CURRICULUM VITAE
Prof. Dr. Kıvanç AKÇA
Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Prosthodontics

He is a professor of prosthodontics. Currently holds part-time university position for educational/research purposes and maintains clinical practice at his private office.

He has published over 80 articles internationally resulting in h-index (WoS) score 27. He is listed in editorial boards of JOMI (Journal of Oral&Maxillofacial Implants), JoD (Journal of Dentistry) and ME&P (Medical Engineering and Physics).

He is serving as 3Shape Global KOL and ITI (International Team for Implantology) Fellow.

Dental Implantology, Digital Dentistry and Evidence Based Dentistry at prosthodontics are main topics in his expertise. Clinically, he is highly experienced at tooth/implant supported fixed partial dentures digital work-flows augmented with intra-oral surface scanning, photogrammetry and jaw tracking technologies.

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INTRAORAL DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR EDENTULOUS JAWS

Proof of concept for digitalization in restorative dentistry has been scientifically supported for short-span fixed prosthesis in daily clinical practice. However, integration of direct digitalization technologies is challenging in treatment of edentulous jaws. Accordingly understanding the uncertainties in direct digitalization is crucial in fabrication of biomechanically acceptable prosthesis. In this lecture abilities of different technologies employed in the digital work-flow will be discussed. Attenders will able to recognize the resolutions to the problems commonly experienced.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Assoc. Prof. Burçin Arıcan Alpay
Istanbul Bahçeşehir University School of Dental Medicine, Department of Endodontics

Dr. Burçin Arıcan Alpay graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2010. She completed her doctorate in Marmara University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics in 2015. Between 2015-2017, she worked as an endodontist in many clinics and prepared question bank for the DUS exam. She returned to academic life in 2017 and worked as Assistant Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics. In 2021, she started to work in Istanbul Bahçeşehir University School of Dental Medicine, Department of Endodontics and received the title of Associate Professor in 2022. She has many publications in national and international journals, and Tübitak projects. She is studying for Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence Engineering.

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HOW TO DETECT EXTRA ROOT CANALS CLINICALLY AND RADIOGRAPHICALLY?

Root canals that cannot be detected and therefore cannot be cleaned take the first place among the causes of failure of root canal treatment. There are many methods we use to detect the presence of these root canals radiographically and clinically. So when should we apply the three-dimensional imaging systems? What is the importance of the use of magnification systems in detecting the extra root canals? Which instruments do we need? What are the clinical signs that indicate the presence of an extra root canal? What is the incidence of extra root canals? Which teeth should we be alarmed about? Where should we look for extra root canals?

In this lecture, we will examine all these questions and their answers from A to Z.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Sohueil Bechara
DDS, Oral Surgery Specialist,

Private practice “ Bechara Clinic”
Founder of DBI “ Dr. Bechara institute”
Founder of Implamedika.,Ltd
Member of Lithuanian association of oral and maxilla-facial surgery

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Immediate Placement and Loading in Any Case, From Single Implant to Full Arch. Tips and Tricks

Immediate implant placement and loading offer several benefits, including functional and aesthetic outcomes. Furthermore, innovation in implant design can reduce the need for bone augmentation, leading to less complications. Using the right techniques and implant system we can solve all cases with immediate loading. This leads to higher treatment acceptance.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Emre Çimen
Oral and Maxillofacial Surger

Emre Çimen, graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2004, completed his PhD in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department of the same faculty in 2011. Following his military service, he worked as a maxillofacial surgery and implantologist in private clinics in Istanbul.

He was at Belgium as an observer surgeon for the programme of Digital surgical planning in 2011 and at Malo Clinic in Portugal for All-on-4 and Zygomatic Implants in 2014 and 2018.

He has been working as a Maxillofacial Surgeon and Implantologist in his private clinic in Istanbul Ataşehir with Dr. Erhan Demir since February 2020, mainly focusing on advanced implantology.

Dr. Emre Çimen also gives courses and seminars in Turkey for Nobel Biocare, especially on the Treatment of Total Edentulousim, All-on-4 Treatment Protocol and Implant Applications in the Aesthetic Region.

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DIGITAL AND BIOLOGICAL APPROACH FOR THE TREATMENT OF TOTAL EDENTULOUSIM

Treatment of total edentulism with dental implants has made significant progress in recent years, with digital and biological approaches pioneering. Digital dentistry has revolutionized the field of implantology by allowing more accurate and predictable planning, placement and restoration of dental implants. The use of computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology, 3D printing, and virtual implant planning software have significantly improved implant success rates and reduced potential complications.

At the same time, thanks to personalized treatment options, special treatment alternatives were offered to patients, and many difficult-to-treat cases became easier to treat.

