Las Vegas. Over 1,700 dental professionals. 75+ world-class speakers. One powerful vision.
It was an honour to represent Next Smile Australia at the Nobel Biocare Global Symposium 2025 — one of the most respected international events in implant dentistry. Standing alongside my long-time colleague Dr Larry Benge, we proudly contributed to a global conversation about the future of full arch rehabilitation.
This wasn’t just a conference — it was a celebration of 60 years of implantology, a look ahead at AI-powered dentistry, and a powerful reminder of why we do what we do.
I was fortunate to lead a Masterclass alongside Diogo Fimino and Professor Markus Blatz, focused on the impact of lab decisions in driving treatment outcomes. It was a deep dive into the kind of technical precision that turns great dentistry into exceptional results.
Meanwhile, Dr Larry Benge joined Dr Enrico Agliardi to deliver a high-impact, hands-on session on Zygoma implant techniques. Their collaboration led into a live surgical demonstration by none other than Professor Paulo Malo, founder of the All-on-4® treatment concept — a true highlight of the event.
It was an unforgettable experience and a proud moment for the ANZ region to be so strongly represented.
These summits aren’t just about clinical techniques — they’re about keeping our vision sharp and patient-focused.
Here’s what motivates me:
Whether it’s through ground-breaking technology or patient-first strategies, we’re always looking for ways to raise the standard of care.
There was no shortage of inspiration at the symposium, but two key takeaways stood out:
We’re already applying these tools at Next Smile clinics around the country, so our patients benefit from the latest global thinking — right here at home.
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A speaker from Ritz-Carlton made a comment that’s stuck with me:
“People don’t choose us because of the product — they come for how we make them feel.”
That’s exactly how we see our role. It’s not just about dental implants — it’s about the stories we help rewrite, the smiles we restore, and the dignity we give back.
The technical excellence is a given. But it’s the emotional impact that truly defines what we do.
We’re already counting down to the next big milestone:
📍 APAC Regional Symposium
April 28–30, 2026 | Bangkok, Thailand
These events offer more than education — they’re a chance to connect, share and grow together as a community committed to excellence in full arch rehabilitation.
A huge thank you to Nobel Biocare for their continued support, and to everyone who joined us in Las Vegas. Your energy, expertise, and passion for our profession made this event unforgettable.
The journey continues — and the best is yet to come.
Warm regards,
Rob Dulieu
Prosthetist | Co-Founder, Next Smile Australia
With 7 Super Clinics across Australia and a network of accredited regional partners, reliable dental implant care is always within reach. From your first consultation to lifelong aftercare, our coordinated network delivers complete implant solutions – all under one roof.