The Use of Mini-screws in Orthodontic Treatment

Live

24 Jan, 2026 09:30 - 17:00

CET

Amersfoort, The Netherlands

English

Dr. Robertas Kirlys, Dr. Saulius Žukauskas

Theoretical and practical course

Combining the expertise of medical specialists enhances treatment quality, ensures patient safety, and reduces the risk of clinical errors. This course focuses on the effective use of mini-screws in orthodontics, with analysis of various clinical situations and discussion of common complications and their prevention.

Topics covered (surgical and orthodontic aspects):

Philosophy and biomechanics of mini-screws
Safe zones and anatomical risks for screw placement
Clinical and radiological planning for insertion
Use of interdental, palatal, and aligner-compatible mini-screws
Hands-on threading in clinical simulation models
Mini-screw loading systems: application of elastic chains and bracket segments

Seats are limited. Early registration is advised.

Please be informed that the event may be photographed and filmed. By attending, you agree that your image may be used for event publicity purposes.

The Speaker

Dr. Robertas Kirlys

Dr. Robertas Kirlys is a dentist - orthopedist - orthodontist. He completed his studies at the Institute of Dentistry of Vilnius University Faculty of Medicine (2006) and dentistry studies at Ernst Moritz Arndt University in Greifswald (Germany) (2004). In 2006 he completed an internship at Vilnius University Žalgiris Hospital. 2008 - 2012 orthodontic residency - Vilnius University Žalgiris Clinic. 2014 - 2016 completed the orthopedics residency study program at Vilnius University Žalgiris Clinic. From 2018 works at the clinic of the Vilnius Implantology Center. Is the manager of the Ordoline Academy mentoring program. Constantly lecturing and conducting practical training for general practitioners and orthodontists about treatment with aligners and the specifics of this work. Dr. Robertas Kirlys constantly deepens his knowledge in various conferences and training. Dr. Robert Kirlys is one of the most experienced specialists in treating patients with straightening aligners.

Dr. Saulius Žukauskas

Dr. Saulius Žukauskas completed master's studies in dentistry in 2015 at the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences. This year he also did an internship in the clinic of the Vilnius Implantology Center. In 2018 Saulius completed oral surgery residency at Vilnius University. During 2016-2020 he was Doctoral student of Vilnius University. During 2015-2019 he worked at VŠĮ Vilnius University Hospital Žalgiris clinic in the consultation polyclinic, Oral surgery and pathology sub-department. In 2017 he did an intership at San Carlos University Hospital in Madrid, Spain. PhD thesis defended in September of 2021. Saulius is member of the Lithuanian Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, member of the European Academy of Osseointegration, member of the Association of Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgeons of the Baltic States.