Lector — Christian Slavicek has led VieSID since its foundation in 2008. Since then, he has established a wide network of collaborators including clinicians, academics, and educators making it possible for VieSID to develop educational and scientific activities with the support of several Institutions, including the Medical University of Vienna and the University of Vienna.
He has recently signed an agreement with the Superior Council of Central American Universities (CSUCA) for the advancement of interdisciplinary research and education in Oral Medicine in Central America and an agreement for scientific cooperation with the University of Costa Rica.
Having developed devices and software for the morphometric and functional analysis of the masticatory system, he has gained a deep knowledge on the function and kinematics of the jaw.

Presentation topic: 

3D dentistry according to the VieSID concept
Digital dentistry revolves around the true hinge axis

Abstract:

The surge of digital technics within the field of Dentistry has significantly affected the daily work of dental professionals. In prosthodontics, as in orthodontics and dental technologies, many processes are carried out virtually, from intraoral digital model creation to the morphing of splints, dentures or orthodontic appliances.
Despite the appeal of the digital techniques, both the dentists and the dental technicians shall aim to individualized treatment of the patient, based on a careful diagnosis, accurate treatment planning, still optimizing their workflows for efficient and cost-effective work.
With this presentation, I aim to discuss advantages and pitfalls of digital dentistry, and eventually, show innovative digital solutions and applications enabling implementation of occlusion medicine protocols in the virtual environment allowing to retain quality and accuracy. During such discussion, the importance of accurate identification of the patient´s hinge axis will become clear.

Lector — Togni Daniele graduated in 1988 at the University of Milan and some years later I joined the courses with prof. Cardonnet and prof. Rozencweiz.
Since 1994 there was a close cooperation with a surgeon to treat many of my patients with complex prosthetic rehabilitations on implants and this was the occasion for remarkable experience in the field of the latest digital radiology (CBCT) particularly for the diagnostics of the TMJ.
In 2005 I joined the courses at the Danube University of Krems (Austria) with Prof. Rudolf Slavicek and in 2011 I’ve got the title of Master of Science with a thesis about “Virtual articulator model in CAD software environment”.
In 2011 prof. R. Slavicek invited me to the international study group “Clubbing for science”: a quite interesting “multicultural environment» for scientific discussion where we worked together for many years.
In 2014, after some years of collaboration with Monica Casadei, I joined Prof. S Sato’s orthodontic course that was successfully completed in 2017.
From 2017 I was invited to be part of the VieSID scientific research group in Vienna: the permanent dialogue with the other members of the VieSID school is for me a fundamental educational experience.
Among the staff of VieSID, the Vienna school of Interdisciplinary Dentistry, I was one of the main responsible for the organization of the teaching material and since 2023 I am part of VieSID board with the responsibility of Didactic coordinator for the courses.
The holistic view of the patient’s problems is the only one I believe in; I want to practice a medicine based on solid scientific foundations and I am convinced that any dentistry without good gnathological knowledge is inadequate.
Since 1988 I successfully run my private dental practice as a self-employed in Lecco.
I’m happily married with Paola, and we have three children: Maddalena, Elisabetta and Martino.

Presentation topic: 

 «Individualized functional dentistry based on VieSID concept»

Abstract:
The clinical application of Evidence based medicine (EBM) has revealed treatment failures and flaws partly due to a distorted interpretation of its essence. In many fields of medicine, an approach accounting for the individuality of the patients is proving to be much more successful by considering their genetic characteristics and their individual response to environmental factors and drugs. This patient-tailored health-care model, referred to as «individualized medicine» or «precision medicine», has proven effective in treating cancer, cardiovascular diseases and other complex diseases. In this presentation, I will illustrate the main conceptual differences between individualized and evidence-based medicine, and will discuss the effects of the most common misinterpretations of these fundamental principles. I will also discuss the meaning of individualized medicine in dentistry by addressing the following questions: Are the concepts of individualized medicine applicable in dentistry? Are there areas of dentistry where the application of «individualized dentistry» could guarantee us greater clinical success than the EMB approach? How VieSID concepts support us in applying the “individualized functional dentistry” to be more successful in therapy?

