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Alwin van Daelen studied dentistry at the University of Amsterdam and has worked in general practice since graduating in 1984. He founded Tendens dentists in 1990, a differentiated group practice in Amsterdam, where he works within an interdisciplinary treatment team involves prosthetic treatment planning and execution in patients with extensive and complex dental problems, with […]
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Lois Duerst, DDS is currently Staff Dentist for the 3M Oral Care Solutions Division. She is a graduate of the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry where she also completed a two-year post doctorate residency. She maintained a private practice, with an emphasis on esthetic dentistry, in the St. Paul, MN area prior to joining […]
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Jan-Frederik Güth holds the position of Deputy Director of the Department of Prosthodontics at the University Hospital of the Ludwig-Maximilians University Munich. He obtained his Dr. med. dent. Degree in 2008 and his postdoctoral lecture qualification (“Habilitation”) in 2014 from the same University. In 2013 he was a visiting researcher at the University of Southern […]
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Andreas W. Benecke, Dr. Med. Dent., graduated in 2006 from the University of Hamburg, Germany. Prior to founding his own dental office in 2014 he served as a research and teaching assistant in the Prosthodontics Department at the Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf (University Hamburg). During this time, he became a certified implantologist (Zahnärztekammer Hamburg, Germany) and received […]
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Hans-Jürgen Stecher is the owner and a Master Dental Technician at Stecher Zahntechnik in Wiedergeltingen, Germany. He also serves as the Head Master at the dental technician school in Munich. With over 40 years of experience in the dental laboratory industry, Mr. Stecher is a frequent lecturer at numerous education and industry events. He is […]
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Armin Bock received his D.Sc. in Biology from the University of Munich in 1996. After graduation, he began working at ESPE AG as Market Research Specialist and later at 3M™ Oral Care as Scientific Affairs Manager being responsible for Opinion Leader Management and University collaboration. Currently as a Training & Education Manager for EMEA, Armin […]
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Dr. Christoph Thalacker has been part of 3M ESPE/3M Oral Care since August 2001. As the Head of Adhesives R&D, his focus is on adhesives and filling composites. The former student at Ulm University has published 19 publications in peer-reviewed journals, 26 patent families and over 30 presentations at international conferences to date. In his […]
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Guenther Schlosser is a trained dental technician and has worked in a dental laboratory in Munich, Germany for 10 years, specializing on precious metal, ceramics and removable partial dentures. He joined 3M in 2001 as a product specialist and technical expert for individual customers consultations. Since 2009, he has worked as Training Manager in 3M’s […]
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Dr. Carlo Arcara graduated in Dentistry and Dental Prosthesis from the University of Milan Bicocca in 2010 and received a PhD in Experimental Periodontology in 2014. He attended various post-graduate education coursework including dental prosthesis, implantology, implant surgery and periodontology. Carlo also follows the courses of Digital Smile Design. Since 2013, he has been a […]
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Mark Agre received his B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Minnesota in 2015. After graduation, he began working at 3M™ Oral Care as a Product Developer, specializing in composites, glass ionomers, and liner/bases. Mark’s time as a Product Developer included the launch of a new composite called 3M™ Filtek™ Universal. In 2019, Mark […]
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Martin Götzinger graduated with a Diploma in Physics at the Technical University of Munich working on local laser manipulation of cryo-ceramics. As a doctoral researcher at the Institute of Mechanical Process Engineering, Martin did research on powders on the properties of particle surfaces and interfaces, gaining new insights on the molecular- and Nano-scale. He received […]
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Nathaniel Lawson DMD PhD is the Director of the Division of Biomaterials at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry and the program director of the Biomaterials residency program and the interim director of the Advanced Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry residency program. He graduated from UAB School of Dentistry in 2011 and obtained […]
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Todd Schoenbaum is a full time Associate Clinical Professor at UCLA, Director of UCLA Continuing Dental Education, and trains residents and students at UCLA in implant restorations. He has published over 40 papers, 8 chapters, and one textbook. He is the recipient of the scientific writing award from the JPD. Dr. Schoenbaum has been invited […]
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Dr. Jason Lipscomb is a general dentist in Richmond, VA and is an owner of three dental practices. He has had an interesting career beyond the operatory, beginning with being the co-author of a Social Media Guide for dentists, and a national educator. Dr. Lipscomb has educated dentists since 2008, and has most recently been […]
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Susan Flynn is a Technical Applications Specialist with 3M’s Medical Solutions Division in St. Paul, MN. Her role at 3M includes providing education for customers and sales personnel on improving the performance of the sterilization process and implementing best practices. Susan is a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) and is a member of […]
