– World-renowned researcher and clinician in Minimal Interventional Dentistry and Cavity Pathology.
– Professor at the University of Queensland, Australia from 2009.
– Former Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Kuwait in 2012 and University of Sharjah, UAE in 2016.
Visiting Professor at:
+ King College, London.
+ University of Queensland, Australia.
+ University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
+ University of Singapore, Singapore.
+ University of Thammasat, Bangkok, Thailand.
– Dean of the University of Western Australia Dental School.
– Director of the Oral Health Centre Western Australia.
– Member of the State Oral Health Council of Western Australia.

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• Associate Prof. Silvio Mario Meloni – Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Italy, Dr. Giovanni Altana – Private Practice, Sardinia, Italy
• Assoc. Prof. Marco Pisano – University of Sassari, Italy

Background and Objectives
Barrier membrane selection is a key factor for predictable outcomes in Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR). Non-resorbable membranes such as PTFE provide excellent space maintenance but are associated with complications including exposure and the need for a second surgery. Thick cross-linked bovine pericardium membranes have been introduced as a resorbable alternative capable of combining mechanical stability with favorable biological behavior.

Content
Recent clinical studies and case series have evaluated bovine pericardium membranes in socket preservation, periodontal regeneration, sinus augmentation and GBR procedures. Their multi-laminar collagen-elastin structure provides high tensile strength, good suturing resistance and prolonged resorption time when cross-linked. Clinical evidence shows predictable horizontal bone gain and moderate vertical augmentation when used with particulate grafts and membrane fixation. Compared with non-resorbable barriers, pericardium membranes demonstrate a more favorable healing profile and reduced complications in case of membrane exposure. 

Conclusions
Cross-linked bovine pericardium membranes represent a reliable resorbable option for horizontal and moderate vertical bone augmentation, offering predictable outcomes while reducing patient morbidity and eliminating the need for membrane removal.

Prof. Vo Truong Nhu Ngoc, DDS, PhD
– Currently, he is the Vice Head of the School of Dentistry, Hanoi Medical University, as well as the Head of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Deputy Director of the Center for High-Tech Dentistry, president of Vietnam association of pediatric dentistry.
– He graduated DDS in 2000, resident doctor in 2004 and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in 2010, at Hanoi Medical University. He was recognized by the Vietnam State

– Council for Professor as Associate Professor in 2015 and Professor in 2022.
– During his professional work, he has participated and chaired several research projects at Ministerial and national level. He has also published more than 160 scientific articles, including over 50 articles in reputable international journals in the ISI or Scopus repository. Furthermore, he has edited and contributed to the compilation of 18 textbooks, monographs and reference books for training and research.
– Member of the International Association of Paediatric Dentistry, International Team for Implantology (ITI), and Vietnamese Association of Orthodontists.
– Main research directions he is pursuing at the moment is Minimally Invasive and Preventive Dentistry.

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Current Affiliation

• 2nd Century Fund Visiting Professor of Implant Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand 
• Honorary Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong 
• Affiliated Researcher, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institute, Sweden 
• Academic Director of the International MSc on Implants and Esthetics, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand 
• Director of a startup in digital dental technology, Hong Kong 
• Private practitioner focused on oral rehabilitation and implant dentistry, Hong Kong 

Educational Background

• DDS, University of Athens, Greece 
• MSc in Health Informatics, University of Malmö, Sweden 
• PhD in Periodontology, University of Malmö, Sweden 
• MASc in Periodontology, Fixed Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry, University of Bern, Switzerland 

Primary Area of Expertise

• Implant dentistry 
• Computer assisted implant surgery 
• Digital dentistry 
• Oral rehabilitation 
• Tissue regeneration 

Role in the Submitted Research

• Principal presenter and author 
• Responsible for scientific analysis, interpretation of current evidence, and presentation of clinical applications and future perspectives of CAIS technologies 
• Research and Scientific Presentation Experience

