Markus B. Hürzeler received his D.M.D. degree in 1984 from the University of Zürich. He was certified as a Periodontics Specialist by the Swiss Society of Periodontology in 1989 and as a Prosthodontics Specialist by the German Society of Prosthodontics in 1991. He spent two years at the University of the Houston, Texas, Dental Branch as a Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Periodontology from 1991-1993. After returning to Freiburg, Germany, he obtained the Docent (PhD) degree from the Department of Prosthodontics at Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, Germany in 1996. He then moved to Munich, where he has since operated a joint private practice together with Dr. Otto Zuhr, limiting his activity to periodontics and implant dentistry. In 2002, he was appointed Professor of Dentistry at the Department of Medicine of Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, Germany. In 2008, he co-founded the Hürzeler/Zuhr Education Center together with Dr. Zuhr, where they teach the concepts and philosophy of state-of-the-art dentistry. Markus B. Hürzeler has been a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Texas in Houston since 1993, and an Associate Professor at the Albert-Ludwigs University Department of Preventive Dentistry and Periodontology in Freiburg Germany since 1997.

Professor Hürzeler is the president of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EAED). He has produced more than 150 scientific publications in the field of implant dentistry, periodontology, and tissue regeneration. He regularly gives lectures and courses on topics related to periodontics and implant dentistry at national and international events. In 2012, Markus B. Hürzeler and Otto Zuhr published the world renowned book “Plastic-Esthetic Periodontal and Implant Surgery – A Microsurgical Approach”.

Firmly rooted in the high aesthetic standards of Brazilian dentistry, Dr. Kern specializes in the demanding fields of soft tissue design and reconstruction, with extensive experience in immediate implant placement with temporization, ranging from single-tooth procedures to full-arch rehabilitations. He has been invited to lecture and conduct training courses on soft tissue management—including design, preservation, and reconstruction—at numerous postgraduate programs, congresses, and seminars across the Americas and internationally.

• Master of Science (2004–2005) – Universidade Estadual de Ponta Grossa (UEPG), Brazil. Advisor: Gibson Luiz Pilatti
• Master’s in Business Administration (2003–2004) – Instituto Superior de Administração e Economia da Fundação Getulio Vargas (ISAE/FGV), Brazil
• Periodontology (2001–2002) – Brazilian Dental Association (ABO) – PR, Brazil. Advisor: Fabio Anibal Goires
• Postgraduate in Implant Dentistry (2001–2003) – Brazilian Dental Association (ABO) – PR, Brazil
• Doctor of Dentistry (1997–2000) – Universidade Federal do Paraná (UFPR), Brazil

The field of implant dentistry has undergone a transformative evolution, driven by advances in digital technology, biomaterials, and surgical protocols. This lecture explores the latest innovations that enable clinicians to achieve predictable, efficient, and esthetically pleasing outcomes with minimal patient morbidity and reduced treatment times. This lecture will focus on immediate implant placement and loading, digital workflow integration, soft tissue management, and the role of guided surgery in optimizing esthetic zones. Emphasis will be placed on evidence-based approaches that align biological principles with modern restorative demands, ultimately providing a streamlined pathway from extraction to final restoration. Attendees will gain insight into contemporary strategies that accelerate functional rehabilitation while preserving — and even enhancing — esthetic outcomes.

Prof. Zingari graduated in dentistry and prosthetics at Università degli studi di Milano. Since 2005 he is a freelancer of the maxillofacial unit at Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi in Milan and adjunct professor of prosthetics on zygomatic implants at Università statale in Milan as we as adjunct professor of implantology at Università degli studi di Parma. Prof. Zingari is an adjunct speaker at the II degree post-graduation master in digital & guided surgery and training courses in advanced implantology and anatomical dissection. He is an active member of the Digital Implant & Restorative Academy (Di&RA) & an author of national and international publications.

Pablo Galindo-Moreno, DDS, PhD is a renowned expert in Oral Surgery and Implant Dentistry, holding a Full Professorship in the Oral Surgery and Implant Dentistry Department at the University of Granada, Spain. He also serves as an Adjunct Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine at the University of Michigan, USA, and as an Associate Visiting Professor in the Department of Periodontics at the University of Iowa, USA.

Dr. Galindo-Moreno has completed advanced training through a Master Program in Oral Surgery, a European Fellowship in Oral Surgery, and is recognized as an ICOI Diplomate. Over his career, he has published more than 200 articles in high-impact JCR journals and has become an internationally sought-after speaker in Oral Surgery and Implant Dentistry.

His research focuses on cutting-edge approaches in oral surgery and implantology, and he is actively involved in mentoring students and professionals across multiple countries. Dr. Galindo-Moreno’s contributions extend beyond academia to private practice, where he combines clinical expertise with innovative techniques, and he also serves as a scientific advisor for dental companies and a reviewer for international journals.

