Dr. McLaren is a Prosthodontist and Master Dental Ceramist. He is a retired Professor from both UCLA and UAB School of Dentistry. He was founder and first director of the Post Graduate Esthetic Dentistry at the UCLA School of Dentistry. He was the Director of the UCLA Center for Esthetic Dentistry, a full time didactic and clinical program for graduate dentists. Dr. McLaren is still actively involved in many areas of prosthodontic and materials research and have authored or co-authored over 90 articles. He recently published a book, on his ceramic techniques and features dental photographic art, entitled “The Art of Passion: Ceramics, Teeth, Faces, and Places.” Dr. McLaren currently is the CEO of ArtOral America a private teaching institute based in Park City Utah. He maintains a private practice limited to prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry in which he did all of his own ceramics.

• Specialty Degree in Restorative Dentistry • Master of Science Degree in Prosthodontics • Actual President of the Brazilian Society of Aesthetic Dentistry • President of the International Federation of Esthetic Dentistry (IFED) for the years 2010 - 2012. • Board member of the Academy of Microscope Enhanced Dentistry (AMED), USA from 2008 – 2012. • Has lectured nationally and internationally about Esthetic Dentistry and about the Use of High Magnification in Everyday Practice. • Maintains a private practice since 1983, and has focused on microscope enhanced

Dr. Islam Kassem is a Senior Consultant of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, with academic back ground and teaching experience. He was involved in scientific activities in 20 countries. He is the founder of IMAXFAX Center. Currently, Dr. Islam is the Head of Maxillofacial Surgery Department in Alamin Hospital, Egypt

Dr. Islam Kassem is a Senior Consultant of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, with academic back ground and teaching experience. He was involved in scientific activities in 20 countries. He is the founder of IMAXFAX Center. Currently, Dr. Islam is the Head of Maxillofacial Surgery Department in Alamin Hospital, Egypt

Dr. Ahmed Al Hussain is the Program Director of Maxillofacial Surgery at King Abdulaziz Medical City, He has an American and Canadian Boards in Maxillofacial Surgery and he also has a Fellowship Degree in Facial Plastics from Canada.

• Canadian Association of Medical Aesthetics, Botulinum Toxins and Dermal Fillers Basic Techniques Certificate and Certificate of Program Completion • Fellowship in the College of Family Physicians of Canada • Certification: American Board of Antiaging and Regenerative Medicine. • Fellowship Program the American Board of Antiaging and Regenerative Medicine • Certification: Family Medicine, The College Of Family Physicians of Canada Currently, Dr. Alrowaily is working at Mawi Surgical Center and Family Medicine and Internal Medicine at Clemenceau Medical Center, Dubai.

Dr. Karabucak is Professor of Endodontics-Clinician Educator, Director of the Postdoctoral Endodontics Program and Chair of Department of Endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine. After earning his dental degree from Istanbul University School of Dental Medicine in 1993, Dr. Karabucak completed his endodontic postgraduate training at the Department of Endodontics at Penn, where he also received his Master’s in Oral Biology in 1998. He later earned his DMD degree from Penn Dental Medicine in 2002. Dr. Karabucak lectures at national and international conferences, has published in peer-reviewed journals. He serves on the editorial advisory board of several international peer-reviewed dental journals. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. Dr. Karabucak has been the attending endodontist at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia since 2005.

Dr. Fahd Alsalleeh earned his BDS Degree from King Saud University, College of Dentistry, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He obtained his M.S Oral Biology, Endodontic Certificate and PhD in Oral Biology at the University of Nebraska, Medical Center, College of Dentistry, Lincoln, Nebraska, USA. From 2003 up to the present, Dr. Alsalleeh has 22 publications in ISI and peer-reviewed journals; focus on Oral biology, Immune response and clinical endodontics. Currently, Dr. Alsalleeh is an Associate Professor and Endodontist Consultant at King Saud University, College of Dentistry. He also serves as the Director of Endodontic Postgraduate Program and the Chair, Scientific Council Saudi Board of Endodontic.

