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Mr. Stefano Checchi

RDH
Dental Hygienist, University Teacher, Free Lance and Owner of a Dental Hygiene Office | Italy

Private Practice

Stefano Checchi was born in Bologna Italy on the 27th November 1975. He achieved his first Diploma Degree as a dental technician in Bologna and then he dedicated his study to Medicine, for two years, and then to Dental Hygiene disciplines. On March 2000 he achieved his Laurea degree in Dental Hygiene at the University of the Study of Bologna in Italy. He spent his professional life as free lance clinicians in several private clinics and private dental office in Italy and as communication and training & education consultant in favor of many international dental companies. Passioned in teaching and lecturing he had the chance to work as tutor for the Dental Hygienist students at the University in Bologna for several years and he is actually a teacher at the University of the Study in Torino Italy, Dental Hygiene course. He is also lecturing both at national level and abroad covering topics of Dental Hygiene interest. During the last 2 years of Covid pandemia, with the consequent travel limitations, in person conferences and congress interruption he developed a strong experience in online-training and conference report via web also thanks to the partnership with global companies and training/education providers. During the last 10 years he had the privilege to represent his country as a Delegate in the European Dental Hygiene Federation and also covered the EDHF Secretary role for two terms. Stefano is actually the Italian representative for EDHF and he is part of the Public Relation EDHF’s committee. In the year 2021 he assumed the assignment as regional representative for AIDIPro the Italian Dental Hygienist’s Trade Union. He practice my profession at the “IL PUNTO” dedicated oral hygiene office that I own and manage together with my partner.
Lecture: Power Scaling and Airpolishing: New Concepts, Clinical Approaches and Materials to Achieve Excellent Therapeutic Results in NSPT - Part Ic

Dr. Federico Emiliani

DDS
General Dentist, Dental Clinic Owner & Lecturer | Italy

Private Practice

Dr. Federico Emiliani graduated in Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics in 2009 at the University of Tor Vergata in Rome with a grade of 110/110 cum laude. In the same year he started his free profession in Rome, opening his first studio. From 2009 to 2013 he collaborated in several Italian studios, until, at the end of 2013, he opened his second studio located in Frosinone. He attends several refresher courses, in Italy and abroad, dedicating himself in a specialized way to prosthetics, implantology, adhesion and complex rehabilitations. Among the main training courses she attended the Master in fixed prosthesis in three modules of Dr. Mauro Fradeani, subsequently becoming part of the Fradeani Education teaching team. In 2018 he was appointed speaker at the Master of Digital Dentistry at the University of Tor Vergata in Rome, directed by prof. Claudio Arcuri, with the task of developing lessons on digital aesthetic planning in fixed prostheses, and the use of modern guided aesthetic design apps. He practices freelance in his studies in Rome and Frosinone.
Lecture: Go to the White: Diagnosis and Treatment of Enamel Defects in Aesthetic Area with Modern and Minimal Invasive Procedures

Dr. Huzefa S. Talib

BDS, MFDRCSI, FFDRCSI, FICOI, DICOI
Clinical Associate Professor & Assistant Chairman, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery | USA

NYU College of Dentistry

Dr. Talib is currently Assistant Chairman of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Program Director for the Advanced Clinical Fellowship Program in Oral Surgery at NYU Dentistry. Dr. Talib has lectured nationally and internationally on a wide range of surgery topics, but his current interest is the development of artificial intelligence and robotics in the field of dental implantology.
Lecture: Robotics in Implant Dentistry: Step Into the Future

Dr. Roberto Turrini

DDS
General Dentist, Visiting Professor | Italy

University of Genoa

Dr. Roberto Turrini graduated in Dentistry at the University of Florence in 2004. Since 2005 he has been working as a collaborator in Dr. Mauro Fradeani’s office in Pesaro, Italy. He has attended several courses in Italy and abroad on prosthodontics, implantology and esthetic dentistry. Author of several scientific articles published in Italian and international magazines, he is co-author of a text about dental bleaching, published by Quintessence International in 2011 (“Dental bleaching: methods for success”), translated in German and Spanish. In 2023 he published with Dr. Federico Emiliani his new book “Black&White: clinical multidisciplinary protocols of cariology, dental bleaching and treatment of dental discolorations”, published by Edra and presently in translation into other languages. He lectures nationally and internationally on topics related prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry. His professional activity is based in Pesaro, Florence and Terni, focused on restorative and prosthodontics with particular interest in esthetic dentistry. He is Visiting Professor at the University of Genoa, Italy, Department of Prosthodontics and active member of IAED (Italian Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry) and SIDOC (Italian Society of Conservative Dentistry).
Lecture: Back from Black: Aesthetic Discolorations Management from Simple Whitening to Direct and Indirect Restorative Connections

