International Esthetic Days

Dr. Eirik Aasland Salvesen represents Oris Dental, the leading DSO in Norway. He is one of the co-founders and continues to hold positions as CEO of Oris Dental and Executive Director of the Oris Academy. In addition to working hands-on at Oris Dental in Stavanger and serving as a board member in Oris Dental Holding, Salvesen has lectured worldwide since 2004. He has been responsible for surgical courses and lectures for Straumann, Nobel Biocare, and Geistlich - for whom he has worked with both as a clinical consultant and product developer. From 2015-2016 Salvesen worked as a supervisor for the Specialist program in Periodontology at the University of Bergen, responsible for the candidates' surgical implant training. Furthermore, Salvesen has been a designated expert on BLX and TLX implant systems for Straumann since 2017. Oris Academy in Stavanger is appointed "Advanced Educational Center" on the topic of immediacy. Salvesen is a long-time fellow of the ITI and involved in product development with Straumann and 3Shape. He has also contributed to developing a new program of education under ITI and IMD's auspices - The Dental practice management course. Salvesen sees the patient journey as the backbone of every successful dental practice and has spent the last two decades refining this journey with his team. The result now serves as the cultural base of the rapid growth of Oris Dental.

Wael Att, DDS, Dr med dent, PhD, is professor and chair of the Department of Prosthodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and a professor of prosthodontics at the University of Freiburg School of Dentistry in Germany. He serves as president of the International Academy for Digital Dental Medicine, past president of the Prosthodontics Group of the International Association for Dental Research as well as president of the Arabian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. Dr Att is a board-certified prosthodontist from the German Society of Prosthodontics and Biomaterials and an active member of multiple professional organizations, including the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

Dr. Andrea Bazzucchi received his Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1992, from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome. In 1996 he received his Master of Science in Dentistry in Orthodontics at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.A and in 1999 he received his second master in Orthodontics at the University of Naples, Facoltà di medicina e Chirurgia I Policlinico. Dr. Bazzucchi is an International Speaker on Aligners therapy at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio. (USA). Dr. Bazzucchi has published multitude of national and international articles. Dr. Bazzucchi works in his five practices with a team of 5 other orthodontist in Rome specializing in multidisciplinary treatment as well as in his new orthodontic clinic in Stavanger, Norway. He has been lecturing on Aligners therapy for 22 years and treated more than 4,000 patients. Dr. Bazzucchi is a Key Opinion Leader for Straumann on ClearCorrect aligners therapy. As a KOL and a ClearCorrect provider, he acts as an international clinical consultant for Straumann, lecturing and consulting worldwide.

Co-founder International Advanced Dentistry IAD; Oral Surgery Specialist - OMD College of Portugal; Doctor in Oral Surgery and Medicine (PhD); Oral Surgery Post-Graduate Course (2008-2011, FMDUL Lisbon); NYU College of Dentistry, Implant Dentistry Alumni (2006-2008, New York); NYU Continuing Education Oral Rehabilitation Program (2004-2006, New York); Clinical Dental Research Program (2012, Washington University, Seattle); Master of Science in Bone Regeneration (MSc, FMDUL Lisbon); Graduated in Dentistry at FMDUL, Lisbon University; Oral Surgery and Implant Dentistry Faculty, FMDUL since 2004

Maja Chmielewska is a private practitioner, with the focus on digital protocols in implant dentistry, education, and practice management. She graduated from the Medical University of Warsaw in 2016, spent a year in CAD/CAM material research and as a teaching assistant in Los Angeles and acquired her Masters’ degree in implantology and periodontology from DTMD University in Luxemburg. Dr Maja has been actively involved in education, lecturing in more than 25 countries, and participating in multiple online education events. She is a co-author of the “Guided Surgery” book and an ITI Fellow. She runs the Young ITI Study Club in Poland.

Dr. Karim Dada is a Paris Descartes University graduate with post-graduate certificates in implant prosthodontics and surgery. One of his several notable recognitions is by the Académie Nationale de Chirurgie Dentaire in 2005, which honored his work in providing vital implant treatment to patients undergoing head and neck cancer radiotherapy. Dr. Dada's Paris-based private practice emphasizes perio-plastic surgery and implant dentistry, showcasing his expertise in these specialized fields.

