MORE than 800 dentists and specialists participated in the 10th edition of the Bahrain International Dental Conference and Exhibition (DLS10).
The two-day event, which was held at the Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence and Spa, Manama, brought together experts, academics and healthcare professionals to discuss the latest advancements in dentistry and oral healthcare.
It was accredited by the National Health Regulatory Authority and was held in co-operation with the Bahrain Medical Society, the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, the Kuwait Institute for Medical Specialisations and the Kuwait Dental Association.
“Since the launch of the first edition, the conference has enjoyed consistent support and encouragement, which has greatly contributed to strengthening its position as a trusted scientific platform,” said conference president Dr Mohammed Shahda.
Supreme Council of Health chairman Lieutenant General Dr Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdulla Al Khalifa inaugurated the conference, highlighting Bahrain’s standing as a regional and international centre for dental excellence.
The programme featured a comprehensive series of lectures and workshops. Key topics included digital dentistry, artificial intelligence in diagnosis and treatment, orthodontic management for patients with cleft lip and palate, care for sickle cell disease patients in oral and maxillofacial surgery and the use of laser technology in dentistry.
It also explored advances in the management of periodontal diseases, paediatric dental health, orthodontics, and dental implants, providing participants with valuable insights into emerging trends and best practices in the field.
Bahrain Medical Society president Dr Amer Al Derazi reaffirmed the society’s ongoing support for the conference, describing it as one of the most prominent and influential medical events in Bahrain.
The 11th edition of the gathering, DLS11, will be held from October 29 to 31 next year.
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