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Two Forum Days. One Room. Every attendee committed to getting aligner treatment right
The Angel Aligner Tokyo Forum brings together orthodontic and dental professionals from around the world—not for a lecture series, but for the kind of genuine clinical conversation that actually changes how you practise.
We'll be at the Fairmont Tokyo, with faculty joining us from the USA, Spain, New Zealand, Australia and Japan. People who've been in the chair, worked through the hard cases, and have real-world knowledge to pass on about treatment planning, biomechanics, digital workflows, and what it actually takes to move patients toward comprehensive, predictable outcomes.
Join us in Tokyo, Japan in 2027! Deepen your clinical knowledge, and connect with the people shaping the future of aligner treatment.
Come ready to learn.
Leave ready to lead.
Leave ready to lead.
Expect keynotes and case discussions, and just as much value in the unscripted conversation between sessions.
Across the two days, you'll go deep on the Angel Aligner system itself: the clinical performance, the innovation behind it, and what it actually takes to put into practice.
New to aligners or years into your career, you'll leave with something to take straight back to your own clinic.
Registration Options
EARLY BIRD RATE (ends 31 August)
USD $650 (ex. GST)
Approx. ¥105,500 (ex. GST) based on exchange rates as at 1 July 2026
Final payment will be processed in Japanese Yen. Japanese GST (consumption tax) of 10% applies.
Exchange rates may vary.
STANDARD RATE
USD $750 (ex. GST)
Approx. ¥121,500 (ex. GST) based on exchange rates as at 1 July 2026
Final payment will be processed in Japanese Yen. Japanese GST (consumption tax) of 10% applies.
Exchange rates may vary.
Forum Program
Learn directly from the minds advancing aligner treatment worldwide
Mr Colin Matheson
VP/General Manager APAC Angel Aligner, Victoria, Australia
READ BIOMr Colin Matheson
Victoria, Australia
Colin Matheson is General Manager and VP, APAC at Angel Aligner, where he leads the company's regional operations across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.
Dr Shohei Komatsu
Specialist Orthodontist | DDS, PhD, Chiba, Japan
READ BIODr Shohei Komatsu
Chiba, Japan
Dr. Shohei Komatsu is a Specialist Orthodontist based in Chiba, Japan. He graduated from the Nihon University School of Dentistry at Matsudo and completed his postgraduate orthodontic training at the Nihon University Graduate School of Dentistry at Matsudo. He currently serves as a part-time lecturer in the Department of Orthodontics at Nihon University School of Dentistry at Matsudo.
Dr. Komatsu is a board-certified orthodontist of the Japanese Orthodontic Society with extensive clinical experience in fixed appliance therapy, clear aligner treatment, lingual orthodontics, and digital orthodontic workflows. He is particularly interested in integrating digital technologies and efficient treatment systems into everyday orthodontic practice.
He is a founding member of the orthodontic study group “Mokuyo no Yoruni (Thursday Night)” an educational platform for orthodontic specialists in Japan. He has also contributed to the Journal of Aligner Orthodontics and is a co-author of The Aligner Ortho.
As an active clinician and speaker, Dr. Komatsu regularly lectures and is recognised for his practical, evidence-based approach and his commitment to advancing modern orthodontic care.
Dr Rhonda Coyne
Specialist Orthodontist | BDSc, MDSc(Ortho), FRACDS, Queensland, Australia
READ BIODr Rhonda Coyne
Queensland, Australia
Dr Rhonda Coyne is a Specialist Orthodontist based in Far North Queensland. She studied Dentistry at the University of Queensland and completed specialist orthodontic training at the University of Melbourne.
With more than 20 years of clinical experience, Dr Coyne is recognised in Australia for her orthodontic leadership in the practical integration of digital systems and remote monitoring into everyday orthodontic workflows. She is widely regarded within the Australian orthodontic community as a speaker, first adopter and innovator, known for trialling and refining emerging technologies before they reach mainstream clinical use.
Dr Coyne is an expert in clear aligner treatment, an early adopter of Dental Monitoring, and a regular speaker on digital transformation, technology and systemisation. She frequently presents in collaboration with fellow orthodontic colleagues, with recent teaching focused on integrating digital platforms, AI-driven tools, and Angel Aligner workflows into everyday clinical practice.
She is recognised for her practical, clinic-tested approach and for openly sharing the insights and lessons gained as an early adopter, helping orthodontists confidently incorporate digital technologies into modern practice.
