In 2019, Manuel Tinto obtained his degree in Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics with a thesis on guided implant surgery at the School of Medicine and Surgery of the University of Milano-Bicocca. In 2019, he completed the postgraduate course “Problem solving in periodontology” at the University of Ferrara.
In 2021, he completed the postgraduate programme in “Aesthetic reconstructive periodontal and peri-implant surgery” at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University.
In daily practice, he focuses on restorative dentistry, adhesive prosthodontics, periodontology and the treatment of temporomandibular disorders.
Dr. Edoardo Mancuso is a highly qualified clinical practitioner and researcher specializing in conservative and prosthetic dentistry with a strong emphasis on minimally invasive approaches. He holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS) with distinction (110/110) from the University of Bologna and a PhD in Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, demonstrating exceptional academic excellence and research credentials.
His advanced training includes a clinical fellowship at the University of Southern California in Restorative Dentistry (2017-2018), where he developed expertise in contemporary restorative techniques under international guidance. These international experiences, combined with rigorous doctoral research, have shaped his evidence-based approach to clinical practice.
Based in Bologna, Dr. Mancuso maintains an active freelance practice at Centro Medico Porta Mascarella, where he integrates cutting-edge research with clinical excellence. He actively collaborates with international research groups focused on adhesive techniques and minimally invasive preparation methodologies, bridging the gap between laboratory science and clinical application.
Beyond clinical work, Dr. Mancuso contributes to advancing dental science as a speaker and published author, presenting his research and clinical insights at prestigious national and international conferences. His scientific publications appear in leading peer-reviewed dental journals, establishing him as a thought leader in minimally invasive and evidence-based restorative dentistry.
Dr. Claudia Mazzitelli is an accomplished academic researcher and Assistant Professor at the University of Bologna, where she serves as Scientific Director of the Dental Biomaterials Laboratory. Her exceptional educational credentials include a Master's degree and PhD in Dental Biomaterials from the University of Siena (Italy), complemented by a second PhD from the University of Granada (Spain), demonstrating her deep commitment to advanced research excellence across international institutions.
Throughout her research career, Dr. Mazzitelli has explored diverse fields encompassing both clinical and laboratory investigations, with particular focus on evaluating the biological, mechanical, and ultrastructural interactions between dental substrates and restorative materials. Her research extends to esthetic patterns of restorative materials and contemporary techniques leveraging digital technologies, positioning her at the forefront of biomaterials innovation.
As a clinical tutor for the International Master's Degree in Conservative Dentistry and Aesthetic Prosthetics, and head of teaching activities for the Dental Hygiene Degree Course at the University of Bologna, Dr. Mazzitelli bridges research and education, shaping the next generation of dental professionals with evidence-based knowledge. Her scholarly contributions are evidenced by numerous peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals, complemented by several prestigious awards and honors. As an active speaker at major national and international conferences, she disseminates her findings to the global dental community. A member of national and international research groups, Dr. Mazzitelli represents excellence in biomaterials science and restorative dentistry research.
Dr. Giuseppe Iacona is an accomplished Italian restorative and esthetic dentist who graduated with highest honors from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery at the University of Parma, where he received an honor mention for outstanding academic merit.
Specializing in esthetic and conservative dentistry, Dr. Iacona holds advanced Master's degrees in Periodontology and Complete/Partial Denture and Implant-Supported Prosthodontics. Since 2016, he has extensively trained in Oral Surgery and Implantology, with particular expertise in guided tissue regeneration techniques. He serves as a lecturer in "Esthetic Dental Medicine—From Intraoral to Extraoral" at the University of Palermo, advancing dental education across Italy.
As a published author in international dental journals, his scientific contributions focus on conservative and restorative dentistry. Dr. Iacona is recognized as a Key Opinion Leader across digital dentistry, 3D printing, and direct/indirect restoration techniques. He is the developer of the EGR (Esthetic Guided Restoration) technique and its digital evolution, mEGR, and author of "Manual of Conservative Dentistry: The Evolution of Esthetically Guided Restoration."
