramic laminate veneers, where he was awarded the degree in 2011. He is an in-lab user and a certified I.S.C.D trainer since 2010. He is a member of E.S.C.D.
Lecture: Same Day Digital Dentistry

Miodrag Scepanovic

DDS, PhD
Professor at Clinic for Prosthodontics | Serbia

Graduated in the Dental Department, Faculty of Medicine in Pristina in 1997. Postgraduate training an Master studies in Clinic for prosthodontics School of Dental Medicine in Belgrade University. From 2002. full time employed at Clinic for prosthodontics School of Dental Medicine in Belgrade University. In 2006. Master degree and in 2011. PhD related to implant dentistry. At the moment research cumulative impact factor from scientific publishing activity is 29.98. From 2011. member of ITI center Belgrade, in charge for prosthodontic part of education. Instructor, lecturer and opinion leader for Bredent, Straumann, 3M Espe and 3Shape. From 2015-2020. Senior Lecturer on the BPP University School of Health, London, UK. Belgrade. Straumann Master Belgrade Course in Implant Prosthetics director from 2015. One of the founders of Serbian association for esthetic dentistry. Research, publishing and clinical activities are in the field of implant dentistry, digital dentistry, esthetic dentistry. Founder and owner of private practice “A1 Dental Studio”. From 2008. engaged in implant planning process with Med3D, Sky Plan X and CoDiagnostix softwares. Intraoral scanner user from 2015. Private practice is on full digital procedures without traditional impression taking from 2018., with main focus on prosthodontics and implantology powered by Trios 3 scanner. International lecturing carrier started in 2005. As global opinion leader for 3M Espe, Straumann and Bredent, Miodrag attended many trainings for lecturers in Germany and Switzerland. His lecturing experiences are defined by many global and local meetings, workshops, mainly abroad in English language. Able to do trainings in digital protocols from beginner to advanced level.
Lecture: Implant-retained Digital Solutions for Edentulous Patients

Mahmoud Ezzat Ghazi

BDS, MGDS RCSEd, FICOI, FLD
Ambassador of DDS (Middle East), Private Practice | Egypt

Dr. Mahmoud Ezzat received his BDS degree from the Faculty of Dental Medicine at Ain Shams University in Cairo, Egypt in 2002. He then attended a four-year training program by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and received their membership degree in General Dental Surgery (MGDS RCSEd) in 2008. He then participated in the Membership in Restorative Dentistry (MRD) speciality training program supervised by the Royal College at Misr University, for his remarkable performance he was invited to become an instructor at this same program. In 2011 he was appointed Deputy MRD course director at Future University in Egypt for their postgraduate speciality program. He is the founder of the Diploma in Implant Dentistry training program in Egypt awarded by the Royal college of Surgeons of Edinburgh. In 2013 he attained a Fellowship degree in Laser dentistry from the University of Genova Italy and has been lecturing on the subject ever since. In 2015 he attended several International DSD World tours and has reached the DSD Master level in DSD accreditations (1st DSD Master in Egypt) In August 2015 he co-lectured the DSD World Tour in Cairo, Egypt with DSD Founding Members Christian Coachman and Livio Yoshinaga and was elected DSD Lecturer. In 2016 he became an active member DSD International board as DSD Middle East Manager lecturing with Christian Coachman in the DSD Middle East Tour. In 2018 he was elected president of Digital Dentistry Society (Arab Union) responsible for all Arab speaking countries in the region. In 2019 he was elected as a board member of Digital Dentistry Society. He is the editor of the Fixed prosthodontics chapter and author of the Digital occlusion section in textbook (Digital Dentistry Science and Clinics) Key opinion leader & Lecturer for many international companies as: Bredent, Vita, Digital Smile Design, 3Shape, Nemotech & Tekscan He now lectures internationally on all aspects of Digital Dentistry mostly in Europe & The Middle East & keeps a full-time private practice in Cairo specializing in Digital Esthetic and Implant dentistry since 2004.
Lecture: Digital Workflow for Full Mouth Rehab Cases

Anas Aloum

BDS, FACP
Prosthodontist | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Anas Aloum, Consultant Prosthodontists and Laboratory Technician, is an oral rehabilitation specialist who runs a fulltime practice at Hikma Medical Center in Abu Dhabi, UAE, as chief dental supervisor and dental laboratory director. Anas Aloum, BDS obtained his dental degree in Jordan University, Jordan in 2006. He received a certificate in Advanced Prosthodontics and in Preceptorship in Periodontology and Implantology at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, University of Southern California. He is an American Certified Prosthodontist and a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontics. In the present time he holds a part time position as an Assistant Professor in the Advanced Prosthodontic program at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry. He is a passionate dental educator, actively involved in both hosting and lecturing CME’s both nationally and internationally. He has lectured in the field of Prosthodontics and Implantology.
Lecture: Updates in the Digital/Analog Workflow

