EXHIBITION – 40TH DENTAL CONFEX

Abstract: Successful management of endodontic failures requires a systematic understanding of the causes of treatment failure and the available strategies for correction. This interactive round-table discussion with hands-on training will focus on a practical, evidence-based approach to non-surgical endodontic retreatment, from diagnosis and treatment planning to canal renegotiation and re-establishment of a predictable seal. Participants will discuss the factors influencing case selection, assessment of restorability, interpretation of radiographic findings, and decision-making between retreatment, surgery, or extraction.

The hands-on component will allow delegates to experience contemporary retreatment techniques, including access refinement, removal of previous root filling materials, management of procedural challenges, and canal re-preparation under magnification. Real clinical scenarios will be used to highlight common pitfalls and provide practical solutions that can be directly incorporated into daily clinical practice. The session aims to bridge the gap between scientific evidence and clinical application, helping practitioners improve treatment outcomes while preserving natural dentition whenever possible.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the common causes and biological factors associated with endodontic treatment failure.
• Explain the principles of diagnosis and case selection for non-surgical endodontic retreatment.
• Demonstrate a structured approach to the safe removal of existing root canal filling materials.
• Discuss strategies for managing common procedural challenges encountered during retreatment.
• Explain the role of magnification and modern technologies in improving retreatment outcomes.
• Demonstrate techniques for effective canal re-preparation and disinfection.
• Discuss methods for achieving a predictable three-dimensional obturation following retreatment.

Abstract: Oral appliances for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and snoring are worn during sleep to maintain the patency of the upper airway by increasing its dimensions and reducing its collapsibility. Oral appliances are a simpler alternative to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). Over the last decade, robust studies have demonstrated their efficacy, and international sleep medicine guidelines recommend oral appliances for the treatment of mild to moderate OSA.

This presentation will explain various designs of oral appliances, their mechanism of action and the clinical procedures of appliance fitting, instructions to the patient and follow-up. It will also point out the importance of a multidisciplinary collaboration between sleep physicians and dentists or orthodontists. The demand for qualified dental sleep professionals in this exciting and rapidly evolving science of dental sleep medicine is certain to increase in the future.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the pathophysiology of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
• Demonstrate the continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) mask.
• Understand how oral appliances open the airway.
• Discuss various designs of oral appliances.
• Understand the clinical steps of fitting, titration and follow-up of oral appliance therapy in OSA.
• Recognise the importance of the multidisciplinary collaboration between qualified dentists or orthodontists and sleep physicians.

Abstract: Management of thin alveolar ridges remains one of the most challenging aspects of implant dentistry, often limiting ideal implant placement and long-term restorative success. This lecture focuses on contemporary strategies for the predictable rehabilitation of narrow ridges using tissue-level implants, emphasising minimally invasive approaches and biologically driven treatment concepts. The session will explore diagnostic considerations, including clinical and radiographic evaluation of ridge dimensions, bone quality, and soft tissue anatomy essential for proper case selection and treatment planning. Participants will gain insights into the biomechanical and biological advantages of tissue-level implant designs in compromised ridge situations, particularly their role in maintaining crestal bone stability and promoting favourable soft tissue outcomes.

The lecture will discuss surgical protocols aimed at maximising primary stability while minimising the need for extensive augmentation procedures. Techniques such as flap design modifications, osteotomy preparation in narrow ridges, and implant positioning strategies will be highlighted through practical clinical examples. In addition, the session will address decision-making in selecting between narrow-diameter implants, ridge expansion procedures, and guided bone regeneration based on individual clinical scenarios. Prosthetic considerations, emergence profile management, and long-term maintenance protocols will also be reviewed to ensure predictable aesthetic and functional outcomes. Designed for clinicians seeking practical solutions for everyday implant practice, this lecture aims to simplify the management of thin alveolar ridges while enhancing confidence in achieving stable, minimally invasive, and patient-centred implant rehabilitation outcomes.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the clinical challenges associated with thin alveolar ridges in implant dentistry.
• Explain the indications and advantages of tissue-level implants in compromised ridges.
• Demonstrate techniques for achieving primary stability in narrow ridge situations.
• Discuss surgical considerations for preserving hard and soft tissue architecture.
• Explain strategies for achieving predictable aesthetic and functional outcomes.

Abstract: Successful management of endodontic failures requires a systematic understanding of the causes of treatment failure and the available strategies for correction. This interactive round-table discussion with hands-on training will focus on a practical, evidence-based approach to non-surgical endodontic retreatment, from diagnosis and treatment planning to canal renegotiation and re-establishment of a predictable seal. Participants will discuss the factors influencing case selection, assessment of restorability, interpretation of radiographic findings, and decision-making between retreatment, surgery, or extraction.

The hands-on component will allow delegates to experience contemporary retreatment techniques, including access refinement, removal of previous root filling materials, management of procedural challenges, and canal re-preparation under magnification. Real clinical scenarios will be used to highlight common pitfalls and provide practical solutions that can be directly incorporated into daily clinical practice. The session aims to bridge the gap between scientific evidence and clinical application, helping practitioners improve treatment outcomes while preserving natural dentition whenever possible.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the common causes and biological factors associated with endodontic treatment failure.
• Explain the principles of diagnosis and case selection for non-surgical endodontic retreatment.
• Demonstrate a structured approach to the safe removal of existing root canal filling materials.
• Discuss strategies for managing common procedural challenges encountered during retreatment.
• Explain the role of magnification and modern technologies in improving retreatment outcomes.
• Demonstrate techniques for effective canal re-preparation and disinfection.
• Discuss methods for achieving a predictable three-dimensional obturation following retreatment.

Abstract: Oral appliances for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and snoring are worn during sleep to maintain the patency of the upper airway by increasing its dimensions and reducing its collapsibility. Oral appliances are a simpler alternative to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). Over the last decade, robust studies have demonstrated their efficacy, and international sleep medicine guidelines recommend oral appliances for the treatment of mild to moderate OSA.

This presentation will explain various designs of oral appliances, their mechanism of action and the clinical procedures of appliance fitting, instructions to the patient and follow-up. It will also point out the importance of a multidisciplinary collaboration between sleep physicians and dentists or orthodontists. The demand for qualified dental sleep professionals in this exciting and rapidly evolving science of dental sleep medicine is certain to increase in the future.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the pathophysiology of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
• Demonstrate the continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) mask.
• Understand how oral appliances open the airway.
• Discuss various designs of oral appliances.
• Understand the clinical steps of fitting, titration and follow-up of oral appliance therapy in OSA.
• Recognise the importance of the multidisciplinary collaboration between qualified dentists or orthodontists and sleep physicians.

Abstract: Ridge deficiencies are a common challenge in implant dentistry and often complicate ideal implant placement in narrow alveolar ridges. Ridge splitting has emerged as a predictable and minimally invasive technique that allows simultaneous ridge expansion and implant placement while reducing the need for extensive grafting procedures. This lecture will focus on simplified ridge splitting techniques designed to improve surgical predictability and clinical efficiency in daily implant practice. The session will cover case selection criteria, diagnostic evaluation, and the biological principles behind ridge expansion procedures. Participants will gain practical insights into step-by-step surgical protocols, including flap design, osteotomy preparation, controlled ridge expansion, and implant placement strategies in compromised ridges.

