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Hani Dalati is a visiting Consultant in Orthodontist at Health Point Hospital in Abu Dhabi (UAE), a Partner at the Springs Dental Care and the Greengates Dental Centre in Leeds (UK), Associate Programme Leader (MClinDent in Orthodontics) at the BPP University and the City of London Dental School and he serves as an Examiner at the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He was awarded the 'Lifetime Achievement' Award of the American Biographical Institute in 2008, and he represented the United Kingdom to receive a Gold Medal from the American Biographical Institute in 2009. He was short-listed on a numerous occasions for the UK-based Smile and Dental Awards. He has a number of publications and he is on the editorial and the review panels of a number of Scientific Dental Journals such as the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, and the Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Journal. He is an invited speaker to a number of National and International Dental and Facial Aesthetics Conferences.

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This lecture will concentrate mainly on equipping the attending delegates with new ideas related to incorporating Botox and Dermal fillers into their dental and orthodontic practices where applicable in order to help them overcome a vast number of minor daily encountered obstacles. This will help them to improve their treatment plans and to achieve the desired/optimum results. The lecture additionally will cover other aspect such as: Patient assessment strategies, indications and contraindications to those techniques, Medico-legal aspects of incorporating those techniques into the daily practice, preparation and delivery of those materials, storage, dosage, selling strategies, management and treatment of possible complications, safety and risk issues related to Botox and Dermal Fillers and many others. In brief, this lecture objective is to enable attendees to know these practical concepts, techniques and to be familiar with the materials, techniques, and instrumentation of both aesthetic and therapeutic facial injectables – Botox and Dermal Fillers

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Fadia Al-Hummayani is an Assistant Professor and Consultant Orthodontist. She teaches both the undergraduate, Saudi board and Master dental students at King Abdulaziz University/ College of Dentistry. Completed her Master’s and Clinical Certificate in Orthodontics from King Saud University/Dental School, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 1999. She got the Assistance Professor position through research and publications in reputed journals in 2006. She won the Aesthetic Dentistry MENA Award 2010 on the case presented in this meeting as the best treated case organized by Emirate Medical Association (EMA - Dental Society) and CAPP (Centre for Advance Professional Practices) in United Arab of Emirates, Dubai.

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Objective: The aim of this article is to highlight the method of construction and use a simple removable appliance termed as "Modified Hawley’s appliance with inverted labial bow" to treat pseudo class III malocclusion Case Report: A female patient aged 16 years, presented with chief complaint of having a monkey bite; the lower anterior teeth overlapping the upper teeth and abnormal concave facial profile. On clinical examination the dental relationship suggested retroclined upper and lower incisors. The incisors were in end-to-end relationship with posterior open bite when the mandible guided in centric relation. However, due to a premature contact between upper and lower incisors an anterior functional mandibular shift in centric occlusion causes anterior cross-bite. Therefore, the diagnosis was a pseudo Class III malocclusion. Treatment was done in two phases. Phase 1 treatment was done by "Modified Hawley’s appliance with inverted labial bow" to have positive overbite and overjet accomplished in 4 month and in phase II treatment was done with fixed appliances to align teeth and have proper over bite and overjet and it was accomplished in 8 months. Conclusions: Modified Hawley’s appliance with inverted labial bow is easy to construct and patient friendly appliance to correct anterior crossbite in Pseudo class-III malocclusion Keywords: Pseudo class-III malocclusion; teeth, Modified Hawley’s appliance; anterior cross-bite.

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Dr. Maen Mahfouz received his DDS degree in 1998 from Al-Ba’ath University in Humus, Syria , received his MDS and Specialty in Orthodontics - Pediatric Dentistry in 2003 from Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt , certified by Palestinian Medical Council (Palestinian Board in Orthodontics) (2005) , certified by Saudi commission for health specialties(Professional Accreditation Certificate in Orthodontics)(2014) and is currently an orthodontist at Ministry of Health - Saudi Arabia. He was an orthodontist at dental department- Alzafer hospital -Najran -Saudi Arabia and was a former lecturer at the Dental faculty - Arab American University- Jenin, Palestine. He is a member in Palestinian Orthodontic Society (POS) ,a member in Arab Orthodontic Society (AOS) and a fellow of World Federation of orthodontists (WFO). He is interested in researches in Orthodontics ,Orthognathic Surgery, Skeletal Anchorage and Smile Design. He has shared many of international conferences in different countries. He is an author and reviewer of several published papers in international reputed journals.

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Despite the fact that there are ethical problems during Orthodontic interventions are continuously encountered by orthodontists who rarely deal with life or death decisions, There are important human values are at stake in the course of treatment including preventing pain , maintaining and restoring oral function for normal speech and eating, preserving and restoring the patient’s physical appearance and promoting a sense of control over and responsibility for his or her own health. The Last but not the least orthodontists particularly, to a great extent deal with children where ethical problems arise especially when there is moral uncertainty . This paper is going to present a clinical case as an example to show ethical dilemmas that orthodontists may face when advocating for the best interests of a child. Key Words: Ethical, dilemmas, Orthodontics.

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Angie Salah Abu Taleb is an Orthodontist. Has been practicing dentistry since November 2006. Worked as a Teaching Assistant at Modern Sciences and Arts University _ 6 October City / Egypt_ from November 2007 till September 2012, currently working as an Assistant Lecturer at the Ahram Canadian University_ 6 October City / Egypt since March 2014, and as an Orthodontist at Senan Dental Clinic _ 6 October /Egypt. Had the Bachelor Degree of Dental Sciences in June 2006. Was a resident at the Orthodontic clinic at El kasr ElEiny Hospital /Cairo University from February 2009 till September 2013. Earned the MSc. Of Clinical Orthodontics and Dento facial Orthopeadics in December 2013 from the faculty of Dentistry / Cairo University.

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Introduction: The purpose of this study was to investigate the different components of skeletal class III, and its relative growth transformation in the three dimensions of space. Materials and methods: The sample of skeletal Class III included 79 individuals; 41 in mixed dentition stage, and 38 in permanent dentition stage. The control group included 83 individuals; 40 in mixed dentition stage, and 43 in permanent dentition stage. Lateral and postero-anterior films were taken for each individual, and then digitally analyzed, and planned measurements were performed. Results: Among skeletal Class III types, combined maxillary retrusion and mandibular protrusion showed the highest percentage of incidence, and normal vertical growth pattern showed the highest incidence. Mandibular rotation didn’t increase with age in skeletal Class III individuals. Transverse dimensions of the mandible of skeletal Class III individuals had no correlation with the antero-posterior discrepancy. Conclusions: Treatment of skeletal Class III cases is recommended in the early mixed dentition stage with big emphasis on the antero-posterior dimension. Keywords: Craniofacial, Skeletal Class III, Growth of face and mandible, Lateral cephalometric measurements, Postero-anterior measurements.

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Oral microbial flora is comprised of diverse range of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi and protozoa. Examples of commensal microorganisms that are potentially pathogenic and may cause infection include Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, Haemophilus influenzae and actinomycetes. Oral infections are mainly odontogenic in origin and clinically presented in several forms and occasionally in quite serious condition that necessitates immediate intervention. In dental practice antibiotic therapy is mainly used to treat or prevent the spread of odontogenic infection. The presentation will shed light on the common oral bacterial infections with emphasis on the most effective antibiotics used to control oral infections and prevent their spread.

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Dr. Kiran.H has completed his Masters in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. He is presently working as Associate Professor, Department of Orthodontics, RajaRajeswari Dental College & Hospital, Bangalore. He has published various articles in national and international peer reviewed journals. Also he is the associate editor for Karnataka State Dental Journal and Bangalore Dental Journal.

