The full Dental 2026 scientific program across 3 days — keynotes, oral presentations, and posters. Talks are ordered by program prominence within each day.
Day 1
- Keynote
Efficacy of a biomin F toothpaste compared to conventional toothpastes in remineralisation and dentine hypersensitivity: An overview
David Geoffrey Gillam · Queen Mary University of London, United Kingdom
Dentine Hypersensitivity (DH) and enamel demineralisation are prevalent oral health concerns. BioMin toothpaste, containing Fluoro-Calcium Phosphosilicate (FCPS), has emerged as a potential alternative to conventional…
- Keynote
Importance of clinical pharmacokinetics of medications in the postoperative period of patients undergoing dental surgical procedures
Vitoldo Antonio Kozlowski Junior · Ponta Grossa State University, Brazil
Dental surgical procedures induce an inflammatory response and may lead to conditions of postoperative discomfort. Therefore, it is recommended that the dentist prescribe drugs to modulate inflammation, control…
- Keynote
Serum and salivary interleukin 1 level in oral precancer: An observational study
Ranjitkumar Patil · King George’s Medical University, India
Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders (OPMDs) such as Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OSMF) and Oral Leukoplakia (OL) are associated with a risk of malignant transformation into oral cancer. Interleukin-1β (IL-1β), a…
- Oral · In-Person
Beyond symptoms: Interdisciplinary neurofunctional approach in orthodontic therapy – A case based perspective
Monika Osko · Orthodontic World Institute, Barcelona University, Spain
Orthodontic relapse remains a significant challenge in clinical practice, often linked to unresolved underlying functional disorders. Traditional symptom-oriented approaches frequently overlook the complex…
- Oral · In-Person
Aspartic acid facilitated calcium ion incorporation a new approach for enamel remineralization outperforming fluoride efficacy
Angelina Ivanova · SkyLab AG, Superlab Suisse Epalinges SA, Switzerland
Enamel erosion represents a widespread clinical concern, as prolonged pH reduction disrupts the natural balance between demineralization and remineralization processes normally maintained by saliva, substantially…
- Oral · In-Person
Emerging trend of intranasal sedation in pediatric dentistry
Afroz Alam Ansari · King George’s Medical University, India
Intranasal sedation is a minimally invasive drug-delivery technique used in dental practice to reduce anxiety, discomfort, and procedural distress, particularly in pediatric and special-needs patients. Best among…
- Oral · In-Person
Comparison of ozone therapy and antimicrobial photodynamic therapy in periodontitis
Shalini Kaushal · King George's Medical University, Lucknow, India
Background : This randomized clinical trial evaluated the comparative efficacy of ozone therapy and ICG-mediated antimicrobial photodynamic therapy as adjunctive to scaling and root planing in the management of…
- Oral · In-Person
Clinical management of gingival recession associated with non carious cervical lesions
Lata Goyal · All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bathinda, India
Gingival recession is an apical shift of the gingival margin with exposure of the root surface. In the majority of cases of gingival recession with cervical wear, there is no signs of the cementoenamel junction. Despite…
- Oral · In-Person
Platelet concentrates in the management of combined endo perio lesion
Lata Goyal · All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bathinda, India
Management of combined endodontic periodontal lesions is one of the most challenging tasks. The prognosis of complex conditions involving both endodontic and periodontic components is guarded, but the success rates can…
- Oral · In-Person
Chair to bedside: Translational advances in salivary biomarker analysis
Vandana Singh · King George's Medical University, India
Saliva has emerged as a promising diagnostic biofluid, offering a non-invasive, cost-effective, and patient-friendly alternative to blood-based investigations. The concept of “from chair to bedside” underscores the…
- Workshop
UVB Independent vitamin D3 production in gingival fibroblasts: A novel role of Passiflora edulis extract in oral tissue health
Angelina Ivanova · SkyLab AG, Superlab Suisse Epalinges SA, Switzerland
Vitamin D3 deficiency is a global health concern, affecting skin homeostasis, immune function, and periodontal tissue integrity. Conventional vitamin D3 synthesis depends solely on UVB radiation, limiting protection in…
- Oral · In-Person
Efficacy of novel DHATRI mHealth intervention in modifying oral health status and behavior among preschool child mother dyads: Randomized controlled study
Vinay Kumar Gupta · King George's Medical University, India
Introduction: Early childhood caries prevention requires understanding both intervention efficacy and psychological mechanisms driving behavioral change. This study evaluated DHATRI (Devising Home Assisted child…
