Dr. Bhavna Shroff is currently a Director and Professor in Department of Orthodontics at Virginia Commonwealth University, USA. She completed her certificate in Orthodontics and Masters in Dental Sciences at University of Connecticut. Dr. Shroff obtained her dental degree at University Paris V Rene-Descartes. Dr. Shroff was a faculty member in the department of Orthodontics at the University of Maryland, Baltimore from 1989 to 2002. She is the National Secretary of the EHASO, past member of the COSA and the past president of the North Atlantic Component of the Angle Society. Dr. Shroff research interest includes Biology of tooth movement,
Dr. Bhavna Shroff is currently a Director and Professor in Department of Orthodontics at Virginia Commonwealth University, USA. She completed her certificate in Orthodontics and Masters in Dental Sciences at University of Connecticut. Dr. Shroff obtained her dental degree at University Paris V Rene-Descartes. Dr. Shroff was a faculty member in the department of Orthodontics at the University of Maryland, Baltimore from 1989 to 2002. She is the National Secretary of the EHASO, past member of the COSA and the past president of the North Atlantic Component of the Angle Society. Dr. Shroff research interest includes Biology of tooth movement, Tooth development and eruption, Orthodontic appliance design and biomechanics, Evaluation access to orthodontic care through Medicaid, Practice management, Evaluation of the orthodontic curriculum design and postgraduate education.
Dr. Zi-Jun Liu is currently working as a Professor in department of Orthodontics at University of Washington, USA. He received his PhD in 1991 from Osaka University, Japan and MS Degree in 1986 at Military Medical University, China. He was honored with 'Distinguished Oversea Alumni Award' in 2010 from Nanjing Medical University, China and 'Distinguished Oversea Scholar Award' in 2010, The First Global Congress of Chinese Dentists. He has published more than 60 articles and has given more than 70 scientific presentations. Dr. Liu research interest includes Biology of craniofacial skeleton and tongue (growth, remodeling, formation and biomechanics), Functional tooth
Dr. Zi-Jun Liu is currently working as a Professor in department of Orthodontics at University of Washington, USA. He received his PhD in 1991 from Osaka University, Japan and MS Degree in 1986 at Military Medical University, China. He was honored with 'Distinguished Oversea Alumni Award' in 2010 from Nanjing Medical University, China and 'Distinguished Oversea Scholar Award' in 2010, The First Global Congress of Chinese Dentists. He has published more than 60 articles and has given more than 70 scientific presentations. Dr. Liu research interest includes Biology of craniofacial skeleton and tongue (growth, remodeling, formation and biomechanics), Functional tooth mobility, Orthodontic tooth movement, Biomechanics of periodontal ligament, Dental anatomy, Occlusion and mandibular kinetics, Temporomandibular joint function, Craniofacial tissue engineering, etc.
Dr. Dror Michael Allon is currently working as Director of Orthognathic surgery at Rabin Medical Center, Beilinson Hospital and Schneider Children's Medical Hospital, Petach Tikva, Israel. He completed his master's degree in 1992 and worked as Faculty of Dental Medicine, The Hebrew University and Hadassah School of Dental Medicine, Jerusalem, Israel from 1989-1995. Dr. Allon is the Member of the Superior Medical Committee of the IDF, Israel Ministry of Defense, Member of Professional Committee for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of the Scientific Council of the Israel Dental Association, Israeli association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, European Society of Temporomandibular Joint
Dr. Dror Michael Allon is currently working as Director of Orthognathic surgery at Rabin Medical Center, Beilinson Hospital and Schneider Children's Medical Hospital, Petach Tikva, Israel. He completed his master's degree in 1992 and worked as Faculty of Dental Medicine, The Hebrew University and Hadassah School of Dental Medicine, Jerusalem, Israel from 1989-1995. Dr. Allon is the Member of the Superior Medical Committee of the IDF, Israel Ministry of Defense, Member of Professional Committee for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of the Scientific Council of the Israel Dental Association, Israeli association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, European Society of Temporomandibular Joint Surgery, etc. He participated in many scientific meetings like SPIE Photonics West, The Moscone Center, California; Computer Assisted Simulation for Orthognathic Surgery, Southwestern University of Texas, Dallas, USA, etc. He was awarded with 'Prosthodontics Department Award', 'Excellent DMD Thesis award' from the Hebrew University, Hadassah School of Dental Medicine and also 'Outstanding Resident' in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Rabin Medical Center. Dr. Allon research interest includes Orthognathic surgery, Facial Plastic surgery, Reconstructive surgery and TMJ surgery.