Combining digital and biological approaches to implant treatment for total edentulism can further improve treatment outcomes by providing a more personalized and patient-specific approach. By leveraging digital technologies to plan and design implants that are optimized for each patient's unique anatomy, clinicians can achieve more predictable and long-lasting results by using biomimetic materials that mimic the natural properties of teeth and bone.

In this presentation, we will talk about the use of digital tools from the planning of total edentulousismto its implementation, from personalized prostheses to the formation of biological tissue contours

CURRICULUM VITAE

Professor Wyman Chan
BDS, PhD.

Dr. Wyman Chan graduated from Guy’s Hospital Dental School, University of London. He hung up his drills in 2002 to become a dedicated tooth whitening dentist. Since then, he has treated over 20,000 patients in Central London, England. Dr Wyman Chan is well credited as the inventor of painless tooth whitening techniques and products, which are used by hundreds of thousands of dentists around the globe. Over the years, he has trained tens of thousands of dentists and dentists routinely refer their difficult-to-treat cases to him.

A worldwide authority on teeth whitening, Wyman’s PhD in the ‘Safety and Efficacy of Teeth Whitening Processes’ led to seven UK and US patents. He is a visiting associate professor at College of Medicine and Dentistry, Ulster University. He wrote a chapter entitled ‘Scientific Advances in Tooth-whitening Processes’ within in the book, ‘The Art of Treatment Planning’ Dental and Medical Approaches to the Face and Smile, by Quintessence Publishing October 2009. Dr. Wyman Chan won the prestigious Procter and Gamble Investigator Award at the 2008 International Association for Dental Research (IADR) meeting in Toronto, Canada.

Dr Wyman Chan peers review for the British Dental Journal and published many papers on teeth whitening.

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The Scope of Dental Bleaching in Aesthetic Dentistry

Aesthetic dentistry is very popular and always in great demand, either from the patients or the dental practitioners. There are many methods dentists are trained to carry out aesthetic dentistry, some less invasive than others. The dental profession is striving for a minimal invasive approach This lecture is to discuss the scope of dental bleaching in the improvement of the aesthetic of the patients’ teeth non-invasively.

This lecture will cover the non-invasive approach of teeth whitening on natural teeth, including fluorosis and tetracycline stains. White spot lesions (WSLs) and different methods of managing these lesions, especially those WSLs developed after fixed orthodontic or clear aligners treatments will be discussed.

Dental bleaching utilising specially formulated high alkaline bleaching agents to control dental plaque and biofilm in patients undergoing fixed and clear aligners orthodontic treatments will be discussed.

Dental bleaching while wearing clear aligners and improving of the gingival inflammation in patients with poor oral hygiene will be covered.

There will be more than 10 case studies on the above topics with detailed treatment regime and methods to carry out these treatments with zero to very low sensitivity to the dental pulp and gingival tissues.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Prof. Dr. Esra Uzer Çelik
İzmir Katip Celebi University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Restorative Dentistry

Dr. Uzer Celik graduated from Faculty of Dentistry, Ankara University in 2001. She received a PhD degree in Restorative Dentistry from Ege University in 2007. She has a diverse experience in dental education by giving many theoretical and practical courses in Suleyman Demirel University and Izmir Kâtip Celebi University. She received the “Associate Professor” title in 2012 and “Professor” title in 2018. She served in various administrative positions at different universities, including Vice Dean of Faculty of Dentistry, Head of the Department of Restorative Dentistry, Erasmus Coordinator and Farabi Coordinator.

Her research interests include esthetic dentistry, composite restorations, caries risk assessment, adhesion, clinical trials and digital dentistry. She has authored or co-authored many peer-reviewed publications, and has given many presentations at national or international specific meetings. She is a member of International Association for Dental Research (IADR) and Turkish Association of Restorative Dentistry. She has a good level of English. She is married and has a son.

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What Should We Consider When Choosing a Light-Curing Unit? A Recent Update on Light Polymerization and New Devices

The use of light curing unit is growing in popularity along with the use of resin-based materials in dental applications. The performance of resin-based materials over the long term is significantly influenced by the choice of light curing unit.

In this lecture, the significance of light polymerization, the polymerization techniques, the advancements achieved in composite resins along with the polymerization techniques, novel light curing units, and their attributes will be covered in all aspects. The factors to consider while chosing a light curing unit will be discussed in light of evidence-based knowledge.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Prof. Dr. Erhan Çömlekoğlu
Ege University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Prosthodontics

M. Erhan Çömlekoğlu is a graduate of Ege University, School of Dentistry where he received his DDS degree. He attended Prosthesis Program of Graduate Study offered by Institute of Health Sciences at Ege University and graduated with Ph.D. degree at Prosthodontics. He is a Professor and resident at the Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry at Ege University, İzmir, Turkey.