Day 2
- Keynote
Knowledge and attitudes of dental professionals in the evaluation of Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation (MIH): Awareness diagnosis and treatment approaches: An overview
David Geoffrey Gillam · Queen Mary University of London, United Kingdom
Molar-Incisor Hypomineralisation (MIH) is a developmental enamel defect of systemic origin that presents both diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in dentistry. Despite its increasing prevalence, several studies…
- Keynote · In-Person
Personalized and Precision Medicine (PPM) as a unique healthcare model through biodesign inspired translational applications and upgraded business marketing to secure the human healthcare and biosafety
Sergey Suchkov · N.D. Zelinskii Institute for Organic Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Traditionally a disease has been defined by its clinical presentation and observable characteristics, not by the underlying molecular mechanisms, pathways and systems biology-related processes specific to a particular…
- Keynote · Virtual
AI enhanced diagnostics for better patient care and communication
Khoa Le · Eyes of AI, Australia
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming many areas of healthcare, and dentistry is at the forefront of adopting these technological advances to enhance patient care and the overall chairside experience.…
- Keynote · Virtual
Working length and the last third generation of apex locators
Arnaldo Castellucci · Boston University, Italy
The success of endodontic treatment is dependent on the complete elimination of the contents of the root canal system and the sealing of all the pathways that communicate between the endodontium and the periodontium. In…
- Keynote · Virtual
Non pharmacological treatment of pain in dental medicine
Elizabeta Popova Ramova · MIT University, Macedonia, The Former Yugoslav Republic of
Pain in dentistry is a significant symptom, which is often one of the strongest symptoms. It can occur for several reasons such as neuralgia, inflammation, swelling or postoperatively, as well as in temporomandibular…
- Keynote · Virtual
Enhancing root canal success strategic use of orifice opener one step synthesis gels orifice barriers
Emmanuel Samson · Consultant Total Dental Care, India
Modern endodontics comprises of chemico-mechanical phases aimed at eliminating microorganisms to prevent apical periodontitis. According to Swartz et al., the failure rate of endodontically treated teeth is nearly…
- Workshop
The comparative evaluation of the masticatory efficiency of root supported attachment retained overdenture and implant supported overdenture by EMG: An in vivo study
Priyanka Tiwari · Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University, Singapore
The masticatory efficiency of complete denture, implanted supported, root supported and attachment retained overdenture, was checked by the electromyography, which would help in gaining information about the…
- Oral · In-Person
Introducing artificial intelligence software in the diagnosis of dental diseases based on dental radiology
Bhavana Sujanamulk · Najran University, Saudi Arabia
The future of dental diagnostics has been shaped using continuous advancements in artificial intelligence. Using these technologies the impact on the clinical practice has been expanded significantly. We introduce the…
- Oral · In-Person
Artificial intelligence as a decision support tool for orthodontic diagnosis treatment planning and tooth movement
Karina Dobreva · Medical University of Varna, Bulgaria
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative adjunct in contemporary orthodontics, with rapidly expanding applications in automated diagnosis, image-based analysis, treatment planning, growth assessment…
- Oral · In-Person
Comparative analysis of modern intraoral scanners: Precision clinical protocol and market leaders
Pantelejmon Trpchevski · Medical University of Varna, Bulgaria
Objective: The aim of the present scientific review is to provide a systematic analysis of leading Intraoral Scanning (IOS) technologies up to 2026. The report compares their technical characteristics, clinical…
- Oral · In-Person
Use of panoramic radiographs for evaluation of maxillary and mandibular residual ridge resorption: In vitro study
Priyanka Tiwari · Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University, Singapore
Introduction: Progressive ridge resorption is one of the main causes of loss of stability and retention of mandibular complete dentures. The location of the mental foramen can be identified easily on panoramic…
- Oral · Virtual
A digital workflow integrating intraoral and facial scanning for 3D monitoring of dentofacial changes in class II malocclusion
Kun Zhang · Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Russian Federation
