Amr M. Moursi, D.D.S., Ph.D. is a board-certified pediatric dentist (ABPD), Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at the New York University College of Dentistry, and on the Medical Staff at the NYU Langone Medical Center and the Bellevue Hospital Center in New York. Dr. Moursi is a Past-President of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), Director of the AAPD Comprehensive Review Course and is AAPD Liaison to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Moursi’s research focuses on early childhood oral health and has served as Principal Investigator on several federally funded studies, including an NIH-funded multi-center clinical trial evaluating caries arrest using Silver Diamine Fluoride in pre-school children. He is the author or co-author of over 100 published articles, book chapters and policy briefs, as well as Editor of the textbook Clinical Cases in Pediatric Dentistry (3rd Edition, Wiley). Dr. Moursi is also Host of the Dental Health Show on Doctor Radio, SiriusXM satellite radio. Dr. Moursi has also led teams of NYU faculty and students to provide pediatric dental training, education and care to underserved areas around the world including Tanzania, Nicaragua, Grenada and Alaska. He also maintains a private practice in New York City.
Most dentists believe that parenting styles have changed dramatically in recent years. This presentation will discuss how today’s changing parenting styles can influence the selection, and effectiveness, of behavior guidance techniques. The factors that comprise the etiology of behavior will also be discussed. These factors which determine a particular child's behavior, such as attachment, temperament, and fears, can also be strongly impacted by parenting style. This presentation will also describe patient behavioral assessment and an approach to customize behavior guidance techniques to individual patients, and their parents, in order to provide care that is safe, effective and efficient.
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Professor Susan Parekh is a Professor of Paediatric Dentistry at University College London Eastman Dental Institute and a leader in postgraduate dental education. She has held prominent roles in specialist training and professional examinations in paediatric dentistry. Her research interests include dental anomalies and the use of artificial intelligence in paediatric dental care.
Paediatric dentistry specialists play a key role in multidisciplinary cleft lip and palate teams, including preventive care, treatment planning, and long-term oral health management. They also contribute to national data collection, research, and service evaluation to support high-quality, evidence-based cleft care.
Patients with cleft lip and/or palate commonly experience dental anomalies. These conditions can affect oral function, aesthetics, and psychological well-being throughout childhood and adolescence. Early diagnosis and coordinated multidisciplinary care are essential to achieve optimal long-term outcomes.
Dr. Mechelle Collard is a Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry and clinical leader in Wales. She has played a major role in improving specialist paediatric dental services and professional training across the country. She is also actively involved in postgraduate education and specialist examinations in paediatric dentistry.
This topic examines how Dental Related Fear (DRF) creates a vicious cycle of avoidance, leading to significant costs across a person's life. Here we highlight the financial consequences of delayed prevention, dental home utilization, and the ultimate need for specialized procedures, sedation, or general anesthesia.
Advances in Dental Related Fear Research: Treating the Fear before Treating the Teeth.
Dental-related fear is highly prevalent and can negatively affect oral health and treatment outcomes. This lecture explores the causes of dental fear and highlights behavioural, digital, and virtual reality approaches to support non-pharmacological management.
Dr. Baker is a board-certified paediatric dentist and dentist anaesthesiologist with extensive academic leadership experience. She has led major research on dental fear and anxiety in children. Her work focuses on improving paediatric oral healthcare through clinical practice, research, and behavioural science.
Digital innovation is transforming paediatric dentistry by enhancing clinical practice, prevention, and access to care. This lecture examines how emerging technologies influence decision-making, professional collaboration, and service delivery. It also explores the role of digital health in improving equity, continuity, and multidisciplinary management for children.
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Dental-related fear (DRF) is common in both children and adults and can negatively affect oral health and treatment outcomes throughout life. Therefore, managing DRF requires behavioral and innovative approaches, such as digital technologies and virtual reality, rather than relying solely on sedation or general anesthesia.
Dr. Richard Heyman is a professor at New York University College of Dentistry and co-director of the Family Translational Research Group. He currently leads large, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research-funded trials investigating stepped-care and virtual reality interventions for dental fear.
