Prof. Dr. Burak Yilmaz received his dental and PhD degrees from Ankara University and his subsequent academic titles in the USA at The Ohio State University, College of Dentistry. He was promoted to the rank of Associate Professor with tenure in 2014, and to the rank of Full Professor in 2019. He was involved in teaching dental and postdoctoral students and research, also practicing in the Dental Faculty Practice during his time at The Ohio State University. In September 2020, he became the Director of Digital Dental Technologies Research Laboratory at the University of Bern School of Dental Medicine. He is also an Adjunct Professor at the Ohio State University. He holds a special interest in implant prosthodontics and digital dentistry and published more than 340 research studies and clinical reports. He is the co-author of the Implants Chapter in 5th and 6th editions of “Contemporary Fixed Prosthodontics” textbook by Rosenstiel et al. He serves as the Associate Editor of the Journal of Prosthodontics, a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry and Journal of Dentistry, Digital Dentistry Section, and serves at the Research Committee in the Academy of Osseointegration.

The lecture on “Possibilities for Sustainable Prosthodontic Manufacturing” will explore innovative approaches to fabricating prostheses with a focus on reducing the environmental impact and improving efficiency. Emphasizing the use of less hazardous materials, the talk will highlight the shift towards biocompatible, non-toxic alternatives in the production of prosthodontic components. Additionally, the lecture will cover time- and cost-efficient fabrication technologies, such as 3D printing and digital workflows, which streamline the process from diagnostic casts to the final prostheses. By utilizing advanced techniques like CAD/CAM systems, the manufacturing process becomes faster, more precise, and customizable, leading to better outcomes. The discussion will also address how these innovations contribute to reducing waste and energy consumption during production. Ultimately, the lecture will present how sustainable practices in prosthodontics not only benefit the environment but also enhance patient care through more accessible and affordable solutions.