“Uniting Asia Pacific for the future of Dentistry”
Congress Concept
The International Academy of Contemporary Dentistry (iACD) is an international academic platform for sharing cutting-edge knowledge and technologies, transcending national and cultural boundaries.
Currently, dentistry is undergoing a major paradigm shift. With advancements in areas such as the oral microbiome, regenerative medicine, and AI & digital dentistry, there is a greater need than ever for integration with general medicine. Guided by the philosophy of “Pioneering new dentistry from the East to the world,” this congress will bring together researchers and clinicians from across the Asia-Pacific region. As our inaugural congress, it marks a historic first step where the forefront of next-generation implant technologies and regenerative medicine will be unveiled to the world for the first time.
Main Program & Speakers
Special Lecture (Regenerative Medicine)
“Deciduous Tooth Pulp Stem Cell Supernatant Will Change the Future of Medicine (Tentative)”
Prof. Minoru Ueda
Professor Emeritus, Nagoya University
Special Lecture (Next-Generation Implants)
“Paradigm shift of dentistry with a dental implant like a natural tooth”
Prof. Shohei Kasugai
Director, Oral Maxillofacial Implant Center, Southern Tohoku General Hospital / Professor of Emeritus, Tokyo Institute of Sciences (Former, Tokyo Medical and Dental University)
Special Lecture (Digital Workflow)
” Can Photogrammetry and 3D Printing Complete the Digital Workflow for Implant Dentistry?”
Dr. Hirofumi Kido
Director, Kyushu Implant Clinic
Luncheon Seminar
“New Perspectives and Prospects for Improving Clinical Outcomes Using PBM Devices”
Dr. Suguro Tsujimura
President, iACD Japan Chapter / Tsujimura Dental Hospital
Moderator
Prof. Kei Tomihara (Japan)
Professor and Chair, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Niigata University. Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata, Japan. Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA)- Cancer Immunology (Prof. T.J. Kurie) – Orthognathic Surgery (Prof. Edward Ellis III) 2021–Present: Professor and Chair, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University.
Country Representative Lecture
Prof. Baek-il Kim (Korea)
Dr. Baek-Il Kim is Professor and Chair of the Department of Preventive Dentistry and Public Oral Health at Yonsei University College of Dentistry in Seoul, Korea, where he previously served as Vice Dean for Research Affairs. An internationally recognized authority in cariology, early oral disease diagnosis, and biofilm management, Dr. Kim is particularly distinguished for his pioneering work with Quantitative Light-Induced Fluorescence (QLF) technology.
Prof. Dr. Chandan Upadhyaya (Nepal)
Prof. Dr. Chandan Upadhyaya is Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS), Nepal, where he previously served as Director of the Dental Program. The Immediate Past President of the Nepalese Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (NAOMS) and a Councilor for the Asian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, he is credited with pioneering the practice of orthognathic surgery in Nepal in 2010.
Dr. Peng Kuo-Shu (Taiwan)
Dr. Peng has long been engaged in clinical dentistry, academic research, industry exchange, and cross-border dental collaboration throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Drawing on his extensive experience in clinical dental practice, dental education and professional training, as well as strategic planning within the dental industry, he has participated in numerous international dental conferences and collaborative projects across Asia.
Prof. Muhammad Ruslin (Indonesia)
Professor and Chair, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Niigata University. Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata, Japan. Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA)- Cancer Immunology (Prof. T.J. Kurie) – Orthognathic Surgery (Prof. Edward Ellis III) 2021–Present: Professor and Chair, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University.
Dr. Akira Chihara (Japan)
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iACD Board and Officers
Dr. Peter M. Loomer
iACD President
Dean of the School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio. Former Chairman, Ashman Department of Periodontology & Implant Dentistry, Director, Global Health for Oral Health Sciences, New York University Colleges of Dentistry & Global Public Health.
