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The First Scientific Conference on Oral and Dental Surgery – Derna (2026)
The First Scientific Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine and Surgery (Derna 2026) aims to bring together clinicians, academics, and decision-makers to advance oral healthcare in Libya through evidence-based practice, applied research, and effective professional collaboration addressing local needs in Derna and Eastern Libya while aligning with global developments.
Conference Themes
Periodontology
- Biologic regenerative therapies: use of growth factors and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) for periodontal and bone regeneration.
- Periodontal plastic (aesthetic) surgery: techniques for gingival recession coverage and management of the “gummy smile”.
- Management of peri-implant diseases: treatment protocols for peri-implantitis.
Orthodontics
- The digital revolution in orthodontics: 3D planning software and artificial intelligence in diagnosis.
- Clear aligners: biomechanics and the clinical limits of this system.
- Temporary anchorage devices (TADs): use of mini-implants to provide absolute anchorage for complex tooth movements.
- Preventive/interceptive orthodontics: early intervention to guide jaw growth in children.
- Orthodontic management of cleft palate and cleft lip.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Digitally guided surgery: use of surgical guides in complex implant cases.
- Jaw reconstruction: autogenous and alloplastic bone grafting and major surgical interventions.
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders: diagnosis and conservative versus surgical management.
- Major surgeries for the treatment of cancers and cystic diseases.
Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics and Esthetic Dentistry
- Digital dentistry (CAD/CAM): from scanning to chairside fabrication of restorations.
- Tooth whitening and veneers: latest ceramic materials and surface preparation methods.
- Use of the operating microscope in endodontics: precise detection of additional canals and management of separated instruments.
- Bioceramics: advanced materials for canal obturation and repair of perforations.
- Regenerative endodontics: modern techniques to restore vitality in immature teeth.
Prosthodontics
- Implant-supported prostheses: contemporary immediate loading protocols.
- Digital Smile Design (DSD): involving the patient in previewing the final outcome before treatment starts.
- Full mouth reconstruction: management of severe tooth wear cases.
Pediatric Dentistry
- Modern behavior management: psychological and pharmacologic techniques (inhalation sedation) for dental anxiety in children.
- Preformed metal crowns and pediatric zirconia crowns: protecting severely decayed primary teeth.
- Community prevention: fluoride applications and innovative fissure sealant techniques.
Oral Medicine and Radiology
- Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT): its role in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Early detection of oral cancer: periodic screening and a multidisciplinary approach to integrated patient care.