Emphasis will be placed on preserving cortical bone integrity, achieving primary stability, and minimising surgical complications. Clinical tips for handling challenging situations, preventing buccal plate fractures, and improving healing outcomes will also be discussed through real-case scenarios and practical demonstrations. Additionally, the lecture will compare ridge splitting with alternative augmentation techniques to help clinicians choose the most appropriate treatment approach for different clinical conditions. This lecture aims to provide clinicians with practical, minimally invasive solutions for predictable implant placement in narrow ridges while improving confidence, efficiency, and long-term treatment outcomes.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the biological principles and indications of ridge splitting procedures.
• Explain case selection criteria for predictable ridge expansion and implant placement.
• Demonstrate step-by-step ridge splitting and expansion techniques.
• Discuss methods for minimising complications during ridge expansion procedures.
• Explain the advantages and limitations of ridge splitting compared to other augmentation techniques.

Abstract: Periodontal stability after active therapy depends on effective professional care and on the patient's daily biofilm control. Patients with a history of periodontitis often face anatomical and restorative challenges that complicate home care, including gingival recession, dentine hypersensitivity, widened interdental spaces, residual periodontal pockets, exposed root surfaces and implant-supported restorations.

This session examines how powered toothbrushing can be integrated into personalised periodontal maintenance protocols, with emphasis on technique rather than on device recommendation alone. Using clinical scenarios, participants will discuss how the Hydrosonic brush and its different brush-head options can be adapted to individual patient needs while preserving an atraumatic approach to the gingival tissues and exposed root surfaces.

The session follows a continuous clinical pathway: periodontal diagnosis, patient needs, home-care recommendation, technique, and long-term maintenance. It positions daily toothbrushing as a component of comprehensive periodontal care rather than an isolated behaviour.

Abstract: Traditional endodontic paradigms have long relied on aggressive coronal enlargement and mandatory hand-file pre-flaring, yet manual stainless-steel negotiation can introduce ledging, apical transportation and dentin micro-cracking in complex root canal anatomy. This round-table session presents the manual-less endodontic protocol, in which an immediate, algorithm-driven rotary workflow replaces manual negotiation. The discussion centres on the synergy between FireWire™ NiTi heat-treatment technology, minimally invasive file architecture such as EdgeEndo X7 (1.0 mm maximum flute diameter, parabolic cross-section and constant .04 and .06 tapers) and the premixed bioceramic Bio-C® Sealer (Angelus), which offers high flowability, sub-micron particle size, low film thickness, a high alkaline pH (≈ 12) and the formation of a Mineral Infiltration Zone (MIZ). Participants will explore how algorithm-based speed and torque management (300–500 RPM) allows files to glide passively to working length without prior hand instrumentation, followed by hydraulic obturation, providing an actionable blueprint for preserving dentin architecture, streamlining chair time and improving long-term clinical predictability.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the limitations of manual hand-file negotiation in narrow, calcified or severely curved root canal systems
• Explain FireWire™ NiTi metallurgy and how EdgeEndo X7 file design preserves peri-cervical dentin
• Evaluate the composition, properties and bioactive mechanisms of Bio-C® Sealer
• Execute a manual-less rotary protocol combined with Bio-C® Sealer hydraulic obturation
• Optimise motor kinematics and rotational parameters (300–500 RPM) to prevent file deformation or separation
• Integrate clinical algorithms and case studies into high-volume clinical practice

Abstract: This clinical demonstration session explores the principles and practical application of interproximal reduction (IPR) and next-generation aligner techniques for predictable orthodontic treatment. Participants will gain practical insights into safe IPR protocols, modern aligner technologies, and strategies to optimise treatment efficiency and clinical outcomes.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the clinical rationale and biomechanics of IPR and determine when it is appropriately indicated in aligner therapy.
• Perform accurate, safe, and minimally invasive IPR techniques using contemporary tools demonstrated during the session.
• Integrate next-generation aligner technologies into treatment planning to enhance predictability, staging, and overall clinical outcomes.
• Evaluate and troubleshoot treatment progress by adjusting IPR and aligner protocols to maintain efficiency and achieve desired results.

Abstract: Periodontal stability after active therapy depends on effective professional care and on the patient's daily biofilm control. Patients with a history of periodontitis often face anatomical and restorative challenges that complicate home care, including gingival recession, dentine hypersensitivity, widened interdental spaces, residual periodontal pockets, exposed root surfaces and implant-supported restorations.

This session examines how powered toothbrushing can be integrated into personalised periodontal maintenance protocols, with emphasis on technique rather than on device recommendation alone. Using clinical scenarios, participants will discuss how the Hydrosonic brush and its different brush-head options can be adapted to individual patient needs while preserving an atraumatic approach to the gingival tissues and exposed root surfaces.

The session follows a continuous clinical pathway: periodontal diagnosis, patient needs, home-care recommendation, technique, and long-term maintenance. It positions daily toothbrushing as a component of comprehensive periodontal care rather than an isolated behaviour.

Abstract: An increasing number of colleagues are seeking solutions to restore edentulous patients with fixed teeth, even in cases of severe atrophy and poor bone quality. Flexibility, agility and competence are what it takes to master extreme cases. This session is aimed at clinicians who already approach full arch rehabilitations with confidence but who often stop short of the most challenging cases, particularly in the atrophic maxilla. Participants will leave with an expanded range of treatment options in cases of moderate and severe bone resorption, and with the ability to treat more patients using an immediate full arch protocol and a digital workflow. Dr Alessandro Venditti will demonstrate how full arch cases can be completed in one day, graftless and with immediate loading, guided by a digital workflow that supports every stage of the process, from diagnosis and planning through to surgery and prosthetic delivery. He will also present the Maxilla-For-All® treatment concept, covering the use of pterygoid, trans-sinus and zygomatic implants, and will show how a structured digital workflow makes these advanced protocols more predictable, efficient and reproducible in daily practice.

Learning objectives:
• Explain how full arch cases can be completed in one day, graftless and with immediate loading.
• Describe how the Maxilla-For-All® treatment concept addresses the full range of full arch cases through the use of pterygoid, trans-sinus and zygomatic implants.
• Recognise the impact of Maxilla-For-All® treatment on patient quality of life.
• Follow the complete surgical protocol step by step.
• Manage complications, supported by step-by-step video documentation.

Abstract: Inclusive dentistry is often discussed as a social responsibility, but for dental leaders it is also an organisational and business consideration. People of Determination, autistic and neurodivergent patients, older adults and individuals with sensory, communication, mobility or cognitive needs frequently encounter barriers when seeking oral healthcare. These barriers can lead to delayed treatment, interrupted care, negative experiences and families moving between providers in search of a clinic that can respond appropriately. For a dental organisation, this represents both an unmet community need and a significant opportunity to build trust.

This round-table session will explore how inclusion can support sustainable growth without reducing accessibility to a marketing claim. Participants will consider how an inclusive patient journey can influence patient retention, family referrals, community reputation, staff confidence and relationships with hospitals, schools, government entities and disability organisations. The discussion will also examine the operational elements required to support these outcomes, including leadership commitment, staff development, accessible communication, patient preparation, reasonable adjustments and consistent service standards.

Using practical examples and peer discussion, participants will consider which indicators can help demonstrate value, such as repeat visits, completed treatment plans, patient feedback, referral patterns, complaints, staff readiness and demand from previously underserved groups. The session will encourage decision-makers to view inclusion not as a separate initiative, but as part of quality, patient experience, risk management and long-term clinic strategy. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to connect meaningful inclusion outcomes with responsible organisational growth.

Learning objectives:
• Identify the main access barriers that can prevent People of Determination and neurodivergent patients from selecting or returning to a dental provider.
• Explain how inclusive care can influence patient trust, retention, referrals, reputation and continuity of treatment.
• Evaluate the operational investments required to introduce inclusive practices across a dental organisation.
• Select practical indicators that can be used to measure patient experience and organisational value.
• Outline one leadership action that can connect inclusion with the clinic's quality and growth strategy.