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Worldwide, dentists are one among the highest earned professionals. They command good respect in the society and dentistry itself is known to be a glamorous profession. Our educational institutes no doubt impart a thorough knowledge about dentistry; seldom teach financial knowledge to budding dentists. Many of our professional colleague’s end up on the wrong side of destiny by squandering their hard earned money without worrying about the future. It is highly critical that they have a minimum financial knowledge, like knowing the difference between an asset and a liability, which enables them to maintain a good and healthy financial balance sheet. Investing the money wisely would take out a lot of stress out of our lives and we will have more time to spend with family and friends. Through my small talk, I would like to shed light on some of the basic financial skills and knowledge our brethrens should possess irrespective of their professional experience, to enhance their handling of money for upliftment of the self and the society as a whole.

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Deema Al AlShammery is a Lecturer in Orthodontics at Riyadh colleges of Dentistry and Pharmacy. Had the bachelor degree of dental science in 2010 at King Saud University. Earned the masters of Orthodontics in 2014 from Riyadh colleges of Dentistry and Pharmacy. He is a Clinical Coordinator, orthodontic scientific activity coordinator & vice president of academic advisory committee.

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Background: There is a lot of information on the concise relationship between endodontics and orthodontics during treatment planning decisions. It is ranges from effects on the pulp from orthodontic treatment and the potential for resorption during tooth movement, to the clinical management of teeth requiring integrated endodontic and orthodontic treatment. This paper reviews the literature based on the definition of endodontics and the scope of endodontic practice as they relate to common orthodontic-endodontic treatment planning challenges, There is no published study until now about the relationship of Endodontic regeneration and active orthodontic movement and whether active orthodontic movement will inhibit or interfere with the regeneration procedure. The available evidence limited to apexification and active orthodontic treatment. Aim of the study: In this paper a review of the literature regarding orthodontic and endodontic relationship will be presented with a case report for a 12 years old female under active orthodontic treatment with a history of trauma and open apex in tooth #11, she was referred for endodontic regeneration procedure. Conclusion: active orthodontic treatment will not interfere with endodontic regeneration procedure.

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Dr. Yon H Lai completed his B.A. (Chem.) from Hunter College in 1985 and D.D.S. from New York University, College of Dentistry in 1989. Currently he is the Director of Cleft Palate Center, NYU College of Dentistry, Clinical Professor, Orthodontic Dept. NYU, Instructor, Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, New York University Medical Center, Treasurer, New York City Orthodontic Business Association (NYCOBA), Board of Directors of Global Bank, NY and President of NYU Orthodontists Alumni Association.

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"What's new in Orthodontics?" In 100 years of history of orthodontics, there were a few milestones. As with other aspects of science, the advances in orthodontic in the past 20 years is substantial. The invention especially from the past 5 years or so is mind boggling! Do clinicians know which ones are worth applying to their practices?

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Permanent teeth which fail to erupt normally, a combination between the oral surgeon and orthodontist may be essential to help the eruption or even complete removal of some of these teeth when required. A simple surgical procedure performed, on the top of the impacted tooth to create a small window to expose the hidden tooth underneath. Once the tooth is exposed, the oral surgeon will bond an orthodontic hook or button on the exposed tooth. The bracket will have a miniature a chain attached to it. The oral surgeon will guide the chain back to the orthodontic arch wire where it will be temporarily attached. Sometimes the surgeon will leave the exposed impacted tooth completely uncovered by suturing the gum up high above the tooth or making a window in the gum covering the tooth. Most of the time, the gum will be returned to its original location and sutured back with only the chain remaining visible as it exits a small hole in the gum. Also other orthodontic treatment may be helpful like application of orthodontic screws A new Anchorage device (Gazzaz Device) is helpful to either redirect the tooth to grow toward its normal direction in the jaw or it is become so loose to be easily removed without complicated surgery which may necessitate wide exposure and even bone removal.

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The efficiency of early orthodontic treatment has been a controversial issue among researchers and practitioners for the last century. Supporters considered that early treatment helps to create an environment in which a more favorable dentofacial development can occur. Opponents claimed that most early (preadolescent phase I) orthodontic treatment has to be followed by a second stage of treatment (comprehensive fixed, phase II) during adolescence when the permanent teeth are available for final positioning. This presentation aims to focus on the appropriate timing of early treatment for selected preadolescent patients and which techniques or appliances are applicable to achieve satisfactory treatment outcome.

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Introduction: The assessment of skeletal maturity is important for planning dentofacial orthopedics or orthognathic surgery for the treatment of different skeletal malocclusions. Cervical vertebral maturation is widely used method to evaluate skeletal maturity of patients undergoing orthodontic treatment. In the past decade, another method is being proposed which is based on frontal sinus morphology. So, the aim of this study is to evaluate the association between frontal sinus morphological variations and cervical vertebral maturation for the assessment of skeletal maturity. Method: Lateral cephalograms of 252 subjects aged 8-21 years were collected from the dental clinics of AKUH. The sample was divided into six groups based on cervical vertebral maturation stages. The frontal sinus index was calculated by dividing frontal sinus height and width and the cervical vertebral maturation stages were evaluated on the same radiograph. Data were analyzed using SPSS (version 19). Kruskal-Wallis test was applied to compare frontal sinus index at different cervical stages and Post hoc Dunnett t3 test was applied to compare frontal sinus index between adjacent cervical stage intervals in males and females. A p-value of ≤ 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results: The frontal sinus height and width were significantly associated with the individual cervical vertebral maturation stages in males and females. However, frontal sinus index wasn’t significantly associated with the individual cervical vertebral maturation stages in males and females. Conclusion: Frontal sinus index cannot differentiate between pre-pubertal, pubertal and post-pubertal adolescent growth stages therefore; it cannot be used as a reliable maturity indicator.

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Laith Makki Hummadi Al-Masari completed his Graduation from Mustansiriya University, College of Dentistry, Baghdad, Iraq acquiring a Bachelor degree in Dental Surgery in 2006 and his Master’s degree in Orthodontics at the European University College, Dubai. Furthermore he obtained a Certificate of Specialty in Orthodontics from the prestigious Malmö University, Sweden in 2014. He completed his internship and general dentist from 2006-2009 in Ajman University of Science & Technology. He is also qualified in 2010 with an Implantology certificate from the ID-SC in Dubai, in collaboration with Sharjah University, UAE.

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Orthodontic treatment combined with alveolar corticotomy plus augmentation grafting is a technique known as Periodontally Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics (PAOO) or Wilckodontics. Benefits of PAOO include: 1) orthodontic treatment times 3X to 4X more rapid, 2) enhanced scope of malocclusion treatment, including a reduction of extractions and/or orthognathic surgery, 3) greater stability of clinical outcomes and less relapse, and 4) increase alveolar volume and enhanced periodontal health. The focus of the presentation is on recently published data demonstrating significantly greater stability of the mandibular incisors 5-years and 10-years after orthodontic treatment. Overview: Long term stability: A consensus in orthodontic literature indicates that the mandibular anterior segment will increase in crowding. This is true whether or not crowding was previously eliminated with orthodontic treatment. Our research demonstrates that PAOO therapy results in significantly greater stability following orthodontic treatment at 5-year and at 10-years using irregularity index in order to quantify mandibular anterior crowding. Re-crowding of mandibular incisors at 5-years was 1.5 mm for PAOO and 4.3 mm for control; at 10-years the comparism was 2.1 VS 4.5 mm, respectively. Increased mandibular anterior stability of orthodontic outcomes following PAOO is likely due to high tissue turnover induced by decortication as well as the thicker cortical bone resulting from the augmentation grafting.

