Once a tool limited to small prosthetic restorations, CAD/CAM technology is now an integral part of every modern dental practice. Dr Christian Moussally details the evolution of this technology and shares his philosophy of ‘common sense’ dentistry.
Dr Eduardo Mahn, an expert in aesthetic dentistry and implantology, describes the intricacies of smile design and highlights recent developments in minimally invasive composite techniques.
Dr Fedderwitz, chair of the FDI Education Committee, shares the committee’s motto, ‘learning from the best!’, profiles an international set of speakers and highlights the importance of life-long learning for professionals and patients alike.
Dr Macias introduces the scientific programme and shares his excitement for collaborative, hands-on learning opportunities in the heart of San Francisco. Dr Macias is the 2019 General Chair of the Committee on Annual Meetings from the American Dental Association.
FDI holds elections each year at the FDI World Dental Congress. This year, 16 members from 13 countries were elected to Council or Standing Committee positions.
Dr Kathryn Kell, FDI President (2017–2019), shares her enthusiasm to host next year’s Congress together with her friends and colleagues from the American Dental Association.
The 2018 FDI World Dental Congress concluded on Saturday, 8 September. Organized in collaboration with the Argentina Dental Association, the Congress welcomed nearly 8,000 participants from around the globe.
The Year-in-Review session will centre upon the newest developments in anaesthesia and pharmacology within the dental profession. Year-in-Review session chair, Professor Marzena Dominiak, offers her insights on the highlights of this session and details her own approach to anaesthesia.
FDI World Dental Federation looks forward to welcoming all attendees to Buenos Aires for the 2018 FDI World Dental Congress from 5 to 8 September 2018. Five sessions will be webcast for those who wish to attend remotely.
World Oral Health Forum panelists Dr Sophie Dartevelle and Prof. Kakuhiro Fukai highlight the importance of prioritizing oral health within the eldercare framework. This year's edition will illustrate the strong link between oral health and healthy ageing through a series of real-life examples of elderly oral healthcare models from Asia, Europe, and South America.
