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Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Governor of Aseer and Chairman of its Development Authority, King Khalid University, represented by the College of Dentistry, successfully concluded the Advanced Saudi Forum for Periodontics and Dental Implants. The forum was organized by the Saudi Society of Periodontology, Periodontal Surgery, and Dental Implantology on September 4-5, 2025, at the Exhibition and Conference Center on the university campus in Al-Fara'a. The event was held under the title, "Digital Transformation in Dental Implantology - The Future of Clinical Practice."
The forum concluded with the participation of 480 attendees, where 15 local and international speakers delivered 16 specialized scientific lectures across 6 scientific sessions, in addition to 2 practical workshops. A concurrent exhibition featured 9 local and international companies, and 60 university volunteers contributed to the organization. The forum served as an advanced scientific platform, showcasing the latest digital advancements in dental implantology, with a focus on enhancing clinical outcomes and improving the patient experience.
Dr. Abdullah Awad Al-Amri, President of the Saudi Society of Periodontology, Periodontal Surgery, and Dental Implantology, expressed his gratitude for the generous patronage and unlimited support from HRH Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, emphasizing that this sponsorship reflects His Highness's commitment to promoting scientific and medical progress in the region. He also thanked King Khalid University, led by its President, Prof. Faleh bin Rajallah Al-Solami, and the Dean of the College of Dentistry, Prof. Mohammed bin Ali Al-Qarni, for their significant support. He also praised the efforts of the university's staff and the organizing committees who contributed to the success of this distinguished scientific event.
From his side, Prof. Mohammed bin Ali Al-Qarni, Dean of the College of Dentistry at King Khalid University, explained that at the conclusion of the forum, participants discussed the key insights from the sessions. They emphasized the importance of adopting digital diagnosis and 3D planning as fundamental standards in clinical practice and advocated for the expanded use of 3D-printed surgical guides and digital restorations (CAD/CAM). They also stressed the need for precise criteria for patient selection in custom solutions for complex cases.
Dr. Al-Qarni added that participants also underscored the necessity of supporting digital innovations in bone grafting to reduce complications and increase success rates. They called for the launch of advanced training programs and workshops to qualify medical professionals and for enhanced patient awareness programs about the benefits and risks of digital treatments.
The scientific sessions on the first day featured specialized lectures discussing the latest developments in digital dental implantology. Dr. Iyad Ghoneim presented specialized solutions for patients with severe maxillary atrophy using zygomatic implants, highlighting challenges like the exposure of basal abutments. He emphasized that this approach is a promising option despite the inability to fully predict its outcomes. Following this, Prof. Hani Tumi reviewed the mechanisms of digital guided implantology across three stages: data collection and analysis, conversion to digital models, and printing the surgical guide, providing practical examples from clinical cases.
Dr. Abdullah Mishni discussed the fundamental value of applying digital dentistry in clinical practice, affirming its role as an indispensable pillar in diagnosis and treatment. Prof. Nabih Al-Qahtani gave a lecture on the role of 3D cone-beam computed tomography in diagnosis and treatment planning, stressing the importance of collaboration between medical specialties to ensure treatment success.
Dr. Adnan Bazerbashi spoke about prosthetic considerations in planning, highlighting that even a slight deviation in implant positions can lead to unsatisfactory results, showcasing the role of 3D printing in enhancing the accuracy of restorations. Dr. Mohammed Al-Qurazi explained that the success of immediate full-arch implant placement requires precise digital planning to reduce surgical time and avoid sensitive areas. Prof. Rosario Briscio concluded the first day with a comprehensive presentation on implant-supported dental restorations, confirming the role of computer-aided design and manufacturing systems in producing stable and accurate restorations.
On the second day, Dr. Hossam Dawwa discussed the importance of implant design profiles for tissue preservation and long-term natural results. Dr. Ion Cojocaru presented a full digital workflow for complete arch rehabilitation, explaining how digital integration helps reduce surgical time and increase safety. Dr. Erik provided a historical review of using autogenous teeth as a treatment option, showing how digitalization has increased success rates compared to traditional methods.
Dr. Ioana Datcu addressed full-arch guided implant placement with immediate restorations, noting that this approach reduces the need for temporary restorations and increases patient comfort. Dr. Alessandro Cucci touched on digital innovations in bone grafting, highlighting their role in improving procedural accuracy and reducing complications. The scientific program concluded with a lecture by Dr. Nasser Al-Asiri, who presented the role of customized implants in maxillofacial surgery, explaining that virtual planning and 3D printing help reduce operation time and achieve more precise results.
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