Bromley and Beckenham Section - Orthognathic treatment

What to expect

Ahmed Din will present a session on surgery first orthognathic treatment that explores the surgery-first approach in orthognathic treatment, covering case selection, and virtual planning workflows. This insightful lecture will use real cases to illustrate planning, execution, and stability, whilst also highlighting common challenges and practical strategies to improve outcomes within an MDT framework.

Timings

18:45 Registration

19:30 Lecture - Ahmed Din

20:30 Networking

21:00 Finish

Learning objectives

• Identify when a surgery-first approach is appropriate
• Apply key case selection criteria
• Describe the workflow from planning to long-term stability
• Use of virtual planning in surgery-first cases
• Recognise common pitfalls and describe strategies to avoid them.

Meet the speaker

Ahmed is a Consultant Orthodontist at The Royal London Hospital and Queens Hospital, Essex, where he is also the Clinical Lead.  His unique skillset allows him to treat complex cases. Apart from routine orthodontic treatment for children and adults, his special interests include the management of facial deformity cases (orthognathic), the use of Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs), and Invisalign.

After qualification, Ahmed attained a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Dentistry in Orthodontics in 2018.  He is on the GDC’s specialist dental register and was awarded the highest Orthodontic qualification, the Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination, jointly awarded by all three Royal Colleges of England and Scotland. 

He is dedicated to continuous learning and staying at the forefront of the field. As a Clinical Lecturer at Queen Mary’s University of London and an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, he actively contributes to teaching and examining. He is a published author of multiple articles in peer-reviewed journals.

Ahmed’s expertise and commitment to transforming smiles have made him a trusted choice for individuals with complex orthodontic needs. His passion lies in delivering innovative and patient-centred care, and he has established his work to combine cutting-edge technology with personalised treatments. He has ensured accurate and efficient treatment for patients by integrating a fully digital workflow, including the option for remote monitoring.