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Dr. Mani Alikhani is an Associate Professor in the Department of Orthodontics at New York University College of Dentistry and Associate Professor at Harvard school of dental medicine. He obtained his DMD degree from Tufts University, a PhD in Molecular Biology from Boston University, and a Certificate of Orthodontics form New York University. Dr. Alikhani is a founding member and Director of the Consortium for Translational Orthodontic Research at New York University (CTOR, www.orthodonticscientist.org), the only center of its kind dedicated to translational research in the field of orthodontics. His research effort in orthodontics and bone biology has produced many patents for new and safer treatments to move teeth faster and grow bone in the jaws. Dr. Alikhani has a private practice dedicated to Orthodontics in Brooklyn, NY. He is also author of first interactive book in Orthodontics, “Mechanotherapy in Orthodontics”. This comprehensive orthodontic book was created to guide students and clinicians from basic biomechanics principles into advanced mechanotherapy concepts.

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In our busy orthodontic practices we forget that the Laws of Physics still govern any movement in the universe, including the teeth of our patients. In these modules we will first review basic biomechanics principles, before discussing setups that produce efficient mechanics such as one-couple and two-couple systems. These principles will be presented in the context of clinical cases: how to start a case, what are the stages of treatment, how to control the side effects, and how to shorten the treatment time by efficient mechanics. Learning objectives: 1. Review of basic mechanical principles and advanced one couple system and two-couple system 2. Understand the different stages of orthodontic treatment 3. Introduction to advanced mechanotherapy tools.

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In orthodontics we know that the rate that bones remodels determines a patient’s own biology by stimulating a cytokines response allowing the patient’s bone to remodel faster. When incorporating Micro-osteoperforation into a patient’s orthodontic treatment, treatment can be reduced by up to 2.3 fold. The techniques is also of value to facilitate challenging movements like canine rotation, molar production, bite closure, bite opening, arch expansion. Patient did not report significant pain or discomfort during or after the procedure or any other complications.

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Hani Dalati is a visiting Consultant in Orthodontist at Health Point Hospital in Abu Dhabi (UAE), a Partner at the Springs Dental Care and the Greengates Dental Centre in Leeds (UK), Associate Programme Leader (MClinDent in Orthodontics) at the BPP University and the City of London Dental School and he serves as an Examiner at the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He was awarded the 'Lifetime Achievement' Award of the American Biographical Institute in 2008, and he represented the United Kingdom to receive a Gold Medal from the American Biographical Institute in 2009. He was short-listed on a numerous occasions for the UK-based Smile and Dental Awards. He has a number of publications and he is on the editorial and the review panels of a number of Scientific Dental Journals such as the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, and the Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Journal. He is an invited speaker to a number of National and International Dental and Facial Aesthetics Conferences.

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As patients are becoming more aware of the need for the so called “Perfect Smiles” in order to fit better into the society and get higher on the salary scale, Cosmetic and Dental Implant Treatments are booming in the 21st century. Traditional Orthodontics had to be changed in order to follow this Cosmetic Trend/ Progress hence we hear more nowadays about the speedy braces, Self-ligating braces, social-6 braces and cosmetic braces to facilitate the “Smile Design” treatment plans. In our lecture today, we will discuss the new role of the Contemporary Orthodontist in the daily routine of the Cosmetic/ Dental Implant Practice and how much the input of a simple orthodontic treatment before some cosmetic and dental implant work can and will definitely improve the end results and avoid the patient plenty of un-necessary related procedures, complications and follow ups. A brief touch of the use of Botulinum Toxin and Dermal fillers in the dental practice would be included.

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The antimicrobial approach to periodontal therapy has been used for many years, recognizing that the prevalence and severity of these diseases can be reduced by mechanical plaque removal or by the use of a variety of systemic or topically applied antimicrobial agents aimed at inhibiting pathogenic bacteria.In this era of scientific explosion, there is increasing awareness about microbial resistance-related phenomena. Resistance development may be the consequence of injudicious use of antibiotics in common bacterial or viral infections. Following insufficient drug concentrations within the sulcus fluid or biofilm, there might be lack of efficacy. Periodontal sulcus concentrations of antibiotic drugs may remain below the minimum inhibitory concentration of the target organisms. It is known that local and systemic antibiotics may lead to bacterial resistance, allergies, gastro-intestinal disorders and others along with reducing patient compliance.However, in future more difficulties with antibiotic therapy can emerge because of an increased resistance to most antibiotics used in periodontics and increase in the number of immune-suppressed patients. For these reasons, antimicrobial photodynamic therapy has been proposed as a novel treatment option in controlling the subgingival microorganisms as it was found to be effective in killing microbes in localized topical infections. Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a laser-initiated photochemical reaction, involving the use of a photosensitizer (PS) activated by light of a specific wavelength in the presence of oxygen. This leads to the formation of toxic oxygen species which can damage proteins, lipids, nucleic acids and other cellular components. Applications of photodynamic therapy in dentistry are growing rapidly for the treatment of oral cancer, bacterial and fungal infections and photodynamic diagnosis of malignant transformation of oral lesions. Photodynamic therapy has been efficacious in the management of peri-implantitis, endodontic infections and oral biofilms such as plaque. Redox properties of photosensitizers for the reduction of bacterial burden in periodontitis patients have been studied earlier. Most of the subgingival plaque samples were successfully destroyed by photodynamic means in vitro. Photosensitization of P. gingivalis and F.Nucleatum has been reported in some in vitro and animal studies.The absence of genotoxic and mutagenic effects, no risk of developing resistance to its antimicrobial action and increased healing process favours its long-term safety and use. Thus, aPDT represents a novel therapeutic approach in the management of various dental conditions. Clinical trials to evaluate the effects of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) as an adjunct in the management of chronic and aggressive periodontitis patients are being conducted. Of these, many studies report additional clinical benefits when aPDT and SRP were given in combination to patients with periodontitis. This talk elaborates this novel treatment in the management of periodontal infections.

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Dr. Hossam has completed his PhD at August 2007 from Suez Canal University and promoted as associate professor at October 2012. He is senior member at Periodontology department, college of Dentistry, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, UAE. He has published more than 30 papers in reputed journals and serving as an editorial board member & reviewer of 5 reputed journals. Dr. Hossam has led a research team to record 5 bacterial strains at Genbank, Maryland, USA, December 2012

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Introduction: Management of periodontitis‑related oral malodor may include simple measures such as scaling and root planning (SRP) and oral hygiene instructions. Aim: A prospective cross‑sectional study was conducted to evaluate the effect of non‑surgical management of periodontitis on controlling halitosis (oral malodor) measured by Halimeter.Methodology: Clinical data were recorded from 60 participants who were grouped as periodontitis (case), non‑surgically treated periodontitis and healthy (control). Volatile sulfur compounds were measured in parts per billion (ppb) as a caliber for halitosis for each group using a Halimeter. Data were statisticallyanalyzed utilizing the Chi‑square distribution test (P < 0.05). Results: In the average, case group showed strong halitosis 230.00 ± 54.29 ppb that was reduced to weak halitosis 124.25 ± 26.43 ppb following non‑surgical (SRP) management of chronic periodontitis, with the deeper pockets, increased halitosis was measured as mean halitosis of periodontitis and treated cases 188.90 ± 14.22 ppb and 114.70 ± 20.75 ppb, 240.25 ± 58.08 ppb and 128.25 ± 39.31 ppb and 294.33 ± 19.64 ppb and 137.50 ± 23.36 ppb, respectively, in 5‑6, 6.1‑7 and 7.1‑8 mm groups respectively. Conclusion: Based on study results, halitosis is directly related to periodontitis and periodontal pocket depth among the adults, which can be successfully controlled by SRP. Key words: Halimeter, halitosis, non‑surgical therapy, periodontitis

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Dr Junima has completed his BDS at the age of 26 years from ManipalUniversity and MDS in Periodontology from Kathmandu University. She is an Assistant Professor and the Head of Department of Periodontology in College of Dental Sciences and Hospital- Nepal Medical College. She has published around 5 papers till date. She has also presented papers in various dental conferences in Nepal and India.