Dr. Guarnieri Renzo is currently working as a Professor in the Masters of Implantology and Prostheses on Natural Teeth and Implants at University of La Sapienza in Rome, Italy. He Completed his Degree in Medicine and Surgery at University of Verona, Italy in 1984, Masters in Dental Implantology at New York University, USA in 1991 and Masters in Esthetic Medicine, Naples in 2012. He received his certificate program in Periodontology 'Institute for Advanced Dental Stud' Boston, USA in 1993. Dr. Renzo did his specialization in Dentistry and Sports Medicine from University of Verona. He worked as tutor at the University
Dr. Guarnieri Renzo is currently working as a Professor in the Masters of Implantology and Prostheses on Natural Teeth and Implants at University of La Sapienza in Rome, Italy. He Completed his Degree in Medicine and Surgery at University of Verona, Italy in 1984, Masters in Dental Implantology at New York University, USA in 1991 and Masters in Esthetic Medicine, Naples in 2012. He received his certificate program in Periodontology 'Institute for Advanced Dental Stud' Boston, USA in 1993. Dr. Renzo did his specialization in Dentistry and Sports Medicine from University of Verona. He worked as tutor at the University of Buffalo (USA) and New Jersey (USA) in the Continuing Education Program 'Advanced Implant Surgical Training Program' and contract Professor at the University of Bari for teaching of Periodontal Surgery from 2000 to 2005. Dr. Renzo research interest includes Implant Dentistry, Periodontics, Prostheses, etc.
Dr. Periklis Proussaefs is currently working as an Associate Professor at Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry at Loma Linda University, California, USA. He obtained a certificate in Implant Dentistry and Prosthodontics from Loma Linda University in 2000. In 2001, he completed his Master's degree in Prosthodontics. Dr. Proussaefs received his DDS degree from National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in 1993. He is the recipient of the prestigious 'Tylman Award' by the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics in 2002, twice the 'Judson C. Hickey Scientific Writing Award' by the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry in 2002 and 2016
Dr. Periklis Proussaefs is currently working as an Associate Professor at Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry at Loma Linda University, California, USA. He obtained a certificate in Implant Dentistry and Prosthodontics from Loma Linda University in 2000. In 2001, he completed his Master's degree in Prosthodontics. Dr. Proussaefs received his DDS degree from National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in 1993. He is the recipient of the prestigious 'Tylman Award' by the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics in 2002, twice the 'Judson C. Hickey Scientific Writing Award' by the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry in 2002 and 2016 and the 'Robert James Award' in 2015. He has professional memberships in American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics, Academy of Osseointegration, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, California Dental Association, etc. Dr. Proussaefs research interest includes Dental implants in surgical and/or prosthetic aspect.
Dr. Daniel Humberto Pozza is a Head and Professor in Advanced Oral Surgery, Scientific and Pedagogic Director at Portuguese Institute of South Atlantic (IPAS), Portugal. Dr. Pozza is also a Professor of Histology and Embryology at Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Nutrition and Food Science, Porto University, Portugal. He has completed his graduation from Faculty of Dentistry from Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. He pursued his Post-graduation in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2005, PhD in Dentistry from Federal University of Bahia, Salvador, Brazil in 2006 and Post-Doctoral from Faculty of Medicine of Porto, Portuguese
Dr. Daniel Humberto Pozza is a Head and Professor in Advanced Oral Surgery, Scientific and Pedagogic Director at Portuguese Institute of South Atlantic (IPAS), Portugal. Dr. Pozza is also a Professor of Histology and Embryology at Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Nutrition and Food Science, Porto University, Portugal. He has completed his graduation from Faculty of Dentistry from Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. He pursued his Post-graduation in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2005, PhD in Dentistry from Federal University of Bahia, Salvador, Brazil in 2006 and Post-Doctoral from Faculty of Medicine of Porto, Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology in 2011. Dr. Pozza is the award winner of "International Week of Open Access" in the Porto University, Portugal, Highlight Award at the IV Scientific Meeting/Dentistry, etc. His clinical practice is exclusively in the Oral Surgery, Periodontology, Orofacial Pain and Temporomandibular Disorders. Dr. Pozza research interest includes Epidemiology and specific educational programs for healthcare professionals and surgical patients, Maxillofacial surgery, Acute and Chronic pain, Postoperative pain, Orofacial pain, Comorbidity of pain, Histology, Pathophysiology, Cancer and Animal models.
