Speakers

Dr. Stefanie Amend, M. Sc. has been working as a paediatric dentist at the Department of Paediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University Medical Centre Giessen and Marburg, Germany since graduation from university. In 2017, she was awarded the academic degree of a doctor by the Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Germany. In the same year, she graduated as a Master of Science in Paediatric Dentistry at the Justus-Liebig-University Giessen and Philipps-University Marburg, Germany. She is involved in teaching under- and post-graduate students in Paediatric and Operative Dentistry. Her scientific interests are molar incisor hypomineralisation, restorative treatment approaches for primary teeth, adhesive dentistry, and artificial mouth models.

Lecture: Update of guidelines on sealants

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) oral diseases, among them dental caries, are one of the most prevalent noncommunicable diseases globally. As a result, billions of people are in need of dental treatment due to dental caries. Especially the occlusal surfaces of molars are caries prone due to their complex morphology with pits and fissures. Since their introduction in the 1960s, pit and fissure sealants have been used successfully for caries arrest and caries prevention on these tooth surfaces, with different sealant materials having been introduced to the market over the years. The “Update of guidelines on sealants” summarizes the results of an umbrella review on the clinical effectiveness of pit and fissure sealants in primary and permanent teeth of children and adolescents. The results of this review are meant to support the guideline update of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (EAPD) on the use of pit and fissure sealants as micro-invasive treatment strategy for caries management.

 

Prof. Dr. Em. Rita Cauwels graduated in 1980 as a general dentist at the Ghent University, Belgium and obtained in 1997 her MSc in Paediatric Dentistry and Special Care, including narcodontics, traumatology and treatment of medical compromised children. She is author and co-author of several international manuscripts and chapters of books dealing with paediatric dentistry, traumatology and laser therapy. She is an invited speaker at national and international congresses. She obtained her PhD acting on “Treatment improvement of traumatized immature teeth” for which she participated in scientific research at the university of Turku, Finland. She was chair of the department of paediatric dentistry and former dean of the dental school at the Ghent University-Belgium, dept Oral Health Sciences and still involved in the master program of the Ghent dental school, Belgium. She was president of EAPD from 2016–2018.

Lecture: Antibiotics in Paediatric dentistry – So What?

Next to painkillers, dentists are prescribers of antibiotics. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing problem and became a major public health concern. European governments are informing people for the risks. Each year more than 670 000 infections are due to bacteria resistant to antibiotics and approximately 33 000 people die as a direct consequence of bacterial resistance to antibiotics. Not only can harmless infections become serious and even fatal when antibiotic resistance occurs, it is also becoming more difficult and riskier to perform medical interventions that rely on antibiotics, such as surgery and transplants. As paediatric dentists it is our responsibility to protect our patients and take their future into consideration. This lecture will go in detail to the problem and inform how we can contribute to preventing development of resistance. Evidence-based recommendations on the prudent use of antibiotics within the field of paediatric dentistry constitute an essential guideline in this respect.

 

Göran Dahllöf is professor emeritus of pediatric dentistry at the department of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet (KI), Stockholm Sweden. He graduated with a DDS in 1979, PhD in 1986 and received a specialist certificate in pediatric dentistry also in 1986 all from KI. Promoted to associate professor (docent) in 1989 and professor in 1998 and professor emeritus in 2019. He was course director for the undergraduate course in pediatric dentistry from 1987 to 2010. He has worked as a consultant in pediatric dentistry, particularly in hospital based dental care. Research has been focused on clinical aspects of pediatric dentistry with four different areas: 1) prevention of dental caries in preschool children from disadvantaged areas; 2) development of evidence-based methods for treatment of dental phobia. A current project is an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy program for treatment of dental phobia in children; 3) prevention of oral diseases in children with chronic health conditions such as childhood cancer; and 4) qualitative methods in oral health care. Göran Dahllöf has published 168 scientific papers, H-factor of 34 and 3738 citations in WoS.

Lecture: Dental Management of long-term childhood cancer survivors

Antineoplastic treatment aims at destroying cancer cells, while eliminating their local and distant effect. It includes chemotherapy, radiotherapy or combination of different therapeutic modalities of varying intensity, depending on factors related to both the patient and the disease.

Despite its therapeutic effect, antineoplastic treatment, can have a negative effect on healthy tissues as both chemotherapy and radiotherapy lack specificity and cannot differentiate between neoplastic and metabolically active healthy cells.

