On May 29-30-31, 2026, the Hualing Tbilisi Sea Plaza will host GIDS 2026, Georgia’s premier international dental exhibition. This event features the Dental Innovation Forum 2026, a unique platform combining a scientific conference and a comprehensive exhibition in one space.
The event is held with the official support of FDI-ERO and will be attended by distinguished guests, including the Presidents of these organizations. The exhibition, showcasing the latest medical materials, innovations, and technologies, will run throughout all three days.
May 29, 2026 Main Stage
12:00 – 13:00 Opening Ceremony
Ketevan Gogilashvili – President of the Georgian Dental Association (Georgia) Nikolai Sharkov – President of the FDI World Dental Federation (Bulgaria) Edoardo Cavallè – President of the FDI-ERO European Regional Organization (Italy)
15:00 – 19:00 Pediatric and Adult Conservative Dentistry Section
Management of oral diseases in oncology patients before and after starting chemo and radiotherapy
Sopio Samkharadze, DMD, PhD, Professor, Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at the European University, Vice-President of the Georgian Dental Association
Endodontics of deciduous teeth today: Challenges and modern concepts
Elene Kharashvili, Pediatric Dentist, Orthodontist, Georgian Association of Pediatric Dentists Association
Management of single discolored teeth via direct restoration
Tea Rubinidze, Member of the Board of Experts of the Georgian Dental Association
Mineralization of dental hard tissues using modern methods
Sopio Samkharadze, DMD, PhD, Professor, Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at the European University, Vice-President of the Georgian Dental Association
Patient’s medical history and dental risks
Ketevan Gogilashvili, DMD, PhD, Professor, Head of the Department of Conservative Dentistry at Tbilisi State University, President of the Georgian Dental Association
May 30, 2026
Main Stage
11:00 – 15:00 Orthodontics Section
From digital planning to clinical results: Biomechanics of aligner treatment
Nino Beridze, Orthodontist, Georgian Association of Pediatric Dentistry
Possible compromises during orthodontic treatment: Non-surgical management instead of surgical intervention
Tamar Kublashvili, PhD, Orthodontist, Member of the American Association of Orthodontists and its Ambassador to Georgia
The importance of the functional matrix during orthodontic treatment
Tamar Topuria, PhD, Orthodontist, Association of Functional Dentistry
Active, passive, and dual-activation self-ligating brackets, sequence of archwires for effective orthodontic treatment
Gvantsa Dolidze, PhD, Exclusive Representative of “American Orthodontics” in Georgia
15:00 – 19:00 Periodontology Section
BIO-NECK concept: A new vision in implantology – An innovative approach focused on biological and mechanical harmony of the implant neck area to ensure long-term stability and health of peri-implant tissues
Robert Fromental – Periodontist, Implantologist, Prosthodontist, International Lecturer, and President of the ESPACE 14 Educational Society – College of Dental Implantology Research and Education (Lyon, France)
Treatment of gingival recession and review of long-term results
Tea Natsvlishvili, Periodontist, Head of the Albius International PerioSchool
The role of clinical strategy in the early diagnosis of periodontal diseases
Nato Abuladze, Georgian Society of Periodontology and Implantology
Non-carious cervical lesions – from etiology to treatment
Nana Vasadze, President of the Georgian Society of Periodontology and Implantology
Prevention of periodontal diseases (primary and secondary prevention)
Salome Jmukhadze, Georgian Society of Periodontology and Implantology
May 31, 2026 Main Stage
11:00 – 15:00 Prosthodontics – Implantology Section
Horizontal preparation: Digital workflow and modern approaches
Zurab Iakobishvili, Prosthodontist, Oral Surgeon
Immediate loading of immediate implants
Pavle Khujadze, Prosthodontist
Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw – Clinical management and international guideline recommendations
Marika Zurmukhtashvili, PhD, Co-director of the Dental Program at European University
The role of dental photography in daily clinical practice
Natia Janelidze, Prosthodontist
BOPT (Biologically Oriented Preparation Technique) – Sharing 8 years of clinical experience
Tengo Biniashvili, Prosthodontist
May 29-30, 2026 Trainings
(12 CPD points)
Capacity: 20 participants
Infection prevention and control associated with dental services
Zurab Alkhanishvili 10:00 – 16:00 – Space 1
