It’s back! The IAS Global Symposium has returned due to popular demand, and it’s going to be our best ever. This time, we’re in the Netherlands – so bring your clogs, and your loupes. Over recent years, IAS have grown significantly, we’re now ready to bring you all the Ortho and Restorative insights, training, and knowledge you can possibly manage, alongside the incredible community spirit we’ve always nurtured.
There is so much packed into this event, and you’ll gain superb exposure to IAS, and everything we can give you to make you a better dentist. Our wonderful (and patient!) clinicians are still talking about the last IAS Symposium, which thanks to the pandemic (amongst other craziness) – was all the way back in 2018, so whilst we don’t intend to leave it that long again, we suggest you do not miss this.
Symposium Ethos
The IAS Academy World Symposium is more than an event – it’s a global meeting of minds dedicated to advancing clinical excellence. Across two days of immersive workshops, cutting-edge lectures, and collaborative networking, we unite science, innovation, and practical application to empower clinicians worldwide.
This symposium is about context, not dogma. It’s about understanding the “why” behind protocols, the “how” behind implementation, and the “what next” for patient care. Expect evidence-driven insights, real-world strategies, and a community committed to raising standards together.
Why do I need to be there?
By the end of the symposium, delegates will:
- Gain clarity on emerging trends and research shaping dentistry, health, and patient outcomes.
- Explore practical frameworks for integrating advanced techniques into everyday clinical workflows.
- Learn from global thought leaders on topics spanning nutrition, systemic health, and interdisciplinary care.
- Participate in hands-on workshops designed to translate theory into actionable skills.
- Build connections with peers and innovators to foster collaboration beyond the event.
Day 1 - Immersive Workshops & Networking
The IAS Academy World Symposium begins with a dynamic, hands-on day. Delegates will rotate through 8 interactive, 60–90 minute workshops led by expert clinicians. These sessions offer a practical taste of advanced techniques, creating value and generating interest in future IAS courses.
Workshop 1:
Tif Qureshi – Ortho Restorative Workshop
- Educate your patients on the benefits of Ortho-Restorative treatments.
- Spot tooth wear early, and use preventative measure to stop it getting worse.
- Make your restorations REALLY last - top tips from 20 year old cases.
Workshop 2:
Shiraz Khan – Diligent Occlusal Exams
- To treat or not to treat - find the complexities early!
- What to look out for - what's common, what's rare.
- Adding value to exams, and discussing your patient's teeth.
Workshop 3:
Ross Hobson – Advanced Clinical Concepts
- How to decide which teeth to extract? Or whether to extract at all!
- Removable appliances on children - the basics.
- What's possible with Orthodontics
Workshop 4:
Josh Rowley – The Movement of the Mouth
- Synergistic vs Antagonistic tooth movements
- Biomechanics and predictability
- Appliance selection
Workshop 5:
Prav Solanki – I'm in the Teeth Business
- You can't do it all - delegation strategies
- The Word of Mouth
- Agilio - why they've made such a huge difference
Workshop 6:
Stephen O'Connor – The Specialist's Toolbox
- Finishing and detailing - how to make a good result, great.
- Tips and tricks to get where you need to be.
- The most important thing I was taught about clinical outcomes.
Workshop 7:
Andy Wallace – Let's Put Things White
- The science of bleaching and shade matching.
- How to make this treatment profitable.
- Avoid the biggest risks with whitening.
Workshop 8:
Nik Sethi – Diastemas
- Managing space closures without Orthodontics.
- Consent - not every space needs to be closed.
- Retain or it'll be back!
Day 1 (Evening) - Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone?
After a full day of wranglin’ knowledge with the world’s top clinicians, when the hands-on sessions wind down, it’s time to kick off your boots and mosey on over to the IAS Academy’s Day One Evening Dinner.
This ain’t just supper—it’s your chance to swap stories and strike up friendships in a laid-back, Western-style setting. Saddle up for an unforgettable night of camaraderie at our Cowboy Bar, where the spirit of the frontier meets first-class hospitality.The IAS Academy World Symposium is more than an event – it’s a global meeting of minds dedicated to advancing clinical excellence. Across two days of immersive workshops, cutting-edge lectures, and collaborative networking, we unite science, innovation, and practical application to empower clinicians worldwide.
Day 2 - Lectures
Day two shifts to a full-day lecture format, featuring a mix of internal IAS faculty and external thought leaders. These sessions will deliver cutting-edge insights, practical strategies, and interdisciplinary perspectives.
Lecture 1:
Josh Rowley – Airway dentistry alongside Orthodontics for the GDP.
- Where’s the line - how can GDPs help overall health.
- Sleep disordered breathing.
- The role of Orthodontics within airway management.
Lecture 2:
Nik Sethi – Aesthetics aren’t everything - functional dentistry.
- Beautiful cases that don’t last.
- Restorations that preserve tooth structure.
- Imperfect perfection - keeping it realistic.
Lecture 3:
Nina Shaffie – Removable Orthodontics - design or technique?
- Does the plastic really matter?
- Trimlines - how crucial are they?
- Can good design beat poor technique, and vice versa?
Lecture 4:
Tif Qureshi & Shiraz Khan – Joint Lecture - Why longevity is important AND lucrative.
- Why my patients not coming back, keeps them coming back.
- Less is more in dentistry - helping patients value minimally invasive treatment.
- 5 best ways to guarantee lifetime patients.
Lecture 5:
Ross Hobson & Stephen O'Connor – Joint Lecture - Why Specialists think GDPs shouldn’t do Orthodontics.
- What’s being missed?
- GDP Orthodontics vs Specialist Orthodontics - where’s the line?
- This is what we want from GDPs conducting Ortho.
Lecture 6:
Prav Solanki – Business & Growth Strategies
- Medicine vs Money - Ethical business practices.
- Expanding without overworking.
- Implementation - times are changing.
Day 2 - An Evening of Distinction
After two days of world‑class learning and collaboration, the IAS Academy invites delegates to conclude the symposium with a refined black‑and‑blue‑tie Gala Dinner.
Set within an atmosphere of timeless elegance, the evening features exceptional dining, curated entertainment, and the company of leading clinicians from around the globe. It’s a moment to celebrate insight, innovation, and the shared pursuit of clinical excellence — all in a setting designed to inspire.
Dress with distinction. Dine with distinction.
An unforgettable finale to the IAS Academy World Symposium.
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Please note, prices are inclusive of the event only and do not include flights or accommodation.