The effect of cytotoxic agents and radiation in forming cells may develop early in life, and can interfere directly or indirectly with craniofacial growth, causing profound systemic abnormalities. Dental anomalies are among the most common long-term side effects of childhood cancer therapy; they may be considered detrimental, as teeth, unlike other bony structures, do not remodel. They can cause anatomical, functional and aesthetic complications, impacting on the quality of life of both the patients and their care givers. Their incidence and severity depend on factors related to disease and its treatment, such as age at diagnosis, type of chemotherapeutic agents used, and site and dose of radiation if given.

 

Dominique Declerck is full professor at KU Leuven (Belgium) where she is responsible for the undergraduate teaching in preventive & public health dentistry, pediatric dentistry and special care to dental trainees. She coordinates the postgraduate training program in Pediatric dentistry and Special dental care. Within the University Hospitals Leuven, she provides dental treatment to children, patients with disabilities and medically compromised patients, with main focus on preventive aspects.

She is (co)-author of more than 150 peer-reviewed international papers.

She is a member of EAPD since 1994 and served on several committees. She is past-president of the Belgian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (BAPD) and President of EAPD.

Lecture: Antibiotics in Paediatric dentistry – So What?

Next to painkillers, dentists are prescribers of antibiotics. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing problem and became a major public health concern. European governments are informing people for the risks. Each year more than 670 000 infections are due to bacteria resistant to antibiotics and approximately 33 000 people die as a direct consequence of bacterial resistance to antibiotics. Not only can harmless infections become serious and even fatal when antibiotic resistance occurs, it is also becoming more difficult and riskier to perform medical interventions that rely on antibiotics, such as surgery and transplants. As paediatric dentists it is our responsibility to protect our patients and take their future into consideration. This lecture will go in detail to the problem and inform how we can contribute to preventing development of resistance. Evidence-based recommendations on the prudent use of antibiotics within the field of paediatric dentistry constitute an essential guideline in this respect.

 

Prof. Krämer obtained his PhD from the University of Erlangen in 1997. Between 2006 and 2009 he was the head of the Department of Paediatric Dentistry in Dresden. In 2009 he was appointed to the director of the Policlinic of Paediatric Dentistry at the University of Gießen. He was elected in different positions (2000–2004 President of the German Society of Paediatric Dentistry [GSPD], 2010–2012 President of the EAPD, 2015–2019 again President of the GSPD, 2017–2020 member of the Board of Directors of the IAPD. He is in the Editorial Board of several peer-reviewed journals. He has published ca. 200 research papers/books/articles (Research Gate H-index 46).

Lecture: Update of guidelines on sealants

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) oral diseases, among them dental caries, are one of the most prevalent noncommunicable diseases globally. As a result, billions of people are in need of dental treatment due to dental caries. Especially the occlusal surfaces of molars are caries prone due to their complex morphology with pits and fissures. Since their introduction in the 1960s, pit and fissure sealants have been used successfully for caries arrest and caries prevention on these tooth surfaces, with different sealant materials having been introduced to the market over the years. The “Update of guidelines on sealants” summarizes the results of an umbrella review on the clinical effectiveness of pit and fissure sealants in primary and permanent teeth of children and adolescents. The results of this review are meant to support the guideline update of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (EAPD) on the use of pit and fissure sealants as micro-invasive treatment strategy for caries management.

 

Dr. Georgios Tsilingaridis graduated at the Karolinska Institute in 1997. In 2004, he received a specialist certificate in paediatric dentistry at the Eastman Institute in Stockholm, and in 2013 he defended his doctoral dissertation at the Karolinska Institute.

He is currently associate professor, head of the division of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry and vice dean at the department of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet. He is also director of studies for all post-graduate education in the Region of Stockholm.

He is the past-president of the Swedish Society of Pediatric Dentistry and the past-president of the Swedish national group of directors for studies for postgraduate education. He is a board-member of the IADT and works in several committees in the IADT as well as in EAPD.

His research has been focused in three areas: 1) Dental traumatology; 2) prevention of dental caries in preschool children from disadvantaged areas; 3) prevention of oral diseases in children with chronic health conditions and rare disorders.

Georgios Tsilingaridis is the author and co-author of 32 original scientific publications, co-author of Chapters 12, 16 and 17 in the Textbook and Color Atlas of Traumatic Injuries to the Teeth, 5th Edition, and co-author of the recently published IADT trauma guidelines. His H-index is 13 and 751 citations in WoS.

