SINGAPORE, Aug. 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartee Denti-Technology recently brought together dental professionals for the Smartee Kinder & Teen Workshop, an educational program focused on the clinical assessment and management of growing patients.
Held under the theme "Children's Early Orthodontic Treatment: From Screening to Clinical Application," the workshop provided a platform for clinicians to discuss practical considerations in pediatric orthodontics, including patient assessment, treatment timing, case selection and the application of different treatment approaches.
The program formed part of Smartee's continued clinical education activities for dental professionals across the Asia-Pacific region.
Clinical Discussion Focuses on Treatment Decision-Making
A key component of the workshop was an interactive discussion in which participating clinicians raised questions based on challenges encountered in daily practice.
Among the topics addressed was the use of myofunctional trainers in growing patients. The discussion focused on evaluating their use according to the individual patient's orofacial myofunctional condition, developmental stage and treatment objectives, rather than applying a uniform approach across different cases.
Participants also discussed Smartee's approach to the management of growing patients. The session considered dental alignment alongside factors including dentofacial growth, occlusal development and oral function, with treatment approaches selected according to individual clinical needs.
Another area of discussion was maxillary expansion in pediatric Class II cases. The session emphasized case-specific assessment, including transverse development, arch form, and occlusal relationships, when determining whether expansion should form part of a treatment plan.
Treatment timing was also addressed. Discussions focused on how orthodontic evaluation during active growth enables clinicians to assess evolving dentofacial relationships and to make evidence-informed decisions—such as continued monitoring, initiation of early intervention, or specialist referral - based on the patient's specific clinical presentation.
Supporting Clinical Education Across Asia Pacific
The conference reflects Smartee's ongoing focus on professional education alongside the development of orthodontic solutions for growing patients.
Through conferences, courses and clinical exchange programs, Smartee provides opportunities for dental professionals to discuss topics including patient selection, treatment timing, clinical decision-making and the application of different orthodontic approaches in growing patients.
As Smartee continues its pediatric orthodontic education activities across Asia Pacific, the company plans to maintain clinical exchange as a key component of its engagement with dental professionals in the region.
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Smartee Expands Pediatric Orthodontic Education Initiatives in Asia Pacific Through Clinical Exchange
More than 20 KAPSARC leaders, researchers, and experts to contribute across the Congress's Executive, Technical, Synergy, and Special Programmes
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- KAPSARC participates as a National Partner in the 25th WPC Energy Congress in Riyadh, bringing its leaders and experts into discussions addressing some of the most important issues shaping the future of energy.
Taking place from 11 to 15 October 2026 under the theme "Pathways to an Energy Future for All," the Congress will be hosted in Saudi Arabia for the first time in its history. First held in London in 1933, the Congress will bring together government leaders, industry executives, policymakers, researchers, and innovators in Riyadh to examine the forces reshaping global energy systems, from security and investment to technology and sustainability.
KAPSARC's participation extends across the Congress's Executive, Technical, Synergy, and Special Programmes, alongside additional sessions and activities, reflecting the breadth of the Center's research and policy expertise. KAPSARC President Fahad Alajlan and Dr. Ghadah Alarifi, Dean of the KAPSARC School of Public Policy, are among KAPSARC's speakers in the Executive Programme.
Across the Congress, KAPSARC experts contribute research and policy perspectives on energy supply and demand, energy access, natural gas, ESG and governance, the Circular Carbon Economy, artificial intelligence, mobility, and lower-emission pathways for refining and petrochemicals.
Within the Special Programme, KAPSARC leads a Knowledge Sprint session titled "Generative AI for Evidence-Based Oil Markets," examining how generative AI can support oil-market analysis and policy research. The session explores AI-assisted data workflows, econometric and scenario analysis, responsible AI practices, and the translation of technical findings into decision-ready insights.
KAPSARC also participates in the World Café through a session on "Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies," bringing together experts, policymakers, and practitioners to examine the prospects for scaling engineered carbon-removal solutions. The discussion covers direct air capture, bioenergy with carbon capture and storage, and biochar, alongside the economic, infrastructure, regulatory, carbon-market, and regional considerations influencing their deployment.
In the Synergy Programme, KAPSARC experts contribute to discussions on "Accelerating the Circular Carbon Economy Through Joint Action" and "AI Partnerships for Energy Innovation," bringing research-based perspectives to the intersection of energy, technology, and sustainability.
KAPSARC's dedicated pavilion provides another platform for knowledge exchange and engagement throughout the Congress. Structured around five thematic hubs, the pavilion brings together KAPSARC research, analytical tools, and expertise across the Oil Hub, Transportation Hub, Clean Energy Hub, AI Hub, and Collaboration Hub. Together, the hubs provide visitors with an integrated view of selected research areas and emerging issues shaping energy systems, while creating opportunities for engagement with policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and other Congress participants.
The pavilion also features the KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) and the Saudi Energy Leaders Assembly (SELA), providing additional platforms for policy education, leadership development, and knowledge exchange.
Through its participation across the Congress's programmes and sessions, alongside its dedicated thematic pavilion, KAPSARC connects Saudi-based research and policy expertise with international discussions on energy security, investment, technology, and sustainability.
About KAPSARC
KAPSARC is an advisory think tank dedicated to advancing knowledge on energy, environmental and regional economic issues. As an accredited observer to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), KAPSARC actively contributes to global climate action. KAPSARC's mission is to advance Saudi Arabia's energy sector and inform global policies through evidence-based advice and applied research.
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KAPSARC TO JOIN 25TH WPC ENERGY CONGRESS IN RIYADH AS NATIONAL PARTNER