Currently practicing at his advanced digital dentistry studio in Gela, Sicily, Dr. Iacona serves as an oral surgery consultant specializing in implantology and regenerative surgery for Eastern Sicily. He actively delivers theory and hands-on courses in conservative dentistry, with expertise in direct stratification techniques, flow injection methodology, and 3D printing applications.
Luca Alibrandi graduated in Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics from Universidad Europea de Madrid in 2014. From 2015 to 2017, he specialised in Periodontology and Implantology with a full-time, two-year Master’s degree at the same university, completing a thesis entitled “Evaluation of Different Peri-Implant Treatments”, while actively attending the practice of Professor Ricardo Fernandez.
A member of SIPRO, AIOP, SIDP, SEPA, SEPES and ITI, since 2014 he has further developed his professional training by attending the practice of Dr Agostino Scipioni and collaborating at the private practice of Professor Dario De Leonardis.
He attended the annual AIOP Advanced Training Course in Analogue and Digital Prosthetics in 2018/19.
He currently works at the Alibrandi Dental Practice as a specialist in periodontology, implantology and prosthodontics.
Since 2023, he has collaborated as a lecturer for the intraoral scanner company 3Shape, producing educational materials and delivering training events in the field of prosthodontics.
Dr. Pietraszewski is a general and restorative dentist working in private practice in London. He utilizes biomimetic adhesive protocols in his restorative cases and uses gold standard materials to emulate the natural appearance, bio-mechanical function, and internal structure of teeth when restoring them.
He has a special interest in direct and indirect restorations in the posterior dentition, and his dentistry is fueled by his passion for dental photography.
From The Medical University in Lodz (Poland) to private clinics in Malta and London, his dental journey reflects dedication to excellence.
Based in Athens, Greece, Andreas Chatzimpatzakis is the founder and director of ACH Dental Laboratory (since 2000), specializing in refractory veneers, lithium disilicate, zirconia, and implant prostheses. He graduated in Dental Technology from the University of West Attica and received advanced training in all-ceramic restorations in Helsinki and Japan under renowned masters including Shigeo Kataoka.
Since 2017, he has served as an international trainer for Kuraray–Noritake Dental Inc., delivering lectures and hands-on courses worldwide on advanced ceramic techniques. He has also held roles as Key Opinion Leader for MPF Brush Co., Ambassador for Hass Co., and Editor-in-Chief of Laborama. An active member of the Hellenic Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry, his work and articles have been published in both Greek and international journals.
Dr. Zygintas Jonaitis has over 27 years of practical experience in aesthetic restorative dentistry and has analyzed more than 100 scientific articles in the field. Since beginning his work in 1993, he has focused on advanced restorative techniques. From 2008 to 2020, he led continuing education courses on aesthetic prosthetics and occlusion in Kaunas, which attracted dentists from across Lithuania. His courses covered topics such as the restoration of dental aesthetics with glass ceramic veneers, biomechanical and functional restoration using glass ceramic onlays and partial crowns, and the role of occlusion in daily dental practice.
Dr. Gintautas Rumbaitis is a restorative dentist and lecturer specializing in direct posterior restorations and minimally invasive dentistry. He graduated from the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences (LSMU) in 2012 and early in his career developed a strong focus on molar restorations, emphasizing the importance of restoring not only aesthetics, but above all, proper function and anatomy. His clinical approach centers on precision, anatomy-driven layering, and long-term predictability.
Alongside his clinical work at the private practice Art Dentistry, Dr. Rumbaitis is actively involved in education. He delivers lectures, hands-on courses, and clinical demonstrations, sharing practical, experience-based techniques that make complex restorative concepts applicable in everyday practice.
Dr. Onur Alp Yünük completed both his undergraduate and doctoral education at Istanbul University. His work primarily focuses on direct composite restorations of anterior teeth and on polychromatic layering systems.