He completed several scientific projects supported by national and international institutions. He was honoured more than 30 national and international scientific awards. With these projects he authored more than 70 articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals in the field of adhesive and implant dentistry and established CAD/CAM restorative laboratory at the dental school.

His clinical practice is limited to Prosthodontics at the Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Ege University. Dr. Çömlekoğlu is intensely involved in scientific research regarding adhesive dentistry and implant dentistry. His current research interest particularly covers implant-periodontium interactions and their clinical outcomes.

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Digital and Conventional Techniques in Clinical Workflow

Occlusion is of vital importance to the long-term success and comfort for the natural dentition as well as the prosthetic restorations. Immediate patient tolerance can be provided by applying the appropriate individual occlusal scheme which may differentiate relative to various restoration types. Using monolithic zirconia as a rastorative material for monolithic restorations became more popular paticularly for bruxing patients. Establishing digital flawless occlusal relationships in monolithic restorations prior to fabrication may minimize tooth wear and diminish chairside time loss. Same rule applies for the implant supported prostheses which are highly susceptible to occlusal interferences. Several clinical techniques and appliences may be used to avoid occlusal interferences in the centric state and during the eccentric moves. In this presentation, effect of erroneous occlusion on temporomandibuler joint disorders, practical use of face-bow for a well-balanced occlusion, rigid silicone bite registration technique for a correct centric occlusion, monolithic restorations for bruxing patients and modified lingualised occlusion concept will be described.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Khaled Ekram

- Co-owner and director of Prof. Ekram Dental Radiodiagnostic & Digital Dental Centers in the middle east.

- B.D.S Faculty of Oral and Dental medicine, Cairo University, Egypt 2002.

- Awarded the M.Sc & Ph.D in OMF Radiology from Cairo University in 2008 & 2011 respectively.

- Former A. Professor of OMF Radiology in Cairo university.

- Certified Consultant of OMF Radiology in Egypt & UAE.

- Ambassador of DDS (Digital Dentistry Society) in Egypt.

- Instructor and Speaker in DDC (Digital Dental Craftsmen) education group specialized in Digital Dentistry courses and online lectures.

- Awarded as one of the top 100 dentists for the year 2021 by top100doc.com.

- Member of the International Association of Maxillofacial Radiology (IAMFR) & the European Association of Dento-Maxillofacial Radiology (eadmfr) since 2013 till now.

- Participated as an international Keynote speaker in many national and international conferences in lectures, courses & workshops.

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CURRICULUM VITAE

Dt. Hayrullah Kaya

Hayrullah Kaya graduated from Atatürk University Faculty of Dentistry in 2016. He has been continuing his professional life in private clinics since his graduation. His areas of interest include , biomaterials in endodontics, endodontic treatments under microscope, vital pulp treatments, dental isolation systems, digital and adhesive dentistry.
- He teaches Endodontics related courses as a Key Opinion Leader at Dentsply Sirona.
- He gives trainings on Rubber Dam and MTA applications with Öncü Academy.
- Provides one-on-one training.
- Professional life continues in Istanbul.

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Root Canal Treatment Obturation and the New Trend: Bioceramics

The primary objective of endodontic treatments is to preserve the vitality of the tooth and prevent periapical tissue disorders. To achieve successful results in root canal treatment, the treatment should be performed within specific protocols and disciplines. The treatment stages can be briefly summarized as isolation and access cavity, shaping, irrigation, root canal filling, and coronal restoration. In this presentation, I will talk about obturation of root canals, which is the last stage of root canal treatment. The purpose of root canal obturation is to fill the canal anatomy in three dimensions to prevent apical leakage. Thus, the possibility of re-infection is reduced. There are several options for root canal obturation. Many questions arise during obturation, such as which canal filling material should be used, the properties of canal filling materials, obturation techniques, and long-term results of the material used. In this presentation, these points will be explained with articles in the literature, videos recorded under the microscope, photos and animations in my archive. The aim is to provide a small contribution to clinical practice.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Waleed Kurdi
Endodontic Lecturer

More than 13 years of experience as a Clinician, Researcher and Lecturer in developing strategies and guidance in root canal treatment and dental hygiene.
Lecturer and Course Director of Endo-Dam Team for more than three years with 18 credit hours including workshop and Lecture. A member in Endo-Dam Team since 2016.
Course Director of (Bypass Like a Boss) for more than a year with 9 credit hours including Workshops.
Previous bronze member in 3D cleaning project.
Honorarium Member in Endohaveli Group.
Endodontist and owner of BW dental clinic since 2013.
STYLE ITALIANO ENDODONTICS silver member.
Bachelor of oral and dental medicine B.D.S (2009).
Dentist in the ministry of health, Egypt since 2009.
Master of Endodontics M.D.S candidate (2013) Cairo university.
Thesis: Effect of occlusal reduction on post-operative pain.
Endodontist at the Egyptian Armed Forces (2013-2016).
Speaker on behalf of COXO Company in 2018.
Speaker on behalf of Eighteeth Company in 2019 - 2020.
Speaker on behalf of FANTA DENTAL Company in 2019 - 2020.
Speaker on behalf of Zumax Company in 2019 - 2020.
Speaker on behalf of Cerkamed company.
Speaker on behalf of FKG company.
Speaker on behalf of Rogin.