Nitesh Tewari is a Professor of Paediatric Dentistry at All India Institute of Medical Sciences with expertise in dental traumatology and evidence-based dentistry. He has published extensively, contributed to major textbooks, and delivered lectures and workshops around the world. He also holds leadership positions in international professional organisations and is pursuing doctoral research at Karolinska Institutet, Sweden.
Dental Trauma workshop
Lecture 1:
Management of Crown and Crown root fractures- Dr. Nitesh Tewari
Coffee break
Lecture 2:
Lasers in management of dental injuries- Dr. Marwa
Lunch
Hands on course on-
1. Management of crown fractures using fragment reattachment
2. Laser workshop
Traumatic dental injuries often involve multiple structures or teeth, making their diagnosis and management more complex.This lecture reviews existing knowledge and emphasizes the importance of accurate recording and management to improve long-term outcomes.
This lecture explores the links between airway development, craniofacial growth, and function in children. It discusses the influence of feeding, breathing patterns, tongue posture, and oral habits on facial development and airway health. It also highlights early identification and interdisciplinary strategies to support healthy growth and function.
Jeffrey D. Rhodes is a board-certified paediatric dentist and founder of Smile Shoppe Pediatric Dentistry and BreatheWell Dental Studio. With more than 30 years of experience, his work focuses on airway health, early orthodontics, and myofunctional therapy.
Traumatic injuries to primary and permanent teeth in children may have significant long-term functional, aesthetic, orthodontic, and psychological consequences. The management of dental trauma is often complex and may extend over several stages of growth, requiring individualized treatment and long-term follow-up.
Prof. Isabelle Bailleul-Forestier is a Professor of Pediatric Dentistry at Toulouse and a hospital practitioner at the Center for Reference of Oral and Dental Diseases. She holds a Doctorate in Dental Surgery, several postgraduate qualifications in oral biology, pediatric dentistry, medical and dental expertise, and oral and bone biomaterials, as well as a PhD from Paris Diderot University.
The presentation highlights the role of pediatric dentists in recognizing dental anomalies that may indicate genetic or systemic disorders. It focuses on abnormalities in tooth structure, shape, and number, emphasizing when genetic evaluation is appropriate. Clinical examples demonstrate how dental findings can contribute to the early diagnosis of genetic conditions.
Adjunct Professor at the University of Cagliari, with MSc degrees in Restorative Aesthetic Dentistry and Paediatric Dentistry from leading Italian universities. Member of the Standing Committees of the International Association of Paediatric Dentistry and European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry. International lecturer, scientific author, and peer reviewer, with a clinical and academic focus on Paediatric Dentistry and Special Needs Dentistry.
An integrated paediatric dentistry and orthodontic approach addresses children’s dental, functional, and emotional needs through minimally invasive, evidence-based care. Practical strategies for caries, enamel defects, space management, and developing malocclusions will be discussed, including care for children with limited cooperation or special needs. Digital technologies and modern materials will be highlighted as tools to simplify diagnosis, improve treatment efficiency, and provide tailored, child-centred solutions.
Adjunct Professor at the University of Brescia, with MSc degrees in Digital Dentistry and Orthodontics from the University of Varese, Italy. President of the Italian Society of Paediatric Dentistry and Associate Editor of the European Journal of Pediatric Dentistry, with active involvement in professional dental societies. Author of scientific articles and books, reviewer for international journals, and co-founder of OMI, with a clinical and academic focus on Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics.
An integrated paediatric dentistry and orthodontic approach addresses children’s dental, functional, and emotional needs through minimally invasive, evidence-based care. Practical strategies for caries, enamel defects, space management, and developing malocclusions will be discussed, including care for children with limited cooperation or special needs. Digital technologies and modern materials will be highlighted as tools to simplify diagnosis, improve treatment efficiency, and provide tailored, child-centred solutions.
