FDI 2025 (FDI World Dental Congress 2025): Young Voices on the International Platform

Against the backdrop of preparations for the FDI World Dental Congress 2025 (FDIWDC25) in Shanghai, the attention of organizers and participants is turning to the new generation of specialists. The selection of Dr. Luís Anes as one of the young speakers underscores FDI’s commitment to expanding the participation of young clinical and scientific leaders in the global dialogue of the dental profession.

Selection methodology

Speakers for the Young Speakers Competition were selected based on nominations submitted by national dental associations that are members of FDI. The selection process focuses on identifying candidates with potential contributions to clinical practice, educational initiatives, and research activities.

Key criteria

• Nominations from national associations and compliance with FDI age/experience criteria;
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and experience in professional projects;
• Relevance and clinical applicability of presentation topics.

Interview results

Dr. Luís Anes has been confirmed as one of the selected young speakers for the congress. In his interview, he highlighted three main areas: the importance of participation, expectations from the scientific program, and practical advice for colleagues.

The importance of participation

Participation provides visibility for young professionals on the international stage, opportunities to exchange clinical experiences, and the chance to seek collaborations on interdisciplinary cases.

Expectations for the program

Dr. Anes expects a comprehensive scientific program with a focus on evidence-based dentistry, digital workflows, and minimally invasive treatment approaches—topics directly relevant to everyday clinical practice.

Advice for young colleagues

• Prepare presentations with an emphasis on clinical applicability and evidence-based foundation;
• Hone your public speaking and data visualization skills;
• Actively build professional networks and seek out a mentor for career development.

Relevance to practice

Participation of young professionals in major international congresses holds practical significance for clinical and professional careers: it provides opportunities for knowledge exchange, professional networking, and exposure to international trends in dentistry. For clinical dentists, it is also an opportunity to adapt advanced protocols and technologies into local practice, guided by the principles of evidence-based medicine.

Practical benefits

• Updating clinical protocols and mastering digital solutions (CAD/CAM, intraoral tomography, etc.);
• Strengthening skills in critical appraisal of literature and applying research findings to patient treatment;
• Developing networks for collaborative research and knowledge sharing in the fields of implantology, restorative, and pediatric dentistry.

Expert commentary

To optimize the impact of their participation, young speakers and delegates are advised to focus on the following aspects: clear clinical problem definition, precise demonstration of methodology (including study design and statistical approach, where applicable), and practical translation of results into recommendations for daily practice. Emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and patient-oriented outcomes enhances the value of presentations for practitioner audiences.

Conclusion

The selection of Dr. Luís Anes as one of the speakers for the FDI Young Speakers Competition reflects the organization’s priorities in engaging the next generation of dentists in global professional dialogues. For fellow dentists, the participation of young leaders contributes to the renewal of clinical practice and strengthens international professional collaboration.