Dr. Prashant Bhasin finished his post-graduate from the Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics of Rajiv Gandhi University. He is successfully practicing as a single sitting Endodontist and Esthetic Dentistry expert in New Delhi. He is recognized as a well-known speaker at various national and international conferences and seminars. He has contributed many award winning articles on his field across multiple platforms. He also holds an international certification on Engine driven Endodontics by Essential Dental Seminars at HODEC, New Jersey. Dr. Prashant Bhasin’s Dental and Implant Centre is the first and only authorized training center in micro dentistry in New Delhi.

Dr. Karabucak is Professor of Endodontics-Clinician Educator, Director of the Postdoctoral Endodontics Program and Chair of Department of Endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine. After earning his dental degree from Istanbul University School of Dental Medicine in 1993, Dr. Karabucak completed his endodontic postgraduate training at the Department of Endodontics at Penn, where he also received his Master’s in Oral Biology in 1998. He later earned his DMD degree from Penn Dental Medicine in 2002. Dr. Karabucak lectures at national and international conferences, has published in peer-reviewed journals. He serves on the editorial advisory board of several international peer-reviewed dental journals. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. Dr. Karabucak has been the attending endodontist at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia since 2005.

• Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics • Advanced Specialty Certificate In Endodontics • Master of Science in Dental Research • Fellowship of the Advanced Education in Esthetic Dentistry Currently, Dr. Bajawi is an Assistant Professor and holding the position of Clinical Director and Deputy Head of the Restorative Dental Science Department at the College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Saudi Arabia.

Dr. Meza is a 2002 graduate of the University of Connecticut, School of Dental Medicine. Prior to dental school, he attended Vanderbilt University where he completed a BA in Psychology. Dr. Meza then received his Certificate in Endodontics from Temple School of Dentistry in 2004. During residency, Dr. Meza conducted research on the Biolase Waterlase. All Tissue Laser to explore the disinfecting capabilities of the laser on bacterially infected roots. His research was published in the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA), July 2007. Dr. Meza has lectured for Biolase in hands-on courses and provided in-office training to endodontists in the USA and Canada.

Dr. Zaid completed his undergraduate dental degree from Ajman University of science and technology and received his degree as a Doctor in Dental surgery. Dr. Zaid practiced as an Oral and Maxillofacial surgery trainee in multiple hospitals in the UAE until he moved to Montreal, Canada, where he completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program at McGill University. Dr. Zaid composed his master’s thesis on a topic related to head and neck oncology titled “In Vitro Effects of bisphosphonates on Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma,” which awarded him an MSc degree from McGill University. During that time, Dr. Zaid became a fellow of the Royal College in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery after completing his Canadian Boards. Dr. Zaid went to Boston Medical center - Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine to complete his clinical head and neck oncology and microvascular reconstruction fellowship. Currently, he is the Chief of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dentistry at Our Lady of The Lake Regional Medical center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

• Associate Professor and Consultant • Maxillofacial Oncology and Microvascular Surgeon • Chairman, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Department, College of Dentistry, King Saud University • Day Surgery and OR Manager, Dental University Hospital • Supervisor, Business Center, Dental University Hospital

Dr. Yasir Alturkistany earned Saudi Board in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in 2014 and he completed Microvascular Reconstruction Fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States in 2017. He earned Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management from Alfaisal University in 2021. Currently, Dr. Alturkistany is a Consultant in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at King Fahad Medical City in Riyadh and Chair of Scientific Council, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Specialty.

Dr. Sadesh Kumar studied at the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh, Scotland where he earned hi MFDS. His passion for oral surgery and implantology prompted him to further his training at Louisiana State University where he completed a fellowship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Afterwards, he attended Nova Southeastern University’s College of Dental Medicine where he earned his DMD degree. Dr. Kumar’s desire to provide the highest quality of care and treatment for his patients motivated him to continue his education at the world renowned Misch International Implant Institute. Through the intensive program, he attained the highest honor of Diplomat and Surgical Fellow at the International Congress of Oral Implantology.

Dr. Maher Hajjaj earned his Bachelor of Dental Medicine and Surgery from Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University. He obtained his Postgraduate Certificate in Prosthodontics and Master of Science in Dentistry in Dental Biomaterials from Indiana University, USA. He earned his Doctor of Science in Prosthodontics (2015) and Certificate of Graduate Studies in Digital Dentistry (2016) from Boston University. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, in Prosthodontics. Currently, Dr. Hajjaj is an Assistant Professor and Consultant at the Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University. He is also a Certified Examiner for the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.