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WHAT KIND OF APPROACH IS SHOWN AFTER A BROKEN INSTRUMENT?

In Today’s dentistry, fracture of rotary instruments has been a nightmare. The fractured fragment inside the root canal systems effects the prognosis negatively. This situation can be handled with different types of methods and techniques. To save the tooth, you can bypass or remove the broken instrument. The clinicians need to understand the problems and methods for this application. They need to follow the steps saving the root canal anatomy to find out the right solution. In this lecture the audience will be informed about following the steps after a broken instrument.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Hakan Kurt
Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry
Department of Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Hakan Kurt completed his undergraduate education at Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2007, and he started his doctorate education in the Department of Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology in the same faculty. After completing his thesis study "Evaluation of the effect of radiation amount on osseointegration, which is formed as a result of irradiation using different imaging methods" in 2013, he received the title of Doctor and was awarded the title of Associate Professor in 2017. Dr. Hakan has many national and international research articles and referees in various international journals. However, Dr. Hakan has participated in many national and international congresses, follows current developments in his branch and has many papers presented at the relevant congresses. Dr. Hakan Oral is a member of the Diagnosis and Maxillofacial Society and the European Academy of Dentomaxillofacial Radiology and serves as the Turkish delegation in the Radiation Protection Committee, which is one of the major committees of the academy. He continues his academic life as a lecturer at Ankara University.

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TOMOGRAPHY IN DENTAL PRACTICES

Developing technologies has led dentists to obtain three-dimensional images of the teeth and jaw area by using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in their practice. CBCT are very useful devices for implant planning, endodontic applications, surgical procedures, and other dental treatments. It provides less radiation exposure and offers higher resolution images than other 3D imaging methods. However, it may be costly, not necessary for every patient, or not all CBCT devices on the market can produce adequate diagnostic images. Dentists should apply CBCT scans according to the patient's condition and choose a CBCT device in accordance with practice.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Assoc. Prof. Mohammad Hossein Nekoofar
DDS, MSc, DoIBoE, PhD

Current job:

•Associate Professor of Endodontics: August 2016- present

School of Dentistry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

•Associate Professor in Tissue Engineering & Applied Cell Sciences: 2015-present

School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

•Honorary Senior Lecturer in Endodontics & Dental Biomaterial: 2012- present

School of Dentistry, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK

•Director of International Relations, Accreditation & Ranking: 2013-present

Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

•Immediate Past President of Iranian Association of Endodontics (IAE): July 2016-present

Work history:

•President of Iranian Association of Endodontics (IAE): 2013-2016

•Vice-dean of Administrative and Financial Affairs: December 2013- October 2015

School of Dentistry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

•Vice-dean of International Affairs: December 2012-December 2013

School of Dentistry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

•Assistant Professor of Endodontics: 1995- August 2016

School of Dentistry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

•Group Leader of Endodontolgy Research Group: September 2004-2016

Endodontolgy research group, School of Dentistry, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK

•Clinical Lecturer in Endodontics: December 2005-August 2012

School of Dentistry, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK

•Honorary Visiting Lecturer: April 2004-December 2005

School of Dentistry, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK

You can find the rest of the curriculum vitae at the link: www.drnekoofar.com

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ELECTRONIC ROOT CANAL LENGTH MEASUREMENT DEVICES AND ELECTRICAL PULP TESTERS: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE

This lecture will provide a comprehensive guide to electronic root canal length measurement devices and electrical pulp testers. Attendees will learn about the latest advancements in these technologies and how they can be used to improve patient outcomes. Topics covered will include case studies, clinical applications, and best practices for using these devices in endodontic procedures.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Prof. Dr. Adam Nulty
BChD MJDF RCS Eng PGCert MSc (Dist.) MAcadMed

Adam, the “Digital Dentist”, is a highly experienced clinician with a special interest in Restorative & Aesthetic Dentistry, Digital Dentistry and Implantology.

In 2013 he completed a Master of Science degree in Restorative and Aesthetic dentistry from the University Of Manchester, achieving a Distinction and is currently researching guided implantology in a PhD at Leeds University.

Adam lectures and Mentors on the Restorative and Aesthetics MSc for Manchester University and is Course Director and Lecturer for Several Guided Implant Systems such as SMOP and Dentiq having worked with computer assisted implant surgery from 2011 and having completed hundreds of fully and partially guided surgery cases in that time.