• Published more than 180 articles in international peer-reviewed journals 
• Recipient of the International Association of Dental Research Researcher’s Award (2003, 2013) 
• Recipient of the Andre Schroeder Award (2014, 2021) 
• Associate Editor of the International Journal of Prosthodontics 
• Former Editor-in-Chief of the ITI Academy 
• Member of multiple international editorial boards 
• Head of the International Team for Implantology Education Committee 
• Member of the ITI Board of Directors and long-serving ITI Fellow 
• International lecturer and educator in online and face-to-face implant dentistry education programs worldwide 
• Ranked among the top 2% most impactful researchers in Dentistry by Stanford University (2025) 

• Research and Scientific Presentation Experience:

• Computer Assisted Implant Surgery 
• Dynamic Navigation in Implant Dentistry 
• Digital Workflow in Oral Rehabilitation 
• Implant Prosthesis Design and Clinical Outcomes 
• Emerging Technologies in Implant Dentistry

Background and Objective: Computer Assisted Implant Surgery (CAIS) has become an established standard for precise and accurate placement of dental implants. Either as static, dynamic or robotic, CAIS represents a complete workflow starting with digital treatment planning, enabling accurate implant placement and supporting advanced immediate loading protocols. Content: Static and dynamic CAIS are based on different core technologies and therefore present different indications, possibilities and limitations. Static CAIS is currently the most established clinical approach, while dynamic technologies are rapidly evolving and challenging current standards. Robotic CAIS has also progressed beyond proof of principle, with thousands of implants already placed using robotic systems. Despite the rapid development of these technologies, broader implementation into routine clinical practice still faces several challenges, including high investment costs, learning curve, technical limitations, cost-effectiveness considerations, procedural scope and patient-related factors. This presentation discusses the current potential and limitations of different CAIS technologies through both clinical experience and scientific evidence. Recent studies and important aspects of static and dynamic systems beyond surgical accuracy will also be reviewed. Conclusion: The presentation aims to provide insight into the future direction of CAIS and evaluate whether robotic implant surgery may become an essential component of modern implant practice.

Keywords: Computer assisted implant surgery; Dynamic navigation; Static guided surgery; Robotic implant surgery; Digital implant workflow.

 Current workplace

– University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City

– Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontics

– Vice-dean of faculty, Head of department

Educational qualifications

– Ph.D. in 2016 at Mahidol University, Thailand

– Associate Professor, appointed in 2022

Main area of ​specialization: Periodontology

Role in the registered project:

– Principal author

– Representative scientific research:

+ Do KQ, Thai TT, Lam VQ, Nguyen TT. Development and validation of artificial intelligence models for automated periodontitis staging and grading using panoramic radiographs. BMC Oral Health. 2025;25(1):1623. 

+ Nguyen TH, Nguyen TT, Vo LT, Duong TH, Ho TH, Pham TUN, Pham NNN, Huynh CNN. Periodontal status in patients with chronic skin diseases: a pilot study. Chulalongkorn Medical Journal. 2025;69(5):269-275.

Background and Objective

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming every field of medicine, including periodontology. Simultaneously, periodontal prevention, diagnosis, and treatment have a significant environmental impact. This report highlights the revolutionary role of AI in periodontology, as well as the transition towards sustainable periodontology.

Content

AI makes many tasks in periodontal practice easier, alongside significant limitations. Periodontal interventions contribute to the environmental burden; however, periodontology can promote oral and systemic health, indirectly reducing carbon emissions from interventions.

Conclusion

Despite its many advantages, AI cannot replace clinicians, but it is a valuable supporting tool. On the other hand, periodontal practitioners also need to promote environmental protection and adopt sustainable oral health care practices.

