Our lecturers are our pride
The group of lecturers taking part in the Lassmann Education project is constantly growing.
Dr Łukasz Lassmann invites specialists from various fields of dentistry to share their knowledge and clinical experience with the participants.
Below you will find the lecturers of Lassmann Education courses and conferences, as well as those whose first lecture is still ahead of them.
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Dr. Rhodri Thomas is a cosmetic and restorative dentist and internationally recognized educator specializing in advanced aesthetic dentistry, composite artistry, tooth wear, and full mouth rehabilitation. He graduated with Honours from Cardiff University, where his artistic background strongly influenced his approach to aesthetic dentistry.
He is known for his innovative resin layering techniques and natural-looking composite restorations, and has contributed to the development of composite materials and dental instruments. He is also the author of publications and books dedicated to composite artistry.
Dr. Thomas is a multi-award-winning clinician and lecturer who teaches internationally at major conferences and hands-on courses. He is the founder and director of The Art of Dentistry, an international training program focused on aesthetic restorative dentistry and composite artistry.
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Graduate of the Medical University of Warsaw, Faculty of Physiotherapy. She specializes in complex physiotherapy of the craniofacial area. Her main interest is physiotherapy of temporomandibular joints and the whole locomotor system of the masticatory system. She also rehabilitates patients after implant procedures and maxillofacial surgery, as well as dental surgery. She closely cooperates with dentists in the process of prosthetic and orthodontic treatment of patients. Participant of many specialist trainings and conferences in the field of dental rehabilitation, as well as manual therapy of the neck, cranio-craniofacial area. She also took part in courses and conferences for dentists on the subject of occlusion. Currently she uses her knowledge and experience not only in the process of treatment of patients, but also in the training of dentists and physiotherapists.
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Graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry from the Methodist University of São Paulo in 1991 and later earned a Master’s Degree in Dentistry from the University of Washington, specializing in orthodontics. In 2002, he received his Certificate in Orthodontics from the Federal Council of Dentistry.
His academic pursuits included a role as a Visiting Research Scholar in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Washington from 2012 to 2013, where he conducted significant research in advanced orthodontic techniques.
Earlier in his career, he was part of the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Guarulhos (1999-2001), focusing on clinical practice and orthodontic research. He is an active contributor to the orthodontic community, participating in national and international conferences and contributing to dental journals, reflecting his commitment to excellence in orthodontics.
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Graduated in dentistry in 1988 from the University of Sao Paulo, where he also obtained his certificate, master’s, and doctorate in prosthodontics. He is a guest professor in the Department of Restorative Dental Sciences at the University of Florida. Former president of the Brazilian Society of Esthetic Dentistry and the Brazilian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He was the editor-in-chief of Dental Press Brazilian Journal of Esthetics and is currently a member of the editorial board of the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, as well as the International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry and the International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry, Brazilian editions. He gives lectures at the national and international levels. He has authored numerous scientific publications and the book “Esthetics in Function” on collusion treatment planning. He practices privately in Sao Paulo, focusing on comprehensive restorative and esthetic dentistry.
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Graduated in dentistry from Medical University of Warsaw in 2005 and finished post graduation studies from University of Warsaw in the field of Medical Law, Bioethics and Sociology. Since 2008 he has been specializing in microscopic endodontics, prosthetics, aesthetic dentistry and TMJ disorders therapy. Participant of numerous national and international trainings and conferences. Author of the publications on endodontics. Lecturer in the field of documentation, creative dental photography and post-production, endodontics and ergonomics. Speaker and trainer for Academy of Laser Dentistry, DentalClass, Exactus, Master Level, Polish Endodontic Society (PTE), Polish Association of Dental Students (PTSS), Profident, Witkowscy Dental Training Center. Presented his lectures and shared his knowledge and experience on biggest and well attended conferences in Poland – Endomeeting, CEDE, Master Level Update, Master Level F*ck Up, Pulp Fiction and on many personal and group workshops for dental practices. Active member of Master Level Guide and Dental Masters Group – groups associating outstanding specialists and speakers.
Runs an Instagram account @jakub_wisniewski_dentist – covering the topics of creative dental photography and also an account @_the_endo_ – dedicated to endodontic issues and clinical photography.