Mona Gast is a dedicated specialist in multidisciplinary dentistry based in Norway. She completed her dental education at the University of Hungary in 2010 and later specialized at the University of Tromsø, where she graduated in 2017. Dr. Gast finds great joy in her job due to its variety and constant new challenges. She thrives in a collaborative environment and loves the excellent teamwork atmosphere at her clinic.

Vincent Fehmer, MDT, received his dental technical education and degree in Stuttgart, Germany, before completing fellowships in Great Britain and the United States in Oral Design–certified dental technical laboratories. After working several years in such a laboratory in Berlin, he received his MDT degree and became the chief dental technician at the Clinic for Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics in Zurich, Switzerland. Since 2015, he has been a dental technician at the Clinic for Fixed Prosthodontics and Biomaterials in Geneva, Switzerland. He also runs his own laboratory in Lausanne. Mr Fehmer is a Fellow of the International Team for Implantology, an active member of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EAED), and a member of the Oral Design group as well as the European Association of Dental Technology (EADT) and the German Society of Esthetic Dentistry (DGÄZ). He is a sought-after international speaker and has received many honors for his work, including the Kenneth Rudd Award from the American Prosthodontic Society. He has published more than 50 articles in peer-reviewed journals within the field of fixed prosthodontics and digital dental technology, contributed to many books, and recently coauthored the book Fixed Restorations: A Clinical Guide to the Selection of Materials and Fabrication Technology with Irena Sailer and Bjarni Pjetursson. Mr Fehmer also serves as Editor-in-Chief for the International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry, Section Editor for the International Journal of Prosthodontics, and co-chair for the 26^thInternational Symposium on Ceramics (June 2023).

Dr. Roshi Frafjord is a specialist in oral surgery and oral medicine. She has extensive experience in implantology and bone augmentation. With a dental degree from Newcastle University, Dr. Frafjord completed her postgraduate studies at Guy's and King's College Hospitals, London. Dr. Frafjord works at Oris Dental Norway and is head of clinical quality for Oris Academy. She is passionate about passing knowledge forward and is actively engaged in teaching courses and giving lectures internationally.

Dr. Fernando Franch is a specialized periodontist, holding a dentistry degree from the International University of Catalonia and completing his MClin Dent in Periodontology from the Eastman Dental Institute, University College of London. He has researched periodontics and is an accredited specialist by the European Federation of Periodontology. Dr. Franch actively contributes to the field through teaching, speaking engagements, and research publications, focusing on providing comprehensive periodontal treatments, including surgeries, regenerative procedures, and implants. His goal is to collaborate with colleagues and enhance multidisciplinary treatments for the satisfaction of professionals and patients alike.

Prof. Dr. Fromovich graduated from the Medicine & Pharmacy institute in Bucharest, Romania. He is an expert on dental implants and he is leading a private practice dedicated to placement and restoration of dental implants. Dr. Fromovich is the inventor of many implant systems and restorative implant parts. Moreover, he has lectured extensively nationally and internationally. Dr. Fromovich has also conducted many advanced implant courses and he is the author of book chapters in implant dentistry and scientific publications.

Dr. Nuno Gil graduated in 2003 at Alfonso X University, Spain.  In 2008, he graduated in dental aesthetics at Newton Fahl Institute in Curitiba, Brazil. Then he got a diploma in Implantology and periodontology from the ImplantePerio course in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Dr Nuno Gil is the medical director and the head of the clinical training center of Clinica Dental Nuno Gil in Burgos, Spain.

Dr. Gonzalez-Martin received the DDS degree from University of Seville in 1999 and was appointed as an assistant professor at the same university from 1999 to 2005, while also working in a private practice. In 2005, he moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (USA) to obtain an MS degree in Graduate Periodontics and Periodontal-Prosthesis in 2009 from University of Pennsylvania (UPenn). He received the Arnold Weisgold’s Director’s Award. He joined the UPenn faculty as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in 2009 and he currently keeps the position. He became a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontics in 2009. In 2010, he received a scholarship to join to the Fixed Prosthodontic and Occlusion Department at the University of Geneva School of Dental Medicine. In 2015, he obtained an International PhD at the University of Seville. Currently, he serves as Editor-in-Chief for The International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry. At present, he teaches in the graduate program of Periodontology at University Complutense of Madrid, Part-time in Restorative Dentistry and Biomaterials Sciences Harvard School of Dental Medicine while continuing work at a private practice, Atelier Dental Madrid, exclusive to periodontics, prosthesis, and implants.