The pursuit of optimal orthodontic outcomes extends beyond achieving functional occlusion to encompass the enhancement of facial aesthetics, a core concern for patients. Conventional assessment methods, reliant on…
- Oral · Virtual
Recontouring reality the art of functional and aesthetic crown lengthening
Gulnar Dara Sethna · Government Dental college &Hospital, India
Functional and aesthetic crown lengthening allows clinicians to reshape gingival and osseous contours to meet restorative and smile-related needs. This presentation outlines a streamlined approach to evaluating biologic…
- Oral · Virtual
Riga fede disease with polydactyly: Diagnosis and management
Kanika Gupta Verma · Teerthankar Mahaveer University, India
The hallmark of Riga-Fede disease is a reactive traumatic lesion on the tongue's ventral surface, which manifests in early infancy. It happens as a result of the tongue raking over the newly erupted primary, neonatal…
- Oral · Virtual
Fluorouracil in oral and maxillofacial surgery
Vandana Chhabra · Dr HSJ Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, India
5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) is an antimetabolite chemotherapeutic agent that interferes with DNA synthesis in rapidly proliferating cells, leading to apoptosis and inhibition of cellular proliferation. Traditionally used in…
- Oral · Virtual
Advances in root canal procedures: Enhancing efficiency and success rates
Yesh Sharma · Pacific Dental College and Hospital, India
Root canal procedures have undergone significant advancements in recent years, transforming the way endodontic treatments are performed. The integration of cutting-edge technologies, innovative materials, and refined…
- Oral · Virtual
Virtual visions: Augmented reality’s future impact on the dental world
Durgadevi Boopathi · Mahatma Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, India
Among the most revolutionary changes in the field of technology and medicine, augmented reality is phenomenal. AR is defined as a live direct or indirect view of a physical environment whose elements are augmented by…
- Oral · Virtual
Tragic to Magic
Ayushi Manoj Botadra · Goregaon Dental Centre, India
Mucormycosis is a rapidly progressive fungal infection that often requires aggressive surgical intervention, resulting in extensive maxillofacial defects. These defects lead to severe facial disfigurement, impaired…
- Oral · Virtual
Beyond the drill: The paradigm shift to non restorative caries management
Gajanan Gangadhar Chate · Goregaon Dental Centre, India
Dental caries has traditionally been managed through a surgical "drill and fill" approach. However, modern cariology defines caries not merely as a localized lesion, but as a dynamic, behavioral, and biofilm-mediated…
- Oral · Virtual
The rehabilitation of the compromised maxilla using the Bone Truss Bridge (BTB) approach
Henri Diederich · Cortically Fixed Academy, United Kingdom
Rehabilitation of the severely compromised maxilla remains a significant clinical challenge, particularly in patients presenting with advanced atrophy, pneumatized sinuses, and limited residual bone volume. The Bone…
- Oral · Virtual
How A.I. has helped stop the dental burnout epidemic
Kristie Kapp · EBITDent.co, United States
Burnout in dentistry isn't about patient care — it's about overloaded systems. This session explores how practical A.l. and automation tools are helping practices reclaim time, reduce stress, and improve performance.…
- Poster · In-Person
The development of alternative exam method for exfoliative cytodiagnosis by deep learning
Akari Noda · The University of Tokyo, Japan
Exfoliative cytology has long been regarded as a useful screening examination in oral medicine because it is simple to perform, minimally invasive, and imposes little burden on patients. Early detection of oral mucosal…
- Poster · In-Person
Effect of surface treatments of zirconia on shear bond strength
Hee Kyung Kim · Ajou University School of Medicine, Korea, Republic of
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of surface treatments on the shear bond strength of two types of zirconia (3-TZP and 5Y-PSZ) with resin cement. Materials and Methods: Two different types of…
Day 3
- Keynote · Virtual
Graftless revolution SHORT implants as a solution for severely atrophic jaws
Rolf Ewers · Medical University of Vienna, Austria
We report 15 years of experience with SHORT® and extra SHORT® Bicon implants in the extremely atrophic maxilla, mandible and in Fibula grafts. All patients have been treated with CAD/CAM produced metal free hybrid…
- Keynote · Virtual
Innovative approaches to impede the pathogens implicated in COPD exacerbation
Zvi Loewy · New York Medical College, United States
Innovative medical devices have enhanced health care and improved the overall quality of life. Although providing significant medical benefits, there are unfortunately a myriad of diseases that can be attributed to the…
- Keynote · Virtual
A new approach to bilateral Le Fort I/II midface reconstruction with a microvascularized fibular flap