In a free time – enthusiast of photography, squash, wakeboard and good movies
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A graduate of the Medical University of Karol Marcinkowski in Poznań, he received the title of doctor of medical sciences in 2015 (doctoral dissertation “Comparison of selected methods and impression techniques used in implant prosthetics”).
Speaker at Polish and foreign conferences, author of publications in dental journals, lecturer at the Garmed Academy (advanced implant prosthetic course). He is also a member of many groups associating outstanding specialists: Master Level Guide, European Society of Cosmetic Dentistry (ESCD), Polish Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry (PASE), International Team for Implantology (ITI), Polish Endodontic Society (PTE) / European Endodontic Society (ESE ), Polish Dental Society (PTS), Digital Smile Design Member (DSD) and MENSA Poland.
Privately, an avid traveler, trekker, passionate about river canoeing, basketball, squash and tennis. -
Prof. Riaz Yar graduated from the University of Liverpool in 1999. After spending some
time in general practice Prof. Riaz set up his own practice in 2003 before gaining MFDS
from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh in 2005. Following this in 2008, Prof.
Riaz completed an MPhil in Restorative Dentistry and in 2011 completed a 4-year long
Membership of Pros Dent mono-specialty training in Prosthodontics at the University of
Manchester.In addition, Riaz is also an Internal examiner for the Membership of Joint Dental
Faculties of the Royal College of Surgeons England and an Internal examiner for the
Overseas Registration Exam and License in Dental Surgery of the Royal College of
Surgeons England. As well as completing the specialty prosthodontic training, Riaz has
undertaken a Diploma in Postgraduate Dental Studies (DPDS) with the University of
Bristol and a Diploma in Implant Dentistry with the Royal College of Surgeons,
Edinburgh.Prof. Yar lectures nationally and internationally and is a keen advocate of postgraduate
teaching and this is evident with the setting up of RED (Restorative Education of the
Dental Team) Square – providing a MSc in Restorative Dentistry with University of
Chester for which he was program director for 4 years. He is currently running a PG
Diploma in Advanced Aesthetics / PG Cert Dental Sleep Medicine with Elevate Dental
and a PG Cert in Dental Risk Mitigation.Prof. Yar has most recently completed his Masters in Soft Tissue around Implants and
Teeth with Professor Zucchelli (Bologna).
He is a member of the Faculty of Trainers with the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
and Fellow of the College of Dentistry.He also a Visiting Professor in Prosthodontics at the College of Medicine and Dentistry –
Birmingham / Ulster University and Shifa Dental School, Islamabad.
His main topic of interest is TMD and Occlusion with Sleep Medicine and he runs courses
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Dr. Davis Thomas Is a licensed dental practitioner who is leading in the field of General Dentistry &oro-facial pain. His postgraduate training focuses on treatment of complex cases of Craniomandibular Disorders, Oro-Facial Pain conditions and treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. His education in dentistry includes Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Kasturba Medical College of Dentistry, Manipal, India), Doctor of Dental Surgery (New York University College of Dentistry), Masters in TMD and Oro-Facial Pain (Rutgers University, New Jersey), Masters (MSc Med) in sleep medicine from University of Sydney medical school, Australia & currently pursuing MSc in clinical management of pain, Univ. of Edinburgh, England.
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Łukasz Lassmann, DDS, PhD
Dr. Lassmann is a dentist and co-founder of One&Only Clinic, specializing in comprehensive bite and smile reconstruction, as well as the treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders and orofacial pain. He earned his PhD with a dissertation on the anatomical correlations between occlusion and the temporomandibular joint.
He is a graduate of prestigious institutions, including the Kois Center (Seattle), the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), UCLA, and the Mediterranean Prosthodontic Institute.
A member of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain and holder of the Master of Orofacial Pain title, Dr. Lassmann is also the founder of the Lassmann Education training program. He is an internationally recognized lecturer, having taught in Europe, Asia, South America, and Australia. He is the author of numerous scientific publications and co-author of the book Full Mouth Reconstruction, scheduled for global release this year by Quintessence Publishing.
