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100 years anniversary of gnathology. Who we are and what we can do. Online participation

Gregor Slavicek
Сергей Гришин
Giorgio Fiorelli
Florian Slavicek
Anastasia Slavicek
Kseniya Nafigina
Григорий Попов
Alexey Lyan
Massimiliano Veronese
Giulia Tanteri
Андрей Жук
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Join us ONLINE for an extraordinary congress dedicated to the "100 Years anniversery of Gnathology"! 

 

Dive into the world of jaw movements, dental procedures, and innovative techniques that have revolutionized dentistry. Analyze a century of advanced experience, innovation, and progress in the field of dentistry.

 

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Lesson 1.100 years anniversary of gnathology. Who we are and what we can do. Day 1

Gregor SLAVICEK, Florian SLAVICEK

Gnathology – the past, the presence, the future

 

The term Gnathology was established 100 years ago. Searching and finding geometrical-mathematical principles of occlusion and the stomatognathic organ starts much earlier as pre-gnathological area. In the 1970ies, a breakthrough emerged due to hinge axis recording (instead of pantographic tracings) and the introduction of a cranial reference plane. Gnathology is often called a special discipline for the dysfunctional patient. This is wrong. Gnathology is, in the spirit of the fathers and pioneers, the discipline of occlusal functions and occlusal parameters, serving as fundament for all dental disciplines.
 

 

Sergey GRISHIN

Handling the complexity of gnathological parameters in Oral Rehabilitation

 

Functional parameters of occlusion and the craniomandibular system require a fundamental knowledge and excellent skills in planning and transferring for each individual patient. Vertical dimension, the therapeutic position, occlusal plane, spheric arrangement of teeth (sagittal and transversal) and a clear sequential occlusal guidance concept with canine dominance are a matter of the consequent application of gnathological principles.

 

 

Anastasia SLAVICEK, Giulja TANTERI

The temporo-mandibular joint – imaging, tracking, considering

 

Dealing with the structures and functions of healthy and disturbed TMJs is part of contemporary oral rehabilitation. The use of imaging techniques (CT-Scan, MRI) is mandatory. The clinical application of hinge axis recording techniques is crucial to understand not only the impact of pathologies on the mandibular dynamics, but also to establish a proper treatment strategy. Considering the temporo-mandibular joints is not only the task for so-called gnathologists, but for all dental disciplines.

 

Alexey LYAN, Grigory POPOV

Who we are and what we can do! The clinical application of contemporary gnathology dentistry

 

Gnathology and functionally oriented dentistry have been relegated to a subordinate department at most universities. On the other hand, many dental practitioners are very strongly oriented in this direction. On the one hand, in order to have certainty in diagnosis and treatment based on the comprehensible parameters, and on the other hand because the demands and expectations of patients require this. These presentations are held under the motto of the entire meeting: WWAAWWCD! (Who we are and what we can do).

Lesson 2.100 years anniversary of gnathology. Who we are and what we can do. Day 2

Sergey GRISHIN

Minimal Invasive Tooth Preparation – Occlusal Planning to save dental structure

 

Practicing dentists are increasingly confronted with the challenge of restoring caries-free teeth in young adults. The indication is often severe wear of the teeth and chewing surfaces due to bruxing. The preservation of the tooth structure requires the correct preparation techniques and knowledge of which occlusion should be implemented (back ward planning). Minimally invasive techniques are a decisive factor in the attractiveness of the dental practice for patients.
 

 

Alexey LYAN, Massimilano VERONESE

The challenge Oral rehabilitation: Edentulous mouth – partially edentulous mouth – dental abrasion – caries free occlusion

 

For 40 years now, modern gnathology has been transforming itself into a practice-oriented, fundamental discipline. The focus of clinical gnathology is by no means only on dysfunctional patients. Prosthodontics, especially in the case of severely reduced residual dentition or an edentulous mouth, benefits from gnathological thinking and workflows. Collaboration between the practice and laboratory is of particular importance. These aspects are brought together and discussed in this lecture.
 