Special needs dentistry: Patient-centered approach and clinical protocols
Zurab Alkhanishvili 16:00 – 22:00 – Space 1
Basic and pre-clinical course in endodontics
Nino Nebieridze, Mariam Kurtsikidze 10:00 – 16:00 – Space 2
Specifics of tooth preparation during the selection of orthopedic constructions to maintain periodontal health
Tengo Biniashvili, Lika Gogilashvili, Zurab Iakobishvili 10:00 – 16:00 – Space 3
May 29-30, 2026
Small Hall 1
Presentations by Participating Companies
May 29, 2026
13:00 – 14:00 The art of a beautiful smile: Artistic restoration of frontal and posterior teeth
Zhenis Zhamashev (Kazakhstan)
14:00 – 15:00 Optimization of periodontal treatment – Non-surgical approach and results
Barbora Turečková (Czech Republic)
15:00 – 16:00 Accuracy of computer tomography, diagnostic reliability, and digital workflow in daily dentistry
Muhammed Nasreddine (Germany)
May 30, 2026
13:00 – 14:00 Accuracy of computer tomography, diagnostic reliability, and digital workflow in daily dentistry
Muhammed Nasreddine (Germany)
14:00 – 15:00 Optimization of periodontal treatment – Non-surgical approach and results
Barbora Turečková (Czech Republic)
15:00 – 16:00 Masterclass: “Restoration of Class III and Class IV defects in frontal teeth using the layering method”
Zhenis Zhamashev (Kazakhstan)
16:00 – 16:30 AwarDent: A revolutionary word in dentistry with a Swiss formula – Healthy microflora and innovative care
Tea Chubinidze
May 30, 2026
Small Hall 2
11:00 – 18:00 Youth Forum of the Health and Science Association “Radix”
Management of bone deficiency in dental implantology
Davit Ratiani, Graduate of Tbilisi State Medical University
Implantology in the digital era – “Teeth in a day”: Biological reality and modern approaches
Aleksandre Kapanadze, 5th-year student of the Dentistry program at Akaki Tsereteli State University
Etiology and classification of aesthetic defects around the implant
Tekla Thoria, 5th-year student at Humanitarian Teaching University
Peri-implantitis: From prevention to treatment
Lizi Shemradini & Natia Janashia, Graduates of the Dentistry program at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
Dental stem cells: Types, retrieval methods, and their use in oral and maxillofacial surgery
Mariam Tsanatsquenishvili, Graduate of Tbilisi State Medical University, Junior Doctor at the First University Clinic of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
From biofilm to personalized dentistry: How the oral microbiome is changing medicine
Terry Chikomborero Shonge, Alte University, English-taught Dentistry Programme, Year 2
Mechanisms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Periodontal Disease: A Systematic Scoping Review
Mustafa Nassar & Yasmina Zatar, Students at European University
Deformations of the temporomandibular joint
Giorgi Ponadze, Resident of the Conservative Dentistry program at the Kutaisi Regional Dental Center
From apexification to regeneration: The role of bioceramic materials in immature teeth
Nia Tevdorashvili, Organizing team member of the Health and Science Association “Radix”; Resident of Conservative Dentistry at the Kutaisi Regional Dental Center
Evolution of optical magnification in endodontics: From binocular loupes to operating microscopes
Diana Chkhaidze & Ana Gogokhia, Residents at “Albius” Dental Center
Role of saliva in the oral cavity
Saef Al Mherat, 4th-year student of the English-medium Dentistry program at the University of Georgia (UG)
The role of 2D and 3D radiographic examination in endodontic diagnostics
Tata Kacharava & Londa Mushkudiani, Residents at “Albius” Dental Center
Postoperative complications after caries treatment: Risk factors and prevention
Nazik Balian, Resident at “Albius” Dental Center
Modern approaches to periodontal regeneration: Minimally invasive NIPSA technique and clinical significance of biological agents (EMD, PRF)
Mariam Revishvili, Winner of the “Radix” Youth Forum 2025; Resident of Conservative Dentistry at the Kutaisi Regional Dental Center
From gums to heart: How oral health affects the heart
Mariam Gvazava, Runner-up of the “Radix” Youth Forum 2025; Conservative Dentist
The role of antibiotic therapy in dentistry: Who really needs it? Necessity or misuse
Mariam Kupreishvili, Resident at “Albius” Dental Center
Clinical signs in the oral cavity: The path to an oncological diagnosis
Mariam Jishkariani, Graduate of Tbilisi State University; General Secretary of the Health and Science Association “Radix”
The oral cavity as a mirror of systemic diseases: The role of the dentist in early diagnosis