Abstract: This session provides a practical overview of digital treatment planning. Participants will explore efficient case submission, 3D plan modifications, and step-by-step workflows with Flex Rx, alongside key clinical insights into the Invisalign Palatal Expander and Mandibular Advancement with Occlusal Blocks.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the process of submitting cases using the ClinCheck Signature experience to optimise treatment planning.
• Modify treatment plans using 3D controls and the plan editor to improve efficiency and workflow.
• Perform step-by-step digital treatment planning using Flex Rx and demonstrate the modifications on the template editor.
• Explain the protocol and clinical indications of the Invisalign Palatal Expander.
• Understand the biomechanics and functional principles of the Mandibular Advancement with Occlusal Blocks.

Abstract: These interactive sessions will give clinicians practical tools to manage common difficulties during root canal treatment and work with less stress.

Using clinical cases, we will discuss each treatment step: access preparation with magnification and ultrasonic tips, canal instrumentation in thirds, instrument motion, and single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Participants will be invited to share the difficulties they face in daily practice. Together, we will discuss how to plan the next step, avoid common errors and recognise when a case needs a different approach or specialist referral.

The aim is to help clinicians build a clear treatment sequence that they understand and can use with confidence.

Learning objectives:
By the end of each session, participants should be able to:
• Discuss common treatment difficulties and practical ways to manage them.
• Explain how magnification and ultrasonic tips can help during access preparation.
• Demonstrate, through clinical case discussion, how to plan canal instrumentation in thirds.
• Explain how instrument motion and handling affect canal shaping.
• Discuss when and how to use single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Abstract: The evolution of digital dentistry has reshaped clinical workflows, yet true innovation lies in integration, not isolation. This round-table session explores how the LiteTouch Er:YAG laser complements digital tools such as intraoral scanners, smile design software and CAD/CAM systems to create seamless, minimally invasive and patient-centred treatment experiences. Through real clinical examples, participants will discover how lasers enhance precision, reduce chair time and elevate aesthetic outcomes in restorative, soft-tissue and orthodontic procedures. The session also discusses workflow efficiency, communication strategies and the economic advantages of adopting a laser-integrated digital practice model aligned with modern patient expectations.

Learning objectives:
• Understand the clinical and operational benefits of integrating Er:YAG laser technology within digital workflows.
• Identify key applications of the LiteTouch laser in aesthetic, restorative and orthodontic treatments.
• Evaluate evidence supporting time efficiency and improved patient outcomes with laser-assisted procedures.
• Develop strategies to incorporate laser dentistry into a digital, patient-centric practice model for sustainable growth.

Abstract: A clinic may meet basic building requirements and still present significant barriers to patients with mobility, sensory, communication or cognitive needs. In dentistry, accessibility begins before a patient enters the treatment room. Parking, building access, signage, reception procedures, waiting areas, lighting, noise, treatment chairs, transfer support, toilets, emergency procedures and the way information is provided can all determine whether a patient is able to receive care safely and with dignity. For decision-makers, the challenge is to recognise which barriers can be addressed immediately, which require operational changes and which need longer-term investment.

This round-table session will examine accessibility across the complete dental journey rather than treating it as a single architectural feature. Participants will discuss common obstacles experienced by wheelchair users, patients with limited mobility, autistic and sensory-sensitive patients, people with visual or hearing differences and individuals who rely on a caregiver or support person. The conversation will also consider practical questions such as whether patients can communicate their needs before arrival, whether the environment allows flexibility and whether staff know how to provide assistance without making assumptions.

The session is designed to help dental leaders assess accessibility through both a patient-experience and operational lens. Participants will explore how to prioritise improvements according to safety, frequency, impact, feasibility and available resources. The aim is not to prescribe one universal clinic design, but to help leaders identify avoidable barriers, make informed adjustments and create a structured improvement plan that reflects the needs of the communities they serve.

Learning objectives:
• Recognise physical, sensory, communication and operational barriers across the dental patient journey.
• Assess how reception areas, waiting spaces, treatment rooms, equipment and emergency procedures affect accessibility.
• Distinguish between immediate reasonable adjustments and changes requiring longer-term planning or investment.
• Prioritise accessibility improvements according to patient safety, impact, feasibility and organisational resources.
• Develop an initial accessibility review framework for use within a dental clinic or group.

Abstract: This session provides a practical overview of digital treatment planning. Participants will explore efficient case submission, 3D plan modifications, and step-by-step workflows with Flex Rx, alongside key clinical insights into the Invisalign Palatal Expander and Mandibular Advancement with Occlusal Blocks.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the process of submitting cases using the ClinCheck Signature experience to optimise treatment planning.
• Modify treatment plans using 3D controls and the plan editor to improve efficiency and workflow.
• Perform step-by-step digital treatment planning using Flex Rx and demonstrate the modifications on the template editor.
• Explain the protocol and clinical indications of the Invisalign Palatal Expander.
• Understand the biomechanics and functional principles of the Mandibular Advancement with Occlusal Blocks.

Abstract: These interactive sessions will give clinicians practical tools to manage common difficulties during root canal treatment and work with less stress.

Using clinical cases, we will discuss each treatment step: access preparation with magnification and ultrasonic tips, canal instrumentation in thirds, instrument motion, and single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Participants will be invited to share the difficulties they face in daily practice. Together, we will discuss how to plan the next step, avoid common errors and recognise when a case needs a different approach or specialist referral.

The aim is to help clinicians build a clear treatment sequence that they understand and can use with confidence.

Learning objectives:
By the end of each session, participants should be able to:
• Discuss common treatment difficulties and practical ways to manage them.
• Explain how magnification and ultrasonic tips can help during access preparation.
• Demonstrate, through clinical case discussion, how to plan canal instrumentation in thirds.
• Explain how instrument motion and handling affect canal shaping.
• Discuss when and how to use single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Abstract: Clinical teams usually see the time a patient spends inside the dental clinic. Families experience a much longer journey: deciding whether the clinic will understand their needs, preparing for the appointment, managing anxiety, arranging transport or support, explaining communication preferences, navigating the waiting room and helping the patient recover afterwards. For a Person of Determination or neurodivergent patient, one dental visit may require days or weeks of preparation. A difficult experience can affect not only the immediate appointment, but also the person's willingness and ability to access future oral healthcare.

This facilitated round table will centre the lived experience of a patient, parent, caregiver or community ambassador. The invited guest will share examples of what created distress, what was misunderstood and which actions by dental professionals made a positive difference. The discussion will be handled respectfully and will not position one family's experience as representative of every patient. Instead, it will help decision-makers identify patterns that may otherwise remain invisible in standard satisfaction surveys or clinical reporting.

Participants will be invited to reflect on communication before the visit, waiting-time flexibility, consent and autonomy, caregiver involvement, sensory needs, behavioural distress, continuity of care and post-appointment follow-up. The purpose is to translate a real experience into practical organisational learning. By listening directly to the community, dental leaders can better understand where policies and procedures may differ from what patients experience in practice and what small or systemic changes could create safer, more respectful and more predictable care.

Learning objectives:
• Describe the wider preparation and recovery journey that may surround a dental appointment for a Person of Determination and their family.
• Identify moments in the patient journey where communication, environment or process can increase distress.
• Recognise the importance of patient autonomy, caregiver insight and individual preferences in dental care planning.
• Differentiate between organisational intention and the patient's lived experience of clinic procedures.
• Translate insights from a real patient or family experience into practical improvements for dental services.