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MIH panel
Duration: One-Day Workshop
Molar Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH) presents significant clinical challenges due to its early variable presentation. Young children with MIH always suffer from hypersensitivity, rapid post-eruptive enamel breakdown, restorative difficulties, thus coordinated multidisciplinary care is needed. Although evidence-based recommendations are available, treatment decisions often vary depending on disease severity, patient age, symptoms, and the perspectives of different dental specialties.
Natal teeth are rare findings that may occur independently or as part of genetic syndromes. This lecture examines the genetic mechanisms involved in early tooth eruption, particularly the role of the C2CD3 gene in craniofacial and dental development. It highlights how advances in genetics are improving the diagnosis and management of children with developmental dental anomalies.
The presentation highlights the essential role of pediatric dentists in recognizing oral signs of genetic and systemic diseases at an early stage. Oral findings such as supernumerary teeth, enamel defects, pigmentation, and jaw lesions can indicate specific genetic syndromes and cancer risks. Early recognition enables genetic referral, cancer surveillance, and multidisciplinary management, making dentists important contributors to preventive medicine.
Piranit Nik Kantaputra is a Professor of Medical Genetics and a faculty member in Paediatric Dentistry at Chiang Mai University. His work focuses on the genetics of craniofacial and dental disorders, leading to the discovery of several novel syndromes and disease-related genes.
Dr. Joy Elian Elhayek is an Assistant Professor and Delegate to the Dean for Artificial Intelligence at Saint Joseph University of Beirut (USJ). Holding a PhD in Health Sciences, she specializes in digital dentistry, AI integration, CAD/CAM pediatric crown restorations, and clinical care under sedation or general anesthesia.
Dr. Samia Aboujaoude is an Associate Professor at Lebanese University and former Head of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health. She is a founding member and former President of the Lebanese Society of Pediatric Dentistry and currently directs the university's Pediatric Dentistry Master's programme.
Labial frenum abnormalities may affect oral function, aesthetics, and dental development in children. The lecture discusses when intervention is necessary and the factors guiding treatment decisions. It also presents the advantages of laser-assisted frenectomy for achieving improved patient comfort and healing.
Dr. Al Asmar is a Lebanese pediatric dentist with postgraduate qualifications in Pediatric Dentistry, Oral Pathology, and Diagnosis. He has held several leadership positions in regional and international pediatric dentistry organizations and is the elected President of the Lebanese Society for the Study of Pain. He is a Fellow of international dental organizations, a PubMed-listed co-author, and specializes in Pediatric Dentistry, Oral Pathology, and dental education.
Pain assessment in children is a fundamental component of pediatric healthcare, as accurate evaluation of pain is essential for effective diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring. Unlike adults, children may have limited cognitive and communication abilities, making pain assessment particularly challenging. Various pediatric pain assessment scales have been developed and validated for different age groups and developmental stages. The appropriate selection and application of pain assessment tests enable healthcare professionals to identify pain intensity accurately, improve pain management strategies, and enhance the overall quality of pediatric care.
Assoc. Prof. Almira Ada Diken Türksayar is the Head of the Department of Prosthodontics at Biruni University, specializing in digital dentistry, 3D printing, CAD/CAM workflows, and advanced dental materials. Supported by a TÜBİTAK fellowship, her international research background includes positions at Carinthia University of Applied Sciences in Austria and Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin.
Dr. Prasad Musale graduated in 1994 and completed his Masters in Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry in 1999. He also completed his Diploma & Masters in Laser Dentistry from Medical University of Vienna, Austria in 2010. Following his completion of educational tenure, he established “Little Ones Big Smiles” Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry clinic in Koregaon Park, Pune in 1999-2000. His research thrust areas are Pediatric Endodontics, Microscopic Pediatric Dentistry, Minimally Invasive Dentistry and Laser Assisted Pediatric Dentistry. He has been an international speaker and a faculty for various CDE programs conducted worldwide. He has published more than 35 scientific papers in peer reviewed National and International journals and contributed five chapters in 3 Pediatric Dentistry textbooks. He has been recognised by various International Journals and honoured as Editorial Board Member and as a reviewer. He is currently the Professor and Head in the Department of Pedodontics Sinhgad Dental College and Hospital, Pune(MS) India.