Dr. Anass Koleilat

DDS, MS
Periodontist, Visiting Professor at CWRU | USA

NYU College of Dentistry

After obtaining his dental degree from Saint Joseph University in Beirut-Lebanon, Dr.Koleilat pursued his Periodontics residency training at University at Buffalo-SUNY. He is a diplomate of American Board of Periodontology and Implant surgery practicing in Cleveland Ohio area
Lecture: Perio-Ortho: We Can Work Better Together

Prof. Dr. Richard Valachovic

DMD, MPH
Clinical Professor in Paediatric Dentistry | USA

NYU College of Dentistry

Dr. Valachovic currently serves as Clinical Professor and Director of the Center for Oral Health Policy and Management at New York University in Manhattan. He joined the faculty at NYU after serving or 22 years as the President and CEO of the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) and concurrently as the President of the International Federation of Dental Educators and Associations (IFDEA). Prior to joining ADEA he was a full-time faculty member at Harvard University, He received the DMD degree from the University of Connecticut and completed postdoctoral training programs in pediatric dentistry at the Children's Hospital Medical Center in Boston and dental public health at Harvard University. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology. He is an author of more than 100 articles, manuscripts and book chapters.
Lecture: Smile Forward: Leadership Essentials for Dental Professionals

Prof. Amr Moursi

DDS, PhD
Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatric Dentistry | USA

NYU College of Dentistry

Dr. Moursi is Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at the New York University College of Dentistry. Dr. Moursi currently serves as the Immediate Past-President of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and as AAPD Liaison to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Moursi’s research focuses on early childhood oral health and he has served as Principal Investigator on a number of federally-funded studies. He is the author or co-author of over 100 published articles, book chapters and policy briefs, as well as Editor of the textbook Clinical Cases in Pediatric Dentistry. He also maintains a private practice in New York City.
Lecture: Leadership Through Community- Based Oral Health – Clinical Care and Advocacy
Lecture: • State of The Art Minimally Invasive Pediatric Caries Management

Prof. Dr. Anabella Oquendo

DDS
Assistant Dean for International Programs, Specialist in Aesthetic Dentistry | USA

NYU College of Dentistry

Dr. Anabella Oquendo, an accomplished professional in the field of dentistry, currently serves as an Associate Professor at New York University College of Dentistry. In addition to her academic role, she holds the esteemed positions of Assistant Dean for International Programs and Director of the Advanced Clinical Fellowship in Aesthetic Dentistry (ACFAD). Dr. Oquendo's journey in dentistry commenced with the attainment of her dental degree from the Central University of Venezuela Dental School in Caracas, Venezuela. Following her graduation, she ventured into private practice, gaining valuable experience in the field. Her affiliation with New York University's College of Dentistry began when she successfully completed the Advanced Program for International Dentists in Esthetic Dentistry in 2008. She further enhanced her knowledge and skills by continuing in the program and obtaining a Clinical Fellowship certificate for an additional year. In 2010, Dr. Oquendo's commitment and expertise earned her a prominent position as a full-time faculty member within the esteemed faculty of esthetic dentistry at NYU Dentistry. In recognition of her exceptional capabilities, she was appointed as the Director of ACFAD in 2014 and, more recently, as an Assistant Dean for International Programs in 2021. Beyond her academic roles, Dr. Oquendo remains actively engaged in various dental committees and professional societies, demonstrating her commitment to the advancement of dentistry. She also provides patient care at the NYU Dentistry Faculty Practice, where a significant portion of her practice is dedicated to the art and science of esthetic dentistry. Dr. Anabella Oquendo's multifaceted contributions make her a respected and valued figure in the field of dentistry.
Lecture: The DO's and DON'Ts of Jaw-dropping Dental Presentations
Lecture: Mastering Current Concepts in Porcelain Laminate Veneers Preparation Design