SYMPOSIUM:
THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF DIGITAL DENTISTRY
AN AESTHETIC REVOLUTION

Lisbon / Cascais · 5-6 June 2026

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Hotel Miragem Health & Spa
Cascais, Portugal

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19 keynote Speakers
Hands-On Workshops, Demos and Breakout Sessions

2 Days of Education & Networking
Sea View Networking Event
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PROGRAM (DAY 1 & 2)

08:00 – 09:00 Welcome

09:00 – 13:00 Lectures

13:30 – 17:00 Workshops & Breakout Sessions

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FRIDAY EVENING 5TH JUNE
SEA VIEW NETWORKING EVENT

As part of the symposium, we invite you to the Sea View Networking Event on Friday, 5 June, starting at 19:30 on the terrace of Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa.

Enjoy an evening of networking while watching a spectacular sunset over the ocean, with food and beverages included. Guests are welcome to join for €145,- per person.



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SPEAKERS LECTURES

Digital Innovations in implant & Aesthetic Dentistry
Interdisciplinary
and Complex Rehabilitations
The Role of AI
in Dentistry
Patient-Centered Aesthetics & Smile Design
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SPEAKER

Dr. Miguel Stanley

Dr. Miguel Stanley is the founder of the White Clinic in Lisbon, a TEDx speaker, and one of the “32 Most Influential People in Dentistry.”

With 250+ lectures worldwide and leadership roles in global dental organizations, he continues to shape the future of dentistry.

SPEAKER

Prof. Sven Rinke

Professor Dr. med. dent. Sven Rinke, M.Sc., is a German specialist in prosthodontics and implantology.

An associate professor at Göttingen University, practicing in a private practice and 100+ international publications in reputed dental journals.

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SPEAKER

Dr. PokPong Amornvit

Dr. Pokpong Amornvit is a Thai dentist, educator, and researcher specializing in digital dentistry, implantology, and prosthetics.

Founder of PPFACEDESIGN and developer of PPFACEBOW, he lectures internationally and advances facial-driven digital workflows for esthetic and functional treatments.

SPEAKER

Dr. Paulo Kano

Dr. Paulo Kano, Brazilian dentist and technician, is a master in implantology, founder of the Paulo Kano Institute, and author of Challenging Nature.

He created the SKYN, SKIN, AST, and Cllones methods and served as president of the Brazilian Society of Digital Dentistry (SBODigital).

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SPEAKER

Dr. Jasper Thoolen

Dr. Jasper Thoolen, practices at Lassus Tandartsen focusing on restorative dentistry, digital workflows, orthodontics, and implantology.

An international speaker, trainer, author, and key opinion leader, he co-founded Karma.Dentistry, an online education platform for advancing modern dental knowledge and practice.

SPEAKER

Dr. Helle Hatt DDS

Dr. Helle Hatt DDS is a clinical expert in clear aligners, founder of AlignerService.

Formerly clinical advisor for Invisalign in Scandinavia and ClearCorrect across Europe, she has trained over 2.000+ dentists globally in aligner treatment planning and workflows. In Nov. 2024 she released her book Mastering Aligner Orthodontics.

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SPEAKER

Marat Awdaljan, MDT

For years, dentistry has faced the challenge of accurate shade matching.

With data-driven engineering and AI, Matisse software offers a breakthrough solution, empowering dentists and technicians to achieve precision, efficiency, and consistency.

SPEAKER

Dr. Gary Finelle

Dr. Gary Finelle, DDS (Paris 2009), specialized in Oral Implantology at Harvard (2011–2013).

Expert in surgical and prosthetic implantology, digital tools, and aesthetics. Since 2013, he combines private practice, research, teaching, 30+ publications, and international lecturing.

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SPEAKER

Dr. Ronald Chan

President Modern Dental Group and dentist.

Dr. Ronald Chan is the chairman of the Modern Dental Board and executive Director as well as practicing dentist. He is a well know speaker regarding implantology, prosthethics and combined align & restore treatments.

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SPEAKERS BREAK-OUT SESSIONS & WORKSHOPS

Advanced Implant & Prosthetic Solutions
Digital Scanning & Workflow Integration
Align & Restore Solutions & Smile Design
Aesthetic Materials & Cementation Protocols
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SPEAKER

Prof. Dr. Lucio Lo Russo

Prof. Dr. Lo Russo advanced denture protocols through edentulous intraoral scanning over five years.

His research validates this method. Experts agree digital dentures ensure reduced chair time, fewer visits, and consistently superior restoration quality, precise design, and optimal fit.

SPEAKER

Prof. Ziad Salameh

Dr. Ziad Salameh, Professor and Research Center Director at Lebanese University and Visiting Professor at Siena University, holds advanced degrees in prosthodontics and biomaterials.

An expert in CAD/CAM, 3D printing, and ceramics, he is a prolific author and international lecturer.

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SPEAKER

Prof. Marcio Vivan Cardoso

Prof. Dr. Marcio Vivan Cardoso earned his Master’s and PhD in Restorative Dentistry at the University of São Paulo.

He teaches and researches biomaterials at KU Leuven, publishes internationally, and coordinates the Clinical Skills Training Center. Former CEDIADR secretary.

SPEAKER

Dr Gérard Duminil

Gérard Duminil, Doctor of Dental Surgery, is a recognized specialist in occlusion, implantology, and fixed prosthetics.

He is an author of numerous scientific publications and active member of the French Association of Implantology and the National College of Occlusion.

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SPEAKER

Dr. Gérard Loufrani

Experienced dental surgeon and consultant with over 40 years in dentistry, specializing in adhesive and aesthetic techniques.

President of the Reims Adhesive Dentistry Academy, trainer in continuing education, long-term consultant for Labocast, and contemporary art gallery manager in France.

SPEAKER

Dr. Medha Gupta, MDS

Dr. Medha Gupta, MDS in Prosthodontics and MedComms expert, brings 6+ years of clinical experience in implant prosthetics, crowns, veneers, and aesthetics.

Transitioning to HealthTech communications, she now serves as Product Manager (Implantology) at Modern Dental Europe since 2025.

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SPEAKER

Roeland De Paepe, CDT

Roeland began his dental career in 1993 at KULeuven’s dental lab.

After serving as Technical and Training Manager for GC Europe (2000–2006) and running his own lab, he rejoined GC in 2018. Since 2020, he leads Product Management at Modern Dental Europe.

SPEAKER

Dr. David Reaney

Dr. David Reaney, BDS (Edin), DGDP (UK), MClinDent (Prosthodontics – London), leads his Moy-based practice since 1988.

With over 35 years in prosthodontics and implant dentistry, he serves as Clinical Director, expert witness, and dental educator across the UK and Ireland.

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SPEAKER

Ruud Sips, MSc

Raised near his father’s dental lab, Ruud Sips studied dentistry at ACTA and earned post-doc degrees in implantology and orthodontics.

As Clinical Director at a university and the largest Dutch healthcare chain, he merges clinical expertise with leadership to ensure innovative, high-quality care.


SPEAKER

Patrick Oosterwijk, CDT

Patrick began his dental career in 1985 as a technician, later running his own multisite lab until 2012.

Joining Elysee Dental as Director of Scientific Relations & Training, he became Managing Director in 2022 and will lead Permadental Germany from April 2025.



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