THE 14th BIENNIAL RAMFJORD SYMPOSIUM

The 14th Biennial Ramfjord Symposium is a tribute to Dr. Sigurd Ramfjord and his contributions to the field of periodontics. The program brings together internationally renowned speakers who have expertise in long-term periodontal care and emerging scientifically based treatments. It provides a comprehensive insight into critical issues involved in delivering ideal treatment for clinical practice.

This year, symposium Scientific Chairs, Dr. Purnima Kumar and Dr. Hom-Lay Wang, will preside over lectures and a poster session on the topic of “Digital Innovations for Comprehensive Treatment Planning, Surgery, and Artificial Intelligence,” and hands-on workshops.

On Thursday afternoon, pre-symposium lectures, a reception, and a poster session will be held on the 4th Floor of the Rackham Graduate School.

Friday, June 14, 2024

SYMPOSIUM DAY 1

8:30-10:00 AM: Dr. George Mandelaris.  Comprehensive interdisciplinary treatment planning for the modern periodontist. Enhancing our biologic compass while maintaining a periodontal conscience in the digital era.

10:00-10:30 AM: Coffee break

10:00- 12:00 PM: Dr. Ramón Gómez Meda.  Digital approach for bone augmentation.

12:00-1:30 PM: Lunch Break

1:30- 3:00 PM: Dr. Alessandro Pozzi: Navigation Guided FP1 vs AllonX: Saving Bone and Scalloping Soft tissue the ultimate digital challenge.

3:00-3:30 PM: Coffee Break

3:30-5:00 PM: Dr. Junying Li: PAIR Virtual Patient: An all-in-one platform bridges the surgical phase and restorative phase for complex full-arch implant rehabilitation.

6:00-7:30 PM: Reception at the Junge Family Champions Center

Saturday, June 15, 2024

SYMPOSIUM DAY 2

8:30- 10:00 AM: Dr. Falk Schwendicke: Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry: Past, Present, and Future

10:00-10:30 AM: Coffee break

10:30-12:00 PM: Dr. Jeffery Johnston:  AI and Predictive Analytics to Improve Dental Benefit Plan Design

12:00 PM: Meeting Adjourn