DS World Dubai returns to the Grand Hyatt Dubai for two days of world‑class education, innovation, and collaboration.
Building on the success of 2026, discover the technologies and workflows shaping the future of dentistry—and gain skills you can apply immediately.
08:00-09:00 Registration / Arrival
09:00-10:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 & 3 | Opening
10:00-11:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 & 3 | Artificial Intelligence (AI) | Dr. Joerd van der Meer
“Artificial Intelligence: Should you invest in it or is it just a bubble?”
11:00-12:30 | Digital Transformation | Dr. Marko Ahonen
“From Analog to Connected: My Journey to a Fully Digital Practice”
12:30-13:30 Lunch + Exhibition
13:30-14:30 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 | Endodontics (Advanced) | Dr. Joerd van der Meer
“New technologies and the future of Endodontics”
13:30-14:30 | Baniyas Ballroom 3 | Implants (Basic) | Prof. Elie Maalouf
“Conventional vs Digital Immediate Single Implant Placement: Selecting the Right Workflow and Implant Designs for Predictable Esthetic and Functional Outcomes”
14:30-15:30 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 | Restoratives (Advanced) | Dr. Marco Martignoni
“New Era of Esthetic Dentistry: Between Art and Digitally Assisted”
14:30-15:30 | Baniyas Ballroom 3 | Imaging | Dr. Ruben Spin-Neto
“Dental-dedicated MRI as a clinical reality: advantages, possible indications, challenges”
15:30-16:00 Coffee Break
16:00-17:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 | Implants (Advanced) | Dr. Sergio Garcia Bellosta
“Mastering Complexity: Advanced Strategies for Implants in the Esthetic Zone”
16:00-17:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 3 | Endodontics (Basic) | Dr. Omar Al Zahrani
“Efficient, Guided Retreatment: Simplifying Complex Endodontic Cases”
17:00-18:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 | CAD/CAM | Prof. Doaa Taha
“The Invisible Data Behind Beautiful Smiles: Does better technology always mean better esthetics?”
17:00-18:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 3 | Restoratives (Basic) | Dr. Haneen Shafik
“Decoding the art of composite”
18:00 End of Day 1
13:30-15:30 | Al Ameera Ballroom 1 | CAD/CAM | Dr. Dani Irani
“Mastering BOPT and VertiPrep: The Art of Biological and Vertical Excellence”
13:30-15:30 | Al Dana Room | Endodontics (Basic) | Dr. Omar Al Zahrani
“Breaking the Complexity: A Smarter Approach to Challenging Endodontics”
13:30-15:30 | Al Maasa Room | Restoratives (Basic) | Dr. Haneen Shafik
“Composite Masterclass: From Beginner to Pro”
13:30-15:30 | Al Ameera Ballroom 2 | Implants (Advanced) | Dr. Sergio Garcia Bellosta
“From Digital Plan to Live Execution: Immediate Anterior Implants & Temporization”
13:30-15:30 | Al Remal Room | LAB | MDT. Yamen Chaaban
“Make the Difference with New Zircon DNA”
13:30-15:30 | Al Ameera Ballroom 3 | Restoratives (Zhermack) | Prof. Motasum Abu-Awwad
“Partial-Coverage Adhesive Restorations: From Preparation to Impression”
15:30-16:00 Coffee Break
16:00-18:00 | Al Ameera Ballroom 1 | CAD/CAM | Dr. Marko Ahonen
“Live digital workflow: scanning, planning and fabrication with Primescan, CEREC and Primeprint”
16:00-18:00 | Al Dana Room | Endodontics (Advanced) | Dr. Joerd van der Meer
“Endodontics Masterclass”
16:00-18:00 | Al Maasa Room | Restoratives (Advanced) | Dr. Marco Martignoni
“The Art of Aesthetic Dentistry in Anterior and Posterior Teeth”
16:00-18:00 | Al Ameera Ballroom 2 | Implants (Basic) | Prof. Elie Maalouf
“Masterclass in Immediate Single Implant Therapy: Conventional and Digital Protocols from 3D Implant Positioning to Immediate Screw-Retained Provisionalization”
16:00-18:00 | Al Remal Room | LAB | MDT. Yamen Chaban
“Choose your level of Aesthetic”
16:00-18:00 | Al Ameera Ballroom 3 | SureSmile | Dr. Talha Mubeen
“Aligner 101: Practice Setup and Basic Biomechanics”
09:00-10:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 | Imaging | Dr. Ruben Spin-Neto