Dr. Manish Valiathan is currently working as an Associate Professor in Department of Orthodontics at Case Western Reserve University, Ohio, USA. He is also serving as a Program Director, Fellowship in Surgical, Craniofacial and Special Care orthodontics and Associate Director at Bolton Brush Growth Study Center. Dr. Manish worked as an Assistant Professor in Departments of Orthodontics and Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Case Western Reserve University in 2001-10. He completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery in Dentistry (2000-02) at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio. He received a "Young Achiever Award" by Manipal University in 2016, T. M. Graber
Dr. Manish Valiathan is currently working as an Associate Professor in Department of Orthodontics at Case Western Reserve University, Ohio, USA. He is also serving as a Program Director, Fellowship in Surgical, Craniofacial and Special Care orthodontics and Associate Director at Bolton Brush Growth Study Center. Dr. Manish worked as an Assistant Professor in Departments of Orthodontics and Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Case Western Reserve University in 2001-10. He completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery in Dentistry (2000-02) at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio. He received a "Young Achiever Award" by Manipal University in 2016, T. M. Graber and Anthony A. Gianelly Teaching Fellowship Award by American Association of Orthodontists Foundation, Certificate of Excellence and Appreciation by department of Orthodontics, etc. He is the member of World Federation of Orthodontists, American Cleft palate and Craniofacial Association, American Dental Education Association, etc. Dr. Manish research interest includes Craniofacial Anomalies, Cleft lip/Palate and orthodontics.
Dr. Sandro Siervo is currently the Scientific Director of the Istituto Stomatologico Italiano, Italy. He received his PhD in Immunology from University of Genoa and Basel in 1990 and Medical Degree in 1984 at University of Milan, Italy. He worked as Maxillo-Facial Surgeon at University of Milan in 1995. Dr. Sandro also Worked as Professor at Bonn University, Germany in 2005. He was the Director of the Postdoctoral Education Program at the Italian Dentistry Institute. Dr. Sandro research interest includes Dental implant, Osseointegration and Upper jaw surgery.
Dr. Sandro Siervo is currently the Scientific Director of the Istituto Stomatologico Italiano, Italy. He received his PhD in Immunology from University of Genoa and Basel in 1990 and Medical Degree in 1984 at University of Milan, Italy. He worked as Maxillo-Facial Surgeon at University of Milan in 1995. Dr. Sandro also Worked as Professor at Bonn University, Germany in 2005. He was the Director of the Postdoctoral Education Program at the Italian Dentistry Institute. Dr. Sandro research interest includes Dental implant, Osseointegration and Upper jaw surgery.
Dr. Tsuyoshi Shimo is currently working as an Associate Professor in Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Japan. He was graduated in Hiroshima University Dental School in 1994, received his PhD in 1998 from Okayama University and Postdoctoral fellow from University of Pennsylvania, USA. Dr. Shimo is the Specialist in Japanese Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, General Clinical Oncologist by Japanese Board of Cancer Therapy (JBCT) and Fellow of the International Board for the Certification of Specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: FIBCSOMS. His clinical specialty is Orthognathic
Dr. Tsuyoshi Shimo is currently working as an Associate Professor in Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Japan. He was graduated in Hiroshima University Dental School in 1994, received his PhD in 1998 from Okayama University and Postdoctoral fellow from University of Pennsylvania, USA. Dr. Shimo is the Specialist in Japanese Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, General Clinical Oncologist by Japanese Board of Cancer Therapy (JBCT) and Fellow of the International Board for the Certification of Specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: FIBCSOMS. His clinical specialty is Orthognathic surgery, Oral cancer and Maxillomandibular reconstruction. He received "MODUS Award" by 6th Asian Congress on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and "Outstanding Poster Presentation Award" by 19th International Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Shimo research interest includes Maxillofacial surgery, Bone regeneration and Cancer induced bone destruction.
