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Dr. Liaw completed his orthodontic training at National Taiwan University Hospital in 1994 and received his master degree at Chang Gung University. He is now in private practice since 2002 after 8 years of visiting staff at Shin Kong Memorial Hospital. He keeps on part-time teaching at National Taiwan University. He served as the President of the Taiwan Association of Orthodontists in 2013 & 2014, and Chair of the Taiwan Board of Orthodontics in 2015 & 2016. His main interest is the pursuit of Orthodontic excellence through interdisciplinary treatment and the use of TADs.

Dr. Bouzid earned his doctorate of dental medecine from Constantine University in 2007 and completed his residency in orthodontics and obtained his master degree in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics from Wuhan University, China. He is an Algerian board certified Orthodontist and the owner of his private practice in Constantine, Algeria. His areas of interest include TADs, smile design, and dental photography.

Dr. Vergara earned her Dental Degree from Universidad Metropolitana in Barranquilla and completed her Orthodontic training at C.I.E.O. University in Bogotá, Colombi. She is a Clinical Professor and coordinates the Orthodontic Research Department at Universidad de Cartagena, Colombia. Dr. Vergara pursued further studies in Orthodontics at Kanagawa Dental College, Japan, and is a Guest Professor at the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil, as well as other institutions across the Americas.

Dr. Wu holds a D.D.S. and Ph.D. from National Yang-Ming Chiao-Tung University. She is an adjunct assistant professor at the School of Dentistry in NYCU and serves as the chair of the Orthodontic section at Taipei Veterans General Hospital. She was a visiting scholar in Germeany in 2011, 2012 and 2014. Also, she is an active academia member in TAO and WIOC. Her field of interest includes orthodontics and pediatric dentistry.

Dr. Arango graduated and completed orthodontic training at UniCIEO University. Currently, she is an associate clinical professor in orthodontic department at UniCIEO University as well as an invited professor of orthodontics at CTOR University in New York. She maintains a private practice in Bogota, Colombia. She has carried out clinical and scientific research in the area of skeletal anchorages and biomechanics and published a book, several papers and book chapters in the field of anatomy and biomechanics. She is the designer and Academic director of the Skeletal Anchorage International Certification and for the Latin American Biomechanics courses in Bogota, Colombia. Active member of WFO, ALADO, Colombian Society of Orthodontics and currently the president of BIOMEDE.

Dr. Sarver received his DMD from UAB and M.S. in Orthodontics from the University of North Carolina in 1979. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a member of the Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists, and a Fellow in the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He has been honored by the American Association of Orthodontists to present the Salzmann, Mershon, and Edward H. Angle lectures to the Annual meetings. He is co-author of the surgical text “Contemporary Treatment of Dentofacial Deformity”, and is co-author of Proffit’s classic textbook “Contemporary Orthodontics”. He recently published his text “Dentofacial Esthetics-From Macro to Micro”. He has published more than 80 scientific articles and 20 book chapters. He has given more than 400 professional presentations in the United States, Europe, Australia and the Middle and Far East and has been featured on several national television programs including the “The Today Show”. He was named recipient of the Blair Award from the AAOF in 2022 and a Legend in Orthodontics by the Southern Association of Orthodontists in 2023.

Dr. Ellouze earned his DDS from the Faculty of Monastir and completed his postgraduate certification in Orthodontics at the University of Bordeaux, France and has been post-graduated in Lingual Orthodontics at the University of Paris V. He contributes as a visiting professor in the master in lingual Orthodontics at the University Of Valencia and Oviedo (Spain), and is an associate Professor in the department of orthodontics at the University of Bordeaux 2. He runs a private practice in Tunis, specializing in advanced orthodontic technologies, including self-ligation, lingual orthodontics, clear aligners and skeletal anchorage systems. He, also, uses some cutting-edge technologies such as CT SCAN, intra oral scan, 3D printing, and other digital imaging to produce aesthetic and efficient customized solutions for his patients. Dr. Ellouze has written several articles, and recently published a book titled: Mini-Implants: Orthodontics for the future.

