DT News – Pakistan – PDA unveils comprehensive scientific program for International Dental Congress 2025

Islamabad: THE Pakistan Dental Association (PDA) has announced an extensive and academically rich scientific program for the upcoming International Dental Congress 2025, scheduled to be held from December 26 to 28 in Lahore. It is organized in collaboration with Dental Trade and Manufacturers Associates Pakistan (DTMA)the conference will be held concurrently with the DTMA Trade Show, creating Pakistan’s largest integrated platform for clinical learning, research sharing and industrial innovation. The event will feature a comprehensive series of scientific sessions, interactive panel discussions and pre-conference hands-on workshops – bringing together dentists, educators, students and industry leaders from across Pakistan and abroad for an immersive three-day experience.

This important announcement follows the Landmark Memorandum of Agreement (MoU) signed earlier between PDA and DTMAsignaling a strategic alignment between professional education and industry advancement in the dental sector of Pakistan. The partnership aims to streamline annual dental events, reduce overlap and foster greater synergy between academia and the trade.

Comprehensive Scientific Program: A Deep Dive into the PDA 2025 Sessions

The PDA 2025 Conference presents a meticulously curated scientific agenda designed to address every aspect of modern dental practice — from restorative and aesthetic procedures to digital technologies, prosthetics, implants, endodontics, periodontics and clinical management. Each session will focus on integrating evidence-based knowledge with improving practical skills, ensuring delegates gain both theoretical understanding and practical proficiency.

Advanced Aesthetic & Digital Restorations

Topics include direct and indirect composite restorations. current trends and materials in ceramics. welding and cementing protocols. minimally invasive bonding dentistry. CAD/CAM workflows, intraoral scanning and in-office milling. CAD/CAM digital design of extracoronal restorations. and digital smile design with aesthetic case design.

Complete Prosthodontics & Occlusion

Sessions will explore treatment planning in fixed prosthodontics, occlusion in natural and artificial dentition, whole-mouth restoration planning, intraoral scanning (IOS), and implant-supported prostheses and screw-retained crowns – emphasizing accuracy and function.

Comprehensive Dental Care

This session highlights comprehensive treatment planning, the role of general dentists in multidisciplinary approaches, and the importance of clinical photography for dental records and documentation.

Endodontics: Techniques & Technology

Focused on clinical excellence, this session covers rotary instrumentation and irrigation techniques, reciprocating file systems, new pulp capping materials, vital pulp therapy and single-visit endodontics.

Minor Oral Surgery

Participants will gain information on complex extractions for general practitioners, surgical techniques for impacted wisdom teeth and basic principles of implant design and restoration.

Basic principles of implants

This section delves into digitally guided implant surgery, soft tissue management, and evidence-based protocols in implant therapy.

Pediatrics & Orthodontics

Topics include serial extractions and space maintenance, orthodontic case diagnosis, and treatment planning for both young and adult patients.

Periodontal Treatment

Sessions will cover the latest developments in scaling and root planing, advances in instrumentation, and the critical relationship between oral and systemic health.

Practice Development & Team Development

Aimed at practitioners and clinic owners, this session explores team building and retention strategies, effective digital marketing and social media management, and how to use key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and grow practice success.

Financial Management & Patient Relations

Areas of focus include insurance, billing, coding, patient communication, financial arrangements, and effective patient financing options to enhance treatment acceptance.

Dental Records, Risk Management & Compliance

Topics include setting up and running a practice, preparing for PHC inspection and registration and complying with healthcare commission regulations.

Facial Aesthetics

Practical modules will cover Botox, fillers and threading procedures — focusing on patient safety, facial harmony and the boundaries of ethical practice.

The Future of Dentistry

A long-term session exploring the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and 3D printing in clinical diagnostics, digital workflows and customized prosthetic solutions.

Pre-Conference Workshops: Building Skills in Practice

PDA pre-conference workshops will be conducted by national and international experts to provide participants with focused, hands-on experience in key clinical and management areas. Workshops include:

Smile Design
Control of cross-infections
CAD/CAM Digital Design of Extracoronal Restorations
IOS and implant-supported prostheses, screw-retained crowns and body scanning applications
Basic surgical techniques and wisdom tooth impaction procedures
Establishment & Management of Internship
Preparation for PPH Inspection and Registration
Digitally Guided Implant Surgery
Soft tissue management in implant surgery
Recursive file systems
Recover broken/partitioned files
Diagnosis of Cases for Orthodontic Treatment Modalities
Standardized Photography and Documentation in Clinical Dentistry
Full Body Rehabilitation Planning
Treatment Planning in Fixed Prosthodontics
Occlusion in natural and artificial dentures (Removable/Fixed/Implant Dentistry)
Diagnosis and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)
From impressions to insertion: Complete dentures made simple

Integration of science and industry

Aligned with the DTMA Trade Show, the PDA International Dental Conference 2025 will offer attendees a complete ecosystem of learning and innovation — allowing attendees to attend scientific sessions, explore cutting-edge dental technologies and communicate directly with manufacturers and suppliers under one roof.

This integration will bridge the gap between clinical practice and technological advances, providing dental professionals with a unique opportunity to learn, evaluate and adopt emerging tools and materials that enhance patient care.

Educational vision and strategic impact

The 2025 conference embodies PDA’s commitment to promoting dental education, clinical excellence and industry collaboration in Pakistan. Through evidence-based sessions, CME credit courses, and networking opportunities, the event will empower both professionals and students, ushering in a new era of learning, leadership, and innovation.

With its unifying approach and collaborative framework, the PDA International Dental Conference 2025 — held in conjunction with the DTMA Trade Show — promises to be the most important dental event of the year, setting new benchmarks for professional development and industry engagement in Pakistan’s oral health landscape.

Live webinar

Fri. 17 October 2025
5:00 am PKT (Islamabad)

Dr. Monil Mehta DMD

Live webinar

Fri. 17 October 2025
4:00 p.m. PKT (Islamabad)