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ITI and SAAAD are proud to announce the first truly interdisciplinary program in South Africa. From general practitioner to orthodontists, prosthodontists, MFOS and periodontists, we have come together to bring you a conference specifically designed around the dental team. Proving that by working together we will achieve the ultimate in aesthetic results.

Over the two days, delegates will have the opportunity to learn from local and international speakers. Each addressing the key role their specialty can play in diagnosis, treatment planning, and the best implementation. Teamwork and interdisciplinary treatment planning always being the core message.

Addressing such topics as:

  • How do we plan complex cases
  • What happened to the VDO?
  • The complete digital workflow
  • The role of orthodontics
  • Modern material choice
  • The place for GBR


A first for South Africa

This is the first truly case driven program. From simple to complex, each day will feature specific cases and we will diagnose, treatment plan and complete each case. Showing step by step the role each specialty plays in achieving the ultimate aesthetic goal. 

 

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Cases to be discussed on SAAAD DAY 

 

Dr Sjoerd Smeekens - Case Downlaod

Dr Andy Effting - Case Download


At a Glance

ITI Day: 26 May - The team approach to Modern Implant Treatment

SAAAD Day: 27 May - Comprehensive Treatment Planning. From start to finish

  • 10 International and National Speakers
  • Date: 26 - 27 May: 9am to 5pm
  • Cost: From as little as R 1 450
  • Venue: FNB Convention Centre, Sandton, Johannesburg
  • Registration Opens 1 March 
  • 13 CPD points Applied for

Final Program Download 

 


Our Speakers

Dr Sjoerd Smeekens

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Dr Sjoerd Smeekens is the ideal speaker to lead such an interdisciplinary program.  He is one of very few dentists to have achieved board certification as a Reconstructive Dentist by the Swiss Society of Reconstructive Dentistry (SSRD), which includes periodontology, implantology, TMD and Prosthodontics. He has a further registration as a Prosthodontist with the German Society of prosthodontics and is an executive member of the Nederlands Vlaamse Vereniging voor Restauratieve Tandheelkunde (NVVRT).

Dr Smeekens runs a unique interdisciplinary clinic in the Netherlands and teaches a comprehensive interdisciplinary program at The Institute for Reconstructive Dentistry. Dr Smeekens is a world leader in interdisciplinary treatment planning and reconstructive dentistry.  Making him the leader in any interdisciplinary program. 

 

Dr. Tim Joda 

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Dr. Joda works as Research Associate and Program Director of Postgraduate Education at the Department of Reconstructive Dentistry & Gerodontology at the University of Bern/ Switzerland. In addition, he is the Head of the Section for Digital Reconstructive Technology + Implant Dentistry. 

Dr. Joda is triple-trained and Board Certified as Specialist in Prosthodontics, Implant Dentistry, and Periodontology; and has gained an MSc Degree in Prosthetic Dentistry & Biomaterials as well as a PhD Degree in Reconstructive Dentistry & Implant Therapy. 

Dr. Joda was a Visiting Assistant Professor at Harvard School of Dental Medicine Boston/ USA in 2014. Moreover, he has been appointed as Associate Professor at the University of Siena/ Italy since 2016. His main clinical interests are fixed implant treatment protocols. Dr. Joda initiated numerous projects in the field of clinical and translational research related to digital dental technologies and optimization of implant workflows. He received several peer-reviewed research grants as principal investigator and has won research prizes from the Swiss Boards of Reconstructive Dentistry (SSRD) and Implantology (SGI). 

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Final Program Download 


 The Cost

 

Category   Price
SAAAD & ITI Member R 1 450
ITI Member R 1 950
SAAAD Member R 2 250
Non-Members R 2 750

 

The fees quoted are for both the 26th and 27th May and are inclusive of VAT.

ITI members attend ITI Day 26 May at no cost.

For single day registration options, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

All fees include: 

  • Entrance to the scientific program;
  • Entrance to the exhibition,
  • Lunch & 3 Teas on both days.
  • Transport to and from the Sandton Gautrain station by arrangement.

All special dietary requirements are to be arranged in advance and will carry additional charges.

For further details and special requirements please contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

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The Venue

Centrally situated in the Sandton business district and surrounded by major shopping and entertainment complexes, The FNB  Conference Centre is the ideal venue. With a complimentary shuttle service from the Sandton Gautrain there is also no reason to spend hours in traffic.

For those coming from out of town, the 120 contemporary bedrooms cater for all your needs with satellite television, Wifi, a safe and tea & coffee making facilities. Buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinners are served in the restaurant daily.

For more information on the venue, shuttle service and accommodation, please contact:

 087 032 8000 / 011 269 8000 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Dr Andy Effting

Treasurer

Dr Andy Effting graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand in 1981, receiving the Henry St John Randolph Award for Best All-Round Student.

In 1983, he founded Hout Bay Dental Studio, now a leading aesthetic and restorative dentistry practice.

A founding member of SAAAD, Andy has served on its Executive Committee since 2010. He has authored articles in Dentistry SA, presented numerous case studies, and appeared on radio and television discussing dental health.

His special interests include metal-free, minimally invasive dentistry and a holistic approach to patient care.

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Dr Shanné Maree

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Dr Shanné Maree is a restorative dentist and owns DENTAL HAUS™️ in Val de Vie Winelands Estate, Paarl.

She earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2017 and completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Endodontics (cum laude) in 2019.

Passionate about education and innovation, Shanné serves on the SAAAD Executive Committee and has lectured for SADA, ITI, and SAAAD.

She is dedicated to a holistic approach to health, function, and facial aesthetics, ensuring exceptional patient care.

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Dr Chris Traut

Exco Member

Dr Chris Traut graduated top of his class from the University of the Western Cape in 2016. He has been in private practice in Bryanston for six years, focusing on modern, digitally-driven dentistry.

He holds an Advanced Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry diploma and is certified in interceptive orthodontics, Damon fixed orthodontics, clear aligner therapy, and implantology. Passionate about the Align, Bleach, and Bond approach, he specialises in digitally guided resin restorations using the injection-moulding technique.

Chris is actively involved in hands-on dentist training, serves on the SAAAD Executive Committee, and is a member of the International Team for Implantology.

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Dr Kaveer Ratan

Exco Member

Dr Kaveer Ratan is a restorative dentist focusing on cosmetic and implant dentistry.

He obtained his dental degree from the University of the Western Cape and a Postgraduate Diploma in Implantology from the University of Pretoria.

A Key Opinion Leader for GC, Kaveer practices at Ratan & Singh Advanced Dentistry in Cape Town.

Passionate about education, he has lectured for The Bridge Program, Nexus, and SADA, sharing his expertise with the next generation of dentists.

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Dr Christiaan Victor

Exco Member

Dr Christiaan Victor obtained his BChD degree from the University of Pretoria in 2001 and started his private practice in 2002.

With over two decades in private practice, he has developed expertise in implantology and endodontology, earning multiple postgraduate qualifications, including an MSc Dent (cum laude) in 2020.

Passionate about advancing clinical excellence, he lectures on endodontics and implantology and is an active member of Study Group 1.

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Dr Nadia van Wyk

Exco Member

Dr Nadia van Wyk is a visionary clinician with expertise in orthodontics, endodontics, and digital smile design.

As her practice's founder and clinical director, she is dedicated to combining cutting-edge technology with patient-centred care to achieve exceptional aesthetic outcomes.

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