This year’s conference will feature an exciting and impactful program focused on the integration of oral and systemic health, workforce expansion, value-based care, artificial intelligence, and fluoride science and advocacy. Over two days, attendees will engage in expert-led sessions, interactive discussions, research presentations, and networking opportunities, all designed to advance the science and practice of Cariology.
Bringing together a diverse audience of academics, researchers, clinicians, students, industry partners, and policymakers, this event will serve as a transformative platform to shape the future of oral health.
Program Preview
DAY 1: September 25th, 2025
8:00 – 8:10 AM
WELCOME ANNOUNCEMENT
Dr. MARCELLE NASCIMENTO, AAC PRESIDENT
SECTION 1: There is no Health Without Oral Health
8:10 – 8:40 AM
Salivaomics in Caries and Systemic Disease Detection
DR. DAVID WONG, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
8:40 – 9:10 AM
Integrating Caries and Systemic Health Screening into Practice
Dr. JULIE FRANTSVE-HAWLEY, IMPACT HEALTH STRATEGIES
9:10 – 9:40 AM
SECTION DISCUSSION
9:40 – 10:00 AM
COFFEE BREAK
SECTION 2: Expanding the Workforce – A Collaborative Approach to Comprehensive Oral Health
10:00 – 10:30 AM
Expanding the Role of Dental Hygienists as Therapists in Caries Prevention
Prof. Martha McComas, University of Michigan
10:30 – 11:00 AM
Interprofessional Integration and Early Oral Health Interventions
Dr. Hugh Silk, University of Massachusetts
11:00 – 11:30 AM
Overcoming Barriers and Strengthening Collaborative Care
Dr. Dr. Shenam Ticku, Havard University
11:30 – 12:00 PM
SECTION DISCUSSION
12:00 – 1:30 PM
LUNCH BREAK + POSTER PRESENTATIONS
SECTION 3: Value-Based Care in Caries Management – The Role of Insurance in Supporting Preventive Services
1:30 – 2:00 PM
The Shift to Value-Based Care in Dentistry
Dr. Cherag Sarkari, Liberty Dental
2:00 – 2:30 PM
Health System Transformation via Public-Value Advocacy: Advancing Preventive Dental Care
Dr. John Pournoor, GOVERNMENT ANALYTICA
2:30 – 3:00 PM
SECTION DISCUSSION
3:00 – 3:20 PM
COFFEE BREAK
3:20 – 3:50 PM
Data-Driven Advocacy for Expanding Preventive Coverage
Dr. Eric TraNby, CareQuest Institute
3:50 – 4:20 PM
Building the Future of Value-Based Care: Practical Steps Forward
Dr. Eleanor Fleming, University of Maryland
4:20 – 5:00 PM
SECTION DISCUSSION
5:00 – 7:00 PM
RECEPTION
DAY 2: September 26th, 2025
SECTION 4: Artificial Intelligence in Caries Management
8:00 – 8:30 AM
Integrating AI in Clinical Workflow for Caries Risk Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment
Dr. Jay Sureshbhai Patel, Temple University
8:30 – 9:00 AM
AI-Powered Caries Prevention Programs: Engaging Patients and Communities
Dr. Jin Xiao, University of Rochester
9:00 – 9:30 AM
SECTION DISCUSSION
9:30 – 9:50 AM
COFFEE BREAK
SECTION 5: Fluoride and Oral Health – Science, Challenges, and Advocacy
9:50 – 10:20 AM
Evaluating Fluoride Safety and Efficacy
Dr. Livia Tenuta, University of Michigan
10:20 – 10:50 AM
The Impact of Fluoride Removal on Buffalo’s Oral Health
Dr. Ellyce Clonan, University at Buffalo
10:50 – 11:20 AM
Strategies to Combat Fluoride Hesitancy: Engaging Communities and Policymakers
Dr. Scott Tomar, University of Illinois
11:20 – 12:00 PM
SECTION DISCUSSION
12:00 – 1:00 PM
LUNCH BREAK + BUSINESS MEETING
2:00 – 3:30 PM
ACADEMIC SYMPOSIUM: “Current Challenges in Cariology Education in the USA”
This symposium will address critical issues faced by dental educators and institutions in preparing future dental professionals within an evidence-based cariology framework.
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Poster Presentations
This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your research, share insights, and engage with experts in Cariology and oral health. Submissions for 2025 are now closed.
The AAC is supported by
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