Dr. Lanis graduated from the University of Valparaiso, Chile in 2008 and completed a three-year residency program in Oral and Maxillofacial Implantology at the University of Chile in Santiago. Additionally, he has an advanced diploma in Marketing and Health Administration from University of Chile School of Business and an advanced certification in Medical Education from Catholic University of Chile School of Medicine. In 2013, he moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan to participate as an Implant Scholar in the Periodontics and Oral Medicine Department at University of Michigan School of Dentistry. During his career he has been specially dedicated to the practice of advanced prosthodontics, oral implantology and digital dentistry. Dr. Lanis is a recognized international lecturer in digital dentistry, oral implantology, esthetics and prosthodontics. He is fellow of the International Team for Implantology where he serves in the Global Education Committee and member of the European Association for Osseointegration, the International College of Prosthodontics and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He has published several scientific articles in specialized journals and books and has collaborated as a scientific advisor with different dental implant companies worldwide.
Born in 1960 in Bordeaux, Jean-François Lasserre, PhD., DDS, graduated from the University of Bordeaux 2 in 1983. Following his DEA in anthropology, in 1994 he became an associate professor in the Prosthetic department of the Dental faculty of the University of Bordeaux. In 2003 he defended his University Doctoral Thesis on the topic of dental wear in modern and historical population, developing and introducing a chewing simulator device to study the in vitro wear of novel ceramic and composite dental materials. For more than 15 years, he has been teaching Occlusion, to later dedicate himself to research and teaching of dental esthetics and ceramic restorations. He has authored numerous articles in national and international journals and has frequently presented lectures in France and abroad, dedicated to esthetic ceramic restorations. Jean-François Lasserre practices at the University Dental Hospital Center but also owns a private clinic in Bordeaux specializing in dental esthetics, implantology, and prosthetics. He is a founder of the research and educational group for dental esthetics named “Symbiose.” For many years Jean-François Lasserre has been a Vice Dean of the Dental Faculty, in charge of the international relations, and has been granted the Honoris Causa as well as the title of Associate Professor by the University of Medicine and Pharmacy (UMP) in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. He is also Associate Professor at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Luliu Hatieganu” in Cluj-Napoca in Romania.
Dr. Ernesto Lee is a distinguished expert in Dental Implants and Esthetic Dentistry, notable for his patented S.M.A.R.T. Minimally Invasive Bone Grafting technique. He formerly directed the Periodontal Prosthesis/Fixed Prosthodontics Postgraduate Program at the University of Pennsylvania, where he significantly enhanced its reputation. Dr. Lee also established the Temple University Dental Implantology Center in 1989, a pioneering facility in Philadelphia.
An accomplished educator and innovator, Dr. Lee has taught and lectured globally, contributing to over 30 publications and presenting at numerous prestigious dental forums. His S.M.A.R.T. technique improves jawbone reconstruction, minimizing patient discomfort and complications.
Dr. Lee, a Panama native and summa cum laude graduate from the University of Panama, runs a practice in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. He lives with his wife, orthodontist Dr. LynAnn Mastaj, and their children Michael and Mackenzie.
Lydia Legg, DDS, MS, is a reconstructive maxillofacial prosthodontist and dental oncologist. Dr Legg is the director of Reconstructive Maxillofacial Prosthetics in the Department of Otolaryngology Division of Surgery at Mass Eye and Ear and in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Division of Surgery at Mass General Brigham. She is an instructor in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative Dentistry and Biomaterials Sciences at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine and has affiliations with the Dana Farber and Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center as well as the Cleft and Craniofacial Center at the Shriner’s Hospital.
