Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University Hosts Special Lecture on “Shaping the Future of Restorative Treatments Using Smart Bioactive Materials”

On April 23, 2026, the Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University organized a special lecture titled “Shaping the Future of Restorative Treatments Using Smart Bioactive Materials” at Rareuk Khun Auditorium, 2nd Floor, Boromanathsrinagarindra Building.

The lecture was delivered by Prof. Satoshi Imazato, DDS, PhD

• President, IADR (2024-2025)
• Professor & Chair, Department of Dental Biomaterials, Osaka University, Japan
• Former Dean, Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry

The opening ceremony was presided over by Prof. Thantrira Porntaveetus, Associate Dean for Research and Innovation. The event was also attended by Assist. Prof. Uraiwan Chokechanachaisakul, Head of the Department of Operative Dentistry, along with faculty members and graduate students, who participated with great interest.

During the session, the speaker shared insights into the latest advancements in smart bioactive dental materials, which play a significant role in modern restorative treatments. The lecture highlighted innovative approaches that contribute to improving clinical outcomes and advancing dental research.

Lecture Highlights

• Antibacterial restoration using Clearfil Protect Bond
• Smart restorative materials for caries prevention and biofilm control
• Advanced pulp capping for pulpal healing and tissue regeneration

The event attracted strong interest from participants, offering valuable opportunities for knowledge exchange with a leading global expert. It also reinforced the Faculty’s commitment to advancing academic excellence and innovation in dentistry.

This lecture was part of the Faculty’s ongoing efforts to promote research and innovation at an international level, while enhancing the capabilities of its faculty members and students to keep pace with emerging trends in dental technology.