Paediatric dentistry is a unique specialty dealing with the total and comprehensive oral health care of children. With the passage of time, there has been a definite shift from an ‘extraction-based approach’ of managing the symptomatic teeth to a more conservative approach of maintaining the integrity of the natural oral structures while alleviating the symptom for the child. The advent and progression of various endodontics procedures suited specifically for primary teeth has been at the forefront of this shift. Vital pulp therapy in primary teeth include Indirect pulp treatment, Direct pulp capping and Pulpotomy. Direct pulp capping is still not preferred due to low evidence. This presentation would provide the audience with a brief overview of several contemporary vital endodontic procedures performed under dental operating microscope in children using appropriate diagnostic aids and adhering to a biologically harmonious approach.
Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry with extensive clinical, hospital, and academic experience, particularly in Special Care Dentistry. Expertise in conscious sedation, behavior guidance, minimally invasive and preventive dentistry, interceptive orthodontics, and treatment under general anesthesia. Active lecturer and trainer in conscious sedation, with scientific publications and presentations in Paediatric Dentistry and Dental Trauma.
Dr. Manel Chalbi is an Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry at the Faculty of Dental Medicine of Monastir, Tunisia, and a Hospital Practitioner at La Rabta University Hospital. She specializes in pediatric dentistry, with research interests in rare genetic diseases, oral manifestations, and pediatric oral epidemiology. She is also General Secretary of the Tunisian Association of Pediatric Dentistry and has published several scientific papers in pediatric and special care dentistry.
Severe periodontitis in pediatric patients is rare and often serves as an early oral manifestation of underlying some specific systemic conditions. Recognizing these periodontal signs is crucial for early diagnosis and multidisciplinary management of rare congenital or metabolic disorders.
Master’s degree of Pediatric Dentistry in 2022 from Benghazi University Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons (Ireland) in 2021 Bachelor of Dental Science /Benghazi University. Teaching staff at Pedodontic Department at Benghazi Dental College. Coordinator of Pediatric Dentistry Diploma at Apollonia University of Medical Science in Benghazi.
Among various types of dental trauma, cervical root fracture and intrusion are considered challenging to treat, as a multidisciplinary approach is required for successful management. Therefore, the aim of this presentation is to reveal a conservative treatment for two young patients with traumatic dental injuries.
A Professor of Paediatric Dentistry at Mansoura University Faculty of Dentistry with a PhD from University of Sheffield. She has held several leadership roles, including Director of the Mansoura–Manchester Dental Programme, Head of the Pediatric Dentistry Department, Honorary Lecturer at Manchester University, and member of the Egyptian Syndicated Board.
Bruxism in children involves repetitive clenching or grinding of the teeth during sleep or wakefulness. Its prevalence appears to be increasing, potentially due to higher anxiety levels and greater use of technology. This presentation reviews the epidemiology, causes, and management strategies for childhood bruxism.
Professor of paediatric dentistry, Alexandria University Former Head of paediatric department at Princess Nourah University, KSA Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
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Fatma Abdelgawad, BDS, MSc, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Egypt. She supervises Master's and Doctorate theses for Postgraduate students. In her position, she serves on the Evidence-Based Dentistry committee to review protocols. She is an active member of the Research Ethics Committee (REC) at the Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University. She teaches Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Public Health, Infection Control, and Evidence-Based Dentistry Courses for both undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University. Dr. Abdelgawad is a member of the Egyptian Society for Pediatric Dentistry and Children with Special Needs (ESPSN) and the International Association of Pediatric Dentistry (IAPD). She led the organization of the 2015 and 2016 World Oral Health Day with the Egyptian Society of Pediatric Dentistry and Children with Special Needs and ‘Fédération Dentaire Internationale’ (FDI) in collaboration with Unilever. She was an academic partner of the Ramses group project of Cairo University (Raising Management Capacity in Higher Education Institutions), which was funded by ‘Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst’ DAAD in cooperation with Bremen University till 2020. Dr. Abdelgawad has a passion for improving the prevention and management of oral health diseases in children and children with special health care needs. She is interested in Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Public Health, and Evidence-Based Dentistry. She was awarded in 2017 to a five-week course, Fogarty International Injury Prevention Research Training Program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, USA. She is a certified trainer for research ethics at the School of Medicine, University of Maryland, Baltimore, USA. Dr. Abdelgawad loves reading, biking, and swimming. Also, she adores traveling and trying new experiences in the different countries she visits. She loves to have knowledge about the customs and traditions of other countries. She likes to update herself with everything new about Pediatric Dentistry and has the passion to provide all her young patients with all the possible treatments needed for each situation, either using local or general anesthesia.
