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A Critical Perspective on Contemporary Adhesive Rehabilitation
Adhesive dentistry has revolutionized the dental profession over the past few decades. With science and evidence-based information, we now have a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between dental materials and the dental substrate. This presentation covers the challenges clinicians face every day and how certain decisions impact outcomes. The importance of dental preparation parameters and the proper selection of adhesive restorative material is critical for predictable clinical success.
About the Presenter:Dr. Carlos De Carvalho practices full-time in private practice in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. He earned his PhD from the University of São Paulo (USP FOB) and holds a Master of Science in biomaterials from the University of Siena, Italy. He also completed a prosthodontics residency at the University of São Paulo (USP FOB).
Interdisciplinary Prosthetic Management of Esthetically Compromised Implants
This lecture presents a clinically driven workflow for the rehabilitation of esthetically compromised implants. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic protocols, soft tissue conditioning and prosthetic strategies to optimize peri-implant esthetics. The content integrates surgical prosthetic coordination to enhance predictability in complex anterior cases.
About the Presenter:Firmly entrenched within the high aesthetic requirements of Brazilian dentistry, I have focused my work on the demanding disciplines of soft tissue design and reconstruction. I have vast experience in immediate implant placement with temporization, from a single tooth to full-arch rehabilitation. I have been invited to lecture and perform training courses about soft tissue (design, preservation and reconstruction) in several post-graduate courses as well as congresses and seminars from Latin America to overseas.
Clear Aligners in Interdisciplinary Dentofacial Therapy (IDT): Asset or Liability?
In recent years, clear aligners have revolutionized orthodontic treatment, offering patients enhanced esthetics, comfort and convenience. However, the critical question remains: Are clear aligners an asset or a liability for the interdisciplinary team striving to achieve the highest standards of health and esthetics for their patients? This presentation will address that question, focusing on morbidity, predictability, functionality, chair time, treatment time and, of course, the overall excellence of the final interdisciplinary result. Key points will be illustrated with numerous interdisciplinary cases, including complex ones focusing on overall patient beauty and wellness.
About the Presenter:Dr. Roblee practiced general restorative dentistry in Dallas before returning to pursue graduate studies in orthodontics at Baylor College of Dentistry. Recognized worldwide for his work in esthetic dentistry, orthodontic techniques and interdisciplinary therapy, Roblee has delivered more than 500 professional presentations across the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia and Japan.
A diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, Roblee is also the author of numerous publications and videos, including the textbook Interdisciplinary Dentofacial Therapy: A Comprehensive Approach to Optimal Patient Care (Quintessence Publishing Co., Inc.).
In addition to his private practice, he serves as an associate clinical professor at Baylor College of Dentistry in both the restorative and orthodontic departments. Roblee is an active member of several prestigious dental organizations, including the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, where he is a past president.
Advances in Materials and Concepts in the Rehabilitation of Complex Cases
Digital technologies offer access to more diagnostic information and enable greater predictability. With the shift to monolithic polymer materials, innovative options for evaluating esthetics and function are available. CAD/CAM-fabricated bimaxillary splints allow exploration of the final treatment goal through reversible test drives. Because the splints are removable, surgical, periodontal and restorative pretreatments can be integrated during this period. The transition to definitive restorations can be divided into multiple treatment steps, minimizing the risk factors of complex rehabilitations.
Learning Objectives
Daniel Edelhoff is currently director and chair of the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry at Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU) in Munich. He is a board-certified specialist in prosthodontics and a member of the advisory board of the German Society of Prosthodontics and Biomaterials, as well as a fellow of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (AAED). Edelhoff received three “Best Teacher” awards in 2011, 2012, and 2013 from the dental students of LMU and the Bavarian Association of Dentists. Since 2014, he has been an active member of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EAED). In 2016, he became president of the German Association of Dental Technology (ADT) and in 2019, academic dean of dental medicine at LMU. In 2021, he was the scientific chairman of the first EAED virtual meeting.
The System Behind the Smile
Dr. Gunson's presentation explores how variations in facial skeletal structure and occlusal planes shape not only the appearance of the smile and overall facial esthetics, but also essential functions of the face—including breathing, eating, and communicating.
About the Presenter:Michael J. Gunson, DDS, MD, is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon who practices in Santa Barbara, CA. He graduated from the UCLA Dental School and the Medical School and received his specialty certificate in oral and maxillofacial surgery from UCLA. Dr. Gunson partnered with Dr. G. William Arnett at the Center for Corrective Jaw Surgery in Santa Barbara, California. Their surgical practice has always been limited to diagnosing and treating facial growth problems by performing corrective jaw surgeries.