Dr. Sanaa Kader qualified at Leeds Dental Institute in 2007, with an honour’s degree. She spent eight years gaining experience in London, and in 2016 moved to Leeds, and subsequently became the owner of Indigo Dental. She enjoys building patient smiles with a restorative-orthodontic approach and placing dental implants to give people their confidence back. She is a Key Opinion Leader for ClearCorrect and has completed many smile makeovers using clear aligners. She is a member of the Association of Dental Implantology, the International Team for Implantology, and the College of General Dentistry. She enjoys keeping up to date with her knowledge and skills and can often be found attending courses to further this.

Dr. France Lambert graduated from the University of Liege in Periodontology, where she continued to obtain a PhD in the same subject. She has also completed a fellowship program in oral implantology at the prestigious Harvard School of Dental Medicine as well as the University of Washington. She is currently Head of Clinic in the Periodontology and Oral Surgery Departement at the University of Liege. Her clinical work is focused exclusively on implantology, mucogingival surgery and periodontics. Her scientific research areas target different aspects of the use of biomaterial and dental implants.

Graduate, cum laude, D.D.S., School of Dental Medicine, University of Ghent, 2002. DDS, Master’s Degree in Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Berne, 2008. Specialist in Periodontology, European Federation of Periodontology 2008. Speaker at international and national congresses (Europerio, SEPA, ITI). ITI fellow since 2008 and Study Club Director since 2009 in Palma de Mallorca. Co-Director of the official Journal of SEPA (Sociedad Española de Periodoncia y Osteointegración). Publications in national and international dental journals.

2001: Doctor in Dentistry: vote 110/110. From 2001: Teacher and Tutor Department of Implatology, Head Professor E. Romeo, St. Paul Hospital, Dental Clinic, University of Milan, Italy. From 2003 Scientific Reviewer for Quintessence Publishing Co. Inc. (Chicago, IL). 2004: Post-graduated on “Advanced oral surgery and maxillary reconstructive technics” at University of Paris. 2004: Master in “Innovation technics in oral implantology and prosthetic rehabilitation“ at University of Milan, Italy. From 2006: Teacher and Tutor at Post-graduate Implant Dentistry and Prosthetic Rehabilitation Course, St. Paul Hospital, Dental Clinic, University of Milan, Italy. 2008: Phd on Implant Dentistry and Prosthetic Rehabilitation at University of Milan, Italy. From 2009: Teacher and Tutor at Post-graduate Implant Dentistry and Prosthetic Rehabilitation Course, Dental Clinic, University of Padova, Italy. 2011: Winner of the IIS International Prize for the Best Clinical Research of the 2011. ITI (International Team for Implantology) Fellow Member. SIO Active Member (Italian Society of Ossseointegration). PEERS (Platform for Exchange, Education, Research Science) Active Member. From 2013: Abilitation for Associate Professor for the Italian Ministry of University. From 2015: Tutor and Teacher in Prostohodontics and Implant Dentistry at PKUSS, University of Peking (China), Department of Stomatology. From 2017: Associate Visiting Professor for the Shangai (China) Jiao Tong University, School of Medicine. From 2018: Assistant Professor on Implant Dentistry and Prosthetic Rehabilitation at University of Milan, Italy. From 2017: Associate Adjunct Professor for the Shangdong University Hospital, School of Medicine, Quindao (China). Author of 34 Publications on international peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Lowe graduated from Stanford University with Degrees in both Biology and Economics. He then graduated from UCSF Dental School and completed his orthodontic residency at UCSF as well. Since 1991 he has been the orthodontic attending at the General Practice Residency CRMC – UCSF Fresno. Since 1991 he has maintained both an orthodontic private practice and a group pediatric/orthodontic practice. He is considered a pioneer in Clear Aligner treatment since he started delivering aligner treatment in 1999 when aligners were first introduced to the public. Dr. Lowe has lectured on Clear Aligner treatment in the US and internationally. His area of expertise is teaching the biomechanics of predictable Clear Aligner treatment for all types of malocclusions.