Mari Zabakhidze, Resident at “Albius” Dental Center
From function to aesthetics: Tooth reconstruction and transformation using adhesive systems and restorative materials
Nino Mindadze, Resident at “Albius” Dental Center
“Maryland Bridge”: A minimally invasive and biomimetic approach in modern dentistry
Nino Gigashvili, Resident at “Albius” Dental Center
Occlusal stamp technique
Zhana Khorava, Resident at “Albius” Dental Center
The reality of composite polymerization
Natia Chomakhashvili & Mariam Patsatsia, Residents at “Albius” Dental Center
Significance of supracrestal tissue attachment in restorations
Gvantsa Suntidze, Resident at “Albius” Dental Center
Icon infiltration – A modern method of micro-invasive dentistry
Nino Manjgaladze, Resident at “Albius” Dental Center
Modern orthodontics: Bracket systems or aligners – effectiveness and prognosis
Ketevan Jangveladze, 5th-year student at Humanitarian Teaching University
Dentistry and emotion: The psychological side of a smile
Nino Kvaratskhelia, Resident at “Albius” Dental Center
May 31, 2026 Small Hall 3
11:00 – 15:00 Session for Georgian and International Students
Planning and management of dental interventions in patients with hematological pathologies
Sophio Samkharadze, DMD, PhD, Professor, Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at the European University, Vice-President of the Georgian Dental Association
Horizontal preparation in the digital era: Planning, navigation, and clinical execution
Zurab Iakobishvili, Prosthodontist
Preventive dentistry in childhood: Significance and necessity
Elene Kharashvili, Pediatric Dentist
Anatomical-functional characteristics of periodontal tissues and their preventive significance
Lika Gogilashvili, Georgian Society of Periodontology and Implantology
Personalized Oral Hygiene Instruction in Everyday Practice
Mariam Khardziani, Georgian Society of Periodontology and Implantology
Non-carious cervical lesions: Diagnosis and management
Nana Vasadze, President of the Georgian Society of Periodontology and Implantology
15:00 – 19:00 Researchers’ Section
Structure and diversity of the subgingival microbiome in biofilm-induced gingivitis: Data from 16S rRNA gene sequencing
Landa Lursmanashvili – PhD student at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
Hormonal therapy in reproductive medicine and its impact on periodontal tissue homeostasis: A systemic analysis
Tinatin Svanishvili – PhD student at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
Infection prevention and control practices among novice doctors in Georgia: Results of a qualitative study
Nino Gvasalia – PhD student at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
Composition of the gingival sulcus microbiome in healthy periodontium: Evidence based on 16S rRNA gene sequencing studies
Lika Gogilashvili – PhD student at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
Internet Visual Resources in Undergraduate Endodontic Education: A Pilot Assessment of Dental Students’ Attitudes and Preferences
Wojciech Eliasz – Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Dept. of Integrated Dentistry and Endodontics
Structural characteristics of the subgingival microbiome in periodontitis: A population-based study and global context
Nata Abuladze – PhD student at New Vision University
Multifactorial etiopathogenesis of recurrent aphthous stomatitis: Analysis of clinical-anamnestic and laboratory parameters
Mariam Khardziani – PhD student at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
Rational management of antibiotic therapy in dentistry: Modern evidence and analysis of prescribing practices
Zurab Alkhanishvili – PhD student at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, Alte University
New clinical classification of Zirconium Dioxide in prosthetic dentistry: A vision developed beyond generations
Buba Chachkhiani – Alte University
Validation of the translation and psychometric characteristics of the Perceived Stress Scale in the Georgian population
Nana Tsitskishvili – PhD student at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
Cultural competencies in the clinical stage of dental education: Their importance in the development of patient-centered treatment — A cross-sectional study
Marika Zurmukhtashvili – European University, Faculty of Dentistry
Non-surgical treatment of periodontal diseases and the adjunctive use of oxygen therapy
Tea Natsvlishvili – PhD student at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
22 J. Lezhava Str, Tbilisi 0152
Tbilisi Sea Plaza