Dr. Gunson is passionate about facial esthetics and facial function, believing they go hand in hand. He diagnoses and treats patients with facial and dental esthetic concerns, difficulty with chewing and speaking, and sleep apnea. Dr. Gunson’s orthognathic and esthetic surgical techniques provide accurate, beautiful, and functional results that improve patient health and satisfaction.
Dr. Gunson is also an associate professor at the Boston University School of Dentistry, a resident faculty at Spear Education, and a member of many dental professional groups. He has hospital privileges at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He enjoys teaching and lecturing throughout the world and publishing research on orthognathic surgery, facial function, dental and facial esthetics, obstructive sleep apnea, and the treatment of TMJ arthritis and condylar resorption.
Dr. Gunson loves his wife and three children, enjoys skiing, serving in his community, reading, speaking French, and researching ancient Near Eastern religions and practices.
Overcoming Clinical Challenges in a Restorative Dental Practice Using Techniques to Master the Adhesive Interface
Balancing a busy day in private practice with the many different materials and techniques we’re all exposed to can be confusing, frustrating and overwhelming. Accurate diagnosis, proper material selection and strong clinical skills are critical for achieving the best possible result. Minimally invasive procedures have proven to provide predictable and long-lasting results when the best techniques are applied. This fast-paced lecture will review adhesive science and showcase several clinical cases to demonstrate the possibilities.
About the Presenter:Dr. Brucia is a graduate of the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, where he is currently an assistant professor of dental practice. He is practicing esthetic and restorative dentistry full time in San Francisco, California. Dr. Brucia is the chair of the FACE Occlusion Study Club, where he directs all clinical education. He is the 2011 recipient of the Gordon J. Christensen Recognition Lecturer Award and the 2021 recipient of the Goldstein Burning Bush Award for excellence in dental education. In 2010, Dr. Brucia was elected a fellow of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and served as the 2023 president. He has also been selected by Dentistry Today as one of the top clinicians in dental continuing education.
Expanding Possibilities: Customized Adult Expansion in Comprehensive Dentistry
As the connections between airway health, occlusion, facial structure and systemic wellness become clearer, dentists are in a key position to lead integrative, whole-patient treatment strategies. Drs. Ilya Lipkin and Tracey Nguyen will cover how customized expansion fits into the broader scope of comprehensive care — enhancing not only dental form and function but also breathing, sleep and overall quality of life. Clinical cases and practical insights will demonstrate how individualized expansion can elevate long-term patient outcomes and modern dental practice.
About the Presenter:Dr. Tracey Nguyen
Dr. Tracey Nguyen is a scientific advisor for the Kois Center and a leader in dental education specializing in airway management and cosmetic dentistry. She combines her expertise to create smiles that are both beautiful and supportive of better breathing and overall health, maintaining a private practice just 30 minutes outside Washington, D.C., in Northern Virginia.
Accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry since 2015 and named one of the Top 25 Women in Dentistry by Dental Products Report in 2016, Dr. Nguyen lectures on dentistry’s role in treating patients with dental malocclusions linked to airway and sleep disorders. She also serves as a visiting faculty mentor at Spear Education, frequently leading the Airway Workshop by Dr. Jeff Rouse.
In 2016, she founded the Sleep and Airway Group, a local interdisciplinary team focused on airway health. In 2020, she co-founded ASAP (Airway, Sleep and Pediatric Pathway), an online mini-residency for pediatric dental sleep medicine. With deep expertise in pediatric airway management, she treats and co-manages related conditions through dental interventions such as oral appliances, skeletal expansion, orthodontics and surgery. In 2024, she earned diplomate status with the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, recognized as the gold standard in the field. She advocates for airway screening beginning at birth and continuing throughout life.
An international speaker, Dr. Nguyen is part of the Seattle Study Club curriculum, connecting with more than 150 study clubs worldwide. Her social media platform fosters global collaboration among clinicians to improve understanding and treatment of airway disease.