Dr. Alex Patricio Vargas Diaz is currently working as an Associate Professor in Department of Oncology and Maxillofacial Surgery at Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, Santiago, Chile. He completed his Internships in abroad in the areas of Implantology and Orthognathic Surgery; a Diploma in Business Administration in Health Organizations and a Diploma in Clinical Teaching. Dr. Alex is specialized in Hospital Training Program in Maxillofacial Surgery at Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. He has made numerous presentations in National and International congresses and several publications in National and International scientific journals. He is a member of the Society of Head,
Dr. Alex Patricio Vargas Diaz is currently working as an Associate Professor in Department of Oncology and Maxillofacial Surgery at Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, Santiago, Chile. He completed his Internships in abroad in the areas of Implantology and Orthognathic Surgery; a Diploma in Business Administration in Health Organizations and a Diploma in Clinical Teaching. Dr. Alex is specialized in Hospital Training Program in Maxillofacial Surgery at Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. He has made numerous presentations in National and International congresses and several publications in National and International scientific journals. He is a member of the Society of Head, Neck and Maxillofacial Plastic Surgery; The Society of Oral Implantology of Chile; The Academy of Dentistry International; The International Society of Cell Therapy; International Dental Research Association and The National Commission of Education in Dentistry of the Chilean Dentists College. Dr. Alex research interest includes Maxillofacial Traumatology, Oral Implantology, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Oncology, Oral Medicine: Oral Cancer, Head and Neck Pathology, Bioengineering: 3D printing (biocompatible scaffolds and simulation models), Biomedicine: Hard & Soft Tissue Regeneration and Biocompatibility.
Dr. Xavier Riaud DDS, PhD in History of Sciences and Techniques Laureate and Associate member of the National Academy of Dental Surgery Free Member of the National Academy of Surgery Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy Knight of the Order of the Academic Palms Knight of the Order of the National Merit 27 books More than 450 publications in 5 languages. He is an elected alternate member of the Council of the Departmental Order of Surgeons. He is a honorary Member of the International Napoleonic Society (FINS) - Quebec, Canada. His reserach interests are history of dentistry and forensic dentistry.
Dr. Xavier Riaud DDS, PhD in History of Sciences and Techniques Laureate and Associate member of the National Academy of Dental Surgery Free Member of the National Academy of Surgery Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy Knight of the Order of the Academic Palms Knight of the Order of the National Merit 27 books More than 450 publications in 5 languages. He is an elected alternate member of the Council of the Departmental Order of Surgeons. He is a honorary Member of the International Napoleonic Society (FINS) - Quebec, Canada. His reserach interests are history of dentistry and forensic dentistry.
Dr. Barber graduated from the University of California at Davis, CA with a B.A. in 1978. He attended Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN and graduated with a D.D.S. degree in 1983. From 1985-1989 he completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Highland General Hospital/Alameda County Medical Center in Oakland, CA. After completing his residency, he spent three years on faculty at the University of Michigan, School of Dentistry and as an attending faculty in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor, MI. From 1992-1997 he was
Dr. Barber graduated from the University of California at Davis, CA with a B.A. in 1978. He attended Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN and graduated with a D.D.S. degree in 1983. From 1985-1989 he completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Highland General Hospital/Alameda County Medical Center in Oakland, CA. After completing his residency, he spent three years on faculty at the University of Michigan, School of Dentistry and as an attending faculty in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor, MI. From 1992-1997 he was a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine and the University of Pennsylvania Hospital, as well as The Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. From there he went to Temple University’s Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency Program and served as Vice-Chairman. In 2009 he moved to Arizona and was in private practice until 2016 when he became a part-time Clinical Assistant Professor and in July 2018 became full-time faculty at Midwestern University. Dr. Barber has written and been editor of multiple Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery text books and has published over 50 articles. He is past president of the American Board of Oral Implantology and Implant Dentistry and is board certified by the American Board of Oral Implantology and National Dental Board of Anesthesiology. He is also a Fellow of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Dr. Gangwani is an Assistant Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry/Eastman Institute of Oral Health.
Dr. Gangwani earned her Dental Degree from New York University College of Dentistry where she was inducted in the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) dental honor society. She completed an Internship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. She received her Advanced Training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at St. Josephs University Medical Center.
She performs wisdom teeth extraction, bone grafting procedures, dental implant reconstruction, corrective jaw surgery and reconstructive surgery after facial
Dr. Gangwani is an Assistant Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry/Eastman Institute of Oral Health.
Dr. Gangwani earned her Dental Degree from New York University College of Dentistry where she was inducted in the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) dental honor society. She completed an Internship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. She received her Advanced Training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at St. Josephs University Medical Center.
She performs wisdom teeth extraction, bone grafting procedures, dental implant reconstruction, corrective jaw surgery and reconstructive surgery after facial trauma.
Dr. Gangwani also holds a Masters Degree in Public Health Epidemiology from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. She has a particular interest in clinical research and has served as an author of book chapters and articles in peer-reviewed journals. She enjoys educating residents and finds it extremely rewarding.
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