LIVE SURGERY OBSERVERSHIP: Guided Zygomatic Surgery in Severe Maxillary Atrophy | November 5, 2026 | Como, Italy

The International Dental Exhibition and Congress – Dental World 2026, taking place in Budapest from 8–10 October 2026, represents one of the most significant interdisciplinary dental events in Central and Eastern Europe. The congress provides a comprehensive platform for the dissemination of contemporary scientific knowledge, clinical advancements, and technological innovations in dentistry. By integrating an international scientific congress with a large-scale dental exhibition, the event facilitates collaboration between clinicians, researchers, dental technicians, and industry representatives. The scientific program encompasses a wide range of specialized fields, including aesthetic dentistry, implantology, endodontics, orthodontics, digital dentistry, dental sleep medicine, preventive dentistry, dental technology, and practice management. Through keynote lectures, expert-led sessions, workshops, and clinical demonstrations, internationally recognized speakers present the latest research findings, evidence-based treatment protocols, and emerging technologies that are shaping modern dental practice. In parallel with the academic program, the exhibition showcases advanced dental equipment, biomaterials, and digital solutions from leading manufacturers and service providers. This environment enables participants to explore innovative tools and technologies that support improved clinical outcomes and more efficient practice management. By fostering scientific exchange, professional networking, and exposure to cutting-edge developments, Dental World 2026 contributes to the advancement of dental medicine and supports the continuous professional development of dental practitioners worldwide. __________________________________________ Lecture with Prof Francesco Zingari The evolution of guided surgery: from the traditional implant to the zygomatic through the pterygoid The evolution of guided surgery has significantly transformed implant dentistry, expanding treatment possibilities from conventional implant placement to advanced solutions for severely atrophic maxillae. What began as prosthetically driven planning for traditional axial implants has progressed into highly sophisticated digital workflows that now support the precise placement of zygomatic and pterygoid implants. This lecture explores the clinical and technological evolution of guided surgery, highlighting the transition from static guides for standard implants to advanced digital protocols capable of managing complex anatomical challenges. Emphasis will be placed on digital planning, CBCT integration, prosthetically driven workflows, and the biomechanical considerations required for long implants in remote anchorage sites such as the zygoma and pterygoid region. Through clinical cases and step-by-step workflow analysis, participants will gain insight into how modern guided solutions enhance surgical accuracy, reduce invasiveness, improve safety, and enable immediate loading protocols – even in extreme atrophy cases. The session will also discuss limitations, risk management, and the future direction of fully digital full-arch rehabilitation. 📅 October 8th, 2026 📍 HUNGEXPO Zrt., Budapest, Hungary __________________________________________ lecture with Dr. Mirela Shveys Rehabilitation of the Atrophic Maxilla – Is It Still Prosthodontically Driven Implantology? Severe maxillary atrophy represents a significant clinical challenge, primarily caused by irreversible bone loss following tooth extraction, sinus pneumatization, and periodontal disease. These conditions frequently result in reduced vertical and horizontal bone volume, poor bone density, increased interarch space, and limited possibilities for conventional implant placement, complicating prosthetic rehabilitation. In recent years, graftless treatment concepts have gained increasing attention as predictable alternatives to extensive bone augmentation procedures. Advanced implant techniques – such as pterygoid, zygomatic, nasal, and tilted implants—allow clinicians to utilize remote cortical anchorage to achieve primary stability even in severely resorbed maxillae. Despite these surgical innovations, prosthetically driven treatment planning remains the cornerstone of successful rehabilitation. Correct implant positioning must be guided by the planned prosthetic outcome in order to optimize esthetics, biomechanics, and long-term function. The use of multi-unit abutments enables correction of implant angulation; however, greater angulations may alter the position of the prosthetic screw access channel and influence the final prosthodontic design. A comprehensive understanding of maxillary anatomy, precise identification of cortical anchorage points, and meticulous prosthetic planning are essential for predictable outcomes. This integrated surgical–prosthetic approach minimizes complications and improves long-term functional and esthetic results while enhancing overall patient satisfaction. 📅 October 10th, 2026 📍 HUNGEXPO Zrt., Budapest, Hungary __________________________________________ Workshop spots are limited, and early registration is recommended.