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Gingival recession is defined as the displacement of the gingival margin apical to the cementoenamel junction. It is the most common mucogingival deformity and should be treated at its earliest detection. Exposed root surfaces are more likely to develop root sensitivity and root caries and pose esthetic problems. Among various procedures, laterally positioned pedicle graft (LPG) is widely used successfully to cover Miller’s class-I and Class-II recession defects. The main advantages of the laterally positioned pedicle graft are that it is relatively easy and not time-consuming, it produces excellent esthetic results and no second surgical site is involved for donor harvesting. Thus the present study was undertaken to understand the efficacy of lateral pedicle grafts in various grades of gingival recession defects.

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Antimicrobial Photodynamic therapy in Periodontal patients The antimicrobial approach to periodontal therapy has been used for many years, recognizing that the prevalence and severity of these diseases can be reduced by mechanical plaque removal or by the use of a variety of systemic or topically applied antimicrobial agents aimed at inhibiting pathogenic bacteria.In this era of scientific explosion, there is increasing awareness about microbial resistance-related phenomena. Resistance development may be the consequence of injudicious use of antibiotics in common bacterial or viral infections. Following insufficient drug concentrations within the sulcus fluid or biofilm, there might be lack of efficacy. Periodontal sulcus concentrations of antibiotic drugs may remain below the minimum inhibitory concentration of the target organisms. It is known that local and systemic antibiotics may lead to bacterial resistance, allergies, gastro-intestinal disorders and others along with reducing patient compliance.However, in future more difficulties with antibiotic therapy can emerge because of an increased resistance to most antibiotics used in periodontics and increase in the number of immune-suppressed patients. For these reasons, antimicrobial photodynamic therapy has been proposed as a novel treatment option in controlling the subgingival microorganisms as it was found to be effective in killing microbes in localized topical infections. Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a laser-initiated photochemical reaction, involving the use of a photosensitizer (PS) activated by light of a specific wavelength in the presence of oxygen. This leads to the formation of toxic oxygen species which can damage proteins, lipids, nucleic acids and other cellular components. Applications of photodynamic therapy in dentistry are growing rapidly for the treatment of oral cancer, bacterial and fungal infections and photodynamic diagnosis of malignant transformation of oral lesions. Photodynamic therapy has been efficacious in the management of peri-implantitis, endodontic infections and oral biofilms such as plaque. Redox properties of photosensitizers for the reduction of bacterial burden in periodontitis patients have been studied earlier. Most of the subgingival plaque samples were successfully destroyed by photodynamic means in vitro. Photosensitization of P. gingivalis and F.Nucleatum has been reported in some in vitro and animal studies.The absence of genotoxic and mutagenic effects, no risk of developing resistance to its antimicrobial action and increased healing process favours its long-term safety and use. Thus, aPDT represents a novel therapeutic approach in the management of various dental conditions. Clinical trials to evaluate the effects of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) as an adjunct in the management of chronic and aggressive periodontitis patients are being conducted. Of these, many studies report additional clinical benefits when aPDT and SRP were given in combination to patients with periodontitis. This talk elaborates this novel treatment in the management of periodontal infections.

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Background & Objectives Plant alkaloids are being widely explored in the field of medicine, considering their lesser side effects and proven medicinal properties. The present study is designed to bring out the effects of pomegranate extract based mouth rinse in gingivitis patients as an adjunct to supragingival scaling. Methods 45 subjects diagnosed with chronic gingivitis were recruited into the study. Following baseline data collection in the form of Plaque index, Gingival Index, MDA and Thiol levels in saliva and GCF were evaluated. Supragingival scaling was performed in all the subjects and later divided in to 3 groups of 15 subjects each based on the different mouth rinses ascertained namely, distilled water group, 0.2% Chlorhexidine group and the test group. After a follow-up period of 1 month, the subjects were recalled for final data collection. Results The mean Plaque scores in the test group(1.01±0.17) as well as the 0.2% Chlorhexidine group(1.04±0.24 ) were significantly lesser when compared with the distilled water group(1.72±0.14). There was a greater reduction in the gingival index in the 0.2%Chlorhexidine group(52.22%) and the test group(59.07%) when compared with the distilled water group(17.04%). There was a greater reduction in the salivary and GCF MDA levels in the test group(54.04±13.71&69.28±12.54 ) and 0.2% Chlorhexidine group(56.54±27.01&43.64±20.2) when compared with distilled water group(32.82±14.13&21.62±24.03). The mean salivary and GCF Thiol levels at the end of 1 month follow-up period was found to be (240.00±143.48 & 274±89.35) for the distilled water group, (240.00±124.38&254.67±141.10) for the 0.2% Chlorhexidine group and (431.33±123.97& 449.33±153.41) for the test group respectively. Interpretation & Conclusion The present study which lasted for 1 month provided evidence for the additional benefits of mouth rinses used as an adjuvant in maintaining better oral hygiene. Pomegranate based mouth rinse provided improved oral hygiene and decreased gingival inflammation as compared to the control groups. Keywords : Punica granatum; Clorhexidine gluconate; Gingivitis; Anti-oxidants; Pro-oxidants; Dental Plaque

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Fatme Mouchref Hamasni has completed her PhD in Periodontology from the Lebanese University (LU) School of dentistry. she is the director of post graduate program in Periodontology at the (LU)

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Periodontitis is a disease which currently represents a major global plague. Over 90 % of the population worldwide suffers from a bacterial colonization around teeth which cause a tissue breakdown and alveolar bone loss; the attachment loss deepens the sulcus, creating a microbial niche “the periodontal pocket”, such that pockets with depths of 4 to 12 mm can harbor on the order of 107 to 109 bacterial cells. Periodontal lesions are recognized as continually renewing reservoirs for the systemic spread of bacterial antigens, Gram-negative bacteria, cytokines, and other proinflammatory mediators. The gap between allopathic medicine and dental medicine is quickly closed, due to significant findings supporting the association between periodontal disease and systemic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, adverse pregnancy outcomes, and osteoporosis. This communication will focus on the current knowledge linking periodontal infections to a set of systemic diseases placing oral health in the perspective of systemic health.

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Since ages human being has been searching for an ideal regenerative material. But quest has been like a never ending search. Man tried to use different material at different time, but all with some drawbacks. Sometimes it was antigenicity, sometimes adaptability, sometimes it was predictability, and most of the times it was affordability. Recently there has been a paradigm shift with utilization of growth factors in periodontology. Out of all growth factors Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF), mostly answers all the problems. In present case series we would like to focus on the importance of PRF, in various treatment procedures in periodontology, and would like to stress on the fact ”has the quest ended, have we found our ideal regenerative material in form of PRF, which can be an material for most poor of the poor.”

