15th Biennial National Orthodontic Congress

15th Biennial National Orthodontic Congress

Advancing Orthodontic Excellence

March 10-11, 2026 @ 8:00 AM onwards

Objectives

  • Bring together orthodontic practitioners, allied professionals, and international experts for a two-day scientific exchange.

  • Provide continuing professional development (CPD) through lectures, symposia, posterboard, and exhibits.

  • Provide opportunities for fellowship and networking among delegates and members.

Hotel Amenities and Booking

Why You’ll Love the Venue

  • πŸŒ†Β Prime Location – Conveniently situated near key business districts, dining spots, and transportation hubs for easy access throughout your stay.
  • πŸ›Ž Modern, Elegant Spaces β€” Sleek contemporary design with comfortable meeting rooms and sophisticated event facilities.
  • πŸ“š Comfortable Guest Experience β€” Well-appointed rooms, quality bedding, and thoughtful amenities to help you rest and recharge.
  • 🍽 Excellent Dining & Services β€” On-site restaurant, lounge, and professional staff dedicated to seamless hospitality.

Easy Access

  • ✈️ Close to Transport Hubs β€” Convenient access to the airport, public transport, and ride-hailing services.
  • πŸš–Β Strategically Located β€” Easily reachable via major highways and main city roads.
  • 🚢 Near Key Landmarks β€” Walking or short driving distance to business districts, shopping areas, and dining options.

Stay in Style

Special room packages will be available for Congress participants at a minimal cost ofΒ PhP7, 840 net/room/night. Book early to secure your spot and enjoy the convenience of staying right where the action is!

Program

DAY 1 - March 10, 2026

8:00 – 9:00 AM Opening Ceremonies
Keynote Address: β€œThe Future of Orthodontics in the Philippines”
Dr. Dennis Lim (Chairman, Philippine Board of Orthodontists)
9:00 – 10:00 AM Lecture 1 – Dr. Sabrina Huang
Redefining Class II Treatment: Orthodontics Meets Orthognathic Tooth Movement
10:00 – 10:30 AM Coffee Break
10:30 – 11:30 AM Lecture 2 – Dr. Sabrina Huang (Taiwan)
Aligner Strategies for Managing Challenging Malocclusions
11:30 – 12:30 PM Lecture 3 – Dr. Sabrina Huang
Thinking Beyond the Box: Transforming the Smile
Open Forum
12:30 – 1:15 PM Lunch Break
1:15 – 2:00 PM Symposium 1: AI in Orthodontics – Shaping Treatment with Invisalign and Brava
Dr. Sabrina Huang + Dr. Narandr Chevangkul
2:00 – 3:00 PM Lecture 4 – Dr. Narandr Chevangkul
Integrating Biomechanics into Treatment Planning for the Brava Independent Mover System
Open Forum
3:00 – 3:20 PM Coffee Break
3:20 – 4:20 PM Lecture 5 – Dr. Narandr Chevangkul
Breaking Barriers: Managing Complex Cases with the Brava Independent Mover System
4:20 – 5:00 PM Cocktail Reception

DAY 2 - March 11, 2026

8:00 – 9:00 AM Lecture 6 – Dr. Eric Liou
Face-Driven Orthodontics: Management of Chin Projection/Height in
Low- to High-Angle Class III Adult Patients
9:00 – 10:00 AM Lecture 7 – Dr. Eric Liou
The Role of Condyle Displacement/Repositioning in Surgical or
Non-Surgical Orthodontics for Mandibular Asymmetry
Open Forum
10:00 – 10:30 AM Coffee Break
10:30 – 11:30 AM
Symposium 2: Interactive Panel Discussion on Open Bite Treatment
Philosophies & Approaches

Dr. Eric Liou + Dr. Hyo-Sang Park

*15-minute lecture by each speaker followed by a 30-minute panel
discussion and audience engagement
11:30 – 12:30 PM Lecture 8 – Dr. Hyo-Sang Park
Treatment Planning for Complicated Class I and Class III Cases in
Young and Adult Patients – Clear Aligner and Micro-Implant
Combined Treatments
12:30 – 1:15 PM Lunch Break
1:15 – 2:15 PM Lecture 9 – Dr. Hyo-Sang Park
Clinical Use and Biomechanics of Micro-Implants and Experimental
Advancements to Improve Micro-Implant-Based Treatments
2:15 – 3:00 PM Closing Session
3:00 – 5:00 PM Limited Attendance Microimplant Hands-On Course - Dr. Hyo-Sang Park
Trade Exhibition + Networking Cocktails

Our Speakers

Speaker

Dr. Sabrina Chiung-Hua Huang

DDS

Sabrina Chiung-Hua Huang D.D.S
Certified orthodontist in Taiwan
Clinical consultant, Department of Orthodontics, National Cheng Kung University Hospital
Big Apple Dental Clinic in Tainan, Taiwan
Taipei Smile Dental Clinic in Taipei, Taiwan
President of Taiwan Association of Aesthetic Dentistry
Invisalign APAC Advisory Board member

Dr. Huang is a certified orthodontist in Taiwan. Dr. Huang practices in Tainan, Taiwan and has lectured internationally. She is a certified Invisalign speaker and shares many tips essential for maximizing the potential of the system. In private practice she has become known for interdisciplinary treatment and undertaking difficult and unusual cases from which she has learned some very advanced ideas and applied them successfully, achieving great finished cases. Many of those will be included in her lectures.