He currently sits as President of the International Digital Dental Academy, co-founding the unbiased platform for Digital Dentistry along with the Digital Dental Academy Masterclass Courses.

Adam was asked to sit as Professor of Digital Dentistry to oversee the integration of Digital technologies across all departments and also sit as Course Director for the MSc in Digital Dentistry with the College of Medicine and Dentistry, Birmingham.

Shortlisted, Finalist and Winner of several industry awards, from Best Young Dentist 2013,2014,2015 and 2017 to Best Dental Team and Best Oral Health Promoter 2014 & 2015 and winner of several categories in the 2015 and 2018 Aesthetic Dentistry Awards, Dentistry Awards and Private Dentistry Awards.

Overall a respected lecturer and mentor in the field of 3D radiograpy, digital dentistry, implant planning and template guided implant placement.

 

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The Influence of Digital Technology on Normal Daily Dentistry

This presentation aims to provide an overview of how digital technology has transformed dentistry, and how it is used in daily practice.
Digital technology has become increasingly important in dentistry, providing benefits to both dentists and patients alike.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Emre Övsay
Yeditepe University School of Dentistry Dept. of Endodontics

Dr. Emre Övsay has received his dental degree from Yeditepe University School of Dentistry in 2007. He has completed his PhD about Endodontics at Yeditepe University School of Dentistry, Dept. of Endodontics in 2013.He has earned “Associate Professor’s degree” in 2018. He has published many researches about fracture resistance of instruments and biomaterials in respected journals. He is currently working as faculty member and a senior lecturer in Yeditepe University School of Dentistry in Endodontics Department. He is experienced on micro endodontics, biomaterials, and micro endodontic surgery. His primary academic interests include #4 tapered anatomical shaping in endodontics, endodontic surgery and biomaterials in. He has been invited to special conferences and educational programs about Endodontics. He is the consultant doctor of Fanta Dental Turkey. He also continues the researches and the Ar-Ge studies with the new products. Dr Ovsay also teaches endodontics for undergraduate and post-graduate students in special educational training programs. Dr Emre Övsay is a member of ESE (European Society of Endodontology) and Turkısh Endodontic Society.

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A NOVEL APPROACH/ANATOMICAL SHAPING IN ENDODONTICS

DDS PHD DR. Emre Övsay is a Senior Lecturer, Assistant Professor, and Faculty Member who will be speaking on "A Novel Approach/Anatomical Shaping in Endodontics."

During this conference, Dr. Övsay will discuss the latest techniques and procedures for performing anatomical root canal treatments. With the help of #4 tapered instruments and irrigation, it is now possible to protect the anatomy of the root canal system without enlarging the canals.

The audience will learn about the benefits of anatomical shaping and gain insight into the key points of this innovative approach. Dr. Övsay will also showcase real-time clinical applications of anatomical shaping procedures through the use of 4K microscope videos and case studies.

This conference is a must-attend event for anyone interested in staying up-to-date on the latest developments in endodontic treatment.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Berkin Öztürk
DDS, PhD.

Dr. Berkin Öztürk, received his undergraduate degree in Dentistry (DDS) in 2009 from the Ankara University of Ankara, Turkey. In 2015, he obtained his doctoral degree in Prosthodontics (PhD) from the University of Ankara in Turkey. Following his professional training, Dr. Öztürk established Milim Dental Clinic in Ankara in 2011, and established Bursa Milim Dental Hospital as the sacond branch in 2015, oriented towards prosthodontics, implantology and esthetic dentistry.

Dr. Öztürk is an active member of EDAD, TDB and ITI. Dr. Öztürk continues his professional career in clinical studies on aesthetic dentistry, digital dentistry, oral implantology and as a national speaker.

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Assoc. Prof. Özgün Yusuf Özyılmaz
Bezmialem Vakıf University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Prosthetic

He was born in Konya/Ereğli in 1983. He completed his primary, secondary and high school education in Antalya and started his undergraduate education at Selcuk University Faculty of Dentistry in 2002. He completed his education in 2007 and started his doctorate in the same faculty in 2008 in the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry. Between 2008 and 2009, he continued doctorate education at the Warsaw University Faculty of Dentistry, Poland, and worked as a visiting researcher. In 2013, he presented his doctoral thesis on "The Effect of Different Mucous Thicknesses on Stress Distribution on Two Types of Implant Supported Overdenture Design" and left the Research Assistant staff in the same department in 2014.

Between 2014-2018, he worked as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Dentistry. He was appointed as an Assistant Professor at Bezmialem Vakıf University Faculty of Dentistry in 2018, and as an Associate Professor at the same university in 2020.

He participated in many national and international congresses and symposiums and presented oral and poster presentations at these congresses. He continues academic researches with national and international publications in prosthodontics field. He is a member of the Turkish Prosthodontics and Implantology Association.