Lecture: Dental Management of long-term childhood cancer survivors

Antineoplastic treatment aims at destroying cancer cells, while eliminating their local and distant effect. It includes chemotherapy, radiotherapy or combination of different therapeutic modalities of varying intensity, depending on factors related to both the patient and the disease.

Despite its therapeutic effect, antineoplastic treatment, can have a negative effect on healthy tissues as both chemotherapy and radiotherapy lack specificity and cannot differentiate between neoplastic and metabolically active healthy cells.

The effect of cytotoxic agents and radiation in forming cells may develop early in life, and can interfere directly or indirectly with craniofacial growth, causing profound systemic abnormalities. Dental anomalies are among the most common long-term side effects of childhood cancer therapy; they may be considered detrimental, as teeth, unlike other bony structures, do not remodel. They can cause anatomical, functional and aesthetic complications, impacting on the quality of life of both the patients and their care givers. Their incidence and severity depend on factors related to disease and its treatment, such as age at diagnosis, type of chemotherapeutic agents used, and site and dose of radiation if given.

 

Professor Ferranti Wong is Professor / Honorary Consultant and head of Paediatric Dentistry at the Barts and The London School SMD, Queen Maty University of London. He is also a council member and chair of SAB (Paed Dent) of FDS, RCSEd, and president elect of EAPD. He was interim Dean and Director of the dental institute and associated dental dean of the London Deanery. He is fully engaged in dental education and speciality training, being course director of DClinDent programme, examiners of MPaedDent and ISFE, and external examiner in other universities for both UG and PG programmes. His research interests include caries prevention, de- and re-mineralisation with novel biomaterials, and clinical management. He has obtained grants for clinical trials from NIHR. Professor Wong’s clinical interests are minor oral surgery, management of MIH, hypodontia, dental trauma and developmental anomalies. He has an international reputation and has been invited as keynote speaker in many conferences.

Lecture: Management of Oral Surgery in children

In this lecture, Professor Wong will present a number of clinical cases on how to manage impacted teeth and autotransplantation. The content will include surgical techniques on exposing and bonding of impacted and unerupted canines, transplantation of premolars and incisors, decoronation and bone preservation.

 

Konstantina Delli is appointed clinical and research staff member and epidemiologist at the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG), Groningen, The Netherlands. Following her training in Oral Medicine and Pathology at the University of Athens, Greece, Dr Delli obtained a Doctoral degree at the School of Dental Medicine, University of Bern, Switzerland and a PhD title at the Department of Oral Diseases and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, UMCG.

Dr Delli has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and given invited lectures and courses in congresses worldwide. She is interested in clinical and translational research in Oral Medicine. Her main research interests are: dry mouth, Sjögren’s syndrome, ultrasonography of the major salivary glands, diseases of the oral mucosa, e-health and scientometrics. Her research on Sjögren’s syndrome was awarded by the Dutch Sjögren’s Association. She is currently serving as Secretary General in the European Association of Oral Medicine (EAOM) and Section Head in the World Workshop on Oral Medicine (WWOM).

Lecture: Oral Pathology

Looking beyond the dentition and periodontal tissues is essential in overall patient assessment. Benign epithelial pathology and oral signs and symptoms of systemic diseases are common pathologies occurring in the pediatric patient, while malignant lesions are rarer. Usually, lesions of the oral mucosa are associated with specific age groups. They can cause pain and discomfort and might have a negative impact on the functional, social and psychological wellbeing of young patients as well as on their families. This lecture will provide an overview of the most common lesions of the oral mucosa encountered in the pediatric patient in everyday practice.

 

Tatjana Dostalova, MD., PhD, DrSc. MBA, Prof Dr med dent., is Head of the Department of Stomatology, 2nd Medical Faculty, Motol University Hospital, Charles University, and Prague, Czech Republic. She received her specialization status in Prosthetic Dentistry in 1992, and since 2010 has also been a Recognized Specialist of the European Prosthodontist Association. She was coordinator of 22 research projects dealing with lasers in dentistry, laser print in dentistry, 3D reconstruction in prosthodontics, and implantology. Professor Dostalova is a member of the Editorial Board and reviewer cooperating with the following journals: Photobiomodulation, Photomedicine, Laser Surgery; Quintessenz Czech Republic, and the Czech Dental Journal. The Web of Science Core Collection lists 149 of her results and over one thousand citations.