Dr. Tai is a Clinical Assistant Professor in Orthodontics at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada, as well as Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of the Pacific, San Francisco, USA. She is a Diplomat of the American Board of Orthodontics, member of the North American Advisory Board, as well as Align Tech Global faculty. She is an Invisalign Diamond Plus Provider with over 4,500 treated cases. Dr. Tai is the author of the textbook “Clear Aligner Technique”. She has authored a chapter on Clear Aligner Treatment in the 7th edition of Graber's Orthodontics. Dr Tai frequently tests new innovations in aligners.

Dr. Nanda is Professor Emeritus and former UConn Alumni Endowed Chair and Head of the Department of Craniofacial Sciences and Division of Orthodontics at the University of Connecticut, Farmington, Connecticut, USA. He is also an Adjunct Professor at The Forsyth Institute, Cambridge, MA, USA. He is recognized as a Fellow of the World Federation of Orthodontics and has received numerous awards and honorary memberships from international orthodontic organizations. He has authored and co-authored eight text books, authored over 250 scientific papers and served as Editor-in-Chief of Progress in Orthodontics and an associate editor of Journal of Clinical Orthodontics. Dr. Nanda has been active in orthodontic research in the area of biomechanics, clinical trials and acceleration of orthodontic treatment.

Dr. Kenji Ojima earned his D.D.S. from the University of Showa in Tokyo, Japan, where he also completed his postgraduate training in Orthodontics. He also earned an MDSc from the University of Innsbruck in Austria. He is currently an Adjunct Professor at the University of Torino's Orthodontics Department in Italy and serves as the President of the Japan Academy of Aligner Orthodontics. Dr. Ojima is the Editor of the Journal of Aligner Orthodontics, published by Quintessence, and he has previously been a clinical speaker and faculty member for Invisalign. Renowned for his expertise in aligner treatments.

Dr. Moon completed his DMD at Harvard and postgraduate speciality in Orthodontics at UCLA. He is Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, he is the Founder/CEO of the Moon Principles Institute (“the MoonLab”) and a Co-founder/Chief Innovations Officer of BioTech Innovations. Dr. Moon is currently a Professor in the Department of Orthodontics at Ajou University School of Medicine and Adjunct Professor, The Forsyth Institute. His current focus has been establishing protocols for orthopedic corrections with MI, improving the airway for patients with nasal obstruction, creating virtual patients utilizing image analysis and FEM, and developing a novel Moon Aligner System.

Dr. Mompell completed his dental studies at Universidad Rey Juan Carlos and furthered his orthodontic training at the Jiménez Díaz Foundation University Hospital in MadridM, Spain. He also earned a Master's in clinical research from Universidad Rey Juan Carlos in Madrid, Spain and pursued an international doctorate at UCLA. Currently, he practices orthodontics in Madrid and is involved in research focused on facial expansion using mini-implants. Dr. Mompell serves as an advisory professor at Ajou University and other institutions, and he regularly presents his work at international conferences.

Dr. Darendeliler received his dentistry training from the University of Istanbul and his PhD from the University of Gazi, in Turkey and his first specialist training in orthodontics from the University of Geneva, Switzerland and his second specialist training from the High Education Council, Turkey. Dr. Darendeliler is Professor and Chair of Orthodontic, Discipline of Orthodontics, at the University of Sydney and Head of Department, Orthodontics, Sydney Dental Hospital, Sydney South West Area Health Service. His research interests include orthodontic tooth movement, root resorption, obstructive sleep apnoea, temporary anchorage devices, sequential aligners, self-ligating brackets, orthopaedic treatment modalities, accelerated tooth movement, magnetic fields and forces and dentofacial orthopedics.