Abstract: This session provides a practical overview of digital treatment planning. Participants will explore efficient case submission, 3D plan modifications, and step-by-step workflows with Flex Rx, alongside key clinical insights into the Invisalign Palatal Expander and Mandibular Advancement with Occlusal Blocks.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the process of submitting cases using the ClinCheck Signature experience to optimise treatment planning.
• Modify treatment plans using 3D controls and the plan editor to improve efficiency and workflow.
• Perform step-by-step digital treatment planning using Flex Rx and demonstrate the modifications on the template editor.
• Explain the protocol and clinical indications of the Invisalign Palatal Expander.
• Understand the biomechanics and functional principles of the Mandibular Advancement with Occlusal Blocks.

Abstract: The evolution of digital dentistry has transformed implantology, making treatments more precise, predictable, and efficient. Through a fully guided surgical workflow, clinicians can plan and execute implant placement with exceptional accuracy and confidence. By combining intraoral scanning, CBCT imaging, and digital wax-up design, every aspect of the case, from bone anatomy to prosthetic outcome, can be visualised and controlled before surgery. This hands-on, fully guided workflow allows dentists to use surgical guides that ensure precise implant positioning, angulation, and depth, minimising surgical complications and improving prosthetic results. Each step, from data acquisition to guide production, is seamlessly integrated using advanced CAD/CAM and 3D printing technologies. In a fully guided approach, the clinician benefits from reduced chair time, enhanced patient comfort, and predictable outcomes that align with the digital plan. This workflow empowers practitioners to perform even complex implant surgeries with confidence, merging digital precision with clinical expertise for optimal patient satisfaction and long-term success.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the fully digital implant workflow, from initial treatment planning through to final implant placement.
• Discuss how digital tools such as guided surgery and CAD/CAM design simplify implant treatment and improve precision.
• Demonstrate correct drilling techniques and practical tips for working with surgical guides.
• Demonstrate the step-by-step verification of a surgical guide's fit and stability prior to drilling.
• Discuss common intra-operative challenges related to guided drilling sequences and how to troubleshoot them.

Abstract: These interactive sessions will give clinicians practical tools to manage common difficulties during root canal treatment and work with less stress.

Using clinical cases, we will discuss each treatment step: access preparation with magnification and ultrasonic tips, canal instrumentation in thirds, instrument motion, and single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Participants will be invited to share the difficulties they face in daily practice. Together, we will discuss how to plan the next step, avoid common errors and recognise when a case needs a different approach or specialist referral.

The aim is to help clinicians build a clear treatment sequence that they understand and can use with confidence.

Learning objectives:
By the end of each session, participants should be able to:
• Discuss common treatment difficulties and practical ways to manage them.
• Explain how magnification and ultrasonic tips can help during access preparation.
• Demonstrate, through clinical case discussion, how to plan canal instrumentation in thirds.
• Explain how instrument motion and handling affect canal shaping.
• Discuss when and how to use single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Abstract: General anaesthesia can be an appropriate and necessary option for some patients who cannot safely tolerate dental treatment in a conventional setting. At the same time, the pathway leading to that decision deserves careful consideration. Patients with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, severe anxiety, sensory differences, communication needs, trauma histories or limited previous exposure to dentistry may show distress or an inability to proceed for many different reasons. Understanding those reasons can help dental teams determine whether additional preparation, environmental adjustments, communication support, staged visits or behavioural approaches may improve access to care.

This round-table session will explore what dental organisations can put in place before general anaesthesia becomes the only perceived route to treatment, while respecting clinical judgement and patient safety. Discussion will include pre-visit information gathering, individualised care plans, visual supports, familiarisation visits, desensitisation, predictable appointment structures, caregiver collaboration, sensory adjustments and continuity with the same clinical team. Participants will also consider the organisational conditions required for these approaches, including scheduling flexibility, trained staff, documentation, referral pathways and realistic expectations regarding time and outcomes.

The session will not present general anaesthesia as a failure or suggest that it should be avoided when clinically indicated. Instead, it will support a more informed and individualised decision-making process. Participants will examine how leaders can provide teams with the skills, time, protocols and referral relationships needed to explore appropriate options, communicate transparently with families and document decisions. The aim is to improve patient choice, safety, dignity and continuity of oral healthcare.

Learning objectives:
• Identify patient, environmental, communication and clinical factors that may contribute to low treatment tolerance.
• Discuss preparation and desensitisation approaches that may support selected patients before treatment.
• Evaluate when environmental adjustments, staged visits or behavioural support may be appropriate within a care pathway.
• Recognise when general anaesthesia remains a necessary and clinically appropriate option.
• Outline the leadership, staffing, documentation and referral systems needed to support individualised decision-making.

Abstract: This session provides a practical overview of digital treatment planning. Participants will explore efficient case submission, 3D plan modifications, and step-by-step workflows with Flex Rx, alongside key clinical insights into the Invisalign Palatal Expander and Mandibular Advancement with Occlusal Blocks.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the process of submitting cases using the ClinCheck Signature experience to optimise treatment planning.
• Modify treatment plans using 3D controls and the plan editor to improve efficiency and workflow.
• Perform step-by-step digital treatment planning using Flex Rx and demonstrate the modifications on the template editor.
• Explain the protocol and clinical indications of the Invisalign Palatal Expander.
• Understand the biomechanics and functional principles of the Mandibular Advancement with Occlusal Blocks.

Abstract: Digital technology in dentistry today can help clinicians deliver more successful implant treatments with a more comfortable experience for their patients. An intraoral scan combined with CBCT and a digital wax-up provides clinicians with a wealth of information for a treatment plan that considers anatomy, prosthetic, and aesthetic considerations. With artificial intelligence (AI) integrations, implant planning software today can automate many steps of the workflow, such as 3D segmentation to clean CBCT artefacts, matching intraoral scan (IOS) data with CBCT data, and generating a digital wax-up for prosthetic-driven implant planning, among many other features. AI can also automatically remove teeth from an intraoral scan for immediate placement cases, and vital anatomy such as the inferior alveolar canal can be traced automatically. AI today is eliminating the manual design step between data acquisition and manufacturing, allowing dentists to perform implant treatments that are faster, more comfortable for patients, and more predictable in outcome.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the role of artificial intelligence in the modern digital implant workflow.
• Discuss key points in digital implant planning and surgical guide design.
• Demonstrate the digital workflow used in implant treatment today.
• Demonstrate the process of immediate implant placement using digital planning tools.
• Demonstrate available options for immediate temporisation following implant placement.

Abstract: These interactive sessions will give clinicians practical tools to manage common difficulties during root canal treatment and work with less stress.

Using clinical cases, we will discuss each treatment step: access preparation with magnification and ultrasonic tips, canal instrumentation in thirds, instrument motion, and single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Participants will be invited to share the difficulties they face in daily practice. Together, we will discuss how to plan the next step, avoid common errors and recognise when a case needs a different approach or specialist referral.

The aim is to help clinicians build a clear treatment sequence that they understand and can use with confidence.

Learning objectives:
By the end of each session, participants should be able to:
• Discuss common treatment difficulties and practical ways to manage them.
• Explain how magnification and ultrasonic tips can help during access preparation.
• Demonstrate, through clinical case discussion, how to plan canal instrumentation in thirds.
• Explain how instrument motion and handling affect canal shaping.
• Discuss when and how to use single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Abstract: Successful management of endodontic failures requires a systematic understanding of the causes of treatment failure and the available strategies for correction. This interactive round-table discussion with hands-on training will focus on a practical, evidence-based approach to non-surgical endodontic retreatment, from diagnosis and treatment planning to canal renegotiation and re-establishment of a predictable seal. Participants will discuss the factors influencing case selection, assessment of restorability, interpretation of radiographic findings, and decision-making between retreatment, surgery, or extraction.