“The current role and expanded potential of CBCT within digital dentistry”
09:00-10:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 3 | Endodontics (Basic) | Dr. Omar Al Zahrani
“When the pulp can be saved: Expanding the Boundaries of Vital Pulp Therapy”
10:00-10:30 Coffee Break
10:30-11:30 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 | CAD/CAM | Dr. Marko Ahonen
“Beyond Digital Adoption: Advanced Workflows for Complex Clinical Cases”
10:30-11:30 | Baniyas Ballroom 3 | Restoratives (Basic) | Dr. Haneen Shafik
“Mastering the Injection Molding Technique for Composite Restorations: From Planning to Final Outcome”
11:30-12:30 | Baniyas Ballroom 3 | Pedodontics | Prof. Motasum Abu-Awwad
“Nature Driven Design: From Veneers to Full Mouth Rehabilitation”
12:30-13:00 Lunch + Exhibition
13:00-14:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 | Endodontics (Advanced) | Dr. Joerd van der Meer
“3D-printing in Endodontics”
13:00-14:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 3 | Implants | Dr. Sergio Garcia Bellosta |
"Anterior Implants: What to Do When Things Go Wrong. Management of Aesthetic Complications"
14:00-15:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 | Restoratives (Advanced) | Dr. Marco Martignoni
“Restoring severely destroyed teeth: principles and practice”
14:00-15:00 | Baniyas Ballroom 3 |Orthodontics | Dr. Talha Mubeen
“Digital Smile Design Through an Orthodontic Lense”
15:00-15:30 Coffee Break
15:30-16:30 | Baniyas Ballroom 2 | Implants (Advanced) | Dr. Sergio Garcia Bellosta
“Precision & Longevity: The Digital Implant Workflow from Single to Full-Arch”
15:30-16:30 | Baniyas Ballroom 3 | CAD/CAM | Dr. Dani Irani
“Primescan: Elevating the Digital Dental Experience”
18:00 End of Day 2
19:00-23:00 Connection Dinner
10:30-12:30 | Al Dana Room | Endodontics (Basic) | Dr. Omar Al Zahrani
“Breaking the Complexity: A Smarter Approach to Challenging Endodontics”
10:30-12:30 | Al Ameera Ballroom 2 | Implants (Advanced) | Dr. Sergio Garcia Bellosta
“From Digital Plan to Live Execution: Immediate Anterior Implants & Temporalization”
10:30-12:30 | Al Remal Room | LAB | MDT. Yamen Chaban
“Make the Difference with New Zircon DNA”
10:30-12:30 | Al Ameera Ballroom 3 | SureSmile | Dr. Talha Mubeen
“Managing Complex Cases with Clear Aligners: A Systematic Framework”
12:30-13:00 Lunch + Exhibition
13:00-15:00 | Al Ameera Ballroom 1 | CAD/CAM | Prof. Doaa Taha
“Predictable Esthetics: A Clinical Journey Through the Digital Workflow”
13:00-15:00 | Al Dana Room | Endodontics (Basic) | Dr. Omar Al Zahrani
“Breaking the Complexity: A Smarter Approach to Challenging Endodontics”
13:00-15:00 | Al Maasa Room | Restoratives (Basic) | Dr. Haneen Shafik
“Beyond conventional layering: Injection molding technique in modern composite restorations”
13:00-15:00 | Al Ameera Ballroom 2 | Implants (Basic) | Prof. Elie Maalouf
“Guided Full-Arch Implant Rehabilitation with Immediate Screw-Retained Provisionalization: A Digital Workflow from Virtual Planning to Clinical Execution”
13:00-15:00 | Al Remal Room | LAB | MDT. Yamen Chaban
“Choose your level of Aesthetic”
13:00-15:00 | Al Ameera Ballroom 3 | Restoratives (Zhermack) | Prof. Motasum Abu-Awwad
“Partial-Coverage Adhesive Restorations: From Preparation to Impression”
15:00-15:30 Coffee Break
15:30-17:30 | Al Ameera Ballroom 1 | CAD/CAM | Dr. Marko Ahonen
“Live digital workflow: scanning, planning and fabrication with Primescan, CEREC and Primeprint”
15:30-17:30 | Al Dana Room | Endodontics (Advanced) | Dr. Joerd van der Meer
“Endodontics Masterclass”
15:30-17:30 | Al Maasa Room | Restoratives (Advanced) | Dr. Marco Martignoni
“The Art of Aesthetic Dentistry in Anterior and Posterior Teeth”
18:00 End of Day 2
19:00-23:00 Connection Dinner
Meet the speakers who will be participating in this edition.
Specialty: CTS
Dr. Marko Ahonen is a digital dentistry expert, educator, and clinician with extensive experience in CAD/CAM, implant dentistry, and digital workflows.