Paul Martin Weigl

DDS, PhD
Head of Department of Medical Technology Research, Head of Department of Postgraduate Education | Germany

Paul Weigl studied dentistry at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich and worked there as a dentist and scientist from 1989. In 1992, he moved to the Goethe University in Frankfurt am Main. There he worked as an associate professor in Prosthodontics. The focus of his scientific work is on the initiation and partnership development of medical products (e.g. wear-free attachment for overdentures, software Prepcheck in CEREC). Clinically, his focus is on implantology, where he has established a master's program since 2009 and a department for this purpose. Since 2021, he has headed the Department of Medical Technology Research.
Lecture: Machine Learning- Benefits and Risks for Applications in Oral Medicine

Henriette Lerner

DDS, PhD, FDS RCS
Oral Surgeon, Educator, Owner and Director of Private Clinic, Past President Digital Dentistry Society International | Germany

Specialist in oral surgery, focusing on implantology and aesthetics, in Baden Baden, Germany. She is owner and director of the HL Dentclinic & Academy, an Academic Teaching and Research Institution of Johann Wolfgang Goethe – University Frankfurt am main, Germany). She is an educator on the topics of in Implant dentistry, grafting techniques, digital technology as well as aesthetics on implants. She graduated in 1990 at University of Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Timisoara, Romania, and finished her surgical and implantological education in Germany and USA. Lerner is: • Board Member and President od Digital Dentistry Society, • Board Member and Expert of the DGOI (German Society of Oral Implantology), Member DGÄZ, (German Society of Esthetic dentistry), AACD, Diplomate ICOI, • editorial member of several german and international dental papers, • author of several professional articles, • coauthor of 2 Books: „Esthetics in Dentistry” And „Implant Aesthetics“, • author the Book „Oral Implantology – Handbook for Patients” (German). She contributed at the developement of 2 implant systems, dental Apps and surgical instruments. She speaks german, englisch, romanian, hungarian and basic russian, french and italian.
Lecture: Opening Lecture Presentation of LLD and Program

Alessandro Cucchi

DDS, Clin MSc, PhD
Scientific Director, Specialist in Bone and Soft tissue Management, Consultant | Italy

He earned degree in Dentistry and Dental Surgery (DDS) in 2009 and completed his post-graduate degree (Clin MSC) in Oral Surgery in 2012. In 2016, he received his PhD in Surgical Sciences - Reconstructive Problems in Maxillofacial Surgery; and he completed a continuing education course in Periodontal Plastic and Regenerative Surgical Techniques. In 2020, he completed the master's degree in Zygomatic Implantology. He has published several scientific papers in the most prominent international journals, such as COIR, CIDRR, IJOMI, IJOI, and IPRD about implant surgery and related research. Currently, he is carrying out research on innovative and digital technologies in GBR. He is active member of Digital Dentistry Society and Italian Academy of Osseointegration. Finally, he is scientific director of GBR Academy.
Lecture: Vertical and Horizontal Ridge Augmentation: Conventional Versus Digital Approvals

Dr. Robert Sader

MD, DDS, PhD
University Professor, Clinical Director and Academic Chair | Germany

Prof. Dr. mult. Robert Sader has received his training in OMF- Surgery at Technical University Munich. After working at University Hospital Basel, in 2004 he was appointed professor, director and chair of Oral, Cranio-Maxillofacial and Facial Plastic Surgery at Goethe-University Frankfurt. His department offers the whole spectrum from dentoalveolar surgery, dental implantology, traumatology, orthognathics, TMJ surgery, oncology, plastic-reconstructive and cleft and craniofacial surgery. He is medical director/CEO of the University Dental Institute"Carolinum", president of the German Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry" and the Frankfurt Dental Association founded in 1863. He is General Secretary of the International Federation of Esthetic Dentistry.
Lecture: 3D-Supported Augmentative Implantology – A New Era for Patient Outcome by Using Digital Technologies

Matteo Valoriani

BS, MS, PhD in Computer Engineering
Professor of UX Design at Politecnico di Milano, Mixed Reality Expert, Microsoft MVP, Intel Innovator | Italy