Keywords

Periodontology, artificial intelligence, sustainability

Current Affiliation

• Institution: Sunshine Dental Chain Clinics
• Professional title: Founder and Director
• Council Member of F.O.R China
• Accredit Tutor of Master of Implantology, Goethe University of Frankfurt am Main, Germany
• Diplomate and Vice President of ICOI China
• Diplomate of ICD
• Vice President of CAED
• EAO Certified in Implant Dentistry

Educational Background

• DDS and Ph.D in Prosthetic Dentistry, West China College of Stomatology, China (2006)
• Specialty: Implant Dentistry and Prosthetic Dentistry

• Implant dentistry
• Dynamic navigation surgery
• Full-arch rehabilitation
• Digital implant workflow

Primary Area of Expertise

• Dental Implantology
• Digital Dentistry

Role in the Submitted Research

• Principal author and presenter
• Responsible for clinical concept development, surgical workflow implementation, case analysis, and scientific presentation preparation

Research and Scientific Presentation Experience

1. Founder and Director of Sunshine Dental Chain Clinics since 2014
2. Accredit Tutor of Master of Implantology, Goethe University of Frankfurt am Main since 2013
3. EAO Certified in Implant Dentistry (2015)
4. Diplomate of ICOI since 2016
5. Organizer and lecturer of Implant Continuing Education Courses in China since 2017
6. Conducted more than 13 training seasons with over 1,000 implant dentists trained

Background and Objective: In the 2026 digital dentistry era, Dynamic Navigation (DN) technology has transitioned from an optional tool to an essential standard for competitive advantage and superior surgical precision. Content: This report analyzes the integration of a 100% DN-driven workflow into clinical practice, spanning from patient intake and education to surgical execution. Key clinical applications discussed include esthetic zone immediate implants using markless navigation in narrow gaps, full-arch immediate loading, and real-time safety management in high-risk anatomical zones such as the maxillary sinus and inferior alveolar nerve. The same-day digital workflow is further streamlined through digital checklists and professional team coordination. Conclusion: Comprehensive adoption of dynamic navigation technology not only ensures clinical safety and accuracy but also establishes premium branding and enhances operational efficiency for modern dental practices.

Keywords: Dynamic navigation; Dental implants; Guided surgery; Digital workflow; Markless navigation.

In Japan, long-standing efforts to prevent dental caries and periodontal disease have led to substantial improvements in oral health. As a result, the “8020 Campaign” has achieved remarkable success, with more than 60% of older adults retaining 20 or more natural teeth at the age of 80 as of 2024. However, it has also become evident that even when the number of remaining teeth is maintained, a certain proportion of older adults experience difficulties in “eating and speaking” due to declines in oral functions such as mastication, swallowing, and articulation. This highlights that the goal of dental care has reached a stage where it should shift from simply maintaining the number of teeth to preserving and improving oral function. 

Against this background, Japan has implemented several new strategies focusing on oral function. First is the concept of “oral frailty,” proposed as a population-based approach. This concept identifies the accumulation of subtle declines in oral function as an early warning sign of future frailty. Initiated by the Kanagawa Dental Association, it has been widely disseminated and socially implemented through collaboration with the Japan Dental Association and related academic societies. Second is “oral hypofunction,” a diagnostic category introduced into the national dental insurance system in 2018. This globally unique system enables objective assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for oral function, thereby formally positioning functional management within clinical dental practice. Third is the “oral function improvement service” under the long-term care insurance system, which focuses on prevention and targets older adults requiring care. 

This lecture will provide an overview of these three key strategies and discuss the current status and significance of oral function management for older adults in Japan. It is my sincere hope that Japan’s experience will offer valuable insights for our colleagues in Vietnam, where population aging is rapidly progressing.

• Current affiliation: Dr. D.Y. Patil Dental College & Hospital, Pimpri, Pune; Dept. of Orthodontics; Visiting Professor.
• Educational background: 
  • Highest degree: MDS (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics), 1996, Govt. Dental College & Hospital, Mumbai; Major: Orthodontics.
• Main professional field: Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.
• Role in registered study / professional roles:
  • President, Indian Dental Association (IDA), Pune Branch (2009–2010).
  • Founder Convener, Pune Orthodontic Study Group (POSG).
  • Ex–Executive Committee (EC) Member, Indian Orthodontic Society (IOS); served as EC member in 2013–2014, 2014–2015, 2015–2016, 2017–2018, and 2018–2019.
  • An active member of Indian Orthodontic Society
  • An active member of Indian Dental Association
  • Fellow of World Federation of Orthodontist (FWFO)
  • International Member of American Association of Orthodontists

