Digital technology has grown and is currently growing by leaps and bounds. This technology has been effectively applied in dentistry in various areas and aspects and had made dental therapy highly precise, accurate and fast. All this has been harnessed very effectively in the Smylist philosophy and makes it possible to carry out a full mouth rehabilitation in just 4 to 5 sittings. At the same time the entire result is first available digitally and then reproduced in real life. It is quite amazing how the digitization process has advanced dentistry so extensively. This presentation will elucidate this modern world of advanced digital dentistry.

Contemporary imaging for the diagnosis and treatment of traumatic dental injuries: Traumatic dental injuries (TDI) have an array of presentations. Diagnostic challenges are common and clinicians ability to correctly identify specific injuries dictates the optimal course of treatment. Recent improvements in three-dimensional digital radiographic imaging have introduced a new perspective, allowing evaluation of both the hard and soft tissues, in three spatial planes,  Compared to the traditional projection (plain film) radiograph, which is a two-dimensional shadow of a three-dimensional object, 3D imaging overcomes this major limitation by providing a true representation of the anatomy while eliminating super-impositions. There are different techniques of 3D imaging tools are available with substantial clinical applications. The clinicians’ ability to understand and utilize these tools will assist with the diagnosis and treatment planning of traumatic dental injuries.

The field of forensic comprises multiple branches, namely forensic medicine, toxicology, physics and many more. Forensic odontology is also a  branch of forensic, though small and underrated subject but nevertheless less impactful. This subject is equally scientific and a strong evidence for achieving convictions. Like the vast clinical dentistry, forensic dentistry is also useful in Human Identification, in cases where Fingerprints and DNA fails. This subject largely depends on the availability of dental records for its successful completion. It has various components, the study of lip prints, rugae patterns, bite marks and also Age estimation. Forensic odontology works in the interest of justice. This subject is growing faster than expected and is even providing important convictions based on dental evidences. The session will be oriented towards the overview of the subject, with its application and scope.

The treatment of mandibular fractures has been in a constant state of evolution over the past few decades. The most significant advancements related to the management of fractures of the mandible are based on specific technical refinements in the methods of internal fixation. Also there is improvement in the knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology and biomaterial science which influence our current management of mandibular fractures. Recent mandibular fracture management techniques have allowed for decreased infection rates and biological stable fixation of bone segments. This philosophy produces bony union and restoration of preinjury occlusion and normally eliminates the need for wire maxillomandibular immobilization. All this adds up to a faster, safer, more comfortable return to function. In spite of the presence of these modern techniques, closed reduction has by no means fallen by the wayside and still remains a commonly used procedure. This chapter presents an overview of general treatment principles in the management of mandibular fractures and also discusses the treatment strategies in detail depending on the age and anatomical site involved (symphysis, angle, condyle etc). Mandibular fractures in children and adults need different treatment approaches. Similarly, fractures of different anatomical sites in the mandible need different treatment modalities; they differ in their biomechanics, treatment requirements and complications. So each fracture is discussed individually taking care of the different schools of thought and controversies regarding their management. Major advances in the treatment of mandibular fracture in terms of biomaterials and minimally invasive surgical techniques are also discussed.