Laurindo Moacir Sassi · Erasto Gaertner Hospital Cancer Center and Mackenzie Evangelical University Hospital, Brazil
Resection of facial tumors involving the maxilla and mandible often causes significant functional and aesthetic sequelae, affecting speech, mastication, swallowing, and self-esteem. Factors such as advanced staging…
- Oral · Virtual
Autism dental care how different individuals are impacted (my story)
Kerryn Burgoyne · KTalk, Australia
My abstract is about autistic adults and individuals going to the dentist. I provide an introduction of myself as a self employed business owner, following by addressing in my presentation the challenges of anxiety/gag…
- Oral · Virtual
Multifunctional oral care agent evaluating remineralization acid resistance and hemostatic properties of chitosan hydrochloride
Valeriia Buzova · SkyLab AG, Switzerland
Enamel demineralization remains a persistent clinical challenge. Current approaches face significant limitations: Fluoride-based therapies risk fluorosis, while fluoride-free alternatives suffer from poor solubility…
- Oral · Virtual
Machine learning in community oral health screening: The future of mass diagnostics
Ramesh Nagarajappa · The Oxford Dental College, India
Oral diseases remain among the most prevalent non-communicable conditions worldwide, disproportionately affecting underserved populations. Conventional community oral health screening programs are constrained by…
- Oral · Virtual
Management of peripheral giant cell granuloma in a medically compromised patient a case report
Bharat Joshi · MMCDSR, India
Oral cavity encounters a number of clinical growths which are usually asymptomatic and painless in nature. Majority of lesions are limited to the local site only and are easily managed by complete excision. However…
- Oral · Virtual
Patient centered prosthetic rehabilitation: Redefining standards in maxillofacial prosthodontics
Monika Sunil Jadhav · Goregaon Dental Centre, India
Patient-centered care in maxillofacial prosthodontics represents a vital and evolving approach that emphasizes individualized treatment planning to optimize both functional and aesthetic outcomes for patients with…
- Oral · Virtual
India vs global dentistry a comparative insight into practice trends technology and patient expectations
Naval Ghule · Goregaon Dental Centre, India
The global landscape of dentistry has evolved significantly, driven by rapid technological advancement, shifting patient expectations, and the rise of evidence-based, patient-centric care. India, with its expanding…
- Oral · Virtual
Ceramic veneers versus the injection moulding technique for anterior diastema closure: A comparative overview
Balkis Khadhraoui · University of Monastir, Tunisia
The management of anterior diastemas remains a common aesthetic challenge in contemporary restorative dentistry. This presentation provides a comparative overview of two widely used treatment modalities: ceramic veneers…
- Oral · Virtual
Evaluating remimazolam IV sedation via infusion pump in special care dentistry: A retrospective review
Wan Yee Liang · Royal London Dental Hospital, United Kingdom
Background: Remimazolam is a short-acting benzodiazepine with rapid onset, predictable titration, and a favourable recovery profile. In dentistry, intravenous sedation has traditionally relied on intermittent bolus…
- Oral · Virtual
The role of the TMJ in long term stability after orthognathic surgery
Eduardo Rubio · University of Buenos Aires, Argentina
Temporomandibular Joints (TMJ) are essential for achieving long-term stability following orthognathic surgery. Mandibular position is closely related to TMJ function, and any error during surgery can lead to…
- Oral · Virtual
Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia: A challenging case
Anu Jose · University Hospital of West Indies, Jamaica
Fibrous dysplasia’s are benign tumors where normal bone marrow is replacement by abnormal fibrous connective tissue. They cause esthetic problems particularly when facial skeleton is involved. Usually they are…
- Oral · Virtual
Quality improvement project Improving the quality of radiographs taken in OMFS at Musgrove Park hospital Somerset NHS foundation trust
Nitesh Kumar · Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS trust, United Kingdom
Aims: This quality improvement project aims to study aims to systematically improve the quality of intraoral and extra oral radiographs from June 2025 at Musgrove park hospital OMFS department for third molar surgery…
- Poster
A quality improvement project – Improving consent for procedures carried out in oral and maxillofacial surgery
Nitesh Kumar · Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS trust, United Kingdom
Royal College of Surgeons place emphasis on the importance of full, accurate and legible completion of consent forms as an important part of the process of gaining informed consent. Consent forms completed in the…
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