IOF runs a variety of events throughout the year and co-hosts high profile academic forums in partnership with leading institutions. At these events, the IOF brings the top minds in orthodontics together to discuss the latest developments in the field, advance their work and focus on converting clinical research into actual treatment. The IOF helps to accelerate this process, enabling researchers to transfer their skills into clinical practice.
2025 IOF & ADA Forsyth International Orthodontic Symposium in partnership with UCM (IOS 2025)
The 2025 IOF & ADA Forsyth International Orthodontic Symposium, in partnership with Complutense University of Madrid (UCM) will be held in Madrid, Spain June 27th & 28th. The symposium marks a groundbreaking tri-party collaboration among Europe, Asia, and North America.
It brings together the IOF, AFI, and UCM to create a truly global platform for knowledge exchange and showcase the innovative advancements that are transforming the field of orthodontics. The program features 30+ world-renowned speakers from over 20 leading global orthodontic institutions.
Under the theme "Emerging Technology for Interdisciplinary Care", these experts will share invaluable insights into global trends, shaping the future of orthodontics.
2024 IOF-ADA Forsyth International Orthodontic Symposium
The International Orthodontics Foundation (IOF) and the ADA Forsyth Institute were pleased to announce a collaborative initiative to develop a global series of workshops and symposia for participants to disseminate the latest research and clinical evidence in orthodontics and promote the role of innovations in improving global public health.
The overarching theme of this symposium revolved around 'Orthodontic Innovation and Technology for the Practicing Orthodontists.'. Our primary objective was to
promote clinical innovation and explore the latest technological advancements that enhanced patient outcomes. This two-day symposium consisted of four distinct sessions and a special panel discussion, each delving into emerging technologies, clinical applications and grand challenges, complex case studies, and the journey from concept to clinical application. enhance patient outcomes. This two-day symposium will consist of four distinct sessions and a special panel discussion, each delving into emerging technologies, clinical applications and grand challenges, complex case studies, and the journey from concept to clinical application.
2023 IOF International Orthodontic Symposium
2023 IOF International Orthodontic Symposium co-organized by the International Orthodontics Foundation (IOF) and The University of Hong Kong Faculty of Dentistry (HKU FoD) was be held on June 16-18, 2023, in Hong Kong.
The 1st IOF International Orthodontic Symposium
Aiming to guide orthodontists in their field of expertise, the 1st IOF International Orthodontic Symposium, titled "Innovation and Transformation", was broadcasted live worldwide from June 3rd to June 5th 2022.
Forsyth Orthodontic Symposium
IOF is providing sponsorship and educational grants to The Forsyth Institute, a world's leading independent research and education centre. IOF attended The Forsyth Orthodontic Symposium: In Honor of Dr.Moorrees from October 7 to 8, 2022.
The symposium featured four sessions with presentations from leading experts in orthodontics, including the co-chairman of the board and 4 co-founding committee members of the IOF. They participated in a panel discussion with global leaders and gave lectures on translational research, and innovative clinical care.
2024 COS Annual Meeting
COS(Chinese Orthodontic Society)is one of the world's preeminent orthodontics research and clinical care organization dedicated to the prevention and treatment of malocclusion. Its objective is precisely what IOF continues to pursue. In order to implement mutual understanding, IOF was work as a key partner with COS to support its annual academic meeting held in Shanghai, China, on October 15th to 17th, 2024. The COS annual meeting is a national event in China, attracting nearly 6,000 participants across a wide range of research, scientific, and clinical backgrounds, all focused on improving outcomes for patients.
