Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital in Doha, Qatar, has announced an upcoming symposium and workshop dedicated to sports dentistry in collaboration with Qatar University. The event, titled “Contemporary Prevention and Management of Dental Trauma in Sports Dentistry,” will take place on October 31. Leading experts in the field will come together to discuss the latest research, innovative techniques, and evidence-based approaches to address the dental challenges faced by athletes.
Dr. Mohammed Alsaey, Chair of the Scientific Committee and Director of Aspetar Sports Dentistry, emphasized the importance of the symposium and workshop in providing valuable insights into the prevention and management of dental trauma in sports. The partnership with Qatar University is seen as essential for advancing the field of sports dentistry in Qatar by focusing on scientific evidence for the well-being of athletes.
Attendees of the event can expect to gain knowledge on the epidemiology of oral injuries, including the prevalence of dental trauma in sports and its correlation with overall bodily injuries. Practical skills for preventing and managing dental injuries will be taught, along with best practices for optimizing the success of dental implants post-trauma. The importance of comprehensive screening and regular dental check-ups for athletes will also be highlighted for its impact on athlete performance.
The symposium will address interdisciplinary approaches, emphasizing the impact of stomatognathic system pathologies on overall bodily function, particularly within the musculoskeletal system. Attendees will also learn about the biomechanical properties that contribute to effective mouthguard design for athlete protection. Additionally, a workshop on Aesthetic Restorations in Young Athletes at Qatar University has been specifically designed for dental professionals working with pediatric athletes.
This event is open to a diverse range of professionals, including sports medicine physicians, dentists, nurses, and allied health professionals. By participating in the symposium and workshop, attendees will have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills in oral trauma prevention and management within the sports context. The collaboration between Aspetar and Qatar University underscores the commitment to advancing sports dentistry through evidence-based practices for the benefit of athletes’ overall well-being.
