Dear Colleagues and Friends,

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 19th Indonesian Association of Orthodontists (IAO) Annual Meeting and Orthodontics International Conference, held on the captivating island of Bali, one of Indonesia’s most renowned cultural destinations.

The theme of this year’s conference, “Transforming Orthodontic Practice Using Modern Clinical Approaches,” reflects our commitment to advancing orthodontic knowledge and promoting the integration of contemporary evidence, technology, and clinical expertise into everyday practice.

To support this objective, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to all our distinguishedspeakers who have travelled from around the world to share their invaluable expertise and knowledge. We are especially honored to welcome Prof. Letizia Perillo (Italy), President of the World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO), along with Dr. Tung Nguyen (USA), Dr. Simon Littlewood (United Kingdom), Prof. Zamri Radzi (Malaysia), Dr. Mike Bicknell (USA), Prof. Johnson Cheng (Taiwan), Dr. Tony Hsu (Taiwan), Prof. Minxuan Han (China), Dr. Eugene Chan Australia), Prof. Jae Hyun Sung (South Korea), Dr. Peerapong Santiwong (Thailand), Prof. Mi-Young Lee (South Korea), Dr. Bilal Koleilat (Lebanon), Prof. Fady Hussein Fahim (Egypt), and Prof. Peter Lingström (Sweden) as our esteemed international speakers.

Through this platform, we aim to ensure that the conference remains an invaluable resource for orthodontists. We encourage not only the presentation and exchange of scientific knowledge and research findings, but also the establishment of a strong global network that fosters collaboration, professional growth, and continuous learning about the latest advances in orthodontic research and clinical practice.

I sincerely hope that you have a wonderful time in Bali and take the opportunity to explore its beautiful scenery, rich cultural heritage, and local attractions. We are delighted to have you with us and look forward to your active participation throughout the conference. May this conference provide you with a delightful, inspiring, and enriching experience.

Warmest regards,

Prof. Endah Mardiati

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

It is with great honour and pleasure that I welcome you to the 19th Indonesian Association ofOrthodontists (IAO) Annual Meeting, held once again at the world-class Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center (BNDCC).

Under this year’s theme, “Transforming Orthodontic Practice Using Modern Clinical Approaches,” the conference aims to bring together orthodontists from across Indonesia and colleagues from around the world. Through the exchange of knowledge, experience, and innovative ideas, we hope to strengthen professional relationships while fostering friendship and camaraderie within our orthodontic community.

I would like to express my deepest appreciation to our distinguished international and national speakers for generously dedicating their time to share their expertise, scientific insights, and valuable clinical experience with us. Their contributions are essential to the success of this conference, and I sincerely hope that every participant will gain meaningful knowledge and inspiration from the programme.

My heartfelt gratitude also goes to all committee members and members of the Indonesian Association of Orthodontists for their commitment, dedication, and continuous support. We are proud to receive the support of nearly 1,000 members and orthodontic residents. It is our sincere hope that this meeting will fulfil the expectations of all participants by providing opportunities to update their orthodontic knowledge, enhance their clinical skills, and ultimately deliver better orthodontic care to their patients.

I would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to our partners from the dental industry for their continued support and participation in the trade exhibition. Their collaboration and friendship have contributed significantly to the advancement of our profession, and we look forward to further strengthening this partnership in the years ahead.

Let us make the most of this opportunity to learn, exchange ideas, build lasting friendships, and strengthen the spirit of camaraderie within our profession. I hope you enjoy the meeting and take time to experience the beauty, culture, and warm hospitality of the enchanting island of Bali.

May the 19th IAO Annual Meeting and Orthodontics International Conference be a memorable, inspiring, and rewarding experience for us all.

Sincerely yours,

Dr. Andi Herdiana