Dr. Paolo Cariati graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the Magna Graecia University of Catanzaro (Italy) with a final grade of 108/110 in July 2012. He performed his resident training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves of Granada (Spain). He was awarded as best resident of the Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves de Granada and as the best resident of Spanish Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in June 2019. He worked as fellow in Head and Neck Oncological Surgery and Microvascular Reconstruction at the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department of Maryland University Hospital. Dr. Cariati is currently working at Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of Albacete University General Hospital. He is particularly focused on Head and Neck oncology and Microvascular reconstruction and He is the first author of more than 20 scientific papers in head and neck oncology and oncological reconstruction published in international journals. Moreover, he published more than 50 scientific papers in all the fields of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Dr. Arshad Kaleem is a Maxillofacial and Head and Neck Surgeon. He runs a fellowship in Head and Neck Oncologic/Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery at High Desert Oral and Facial Surgery/University Medical Center at El Paso, TX. Dr. Kaleem is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He is also a Fellow of the American Head and Neck Society. Dr. Kaleem’s interests are in the treatment and management of head and neck cancer and reconstructive surgery, correction of dentofacial deformities, facial reconstruction, microneural surgery, maxillofacial trauma, surgical management of obstructive sleep apnea and dental/oral rehabilitation of cancer and trauma patients.

Dr. James C. Melville is an Associate Professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston UT Health and specializes in Oral, Head & Neck Oncology, and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery. He graduated from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in 2005 and completed a General Practice Residency at the University of California San Francisco in 2006. He completed a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery in 2012, followed by fellowships in oral, head, and neck oncology and microvascular reconstructive surgery at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. He was appointed to the UTH OMFS internship director in 2017.

Dr. Velez-Torres received her M.D. degree from the University of Puerto Rico and completed her residency training in anatomic and clinical pathology at the University of Miami/ Jackson Memorial Hospital; followed by two fellowships in Head & Neck Pathology and Cytopathology.

Dr. Tursun finished his dental school in King Saud University and surgical internship at Thomas Jefferson Hospital then obtained Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery certificate at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, following that he completed oral head and neck oncology , Microvascular, microneural surgery , and facial cosmetic surgery fellowships in University of Miami. After that became the fellowship director in Oral Head and Neck Oncology and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery at the university of Miami, and recently moved to Saudi Arabia security forces hospital as the chairman and residency program director for Maxillofacial and reconstructive surgery and part time professor at King Faisal specialist Hospital in the department of otolaryngology, Dr.Tursun has authored multiple chapters and articles, and his major research interests include stem cell roll in facial reconstruction, head and neck oncology and microvascular reconstruction of facial defects and nerve repair in addition to facial cosmetics

Dr. Michael Miloro is the Head of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at UI Health and Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Illinois, College of Medicine. His clinical and research interests include nerve regeneration, bone healing, implantology, TMJ disease, and orthognathic surgery. Dr. Miloro is a Diplomate and past Examiner of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, a Faculty Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

- Bachelor of Dental Science (BDS), King Saud University - Saudi Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Orthognathic and Facial Plastic Surgery Fellowship, KU of Leuven, Belgium - Consultant of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, King Abdulaziz Medical City, National Guard, Riyadh - Master Clinical Trainer, Dynamic Navigation Society (DNS) for Dental implants - Head of Digital transformation unit in dentistry, King Abdulaziz medical city

Dr. Nadershah is a double-qualified Associate Professor and Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, practicing the full scope of the specialty at King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. One of the most prominent surgeons of Saudi Arabia, whom has published multiple papers, and contributed to medical texts. He served as the Residency Director at KAU, and Head of the Scientific Committee of the Saudi Society of OMS. Dr. Nadershah graduated with a Dental degree from King Abdulaziz University, a medical degree from Louisiana State University (Shreveport, LA) as well as a Master’s degree in Bio-imaging from Boston University. He completed his surgical residency training at Boston University, and then furthered his education with a fellowship in Maxillofacial oncology and microvascular surgery. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of OMS. His area of interests include Orthognathic surgery and free flap reconstruction.