Lector — Cinzia Fornai is VieSID scientific coordinator and board member.
She is a trained evolutionary anthropologist with main research interest in the evolution and function of the masticatory system. Currently affiliated also to the Center for Clinical Research, University Clinic of Dentistry Vienna, Department of Evolutionary Anthropology, University of Vienna, and Institute of Evolutionary Medicine, University of Zurich, Cinzia Fornai is in the unique position of orchestrating interdisciplinary research at the cross-road between dentistry, oral medicine and anthropology.
Cinzia Fornai has published over 30 articles in international, peer-reviewed journals including, Nature, Science and PNAS and has contributed to numerous scientific congresses in the field of physical anthropology, paleontological sciences, and evolutionary medicine. She has consolidated teaching experience and has organized scientific events, such as workshops and congresses.

Presentation topic:

The clinical and scientific evidence supporting mandibular repositioning
Abstract:
The clinical efficacy of mandibular advancement for TMJ orthopaedic problems, including disc derangement, joint degeneration, arthralgia and skeletal discrepancies has often been questioned, and some scholars have strongly argued against the application of irreversible oral treatments to solve craniomandibular pain and dysfunction. To address this long-standing debate, in this talk I will provide an overview of selected literature elucidating the matter. Different types of articles including experimental animal studies as well as clinical research and guidelines will be considered.
Experimental work conducted from the 1980s demonstrated the physiological response to mandibular advancement of both hard and soft TMJ tissues. Clinically, variable percentages of success in recapturing luxated discs and remodelling degenerating joints were reported. Notably, the literature consistently reported reduction of joint and muscle pain after TMJ orthopaedic treatment by mandibular repositioning. With this contribution, a synopsis of the most relevant literature supporting the validity of mandibular repositioning will be provided.

Lector — Joanna Trybuła Chmielewska — In the dental technology, the greatest opportunity to express myself in artistic expression gave me the ceramics. To this day I am fascinated by the possibilities I give, layers, transparens, translucations, opalescences, light plays, texture, surface. A small, living work, a sculpture that becomes someone’s smile. Motivaiting is the discovery of new techniques, and the possibilities of new materials and technologies, DSD, cad / cam is my toy in dayly work .Work directly with the patient and his flash in the eye when he gets a new smile is the best feeling. After starting my education in Viesid with prof.
R. Slavicek, my passion became occlusion. The desire to thoroughly understand the processes taking
place in the masticatory system constantly pushes me to develop in this direction. The acquired skills
and new technologies enable the performance of more and more precise, individualized prosthetic
work, which is a safe rehabilitation of the patient.
Being aware that using the right tools, I can give the patient not only aesthetic but fully functional
work, A small, living work, a sculpture that becomes someone’s smile. Its gives me great satisfaction
and a motor for exploring the arcuate knowledge of occlusion.

1977- born in Poznań Poland
1996- start practice in father’s dental laboratory
1998- finish DentalTechnical school
1998- Start work in own laboratory after father’s death
2002- Award in the laboratory poster competition
2003- Professional specialization exam in non removeable works
2013-The first Polish graduate — dental technician — Vienna School of Interdisciplinary
Dentistry VieSid prof. R.Slavicek
2014- connection of two companies and start new family brend Smiles Architects Smile
2014-Active Member of the Polish Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry PASE
2016 — KOL Key Opinion Leader for Renfert Company
2017 — KOL Key Opinion Leader for Cendre Metaux
2017- accreditation for teaching in Poland dental technicians in prof Slavicek concept.
Ofiicial Viesid Teachr
2018- Active member and founding member of polish abased of DDS Digital Dentistry Society
2017 Organize private dental school School of Smiles in Poland.
2019 — NAT internationam Trainer , Oclussal compas acordint Poltz/Schulz
2017-2023 lecturer at PASE, ITI, VieSID conferences
Since 2013 to this day I make ore then 250 full mouth functional wax-ups according prof.R
Slavicek rules, and more than 200 full mouth reconstruction with this concept

Presentation topic:

«Digital workflow and sequential print-up in Gamma browser and Exocad programs — Tricks, tips and pitfalls.»