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Dr. Reem N. Atout joined the periodontal department at the University of Manitoba as an assistant professor in September 2010 after her one year experience as a clinic instructor in the department of Periodontology at Harvard University. She received her Bachelor's degree in Dental Surgery (BDS) from Jordan University of Science and Technology in 2000, and shortly after that moved to California where she obtained her California dental license and practiced in general dentistry for a few years. In 2006, Dr. Atout joined the University of Alabama in Birmingham where she continued her training and earned a Master in Science (MS) and her Certificate in Periodontology. Dr. Atout is also a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (FRCDC), a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a member of the Canadian and American Academy of Periodontists, and the Canadian Dental Association

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Esthetics is becoming a major component of the success of any dental treatment. Sometimes we are faced with some challenges with replacing the missing periodontium (soft tissue and bone) when we are working on natural teeth or dental implants Replacing missing teeth with Dental implants treatment has evolved over the years, initially when dental implants were used the main purpose of them was anchorage. Blade implants were used and esthetic was not a major concern. Nowadays a definition of a successful implant includes patients’ and clinician esthetic satisfaction. Especially that dental esthetics can affect the quality-of-life and the psychosocial wellbeing of patients. My presentation will give the dental practitioners the ability to identify the restorative and esthetic challenges with soft and hard tissue deficiencies, the need and timing of soft and hard tissue augmentation, mainly when it is involving heavily restored teeth, teeth in the esthetic zone and around dental implants. The different surgical techniques advantages and disadvantages of each in addition to their treatment objectives will be discussed. The presentation will have clinical cases with a variety of surgical techniques. Questions and discussion of the cases will be used to engage the audience. After this presentation the audience should be able to: 1. Diagnose areas at high risk of recession or future soft tissue complications. 2. Stage periodontal and prosthetic treatment to achieve optimal esthetic results 3. Review different periodontal plastic surgical techniques.

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Dr. Ali Kassem graduated with a Master degree in Dental science from Sahlgrenska Akademin, Gothenburg University in 2008 and completed his Ph.D from Umeå University. Currently, he works as a clinician and teacher in the Department of Oral Diagnostics, School of Dentistry at Umeå University.

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Patients with inflammatory or infectious conditions such as periodontitis, peri-implantitis, osteomyelitis, rheumatoid arthritis, septic arthritis or loosened joint prosthesis display varying severity of destruction in the adjacent bone tissue. Bone loss in inflammatory diseases is considered a consequence of cytokine-induced osteoclast formation. Hence, osteotropic cytokines and their receptors have been suggested to be important for the pathogenesis of inflammation-induced osteolysis. Bacterial components recognized by Toll-like receptors (TLRs) in the innate immune system may also be involved. Lipopolysaccharide, fimbria, lipoproteins and flagellin from pathogenic bacteria such as P. gingivalis, S. aureus and S. typhimurium are ligands for TLRs. Since the susceptibility to, or the severity of inflammation-associated bone diseases are likely related to differences in the tissue response and the mechanisms by which pathogens interact with bone cells are not fully understood, we aimed to elucidate the importance of different TLRs for inflammation-induced bone loss. Activation of TLR2 and TLR5 ex vivo and in vivo in periosteal bones increased osteoclast formation, bone resorption and osteoclastic and osteoclastogenic genes expression. We showed that TLR2- and TLR5-induced bone resorption is independent of inflammatory molecules. Interestingly, we found that TLR2 and TLR5 activation in vivo resulted also in locally increased new bone formation at both periosteal and endosteal sides and in the bone marrow compartment. In conclusion, activation of TLR2 and TLR5 in osteoblasts results in bone loss associated with enhanced osteoclast formation and activity, as well as with increased osteoblast differentiation and new bone formation, indicating that inflammation causes bone modelling. The data provide explanation why P. gingivalis and flagella-expressing bacteria can stimulate bone loss. Since TLR2 and TLR5 can also be activated by endogenous ligands produced in inflammatory processes, the data also contribute to the understanding of inflammation-induced bone loss in autoimmune diseases. Keywords: Toll-like receptor, osteoclast, osteoblast, bone resorption, bone formation, P. gingivalis, S. aureus, flagellin.

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Women had unique sex hormones changes..Thus the female body has a series of reaction to the hormonal changes seen within. As a result of these changes, they are more prone to the development of periodontal disease and show periodontal manifestation. Hormonal effects reflect physiological/ pathological changes in almost all types of tissues of the body. Estrogen and progesterone receptors are demonstrated in gingival tissue that is why it functions as target organ for sex hormones. ovarian hormones may increase inflammation in gingival tissues and exaggerate the response to local irritants. Female sex hormones alter subgingival bacterial plaque composition, Alter immunocompetency of the female Improper oral hygiene and hormonal imbalance seen during different life cycle of female patients exaggerates the oral tissues response to the plaque and other local factors thus worsening the condition. Clinician should recognizes, customizes, and appropriately alters the periodontal therapy according to the individual woman's needs based on the stage of her life cycle. Patients should be educated regarding the profound effects of the sex hormone on periodontal and oral tissues as well as the consistent need for home and office removal of local irritants.

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Cesare D’Orsogna he graduate in Dentistry at the University European of Madrid (Spain) (Prof. J.Jimenez) - After a three-year general practice at the University European of Madrid Hospital in Spain, and one year general practice at the University Gabriele D’Annunzio in Italy, he received his specialty certificate through two-year of Post graduate in Periodontics and Dental Implantology at the New York University College of Dentistry (Prof. P. Fletcher) - He received his specialty certificate through one year of Master in fixed Prosthodontics at the University of Dental School Lingotto in Torino. (Prof. G. Schierano) - Recently it has lectured nationwide and international in Bangkok (Thailand) for FDI 2015, Italy, Spain. - He published an article with title “Microgap, micromovement and Bacterial penetration in different implant-abutment connection system” at the New York University College of Dentistry and at the FDI 2015 in Bangkok. - He is a member of several national societies (SidP, AIOP,SIO) - His dental practice in Italy, is related in Implantology, Prosthodontics and Periodontics.

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Aim and purpose: The aim of this study was to analyse micromotion, presence of microgap and to evaluate, in vitro, the bacterial penetration through the implant-abutment interface of external hexagon, internal hexagon and morse taper connection, subjected to mechanical fatigue. A microgap has been described at the level of the implant-abutment connection. This microgap can be colonized by bacteria, and this fact could have relevance on the remodelling of the peri-implant crestal bone and on the long-term health of the peri-implant tissue. Dental implants like natural teeth can be affected by microorganism with the effect of peri-implantitis and peri-implant mucositis. Material and method: Multiples dental implants of external hexagon,internal hexagon, and morse taper connection, and their conical abutments with 10-years or longer follow-up times were found through a Pub Med, manual search and different international universities. Results: Presumably Morse cone connection implants showed the lowest count of microorganism, unlike external and internal hex implants showed a higher incidence of bacteria. Summary and conclusion: However, the pumping effect caused by the micromovements plays and important role for crestal bone resorption. Is ascerained that the bone is contaminated with the presence of the microorganism and with the liquid contained in dental implant?

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Dr.Tatjana Nimčenko received her dental degree from Lithuanian University of Health Sciences in 2011. She continued to build her skills at the same university, studying Oral surgery at Maxillofacial Surgery Department. During 3 years residency studies she received specialized training in surgical principles, oral and facial surgery, trauma surgery and obtained a Specialist in Oral Surgery in 2013. Throughout her residency and after graduation Dr.Tatjana pursued advanced studies in implantology. She specialises in minimally invasive alveolar bone reconstruction, piezo-surgery, surgically facilitated orthodontics and takes special interest in teeth autotransplantation. Dr. Tatjana has published several articles on teeth autotransplantation and other oral surgery topics. She has also given lectures locally and regionally, is a member of International Team for Implantology and Lithuanian Association of Maxillo-facial Surgeons.