Dr. Mah obtained his Doctorate of Dental Surgery, Master of Science degrees and his Certificate of Specialization in Orthodontics from the University of Alberta and his Doctorate of Medical Science degree from Harvard University. Dr. Mah is the Dean at UNLV School of Dental Medicine. He was recently recognized by Stanford University in the top 2% of dentists cited globally with over 100 publications, several textbook chapters and several hundred national and international presentations. He also serves as Associate Editor of the Journal of Aligner Orthodontics and is a reviewer for the American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, Journal of Clinical Orthodontics and the Angle Orthodontist.

Dr. Patrice Margossian graduated in dental surgery in 1999 at the University of Marseille, France. In 2008, he got his PhD in odontology, further ato research studies on the immediate implant loading. Currently, he runs a private practice in Marseille, specialized in implantology and periodontology. In parallel, he is lecturer on esthetic and implantology. Head of the «Smile-Concept» implantology education center, he is also the author and co-author of many national and international publications.

Dr. Alberto Monje obtained the certificate and Masters in Periodontology from the University of Michigan, Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine. Since them, he is certified by the American Board of Periodontics. He was the recipient of the ITI Scholarship for 2016-2017 at the University of Bern (Switzerland). Dr. Alberto Monje is PhD in the field of alveolar bone architecture granted by the University of Granada (Spain). He holds a private practice exclusive in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry (CICOM Periodoncia). He is Adjunct Professor at the Department of Periodontics of the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (Barcelona, Spain), and Assistant Clinical Professor at the Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, USA). Dr. Monje is Visiting Professor at the Department of Periodontology of the University of Bern (Switzerland).

Dr. Pariente earned his DDS degree from the University of Paris René Descartes in 2009. He enrolled at New York University College of Dentistry in the advanced program for international dentists in implant dentistry, graduating in 2012). After returning to Paris, his private practice is limited to implantology and periodontology. He is also a part-time faculty member in the implant department at the University Paris V. He coauthored several international and national publications on implant dentistry and is currently involved in several research projects at the University of Paris René Descartes on immediate implant placement and sinus lift procedures.

Lucrezia Paternò Holtzman is a specialist in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry with a private practice in Rome, Italy. She is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP), the Societa’ Italiana di Paradontologia (SIdP), the European Academy of Osseointegration (EAO) and the ITI (International Team for Implantology). She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Rome, Italy. Dr. Paternò Holtzman then completed a three year Residency program in Periodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston (USA). During her residency she was actively involved in research, and also received an advanced dental Master of Science (MSc) degree in Oral Biology. Dr. Paternò Holtzman was then awarded the Implant Periodontal and Prosthetics Fellowship at the University of Maryland Dental School where she was in residence for a year. She was then awarded the international ITI Scholarship in Rome, Italy at the Eastman Dental Hospital. She established a private practice in Rome, while continuing as an active member of the ITI, and continuing with clinical research. She is currently a member of the Junior Committee of the EAO and of the International Young ITI groups.

DDS, Graduated in Dentistry in Bern and Specialist in dental surgery. Author of scientific publications. Member of SSO, EAO, ITI and MINEC founder.

Dr. Presencia gratuated in Dentistry from the Cardenal Herrera C.E.U. University in Valencia. She got a Official University Master in Advanced Orthodontics in European University of Valencia. In her continuous education are: International Master of Aligners, European Master of Aligners, Integral Master in Oral Implantology ITI and a Post-graduate Program in Oral Implantology from the University of California. She is the owner of two dental clinics in Valencia, Spain and combines private practice with training, teaching courses and conferences nationally and internationally. She is Global Advisor for ClearCorrect, Mixed Dentition Clinical Council Member, and WON Ambassador (Women Orthodontics Network). She collaborated in chapter 1 writing about diagnosis and planning with orthodontics in implant treatments in the book “Oclusión y Prótesis sobre Implantes” by autor Maxi Cacciacane. Ed. Peldaño. 2023.

Algirdas Puisys has been working at private practice in Vilnius, Lithuania since 2002. He graduated from Vilnius Univesity (Lithuania) in 2002 and periodontology residency from Lithuania University of Health science in 2006 and was awarded PhD from Vilnius University (Lithuania) in 2016 . Dr. Algirdas Puisys is an ITI Fellow and runs the ITI Study Club in Vilnius (Lithuania).

DDS, Graduated with honors in dentistry, active in the clinical researches, he participates as a speaker for national and international congresses.

