Event Overview
Dental hygienists, mark your calendar for Saturday, June 14th for a special session dedicated to you at the 10th Anniversary International Congress in Sardegna, at the prestigious Forte Village Resort in Sardinia.
In keeping with tradition this session will feature leading experts presenting the latest advancements in minimally invasive techniques, instrumentation, and ozone therapy, all designed to enhance patient comfort and elevate the standard of care.
Program with Key Topics and Speakers
9:00 am – 10:30 am – Translational Approach in Clinical and Home Protocols in the Management of Periodontal and Implant Patients
Speaker: Andrea Butera – Dental hygienist, contract professor in the Dental and Dental Hygiene program at the University of Pavia, Italy PhD, Health Sciences, UCAM University of Murcia, University of Pavia, Director of Teaching Activities of the Degree Course in Dental Hygiene, University of Pavia and Research grant holder, University of Pavia will examine new strategies for managing periodontal and implant patients, covering:
- The gold standard in home and clinical care
- New instruments that significantly reduce bacterial load
- The advantages of the technique aimed at the natural reduction of the bacterial load over time to minimize long-term pharmacological exposure.
10:30 am – 12:00 am – Mini-Invasive Strategies for Treating Peri-Implantitis and Periodontitis
Speaker: Maria Gabriella Grusovin, Swedish-Italian Periodontist and Implant Specialist, former lecturer at the Universities of Manchester, UK and Vita e Salute San Raffaele, Milano, Italy and author of over 80 publications and book chapters.
She will explore:
- The latest minimally invasive treatment techniques
- The role of powders and other instruments
- Pre- and post-surgical care
- The role of the hygienist and the importance of synergistic work with the dentist.
Periodontitis and peri-implantitis are increasingly frequent pathologies in our practices. The aim is to remove the infection but also to allow adequate maintenance of the health conditions around the implant and the tooth and to obtain adequate aesthetics.
12:00 – 12:30 – Coffee Break
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm – One Shot: Surgery by Prevention: The Unique Protocol for the Dental Hygienist and the Dentist Mini-Invasive Strategies for Treating Peri-Implantitis and Periodontitis
Speaker: Giulio Papa – Degree in Dentistry at the University of Bari, Italy,
Degree in Dental Hygiene at the Luigi Vanvitelli School, University of Naples, Italy, Specialist in Minimally Invasive Procedures in Periodontology from the University of Siena, Italy, Master’s Degree in Periodontology and Oral Surgery at the Tech Institute of Mexico City, Mexico and Author of the book “Ozone Therapy Dentistry: Evidence-Based Clinical Protocols” will introduce the “One Shot” protocol for dental hygienists and dentists. He will:
- Explain advancements in dental ozone therapy
- Showcase how new chemical technologies are revolutionizing daily clinical practice
- Demonstrate applications of ozone therapy that were unthinkable just a few years ago
Dental ozone therapy has gained prominence in recent years due to simplified, more predictable application methods. Advancements in chemical technology have made once-unimaginable daily treatments a reality. Notably, topical home ozone therapy now offers effective long-term solutions for conditions like periodontitis and peri-implantitis. If you’re curious about the future of non-invasive dental treatments, this session is not to be missed!
How to Register
- Registration: Dentists can register up to two hygienists at it
- Registration Fees:
- Registered by dentist, AIDI, and SISIO members: €70
- Non-members of AIDI and SISIO : €90
- For accommodations, transfers, and ticketing visit: Reservation AIO Sardegna
Afternoon Session and Closing Ceremony
After the morning session, attendees are invited to the Congress Closing Ceremony in a joint session. Highlights include:
- AIO Academy Session led by AIO Academy President Vincenzo Musella
- Professor Carlo Guastamacchia discussing new developments in ergonomics
- Economist Antonio Pelliccia will share insights into the future of the dental industry
Afternoon participation is free and open to all congress attendees. Don’t miss this memorable event.
See you in Sardegna!
