Waleed Elshahawy

Prof. Elshahawy is currently a Professor and Head of Department pf Fixed Prosthodontics in Tanta University, Egypt. He is also a visiting Professor in Misr International University and Alsalam University in Egypt. Prof. Elshahawy is the founder and treasurer of the Egyptian Prosthodontic Association. He is also the national representative of Egypt at the European Prosthodontic Association. Earlier, in 2004, he obtained his Master degree in Conservative Dentistry from Tanta University, Egypt. He also obtained the American National Board of Dentistry. In 2008, he pursued his PhD degree in Texas A&M University in USA and got PhD degree in 2011.  He was a Visiting Scientist at Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, USA. He has authored and reviewed many peer-reviewed articles in various national and international journals of his research expertise. He is a co-author of a published book by InTech Corporation, entitled “Advances in Ceramics”. He is a key opinion leader for many international worldwide dental corporations (e.g. Bio-art Dental Equipment, Brazil). He has orally presented in many national and international conferences. He has also provided many workshops of his clinical expertise in different countries. Meanwhile, he is a board member of the Editorial Board of many international dental journals. He is also a board member of the Research Ethics Committee in Tanta Faculty of Dentistry. He was awarded many awards nationally and internationally, such as 2011 Marquis Who’s Who leading achiever in America (USA), and Tanta University Best Award for Health Sciences in 2018.

Milling Machine Vs. 3D Printer: Which One Could Be the Prosthetic Solution for the Next Generations?

With the rapid evolution of digital dentistry, clinicians face a critical decision when investing in restorative technologies: traditional subtractive milling or emerging additive 3D printing. This lecture presents a comparative analysis of both techniques in the form of a debate. The presenters will compare both techniques in the fabrication of dental restorations—highlighting their respective advantages, limitations, clinical outcomes, and long-term economic impacts. Key factors such as material versatility, accuracy, speed, cost-efficiency, and maintenance requirements will be discussed. Real-world case examples and practice-based evidence will support the evaluation. The debate aims to provide clear guidance for clinicians and dental practice owners seeking the most strategic and future-ready investment for delivering high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care.