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Associate Professor of Dentistry and Periodontology at the Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Italy. Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine, School of Dentistry, University of Michigan, USA.

Over 35 years of clinical and academic experience in periodontology, regenerative medicine, and implant dentistry. Founding member of iPerio Education Center in Piacenza, Italy (2017), established with Dr. Giorgio Pagni and Dr. Raffaele Acunzo to teach modern dentistry philosophy and treatment concepts. Research focus on guided tissue regeneration, periodontal and peri-implant reconstruction, 3D-printed bioresorbable scaffolds for periodontal repair, and tissue engineering applications.

International authority on periodontal regeneration having published extensively and lectured globally on surgical techniques for periodontal reconstruction, enamel matrix derivatives, and biological approaches to tissue regeneration. Winner of multiple research awards: International Quintessence Publishing Award (Boston 2000, 2004), Goldman Prize from Italian Society of Periodontology (1996, 2010, 2017), Clinical Research Award from European Association for Osseointegration (EAO 2010), Earl Robinson Periodontal Regeneration Award from American Academy of Periodontology (AAP 2012), and Align Research Award (2013).

DDS from University of Pavia, Italy (1990). Certificate as Specialist in Orthodontics from University of Milan (1997). Certificate as Active Member of Italian Society of Periodontology and Implantology (SIdP, 1997). Active Member of European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EAED, 2009). Full Member of British Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry (2016). Editorial Board member of International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry and ad hoc reviewer for multiple international journals. Over 10,900 citations on Google Scholar (H-index 36). Published landmark papers on vertical ridge augmentation, platform switching, soft tissue grafting, 3D-printed scaffolds, and periodontal-orthodontic interactions.

Periodontist and molecular cell biologist specializing in platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) therapy and regenerative dentistry. Lead educator and researcher at Advanced PRF Education. Adjunct Visiting Faculty in the Department of Periodontology at University of Bern, Switzerland.

Over 15 years of academic and clinical experience in bone biomaterials, growth factors, and guided bone regeneration. Pioneer in developing horizontal centrifugation techniques and albumin gel therapies for creating all-natural facial fillers (Bio-Fillers) from patient's own blood. Founder of CARE Esthetics (2020) providing regenerative treatment approaches using lasers and PRF combination therapy. Expanded to over 250 clinics across North America teaching novel regenerative protocols developed in his research laboratory.

Most cited dentist in all of North America currently working in private practice (since 2022). Top-ranked specialist in Platelet-Rich Fibrin therapy according to independent review by Expertscape. Named by Dentistry Today as one of the top 100 CE providers in North America for eight consecutive years, the youngest person ever to achieve this recognition. International lecturer having taught in over 50 countries on PRF applications in dentistry and facial aesthetics.

DDS. BMSc, MSc, PhD from University of Bern, Switzerland (completed 2009), with doctoral research on bone regeneration and biomaterials under supervision of Professor Anton Sculean. Recipient of the ITI Andre Schroeder Prize, IADR Young Investigator of the Year in Implant Dentistry, and IADR Socransky Research Award in Periodontology. Author of over 350 peer-reviewed publications in leading scientific journals with extensive citation record. Author of best-selling textbooks "Next Generation Biomaterials for Bone and Periodontal Regeneration" (Quintessence, 2019) and "Platelet Rich Fibrin in Regenerative Dentistry: From Biological Background to Clinical Indications" (Quintessence, 2017), widely distributed internationally. Former Editor of Periodontology 2000 and current Editorial Board member of multiple international periodontal journals.

Prosthodontist and occlusion specialist focusing on temporomandibular disorders and occlusal rehabilitation. Honorary University Professor at Aix-Marseille University, France.

Over 45 years of academic and clinical experience in fixed prosthodontics, occlusion, and TMD management. Developer of the OCTA (Occlusal Architecture) concept for securing orthodontic and prosthodontic treatments through functional occlusal design principles. Former Chairman of the Occlusion and Dysfunction Department and former Vice-Dean in charge of dental education at the Faculty of Dentistry, Aix-Marseille University.

Director of postgraduate education programs in occlusion and TMD, and fixed prosthodontics at Aix-Marseille University. Visiting Professor at Donau University, Austria. Past President of the French National College of Occlusodontology (1995-1996) and International Academy of Advanced Interdisciplinary Dentistry (iAAID).

DDS from Faculty of Dentistry, Aix-Marseille University (1978). Certified in Anthropology (1979) and Fixed Prosthodontics and Occlusodontology (1980). Master's degree (DSO, 1983). PhD (Doctorat d'Université, 1990). Full Professor since 2007. Author of 8 books and over 160 scientific publications on occlusion, TMD, and prosthodontics. Member of the European Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders.

Orofacial pain specialist and Dean of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. Founder and Director of the Orofacial Pain Center at the University of Kentucky (established 1977), recognized as a pioneer in TMD and orofacial pain education.

Over 50 years of academic and clinical experience in temporomandibular disorders and orofacial pain management. Developed the first Master of Science Degree program in Orofacial Pain in the United States, accredited by the American Academy of Orofacial Pain. The Orofacial Pain Residency Program was among the first accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, graduating 65 full-time residents from 26 countries.

Professor and Chief of the Division of Orofacial Pain, full-time faculty member at the University of Kentucky for 45 years. International lecturer having delivered over 1,300 invited lectures in every state in the USA and 59 foreign countries. Recognized as the "World Ambassador for Orofacial Pain" by peers.

DMD from University of Kentucky (1974). Provost's Distinguished Service Professor. Author of the textbook "Management of Temporomandibular Disorders and Occlusion" (8th edition), translated into 11 languages and used in the majority of US dental schools. Editor of "Orofacial Pain: Guidelines for Classification, Assessment, and Management" (AAOP), used as treatment standards worldwide. Over 240 publications in scientific journals. Past President of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain. Founding Diplomate and twice Past President of the American Board of Orofacial Pain. Recipient of University of Kentucky Great Teacher Award, State of Kentucky Acorn Award, International Dentist of the Year Award from Academy of Dentistry International, and inducted into University of Kentucky Hall of Distinguished Alumni.