Eng. Matteo Valoriani was born near Florence in 1986 but since 2005 he is based in Milan, where he obtained the Master of Science cum Laude in Computer Engineering at the Politecnico di Milano in 2011. He worked for a year and a half at Microsoft Italy, but in 2012 he decided to follow his passion for technology and innovation and started a PhD in Computer Science. His research activity was focused on new unconventional technologies and paradigms for ambient interaction, as well as voice commands, touch and touchless gestures, proxemic Interactions. In 2012, He won the "Health Awareness Award" at Microsoft Imagine Cup presenting FifthElement. In 2014, he founded FifthIngenium where he is the CEO. The company is specialized on cloud solutions and emerging technologies. He recognized as Microsoft Most Valuable Professional and Intel Software Innovator for AR/VR/MR and emerging technologies.
Lecture: The Metaverse in Dentistry: Training and Collaboration with Mixed RealityBio

Roberto Mangano

BS, MS in Computer Engineering
Mixed Reality Expert, XR Advocate & Product Developer | Italy

Mixed Reality advocate and speaker • Full Stack .NET developer • Certified Xamarin Professional Developer
Lecture: The Metaverse in Dentistry: Training and Collaboration with Mixed Reality

Roberto Turrini

DDS
Prosthodontist | Italy

Dr. Roberto Turrini graduated in Dentistry and Dental Prosthesis at the University of Florence in 2004. Since 2005, he has been working as a collaborator at Dr. Mauro Fradeani’s office in Pesaro. He has participated in Prosthetic Courses both nationally and internationally, such as Dr. Fradeani’s Annual Fixed Prosthesis Course, as well as programs on implantology and aesthetic dentistry. He carries out his professional activity in Pesaro, dealing with restorative dentistry, implantology and aesthetic dentistry. Author of articles in national and international scientific journals, he is co–author of the text “Dental Bleaching: Methods for Success” published in Italian, German and Spanish by Quintessence International in 2011. Dr. Turrini carries out an intense teaching and congress activity at national and international level in the field of prosthetic, restorative and aesthetic dentistry, as founder member of Fradeani Education. He is an active member of the Italian Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry.
Lecture: Discolored Teeth in the Aesthetic Field: The Combination of Bleaching with Direct and Indirect Restorations.

James H. Doundoulakis

DMD, MS, FICD, FACD
Assistant Clinical Professor and Director, Prosthodontics and Implantology, Dept of Dentistry and Oral Surgery, Mount Sinai Medical Center, NYC | USA

Dr James H Doundoulakis graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 1982. He then completed a clinical fellowship in Prosthodontics at the Harvard University School of Dental Medicine, followed by a clinical fellowship in maxillofacial prosthetics at Roswell Park Cancer Center in Buffalo, NY. He is currently Assistant Clinical Professor and Director, Prosthodontics and Implantology, Mount Sinai Medical Center, NYC. Dr Doundoulakis was privileged to have one of his “extreme make-over’s” featured on national television - ABC-TV’s “The View”, starring Barbara Walters. He is the author of “The Perfect Smile”, a Consumer’s Guide to cosmetic dentistry and dental Implants. Dr. Doundoulakis just recently completed a two-year term as General Chairman of the Greater New York Dental Meeting, the largest dental convention in the US. He has lectured nationally and internationally. Dr. Doundoulakis continues to maintain a private practice, specializing in esthetics, implants and prosthetics, in Greenwich CT, minutes away from NYC.
Lecture: Achieve Predictable Clinical Success with Aesthetic Cases: Utilizing All-ceramic Restorations and Dental Implants

Ziad Salameh

DDS, MSc, PhD
Prosthodontist, Professor and Director of the Research Center and Head of the Digital Dentistry Unit | Lebanon

Holds a postgraduate degree in Prosthodontics from Saint Joseph University in Beirut, Lebanon. • Holds an MSc/Ph.D. in Dental Materials and their Clinical Applications from Siena University in Italy. • He is currently a professor and director of the research center and head of the digital dentistry unit as faculty in the college of dental medicine at the Lebanese University in Beirut, Lebanon. • Prof. Ziad’s clinical expertise is focused on full mouth rehabilitation, smile reengineering, implant prosthodontics, and esthetic makeover. • Prof. Ziad has published more than 73 scientific publications in PUBMED indexed journals. • He has lectured regionally and internationally and conducted several seminars and workshops.
Lecture: Shade Matching in Esthetic Dentistry: Decoding a Precise Color Transfer from Clinic to Laboratory