This presentation explores the application of digital workflows in pediatric restorative dentistry, with a focus on the design and fabrication of customized restorations and appliances. It will cover the digital design of overlays and crowns for molars and incisors affected by molar-incisor hypomineralization (MIH), as well as the preparation of digital models and basic intraoral scan analysis. The session will also introduce the digital design of metal space maintainers, STL file preparation, and the fundamentals of 3D printing, including materials, printer settings, and post-processing. Clinical evaluation of fit, adaptation, and applicability will be discussed to demonstrate the integration of digital technologies into everyday pediatric dental practice.
- Professor of Pediatric and Special Needs Dentistry, Cairo University
- Head of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Misr International University
Pediatric dental specialty is considered the widest scope among all dental specialties with numerous subspecialties. Clinical failures in pediatric dentistry can occur despite careful diagnosis and appropriate treatment planning. They may be related to biological, behavioral, technical, or patient-related factors. Understanding the causes of unsuccessful outcomes is essential for improving clinical decision-making and enhancing the quality of care provided to children. The Aim of this presentation is to review selected pediatric dental cases in which treatment outcomes were unsuccessful or less favorable than anticipated, with emphasis on identifying contributing factors and highlighting strategies for prevention and management. Clinical failure should not be viewed solely as an undesirable outcome, but also as an important source of clinical learning.
Dr. Dalia Talaat is a Professor of Paediatric Dentistry at Alexandria University and Executive Director of the university's dental hospital. She earned her BDS and PhD from Alexandria University and has extensive academic and clinical experience. She has authored numerous publications in internationally peer-reviewed journals.
Chemomechanical Caries Removal: Principles and Hands-On Clinical Application
Duration: One-Day Workshop
This workshop introduces chemomechanical caries removal as a minimally invasive method for managing deep and moderately deep carious lesions. It reviews evidence-based principles of selective caries removal, emphasizing dentin preservation and maintenance of pulp vitality. Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on training, participants will develop practical skills for applying this approach.
Marwa Abdelkader Ahmed Taha is a paediatric dentistry consultant in Cairo with advanced training in laser applications in dentistry. She is an international lecturer and representative for laser dentistry initiatives across Asia and Africa, contributing to several global professional organisations.
Dental Trauma workshop
Assoc. Prof. Passant Nagi is an Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry at Cairo University and Vice Manager of the MIRA Dental Center and General Anesthesia Unit. She holds a Tri-Colligate Membership in Pediatric Dentistry alongside Fellowships from the Royal Colleges of Surgeons of Edinburgh, England, and Glasgow. Additionally, she serves as Treasurer of the EIOA, General Manager of MIRA Dent Academy's RCS Pediatric Dentistry Program, and former Director of Cairo University's Pediatric Dentistry Internship.
Next-Gen Paediatric Dentistry: 3D printing in action
This pediatric dentistry masterclass explores AI-driven interceptive orthodontics using direct-printed 3D Shape Memory Aligners (ALIGNA®) that react thermally to deliver gentle, continuous force. It details advanced full-coverage pediatric restoration methods, comparing custom chairside 3D-printed ceramic-infused resin crowns with prefabricated MIRA® Zirconia crowns. Attendees will gain hands-on skills in digital workflows—from intraoral scanning and AI setup to 3D printing, preparation, and cementation—for both clinical and general anesthesia settings.