Prof. Magda Mensi has been a leading researcher and professor in Oral Surgery and Periodontology at the University of Brescia, Italy since 2002, where she also serves as the first-level medical manager of the Dental Clinic at the “Spedali Civili” Hospital in Brescia. Her academic and clinical work spans a wide array of topics, including Guided Biofilm Therapy, Aggressive Periodontitis, topical antibiotics and delivery systems, peri-implantitis, and minimally invasive surgical techniques.

In addition to her research, Prof. Mensi teaches Periodontology, Oral Surgery, and Implantology at the Dental and Hygiene School of the University of Brescia. She has been an Ordinary Member of the Italian Society of Periodontology (SidP) since 2001 and completed a Master in Periodontology and Implantology at the University of Ferrara, Italy between 2010 and 2012.

Prof. Mensi has contributed extensively to national and international literature and is a frequent speaker at courses and congresses worldwide. Her international experience includes a visiting professorship at Ohio State University in 2015. Alongside her academic roles, she maintains a private practice in Periodontology and Implantology, serves as a scientific advisor to dental companies, and acts as a reviewer for several international journals.

During this lecture, within the limited time available, I will provide an overview of the main biological, surgical, prosthetic and technical principles that enable the clinician to prevent biological complications and ensure long-term implant success.

The presentation will then focus on the analysis of patient-related and site-related risk factors that may compromise implant therapy outcomes. Particular attention will be given to biofilm-related aspects and to modern professional techniques for its periodic removal, in accordance with current clinical guidelines, on screw-retained and cement-retained prosthetic crowns as well as full-arch implant-supported prosthetic structures.

The selection of materials, instruments and non-surgical approaches plays a crucial role both in primary prevention, aimed at maintaining peri-implant health without damaging prosthetic

restorations or implant components, and in the treatment of peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis.

Special emphasis will be placed on the Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) protocol, which will be described in detail, with its clinical applications demonstrated through video presentations.

The management of immediate implants in the aesthetic zone requires a comprehensive understanding of both hard and soft tissue dynamics. This lecture will explore the critical importance of bone regeneration and soft tissue augmentation in achieving optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes.

Techniques for immediate loading and immediate provisionalization will be discussed, emphasizing clinical decision-making tailored to individual patient anatomy. Both flapless and flap approaches will be reviewed, highlighting indications, advantages, and limitations.

Attendees will gain practical insights into predictable protocols for transitioning from simple cases to complex scenarios, ensuring long-term stability, esthetics, and patient satisfaction.

Dental Implants and sinus augmentation surgeries are widespread and are performed on a daily basis around the world. The fact that these surgeries are being done on human beings that can be medically compromised is not emphasized enough. The aim of the present lecture is to survey the use of dental implants in medically compromised or ill patients that can have numerous conditions such as connective tissue diseases such as Lichen planus or lupus which can result if not caught in time in oral cancer.

Furthermore, new drugs are being used these days that can pose a risk for surgical procedures such as NOACS (Pradaxa, elixir, etc..), Plavixs, Efficient, Aspirin, Clexan, etc. I will explain the general precautions when dealing with medically compromised patients in the dental clinic and review the DOs and the DONTs when oral surgeries are needed for these patients.

Current hot topics in reconstructive dental surgery include papilla reconstruction, supracrestal attachment regeneration, and the management of peri-implantitis in the esthetic zone.

At the same time, patients increasingly seek treatment approaches that minimize the number of surgical interventions. Traditional methods—such as removing the implant-supported crowns, placing cover screws, allowing the tissue to heal over them, performing subsequent soft- and hard-tissue reconstruction, and uncovering the implants—require multiple surgeries and significantly prolong overall treatment time. This leads to a fundamental question: How can we meet our patients’ expectations for predictable outcomes with only a single surgical procedure?

This lecture will present innovative concepts designed to address these demanding clinical situations. It will focus on how papillae and supracrestal attachments can be predictably reconstructed and which new strategies are necessary to achieve these goals.

The evolution of guided surgery has significantly transformed implant dentistry, expanding treatment possibilities from conventional implant placement to advanced solutions for severely atrophic maxillae. What began as prosthetically driven planning for traditional axial implants has progressed into highly sophisticated digital workflows that now support the precise placement of zygomatic and pterygoid implants.

This lecture explores the clinical and technological evolution of guided surgery, highlighting the transition from static guides for standard implants to advanced digital protocols capable of managing complex anatomical challenges. Emphasis will be placed on digital planning, CBCT integration, prosthetically driven workflows, and the biomechanical considerations required for long implants in remote anchorage sites such as the zygoma and pterygoid region.