Dr. Wilmes completed his postgraduate training in oral surgery at the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Muenster, Germany followed by a postgraduate degree in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at the University of Duesseldorf, Germany. He is appointed as a Professor at the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Duesseldorf. Dr. Wilmes serves as an Editorial Board Member for various international journals and holds active membership in the Angle Society. Dr. Wilmes specializes in digital orthodontics and is particularly interested in exploring new CAD/CAM technologies for non-compliant and invisible orthodontic treatment strategies, such as Temporary Anchorage Devices, lingual braces and aligners. Dr. Wilmes is a prolific author with over 200 published articles and textbook chapters to his name. He has contributed significantly to the field with his invention of various innovative treatment modalities, including mini-implant borne expansion, Hybrid Hyrax, Mesialslider, Beneslider, and the Benefit mini-implant system.

Dr. Chung received her DDS from Yonsei University and her Orthodontic training and PhD at Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Tokyo, Japan. She is a Professor at the Department of Orthodontics, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea. She was a visiting scholar at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her clinical and research interests include the clinical application of TADs, digital orthodontics and interdisciplinary treatment for adults.

Dr. Pinter began her dental studies at the University of Würzburg, compeleted her degree from University of Vienna. She currently practices in both Vienna and Wels, Austria, specializing in esthetic treatments with aligners where she applies cutting-edge techniques to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Dr. Pinter serves as an Adjunct Professor at Nova Southeastern University and as a course director of the Fellowship in Aligner Orthodontics at Ripeglobal. She is an active member of the European Orthodontic Society and the European Aligner Society. Her contributions to the field have earned her international recognition, including the prestigious Award for Best Aligner Case at the European Aligner Society Congress in 2024.

Dr. Lupini completed her DMD at University of L'Aquila, Italy. She is a specialist in Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry. She earned a certification for the use of the Invisalign invisible braces treatment method and completed an advanced course in Lingual Orthodontics at the school of specialization in Orthodontics of the University of Ferrara, Italy. Dr. Lupini is a member of European Board of Orthodontists and Italian Board of Orthodontists. She is an adjunct Professor at University of Trieste, Italy.

Dr. Liou graduated and received his DDS from College of Dentistry, Taipei Medical University and then completed his MS at University of Illinois, Chicago. He is an associate professor in the Graduate institute of Dental and Craniofacial Science of Chang Gung University & DentWay International Dental Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan. He currently is the Editor in Chief of the APOS Trends in Orthodontics, ECM of the World Federation of Orthodontists, and the IPP of Asian Pacific Orthodontic Society. Dr. Liou main clinical and research interests are in TADs, orthodontic tooth movement, surgical and non-surgical innovative approaches for canting, facial asymmetry, class III malocclusion in growing or non-growing patients and treatment for cleft lip and palate and craniofacial anomalies.

Dr. Canova graduated and earned his dental degree from University of Parma. He postgraduate d in Orthodontics and he is a Diplomat at Italian and European Board of Orthodontics. Dr. Canova currently is an Adjunct Professor at University of Brescia, Italy. He is an active member in the Italian Society of Orthodontics and Italian Academy of Orthodontics.

Dr. Lee received his dental and orthodontic education at Yonsei university, Seoul, Korea then completed his Master and PhD degrees from the same school. Dr. Lee is the director of the Smileagain Orthodontic Center in Seoul, Korea. He is a visiting scholar in the department of Orthodontics, school of dentistry of North Carolina, USA and University of California, USA. He is also a Clinical Professor in the Department of Orthodontics, Yonsei University and Samsung Medical Center.

Dr. Lim received his DDS from Yonsei University School of Dentistry, followed by postgraduate orthodontic training, MS and PhD from the same university. Dr. Lim have been practicing at a private orthodontic clinic in Seoul for 25 years and holds the position of clinical professor in several university orthodontic departments. His specific area of interest in treatment includes bimaxillary protrusion, gummy smile correction, lingual orthodontics, and non-surgical skeletal malocclusion orthodontic treatment.