Prof. Ahmed Elkhadem is a Professor of Pediatric Dentistry at Cairo University, Head of MIRA Dent Academy, President of the EIOA, and Vice Head of Cairo University's Evidence-Based Dentistry Centre. He holds advanced degrees from Oxford and Warwick, alongside Orthodontics Fellowships from the Royal Colleges of Surgeons (Edinburgh, England, and Glasgow). He is the founder of MIRA Dental Center and creator of MIRA Zirconia Crowns and ALIGNA® shape memory clear aligners.
The presentation explores AI-assisted interceptive treatment planning, focusing on predicting craniofacial growth, tooth eruption, and arch expansion. It also introduces direct 3D-printed shapememory polymers that respond to body temperature to provide continuous, gentle forces for efficient tooth movement with fewer attachments. The session covers digital workflows, AI simulations, and clinical cases demonstrating successful treatment outcomes.
Next-Gen Paediatric Dentistry: 3D printing in action
This pediatric dentistry masterclass explores AI-driven interceptive orthodontics using directprinted 3D Shape Memory Aligners (ALIGNA®) that react thermally to deliver gentle, continuous force. It details advanced full-coverage pediatric restoration methods, comparing custom chairside 3D-printed ceramic-infused resin crowns with prefabricated MIRA® Zirconia crowns. Attendees will gain hands-on skills in digital workflows—from intraoral scanning and AI setup to 3D printing, preparation, and cementation—for both clinical and general anesthesia settings.
Dr. Yasmine Elhamouly is an Assistant Professor of Pediatric Dentistry with 24 years of hands-on experience in general and pediatric dentistry, combining academic teaching, clinical practice, research, quality assurance, and academic leadership. She also serves as a peer reviewer for several international Q1and Q2 dental journals.
Pulpal disease in primary teeth remains a common and clinically important challenge in pediatric dentistry. With growing interest in conservative and biologically based approaches, treatment decisions are increasingly centered on preserving primary teeth whenever possible. This lecture will briefly review the progression of primary pulp inflammation and discuss current trends in managing advanced pulpal disease in children. Emphasis will be placed on evidence-based decision-making, case selection, and practical treatment planning. Selected clinical cases will be used to illustrate key concepts and highlight the balance between conservative and non-vital approaches in primary dentition.
Dr. Amira AbdelHafeez Elkhatib is an Associate Professor and Consultant of Pediatric Dentistry at Kafrelsheikh University, Egypt. Her academic and clinical work focuses on contemporary, evidence-based approaches to pediatric oral healthcare, with particular interests in minimally invasive caries management, and behavioral care specially for children with special healthcare needs. She is actively engaged in clinical research, postgraduate education, and professional training, with a growing focus on integrating digital technologies and innovative treatment approaches into pediatric dental practice. Her professional philosophy is centered on one principle: advancing pediatric dentistry not only to preserve children's teeth, but to improve their experience, confidence, and quality of life.
Digital Workflow in Pediatric Dental Practice: From Intraoral Scanning to 3D Printing
Duration: One-Day Workshop
Marwa Mohamed Ahmed Lotfy Baraka is a paediatric dentist and academic specialising in artificial intelligence and minimally invasive dentistry with international research experience and multiple scientific publications. She combines academic teaching, research, and clinical practice in paediatric oral health.
To manage white spot lesions and dental caries biologically rather than mechanically, preserving enamel, dentin, and pulp vitality through remineralization, regeneration, and minimally invasive care. Emphasis is placed on accurate diagnosis, with a shift toward bioactive therapies, vital pulp preservation, regenerative endodontics, and AI-supported clinical assessment.
Passant Hamed is a paediatric dentistry lecturer and researcher at Alexandria University. Her work focuses on minimally invasive caries management, pain control, and restorative care in children. She has published internationally and received recognition from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry for her research achievements.
Papain-based chemomechanical caries removal is a minimally invasive technique that selectively removes infected dentin while preserving healthy tooth structure. This lecture reviews their mechanisms, clinical applications, recent advances, and current evidence regarding treatment outcomes and effectiveness.