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CONVENTIONAL IMPRESSION METHODS IN THE ALL-ON-FOUR CONCEPT

Osseointegrated dental implants are considered the gold standard for replacing lost teeth and surrounding structures which are require a certain healing period after they are placed in the bone and before they are loaded. If the patient needs surgical intervention such as alveolar ridge-bone augmentation and sinus lift operations, the recovery period may need to be extended. In biomechanically compromised environments, such as poor quality bone, tension on the crestal bone can be reduced by increasing the distribution of implants in the anteroposterior direction, placing longer implants, and maximizing the number of implants. The all-on-four concept sheds light on its use in edentulous patients; It is one of the treatment methods that surpasses the routine treatment alternative of conventional prostheses with successful results in short-term, long-term and retrospective studies. This treatment concept; In cases where the posterior bone volume is insufficient vertically or horizontally in the posterior regions, titled implants are placed in the posterior regions and straight implants are placed in the anterior region, allowing the hybrid prosthesis to be placed on four implants immediately or conventionally. Passivity of prosthetic components is one of the most important prerequisites in oral implant rehabilitation to maintain osseointegration. Particularly, the passive seating of the infrastructure to be attached to the independent and non-parallel implants is important both to protect the crestal bone and to prevent biomechanical complications. Impression with a open tray technique with splinted implants in clinical conditions can increase the prosthetic success.

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Professor Adrea Palermo, who graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry of the University of Modena in Italy in 1996, completed the Oral Implantology, Oral Surgery, Periodontal Surgery and Advanced Implant Surgery Master courses at the same faculty between 1997-2001.

Professor Palermo completed the Implantology and Cosmetic Dentistry Master's Course at New York University in 2005, and in the same year, he started to take a role as a lecturer in courses and congresses focusing on immediate loading procedures. He gives daily courses in different countries.

He is an active member of the World Academy of Growth Factors & Stem Cells in Dentistry.

Palermo, who is the clinical coordinator of New York University C.D.E Italian Graduates Association, has a permanent license in Maxillofacial Surgery at the Malta Medical Council, an international professorship at the University of Bari (Italy), and an Associate Professorship in Oral Implantology at the College of Medicine and Dentistry in Birmingham (England).

Professor Palermo is also the author of several publications and co-author of books in piezoelectric surgery implantology and autologous growth factors in bone regeneration. He also runs a private practice in Lecce (Italy).

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THE C.G.F. (CONCENTRATED GROWTH FACTORS) TECHNOLOGIES IN ORAL AND IMPLANT SURGERY

Nowadays treatment of complex cases is one of the clinical challenges of everyday practice.

Surgery for the placement of implants in complex cases needs a practitioner with adequate surgical training and experience and who understands the biological aspects and restorative needs of each clinical situation.

This presentation is designed for all dentists who perform implant dentistry and aim to increase their value, knowledge, and confidence

The purpose of this lecture is to provide an overview of the surgical options related to an alternative approach in oral and implant surgery.

The use of autogenous growth factors will be described as boosters of the tissue repair process.

Clinical data and personal cases will be shown, step by step, to remark the advantage of this approach.

This technique provides a faster, safer and easier way to manage complicate cases.

We have been seeking for a less invasive and an effective treatment option and it can be said that the concentrated growth factors (C.G.F.) may be a bright solution, taking your surgical work to the next level, safely.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Sameh Shaaban
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

May 2001
BDS, Mansoura University, Mansoura Dental School

2001-2002
Senior House Officer – Mansoura University Teaching Hospital

2003-2004
General Dental Practitioner – Air Defense Medical Services

2004
Dental implant training course – Ain Shams Dental School

2005
Advancing Implant training course – New York University

2004-2006
Specialist resident
Mansoura international hospital
Oral and Maxillofacial Unit

2007-2011
Specialist registrar
Mansoura International Hospital
Oral and Maxillofacial Unit

Diploma of Membership of Faculty of Dentistry Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland (MFDRCSI) 2010
Diploma of Membership of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MOMSRCSEd) 2012
Diploma of orthognathic surgery and surgical orthodontics International University of Catalonia - Barcelona – Spain (2014)

2012 till now
OMFS Specialist, Home Clinic, Kuwait

2014 till now
1dentalsurgeryclinic, Mansoura, Egypt

2018 till now
Elsouda clinic, 6 OF October City, Giza, Egypt

2021 till now
Tomorrow tooth clinic, New Cairo, Egypt

Workshops and Conference:

1- Greater Dental Meeting New York, USA

2- DIO Implant International Meeting Busan, Korea

3- 5th Scientific Conference of the Dakahlia Dental Syndicate

4- AOIA International Congress

5- IPS Empress Direct Comprehensive Practical& Theoretical Composite Course (IVOCLAR VIVADENT)