Specialty: Implants
Prof. Elie Maalouf is a Professor of Periodontology and Implantology, former President of the Lebanese Dental Association, and ITI Fellow, with extensive international lecturing experience.
Specialty: CTS
Dr. Dani Irani is a Senior Instructor in Fixed Prosthodontics with over 20 years of clinical and academic experience, focusing on digital dentistry and advanced prosthodontics.
Moderator
Dr. Leena El Sergany is a Dentist and Teaching Assistant with interests in pediatric dentistry, public health, and AI-driven healthcare innovation.
Specialty: CTS
Prof. Doaa Taha is an Associate Professor of Prosthodontics and Director of the Ain Shams Integrated Digital Dentistry Hub, specializing in digital and esthetic dentistry.
Moderator
Dr. Sarah Mohamed is a Pediatric Dentist with over 10 years of clinical experience and a Teaching Assistant at Egyptian Russian University.
Specialty: Implants
Dr. Sergio García Bellosta is an Associate Professor and Clinician specializing in Periodontics, Implantology, and Aesthetic Dentistry, with extensive international lecturing experience.
Specialty: Restoratives + Zhermack
Professor Motasum Abu-Awwad is a Consultant Prosthodontist with over 15 years of clinical and academic experience in prosthodontics, implant, aesthetic dentistry, and full-mouth rehabilitation.
Specialty: AI + Endodontics
Dr. Joerd van der Meer specializes in 3D digital Workflows, Al, and Robotics. He holds a PhD in 3D technology and is an honorary Professor at Tianjin University.
Specialty: Endodontics
Dr. Omar Al Zahrani is a Saudi Board-certified Endodontist, BRD, FRCSEd, and faculty member at King Abdulaziz University, with extensive experience in clinical endodontics, biomimetic restorative dentistry, and dental education.
Specialty: Restoratives
Dr. Marco Martignoni is former President of the Italian Society of Endodontics with extensive experience in endodontics, restorative dentistry, microscopic dentistry, and digital workflows.
Specialty: Restoratives
Dr. Haneen Shafik is a Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry Consultant and Lecturer at The British University in Egypt, with extensive experience in esthetic dentistry, digital smile design, and CAD/CAM dentistry.
Specialty: LAB
Master Dental Technician and CEO of SD Future Dental Lab, MDT. Yamen Chaban holds over 25 years of experience in dental technology, high-end aesthetics, CAD/CAM workflows, and dental material science.
Specialty: Imaging
Dr. Rubens Spin-Neto is Professor of Oral Radiology at Aarhus University, Denmark, with extensive expertise in dental & maxillofacial imaging, CBCT, MRI, implant dentistry, and endodontics.
Specialty: Orthodontics
Dr. Talha Mubeen is an Orthodontist and digital orthodontics expert with over a decade of experience in clinical practice, research, and education.
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Have questions about DS World 2027? Find answers to our frequently asked questions below. We will continue to update this page with more information as the event gets closer.
DS World is designed for the entire dental team, including dentists, specialists, hygienists, assistants, and practice managers.
Attendance at the DS World conference, including lectures, workshops, and the exhibition area, requires a valid conference ticket for each participant.
Guests are welcome to attend the Connection Dinner only and can purchase a separate guest ticket for USD 250.
Yes. DS World will feature a dynamic Exhibit Hall showcasing leading products, technologies, and solutions from across the dental industry.
Yes. A dedicated hotel block with special rates is available for event registrants. Rooms are limited, however, so we recommend registering for the event early and contacting us at MEA-Marketing@dentsplysirona.com to secure your special rate
DS World offers multiple registration tiers based on when you register, including Super Early Bird, Early Bird, Standard Pricing, and Last Chance rates. Discounted registration fees are also available for undergraduate students.
The cancellation policy is as follows:
These terms apply to all registration types.
DS World offers a comprehensive scientific and educational program featuring renowned international and regional speakers, expert-led lectures, clinical case discussions, practical demonstrations, interactive sessions, and hands-on workshops across multiple dental disciplines.
DS World does not currently offer accredited CME/CE credits. However, participants can gain valuable clinical insights, explore the latest techniques and technologies, and learn directly from leading experts through dedicated educational tracks and practical learning experiences. All participants will also receive a Certificate of Attendance recognizing their participation in this science-rich educational program.
The full agenda and course listings are available on the event website. Register to begin building your personalized schedule and secure your spot in sessions.
DS World 2027 includes more than 20 hands-on workshops. These sessions are designed to help participants develop practical skills that can be applied immediately in clinical and practice settings.
To ensure a high-quality learning experience and maximize participation opportunities, each attendee may register for up to four hands-on courses. Because demand is expected to be high and many courses occur concurrently, attendees are encouraged to reserve their preferred sessions early.