Chemomechanical Caries Removal: Principles and Hands-On Clinical Application
Duration: One-Day Workshop
This workshop introduces chemomechanical caries removal as a minimally invasive method for managing deep and moderately deep carious lesions. It reviews evidence-based principles of selective caries removal, emphasizing dentin preservation and maintenance of pulp vitality. Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on training, participants will develop practical skills for applying this approach.
Dr. Sherif Helal obtained his Dentistry Bachelor 1983 from Alexandria Uni. School of Dentistry – Egypt and had his residency training and Ph.D. (1986-1993) at Pediatric and Preventive dentistry department, Universitätsklinikum Eppendorf – Hamburg, Germany; he served latterly as Assistant Professor, director of Dental Public Health Master program and Saudi Board of Pediatric Dentistry post-graduate program supervisor member at Riyadh College of Dentistry, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and now as per scientific consultant of oral care products for international companies and had many congresses researches’ presentations, member of the ADA-SCDP (US Standard Committee on Dental Products) Fluoride/toothpastes groups and awarded by many international organizations latest was the IADR Cariology Group Research Award for the year of 2017-San Francisco, USA 2017.
Dental caries remains a significant health challenge worldwide, especially in the Middle East countries, where prevalence figures along years are much higher than the global burden of disease records, local epidemiological studies point on cultural and habitual impact factors that could be barrier against achievement success of recognized international prevention strategies, which proved success in other parts of the world such as fluoride application caries incidence reduction models. This presentation discusses alternatives preparations available at the global market with valued chemistry in vivo and vitro studies that could be more worth to be applied in countries where communities are with oral health care hard to be attained.
Dr. Mohamed Zayed is an Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry At Ain Shams University, the founder of Generations Dental in Al Shorouk City, Cairo. He also serves as a dental consultant for Cleopatra Hospital Group and previously practiced with Pure Health in Abu Dhabi. His work centers on pediatric preventive dentistry and sedation-based care for children.
Pediatric dental care in Egypt faces a persistent gap: managing anxious, uncooperative, or medically complex children with limited access to safe, effective behavior-guidance tools. Nitrous oxide sedation, widely adopted in pediatric dentistry globally, remains prohibited across Egyptian clinical practice despite its strong safety profile and ease of administration. This lecture examines the current landscape of pediatric dental anxiety management in Egypt, reviews the clinical evidence supporting nitrous oxide as a first-line sedation option, and explores the regulatory and infrastructural shifts now positioning the country for wider adoption. The discussion asks whether this modality could fundamentally reshape how pediatric dentistry is practiced in Egypt.
BDS, MSc, PhD
Lecturer & Consultant of Pediatric Dentistry, Mansoura University
Esthetic challenges are an integral part of everyday pediatric dental practice, requiring careful diagnosis, treatment planning, and an understanding of both minimally invasive and restorative techniques. This lecture presents a variety of clinical cases encountered in daily practice, demonstrating practical approaches to achieving predictable and esthetic outcomes in young patients.
The presentation will cover step-by-step clinical cases of strip crowns and zirconia crowns for primary anterior teeth, highlighting case selection, clinical techniques, esthetic considerations, and common challenges. In addition, it will present a challenging failed esthetic case, with a step-by-step approach to achieving a healthy, beautiful smile.
The lecture will also demonstrate a minimally invasive approach using ICON resin infiltration for the management of hypomineralized enamel lesions affecting anterior permanent incisors. In addition, a challenging posttraumatic esthetic case involving a permanent incisor will be presented.
Through these clinical cases, the lecture aims to provide practical insights and treatment strategies that can help pediatric dentists confidently manage a wide range of esthetic situations.
Dr. Rodaina Helmy, MSc, PhD Candidate. Dr. Rodaina Helmy is an Assistant Lecturer of Pediatric Dentistry and a PhD candidate at Alexandria University. She serves on the Editorial Board of the Alexandria Dental Journal (ADJ). She co-founded CapKidz to bring advanced, ready-made 3D-printed crowns to modern pediatric practice.