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During the past decades implant therapy has shown to be a successful option for tooth replacement, thus dental implants considered as an alternative to traditional solutions of dental arch rehabilitation. However, reduced alveolar bone height or presence of anatomical structures very often present a challenge to implant therapy usually in posterior areas of the maxilla and the mandible. Therefor, additional bone augmentation procedures are necessary prior to insertion of traditional (modified variations of Brånemark System) implants. Although augmentation procedures have been considered successful, they are more technically demanding and therefore require skillful operators. They are associated with significant postoperative morbidity and complications, are often more expensive and usually require more painful and longer healing times thus prolonging overall treatment time before patients are able to chew on their implant-supported prosthesis. The development of the implant’s macro design and surface, as well as surgical technique improvement lead to the changes of surgical protocols. Esthetically and funcionally successful, long-lasting results can now be achieved in clinically complicated situations with reduced bone quality and quantity. Placement of improved geometry dental implants immediately after tooth extraction thus adapting to the existing anatomy is an alternative treatment modality to bone grafting procedures. It avoids additional surgical intervention, is less traumatic to surrounding tissue, less expensive and more attractive to patients. Consequently, this presentation introduces a series of “one surgery” concept procedures of immediate implantations after tooth extractions in molar regions.

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Neveen Ahmed has completed hes PhD at the age of 38 years from Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden and postdoctoral studies from Queen Marry University, London, UK. She is Consultant Pediatric Dentista at Jeddah Dental Speciality Center. She has published 3 papers in reputed journals.

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The aim was to investigate how endogenous cytokine control of tumor necrosis factor (TNF) influences temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain in relation to the role of anti-citrullinated peptide antibodies (ACPA) in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Twenty-six consecutive patients with TMJ RA were included. TMJ pain intensity at rest, on maximum mouth opening, chewing and palpation were assessed. Mandibular movement capacity and degree of anterior open bite, i.e. a clinical sign of structural destruction of TMJ tissues, were also assessed. The systemic inflammatory activity was assessed by DAS28. TMJ synovial fluid and blood samples were obtained and analyzed for TNF, its soluble receptor TNFsRII and ACPA. Ratios between the TMJ synovial fluid concentrations were used in the statistical analysis. The study was approved by the local ethical committee. Results: High TNF concentration in relation to TNFsRII concentration in TMJ synovial fluid was associated with TMJ pain on posterior palpation on maximum mouth opening. ACPA correlated significantly to the TNF concentration but not to the TNFsRII concentration, indicating that increased inflammatory activity is mainly due to an insufficient increase in anti-inflammatory mediators. This study indicates that TMJ pain on palpation in RA is related to a deficiency in local cytokine control that contributes to increased inflammatory activity, including lowered mechanical pain thresholds over the TMJ.

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Sara M Al Gahtani is a dentist and a faculty member at King Saud University. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) Bachelor Degree with honor in 2013. Since the beginning of 2014, she has been working as a teaching assistant at the division of Oral Microbiology in Oral Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences department at College of Dentistry, King Saud University. She contributes in teaching undergraduate courses on medical and oral microbiology to students of the dental baccalaureate program.

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Benzylisothiocyanate (BIT) is an aromatic compound extracted from the root of Salvadora Persica L. It has been found to have antibacterial effect against certain microorganisms. Salivary supernatant has buffering capacity that helps to reduce acid production and hence enamel demineralization. The effect of BIT on acid production by salivary sediment was investigated in the presence and absence of salivary supernatant. Six experiments were prepared as the following: (1) suspended salivary sediment (SSS) system (16.7%) (Negative control), (2) glucose (positive control) (5%), (3) glucose and 100mg/ml BIT, (4) salivary supernatant (33.3%), (5) salivary supernatant with glucose, (6) salivary supernatant glucose and 100mg/ml BIT. Incubation was done in a water bath at 37°C and pH was monitored at 15-minute intervals for a period of one hour. BIT at a concentration of 100g/ml had a slight inhibitory effect on acid production by SSS system. When the supernatant was added to the incubation mixture, a dramatic inhibitory effect on acid production was found. An additive effect on acid production inhibition was shown when both BIT and supernatant were added to the incubation mixture. The inhibitory action of BIT on acid production was almost the same in the absence and presence of supernatant. In conclusion, BIT like hypothiocyanate inhibits acid production by oral flora. In addition, BIT and salivary supernatant have an additive effect in preventing pH fall which helps to prevent enamel demineralization.

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Dr. Hisham Barakat graduated from dental school in 1998. He then completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency (AEGD) at Louisiana State University. He also completed a two-year General Practice Residency (GPR) at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC).Following both of these, he joined a large group practice in Virginia Beach, where he served from 2003-2010. During this time, he was both a board member and a core doctor. Dr. Barakat is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology (ABOI). Doctors with the ABOI/ID have to complete a rigorous exam to prove their high level of knowledge and proficiency in implant dentistry. Dr. Barakat is one of just 445 dentists certified by the ABOI in the United State and one of 10 practitioners in Virginia to hold this certification.In addition to this, Dr. Barakat has been awarded Mastership status in the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD). To achieve this, he was required to attend over 1,100 hours of continuing education covering all phases of dentistry, 400 of which involved participation courses and case presentations.

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Everyday Dentists are challenged by patients who are eager to have their missing teeth replaced but as soon as they realize that their edentulous area is 4 mm or less in thickness they start thinking about different modalities other than dental implants. This Lecture will help the dentist understand the other techniques out there that will allow the dentist to place implants in thin ridges on the same day of treatment without having to do extensive bone augmentation surgeries or wait for months before placing Implants. The Objective of this lecture: 1- Take home methods that they can apply in their practice the next day. 2- Understanding the different techniques and tools out there that will impact their patients and their practice. 3- Understanding the techniques by following a step by step protocol that's fully supported by published literature and articles.

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Dr.Ashokan has completed his MDS from AB Shetty memorial institute of dental sciences, Mangalore University & post graduate certification in advanced oral Implantology from College Dental surgery, Manipal, MAHE University. He is also a fellow of International Congress of Oral Implantology and World clinical laser laser institute, US. He is the former member of Dental Council of India and President of Indian Dental Association Kerala State. Presently he is The Executive Committee member of Indian Society of periodontology [ISP], the editorial board member of Journal of Indian society of Periodontology [JISP] and Dentistry India edition. Also maintains a very successful clinical practice focused to Implant Dentistry, Periodontics &Laser Dentistry for the last 20years. Lectured in many National and international Conferences on Implant dentistry, Laser dentistry and periodontics and travelled extensively in Europe, US, Australia, Singapore, Thailand and UAE in this connection.

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Results from various studies show that the use of zygomatic implants represents a predictable alternative to bone grafting in the rehabilitation of severely atrophic edentulous maxilla. Traditional methods involve sinus lift and bone augmentation procedures using large volume of on lay bone grafts and alloplastic materials to enable implant placement and Osseo integration. Theses procedures are expensive, time consuming and less predictable. A rigid anchorage achieved by using zygomatic implants in combination with regular implants in the residual anterior maxilla proved to be much more predictable and less invasive alternative to sinus lift and bone grafting. This paper is an exclusive presentation of surgical procedures and prosthetic rehabilitation of severely atrophic edentulous maxilla and its clinical outcome in the long run.

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- Dr. Abdelsalam Elaskary is currently a visiting lecturer at University of New York, while maintaining a private practice limited to periodontics, dental implants and oral reconstruction in Alexandria, Egypt. He authored two text books in the field of dental Implantology, “Reconstructive Aesthetic Implant Surgery”. & “fundamentals of esthetic implant dentistry” published by Wiley –Blackwell. - Dr. Elaskary is a society editor for the Implant dentistry journal. He is the current president of the Arab society of oral Implantology in Cairo and a founding board member of the Arabian academy of aesthetic dentistry, an active member, fellow and the vice president of the international congress of oral implantologists.