Lecture: Ectodermal dysplasia: long-term anodontia and hypodontia options – from child removable denture to fixed crowns and implants insertion

Despite the fact that ectodermal dysplasia (ED) is a rare disease, it is often seen in our tertiary clinic. ED affects ectodermal tissues such as skin, hair, teeth, nails, and sweat glands. Patients usually have sparse light hair, deformed nails, and dry skin. They suffer from dental abnormalities such as oligodontia (absence of 6 or more teeth) or complete anodontia; salivation can also be affected. The absence of teeth can be the overriding problem for both patients and their parents, and lead to substantial social ostracization. This study aims to summarize the facts about the disease, especially dental treatment options based on data drawn from a representative Czech cohort. Our study highlights the need for awareness of the early signs of ED in dental and medical genetic practice. The clinical cases are described in detail and demonstrate approaches for different age groups. The ideal dental treatment plan includes interim removable dentures at a young age, orthodontic treatment in children and adolescents, and fixed restoration, including implants at a later date.

With correct dental treatment, normal development of the patient’s jaw, as well as their self-esteem, is markedly improved. Early diagnosis and active cooperation between the geneticists and dentist will facilitate cooperation with parents and patients, and assure secondary prevention in affected families. It is preferable that the geneticist understands dental treatment options and can discuss these with patients/parents.
 

Head of physicians: Dpt. of Stomatology, St. Anne Faculty Hospital, Brno, Czech Republic

Assistant Professor: Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University Brno, Czech Republic

Professional Activities
1992 – now     Employer and subsequently specialist for pedostomatological and orthodontical surgery, St. Anne Faculty Hospital Brno
1994 – now     Assistant Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University
2000 – now     Head of Privat stomatological ambulance, Slovinská 54 Brno
2006 – 2008   Specialist in teeth transplantology research, Academy of Science Brno
2007 – now     Specialist for stomatological surgery, Department of plastic surgery, Cleft center, St. Anne Faculty Hospital Brno
2021 – now     Consultant and garant for pedostomatological program, Faculty Hospital Brno
2021 – now     Member of executive committee, Stomatological chamber, division Brno
2021 – now     Head of physicians, St. Anne Faculty Hospital Brno
2023 – now     Chairperson in auditing board, Pedostomatological society, Czech Republic

Education
1992    MUDr. degree, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University
1994    1st attestation in Stomatology
1995, 1998     Fellowship program in stomatological surgery, University clinic Vienna, Austria
1997    Fellowship program in maxilofacial surgery, University clinic Regensburg, Germany
2001    2nd attestation in Stomatology
2017    CEDH diploma in homeopathic education
2017    Diploma in Biochemical system of dr. Schussler
2019    Diploma in floral therapy Edward Bach
2019    Diploma in module of pediatric homeopathy

Lecture: Therapeutical possibilities of impacted canines

Impaction of the canines is one of the common diagnoses we deal within orthodontics and ortodontical surgery. The methods that can be used are exposure, surgical extractions or the method of autotransplantation in indicated cases. The exposition of the canines is the most frequently used and the most physiological. The method of autotransplantation can be used in the situation of anomaly placed impacted canines where is not possible to do successfully exposure to subsequent inclusion in the dental arch. The surgical extraction we use when the canine is in very bad position when the other methods are not possible to do.

The method of autotransplantation of the impacted canines using biomodel in indicated cases we have been using for 20 years with excellent results.

The biomodel is created based on the parameters obtained from CT analysis, is made of sterilizable resin and he helps us to create an artificial dental socket without damage of periodontal ligaments of the autotransplant.

This method significantly reduces the risk of complications, especially ankylosis. In the case of unfinished development of the root of the transplanted tooth, its endodontic treatment is even not necessary.

Very important in this method is to choose with the orthodontist an indicated case, cooperative patient and his parents, then pre- and post-orthodontical treatment and an excellent surgery.

Authors on many occasions show indications and contraindications of various method s and results within the period of 20 years.

 

Prof. dr. em. Luc C. Martens, DDS, MSc, PhD (UGent, Belgium) is emeritus senior professor at the dept. of Paediatric Dentistry and Special Care at the university of Ghent-Belgium and former director of the Masters programme in Paediatric Dentistry and Special care dentistry. Prof Martens is founder and past-president of the Belgian and the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry. He promoted 12 pHD thesisses and authored/co-authored ca 275 publications of which 130 international papers. Prof Martens is editorial board member of the European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry and reviewer for several international journals. Furthermore he was a wellknown national and international lecturer. He organised the 3rd European congress of paediatric dentistry (1996) and the 4th European Laser conference in Belgium. Prof Martens founded the centre of Special care dentistry at Ghent. In his capacity of past-president of the International Association of disability and Oral health (iADH), Prof Martens organised the 20th IADH congress in Ghent, Belgium-2010; During his entire career of 42 years and until today he worked on a regular basis in the Operating room.