The hands-on component will allow delegates to experience contemporary retreatment techniques, including access refinement, removal of previous root filling materials, management of procedural challenges, and canal re-preparation under magnification. Real clinical scenarios will be used to highlight common pitfalls and provide practical solutions that can be directly incorporated into daily clinical practice. The session aims to bridge the gap between scientific evidence and clinical application, helping practitioners improve treatment outcomes while preserving natural dentition whenever possible.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the common causes and biological factors associated with endodontic treatment failure.
• Explain the principles of diagnosis and case selection for non-surgical endodontic retreatment.
• Demonstrate a structured approach to the safe removal of existing root canal filling materials.
• Discuss strategies for managing common procedural challenges encountered during retreatment.
• Explain the role of magnification and modern technologies in improving retreatment outcomes.
• Demonstrate techniques for effective canal re-preparation and disinfection.
• Discuss methods for achieving a predictable three-dimensional obturation following retreatment.

Abstract: Predictable aesthetic rehabilitation requires a structured approach to adhesive decision-making, from substrate assessment and material selection to clinical execution. This interactive round-table session will explore how adhesive principles can be translated into practical protocols for everyday restorative dentistry.

Through case-based discussion, participants will examine bonding to enamel and dentine, surface treatment of restorative materials, isolation, and the selection of adhesive systems and luting agents. Direct and indirect restorative scenarios will provide a framework for discussing how protocols should be adapted to the tooth substrate, restorative material, and clinical circumstances.

By connecting material considerations with clinical workflows, this round table aims to strengthen participants’ ability to plan and apply systematic adhesive protocols. The emphasis will be on preserving tooth structure, supporting aesthetic outcomes, and developing practical strategies for more predictable restorative care.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the principles of adhesion to enamel, dentine, and commonly used restorative materials.
• Discuss how tooth substrate, restoration type, and material selection influence adhesive protocol planning.
• Compare approaches to isolation, surface preparation, and adhesive application in direct and indirect aesthetic restorations.
• Demonstrate, through case-based planning, the sequence of steps in an adhesive cementation protocol for a selected indirect restoration.
• Identify common sources of adhesive complications and discuss strategies for prevention and troubleshooting.
• Develop a practical checklist to support consistent implementation of adhesive protocols in aesthetic rehabilitation.

Abstract: Maxillary sinus augmentation has become a predictable solution for implant rehabilitation in the posterior maxilla; however, many clinicians still consider sinus surgery technically demanding and complication-prone. This lecture focuses on simplifying sinus surgery through modern, minimally invasive approaches and practical clinical techniques that enhance safety, efficiency, and predictability. The session will begin with a review of maxillary sinus anatomy, radiographic assessment, and case selection principles essential for successful treatment planning. Participants will gain an understanding of both crestal and lateral sinus elevation approaches, including indications, advantages, and limitations of each technique. Emphasis will be placed on simplified surgical protocols that minimise patient morbidity while improving clinical outcomes.

Key aspects such as membrane elevation, graft handling, implant placement strategies, and management of residual bone height will be discussed in a practical and clinically oriented manner. The lecture will also highlight methods to prevent and manage common intraoperative complications, particularly sinus membrane perforation and postoperative sinus-related issues. Through clinical cases and evidence-based insights, attendees will learn how modern sinus augmentation techniques can be integrated into routine implant practice with greater confidence and predictability. This lecture is designed to help clinicians simplify decision-making and achieve successful implant rehabilitation in challenging posterior maxillary cases.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the anatomy and clinical considerations of the maxillary sinus relevant to implant placement.
• Explain the indications for crestal and lateral sinus augmentation techniques.
• Demonstrate simplified approaches for sinus membrane elevation and graft placement.
• Discuss prevention and management of common sinus surgery complications.
• Explain factors influencing implant success in augmented posterior maxillary regions.

Abstract: Professional dental cleaning is often centred on conventional scaling, but deposits include biofilm, extrinsic stain, and mineralised calculus, which require different approaches. This lecture introduces Aerosonic Cleaning Therapy, an air-polishing-based approach for disrupting biofilm and removing surface stain, and compares it with conventional scaling. It discusses the role of low-abrasive powders in supragingival and, when indicated, subgingival biofilm management, while recognising that hand and ultrasonic instruments remain important for tenacious or mineralised calculus. Current clinical evidence suggests that air polishing, when combined with selective instrumentation, can achieve periodontal outcomes comparable to conventional approaches in studied settings and may be more comfortable or efficient for some patients. It does not remove all calculus or replace scaling and periodontal treatment when indicated. The lecture reviews clinical indications, limitations, safety, patient selection, and age-appropriate care, including considerations for children. It also addresses how clinicians can explain potential comfort benefits without promising a completely pain-free experience or claiming universal superiority.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the differences between biofilm, extrinsic stain, and mineralised calculus and their implications for professional cleaning.
• Explain the principles, indications, and limitations of Aerosonic Cleaning Therapy and conventional scaling.
• Compare the evidence on biofilm and stain removal, clinical outcomes, treatment time, patient comfort, and tooth or soft-tissue effects.
• Demonstrate how to select and sequence air polishing and scaling for a clinical case, based on deposits, diagnosis, and patient risk.
• Identify safety considerations and age-appropriate adaptations when providing professional cleaning for children.
• Develop balanced patient explanations about comfort, treatment choices, and when scaling remains necessary.

Abstract: Successful management of endodontic failures requires a systematic understanding of the causes of treatment failure and the available strategies for correction. This interactive round-table discussion with hands-on training will focus on a practical, evidence-based approach to non-surgical endodontic retreatment, from diagnosis and treatment planning to canal renegotiation and re-establishment of a predictable seal. Participants will discuss the factors influencing case selection, assessment of restorability, interpretation of radiographic findings, and decision-making between retreatment, surgery, or extraction.

The hands-on component will allow delegates to experience contemporary retreatment techniques, including access refinement, removal of previous root filling materials, management of procedural challenges, and canal re-preparation under magnification. Real clinical scenarios will be used to highlight common pitfalls and provide practical solutions that can be directly incorporated into daily clinical practice. The session aims to bridge the gap between scientific evidence and clinical application, helping practitioners improve treatment outcomes while preserving natural dentition whenever possible.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the common causes and biological factors associated with endodontic treatment failure.
• Explain the principles of diagnosis and case selection for non-surgical endodontic retreatment.
• Demonstrate a structured approach to the safe removal of existing root canal filling materials.
• Discuss strategies for managing common procedural challenges encountered during retreatment.
• Explain the role of magnification and modern technologies in improving retreatment outcomes.
• Demonstrate techniques for effective canal re-preparation and disinfection.
• Discuss methods for achieving a predictable three-dimensional obturation following retreatment.

Abstract: Predictable aesthetic rehabilitation requires a structured approach to adhesive decision-making, from substrate assessment and material selection to clinical execution. This interactive round-table session will explore how adhesive principles can be translated into practical protocols for everyday restorative dentistry.

Through case-based discussion, participants will examine bonding to enamel and dentine, surface treatment of restorative materials, isolation, and the selection of adhesive systems and luting agents. Direct and indirect restorative scenarios will provide a framework for discussing how protocols should be adapted to the tooth substrate, restorative material, and clinical circumstances.

