Program

Dr. Abdelfattah completed his BDS from the faculty of oral and dental medicine, Cairo University, Egypt and his MSc degree in Laser Dentistry from Genova University, Italy. He finished his diploma in lasers in dental applications from National Institute of Laser Enhanced Sciences, Cairo University, and has continued to complete additional studies in lasers. He currently practices in Italy and Belgium PhD researcher in Roma Sapienza University and instructs laser dentistry continuing education courses internationally over 10 countries. He is the owner and creator of EPT Application.He has authored and reviewed laser dentistry articles in many international journals.

Dr. Filippo Del Curto is a graduate in Dental Medicine and Dental Prosthodontics from the University of Insubria, Varese, Italy, in 2011. In 2014, he obtained his DMD, at the University of Geneva, School of Dentistry, Switzerland. He has been playing an active part as a tutor and teacher in the Dental School, Division of Cariology and Endodontics and the Post-Graduated Master of Microinvasive Aesthetic Dentistry, University of Geneva (2014-2019). In 2020, he obtains a Doctorate in Dentistry at the University of Geneva. Currently, he is a private practitioner, with particular interest in the minimally invasive procedure, the digital cad-cam chairside dentistry and the oral surgery.

Dr. Ajay Juneja completed his Master’s program with Honors in aesthetic dentistry at UCLA in 2011. With vast experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, esthetic, functional and prosthetic rehabilitation, he lectures nationally and internationally and has published many papers on ceramic veneers. His work has been recognized by the Aesthetic Dentistry MENA Awards for his treatment in Conservative Aesthetic Procedures, Prosthetic Restoration and Multidisciplinary categories. He is an active honorary member of a very select group, Style Italiano which is at the forefront of teaching contemporary dentistry. At present, he runs a boutique multispecialty practice at the New York Dental Clinic in Dubai.

Dr. Filippo Del Curto is a graduate in Dental Medicine and Dental Prosthodontics from the University of Insubria, Varese, Italy, in 2011. In 2014, he obtained his DMD, at the University of Geneva, School of Dentistry, Switzerland. He has been playing an active part as a tutor and teacher in the Dental School, Division of Cariology and Endodontics and the Post-Graduated Master of Microinvasive Aesthetic Dentistry, University of Geneva (2014-2019). In 2020, he obtains a Doctorate in Dentistry at the University of Geneva. Currently, he is a private practitioner, with particular interest in the minimally invasive procedure, the digital cad-cam chairside dentistry and the oral surgery.

Dr. Ajay Juneja completed his Master’s program with Honors in aesthetic dentistry at UCLA in 2011. With vast experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, esthetic, functional and prosthetic rehabilitation, he lectures nationally and internationally and has published many papers on ceramic veneers. His work has been recognized by the Aesthetic Dentistry MENA Awards for his treatment in Conservative Aesthetic Procedures, Prosthetic Restoration and Multidisciplinary categories. He is an active honorary member of a very select group, Style Italiano which is at the forefront of teaching contemporary dentistry. At present, he runs a boutique multispecialty practice at the New York Dental Clinic in Dubai.

Prof. Norman Tinanoff received his dental degree from the University of Maryland in 1971. After receiving his certificate and Master’s Degree in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Iowa, he spent another year at the V.A. Hospital in Iowa City in a research fellowship. He currently is at the Division of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Maryland, School of Dentistry. Prof. Tinanoff has authored or co-authored over 215 publications, primarily on fluoride mechanisms, antimicrobials, caries risk factors, early childhood caries and prevention. His current interests are concerned with preventing dental caries, oral health access for underserved child populations, and developing clinical policies and guidelines.

Dr. Azhar Naseeb, is a Senior Dental Consultant with clinical, supervisory and management experience. She has been awarded with a Golden Medal for Scientific Achievement on the Scientific Day by His Majesty the King Sheikh Isa Bin Salman Al Khalifa on 1995 and another Golden Medal Award for Competency by His Majesty the King Sheikh Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa on 2017. Currently, Dr. Nasseb is the Chief of Clinical Trials & Continuing Medical & Professional Development at National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA) and a Faculty member in Arab Gulf University, Bahrain University and Royal College Surgeon of Ireland in Bahrain.

• Master of Medical Education KSAU-HS 2020 • Saudi Board of Pediatric Dentistry 2011 • Master Degree in Pediatric Dentistry 2007 • Clinical Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry 2007 • Bachelor in Dental Medicine and Surgery 1998 Currently, Dr. Rania Baakdah is a Consultant Pediatric Dentist at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Prof. Norman Tinanoff received his dental degree from the University of Maryland in 1971. After receiving his certificate and Master’s Degree in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Iowa, he spent another year at the V.A. Hospital in Iowa City in a research fellowship. He currently is at the Division of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Maryland, School of Dentistry. Prof. Tinanoff has authored or co-authored over 215 publications, primarily on fluoride mechanisms, antimicrobials, caries risk factors, early childhood caries and prevention. His current interests are concerned with preventing dental caries, oral health access for underserved child populations, and developing clinical policies and guidelines.