Lecture: Applying General anesthesia during dental treatment: the Belgian situation

General anesthesia (GA) is the last resort within the dental treatment continuum if a dentist is not able to perform proper treatment. From all restorative treatments in Belgium (on an annual basis), only 1% is performed under GA. On the other hand the demand is increasing all over the country and waiting lists run up until 4-6 months. In university hospitals the number of treatment runs up until +1000/year. As a result of poorly regulated remuneration of anesthesiologists, hospitals are sometimes reluctant to allow these kinds of treatments or they restrict working time or charge supplements. Although the fact that there are no guidelines at all nor for indications, neither for dental setting in the operating room or trained personal etc., the majority of practitioners are well-trained paediatric dentists. This lecture will give some more in detail figures on the Belgian situation and the upcoming threats for good GA practice which should remain insured.

 

Responsible and certified professional in field of anaesthesiology and intensive care medicine, currently specializing in paediatric anaesthesiology and intensive care.

Teaching Hospital Motol is the biggest hospital in Czech Republic. I'm working here for more than 5 years, since June 2022 as a specialist doctor in anaesthesiology and intensive care. I spent most of the time taking care of paediatric patients during all kind of surgeries, such as general surgery procedures, orthopaedic surgeries, neurosurgery, cardiosurgery etc. and providing intensive care during their stay on paediatric ICU.

Lecture: Critical situations in pediatric dentistry

Our goal in this presentation is to point out the most critical incidents in the pediatric dental office and how to manage them. These situations can occur unexpectedly and pose significant risks to the children’s health and wellbeing. These incidents can range from mild to severe, including allergic or anaphylactic reactions to local anesthesia, aspiration, seizures and loss of consciousness. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of critical incidents, as well as having the necessary equipment and training to respond promptly, is crucial in preventing further harm and ensuring a positive outcome.

In the event of a critical incident, prompt and appropriate action is essential. Dental staff must assess the situation quickly, ensure the safety of the child, and administer appropriate first aid, including CPR if necessary. The dental staff should also call for emergency medical services immediately to transport the child to a hospital for further care.

To prevent critical incidents from occurring, it is essential to have a well-equipped dental office with a range of emergency supplies, including oxygen, suction, and medication to manage any adverse reactions. Additionally, staff should undergo regular training in basic life support and emergency response protocols.

In summary, critical incidents in the dental office can be challenging and potentially lifethreatening situations, particularly when involving children. Ensuring that dental offices have appropriate equipment and trained staff can prevent these incidents from occurring and can help to minimize their impact if they do. Prompt recognition and response to critical incidents are essential to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the child.

 

Well-trained, accurate and capable anaesthesia team member with proven medical expertise and solid background effectively handling medications and monitoring patients during procedures. Correctly calculate safe and effective dosages based on numerous factors. Manage all routine pre- and post-procedure care.

Lecture: Critical situations in pediatric dentistry

Our goal in this presentation is to point out the most critical incidents in the pediatric dental office and how to manage them. These situations can occur unexpectedly and pose significant risks to the children’s health and wellbeing. These incidents can range from mild to severe, including allergic or anaphylactic reactions to local anesthesia, aspiration, seizures and loss of consciousness. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of critical incidents, as well as having the necessary equipment and training to respond promptly, is crucial in preventing further harm and ensuring a positive outcome.

In the event of a critical incident, prompt and appropriate action is essential. Dental staff must assess the situation quickly, ensure the safety of the child, and administer appropriate first aid, including CPR if necessary. The dental staff should also call for emergency medical services immediately to transport the child to a hospital for further care.

To prevent critical incidents from occurring, it is essential to have a well-equipped dental office with a range of emergency supplies, including oxygen, suction, and medication to manage any adverse reactions. Additionally, staff should undergo regular training in basic life support and emergency response protocols.

In summary, critical incidents in the dental office can be challenging and potentially lifethreatening situations, particularly when involving children. Ensuring that dental offices have appropriate equipment and trained staff can prevent these incidents from occurring and can help to minimize their impact if they do. Prompt recognition and response to critical incidents are essential to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the child.