 

Andrey ZHUK, Giorgio FIORELLI

Does Orthodontists need to think gnathological? In the adult? In the child? In the adolescent?

 

The role of orthodontics is of great importance in many stages of a patient's life. The focus here is on harmonizing the dental parameters with the individual skeletal structure. This requires knowledge of all developmental stages of the craniomandibular system, early diagnosis of deviations from normal development and targeted intervention. Precise coordination of the occlusion with the temporomandibular joint is also necessary when treating adults. Modern orthodontics is more than just shaping dental arches. Gnathological principles can be implemented with today's orthodontic concepts if the orthodontic technique is adapted to the functional parameters and not vice versa.
 

 

Anastasia SLAVICEK, Ksenia NAFIGINA, Florian SLAVICEK

The importance of occlusal functions during diagnostics, treatment and follow up

 

A valid measurement procedure has been developed to measure, visualize and understand the occlusal processes. The visualization helps the patient and relatives to recognize the need for detailed diagnostics. The tests are easy to implement clinically and do not involve a high financial or technical outlay. The use of the Brux Checker Analysis and the chewing function test is therefore an effective tool for monitoring the course of treatment. A good functional treatment result, which is visualized with these tests, increases the value of the treatment enormously. The use of the tests as screening, as a diagnostic procedure at the start and during the course of treatment and subsequently to measure long-term functional stability is a modern tool for a patient-oriented dental practice.

Lecturers 11

Professor at Steinbeis University Berlin, Germany (appointed 2011). Founder and CEO of OREHAB MINDS GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany (since January 2019), a company focused on digital functional diagnostics and development of advanced diagnostic systems for masticatory function. Former Director of the BID (Biomedical Interdisciplinary Dentistry) Transfer Institute at Steinbeis University Berlin (2008-2021). Specialist in functional dentistry, gnathology, and interdisciplinary treatment of craniomandibular disorders. Maintains private practice at Zahnmedizin im Rudolfinerhaus, Vienna, Austria, as Research Fellow focusing on clinical studies in craniomandibular disorders, clinical functional analysis, and occlusion medicine.

 

Over 40 years of combined clinical, academic, and research experience in functional dentistry and temporomandibular disorders. Expert in systematic functional analysis (SFA), condylography, clinical functional analysis, splint therapy, and full-mouth occlusal rehabilitation based on the renowned Slavicek Concept developed by his father, Professor Rudolf Slavicek. Pioneer in developing digital diagnostic technologies including the Orehab Condylocomp LR system for precise condylar movement registration and Freecorder Bluefox for digital jaw tracking. Research focuses on TMJ biomechanics, bruxism, occlusal design, and cybernetic approaches to stomatognathic system disorders.

 

Honorary Member of the Romanian Dental and Maxillo-Facial Prosthetic Society (2019). Honorary Member of the Italian Association of Gnathology (AIG, 2017). Visiting Professor at First Moscow State Medical University (I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University), Russia (2013, 2014-2018). Honorary Professor at Ukrainian Medical Stomatological Academy (2012). Permanent Member of the University Council, Steinbeis University Berlin. Former Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Stomatology and Occlusion Medicine (2008-2010). Author of over 50 peer-reviewed publications in international journals on gnathology, TMJ disorders, functional analysis, and occlusion. Co-author of recent publications including "Occlusion and TMJ: Systematic Approach to Oral Splints" in Stomatological Education Journal (2024). International lecturer teaching the Slavicek Concept worldwide with extensive courses in Europe, Asia, and Middle East on condylography, functional wax-up, interdisciplinary dentistry, and splint therapy. Director of comprehensive 2-year modular programs on "Interdisciplinary Dentistry in the Slavicek Concept" in Vienna, teaching systematic diagnostics and full occlusal rehabilitation.