By connecting material considerations with clinical workflows, this round table aims to strengthen participants’ ability to plan and apply systematic adhesive protocols. The emphasis will be on preserving tooth structure, supporting aesthetic outcomes, and developing practical strategies for more predictable restorative care.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the principles of adhesion to enamel, dentine, and commonly used restorative materials.
• Discuss how tooth substrate, restoration type, and material selection influence adhesive protocol planning.
• Compare approaches to isolation, surface preparation, and adhesive application in direct and indirect aesthetic restorations.
• Demonstrate, through case-based planning, the sequence of steps in an adhesive cementation protocol for a selected indirect restoration.
• Identify common sources of adhesive complications and discuss strategies for prevention and troubleshooting.
• Develop a practical checklist to support consistent implementation of adhesive protocols in aesthetic rehabilitation.

Abstract: This round table explores a practical approach to identifying unknown dental implants when treatment records are unavailable. Participants will discuss how patient history, radiographic features, and clinical examination help narrow the search.

Key features include implant shape, thread design, connection geometry, and screw and abutment characteristics. The discussion will cover documentation, online implant databases, and current and historical manufacturer catalogues.

Through case-based discussion, participants will develop a systematic identification workflow and explore component selection when original parts are unavailable. Particular attention will be given to verification and the limitations of visual similarity and apparent component fit.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss how patient history and treatment records support implant identification.
• Explain the key radiographic and clinical features used to distinguish implant systems.
• Describe the implant and prosthetic component characteristics to document.
• Demonstrate a systematic search using implant databases and manufacturer catalogues.
• Discuss the limitations of visual similarity and apparent component fit.
• Apply an identification workflow and recognise when further verification is needed.

Abstract: Successful implant rehabilitation requires a thorough understanding of both surgical and prosthetic principles to achieve predictable functional and aesthetic outcomes. This lecture provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental surgical and prosthetic procedures involved in implant dentistry, with a focus on simplifying workflows for everyday clinical practice. The session will begin with the essential principles of implant treatment planning, including patient evaluation, radiographic assessment, case selection, and implant positioning. Participants will gain insight into key surgical concepts such as osteotomy preparation, achieving primary stability, soft tissue management, and factors influencing osseointegration. Emphasis will be placed on developing a systematic and biologically driven approach to implant placement.

On the prosthetic side, the lecture will discuss impression techniques, abutment selection, emergence profile management, and prosthetic loading protocols. Attendees will also learn the importance of prosthetically driven implant planning to ensure long-term success and patient satisfaction. Common surgical and restorative complications, along with practical strategies for prevention and management, will be reviewed through clinical examples. Designed for clinicians seeking to strengthen their foundation in implant dentistry, this lecture aims to bridge the gap between surgical execution and prosthetic rehabilitation while enhancing confidence, efficiency, and predictability in implant treatment outcomes.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the principles of surgical and prosthetic treatment planning in implant dentistry.
• Explain the sequence of implant, surgical and restorative procedures.
• Demonstrate techniques for implant placement and prosthetic rehabilitation.
• Discuss factors affecting implant stability, osseointegration, and prosthetic success.
• Explain the management of common surgical and restorative complications for predictable treatment outcomes.

Abstract: An increasing number of colleagues are seeking solutions to restore edentulous patients with fixed teeth, even in cases of severe atrophy and poor bone quality. Flexibility, agility and competence are what it takes to master extreme cases. This session is aimed at clinicians who already approach full arch rehabilitations with confidence but who often stop short of the most challenging cases, particularly in the atrophic maxilla. Participants will leave with an expanded range of treatment options in cases of moderate and severe bone resorption, and with the ability to treat more patients using an immediate full arch protocol and a digital workflow. Dr Alessandro Venditti will demonstrate how full arch cases can be completed in one day, graftless and with immediate loading, guided by a digital workflow that supports every stage of the process, from diagnosis and planning through to surgery and prosthetic delivery. He will also present the Maxilla-For-All® treatment concept, covering the use of pterygoid, trans-sinus and zygomatic implants, and will show how a structured digital workflow makes these advanced protocols more predictable, efficient and reproducible in daily practice.

Learning objectives:
• Explain how full arch cases can be completed in one day, graftless and with immediate loading.
• Describe how the Maxilla-For-All® treatment concept addresses the full range of full arch cases through the use of pterygoid, trans-sinus and zygomatic implants.
• Recognise the impact of Maxilla-For-All® treatment on patient quality of life.
• Follow the complete surgical protocol step by step.
• Manage complications, supported by step-by-step video documentation.

Abstract: This clinical demonstration session explores the principles and practical application of interproximal reduction (IPR) and next-generation aligner techniques for predictable orthodontic treatment. Participants will gain practical insights into safe IPR protocols, modern aligner technologies, and strategies to optimise treatment efficiency and clinical outcomes.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the clinical rationale and biomechanics of IPR and determine when it is appropriately indicated in aligner therapy.
• Perform accurate, safe, and minimally invasive IPR techniques using contemporary tools demonstrated during the session.
• Integrate next-generation aligner technologies into treatment planning to enhance predictability, staging, and overall clinical outcomes.
• Evaluate and troubleshoot treatment progress by adjusting IPR and aligner protocols to maintain efficiency and achieve desired results.

Abstract: Professional dental cleaning is often centred on conventional scaling, but deposits include biofilm, extrinsic stain, and mineralised calculus, which require different approaches. This lecture introduces Aerosonic Cleaning Therapy, an air-polishing-based approach for disrupting biofilm and removing surface stain, and compares it with conventional scaling. It discusses the role of low-abrasive powders in supragingival and, when indicated, subgingival biofilm management, while recognising that hand and ultrasonic instruments remain important for tenacious or mineralised calculus. Current clinical evidence suggests that air polishing, when combined with selective instrumentation, can achieve periodontal outcomes comparable to conventional approaches in studied settings and may be more comfortable or efficient for some patients. It does not remove all calculus or replace scaling and periodontal treatment when indicated. The lecture reviews clinical indications, limitations, safety, patient selection, and age-appropriate care, including considerations for children. It also addresses how clinicians can explain potential comfort benefits without promising a completely pain-free experience or claiming universal superiority.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the differences between biofilm, extrinsic stain, and mineralised calculus and their implications for professional cleaning.
• Explain the principles, indications, and limitations of Aerosonic Cleaning Therapy and conventional scaling.
• Compare the evidence on biofilm and stain removal, clinical outcomes, treatment time, patient comfort, and tooth or soft-tissue effects.
• Demonstrate how to select and sequence air polishing and scaling for a clinical case, based on deposits, diagnosis, and patient risk.
• Identify safety considerations and age-appropriate adaptations when providing professional cleaning for children.
• Develop balanced patient explanations about comfort, treatment choices, and when scaling remains necessary.

Abstract: Traditional endodontic paradigms have long relied on aggressive coronal enlargement and mandatory hand-file pre-flaring, yet manual stainless-steel negotiation can introduce ledging, apical transportation and dentin micro-cracking in complex root canal anatomy. This round-table session presents the manual-less endodontic protocol, in which an immediate, algorithm-driven rotary workflow replaces manual negotiation. The discussion centres on the synergy between FireWire™ NiTi heat-treatment technology, minimally invasive file architecture such as EdgeEndo X7 (1.0 mm maximum flute diameter, parabolic cross-section and constant .04 and .06 tapers) and the premixed bioceramic Bio-C® Sealer (Angelus), which offers high flowability, sub-micron particle size, low film thickness, a high alkaline pH (≈ 12) and the formation of a Mineral Infiltration Zone (MIZ). Participants will explore how algorithm-based speed and torque management (300–500 RPM) allows files to glide passively to working length without prior hand instrumentation, followed by hydraulic obturation, providing an actionable blueprint for preserving dentin architecture, streamlining chair time and improving long-term clinical predictability.