Class II malocclusion is one of the most prevalent orthodontic anomalies, typically characterized by a retrusive mandible, a protrusive maxilla, or a combination of both. Management ranges across all age groups and requires careful spatial analysis and customization

In Class II malocclusion, the most prevalent component is retrusive lower jaw, frequently driven by mandibular retrognathism. Managing these cases efficiently requires appliances that minimize reliance on patient compliance while achieving stable skeletal and dental changes

The Class II corrector has to be preferably hybrid so as to have the combination of rigidity and flexibility to offer sufficient biological response along with ease of functionality to the mastication and other functions. This makes the growth modulation predictable for the clinician and comfortable for the patient. FORSUS Fatigue Resistant Device (FRD) is a hybrid, semi-rigid, telescoping functional appliance which satisfies the necessary requirements of a Class II corrector. 

The FORSUS Fixed Functional Appliance serves as a highly reliable, compliance-independent tool for Class II correction. It successfully bridges the gap between complex removable appliances and invasive surgical interventions for a wide range of growing and late-adolescent patients

Clinical data demonstrates that the Forsus appliance effectively corrects Class II discrepancies through a combination of dental and skeletal effects. Key outcomes include successful distal movement of the maxillary dentition, mesial migration of the mandibular dentition, modulation of mandibular growth and modest restriction of maxillary forward growth

This presentation evaluates differential diagnostic protocols and biomechanical strategies for treating Class II malocclusions, with a primary focus on the clinical efficacy, advantages, and limitations of the FORSUS Fixed Functional Appliance

Current positions:

• Assistant Lecturer of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, AL-Turath University, Baghdad, Iraq.
• Head of quality assurance unit, Faculty of Dentistry, AL-Turath University, Baghdad, Iraq.
• Senior lecturer Of Orthodontics, Department of Orthodontics, United Dental Academy, Baghdad, Iraq.
• Senior lecturer Of Orthodontics, Zarcon Courses, Baghdad, Iraq.

Education and degrees

• Bachelor’s degree of oral and dental medicine future university in Egypt.
• Internship in Dental hospital of Future university (2013-2014).
• Clinical attachment of microscopic dentistry. (2013-2014)
• Master of Science in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics in Al-Azhar University. (2015-2020).
• PhD Student in Orthodontics, USM University, Penang, Malalysia (2025- Present)

Orthodontic treatment is not limited to tooth alignment; it depends on accurate diagnosis, biomechanical planning, and the ability to select appropriate treatment approaches according to each clinical situation. In contemporary orthodontics, clinicians are frequently required to manage different levels of complexity while maintaining control over tooth movement, anchorage, occlusal relationships, esthetics, function, and treatment efficiency.

This lecture will present a clinical and biomechanical perspective on orthodontic decision – making across different treatment scenarios. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the biological and mechanical principles that guide treatment planning, selecting suitable force systems, and anticipating possible side effects during treatment. Through a problem-solving approach, the lecture will highlight how careful biomechanical thinking can improve treatment predictability and support more efficient clinical outcomes.

The session will also discuss the relationship between diagnosis, treatment objectives, appliance selection, anchorage planning, and finishing considerations. By integrating clinical reasoning with biomechanical principles, this lecture aims to provide orthodontists and dental professionals with a structured approach to managing challenging orthodontic situations in daily practice.

Objectives
By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the importance of biomechanical thinking in orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical decision-making.
2. Recognize how different treatment approaches can be selected according to case complexity, treatment objectives, and expected clinical outcomes.
3. Apply a problem-solving mindset to improve treatment predictability, minimize unwanted side effects, and enhance the efficiency of orthodontic treatment.