Dr. Carlos earned his MD and DDS degrees from the University of Santiago de Compostela and completed his postgraduate training in Orthodontics at the University of Valencia. He holds a Ph.D. in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Santiago de Compostela. Dr. Carlos is a renowned orthodontist, serving as Professor of Orthodontics at the University of Santiago de Compostela and a visiting Professor at University of Valencia (Madrid) and Ferrara University (Italia). He is a member at the Spanish Board of Orthodontics, European Board of Orthodontics, Ibero American Board of Orthodontics and Active Member of The Angle Society of Europe. He served as the Past President of the examination committee of the Spanish Board, President of Spanish Society of Orthodontist, President of national commission of dental specialities. Past President of the Spanish Association of Specialists in Orthodontists and Past President of the Scientific Committee of SEDO. Dr. Carlos is the developer of the Power Expander and Power TADS systems and Co Developer of Full Smile System. He has lectured extensively around the world on orthodontic innovations.

Dr. Sugawara graduated from Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan. He is currently a Director of the department of IDT (Interdisciplinary Dentofacial Therapy) at the Sendai Aoba Clinic, Sendai, Japan, and a Visiting Clinical Professor at the Division of Orthodontics, School of Dental Medicine, University of Connecticut, Farmington, USA. He is an active member of the Edward H. Angle Society. The Skeletal Anchorage System (SAS) utilizing the titanium miniplates as temporary anchorage devices and Sendai Surgery First are recent key interests and he has given many lectures on these subjects in the United States, Europe, South America, Australia, Middle East and Asia.

Dr. Lee earned his DDS and PhD from Yonsei University College of Dentistry in Seoul, Korea. He is currently a professor at Yonsei University also an adjunct professor at University of Pennsylvania and Temple University, Philadelphia. He has contributed extensively to orthodontic research and lectures internationally on biomechanics and innovative orthodontic treatments. His fields in research include clinical biomechanics regarding TADs application and the suture biology in normal growth and in FGFR2-related congenital deformity.

Dr. Chang earned his DDS degree from the School of Dentistry at National Taiwan University, followed by a Certificate of Orthodontics and MS degree from the Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry at National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan. Dr. Chang is currently an Associate Editor of APOS Trends in Orthodontics and has held various leadership roles within the Taiwan Association of Orthodontists, including Chairman of the Education Committee and Chairman of the Academic Committee. He had a private practice in Hsinchu, Taiwan. His research interests encompass biomechanics, TADs application, interdisciplinary treatment, aesthetic dentistry, and digital orthodontics.

Dr. Al Husini earned his bachelor’s degree in dental surgery from the University of Science & Technology and completed a University Certificate in Dento-Maxillo-Facial Orthopedics at Bourgogne University, France . He also holds a master’s degree in Orthodontics from Bordeaux, France and Certificate in Orthodontics from Victor Segalan Bordeaux II University, alongside a University Certificate in Lingual Orthodontics from Paris Rene Descartes University. Dr. Al Husini Renowned for his expertise in Digital Orthodontics, he is a pioneer in cutting-edge orthodontic systems, particularly in clear aligners.

Dr. Vaid is the President of the World Federation of Orthodontists and Editor-in-Chief of Seminars in Orthodontics. He is a Professor and Vice-Dean of the European University College in Dubai and an Adjunct Professor at Saveetha Dental College in Chennai, India. He operates private practices in Dubai-UAE and Mumbai-India. Dr. Vaid has extensively published and edited journals, including Seminars in Orthodontics on five occasions, and served as Editor-in-Chief of APOS Trends in Orthodontics from 2010 to 2020, now holding the position of EIC-Emeritus. His current areas of interest include Evidence-Based Decision Making, technology, aligners, orthodontic treatment effects, and management protocols.

Dr. Al Hayek is a consultant orthodontist with over 25 years of experience in cleft lip, palate, and craniofacial anomalies. She served as the head of the orthodontic division and as the head of the cleft lip and craniofacial anomalies team at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. She has also been an assistant professor at the College of Dentistry in King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences. She is a board member in both teaching and evaluation committees for the Saudi Board of Orthodontics program and is a board member of the World Implant Orthodontic Association since its foundation.

