The Academy of Dentistry International successfully conducted its 2nd Quarterly Meeting on May 23, 2026, at the UNILAB Bayanihan Hall Meeting Rooms B to D, bringing together dental professionals, educators, researchers, and practitioners for an evening of academic exchange and professional development. The event featured insightful presentations from distinguished active members and guest speakers, highlighting current advancements in dental research, education, and sustainable clinical practice. Dr. Arlyn Leslie Donesa, DMD, PhD, presented preliminary findings from a prospective cohort study entitled “Baseline Masticatory Performance of Orthodontic Patients Assessed Using Gummy Jelly,” while Dr. Mary Iodine Lacanienta, DMD, MScD, PhD, discussed the “Association of Learning Styles with Teaching Styles: A Comprehensive Overview,” emphasizing innovations in dental education. Guest speaker Joshua Joel C. Manoharan, PTRP, DPAMS, also delivered a timely lecture on “Body Prophylaxis for a Sustainable Dental Practice,” underscoring the importance of ergonomics and practitioner wellness in modern dentistry. The quarterly gathering reflected the organization’s continuing commitment to academic excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the advancement of evidence-based dental practice in the Philippines.