Dr Prav Solanki graduated from the prestigious University of Oxford, having studied Medicine, followed by a PhD in Pharmacology before venturing into dental business growth. He combines his role as a marketing scientist and the owner of multiple dental practices to craft impactful marketing campaigns and unique patient journey experiences to optimise growth and customer experience.  He's worked with over 500 independent clinics and several corporate dental groups to help elevate their patient journey, marketing campaigns and impact growth. He is a director of IAS Academy and founder of The Fresh marketing and growth consultancy. His newest venture, Leadflo^®, exemplifies the depth of his expertise. This cutting-edge platform harnesses the power of machine learning to drive conversions and patient-centric lead management.

Doctor of medicine and dentistry. University professor specialized in implant surgery, implant prosthodontics and oral surgery. In charge of postgraduate education at the Department of Oral Surgery in the Gottlieb-Bernhard University Clinic of the Dental School of Vienna Medical University, Austria. Private practice in Vienna focused on implant dentistry and oral surgery. Lecturer at national and international level. Author of scientific articles and book chapters.

Jasper Thoolen graduated as a dentist from the Radboud University in Nijmegen (the Netherlands) in 2016. He works in his practice Lassus Tandartsen Oisterwijk and his main focus is on restorative and reconstructive dentistry, digital smile design and digital workflow, orthodontics and implantology. Jasper is a renowned international speaker on a variety of dental meetings and symposia and is connected as a trainer to several post-academic education programs. Besides his work at the dental chair, he is also an author for a variety of dental magazines and key-opinion-leader for a variety of well-respected dental companies. Jasper is one of the five founders of the online education movement Karma.Dentistry.

Dr. Jochen Tunkel completed five years of training in periodontology, graduating as a specialist in periodontology (German Fachzahnarzt). He then moved to Professor Khoury's clinic, where he completed his training as an oral surgery specialist (German Fachzahnarzt) and Master of Oral Medicine in Implantology. During his 3-year postgraduate program he learned the shell technique in detail. During this time, his also focused on soft tissue management for large augmentations and implant-augmentative rehabilitation of periodontally severely compromised patients. After opening his own practice in 2007, he focused his work on the further development of the shell technique. To this end, he initially conducted work on augmentative relining with Dr. Luca de Stavola. Since 2018, he has been working intensively on the allogeneic shell techniqueand has helped it to achieve a breakthrough. In particular, he has focused on the basic principles of allogeneic and autologous shell techniques that improve the success of these methods.

An esteemed practitioner in Langen, Germany, Dr. Vietor is a renowned oral surgeon and implantologist. His accomplishments span postgraduate studies in Oral Surgery, an ITI-Fellow title, and impactful contributions as a speaker and author. Expertise includes CAD/CAM implant prosthetics, personalized implant solutions, 3D navigation, and dental digital technologies.

PRESENT POSITIONS:
Prosthodontist in private practice – Vilnius implantology center
Associate professor – Institute of Odontology, Faculty of Medicine in Vilnius University

EDUCATION:
2019-2022 Residency programme in Prosthetic Dentistry in Vilnius University (No. 190633)
2018 Postgraduate doctoral degree (PHD) in medical sciences in Vilnius University (No. 001970)
2008-2009   Intern in general dental practice at Vilnius Implantology center, qualified as general practice dentist
2003-2008   Institute of Odontology, Faculty of Medicine in Vilnius University

PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS:
Full oral rehabilitation with implant and teeth supported restorations, minimally invasive dentistry, especially in aesthetic area

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP:
Member of Lithuanian dental chamber (OR)
Member of Lithuanian prosthodontists association (LOOD)

Sarah Weston qualified from Guy’s Hospital, London in 1996. After many years of delivering dentistry both on the NHS and private, in the UK and abroad, Sarah joined the DSO Mydentist in 2013. She practices in Woodbridge Suffolk. She now offers Clear Correct 2 days a week in practice. Sarah is also the Clinical Development Advisor for MyDentist offering clinical support to over 70 dentists across 20 practices in the South East and London. Sarah has delivered the Clear Correct training for MyDentist since March 2021 and has trained over 700 dentists in delivering ClearCorrect aligners in practice. In 2023 Sarah joined the UK Clear Correct team as a speaker and is currently part of the 4-person team delivering the accreditation course on behalf of Clear Correct in the UK. As a result of this work Sarah is a Key opinion leader and Global ambassador for the brand. Sarah is a committed to helping other dentists and teams to grow their aligners and really enjoys teaching and passing on her knowledge and skills.