Dr. Graf earned his dental degree from the University of Bern and completed his orthodontic postgraduate program at the University of Basel. He is the founder of Smile AG, a private orthodontic clinic in Belp, Switzerland. As an inventor and pioneer in CAD/CAM technology for 3D-printed orthodontic appliances, Dr. Graf focuses on the virtual planning and direct 3D printing of metal appliances and aligners. He is dedicated to integrating digital workflows into orthodontics and has been lecturing on these advancements globally since 2016.

Dr. Tamimi received her dental degree from King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. She trained at Harvard School of Dental Medicine and earned a doctorate of medical science (DMSc) and certificate of fellowship in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology in 2005. She is board certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (ABOMR) and is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists and the Pierre Fauchard Academy, and an honorary Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (Glasgow). She is a reviewer and an Editorial Board member for Oral Surgery, Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine and Oral Radiology (OOOO), as well as a reviewer for DMFR, Oral Radiology, Head and Neck, Angle Orthodontist and AJO-DO. She is the lead author on two textbooks. She currently runs her oral and maxillofacial radiology private practice in Orlando, Florida.

Dr. Shen is a Professor and Ph.D Supervisor, Wuhan University Dentistry College. He is the Director of Shanghai Tai Kang ByBo Dental Hospital.

Dr. Ajit finished his BDS at Jamanlal Goenka Dental College followed by his MS degree in Orthodontics at Ragas Dental College and Hospital, Chennai. He is a Diplomate of the Indian Board of Orthodontics and is currently serving as the Director of Indian Board of Orthodontics. Dr. Ajit is currently Professor and Chairman of Department of Orthodontics M.A. Rangoonwala College of Dental Sciences and Research Center, Pune India. He has 3 patents to his credit. He is an astute clinician and academician who has keen interest in temporary anchorage devices, micro esthetics and LASERs.

Dr. Zaher obtained his DDS from University of Alexandria followed by his MS degree in Orthodontics. He completed his PhD at University of Iowa, USA. Currently, he is a Professor at theDepartment of Orthodontics at the University of Alexandria and the President of the Egyptian Orthodontic Society. Dr. Zaher is the Past Vice-President of the World Federation of Orthodontists, founding member in the Arab Orthodontic Society, member at the American Association of Orthodontist and European Orthodontic Society. He is a Fellow in the International College of Dentists and Pierre Fauchard Academy. Has more than 50 scientific publications and book chapters in Egyptian and international scientific journals.

Dr. Aboulazm is an Egyptian orthodontist and professor who founded the Orthodontics Department at Pharos University in Alexandria. He holds a B.D.S. from the University of Alexandria, a Master’s in Orthodontics from the same institution, and a PhD in Orthodontics from the University of Menia. Currently, he serves as the head of the Orthodontics Department and holds several leadership positions in orthodontic organizations. He serves as the Africa and Middle East Representative on the executive committee of the World Federation of Orthodontists. He is a Board Member of the Egyptian Orthodontic Society, Secretary General of the Arab Orthodontic Society, Ambassador of the American Association of Orthodontists and a MOIP Ambassador. He has authored numerous publications and is co-author of Passive Self-Ligation from A-Z, published by Quintessence.

Dr. Bouserhal earned his DDS degree from Saint-Joseph University. Followed by a Diploma of specialist in Dentofacial orthopedics from the university of Louvain, Belgium, a Continuing Education Diploma in Orthodontics from the University of Southern-California, a Diploma of Specialist in Lingual Orthodontics from the University of Paris VII and a Diploma in Dental Clinical Research from the University of Toulouse. He was visiting professor at the Universities of Paris VII, Toulouse, Thessaloniki, Monastir and Rabat. Dr. Joseph Bouserhal is a Professor in the Department of Orthodontics at Saint-Joseph University, Lebanon, and maintains a private orthodontic practice in Beirut and Kuwait City. His main interest is vertical dimension control, treatment of asymmetries, adult and interdisciplinary treatment, transverse dimension, mini-implants and 3D cephalometry.