Dr. Markiewicz is Professor and Chair of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Buffalo, and adjunct Professor in the Departments of Neurosurgery and Surgery at the Jacob’s School of Medicine and Biomedical Science. He is an attending Head and Neck and Reconstructive Surgeon and Roswell Park Cancer Center, and is Co-director of the Cleft and Craniofacial Team, at the Craniofacial Center of Western New York. Dr. Markiewicz earned his Dental Degree at the University at Buffalo, and Medical Degree at Oregon Health and Science University where he also completed his General Surgery and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery training. He obtained a Master’s of Public Health from Harvard University with a concentration in Biostatistics and Epidemiology, and completed a Fellowship in Clinical Investigation at The Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston Massachusetts. Dr. Markiewicz completed a fellowship in Pediatric Cleft and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, at the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, in Orlando Florida. Dr. Markiewicz’s clinical and research interests are dedicated to the management of Cleft and Craniofacial anomalies in Children and Adults, the treatment of Head and Neck Cancer, and the reconstruction of Congenital and Acquired Defects in Children and Adults.

Dr. Johnson received her doctorate from University of Tennessee with honors before completing her pediatric dentistry residency and post-doctoral master’s at the University of North Carolina. She serves as adjunct faculty at the University of North Carolina. She has been inducted into the International College of Dentists and served as the President of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Johnson has been in full-time private practice, using conventional treatment, conscious sedation, and general anesthesia, and is experienced in all aspects of clinical pediatric dentistry. She has completed multiple Ironman races with her husband, and they enjoy traveling with their children.

Dr. Elias Berdouses received his Dental and PhD degrees from the University of Athens, Dental School and his Certificate in Paediatric Dentistry and Masters from Rutgers University, USA. Currently, he is an Associate Professor at the Ajman University. He has also worked at the Athens, Dental School and the European University College in Dubai. He has participated in two European research projects funded by EU and in two national pathfinder studies for oral health status of Greek population. Dr. Berdouses has served as Secretary and Vice-President of the Hellenic Society of Paediatric Dentistry and as Secretary, President Elect and President of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry. Currently he is Past President of the EAPD.

Dr. Zain Hafiz is an experienced Consultant in Pediatric Dentistry. She obtained her BDS Degree in 2007 and the Master’s Degree in Pediatric Dentistry in 2012. Currently, Dr. Hafiz is an Assistant Professor at the College of Dentistry, King Saud University. She is also the Course Director for postgraduate and undergraduate courses in Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Hafiz has done multiple researches in the specialty including preventive dentistry, pulp therapy in primary teeth and dental materials. She contributed in schools’ campaigns to educate children about the importance of oral health as a part of community service.

Dr. Hasan Jamal is a Paediatric Dentist who received his Clinical Doctorate from University College London and is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Before that, he received his first master’s degree in Regenerative Dentistry from Kings College London and his second master’s degree in Biomaterials from Queen Mary University. He published several studies in prestigious journals and has been a keynote speaker at national and international conferences. Regarding Sustainability in Healthcare, he has conducted several projects with pioneers in the field which created a positive impact on an international level. He has recently been invited by the World Dental Federation FDI in Geneva to speak and discuss the Sustainable Dentistry Project with the Sustainability in Dentistry Task Team

Dr. Ali Assiry has graduated from King Khaled University in the year 2011. Dr. Assiry completed specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry and has Saudi Specialty Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry in 2017. He is currently working as Associate Professor, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dentistry University of Najran. He has written numerous peer reviewed articles on dental field and published more than 50 papers in reputed journals and has been serving as an editorial board member of reputed journals. Dr. Assiry dental career expands over 10 years and includes the roles of dentist, speaker, educator, clinical instructor and pediatric dentist consultant. Dr. Assiry is passionate about treatment of special needs children

General Manager, Pedodontist, Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Ajaji Dental Polyclinics Company and Dr. Sulaiman Al-Habib Medical Group, Dental Department

Dr. Lamya Mahmood is a Bahraini entrepreneur, investor and businesswoman. She is a pioneer in the field of laser dentistry in the GCC, CEO and owner to 3 dental centers, Founder and Managing Director of Medline Medical Equipment and Medline Dental Laboratories in Bahrain. Dr. Lamya’s investments expand globally, as she is also the Founder and Owner of Dr. Lamya’s LLC; a properties management and investments company in USA. Dr. Lamya is the Vice President of the Health Committee in Chamber of Commerce Bahrain, Member of The Development and Training Committee at Bahrain Supreme Council of Health, Board Member of Bahrain Entrepreneurship Organization and a Founding member of The Bahrain Dental Society.

