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Is my Patient Too Young for Dental Implants? Exploring Craniofacial Growth Dynamics
Don’t miss an evening with the Icelandic legends in implant dentistry as they explore the critical factors influencing dental implant placement in younger patients. This session unravels the complex interplay between craniofacial growth and implant success, offering practical strategies to achieve long-term aesthetic and functional outcomes in developing patients.

Dr. Kristin Heimisdottir, an expert in managing cases of congenitally missing teeth, will highlight the importance of craniofacial growth patterns in treatment planning and share her insights on optimal timing for implant placement. Prof. Bjarni Pjetursson will push the boundaries with cutting-edge techniques and innovations, showcasing how to safely and effectively navigate growth-related challenges.

Date: Tuesday, 18 Feb 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research (North), 6 Verdun Street Nedlands, WA 6009
Cost:
ITI Members: FREE
Students, Post Graduates & UWA Faculty: FREE
Non-ITI Members: $48.96

Learning Objectives:
Understand the impact of craniofacial growth on dental implant success.
Identify optimal timing and strategies for implant placement in young patients.
Explore innovative techniques and advancements in implantology for growing individuals.

Meet Your Speakers:
Professor Bjarni E. Pjetursson received his DDS from the University of Iceland in 1990 and completed advanced studies in Periodontology, Implant Dentistry, and Prosthodontics at the University of Bern, Switzerland. He earned his PhD from the University of Iceland in 2014. Dr. Pjetursson is currently a Professor and Chairman at the University of Iceland, with a Titular professorship at the University of Geneva. He is an ITI Fellow, EAO member, and editorial board member of Clinical Oral Implants Research. His research focuses on clinical studies in prosthetic- and implant dentistry, especially systematic reviews and meta-analysis. He is also passionate about horse breeding.

Associate Professor Kristín Heimisdóttir, is a certified orthodontist with a distinguished career in both academia and clinical practice. She is the President of the Icelandic Orthodontic Society and Head of the Orthodontic Department at the University of Iceland. Dr. Heimisdóttir completed her postgraduate training in Orthodontics at the University of Bern, Switzerland, and is board-certified in both Switzerland and Iceland. She is also the CEO of the Icelandic Public Health Fund and runs a private orthodontic practice in Reykjavik. An active researcher and lecturer, her work focuses on orthodontics, dental implants, and treatment advancements. Outside of dentistry, she enjoys hiking, horses, and skiing.