Dr. Ilya Lipkin
Born in Moscow, Russia, Dr. Ilya Lipkin immigrated to the United States with his family in 1990. Working full time, he simultaneously earned a bachelor’s degree from New York University. He went on to earn his dental degree from NYU’s College of Dentistry. Dr. Lipkin then completed his residency in orthodontics in the college’s department of post-graduate orthodontics. An education enthusiast, he went on to get additional training in the Roth-Williams philosophy, which believes orthodontics should address all the structure of the chewing system, especially the jaw joints, which lack in traditional orthodontic education today.
“When I came to the United States, my teeth made me look like Dracula. Not surprisingly, in my second year of dental school I became an orthodontic patient and wore a full metal set of braces. I got them off a day before my wedding. Straightening my teeth was a life-changing process. It gave me the kind of self-confidence I’ve never had before. It had such an impact on my life that I decided I want to give that gift to other people. Dentistry is my love, but orthodontics is my PASSION!"
Planning the Profile
7 steps are involved in maximizing facial profile results. This presentation will discuss the steps and why they are essential to a perfect profile.
Learning Objectives:
Dr. Arnett graduated with honors from the University of Southern California dental school and completed a specialty in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the University of California, Los Angeles. His practice focused on facial reconstruction, combining surgery and research. From 1975 to 1985, he practiced oral and maxillofacial surgery; from 1985 to 2016, his practice was limited exclusively to orthognathic surgery. An international speaker, Arnett has published numerous papers on all aspects of orthognathic surgery. He co-authored Facial and Dental Planning for Orthodontists and Oral Surgeons with Dr. Richard McLaughlin and is the co-founder of FAB software, powered by Nemotec.
His academic roles included assistant professor in the Department of Orthodontics at Loma Linda University; clinical assistant professor at USC; senior lecturer in oral and maxillofacial surgery at UCLA; clinical professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; and visiting professor at the Universidad del Desarrollo School of Dentistry in Santiago, Chile.
Widely recognized for his contributions to orthodontics and surgery, Dr. Arnett received the B.F. and Helen E. Dewel Clinical Orthodontic Award and was honored with the paper of the year by the American Association of Orthodontists for his publication “Facial Keys to Orthodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, parts 1 and 2.” In 2013, induction into the Dawson Academy acknowledged his outstanding contributions to dentistry, followed by his 2015 induction into the Edward H. Angle Society for his work in orthodontics and surgery. Most recently, in 2023, the American Association of Orthodontists awarded him the outstanding contribution award.
Immediate Restorations Redefined: Predictability in a Digital Era
Modern immediate implant protocols can save time for both clinicians and patients. To realize these benefits, treatment options must be critically compared, weighing the risks associated with faster procedures. If risks are low and success rates are similar — especially regarding esthetic outcomes — longer treatments may not be justified. Achieving efficiency requires team-based planning to minimize complications. When done correctly, immediate restoration can be the best option. This lecture will cover current strategies for single-tooth and full-arch cases, with a focus on digital tools and how technology can help reduce treatment time and improve interdisciplinary outcomes.
About the Presenter:Dr. Paul Leonhard Schuh received his dental degree from the private University Witten/Herdecke in 2012. Before this, he completed a three-year dental technician program in Bamberg, Germany. At the dental clinic of Witten/Herdecke University, he worked as a research associate in the department of prosthodontics and dental technology of Prof. Dr. Andree Piwowarczyk. In 2013, he joined the team of Dr. Wolfgang Bolz and Prof. Dr. Hannes Wachtel at Implaneo Dental Clinic in Munich for a postgraduate program in periodontology and implantology.
Dr. Schuh was a lecturer at the Institute for Periodontology and Implantology Munich (IPI) and has published scientific articles in journals for implant and esthetic dentistry. Since 2014, he has been an associate fellow and an expert of the Foundation for Oral Rehabilitation (FOR) and is a lecturer of the Dresden International University “Master of Science of Periodontology and Implant Therapy” in cooperation with the German Society of Periodontology. Since 2021, he has been the founder of his own digital dental office, “artedent,” in Munich.
Dr. Schuh is ambassador for the Digital Dentistry Society Germany. He has been an active member of the “Neue Gruppe” since 2020.
Scale Up Your Practice with Advanced Surgical and Prosthetic Digital Technologies for FP1 Complete Arch
All-on-X with bone reduction is not the only solution for full-arch rehabilitation. This presentation outlines a personalized, AI-driven plan that enables precise digital planning, implant placement and immediate loading, redefining the bone and soft tissue interface for FP1 prostheses. Navigation technology supports guided surgery and immediate post-op digital impressions, improving accuracy and predictability in complex cases such as edentulous or terminal dentition patients.