Time Schedule
Day 1: Sunday, November 1, 2026 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Morning Session
Moderator: Prof. Hirofumi Kido
| Time | Session / Title | Speaker / Details |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 9:10 AM | Opening Remarks | Prof. Peter M. Loomer (iACD President) |
| 9:10 AM – 11:10 AM | Keynote Lecture 1 (120 min) “Paradigm shift of dentistry with a dental implant like a natural tooth” | Prof. Shohei Kasugai |
| 11:10 AM – 11:40 AM | Sponsor Presentations | 5 companies (5 minutes each) |
Lunch Seminar
Sponsored by PBM Company
| Time | Session / Title | Speaker / Details |
|---|---|---|
| 11:40 AM – 12:30 PM | Lunch Seminar “New Perspectives and Prospects for Improving Clinical Outcomes Using PBM Devices” | Dr. Suguro Tsujimura |
Afternoon Session 1
Moderators: Prof. Kei Tomihara & Prof. Baekil Kim
| Time | Session / Title | Speaker / Details |
|---|---|---|
| 12:40 PM – 1:00 PM | Country Representative Lecture (Korea) “Prevention of Dental Diseases Across Asia, Including Emerging and Developing Countries” | Prof. Baekil Kim |
| 1:00 PM – 1:20 PM | Country Representative Lecture (Nepal) | |
| 1:20 PM – 1:40 PM | Country Representative Lecture (Taiwan) | Dr. Peng Kuo-Shu |
| 1:40 PM – 2:00 PM | Country Representative Lecture (Indonesia) | |
| 2:00 PM – 2:20 PM | Country Representative Lecture (Japan) | Dr. Akira Chihara |
Afternoon Session 2
Moderator: Prof. Shohei Kasugai (iACD AP Section President)
| Time | Session / Title | Speaker / Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2:40 PM – 4:40 PM | Keynote Lecture 2 (120 min) “Deciduous Tooth Pulp Stem Cell Supernatant Will Change the Future of Medicine (Tentative)” | Prof. Minoru Ueda |
| 4:40 PM – 4:50 PM | Board Member Appointment Ceremony | |
| 4:50 PM – | Group Photograph |
Day 2: Monday, November 2, 2026 (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Morning Session
Moderator: Dr. Yutaka Ikeda
| Time | Session / Title | Speaker / Details |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 9:10 AM | Opening Remarks | Prof. Shohei Kasugai (AP Section President) |
| 9:10 AM – 9:40 AM | Presentations | 6 companies (5 minutes each) |
| 9:50 AM – 11:50 AM | Keynote Lecture 3 (120 min) “Can Photogrammetry and 3D Printing Complete the Digital Workflow for Implant Dentistry? “ | Prof. Hirofumi Kido |
| 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM | iACD Fellowship Ceremony iDHA Fellowship Ceremony | |
| 12:50 PM – | Closing Remarks | Prof. Peter M. Loomer (iACD President) |
Event Details
| Target Audience | Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Technicians, and other Dental Professionals |
| Registration Fees | [Members] Dentists: ¥30,000 (Early Bird Rate / ¥35,000 for applications submitted from September 6) Dental Hygienists, Technicians & Staff: ¥10,000 [Non-Members] Dentists: ¥40,000 Dental Hygienists, Technicians & Staff: ¥10,000 |
| Capacity | 130 participants (First-come, first-served) |
| Venue | Tokyo International Forum, Hall D1（https://www.t-i-forum.co.jp/visitors/facilities/d1/） 3-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005 (Block D, 1F) • JR Lines: 1-min walk from Yurakucho Station / 5-min walk from Tokyo Station • Tokyo Metro: 5-min walk from Hibiya Station (Hibiya Line) |
| Date & Time | Day 1: Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Day 2: Monday, November 2, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
Registration & Inquiries
[Event Inquiries]
iACD Japan Secretariat (Contact: Kawashima)
3-3-3 Nishi-Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0065, Japan(c/o Kinmei Printing Co., Ltd.)
E-Mail：office@iacdjapan.jp
iACD Membership
First-year membership registration must be completed via the official U.S. website.(Enrollment fee + 1st year annual fee: $150 for Dentists / $50 for Dental Hygienists)