Digital dentistry is rapidly transforming how we treat young patients. While 3D printing has been widely used in adult dentistry, it is now opening new possibilities for pediatric care. This lecture explores how 3D-printed technology, specifically ceramic-filled resin crowns, is changing the game for pediatric restorative dentistry.
Digital Workflow in Pediatric Dental Practice: From Intraoral Scanning to 3D Printing
Duration: One-Day Workshop
This workshop introduces digital workflows in paediatric dentistry, from intraoral scanning to 3D-printed restorative solutions. The advantages of 3D printing will be highlighted, particularly the application of 3D-printed ready-made crown kits, CapKidz. Through demonstrations and hands-on training, participants will develop practical skills for integrating child-friendly digital tools into everyday practice.
Dental-related fear (DRF) is common in both children and adults and can negatively affect oral health and treatment outcomes throughout life. Therefore, managing DRF requires behavioral and innovative approaches, such as digital technologies and virtual reality, rather than relying solely on sedation or general anesthesia.
Tanaya Pathak is an undergraduate student studying Molecular and Cell Biology and Psychological Sciences on the pre-dental track. Her interests focus on the relationship between dentistry, psychology, and children's dental anxiety and experiences.
Dental-related fear (DRF) is common in both children and adults and can negatively affect oral health and treatment outcomes throughout life. Therefore, managing DRF requires behavioral and innovative approaches, such as digital technologies and virtual reality, rather than relying solely on sedation or general anesthesia.
Taki Baker Alyasri has an interdisciplinary background in finance, computer science, and data science from University of Oregon. He specializes in data analysis and blockchain development, applying innovative, data-driven solutions across multiple fields. He also contributes to research on cognitive behavioral therapy and the impact of dental-related fear on pediatric patients and healthcare costs.
Hisham Elnawam is a lecturer in Endodontics at Alexandria University Faculty of Dentistry with expertise in laser therapy and regenerative endodontics. His research focuses on photobiomodulation and biologically derived scaffolds for tissue regeneration and has contributed to international conferences and scientific publications.
Course Objective: To manage white spot lesions and dental caries biologically rather than mechanically, preserving enamel, dentin, and pulp vitality through remineralization, regeneration, and minimally invasive care. Emphasis is placed on accurate diagnosis, with a shift toward bioactive therapies, vital pulp preservation, regenerative endodontics, and AI-supported clinical assessment.
Ahmad Samy Abo Elwafa, MSc, PhD Candidate. Dr Ahmed Samy is an Assistant Lecturer in Paediatric Dentistry and a PhD candidate with a strong interest in digital innovation. He combines academic work with clinical practice as the founder of Pedoland Dental Clinic and is currently pursuing orthodontic training through the Royal College of Surgeons.
This lecture discusses the importance of appropriate timing in interceptive orthodontics to maximize treatment success and avoid unnecessary interventions. The session also explores the use of digital technologies in modern paediatric orthodontic diagnosis, appliance design, and treatment planning.
Digital Workflow in Pediatric Dental Practice: From Intraoral Scanning to 3D Printing
Duration: One-Day Workshop
This workshop introduces digital workflows in paediatric dentistry, from intraoral scanning to 3D-printed restorative solutions. The advantages of 3D printing will be highlighted, particularly the application of 3D-printed ready-made crown kits, CapKidz. Through demonstrations and hands-on training, participants will develop practical skills for integrating child-friendly digital tools into everyday practice.
Lecturer of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Pharos University in Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt. B.Sc, M.Sc., Ph.D in Pediatric Dentistry.
A number of conditions can lead to aesthetically unacceptable dentitions like dental caries, discoloration, trauma, early loss of teeth, misalignment and any abnormality of shape and size. Today there are many solutions available for esthetic problems in pediatric dentistry. But the biggest dilemma is choosing the best treatment modality for a particular patient and situation. In this respect, the advent of different digital techniques other than the conventional gold standard protocol to help in creating esthetic crowns, inlays and onlays. Moreover, this topic highlights the various recent advances in the field of digital pediatric dentistry along with their advantages, and disadvantages. Last but not least indications such as digital impressions, digital cast analysis, digital esthetic space maintainers, digital orthodontic appliances.