Advanced algorithms enhance prosthetically and soft tissue-driven implant positioning, allowing same-day delivery of natural-looking FP1 prostheses without pink support. A step-by-step, evidence-based overview will guide attendees through the latest digital, surgical and prosthetic protocols.
Learning Objectives
Dr. Alessandro Pozzi, DDS, PhD, has practiced since 1997 and specializes in oral surgery, orthodontics and TMJ dysfunctions. Licensed by both the Italian General Dental Council and the UK General Dental Council, Pozzi serves as a clinical researcher and professor at the University of Rome Tor Vergata. He is also an adjunct clinical professor at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry and an adjunct associate professor at Augusta University’s Dental College of Georgia. Lecturing at Harvard School of Dental Medicine further highlights his academic contributions.
Named a fellow of the Academy of Osseointegration in 2020, Pozzi earned a dual-specialist diploma in surgical and prosthetic implant dentistry from the academy in 2023. The following year, he became a member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.
Widely published and internationally recognized for his clinical research, Pozzi founded the Pozzi Institute in Rome. The center meets strict academic and clinical standards set by the academy and attracts colleagues from around the world for training. Recognized globally as an expert in digital implant dentistry and advanced technologies such as navigation and robotics, he focuses on the surgical and prosthetic aspects of full-arch digital treatment using FP1 and All-on-X protocols, with an emphasis on digitally driven, personalized esthetic outcomes.
Expanding Possibilities: Customized Adult Expansion in Comprehensive Dentistry
As the connections between airway health, occlusion, facial structure and systemic wellness become clearer, dentists are in a key position to lead integrative, whole-patient treatment strategies. Drs. Ilya Lipkin and Tracey Nguyen will cover how customized expansion fits into the broader scope of comprehensive care — enhancing not only dental form and function but also breathing, sleep and overall quality of life. Clinical cases and practical insights will demonstrate how individualized expansion can elevate long-term patient outcomes and modern dental practice.
About the Presenter:Dr. Ilya Lipkin
Born in Moscow, Russia, Dr. Ilya Lipkin immigrated to the United States with his family in 1990. Working full time, he simultaneously earned a bachelor’s degree from New York University. He went on to earn his dental degree from NYU’s College of Dentistry. Dr. Lipkin then completed his residency in orthodontics in the college’s department of post-graduate orthodontics. An education enthusiast, he went on to get additional training in the Roth-Williams philosophy, which believes orthodontics should address all the structure of the chewing system, especially the jaw joints, which lack in traditional orthodontic education today.
“When I came to the United States, my teeth made me look like Dracula. Not surprisingly, in my second year of dental school I became an orthodontic patient and wore a full metal set of braces. I got them off a day before my wedding. Straightening my teeth was a life-changing process. It gave me the kind of self-confidence I’ve never had before. It had such an impact on my life that I decided I want to give that gift to other people. Dentistry is my love, but orthodontics is my PASSION!"
Dr. Tracey Nguyen
Dr. Tracey Nguyen is a scientific advisor for the Kois Center and a leader in dental education specializing in airway management and cosmetic dentistry. She combines her expertise to create smiles that are both beautiful and supportive of better breathing and overall health, maintaining a private practice just 30 minutes outside Washington, D.C., in Northern Virginia.
Accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry since 2015 and named one of the Top 25 Women in Dentistry by Dental Products Report in 2016, Dr. Nguyen lectures on dentistry’s role in treating patients with dental malocclusions linked to airway and sleep disorders. She also serves as a visiting faculty mentor at Spear Education, frequently leading the Airway Workshop by Dr. Jeff Rouse.
In 2016, she founded the Sleep and Airway Group, a local interdisciplinary team focused on airway health. In 2020, she co-founded ASAP (Airway, Sleep and Pediatric Pathway), an online mini-residency for pediatric dental sleep medicine. With deep expertise in pediatric airway management, she treats and co-manages related conditions through dental interventions such as oral appliances, skeletal expansion, orthodontics and surgery. In 2024, she earned diplomate status with the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, recognized as the gold standard in the field. She advocates for airway screening beginning at birth and continuing throughout life.
An international speaker, Dr. Nguyen is part of the Seattle Study Club curriculum, connecting with more than 150 study clubs worldwide. Her social media platform fosters global collaboration among clinicians to improve understanding and treatment of airway disease.