Prof. Stavros Kiliaridis graduated from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. He completed his specialist education in Orthodontics at University of Göteborg, Sweden, where he also received his PhD and worked as Associate Professor. In 1999 he was appointed Professor and Director of the Department of Orthodontics, University of Geneva, while he also served as Professor and Chairman of Orthodontics at the University of Athens, Greece. Since 2020 he is Adjunct Professor at the University of Bern and in 2021 he was nominated Professor Emeritus at the University of Geneva. Prof. Kiliaridis has authored or co-authored over 250 research papers and several book chapters and is a reviewer for many international scientific journals. He received the Sheldon Friel Memorial Lecture 2015 and the Distinguished Teacher Award 2022 by the European Orthodontic Society. The scientific work performed by his students under his supervision has been internationally awarded on numerous occasions. He is also a member of the Angle Society of Europe.

Dr. Nabeel Talic is a full time Professor and Consultant Orthodontist at the College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Prof. Talic obtained his Bachelor Degree in Dentistry (BDS) from king Saud University in 1995, a Master Degree in Oral Sciences and Orthodontic Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics from the University of Illinois at Chicago, USA in 2000 and 2001, respectively. Prof. Talic earned a PhD in Anatomy and Cell Biology from the College of Medicine, University of Illinois at Chicago in 2004. Prof. Talic is a fellow of the International College of Dentists since 2009. Prof. Talic is a Scientific reviewer in a number of journals such as the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Angle Orthodontist, Saudi Dental Journal and others. Prof. Talic has numerous publications in refereed journals such as the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Australian Orthodontic Journal, and the Saudi Dental Journal.

Dr. Suliman Shahin graduated top of his class with honors from King Abdulaziz University College of Dentistry. He later earned his Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) and Doctorate of Science Degree (DScD) in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, USA. Later on, Dr. Shahin earned a Fellowship in Surgical and Craniofacial Orthodontics from Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, USA. Dr. Shahin is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada in orthodontics and a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. He is actively involved in lecturing nationally and internationally on clear aligners. Dr. Shahin is a diamond II Invisalign provider and the first Invisalign speaker from the Middle East and he maintains a practice exclusively dedicated to clear aligner therapy using Invisalign. He is Vice Dean for Studies, Development and Community Service and Assistant Professor of Orthodontics at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University College of Dentistry. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Orthodontic Society. His research interests are in clear aligner therapy and CBCT superimposition.

Prof. Stavros Kiliaridis graduated from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. He completed his specialist education in Orthodontics at University of Göteborg, Sweden, where he also received his PhD and worked as Associate Professor. In 1999 he was appointed Professor and Director of the Department of Orthodontics, University of Geneva, while he also served as Professor and Chairman of Orthodontics at the University of Athens, Greece. Since 2020 he is Adjunct Professor at the University of Bern and in 2021 he was nominated Professor Emeritus at the University of Geneva. Prof. Kiliaridis has authored or co-authored over 250 research papers and several book chapters and is a reviewer for many international scientific journals. He received the Sheldon Friel Memorial Lecture 2015 and the Distinguished Teacher Award 2022 by the European Orthodontic Society. The scientific work performed by his students under his supervision has been internationally awarded on numerous occasions. He is also a member of the Angle Society of Europe.

Dr. Osama Basri graduated with honors from King Abdulaziz University College of Dentistry earning him a BDS. He earned his Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics and a Master in Education and Leadership Degree (M.Ed ) from Jacksonville University Florida, USA. Later on, Dr. Basri earned a Fellowship in Surgical and Craniofacial and Special Care Orthodontics from the University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine, Department of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Basri is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada in Orthodontics. Currently, Dr. Basri is the Head of the Cleft and Craniofacial Center and a Consultant in Orthodontics at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center- Jeddah. He is also a Member of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Orthodontic Society