Speaker

Dr. Narandr Chevangkul

DDS

DDS (First Class Honor)
Mahidol University, Thailand

MSD in Orthodontics, Temple University, Philadelphia, USA

Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics since 1990

Charter Member, American Lingual Orthodontic Association, 1987

Member, American Board of Orthodontics (ABO), 1990–present

Member, College of Diplomates, ABO

Speaker

Dr. Eric J.W. Liou

DDS

DDS, MS | Taiwan

Vice Superintendent, DentWay International Dental Hospital
Associate Professor, Graduate Institute of Craniofacial Medicine, Chang Gung University

Dr. Eric J.W. Liou is an internationally renowned orthodontist, educator, and innovator recognized for pioneering advances in craniofacial orthodontics, surgical-orthodontic integration, and skeletal anchorage systems. He earned his DDS from Taipei Medical University and his MS in Surgery from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he also completed a craniofacial orthodontic fellowship.

Speaker

Dr. Hyo-Sang Park

DDS, MSD, PHD

1994 – 2003:
Full-time Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Dept. of Orthodontics and Dentistry,
Medical College, Keimyung University, Daegu, Korea

2001 – 2002:
Visiting Associate Professor, Department of Orthodontics,
University of Oklahoma, USA

2015 – 2018:
Vice-Director, Kyungpook National University Dental Hospital, Korea

2003 – Present:
Professor and Chair, Dept. of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry,
Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea

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Dr. Hyo-Sang Park’s research background is on immunohistochemical studies for neurotransmitters following tooth movement and growth studies using rats as an experimental animal. He pioneered works and extensive research on the development of microimplants since 1998. He has been using microimplants since 1998. He has been using microimplants for twenty four (24) years, owned ten (10) patents and wrote more than 100 international articles, six textbooks, and eight chapters dealing with Orthodontic Microimplants. His articles were cited in many Orthodontic journals over 9,000 times. He found Dentos Limited with collaboration with colleagues.

He has spoken to world-renowned orthodontic meetings more than 75 times as a keynote speaker and provided 2 or 3 days of microimplants training courses internationally more than 270 times. He is serving as a reviewer for AJODO, Angle Orthod, EJO, Orthodontics, and Craniofacial Research, J of Orthodontics, KJO, and other journal researches concerning clinical use of microimplants, its biomechanics, and animal experiments to improve microimplants.

Payment Options

Early Bird Regular Rate Installment Package*
APO Members & Students PHP 11,000
(until January 15, 2026)
PHP 12,500
(until February 14, 2026)
Total Fee: PHP 12,500

Nov 15: PHP 4,500
Dec 15: PHP 4,000
Jan 15: PHP 4,000


All post-dated checks must be submitted
on or before November 11, 2025

Non-APO Members PHP 12,000
(until January 15, 2026)
PHP 13,500
(until February 14, 2026)
Total Fee: PHP 13,500

Nov 15: PHP 4,500
Dec 15: PHP 4,500
Jan 15: PHP 4,500


All post-dated checks must be submitted
on or before November 11, 2025

Foreign Delegates USD 300
(until January 15, 2026)
USD 400
(until February 14, 2026)
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* For Installment Check Payments

Check Labeling
Full name, cellphone number, and email must be written at the back of the check.
For inquiries: 8727-0001 loc. 2245 (Salve)

Check Mailing
Post-dated checks should be mailed to:

APO Treasurer
Dr. Lani Bergonio
Room 245 MAB2
Cardinal Santos Medical Center
Wilson St., Greenhills
San Juan City

Pay To: Association of Philippine Orthodontists

Metrobank Peso Account: 343-7-34351474-0
Metrobank Dollar Account: 343-2-34300439-1

Our Sponsors and Partners

πŸ“Œ Refund or Substitution

  1. Full Refund (Minus Administrative Fee)
    • Cancellations made up to 60 days before the Congress (January 10, 2026)
    • A 10% administrative fee will be deducted to cover transaction and processing costs.
  2. Partial Refund
    • Cancellations made 30–59 days before the Congress (January 11 – February 9, 2026) are eligible for a 50% refund.
  3. No Refund
    • Cancellations made less than 30 days before the Congress (February 10, 2026 onwards) will not be eligible for a refund due to final commitments with the venue, suppliers, and program costs.
  4. Substitution Option
    • A registered delegate who is unable to attend may transfer their registration to another participant by notifying the Secretariat in writing at least two (2) weeks before the event.
    • No additional fee will be charged for substitutions.
  5. Force Majeure Clause
    • In the event the Congress is canceled or postponed due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the organizers’ control (e.g., natural disasters, public health emergencies, government restrictions), registration fees will either be:
    • Fully refunded, or
    • Applied as credit toward a rescheduled event.
  6. Processing of Refunds
    • Approved refunds will be processed within 30 days after written request and will be returned via the original mode of payment.
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