Dr. Kapetanović earned his DDS from K.U. Leuven, Belgium then completed his Orthodontic specialization at Radboud University, Nijmegen, the Netherlands where he also completed his PhD. Dr. Aldin is an orthodontist and research supervisor specialized in Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Expansion (MARPE). His doctoral work led to the development of an enhanced version of the MARPE appliance, known as the Dutch Maxillary Expansion Device. Dr. Kapetanović combines his role as a research supervisor at Radboud University with his clinical work as an orthodontist in private practices in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Dr. Saied finished her DDS in Monastir, Tunisia. Then completed her residency program in Lyon, France. She also holds additional certifications in Medical Imaging and Management and Clinical Efficiency. She completed a Fellowship in Aligner USA and earned a Master in Finishing Pitts 21 in addition to a certificate in Aesthetic Orthodontics and TMJ Management in VISTA. She has been a member of the American Association of Orthodontics and the World Federation of Orthodontics. She served as the communication officer for the Syndicate of Orthodontists in private practice and is a member of the Tunisian Association of Research and Study in Orthodontics.

Dr. Chawshli earned his B.D.S. from Salahaddin University, followed by an M.Sc. in Orthodontics and a Ph.D. in Orthodontics from HMU. He is a Certified Incognito Practitioner and Certified DAMON System Practitioner. He is a Professor of Orthodontics at the College of Dentistry, Hawler Medical University (HMU) and he served as a Vice Dean College of dentistry/HMU. He is a member of editing board of Erbil Dental Journal, Iraqi Dental Association, Iraqi Orthodontic Society, Arab Orthodontic Society, world federation of orthodontists, American Association of Orthodontists, European Orthodontic Society and SIDO. Dr. Chawshli academic interests include the supervision and teaching of advanced orthodontic courses, specifically the Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs), biomechanics, and aligners.

Dr. Gurgel is an Associate Professor at the Department of Speech Therapy, São Paulo State University (UNESP), where he has served for over 20 years. He is the author of the book MARPE: Expanding the Limits of Orthodontics, first published in 2019 and updated with a second edition in 2022, now available in four languages. Dr. Gurgel has published over 90 journal articles, focusing on mini-implants and orthodontic wires through both laboratory and clinical research.

Dr. Contardo graduated from the University of Trieste with a degree in Dentistry and further specialized in Orthodontics and Gnathology at the University of Cagliari. He is currently the Director of the Orthodontic Postgraduate Program at the University of Trieste. He is also an Associate Editor for the journal Progress in Orthodontics. Prof. Contardo teaches in various programs, including Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, Orthodontics, Oral Surgery, and Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Ngan is the Branson-Maddrell Endowed Professor and Chairman of the Department of Orthodontics at West Virginia University School of Dentistry. He holds a dental degree from Harvard University and specialized in Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, and Hospital Dentistry at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Ngan is an Honorary Professor at the University of Hong Kong and a Guest Professor at Wuhan University. He is a member of the Angle East, a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He was inducted as Fellow of the American College of Dentists, Fellow of the International College of Dentists and Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy. He is an Associate Editor and referee for several journals. He has published over 170 research papers and lectures globally on early treatment of dental and skeletal malocclusions. Dr. Ngan's research interest includes growth and development, biology of tooth movement, dentofacial orthopedics, orthodontic appliance therapy, oral implantology, orthodontic bonding systems and adult interdisciplinary treatment.

Dr. Maino has completed his MD, DDS at University of Padua, Italy, followed by post graduate training in Orthodontics at Boston University. He is a visiting Professor in Orthodontics at Ferrara University. Dr. Maino is the president of WIOA (World Implant Orthodontic Association) and a past president of SIDO, ASE, WIOC, AIdOr, ASIO, SITeBi. He is a lecturer in Orthodontics in Italy, Europe, USA, Asia and Australia. He is a Diplomate of European Board of Orthodontics and Diplomate of Italian Board of Orthodontics. He is maintaining a private practice in Orthodontics in Vicenza, Italy.