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Apical migration of tissues related to dental implant supported restorations has become a common daily clinical dilemma that face clinicians. Too far labial and/or deep implant placement, thin tissue phenotype and defective labial plate of bone are all among the causative factors. The treatment approach to dental implant related gingival recession might be preventive or corrective intervention. the preventive measures would be the routine use of connective tissue grafts or the use of platform switching implant platform , etc. the corrective intervention depends mainly on the type of the recession occurred and on the existing level of the adjacent peri-implant papillae , the amount of attached gingiva, and the remained amount of labial bone ; among the Methods that specifically designed to treat implant related gingival recession are soft tissue focused solutions , or combined with the use of 3 dimensional bone grafting techniques, the use of inter positioned osteotomies ( sandwich osteotomy) and or the use of a novel modified composite allograft technique that will be introduced in the presentation . This presentation will overview the factors that lead to implant related gingival recession , a novel classifications of implant related gingival recession, a novel treatment philosophy , a novel guide to measure the success of the treatment degree of the improvement of the treatment , and clinical applications for the treatment of each implant recession class.

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- Dr. Abdelsalam Elaskary is currently a visiting lecturer at University of New York, while maintaining a private practice limited to periodontics, dental implants and oral reconstruction in Alexandria, Egypt. He authored two text books in the field of dental Implantology, “Reconstructive Aesthetic Implant Surgery”. & “fundamentals of esthetic implant dentistry” published by Wiley –Blackwell.

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A comprehensive course & a clinical step by step guide that touches the daily practice of every clinician performing dental implants service, a unique detailed clinical overview of related treatment complications with dental implant therapy that includes : poor diagnostic skills , regenerative complications, with emphasis on the potential risk factors that might escalate the failure rate, the various implant placement errors and the potential treatment complications that occurs along with immediate implant therapy in the aesthetic zone.. This course will focus on how to identify, avoid and treat potential treatment complications with dental implant therapy in a step by step protocol, and offers a new philosophy on bone grafting predictability on a long term follow up, also gives an insight on a new treatment modalities to repair a defective labial plate of bone in immediate implant therapy. The candidate will be able to learn: • The Philosophy & management of implant related complications. • How to predict any treatment complication prior to occurrence. • The most predictable regenerative approach. • Why do regenerative materials fail? • How to repair a defective labia plate f bone in immediate implant therapy • The long term fate of most of the current regenerative therapies.

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Bone is connective tissue composed of organic matrix collagenous matrix, fine re-inforcing inorganic calcium phosphate and bone forming bone degrading cells. Calcium phosphate materials which are similar to bone in composition and in having bioactive and osteoconductive properties create a broad and many modification of the implant surface coating. The osseointegration process which happen between dental implant surface and jaw bones should be considered as the main factor influence the long term success of implant supporting prostheses. For that the modification of surface not affect the osseointegration process success but the time of osseointegration.one of this surface technology of coating is the calcium phosphate materials which similar to bone in composition.as updating and improving the outcome of result success of and time of osseointegration, Mirell implant go for BONIT BONIT is an electrochemically deposited calcium phosphate coating. The structure of coating makes it strongly hydrophilic and results in a high capillary effect. This capillary effect transports growth factors from the blood to the coating, and therefore also directly to the metallic implant surface where they are immobilized. As a result of the bone-like chemical environment, stem cells are stimulated to form osteoblasts and initialize the formation of new bone tissue. The capillary affect in forms a very important basis for successful osseointegration of BONIT coated implants. The BONIT coating is fully resorbed over a period of 6-12 weeks after implant insertion and is simultaneously replaced by newly formed bone tissue, with the ultimate result that an optimum bond between bone and implant has been formed in place of the coating.

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Metal ion release from metallic materials, e.g. metallic alloys and pure metals, implanted into the human body in dental and orthopedic surgery is becoming a major cause for concern. This lecture provides an overview of both metallic alloys and pure metals used in implant materials in dental surgery. Additionally, a short section is dedicated to important biomaterials and their corrosive behavior in both real solutions and various types of media that model human biological fluids and tissues. The presentation gives an overview of analytical methods, techniques and different approaches applied to the measurement of in vivo, ex vivo trace metals released into body fluids and tissues from patients carrying metal dental implants. Reference levels of ion concentrations in body fluids and tissues that have been determined by a host of studies are presented in this lecture.

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Dr.N.Kannan did B.D.S. from Government Dental College, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India in 1991. He did post graduation in Oral Medicine and Maxillofacial Radiology from S.D.M. College of Dental sciences, Dharwad, Karnataka , India in 1995. Awarded Best Paper Award in the 5th & in the 6th National Conference of the Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology in 1993 & 1994 respectively. He is the Founder President of Tobacco Free Initiative of Narayana, Nellore, India. He has received advanced training in Reiki therapy in 2005, in Sujok therapy in 2011 in Pranic Healing in 2012 and is a certified Master in all these therapies. He did Diploma in Business Management from ICFAI in 2013. He did MSc Biotechnology from Periyar University in 2014. He did Diploma in Hospital Administration from NIHFW, New Delhi, India in 2015. He has written 80 poems in English. He has served Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology as Joint Secy, EC Member, Vice president and Hon General Secy. He is presently Hon. General Secretary Indian Dental Association, Nellore Branch, Andhra Pradesh He has delivered 20 Guest lectures in various National & International Conferences. He has 25 International Publications He has a post graduate teaching experience of 20years in the specialty of Oral Medicine and Maxillofacial Radiology and guided 40 post graduate students He is presently working as the Professor & Head, Dept. of Oral Medicine and Maxillofacial Radiology in Narayana dental College, Nellore, India.

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Present day advances in medical sciences and technology has resulted in substantial increase in the volume of dental patients with systemic illnesses. The term Medically Compromised refers to dental patients with impaired health status like pregnancy, or patients with systemic diseases like ischemic heart disease, congenital heart disease, liver disease, renal disease, asthma, patients with immunodeficiency and patients with altered immune status. Absence or inadequacy of precautions needed to be taken while carrying out routine dental treatment in these patients may result in worsening their medical status or even result in a fatality. Care needs to be taken while prescribing medications for these patients in the form of altered dosage or altering the medications themselves. Medico-legal litigations are reportedly on the rise in all the countries across the globe due to increased patient activism and awareness of their rights and sensationalization of such cases by the media. Worsening of the patient’s medical status or fatality occurring as a result of inadequacy of precautions can prove to be nightmarish to the dentist’s practice, life and reputation. Many of these medical conditions can be identified by detailed case history recording and thorough clinical examination. There may be alterations in the oral cavity as a result of some of these systemic diseases or due to medications/treatment received for these diseases which may present as taste alterations, salivary alterations, oral ulcerations, petechiae, ecchymosis, pigmentations, candidiasis, necrosis and gingival overgrowth. This presentation will be highlighting the maxillofacial & general clinical features useful for suspecting presence of the underlying systemic conditions and precautions needed to be taken during the dental treatment of these patients.