6- Art and Science of Porcelain Veneers (DENTSPLY UK)

7- Rapid Anesthesia, Reverse Preparation & Two cord Impression technique (GLIDEWELL LABORATORIES)

8- The Benefits of CAD/CAM restoration (GLIDEWELL LABORATORIES)

9- Prep & No prep Comprehensive Porcelain Veneer Techniques (GLIDEWELL LABORATORIES)

10- Strategies for treating Specific Anatomy (DENTAL EDUCATION LABORATORIES)

11- The Pre-Defined Endodontic Preparation (DENTAL EDUCATION LABORATORIES)

12- 3D Obturation: Materials and Techniques (DENTAL EDUCATION LABORATORIES)

13- Features and Techniques of the New GT Series X System of Instruments (DENTAL EDUCATION LABORATORIES)

14- Root Canal Access and Negotiation (DENTAL EDUCATION LABORATORIES)

15- The 14th International Dental Congress (EGYPTIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION)

16- Dental Implantology Experts' Meeting (ASOI-ICOI Symposium)

17- Towards achieving predictable implant dentistry (ASOI-ICOI-NYU)

18-Implant Prosthodontics Workshop (ASOI- ICOI Symposium)

19- Advanced course Maillefer Tapered Nickel Titanium Rotary System (Dr Franklin Weine DENSPLY MAILLEFER)

20- Maillefer Manual Protaper The Multi-tapered NiTi Instrument (Dr Edmond Koyess DENSPLY MAILLEFER)

21- New generation of restorative material (Dr Frank Pfefferkorn DENSPLY MAILLEFER)

22- HERO Shapers & HERO Fill Systems (Dentists Scientific Association in Mansoura)

23- Advanced Endodontic Protaper Course (DENTSPLY Middle East & Africa)

24- Developing your Clinical and Management Skills (ASOI-ICOI-NYU)

25- Critical Factors in Implant Aesthetics, Immediate Loading and Sinus Lifting (Dr Dennis Tarnow ASOI-NYU)

26- 6th DGZI International Implantology Congress "Sharing Experience"

27- Practical-Theoretical course on Implantology " Microdent Implant System" Spain

28- Comprehensive Implant Training using Zimmer Dental Implant System

29- El Askary Implantology course 49CE (Surgical module) NEW York University and ESOR

30- El Askary Implantology course 28 CE (Prosthetic module) NEW York University and ESOR

31- 3rd International Conference of the Egyptian Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons

32-Conscious Sedation in Dentistry (Ain Shams & Glasgow Universities)

33- Applied Surgical Anatomy for OMF Surgeons (Ain Shams & Glasgow Universities)

34- Orthodontics Surgery (Ain Shams & Glasgow Universities)

35- Periodontal Surgery (Ain Shams & Glasgow Universities)

35- Dental Implantology Didactic & Clinical Training Course 208 CE one year course (Oral and Maxillofacial Unit – Ain Shams University)

CURRICULUM VITAE

Assoc. Prof. Onur Şahin
İzmir Kâtip Çelebi University, Faculty Of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Dr. Onur Şahin was born in Kütahya in 1988. He graduated from Dentistry Faculty of Hacettepe University in 2011 and he completed his specialization training in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department of Gazi University in 2016. He has been worked as an academician in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department of İzmir Kâtip Çelebi University since 2017. He was entitled as an associate professor in 2021. In addition, since 2017, he has been continued his PhD training at Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Stem Cells. Dr. Onur Şahin's interests include that advanced implantology, hard and soft tissue augmentations of atrophic jaws, all-on-X treatment, zygomatic, pterygoid and transnasal implants, orthognathic surgery, temporomandibular joint disorders, medication related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) and stem cell and regenerative therapies. He has been as a speaker at many symposiums on implantology and oral and maxillofacial surgery. He has more than 40 articles published in national and international journals, and more than 100 posters/ oral papers presented in national and international congresses related with his scientific field. Also more than 160 references have been made to Dr. Sahin’s publications to date. (h-index:8 and i-10 index:7)

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Augmentation Techniques Applicable in Clinical Practice

Careful evaluation of available bone volume in future implant sites is a crucial step during implant treatment planning. In particular, horizontal ridge dimension should be regarded as one of the main parameters influencing peri-implant marginal bone stability. Previous studies demonstrated that, after implant insertion, buccal bone thickness ≥1.8–2.0 mm is necessary to prevent marginal bone resorption and subsequent soft tissue recession. Unfortunately, both maxillary and mandibular edentulous sites very often present insufficient buccolingual width to allow standard implant placement in an adequate horizontal bone envelope. Hence, horizontal ridge augmentation techniques are often required as an essential part of the treatment plan to ensure positive medium- and long-term clinical outcomes of implant-supported rehabilitations. Limitations, benefits and disadvantages of the existing bone augmentation techniques should always be considered in order to understand and follow the best clinical indications for each individual case. Various surgical approaches are available to increase horizontal ridge dimension. In this presentation, augmentation techniques that can be applied in clinical practice will be explained.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Özgür Yıldırım Torun
Dentist, Microbiology, PhD

Özgür Yıldırım Torun has graduated from Marmara University, Faculty of Dentistry in 1997.