Abstract: New digital technologies and software require new procedures. How toperform digital model analysis and planning of prosthetic work-also known as functional, sequential wax-up according to Prof.Slavick’s guidelines using the new 3D model of Gamma Browser andExocad programs. Are there any limitations to implementing such adigital project? How much precision can we achieve? Do we have tomake compromises and where? Can new software do the planning for us,or are the basics of analogue knowledge necessaryto navigate thesoftware? What inaccuracies do we have to deal with when usingdigital printing at various stages? What should we pay attention towhen choosing the type of printing? During my presentation, I willtry to talk about my experience gained over years of digital work asa dental technician working in the concept of prof. Slavicek

Lector — Dr. Anastasia Saltykova is a VieSID instructor expert in the application of the clinical instrumental functional analysis. She graduated at Moscow University, Russia and got a MSc in Dental Sciences at Danube University Krems, Austria.
She was a scientific assistant at Danube University Krems and has joined the VieSID team in 2008. She also operates a private practice in Moscow.

Presentation topic:

Assessment of the function of the Craniomandibular system by clinical instrumental analysis

Abstract:

The Vienna School of Interdisciplinary Dentistry – VieSID concerns itself with individualized functional dentistry, and thus relies on a complete and accurate diagnostic protocol for treatment planning. Different diagnostic tools for the assessment of the stomatognathic system are applied to evaluate the static and dynamic determinants of occlusion in relation to the skeletal and joint structures to ensure harmonious function and long-term stability of the masticatory system.

Clinical instrumental analyses, obtained using tools directly applied to the patient, play an important role in the rehabilitation of the stomatognathic system by providing morphological and kinematic information. The clinical instruments used in the VieSID diagnostic protocol such as the occlusogram and the brux checker are intended for a direct evaluation of the occlusal functions, including bruxism. Condylography is used to evaluate the mandibular movements to identify possible functional limitations in relation to morphological alterations of the TMJ.

In this presentation, the technical aspects of the most relevant types of clinical instrumental analyses will be illustrated. Their clinical relevance will be discussed as well, based on cases diagnosed according to the VieSID protocol showing how oral functions like chewing, speech, bruxism, swallowing, and postural stabilization can be improved by correcting the occlusion, restoring orthopaedic balance in the temporomandibular joints and face, and eventually improving the patient’s facial aesthetics.

Lector — Ian W. Tester D.D.S., M.Sc. is a graduate of the University of Toronto (1982). He is a Fellow and Past President of the Canadian Academy of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics (CARDP) and a member of numerous dental organizations including the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry (AARD). Dr. Tester practices general dentistry in St. Catharines, ON with a focus on treating the complex patient using interdisciplinary treatment. In 2004 he received a Master’s degree in Dental Sciences from Donau University in Krem’s, Austria studying with Dr. Rudolf Slavicek, Dr. Noshir Meta (Tufts University, Boston) and Dr. Sadao Sato (Kanagawa University, Japan). This degree was focused on treating the complex patient with orthodontics and prosthodontics. Dr. Tester lectures internationally on the topics of complex treatment planning, function, dysfunction, and reconstruction of the complex patient. He is a Senior Clinical instructor with the Vienna School of Interdisciplinary Dentistry (VieSID) at the University of Vienna, Austria, in the Advanced Prosthodontic Therapies Program. In addition, Dr Tester, along with Dr. Kim Parlett formed VieSID Canada (www.viesidcanada.com) in 2020 and in association with Master Dental Technologist, Stephan Provencher they teach the 15-day hands-on VieSID Basic Curriculum in Ancaster, Ontario.

Presentation topic:

VieSID: Essential Concepts to Elevate your Game
Abstract:
VieSID provides postgraduate education in individualized functional dentistry based on the concepts taught to us by our mentor, Professor Dr. Rudolf Slavicek (1928 — 2022), an Austrian medical doctor, former director of the University Dental Clinic Vienna, Medical University of Vienna.
Professor Slavicek recognized that the health of the masticatory organ was an important factor in overall systemic well-being. Thus, the importance of proper function and the prevention and reduction of dysfunction are cornerstones of Vie-SID teachings. Accordingly, Slavicek established a comprehensive diagnostic protocol for the assessment of the clinical, functional and morphological aspects of the masticatory systems, which is essential before undertaking any dental procedure.
This fast-paced lecture will provide an overview of the concepts taught by VieSID. It will begin with an illustration of the clinical challenges we face in dentistry followed by a discussion of what sets VieSID apart in diagnosis and treatment planning. This lecture will serve as an introduction for those who are new to VieSID concepts and as a reminder of the core principles of occlusion medicine for those who are more experienced.