Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, in collaboration with Qatar University, is proud to present a forthcoming symposium and workshop dedicated to the field of sports dentistry. This event will provide a valuable platform for healthcare professionals to explore the latest advancements and best practices in this specialized area.

The symposium, titled "Contemporary Prevention and Management of Dental Trauma in Sports Dentistry," will be held in Aspetar on Thursday, October 31, 2024. This event will bring together leading experts to discuss the latest research, innovative techniques, and evidence-based approaches to address the unique dental challenges faced by athletes.

Dr. Mohammed Alsaey, Chair of the Scientific Committee, Director of Aspetar Sports Dentistry stated,

We are excited to organize this symposium and workshop, which will provide valuable insights into the prevention and management of dental trauma in sports. Our partnership with Qatar University is essential to advancing the field of sports dentistry in Qatar based on scientific evidence for the well-being of athletes.

Attendees will gain an understanding of the epidemiology of oral injuries, including the prevalence of dental trauma in sports and its correlation with overall bodily injuries. Additionally, participants will acquire practical skills for preventing and managing dental injuries, including best practices for optimizing the success of dental implants post-trauma. Highlighting the importance of comprehensive screening and regular dental check-ups for athletes and its impact on the athletes’ performance.

The event will also address interdisciplinary approaches, highlighting the impact of stomatognathic system pathologies on overall bodily function, particularly within the musculoskeletal system. Furthermore, attendees will learn about the biomechanical properties that contribute to effective mouthguard design for athlete protection.

The accompanying workshop on ‘Aesthetic Restorations in Young Athletes’ is specifically tailored for dental professionals working with pediatric athletes. Participants will identify common dental issues faced by young athletes and develop appropriate treatment plans utilizing contemporary aesthetic restorative techniques. The hands-on portion of the workshop will allow attendees to practice restoring teeth using advanced materials.

This event is designed for a diverse range of professionals, including sports medicine physicians, dentists, nurses, and allied health professionals. By participating, attendees will have a unique opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills in oral trauma prevention and management within the sports context.

For registration, please visit:  www.aspetar.com/dental-trauma

About Aspetar:

Aspetar is a world-leading specialised orthopaedic and sports medicine hospital and the first of its kind in the Middle East. Since 2007, with a world expert team, the hospital has provided top-level comprehensive medical treatment to all athletes in a state-of-the-art facility that sets new standards internationally.

In 2009, Aspetar was accredited as a “FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence” by F-MARC. In 2013, Aspetar was adopted as a reference collaborator centre by the Gulf Countries Council (GCC) Health Ministers Council and “The IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health” in 2014.

In 2015, Aspetar has been recognised as the “IHF Reference Centre for Athlete and Referee Health”. In the same year, the hospital also achieved obtained-on December 15 the Accreditation Canada International (ACI) “Platinum Level”.

Aspetar is a member–organisation of Aspire Zone Foundation, Qatar’s innovative sports and healthy lifestyle destination.