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Jess Wilder
27 Eyl 2024
Dentistry at the Intersection of Digital and Analog with Erdem Kılıç: 2024 World Dental Congress

Dentistry at the Intersection of Digital and Analog with Erdem Kılıç: 2024 World Dental Congress
Held in the captivating atmosphere of Istanbul, the 2024 World Dental Congress brought together global professionals, academics, and industry leaders in oral and dental health. Co-organized with the Turkish Dental Association (TDA), this prestigious event offered a unique platform to discuss the latest technological advancements and scientific developments in dentistry worldwide.
One of the congress's most prominent speakers was Prof. Dr. Erdem Kılıç, a renowned expert in his field. As the founder of KLC Clinic and a specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery, Kılıç shared his vast knowledge of implant surgery and digital dentistry in two comprehensive sessions.
His first session, titled "A Surgical Perspective on Immediate Full Arch Rehabilitation: Analog and Digital," delved into the new possibilities offered by digital technologies in modern dentistry. Kılıç explained how implant treatments for patients in the final dentition phase or those completely edentulous can be performed with more precision, efficiency, and speed through case presentations. He compared the digital workflow with analog techniques, highlighting the advantages of both and the differences in clinical practice. This session provided innovative insights into the most advanced techniques in dentistry and made a significant impact at the congress.
Prof. Dr. Kılıç’s second session, "Immediate Implant Placement in Anterior and Posterior Extraction Sockets," focused on the surgical strategies involved in immediate implant placement following tooth extractions in the anterior and posterior regions. Through case-based analyses and live surgical videos, participants were able to gain a deeper understanding of these critical surgical steps. Additionally, they had the chance to apply implant placement techniques directly on jaw models, guided by Prof. Kılıç’s expertise.
Following the congress, Prof. Dr. Erdem Kılıç emphasized the transformative power of digital dentistry within the global oral health community: "Digital technologies are pushing the boundaries of precision and speed in dentistry. The knowledge and experiences shared at this congress provided an incredible opportunity to shape the future of dentistry together with my colleagues worldwide. Istanbul has become the center where these innovative changes are taking root."
One of the attending dentists shared their thoughts on the event, stating:"Prof. Dr. Erdem Kılıç’s presentations were truly inspiring in terms of advancing our surgical skills. Seeing the advantages of both digital and analog workflows in such a clear and practical manner was incredibly valuable. His case-based discussions and surgical videos offered crucial insights that we can immediately apply to our daily implant practices. This congress was a major boost to my professional development."
The 2024 World Dental Congress, guided by leaders like Prof. Dr. Erdem Kılıç, charted a course for innovation and excellence in dentistry, blending science and technology. The surgical approaches and digital workflows presented by Kılıç will offer the global oral and dental health community a new vision, driving the future of the sector forward.
Written by: Jess Wilder