UAB Prodentum

Research fields: biocompatibility of prosthetic materials, prosthetic attachments, CAD / CAM digitally fabricated prostheses, the accuracy of impression techniques, the esthetic aspects of gingival tissues and dental restorations.

Education

  1995-2000 graduation studies at Kaunas University of Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry;

  2002 awarded a Japanese Government scholarship internship Tokyo Medical and Dental University (Japan);

  2002 - 2004 postgraduate studies in Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Department of Rehabilitation of masticatory function. Study Coordinators Assoc. H. Mizutani, Professor. T. Ohyama;

2004 scientific research “Retentive force properties of overdenture attachments during various dislodging patterns“ was awarded “The AR Frechette 2004 New Investigator Award” in Prosthetic Dentistry International Group IADR (International Association for Dental Research) at annual meeting in Honolulu, Hawaii (USA);

2004 completed specialization studies for prosthodontics at Vilnius University Institute of Odontology;

PhD degree in Dentistry, Biomedical Sciences.

Professional Experience

  – private practic;

  - Editor of magazine for dentists “Stominfo”;

  – prosthodontist at Vilnius University Stomatognatic system prosthodontics and physiology center ;

  -  Assistant professor at Vilnius University Stomatognatic system prosthodontics and physiology center ;

  – lecturer for continuing education courses for dentists in Lithuania and foreign countries;

  – Head of the Departament of Dental and Prosthetic Clinic at Vilnius University Institute;

  – Prosthodontist at dental clinic „Prodentum“;

  -  Associated Professor at Institute of Odontologyy at Vilnius University;

  - Prosthodontist - consultant at clinic “ Kardiolita“.

Scientific activities and professional qualification

  The author of scientific papers at international conferences, the author of scientific presentations at conferences in Lithuania. Participant of international and national conferences and training courses.

  The author of several articles, research publications, author and co-author of the textbooks in dentistry.

Achievements

 Founder of PI " Study Club of Prosthodontists”, uniting dental prosthetics specialists;

 Advicer of research projects at VU MF OI student scientific section, which won prizes in Lithuania and abroad.

Membership

Member of IADR, EAW, EPA, IMP, IRPMD organizations

 General practice dentist

Education

Dental studies at Vilnius University

Achievements and participation in research fields

Winner of international aesthetic restorations competition "Anatomic stratification technique following Lorenzo Vanini" in Chieti, Italy (organized by "G. d'Annunzio" University and MICERIUM company);

Internship in Italy at "G. d'Annunzio " University;

a report titled "Choice of Colors for direct composite restorations" presented at the

 conference "Modern Dentistry”;

a report titled “Regular and irregular aesthetic restoration" presented at the conference "Dentistry today”.

Work experience

Since dentist at Zalgirio VUL clinic;

dentist at JSC Prodentum.

Education & Work Experience

dental studies at Vilnius University, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Dentistry; private practice;

orthodontic residency at Vilnius University, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Dentistry;

Since dentist orthodontist at Žalgirio VUL clinic and in private practice.

 Practical training and participation in conferences:

– “Treatment of malocclusion” Kaunas;

- Practical training at Dr. Paolo Manzo Clinic, Naples, Italy.

- Practical training at Dr. Kirsten Nigula clinic in Estonia, Tallinn.

- "How to Manage Difficult orthodontic cases” Prof. Vincent Kokichi, Warsaw, Poland;

– “Class II malocclusion and skeletal anchorage management, orthodontic wire modeling” Dr. Paolo Manzo, Vilnius;

- "Modern orthodontic treatment and a variety of choices. How to divide labor” Dr. Anoop Sondhi, Vilnius;

- "Excellence in Orthodontics. Clinical tricks and tips for Achieving optimum, stable and aesthetic treatment results” Dr. Bjorn Ludwig, Traben-Trarbach, Germany;

Quintessence Baltic “Bruxismus” Kaunas;

"The Use of Mini-Implants in Orthodontics” Dr. Cesare Luzi, Vilnius;

- "Modern ideas in orthodontic treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders” Dr. Anoop Sondhi, Vilnius;

June- "A Healthy maitaining functional, Masticatory System Through orthodontic Therapy“  Jeff Okes, Istanbul, Turkey. Congress of the European Orthodontics Society. Istanbul, Turkey.

– “Modern temporomandibular disorders: diagnosis and treatment" Jeff Okes, Vilnius;

– Congress of Baltic Orthodontists  Association. Kaunas;

– “Challenges and Achievements in Restorative And Functional Dentistry”,Kaunas;

– “MBT treatment philosophy ”. Dr. Hugo Jose Treviers, Dr. Fredrik Bergstrand, Vilnius;

– “Time-tested biomechanics of orthodontic treatment” Dr. Wick Alexander, Vilnius;

– “Innovations in dental practice” Druskininkai;

– “Class II treatment”. Dr. Lisa ALVETRA,  Riga, Latvia;

– “Simplified aesthetic restoration of anterior teeth with composite methodology - theoretical and practical parts” Dr. Valdas Vilkinis, Vilnius;

– „Science in dental practice“, Vilnius;

- "Advanced theoretical and practical aspects of dental prosthesis”, Vilnius;

- "Treatment algorithms for achieving high aesthetic results using composite materials in the area of the front teeth“,  Lorenzo Vanini;

“Mistakes in clinical dentistry” Vilnius.

 Membership

Lithuanian Dental Chamber

Lithuanian Association of Orthodontists

Education

Vilnius University, Faculty of Medicine, Dental Studies programme

Professional Experience

- GP dentist at JSC „InMedica“;

– dentist at JSC "Kardiolita“.

Professional Qualification

Annual theoretical and practical training courses at Lithuanian professional (Lithuanian Dental Chamber, Association of Lithuanian Dentists, etc.) and other organizations (Quintessence Lithuania, etc.).

Membership

Member of Lithuanian Dental Chamber

Dental Technician

History studies at Kaunas Vytautas Magnus University, Faculty of Humanities;

Dental Technology Studies at Kaunas College, Faculty of Medicine;

Professional Activities: digital CAD / CAM technologies in the manufacture of dental prostheses. Numerical modeling of prostheses, milling application.

Participation in scientific researches:

"Fully anatomical zirconia crowns: steps towards to a perfect anatomy, function and aesthetics";

“Dental implants and fixed-removable prostheses. Intensive course for beginners”;

“Cranking temporary restorations on temporary abutments production methods. Gum-making strategies in order to maximize the aesthetic result”.