Learning objectives:
• Discuss the limitations of manual hand-file negotiation in narrow, calcified or severely curved root canal systems
• Explain FireWire™ NiTi metallurgy and how EdgeEndo X7 file design preserves peri-cervical dentin
• Evaluate the composition, properties and bioactive mechanisms of Bio-C® Sealer
• Execute a manual-less rotary protocol combined with Bio-C® Sealer hydraulic obturation
• Optimise motor kinematics and rotational parameters (300–500 RPM) to prevent file deformation or separation
• Integrate clinical algorithms and case studies into high-volume clinical practice

Abstract: Inclusive dentistry is often discussed as a social responsibility, but for dental leaders it is also an organisational and business consideration. People of Determination, autistic and neurodivergent patients, older adults and individuals with sensory, communication, mobility or cognitive needs frequently encounter barriers when seeking oral healthcare. These barriers can lead to delayed treatment, interrupted care, negative experiences and families moving between providers in search of a clinic that can respond appropriately. For a dental organisation, this represents both an unmet community need and a significant opportunity to build trust.

This round-table session will explore how inclusion can support sustainable growth without reducing accessibility to a marketing claim. Participants will consider how an inclusive patient journey can influence patient retention, family referrals, community reputation, staff confidence and relationships with hospitals, schools, government entities and disability organisations. The discussion will also examine the operational elements required to support these outcomes, including leadership commitment, staff development, accessible communication, patient preparation, reasonable adjustments and consistent service standards.

Using practical examples and peer discussion, participants will consider which indicators can help demonstrate value, such as repeat visits, completed treatment plans, patient feedback, referral patterns, complaints, staff readiness and demand from previously underserved groups. The session will encourage decision-makers to view inclusion not as a separate initiative, but as part of quality, patient experience, risk management and long-term clinic strategy. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to connect meaningful inclusion outcomes with responsible organisational growth.

Learning objectives:
• Identify the main access barriers that can prevent People of Determination and neurodivergent patients from selecting or returning to a dental provider.
• Explain how inclusive care can influence patient trust, retention, referrals, reputation and continuity of treatment.
• Evaluate the operational investments required to introduce inclusive practices across a dental organisation.
• Select practical indicators that can be used to measure patient experience and organisational value.
• Outline one leadership action that can connect inclusion with the clinic's quality and growth strategy.

Abstract: Digital dentistry has fundamentally changed the way full-arch cases can be diagnosed, planned, communicated and executed. However, achieving a predictable digital workflow requires more than simply acquiring an intraoral scan; it depends on the quality, integration and clinical interpretation of multiple digital records.

This practical, demonstration-based session will take participants through a complete digital workflow for full-arch dentistry, from the initial acquisition of intraoral data to the creation of an integrated digital patient and its application to clinical decision-making.

Using a real-world clinical scenario, the session will demonstrate how different digital records can be combined, aligned and analysed to support full-arch diagnosis and treatment planning. Particular attention will be given to data quality, occlusal relationships, digital alignment, soft-tissue information and the challenges commonly encountered when working with extensive edentulous or partially dentate areas.

The session will also highlight practical strategies for improving workflow efficiency, reducing potential sources of error and facilitating communication between the clinician, laboratory and other members of the dental team.

Rather than focusing on a specific technology or software, the objective is to provide a transferable clinical framework that participants can apply to their own digital workflows.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the key principles of an integrated digital workflow for full-arch dentistry.
• Discuss the importance of data quality and accurate digital acquisition in complex full-arch cases.
• Demonstrate the sequential steps involved in integrating and analysing digital records.
• Identify common challenges and potential sources of error in full-arch digital workflows.
• Apply the principles demonstrated during the session to improve diagnosis, treatment planning and clinical communication.

Abstract: The evolution of digital dentistry has transformed implantology, making treatments more precise, predictable, and efficient. Through a fully guided surgical workflow, clinicians can plan and execute implant placement with exceptional accuracy and confidence. By combining intraoral scanning, CBCT imaging, and digital wax-up design, every aspect of the case, from bone anatomy to prosthetic outcome, can be visualised and controlled before surgery. This hands-on, fully guided workflow allows dentists to use surgical guides that ensure precise implant positioning, angulation, and depth, minimising surgical complications and improving prosthetic results. Each step, from data acquisition to guide production, is seamlessly integrated using advanced CAD/CAM and 3D printing technologies. In a fully guided approach, the clinician benefits from reduced chair time, enhanced patient comfort, and predictable outcomes that align with the digital plan. This workflow empowers practitioners to perform even complex implant surgeries with confidence, merging digital precision with clinical expertise for optimal patient satisfaction and long-term success.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the fully digital implant workflow, from initial treatment planning through to final implant placement.
• Discuss how digital tools such as guided surgery and CAD/CAM design simplify implant treatment and improve precision.
• Demonstrate correct drilling techniques and practical tips for working with surgical guides.
• Demonstrate the step-by-step verification of a surgical guide's fit and stability prior to drilling.
• Discuss common intra-operative challenges related to guided drilling sequences and how to troubleshoot them.

Abstract: These interactive sessions will give clinicians practical tools to manage common difficulties during root canal treatment and work with less stress.

Using clinical cases, we will discuss each treatment step: access preparation with magnification and ultrasonic tips, canal instrumentation in thirds, instrument motion, and single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Participants will be invited to share the difficulties they face in daily practice. Together, we will discuss how to plan the next step, avoid common errors and recognise when a case needs a different approach or specialist referral.

The aim is to help clinicians build a clear treatment sequence that they understand and can use with confidence.

Learning objectives:
By the end of each session, participants should be able to:
• Discuss common treatment difficulties and practical ways to manage them.
• Explain how magnification and ultrasonic tips can help during access preparation.
• Demonstrate, through clinical case discussion, how to plan canal instrumentation in thirds.
• Explain how instrument motion and handling affect canal shaping.
• Discuss when and how to use single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Abstract: A clinic may meet basic building requirements and still present significant barriers to patients with mobility, sensory, communication or cognitive needs. In dentistry, accessibility begins before a patient enters the treatment room. Parking, building access, signage, reception procedures, waiting areas, lighting, noise, treatment chairs, transfer support, toilets, emergency procedures and the way information is provided can all determine whether a patient is able to receive care safely and with dignity. For decision-makers, the challenge is to recognise which barriers can be addressed immediately, which require operational changes and which need longer-term investment.

This round-table session will examine accessibility across the complete dental journey rather than treating it as a single architectural feature. Participants will discuss common obstacles experienced by wheelchair users, patients with limited mobility, autistic and sensory-sensitive patients, people with visual or hearing differences and individuals who rely on a caregiver or support person. The conversation will also consider practical questions such as whether patients can communicate their needs before arrival, whether the environment allows flexibility and whether staff know how to provide assistance without making assumptions.

The session is designed to help dental leaders assess accessibility through both a patient-experience and operational lens. Participants will explore how to prioritise improvements according to safety, frequency, impact, feasibility and available resources. The aim is not to prescribe one universal clinic design, but to help leaders identify avoidable barriers, make informed adjustments and create a structured improvement plan that reflects the needs of the communities they serve.

Learning objectives:
• Recognise physical, sensory, communication and operational barriers across the dental patient journey.
• Assess how reception areas, waiting spaces, treatment rooms, equipment and emergency procedures affect accessibility.
• Distinguish between immediate reasonable adjustments and changes requiring longer-term planning or investment.
• Prioritise accessibility improvements according to patient safety, impact, feasibility and organisational resources.
• Develop an initial accessibility review framework for use within a dental clinic or group.