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Dr. Rosenblatt presently owns a practice in Lake Forest, Illinois focusing on CAD/CAM and digital dentistry. He is faculty for cdocs.com since 2008. He is a basic trainer for Patterson Dental has been a software Alpha and Beta tester for Sirona Dental Systems. He founded the Northern Illinois CEREC Study Club in 2005 which is […]
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Dra. Patricia Gatón received her Doctor in Dentistry from the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain. She followed postgraduate specialist training in Pediatric Dentistry and Esthetic Dentistry and is an Associate Professor at the University of Barcelona today. In addition, she is the director of a dental practice and training institute in Barcelona. Dra. […]
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Dr. Marcos Vargas attended Cayetano Heredia University School of Dentistry in Lima, Peru and graduated in 1985. He spent two years, 1990 to 1992, in the AEGD program at the Eastman Dental Center in Rochester, New York. Dr. Vargas received his Certificate and Master Degree in Operative Dentistry in 1994 at the University of Iowa […]
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Jean Madden, Scientific Affairs Manager, has earned both Technical and Marketing Excellence awards during her career with 3M. She has also led new product introduction teams, founded and edited 3M’s Espertise Newsletter, and has lectured extensively in her travels around the world. Recently, she provided Scientific Affairs leadership for the launch of 3M™ Filtek™ Universal […]
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Marcos Barceleiro received his DDS in 1996 from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Dental School (Brazil) and the Certificate in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry from Rio de Janeiro State University Dental School (Brazil) in 1998. Dr. Barceleiro also received his MSD in Operative Dentistry from Taubate University Dental School (Sao Paulo / Brazil) […]
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Dr. Richard Price is a Prosthodontist and Director of Digital Dentistry in the Faculty of Dentistry at Dalhousie University. He received his BDS from the University of London, England and his DDS from Dalhousie’s Faculty of Dentistry. He completed his specialty in Restorative Dentistry at the University of Michigan in 1984 and in 2001 he […]
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Dr. Giuseppe teaches the degree course in Dentistry and Masters Degree in endodontics and Restorative Dentistry, at the University of Siena. He also teaches at the Faculty of Medicine, Master of Science in Dentistry at the “Université the Méditerranée” in Marseille (France). He is an active member of StyleItaliano Group, IAED (Italian Academy Of Aesthetic […]
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Emily Waller earned her degree in Bacteriology/Microbiology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is a National Registered Microbiologist through the American Society of Microbiology. She has spent her career in healthcare working on infectious disease testing, medical device sterilization, and reprocessing of reusable medical devices. Emily is a member of the American Dental Association Standards […]
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Chris Felix is the Chief Scientist at BlueLight Analytics and a material scientist with over 15 years of experience in the field of dental materials. He has co-authored several publications and has collaborated with many of the worlds’ most respected key opinion leads in the field. After co-founding BlueLight Analytics in 2009, Chris has continued […]
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Zachary Meiners, DDS, graduated in 2001 from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry with a BA/DDS. He practices in Independence, Missouri with his father, also a UMKC graduate. Dr. Meiners is married and enjoys spending time with his two sons, William and Benjamin. Zach enjoyed his biomaterials class in dental school a little […]
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Dr. Kim is passionate about lifelong learning and believes the key to mastering her craft is all in the details. She achieved her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Biologic Sciences at The University of Chicago and Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) at the University of Washington School of Dentistry. A devoted member of SPEAR and […]
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Prof. Dr. Ivo Krejci received his Dr. med. dent. degree in 1986 and his Privatdozent (Switzerland) in 1993 from the University of Zurich, Switzerland. He is Fellow of the Academy of Dental Materials and has a postgraduate specialization training diploma of the Swiss Society of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry. Prof. Krejci has published over 350 […]
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Dr. Poticny is a clinical associate professor at the University Of Michigan School Of Dentistry with a private practice in Grand Prairie, TX. He is a graduate of the Ohio State University, the Baylor College of Dentistry and a fellow of the Academy of CAD/CAM Dentistry. He is a member of the American Dental Association, […]
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Born in Mexico City, Dr. Jordi Manauta graduated from the Technological University of Mexico (UNITEC) with a degree in dentistry with major grants. He continued his postgraduate studies in operative and aesthetic dentistry at the International University of Catalonia (UIC) in Barcelona, Spain, where he obtained a master’s degree. He is currently a visiting professor […]
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Jessica Kaczrowski is an Inside Sales Representative for 3M Oral Care in Saint Paul, Minnesota. She worked clinically as a dental hygienist for nine years before moving to 3M, to provide technical support for 3M Oral Care. Jessica provides educational support and speaks to dental professionals on a number of oral health topics.