• 1990 – 1996: Graduate at Faculty of Odonto-Stomatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh city.
• 2018 – 2020: Clinical specialist training, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh city.
• 2017 – now: Chair of Orthodontic Department, National Hospital of Odonto-Stomatology Ho Chi Minh city.
• Member of Vietnamese Association of Orthodontists (VAO), Secretary general 
• Member of Korean Association of Lingual Orthodontists (KALO)
• Member of American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA)
• Member of World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO)

In contemporary dentistry, where precision, minimal invasiveness, tissue preservation, and digital technologies are increasingly emphasized, tooth autotransplantation has gained renewed interest as both a biologically sound and sustainable treatment option, particularly in orthodontics and in growing patients. This presentation aims to review the current role of tooth autotransplantation in orthodontic practice, identify the main prognostic factors affecting clinical success, and discuss its relevance within the concept of intelligent and sustainable dentistry.

The presentation will summarize common clinical indications, principles of donor tooth and recipient site selection, and the biologic determinants of favorable outcomes, including preservation of periodontal ligament vitality… Particular emphasis will be placed on the orthodontic contribution to space preparation, positioning of the transplanted tooth, occlusal integration, and long-term functional finishing. Recent digital advances, such as cone-beam computed tomography, intraoral scanning, virtual treatment planning, 3D-printed donor tooth replicas, and surgical guides, will be highlighted as practical tools that improve preoperative assessment, reduce surgical trauma, shorten extraoral time, and increase treatment predictability. From a sustainability perspective, tooth autotransplantation preserves alveolar bone, maintains periodontal ligament function, allows future orthodontic movement, and utilizes the patient’s own biological tissue rather than an artificial substitute. In conclusion, tooth autotransplantation represents a personalized, biologically driven, and digitally supported treatment strategy that aligns closely with the principles of smart and sustainable orthodontic care.

Keywords
Tooth autotransplantation; orthodontics; intelligent and sustainable dentistry; digital workflow; 3D printing.

[Biography]

• March 2008 Graduated from Kanagawa Dental University
• April 2008 Joined Japan Medical Alliance Ebina General Hospital as a resident in dentistry and dental oral surgery
• March 2009 Completed residency in dentistry and dental and oral surgery, Japan Medical Alliance Ebina General Hospital
• April 2009 Full-time at Medical Intelligence, Medical Corporation
• February 2013 Part-time Oral Surgery at Yoshitamakai Medical Corporation
• October 2014 Obtained a clinical training instructor from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
• September 16, 2015 Yamato Ekimae Family Dental Opened
• December 1, 2017 Established ST Advance Medical Corporation
• June 18, 2021 slabo Co., Ltd. Established
• July 1, 2022 Yamato Ekimae Family Dental Sirius Clinic opened
• January 2024 Yamato Ekimae Family Dentistry Relocated to the main clinic
• June 2025 Changed the name of Daiwa Sirius Adult Children’s Dentistry Branch

[Introduction]
Opened a clinic in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture in September 2015, established S Lab Co., Ltd. (a metal-free laboratory) in June 2021, and opened a branch in the city in July 2022 It was expanded and opened. He specializes in implant treatment from mouthpiece orthodontics (Smile TRU) to wire orthodontics and impacted tooth extraction. Nationwide since 2016 He has given many seminars on Smile TRU, and in October 2019, he gave a lecture on Smile TRU at the International Congress in Dallas, USA. May 2023 In Rome, Italy, and in November 2024, in Bangkok, Thailand, at the ORAL RECONSTRUCTION GLOBAL SYPOSIUM, eachm POSTER was accepted. Currently, he is a member of the Immediate Load Research Institute He also serves as a director and instructor of the research association and strives to study every day. In March 2024, he founded Study groupe infinity with Dr. Azusa Hosoya and Dr. Katsuichiro Maruo.

The use of IPG has significantly reduced the number of mismatches in long-distance bridges, which has been a challenge for conventional IOS. In particular, in the data migration from provisional to final,
accurate location information can be maintained without re-scanning, which can be expected to shorten chair time and improve the efficiency of technician operations. In addition, it is likely to be an essential tool for obtaining a highly accurate passive fit in full-arch cases, and as a highly accurate digital mounting protocol, it is expected to improve its reliability in clinical practice.