Prof. Malamed is an Emeritus Professor of Dentistry at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry. In 1973, he joined the faculty of the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and he retired from full-time teaching at the university in 2013. Prof. Malamed is the author of three widely used textbooks, Handbook of Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office, Handbook of Local Anesthesia and Sedation - A Guide to Patient Management. He has two interactive DVD’s: Emergency Medicine and Malamed’s Local Anesthetic Technique DVD. The textbooks have been translated into 22 foreign-language editions. He has authored more than 170 scientific papers and 17 chapters in various medical and dental journals and textbooks in the areas of physical evaluation, emergency medicine, local anesthesia, sedation and general anesthesia.

Prof. Cardarelli graduated in Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics at the University of L'Aquila in 2007. He specialized in Oral Surgery at the "Sapienza" University of Rome in 2010. He is an Adjunct Professor and tutor in San Raffaele University of Milan and a Scientific Advisor to the Dental Clinic in Department of IRCCS San Raffaele in Milan (Dean Prof. E. Gherlone). He is also a Member of International Extraction Academy of California and the Global Scientific Dental Alliance in Dubai. Prof. Cardarelli currently works in Milan and Isernia, where he practices Implantoprotesis and Oral Surgery. He is the Author of Book “Piezoelectric Surgery of Impacted Teeth “.

Dr. Alfotawi obtained her Masters in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2010 and her Doctoral Degree/PhD on Bone Bioengineering/Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2014, both from the University of Glasgow. Dr. Alfotawi has authored several publications in various journals and books. Her publications reflect her research interests in Regenerative Medicine Bone Bioengineering and Advancement of Oral/Dental Health Care. She is also a reviewer of the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Alfotawi was awarded by American Scientific Publisher for Best Publication 2017, and she got the King Saud University Award of Excellence in 2015. Dr. Alfotawi is currently working as an Assistant Professor and Researcher in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at the College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Dr. Hani Salam is a Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. He finished his DDS degree at the Lebanese University and obtained his B.Sc. & M.Sc. at the American University of Beirut and PhD at McGill University in Canada. Dr. Salam is the Former Director of McGill University Continuing Dental Education in MENA Region and Former Program Director of the Post-Graduate Program of Oral Surgery & Implantology in UAE. Currently, he is an Adjunct Professor at the McGill University and an ITI Middle East Section Education Delegate. He is a Member and fellow of several professional organizations and a frequent speaker at international conferences.

Dr. Alali earned his BDS Degree from King Saud University, College of Dentistry, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He holds a Fellowship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans. He obtained MSc and residency training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from the University of Toronto. Dr. Alali is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada FRCD(C). Currently, Dr. Alali is an Assistant Professor in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at the College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Prof. Malamed is an Emeritus Professor of Dentistry at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry. In 1973, he joined the faculty of the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and he retired from full-time teaching at the university in 2013. Prof. Malamed is the author of three widely used textbooks, Handbook of Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office, Handbook of Local Anesthesia and Sedation - A Guide to Patient Management. He has two interactive DVD’s: Emergency Medicine and Malamed’s Local Anesthetic Technique DVD. The textbooks have been translated into 22 foreign-language editions. He has authored more than 170 scientific papers and 17 chapters in various medical and dental journals and textbooks in the areas of physical evaluation, emergency medicine, local anesthesia, sedation and general anesthesia.

Prof. Cardarelli graduated in Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics at the University of L'Aquila in 2007. He specialized in Oral Surgery at the "Sapienza" University of Rome in 2010. He is an Adjunct Professor and tutor in San Raffaele University of Milan and a Scientific Advisor to the Dental Clinic in Department of IRCCS San Raffaele in Milan (Dean Prof. E. Gherlone). He is also a Member of International Extraction Academy of California and the Global Scientific Dental Alliance in Dubai. Prof. Cardarelli currently works in Milan and Isernia, where he practices Implantoprotesis and Oral Surgery. He is the Author of Book “Piezoelectric Surgery of Impacted Teeth “.

Dr. Fernandes is a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with Certificate of Added Qualification in Head and Neck Oncology and Microvascular Surgery by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He is a Professor of Surgery at the University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville and holds appointments in the Departments of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery and the Division of Surgical Oncology. Currently He serves as the Chief of Head and Neck Surgery, Director of the Head and Neck/Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery fellowship, Director of the Center for Reconstructive Surgery, Co-Director of the Skull Base Surgery Program and Associate Chairman of the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. He has lectured extensively nationally and internationally and has authored numerous manuscripts in the areas of head and neck oncology and reconstructive surgery. He is the author of the textbook Atlas of Local & Regional Flaps in Head and Neck Surgery and is co-editor of the textbook Oral, Head Neck Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Fernandes is the Consulting Editor for the Oral & Maxillofacial Clinics of North America, the Atlas of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America, and is the Editor in Chief of Craniomaxillofacial Trauma and Reconstructive Journal. Additionally, he serves on the editorial boards of several journals related to head and neck oncology and reconstructive surgery.