Preliminary Program
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| THURSDAY 12 November | Opening Gala Dinner Location: TBA |
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 07:00 – 08:00 | Breakfast |
| 08:00 – 08:05 |
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Prof. Vineet Dhar, IAPD Global Summit, Chair of the Scientific Committee
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| Session 1: Biological Foundations of Interceptive Orthodontics | |
| 08:05 – 08:50 |
From Growth to Treatment: Craniofacial Development as a Framework for Early Orthodontic Decision-Making
Dr. Nour Tarraf, Department of Orthodontics, The University of Sydney, Australia
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| 08:50 – 09:35 |
Understanding Today's Child: Behavioral Considerations in Early Orthodontic Treatment
Prof. Cameron L. Randall, University of Washington School of Dentistry, Seattle, USA
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| 09:35 – 10:20 |
Diagnostic Approaches in the Primary and Mixed Dentition: Clinical and Radiographic Assessment
Prof. Kitae Park, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Samsung Medical Centre, Korea
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| 10:20 – 10:35 | Discussion |
| 10:35 – 11:00 | Coffee Break, Exhibition Visit and Poster Viewing |
| Session 2: Space Management and Guidance of Eruption | |
| 11:00 – 11:45 |
Space Maintenance and Management in the Developing Dentition
Dr. Sara Arcari, SIOI Italian Society of Pediatric Dentistry, Italy
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| 11:45 – 12:30 |
Serial Extraction Protocols: Indications, Timing, and Evidence
Dr. Fabrizio Lerda, University of Cagliari, Italy
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| 12:30 – 12:45 | Discussion |
| 12:45 – 13:45 | Lunch Break & Exhibition Visits — Dining Area & Exhibition Hall |
| Session 3: Management of Non-Nutritive Habits and Eruption Disturbances | |
| 13:45 – 14:30 |
Management of Non-Nutritive Habits: Scientific Evidence and Treatment Approaches
Prof. Ari Kupietzky, Hebrew University-Hadassah Faculty of Dental Medicine, Israel
|
| 14:30 – 15:15 |
Management of Eruption Disturbances: Evidence-Based Clinical Decision Making.
Dr. Carolina Medina Díaz, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois / ALOP, Switzerland
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| 15:15 – 15:30 | Discussion |
| 15:30 – 15:45 | Coffee Break, Exhibition Visit and Poster Viewing |
| Session 4: Management of Sagittal Malocclusions – Evidence-Based Protocols for Early Intervention | |
| 15:45 – 16:30 |
Class II Malocclusion: Timing of Intervention and Treatment Modalities
Dr. John Christensen, University of North Carolina Adams School of Dentistry, USA
|
| 16:30 – 17:15 |
Class III Malocclusion in Growing Patients with and without Asymmetries: Treatment Strategies and Long-Term Outcomes
Prof. Letizia Perillo, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Italy
|
| 17:15 – 17:30 | Discussion |
| 17:30 – 19:00 | Coffee Break, Exhibition Visit and Poster Sessions (Groups 1–6) |
| 19:00 – 21:00 | Welcome Reception |
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 07:00 – 08:00 | Breakfast |
| Session 5: Management of Transversal Malocclusions – Evidence-Based Protocols for Early Intervention | |
| 08:00 – 08:45 |
Crossbite Correction: Evidence-Based Protocols for Expansion in Primary and Mixed Dentition
Dr. Gonzalo Feijóo, Universidad Complutense de Madrid / Universidad CEU San Pablo, Spain
|
| 08:45 – 09:30 |
Early Recognition and Management of Dental and Skeletal Asymmetries in Growing Patients
Prof. Kitae Park, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Samsung Medical Centre, Korea
|
| 09:30 – 09:45 | Discussion |
| 09:45 – 10:15 | Coffee Break & Exhibition Visit |
| Session 6: Management of Vertical Malocclusions – Evidence-Based Protocols for Early Intervention | |
| 10:15 – 11:00 | From Molar Mayhem to Managed Occlusion: Coordinating Paediatric and Orthodontic Care in Early First Molar Loss, Ectopic Eruption and Impacted Teeth |
| 11:00 – 11:45 |
Vertical Discrepancies: Recognition and Management in the Growing Child
Dr. Esmeralda Herrero, Pediatric Dentist-Orthodontist, Spain
|
| 11:45 – 12:00 | Discussion |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch Break & Exhibition Visit |
| 13:00 – 13:30 | Industry-Sponsored Session — Location: TBA |
| 13:30 – 13:45 | Discussion |
| Session 7: Interceptive Approaches for Specific Clinical Scenarios | |
| 13:45 – 14:30 |
Management of Dental Trauma and Its Orthodontic Implications
Dr. John Christensen, University of North Carolina Adams School of Dentistry, USA
|
| 14:30 – 15:15 |
Interceptive Management in Patients with Congenital or Acquired Craniofacial Conditions
Dr. Barbara Sheller, Seattle Children's Hospital, USA
|
| 15:15 – 15:30 | Discussion |
| 15:30 – 16:00 | Coffee Break & Exhibition Visit |
| Session 8: Interdisciplinary Approaches in Interceptive Orthodontics | |
| 16:00 – 16:45 |
Airway-Focused Orthodontics: The Role of Early Intervention in Sleep Disordered Breathing
Dr. Tim Wright, Adams School of Dentistry, The University of North Carolina, USA
|
| 16:45 – 17:30 |
Fixed vs. Removable Appliances: Selection Criteria, Clinical Applications, and Retention Strategies
Dr. Daniela Garib, University of São Paulo, Bauru Dental School and Craniofacial Hospital, Brazil
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| 17:30 – 17:45 | Discussion |
| 19:00 | Gala Dinner — Location: TBA |
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 07:00 – 08:00 | Breakfast |
| Session 9: Clinical Practice and Future Directions | |
| 08:00 – 08:45 |
Industry-Sponsored Lecture
By Shofu | Location: TBA
|
| 08:45 – 09:30 |
The Role of Myofunctional Therapy in Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment
Prof. Carlos Flores Mir, University of Alberta, Canada
|
| 09:30 – 10:15 |
Frenectomies in Children: Orthodontic Indications, Timing, and Interdisciplinary Management
Dr. Vineet Dhar, Professor and Chair, Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore, USA
|
| 10:15 – 10:30 | Discussion |
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Coffee Break |
| 11:00 – 11:45 |
Interceptive Orthodontics: Evidence, Emerging Technology, and Future Trends
Dr. Jorge Castillo, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Lima, Peru | University of Washington, Seattle, WA
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| 11:45 – 12:00 |
Summit Summary, Awards & Closing Ceremony
Prof. Vineet Dhar & Dr. Jorge Castillo
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