Dr. Tarraf finished his BDS at Cairo University followed by an orthodontic residency. He completed his MS degree in Orthodontics in Sydney. He recently completed a PhD on the application of skeletal anchorage in maxillary growth modification for growing children. He works in private practice in Chatswood, Sydney and is involved in research and teaching at the University of Sydney. He has a special interest in invisible orthodontic techniques such as lingual orthodontics and Invisalign. He is the past president of the Australian Society of Lingual Orthodontics. He is also the first and only Australian to become a Titular member of the European Society of Lingual Orthodontics and an Active member of the World Society of Lingual Orthodontics. Among his special interests are the use of digital technology in orthodontics, early orthodontics and growth modification treatment.

Dr. Habib obtained his BDS from King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, followed by Certificate of Specialty and PhD from the University of Illinois at Chicago, Master of Health Professional Education, UM, University of Maastricht, Maastricht/Swiss Canal University. Dr. Habib is a professor of Orthodontics at King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He is Editor in Chief of the Journal of Orthodontic Science. Had more than 80 publications.

Dr. Abidine obtained his University degree in Scientific Medical Communication and European Master of Aligners (EUMAA). He is a Specialist in Dento-Facial Orthopedics, FDM Casablanca, Morocco. He had a Private practice at Dental Clinic 2Mars in Casablanca. He is the President of Moroccan Orthodontic Society. Dr. Abidine is a Member of the European College of Orthodontics, World Federation of Orthodontics, American Association of Orthodontics, Candidate Member of Angle Midwest Society. He lectures on various Orthodontic Topics, such as Clear Aligners Therapy, Vertical Dimension management, Missing of Upper Lateral Incisors, Dental Impactions, Smile Esthetics and Facial Asymmetry.

Dr. Al-Moghrabi received her bachelor’s degree in dental surgery from Jordan University of Science and Technology and completed her PhD at Queen Mary University of London, UK. Dr. Dr. Al-Moghrabi is an Associate Professor and consultant orthodontist. She has published numerous peer-reviewed papers on orthodontic retainers, utilizing a variety of methodological approaches, including systematic reviews, clinical trials, qualitative studies, in-vitro studies and case series involving patients in prolonged retention. She has presented her research findings both nationally and internationally and was awarded the Seamus Keating Award by the Orthodontic Society of Ireland in 2019 for her research on orthodontic retention.

Dr. Alkharafi obtained her dental degree from Kuwait University, Faculty of Dentistry. She completed a one-year research program in craniofacial genetics and stem cells at the University of the Pacific, San Francisco, USA. Dr. Alkharafi earned her Master of Science in Dentistry and a Certificate in Orthodontics from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. She had a fellowship in Craniofacial and Special Care Orthodontics from University of California, San Francisco. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and International Certificant of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. She is a part-time faculty at Kuwait University, University of the Pacific, Boston University, and a full-time faculty member at the Kuwaiti Board of Orthodontics. Dr. Alkharafi clinical practice involves interceptive and conventional orthodontic treatment, clear aligner therapy, sleep apnea solutions, and complex treatment for patients with craniofacial differences.

Dr. Alamri holds a Master of Science in Dentistry, a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies, and a Fellowship in Orthodontic Clinical Research from Jacksonville University, USA. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. Currently, Dr. Alamri serves as program director for the Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Fellowship program, consultant orthodontist and assistant professor. Dr. Alamri is an active researcher with numerous publications in orthodontics and public health.

Dr. Sabouni received his DDS degree followed by a Master's in Orthodontics from Paris V University. He furthered his education with a postgraduate Master's in Lingual Orthodontics and another in Orthognathic Surgery. He is an active member of several orthodontics societies, including the French Orthodontic Society, the American Orthodontic Society, and the World Orthodontic Society. He also serves as a board member of the French Aligner Society and the European Align Society. Dr. Sabouni is an assistant professor at the University of Dijon and La Réunion University, and he co-founded the European Master of Aligners program. His research contributions include over 40 peer-reviewed journal articles, along with numerous conference papers and book chapters. As an international speaker for Align Technology and a Diamond Apex Provider, Dr. Sabouni is recognized as a member of the Invisalign Elite Club and was honored with the Align Technology International Research Award in 2015. He currently operates private practices in both the south of France and the UAE.