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Dr. David Clark received his dental degree in 1986 from the University of Washington School of Dentistry, home to some of the legends of cast gold such as the late Dr. Richard Tucker. Dr. Clark’s goal with composite dentistry has always been to elevate its longevity and health to the “Gold Standard” of his predecessors. […]
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Timothy Dunbar was born and educated through high school in Pittsburgh, PA. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Wheaton College (IL) with a B.S. in Chemistry in 1992. He received his Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from The Pennsylvania State University in 1998. After completing a two-year post-doctoral research fellowship with Sandia National Laboratories (Albuquerque, NM), […]
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Dr. Grégory Camaleonte graduated in 2006 from the University of the Méditerranean – Faculty of Dentistry of Marseille and in 2008 from the same university the DUORE (University Degree of Aesthetic and Adhesive Dentistry). Dr. Camaleonte is a member and teacher of the Smile Academy with André Faucher, Jean-Louis Brouillet and Jean-Christophe Paris and a […]
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Dr. Walter Devoto graduated with honors in dentistry and dental prosthesis in 1991 from the University of Genoa, Italy. He is particularly interested in the fields of conservative dentistry and esthetic dentistry and runs his own private practices in Sestri Levante and Portofino. In addition, he is collaborating with diverse prestigious dental offices throughout Europe […]
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Dr. Hader received her medical degree at the University of Cologne in Germany. She also holds a specialty degree in pediatric allergy and pneumology from University Paris V in France. After some years in epidemiologic research and clinical practice, she became a medical consultant with Johnson and Johnson in Dusseldorf. Today she is a Global […]
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Dr. Robert Margeas graduated from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 1986 and completed his AEGD residency the following year. He is currently an adjunct professor in the department of Operative Dentistry at the University of Iowa. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Operative Dentistry. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Aesthetic […]
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Dr. Paulo Monteiro obtained his doctorate of dental medicine at the Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Egas Moniz (ISCSEM) in Caparica, Portugal, where he developed a passion for esthetic dentistry. He completed the postgraduate program in Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry at ISCSEM in 2005. Dr. Monteiro is coordinator of and professor in the restorative […]
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Akit Patel graduated from Guy’s Hospital Dental Institute in 2002. He then completed a Prosthodontics specialist program at UCL (University College London) Eastman Dental Hospital and Institute and received his Master’s in Clinical Dentistry (Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics) in 2008 with distinction and award for clinical and academic excellence. He was awarded the Membership in […]
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Jen is a 1999 graduate of the University of South Dakota with degrees in Nursing, Psychology and Dental Hygiene. Jen received her master’s degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Minnesota in 2013. She was previously an adjunct professor of dental hygiene at the University of Minnesota where she lectured, worked hands on with […]
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Prof. Angelo Putignano received his M.D. degree and D.D.S. post graduate certificate from University of Ancona-Italy. He is a full professor in Restorative Dentistry at School of Dentistry Polytechnic University of Marche-Ancona-Italy, Head of Operative dentistry and Endodontics department at School of Dentistry Polytechnic University of Marche-Ancona-Italy, Dean School of Dental Hygienist Polytechnic University of […]
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Dr. Gunnar Reich attended the Universities of Munich and Berlin, Germany, and obtained his Dr. med. dent. (DDS) degree in 1986. Ever since, he has been practicing dentistry in the South of Germany. Today, he is the owner of a private practice in Munich.
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Carlos Eduardo Sabrosa received his DDS in 1992 from the State University of Rio de Janeiro Dental School (Brazil) and the Clinical Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in Prosthodontics from Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 1996. He earned the Steven Gordon Research / Clinical Award in 1995 and 1996 and the Tylman Research […]
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Stefan Vandeweghe completed his studies in dentistry at Ghent University in 2006 and subsequently specialized in oral implantology. In 2010, he obtained his PhD with his thesis “Factors affecting bone remodeling around surface-modified Southern Implants”. From 2010 to 2011, Dr. Vandeweghe was a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Malmö, Sweden, before he returned to […]
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