Next Step Functional Occlusion Symposium 2025 - Copenhagen

Next Step Functional Occlusion Symposium

The Next Step Functional Occlusion Symposium will be a very insightful two-day event where leading experts come together to explore the latest advancements in functional occlusion. From the intersection of aesthetics and function to the transformative role of digital technology, clear aligner strategies with the occlusion in mind, implant occlusion, and a radiographic approach this symposium is designed to provide actionable knowledge for dental professionals navigating the next step in predictable and safe patient care.

Program Friday

9.00-9.30 Welcome by Dr. Ian Buckle and Peter Gerdes, DentaNet

Introduction and Perspectives by Dr. Ian Buckle and Przemek Seweryniak

9.30-15.00 Dr. John Cranham

The Cosmetic-Occlusal Connection for 2025 and beyond : A Digital transformation - Part 1

During this lecture you will learn:

• How function and aesthetics are intimately connected

• How digital is transforming functional and aesthetic dentistry

• The three distinct pathways to integrate digital dentistry into your practice

11.00-11.30 Break + 13.00-14.00 Lunch

15.00-15.30 Break

15.30-17.00 Dr. Salvador Congast

Occlusion, Chewing and Craniomandibular Disorder

During this lecture you will learn:

• The importance of mastication

• Occlusal principles for proper mastication

• The relationship between occlusion and CMD

Networking Dinner Friday Evening

A stunning view of Copenhagen from the Top Floor (25th level) of the Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel will be the framework for our networking dinner with all the speakers and delegates.

Program Saturday

9.00-10.15 Dr. Jesper Hatt

Functional Occlusion as a foundation when doing clear aligners

During this lecture you will learn :

• Thinking Like an Orthodontist: The Foundation of Clear Aligner Success

• Diagnosis and Backward Planning: The Key to Predictable Outcomes

• The GP as the Conductor of Specialists

10.15-10.45 Break

10.45-12.00 Dr. Mats G Philipson and Hector Fernandez Suarez

Implant Occlusion - Design and Maintenance

During this lecture you will learn:

• Why occlusion is different on implants and why failing is the worst headache imaginable

• Designing resilience on implant prosthetics

• How implant overload is spottet early and avoided over time

12.00-13.00 Lunch

13.00-16.30 Dr. Dania Tamimi

Understanding the TMJ and its Relationship to Occlusion and Airway: A Radiographic Exploration

During this lecture you will :

• Become familiar with the radiographic anatomical appearance and diagnosis of the TMJ

  
  

• Understand the degenerative joint disease process and how is can affect facial symmetry and growth

  
  

• Recognize the connection between the TMJ, airway and occlusion and how to identify this radiographically.

14.30-15.00 Break

16.30-17.00 Dr. Ian Buckle: Perspectives, Q+A and Closing Remarks