Through clinical cases and step-by-step workflow analysis, participants will gain insight into how modern guided solutions enhance surgical accuracy, reduce invasiveness, improve safety, and enable immediate loading protocols - even in extreme atrophy cases. The session will also discuss limitations, risk management, and the future direction of fully digital full-arch rehabilitation.

Attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of how guided surgery has evolved from conventional implant placement to advanced zygomatic and pterygoid applications, redefining the boundaries of full-arch rehabilitation.

Dr. Joseph Choukroun, born on November 5, 1952, is a distinguished physician and pioneer in the field of pain management and regenerative medicine. He earned his Medical Degree in 1979 and specialized in Anesthesiology in 1981 at the University of Montpellier, France, followed by advanced studies in Pain Management in 1986 at the University of Strasbourg, France.

Dr. Choukroun serves as Chief of Staff at the Pain Therapy Center in Nice, France. He is internationally recognized as the inventor of the PRF® technique (Platelet Rich Fibrin), a breakthrough in autologous platelet growth factor therapy that has advanced regenerative medicine and dental applications worldwide.

A prominent figure in scientific education, he is the President of the SYFAC Congress, the International Symposium on Growth Factors, and is a sought-after international speaker, sharing his expertise in regenerative techniques and pain management with global audiences.

This presentation is designed to provide healthcare professionals, particularly those in regenerative dentistry and implantology, with an in-depth understanding of the integration between Choukroun's techniques, specifically Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF), and the emerging field of osteoimmunology. Participants will explore the principles, methodologies, and clinical applications of Choukroun's techniques while considering the intricate interplay between the immune system and bone biology.

Meet Dr. Tedesco, a distinguished Oral Surgeon and leading expert in Zygomatic Implant Dentistry. Author of the groundbreaking book "Gli impianti zigomatici: attualita' nelle riabilitazioni implanto-protesiche dei mascellari atrofici," he has pioneered a new minimally invasive technique using zygomatic implants coupled with Piezoelectric Surgery. With over 800 successful implant surgeries to his name, Dr. Tedesco earned his Dentistry degree and specialized in Oral Surgery at the University of Florence, Italy.

Further enhancing his expertise, Dr. Tedesco obtained a Post-graduate Diploma at the Oral and Maxillofacial Department of Guy‘s and St. Thomas Hospital, London. A Fellow Member of the Royal Society of Medicine, London, Dr. Tedesco's outstanding contributions were recognized with a prize for the Best Presentation at The Royal Society of Medicine in London in January 2016, showcasing his expertise in "The treatment of atrophic maxilla using zygomatic implants."

Currently serving as a Clinical Research Fellow at the Pisa University Teaching Hospital since 2013, Dr. Tedesco is at the forefront of treating severe jaw atrophies with zygomatic implants. He created the first International Master’s Degree in Zygomatic Implants at University of Pisa, Italy. President of the Italian Society of Zygomatic and Pterygoid implants, and the Zygomatic Implants World Academy.

The zygomatic implants represent a valid alternative to regenerative surgery of severe maxillary atrophies. With a right clinical indication and a correct training for the surgeon it’s possible to treat complex cases with immediate loading reducing the patient's discomfort.

The Zygomatic Minimally Invasive Technique developed by Andrea Tedesco using piezoelectric dedicated inserts, helps the surgeon to realize an easy, less invasive and more predictable surgery with the piezoelectric strumentation for all the osteotomy preparation!

Long-term implant success is less about “the best implant” and more about selecting a biologically coherent implant–abutment–prosthetic system that preserves the supracrestal tissue seal under real-world mechanical loading and patient-specific risk.

Current evidence increasingly suggests that peri-implant complications arise from a soft-tissue–initiated inflammatory process whose intensity and progression are strongly modulated by structural context(absence of periodontal ligament), micro-mobility, and material-associated stimuli, rather than by “unique” peri-implant pathogens alone.

The aim of this lecture is to provide a clinically actionable framework for implant and abutment selection that prioritizes mucosal stability, prosthetic-driven biomechanics, and risk-adapted maintenance, with explicit decision points that translate biology into daily treatment planning.

This presentation synthesizes the mechanistic cascade from (1) implant macro-design (emergence profile, platform management, tissue thickness), to (2) implant–abutment interface behavior (microgap, micro-movement, connection stability), to (3) prosthetic architecture (contour, restoration type, occlusal scheme), and (4) material choices (titanium vs zirconia transmucosal components) in relation to plaque retention, tissue inflammation, and long-term complication profiles. Emphasis is placed on predicting complexity preoperatively, matching cases to operator skill, and communicating the biological rationale to patients.