Abstract: Digital dentistry has fundamentally changed the way full-arch cases can be diagnosed, planned, communicated and executed. However, achieving a predictable digital workflow requires more than simply acquiring an intraoral scan; it depends on the quality, integration and clinical interpretation of multiple digital records.

This practical, demonstration-based session will take participants through a complete digital workflow for full-arch dentistry, from the initial acquisition of intraoral data to the creation of an integrated digital patient and its application to clinical decision-making.

Using a real-world clinical scenario, the session will demonstrate how different digital records can be combined, aligned and analysed to support full-arch diagnosis and treatment planning. Particular attention will be given to data quality, occlusal relationships, digital alignment, soft-tissue information and the challenges commonly encountered when working with extensive edentulous or partially dentate areas.

The session will also highlight practical strategies for improving workflow efficiency, reducing potential sources of error and facilitating communication between the clinician, laboratory and other members of the dental team.

Rather than focusing on a specific technology or software, the objective is to provide a transferable clinical framework that participants can apply to their own digital workflows.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the key principles of an integrated digital workflow for full-arch dentistry.
• Discuss the importance of data quality and accurate digital acquisition in complex full-arch cases.
• Demonstrate the sequential steps involved in integrating and analysing digital records.
• Identify common challenges and potential sources of error in full-arch digital workflows.
• Apply the principles demonstrated during the session to improve diagnosis, treatment planning and clinical communication.

Abstract: Digital technology in dentistry today can help clinicians deliver more successful implant treatments with a more comfortable experience for their patients. An intraoral scan combined with CBCT and a digital wax-up provides clinicians with a wealth of information for a treatment plan that considers anatomy, prosthetic, and aesthetic considerations. With artificial intelligence (AI) integrations, implant planning software today can automate many steps of the workflow, such as 3D segmentation to clean CBCT artefacts, matching intraoral scan (IOS) data with CBCT data, and generating a digital wax-up for prosthetic-driven implant planning, among many other features. AI can also automatically remove teeth from an intraoral scan for immediate placement cases, and vital anatomy such as the inferior alveolar canal can be traced automatically. AI today is eliminating the manual design step between data acquisition and manufacturing, allowing dentists to perform implant treatments that are faster, more comfortable for patients, and more predictable in outcome.

Learning objectives:
• Explain the role of artificial intelligence in the modern digital implant workflow.
• Discuss key points in digital implant planning and surgical guide design.
• Demonstrate the digital workflow used in implant treatment today.
• Demonstrate the process of immediate implant placement using digital planning tools.
• Demonstrate available options for immediate temporisation following implant placement.

Abstract: These interactive sessions will give clinicians practical tools to manage common difficulties during root canal treatment and work with less stress.

Using clinical cases, we will discuss each treatment step: access preparation with magnification and ultrasonic tips, canal instrumentation in thirds, instrument motion, and single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Participants will be invited to share the difficulties they face in daily practice. Together, we will discuss how to plan the next step, avoid common errors and recognise when a case needs a different approach or specialist referral.

The aim is to help clinicians build a clear treatment sequence that they understand and can use with confidence.

Learning objectives:
By the end of each session, participants should be able to:
• Discuss common treatment difficulties and practical ways to manage them.
• Explain how magnification and ultrasonic tips can help during access preparation.
• Demonstrate, through clinical case discussion, how to plan canal instrumentation in thirds.
• Explain how instrument motion and handling affect canal shaping.
• Discuss when and how to use single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Abstract: Clinical teams usually see the time a patient spends inside the dental clinic. Families experience a much longer journey: deciding whether the clinic will understand their needs, preparing for the appointment, managing anxiety, arranging transport or support, explaining communication preferences, navigating the waiting room and helping the patient recover afterwards. For a Person of Determination or neurodivergent patient, one dental visit may require days or weeks of preparation. A difficult experience can affect not only the immediate appointment, but also the person's willingness and ability to access future oral healthcare.

This facilitated round table will centre the lived experience of a patient, parent, caregiver or community ambassador. The invited guest will share examples of what created distress, what was misunderstood and which actions by dental professionals made a positive difference. The discussion will be handled respectfully and will not position one family's experience as representative of every patient. Instead, it will help decision-makers identify patterns that may otherwise remain invisible in standard satisfaction surveys or clinical reporting.

Participants will be invited to reflect on communication before the visit, waiting-time flexibility, consent and autonomy, caregiver involvement, sensory needs, behavioural distress, continuity of care and post-appointment follow-up. The purpose is to translate a real experience into practical organisational learning. By listening directly to the community, dental leaders can better understand where policies and procedures may differ from what patients experience in practice and what small or systemic changes could create safer, more respectful and more predictable care.

Learning objectives:
• Describe the wider preparation and recovery journey that may surround a dental appointment for a Person of Determination and their family.
• Identify moments in the patient journey where communication, environment or process can increase distress.
• Recognise the importance of patient autonomy, caregiver insight and individual preferences in dental care planning.
• Differentiate between organisational intention and the patient's lived experience of clinic procedures.
• Translate insights from a real patient or family experience into practical improvements for dental services.

Abstract: General anaesthesia can be an appropriate and necessary option for some patients who cannot safely tolerate dental treatment in a conventional setting. At the same time, the pathway leading to that decision deserves careful consideration. Patients with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, severe anxiety, sensory differences, communication needs, trauma histories or limited previous exposure to dentistry may show distress or an inability to proceed for many different reasons. Understanding those reasons can help dental teams determine whether additional preparation, environmental adjustments, communication support, staged visits or behavioural approaches may improve access to care.

This round-table session will explore what dental organisations can put in place before general anaesthesia becomes the only perceived route to treatment, while respecting clinical judgement and patient safety. Discussion will include pre-visit information gathering, individualised care plans, visual supports, familiarisation visits, desensitisation, predictable appointment structures, caregiver collaboration, sensory adjustments and continuity with the same clinical team. Participants will also consider the organisational conditions required for these approaches, including scheduling flexibility, trained staff, documentation, referral pathways and realistic expectations regarding time and outcomes.

The session will not present general anaesthesia as a failure or suggest that it should be avoided when clinically indicated. Instead, it will support a more informed and individualised decision-making process. Participants will examine how leaders can provide teams with the skills, time, protocols and referral relationships needed to explore appropriate options, communicate transparently with families and document decisions. The aim is to improve patient choice, safety, dignity and continuity of oral healthcare.

Learning objectives:
• Identify patient, environmental, communication and clinical factors that may contribute to low treatment tolerance.
• Discuss preparation and desensitisation approaches that may support selected patients before treatment.
• Evaluate when environmental adjustments, staged visits or behavioural support may be appropriate within a care pathway.
• Recognise when general anaesthesia remains a necessary and clinically appropriate option.
• Outline the leadership, staffing, documentation and referral systems needed to support individualised decision-making.

Abstract: These interactive sessions will give clinicians practical tools to manage common difficulties during root canal treatment and work with less stress.

Using clinical cases, we will discuss each treatment step: access preparation with magnification and ultrasonic tips, canal instrumentation in thirds, instrument motion, and single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.

Participants will be invited to share the difficulties they face in daily practice. Together, we will discuss how to plan the next step, avoid common errors and recognise when a case needs a different approach or specialist referral.

The aim is to help clinicians build a clear treatment sequence that they understand and can use with confidence.

Learning objectives:
By the end of each session, participants should be able to:
• Discuss common treatment difficulties and practical ways to manage them.
• Explain how magnification and ultrasonic tips can help during access preparation.
• Demonstrate, through clinical case discussion, how to plan canal instrumentation in thirds.
• Explain how instrument motion and handling affect canal shaping.
• Discuss when and how to use single-cone obturation with a bioceramic sealer.