 

MD (Doktor der gesamten Heilkunde - Doctor of General Medicine) from University of Vienna, Medical School, Austria (1978-1984, graduated 1984). DMD (Facharzt für Zahn-, Mund- und Kieferheilkunde - Specialist in Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine) from University of Vienna, School of Dentistry (1985-1986). Postgraduate training in Orthodontics at Royal Dental College, Aarhus, Denmark (1987). Postgraduate training in Orthodontics and Orthopedics at Department of Orthodontics, Royal Dental College, Aarhus, Denmark (1989). MSc in Clinical Research from Vienna Medical University (2010). Diploma in Clinical Research from Vienna School of Clinical Research (VSCR), University of Vienna (2009-2010). Diploma "Prüfarzt" (Clinical Investigator) from Austrian Working Group for Clinical Pharmacology (2007).

 

Gnatologist and prosthodontist specializing in functional dentistry and minimally invasive rehabilitation. Founder and owner of Clinic of Functional and Minimally Invasive Dentistry by Dr. Grishin, Russia.

 

Over 20 years of clinical experience in complex oral rehabilitation guided by gnathological principles. Specialist in management of craniomandibular system dysfunctions, occlusal reconstruction, and treatment of patients with TMJ disorders and bruxism. Trained in contemporary gnathology principles combining functional analysis with minimally invasive prosthetic protocols. Expert in vertical dimension establishment, therapeutic position determination, and hinge axis recording techniques.

 

International lecturer teaching functional dentistry and gnathological concepts at congresses worldwide. Regular speaker at gnathology forums including "100 Years Anniversary of Gnathology" Congress alongside Professor Gregor Slavicek and leading European functional dentistry specialists. Presents on handling complexity of gnathological parameters in oral rehabilitation, occlusal planning to preserve tooth structure, and minimally invasive preparation techniques for worn dentition.

 

DDS. Advanced training in gnathology and functional occlusion in Austria under the Wiener Schule tradition. Specialist in articulator-based treatment planning, facebow transfers, and integration of imaging (CT-Scan, MRI) for TMJ diagnosis. Practice equipped with state-of-the-art technology for functional analysis and digital workflows. Provides interdisciplinary treatment combining prosthodontics, gnathology, and conservative dentistry for patients with complex functional and aesthetic needs.

 

Orthodontist and software developer specializing in orthodontic biomechanics, treatment planning, and digital mechanics design. Creator of T3do and DMA software systems for orthodontic diagnosis and biomechanical analysis.

 

Over 25 years of clinical experience focusing on segmented arch technique, adult orthodontic treatment, and computer-assisted orthodontic practice. Developed digital occlusogram methodology and virtual articulator systems for mandibular repositioning and 3D treatment planning.

 

International lecturer teaching orthodontic biomechanics courses across Europe and beyond. Co-published the multimedia software "Biomechanics in Orthodontics" with Professor Birte Melsen, establishing educational standards for force systems and statically determinate mechanics in contemporary orthodontics.

 

MD, DDS, and orthodontic postgraduate degrees from the University of Siena, Italy.

 

Dental technician and managing director; son of Gregor Slavicek and grandson of the legendary Professor Rudolf Slavicek — founder of the Vienna School of Interdisciplinary Dentistry (VieSID) and one of the twentieth century's most influential figures in gnathology and occlusal medicine. Managing Director of Orehab Minds GmbH (Stuttgart, Germany) — the company co-founded by Gregor Slavicek to develop, manufacture, and distribute the next-generation gnathological instruments, condylographic recording systems, articulators, and CAD/CAM tools that embody the Slavicek Concept 4.0 — the integration of the classic Rudolf Slavicek functional diagnosis protocols with modern digital dentistry workflows including virtual articulators and AI-assisted occlusal analysis.

 

Degree in Dental Technology; Bachelor of Science in Dental Technology — Germany.