He has completed a MSc degree at Karadeniz Technical University, Medical Faculty, Department of Microbiology in 1999 and is the author of

MSc thesis ‘’Rapid detection of Ten Suspected Periodontal Pathogens in Subgingival Plaque Samples From Adult Periodontitis by PCR’’.

From 2000 to 2007 he was a research assistant at Hacettepe University.

He has completed a PhD degree at Hacettepe University, Medical Faculty, Department of Microbiology in 2007. He is the author of the international PhD thesis ‘’Lethal Photosensitization of Oral Pathogens’’.

In 2016, graduated from Anadolu University, Department of Audio-Visual Techniques and Media Production for the programme in Photography and Camera Operation.

In 2019, graduated from Anadolu University, Department of Marketing and Advertising for the programme in Brand Communication.

One of his passionate field is dental photography. He is teaching how to

use light in dental photography and videography. He is the inventor of Good Design 2020 awarded Owlbracket which is a flash bracket for DSLR&DSLM(Mirrorless) cameras.

He is giving lectures and working on Ozone Plasma Therapy in dentistry, microbial control of clinical air.

He is giving hands-on courses and lectures on esthetic applications of composite resins.

He is a member of the International Team For Implantology (ITI), Turkish Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EDAD), European Society of Cosmetic Dentistry (ESCD), Turkish Society of Microbiology (TMC).

Since 1997; He is a self employed professional in the field of esthetic restorative dentistry, implant dentistry and perio-plastic surgery in Ankara.

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Informative Dental Photography

Contemporarily, dentists make a lot of effort to meet the high aesthetic expectations of patients. Photographs constitute the most important part of multidimensional communication in dentistry. In addition to being one of the fundamental instruments necessary for our professional improvement, dental photography is also at the center of the interaction in the patient-dentist and laboratory triangle. After the section in which the theoretical basis of the question "Why Dental Photography?" will be explained, the most commonly used intraoral and extraoral photography technics will be reviewed on the basis of best practices.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Recep Uzgur
​Implantologist and Prosthetist

After graduating from the Faculty of Dentistry at Atatürk University in 2008, Dr. Recep Uzgur worked in a state hospital for a while and then began his PhD education in the Department of Prosthodontics at Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2010. In 2014, with his thesis titled "Evaluation of Fit of Fixed Partial Dentures Obtained by Different Computer-Aided Manufacturing Methods," Dr. Recep Uzgur became a science doctor and was awarded the title of Prosthodontics Specialist by the Ministry of Health.

Dr. Recep Uzgur has participated in various scientific research and projects, and his completed studies have been published in important journals such as the Journal of Prosthodontics, The International Journal of Prosthodontics, and the European Journal of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry.

Dr. Recep Uzgur has given speeches at congresses and seminars in various countries, particularly in USA and Germany. In clinical practice, he specializes in digital dentistry and implantology and provides courses and seminars on these topics.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Prof. Dr. Emir Yüzbaşıoğlu
Bahçeşehir University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Prosthodontics

Dr. Yüzbaşıoğlu graduated from Ondokuz Mayıs University, Faculty of Dentistry in 2003. He earned his doctorate degree in 2006 from Ondokuz Mayıs University Institute of Health Sciences in the field of Prosthodontics with his thesis titled "Investigation of ceramic implant abutments used in implant-supported fixed prostheses by finite element method". In 2010, he was appointed as Assistant Professor, in 2017 as Associate Professor and in 2022 as Professor. He is currently Vice Dean of Bahçeşehir University Faculty of Dentistry and Head of the Department of Prosthodontics. He continues his postgraduate education  at Bahçeşehir University Institute of Educational Sciences, Department of Educational Technologies, Educational Technologies Master programme. He is an active member of Turkish Dental Association (TDB), Turkish Prosthodontics and Implantology Association (TPID), International Association of Dental Research (IADR) and Computer Aided Dentistry Academy (CADA).

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Digital Transformation in Dental Practices; Tips for Clinicians
History shows that each revolution is built on the foundation of the next revolution. The 5th industrial revolution is expected to build on the 4th industrial revolution, but this will go one step further. It can be questioned that most sectors have only recently adapted to industry 4.0 and that it is not a bit early for industry 5.0. This conference will discuss how digital transformation is taking place in dental practice and what dentists can expect with industry 5.0.