Dr. Christian Leonhardt is an alumnus of Würzburg University College of Dentistry, where he laid the foundation for his distinguished career. Post-graduation, he pursued diverse curricula and master's programs across Germany, Europe and the U.S., including a notable Master of Science in Orthodontics from Danube University. Widely recognized as a specialist in Prosthodontics, Dr. Leonhardt places great emphasis on continuous education, regularly attending lectures and conferences to stay abreast of the latest advancements in dentistry. Operating a comprehensive practice in Augsburg, Dr. Leonhardt offers a full spectrum of dental services, reflecting his commitment to providing comprehensive care to his patients. Additionally, his practice serves as a teaching practice- affiliated with DTMD University in Luxembourg, highlighting his dedication to academic collaboration. Dr. Leonhardt's involvement as both a graduate and mentor at the Kois Center is a testament to his passion for sharing knowledge and promoting evidence-based teaching methodologies within the dental community. His understated yet profound impact on the field is evident in his dedication to advancing professional standards and fostering ongoing learning among his peers.
After completing his basic training as a dental technician, Peter Lerch opted for professional residencies and further training at home and abroad. In 1988/89 he completed his training as a prosthodontist at the University of Zurich. He worked as a consultant in his institute and is a lecturer in prosthetics and functional analysis. He is also active as a speaker at home and abroad. He is credited with various noteworthy professional publications and video productions. His self-developed treatment concept, the Lerch Concept, is known worldwide and is constantly being refined. In addition, he is and has been involved in various developments such as the CONCEPTOR Alpha (first device to simulate mandibular movement), the SOLUTION ceramic anterior tooth (ENTA) and preciform d (bredent) (impression instrument). In 1994 he founded the I.S.P. Individual System Prothetik AG and later, founded and took over the management of the Institute for Functional Analysis and Prosthetics. These days he deals with, patient consultations, functional analysis and the resulting therapeutic consequences. He is passively involved in the following associations: DGZMK, DGFDT and AKPP.
Dr. Tomas Linkevicius has received DDS degree in 2000 in Kaunas University, Lithuania. In 2004 he finished post-graduate program in prosthodontics in Vilnius University. In 2009 he has defended theses “The influence of mucosal tissue thickness on crestal bone stability around dental implants” and received PhD degree in Riga Stradins University, Latvia. Currently, dr. Tomas Linkevicius serves as Assoc. Professor in Institute of Odontology, Vilnius University. He also works in private practice “Vilnius Implantology Center” and is a founder of private research center “Vilnius Research Group”. Dr. Tomas Linkevicius serves as a reviewer in dental journals, like “International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants”, “Journal of Periodontology”, “Clinical Implant Dentistry and Related Research” and “Journal of Clinical Periodontology”. He is the author and co-author of many articles in international journals, indexed in PubMed.
Dr. Stanley Y.C. Liu, a distinguished Associate Professor renowned in the fields of Otolaryngology and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine. In addition to his esteemed roles, Dr. Liu serves as the director of the Stanford Sleep Surgery Fellowship, mentoring aspiring professionals, and guides as a preceptor to the Stanford Oculoplastic Surgery Fellowship, shaping the next generation of specialists. Notably, he is a respected Stanford Biodesign Faculty Fellow Alumnus, reflecting his commitment to innovative medical advancements. Dr. Liu is at the forefront of sleep apnea surgery, offering expertise in a comprehensive range of procedures, from nasal to maxillomandibular advancement (MMA), including pioneering techniques such as adult maxillary expansion (DOME), which he developed alongside Professor Christian Guilleminault in 2015. Continuously refining the sleep surgery protocol at Stanford, Dr. Liu's dedication to enhancing patient outcomes is evident. His research endeavors encompass diverse areas, from clinical phenotyping to optimize sleep surgery outcomes to virtual surgical planning for facial skeletal surgery and neuromodulation of the upper airway, demonstrating his multifaceted approach to advancing medical knowledge. A sought-after speaker, Dr. Liu has delivered keynote addresses both nationally and internationally at prestigious conferences spanning various specialties. His contribution to scientific literature is extensive, with over 100 published articles and medical texts, highlighting his significant impact on the field of sleep surgery with original scientific insights. In summary, Dr. Stanley Y.C. Liu's illustrious career is marked by a tireless commitment to excellence in patient care, education, and research, positioning him as a leading authority in Otolaryngology and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.