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Benzylisothiocyanate (BIT) is an aromatic compound extracted from the root of Salvadora Persica L. It has been found to have antibacterial effect against certain microorganisms. Salivary supernatant has buffering capacity that helps to reduce acid production and hence enamel demineralization. The effect of BIT on acid production by salivary sediment was investigated in the presence and absence of salivary supernatant. Six experiments were prepared as the following : (1) suspended salivary sediment (SSS) system (16.7%)(negative control) ,(2) glucose (positive control)(5%) ,(3) glucose and 100 ?g/ml BIT ,(4) salivary supernatant (33.3%) ,(5) salivary supernatant with glucose ,(6) salivary supernatant , glucose and 100 ?g/ml BIT . Incubation was done in a water bath at 37°C and pH was monitored at 15-minute intervals for a period of one hour. BIT at a concentration of 100 ?g/ml had a slight inhibitory effect on acid production by SSS system. When the supernatant was added to the incubation mixture, a dramatic inhibitory effect on acid production was found. An additive effect on acid production inhibition was shown when both BIT and supernatant were added to the incubation mixture. The inhibitory action of BIT on acid production was almost the same in the absence and presence of supernatant. In conclusion, BIT like hypothiocyanate inhibits acid production by oral flora. In addition, BIT and salivary supernatant have an additive effect in preventing pH fall which helps to prevent enamel demineralization.

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Recently there has been an increase in the search for shorter treatments, which led researchers to study the possibility of speeding up mechanisms for resorption and bone apposition and the variation of chemical mediators capable of stimulating colony formation of osteoclasts and osteoblasts. This lecture aims to describe the current state of science and clinical evidence available at the time to base the procedures described. Biological principles of tooth movement followed by the description the surgical procedures (e.g. microperforations, piezotomy, piezopuncture, corticotomy and periodontal accelerated osteogenic orthodontics) and its influence on the behavior of cells and biological mediators as well as current status in clinical practice will be described.

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Patients often present with congenital and acquired tooth loss, traumatic injuries and it is incumbent on the Prosthodontics team to diagnose educate and provide care plans that address the range of issues concerning the young adult needing tooth replacement therapy. The challenge in treating patients with missing teeth in young adult patients and concomitant malocclusion is how to achieve the best esthetic and functional results, particularly in the long term. The diagnostic phase is critical and involves an interdisciplinary team. Auto transplantation of teeth and orthodontic space closure represent viable biological approaches for replacement of incisors because of the permanence of the result, particularly in growing individuals. Even if solid comparative research data for the different replacement methods so far are not available, a compilation of all treatment modalities can produce treatment results that are almost indistinguishable from an intact dentition. This will lead to progressive care plans that engage removable, fixed and implant Prosthodontics with an eye to multidisciplinary approach. This presentation will review the critical points of assessment, key points to outline in the process of informed consent and then provide clinical examples of care plans for the transitional adult in our practice. The goal should be that patients who have received treatment for missing teeth will have treatment results that are indistinguishable from normal appearance. A prerequisite is that the therapy is based on a complete diagnosis, that the indications for the selected approach are present, and that attention to detail throughout treatment is exercised by all involved in the treatment. Objectives: The participant will understand at the conclusion of this presentation: • The diagnostic issues needed in addressing the issues of tooth loss in the young adult. • The range of treatment options for tooth replacement including advantages and challenges. • The outcomes of care when electing to perform tooth replacement in this population.

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Aim of the study: to evaluate the stress patterns induced in bone surrounding mini-implants in mandibular overdenture with different cantilever distal extension bases using three dimensional finite element analysis. Materials and methods: Mini-implant retained overdenture prosthesis were simulated on the computer software with three different cantilever extensions (6,12 and 18 mm) of the overdenture base to evaluate the effect of cantilever distal extensions on the pattern of stress distribution in bone surrounding mini-implants. Results: on vertical and oblique loading application the highest Von Misses stresses were noticed with 18 mm distal cantilever extension and the least Von Misses stresses were noticed with 6 mm distal cantilever extension. The stresses induced around the neck of the posterior mini-implants were higher than stresses induced around the neck of the anterior ones. Conclusion: Decreasing the cantilever extension may reduce the stresses induced in the mini-implants. The most distant abutment in cantilever prosthesis may be subjected to the highest stresses. Key words: Mini-implant, Finite element analysis, stress analysis, Cantilever.

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The approach to the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease is changing. The disease has not changed, but dentistry's understanding of the pathogenesis and appreciation for the influence of host factors has improved. Initially, the link between systemic disease and periodontal diseases was thought to be unidirectional. Currently, there is increasing evidence that the relationship between these entities may be bidirectional. Various hypothesis, including common susceptibility, systemic inflammation, direct bacterial infection and cross-reactivity, or molecular mimicry, between bacterial antigens and self-antigens, have been postulated to explain these relationships. In this scenario, the association of periodontal disease with systemic diseases has set the stage for introducing the concept of periodontal medicine. Increasing evidence is available from many investigators to indicate periodontitis as a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, low birth weight infants, pulmonary diseases, rheumatoid arthritis and recently, osteoporosis, pancreatic cancer, metabolic syndrome, renal diseases and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. This has brought a shift in the perspective, with research being now focused on the potential impact of periodontal diseases on systemic health. General practitioners are at a more advantageous position to provide early patient counselling for preventing and improving prognosis of several systemic pathologic conditions. By identifying people who are at greater risk of developing severe adult periodontitis, we may be able to carry out earlier or more aggressive intervention for these patients. Close collaboration between physicians and dentists will help to treat patients with systemic diseases better. Strategies to deal with etiologically relevant systemic factors will provide predictable treatment regimens to save patient’s dentition.

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There is increased awareness of and demand for esthetics in traditional restorative dentistry as well as implant-related care. Predictable delivery of highly esthetic, naturally appearing implant restorations is dependent on a host of factors, some of which are hardware-based and some of which are related to the morphology and tissue quality of the proposed implant site. An organized approach to patient evaluation and treatment planning by the implant treatment team will improve recognition of these factors of esthetic significance and will facilitate the development of strategies to achieve esthetic excellence on a more predictable basis. The ability to achieve harmonious, indistinguishable prosthesis from adjacent natural teeth in the esthetic zone is sometimes challenging. Placement of dental implants in the esthetic zone is a technique-sensitive procedure with little room for error. Guidelines are presented for ideal implant positioning and for a variety of therapeutic modalities that can be implemented for addressing different clinical situations involving replacement of missing teeth in the esthetic zone. This presentation will highlight the concepts and guidelines for predictable success in implant therapy

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Purpose: To compare the retentive strengths of thermo-elastic resin versus processed acrylic resin denture base regarding tooth retained and supported mandibular overdenture with different abutment preparations/attachments. Materials and Methods: Eighteen patients with edentulous maxilla and partially edentulous mandibles with two canines remaining. The two canines were endodontically treated, shortened 3-4 mm above the gingival margins; cementation of two long metal copings was done. Patients had two mandibular overdentures fabricated: one with processed acrylic resin denture bases and the other one were fabricated with thermo-elastic resin surrounding the abutment teeth. After two months the abutments were reshaped and shortened to have a dome shaped preparation approximately 1-2 mm above the gingival margins. After another two months patients received two stud attachments. Retention of the overdentures of each abutment preparation was measured after 24 hours and after one month from its insertion date using a digital forcimeter device. Results: There was a statistically significant difference among groups, one day and 30 days after mandibular overdenture (MOD) insertion. The greatest retention values were observed in the tooth retained MOD with long copings group followed by the tooth retained MOD with stud attachments one; the lowest retention values were obtained in the tooth supported MOD with short copings group. The retention values of the thermo-elastic acrylic resin MOD were greater than the processed acrylic resin MOD for all groups. Finally the retention values at one day after MOD insertion were greater than the values after 30 days for processed and thermo-elastic acrylic resin MODs. Conclusion: In this pilot study, the thermo-elastic acrylic resins demonstrated more retention than processed acrylic resin dentures