Dr Paula Alvarado
Specialist Orthodontist | DDS, MS Ortho, North America, USA
READ BIODr Paula Alvarado
North America, USA
Dr Paula Alvarado completed her Master in Orthodontics at Universidad Intercontinental, following her dental degree from Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara, and completed her schooling at Colegio Rochester.
As the North America Head of Clinical Excellence for Angel Aligner, she brings over 20 years of expertise in shaping the global aligner industry. With a strong focus on scaling and refining clinical protocols, she has been instrumental in developing treatment planning strategies for aligner cases worldwide.
Dr. Paula’s specialized knowledge in aligner protocols empowers orthodontists to achieve precise, effective outcomes. Her insights offer attendees the opportunity to elevate their practices and clinical efficacy through Angel Aligner’s continually evolving innovations.
Dr Angela Coombe
Specialist Orthodontist | BDSc, MDSc(Ortho), New South Wales, Australia
READ BIODr Angela Coombe
New South Wales, Australia
After graduating Dentistry from Otago University in 1993 Dr. Coombe began her career as an Oral and Maxillofacial House Surgeon at Napier Hospital. This role allowed her to gain a comprehensive range of experiences across dentistry, surgery, specialist care, and trauma management, laying a strong foundation for her future career in orthodontics. In 1999, Dr. Coombe completed a Masters of Dental Science in Orthodontics from the University of Sydney.
She has been in private practice on the NSW Central Coast for 24 years, where she has served the community with a focus on improving patient outcomes and experiences, and developed a reputation for excellence in orthodontic care.
Angela utilises digital technologies and monitoring throughout the orthodontic treatment process. By embracing these innovations, she ensures greater efficiency, enhanced quality of treatment finishes, and an improved overall patient experience.
Angela has shared her knowledge and expertise by lecturing at state, national, and international levels.
Dr Mo Al-Dujaili
Specialist Orthodontist | BDS, DClinDent, MRACDS-Orth, MOrthRCSEd, Auckland, New Zealand
READ BIODr Mo Al-Dujaili
Auckland, New Zealand
After completing a year in Health Sciences, and later physiotherapy, Dr Mo Al-Dujaili qualified as a dentist in New Zealand. He spent the next four years working alongside his mentor and father in Sydney Australia, where he practised all aspects of general dentistry with a special focus on surgical procedures. Gravitating towards the complexity of orthodontics, Dr Mo returned to Dunedin to specialise, gaining his specialist degree – a Clinical Doctorate in Orthodontics from the University of Otago.
During the three years of specialist training, he had the privilege of learning from the best. The combined clinical and academic acumen of professors, doctors and staff provided an invaluable experience. Mo had the opportunity to teach undergraduate dental students, publish and present significant research as well as clinical cases at both national and international forums including; the International Association of Dental Research, the Australasian Begg Society of Orthodontics, the European Orthodontic Society and the New Zealand Dental Association conferences.
A firm believer in maintaining high clinical standards, Mo successfully completed further examinations to become affiliated with the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) and the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (Sydney). Mo is currently a part-time senior lecturer at Auckland University of Technology, a Fellow of the World Federation of Orthodontists and also holds professional memberships with the New Zealand Association of Orthodontists, the New Zealand Dental Association and American Association of Orthodontists. For the past 8 years, he has also been involved in supervising and lecturing of Oral Health students at the Auckland University of Technology. His orthodontic private practice focus is on growth and development, multidisciplinary approach along with growth modification techniques.
Dr María Hernández Vilarrasa
Specialist Orthodontist | DDS, MS, Madrid, Spain
READ BIODr María Hernández Vilarrasa
Madrid, Spain
Dr. María Hernández Vilarrasa obtained her Dentistry degree from the European University of Madrid in 2001. Over the years, she attended courses in Occlusion and Surgery and completed her postgraduate studies in Orthognathic and Neuro-Occlusal Rehabilitation (RNO) at the University Alfonso X El Sabio in 2009. She served as a Clinical Advisor for Biomers until 2017, during which time she was involved in research and development with the National University of Singapore and also presented as an international speaker in South Asia.
Currently, as an Exclusive Orthodontist in Madrid, Dr. Hernández Vilarrasa specializes in invisible orthodontics with aligners, lingual appliances, and surgical cases.
She is a member of the Spanish Society of Orthodontics (SEDO) and serves as a professor at the University of Alcalá, contributing to the advancement of orthodontic education. Her commitment to adopting cutting-edge technologies and techniques ensures her patients receive the highest standard of care.
Dr Susana Palma
Specialist Orthodontist | DDS, PhD, Ciudad, Spain
READ BIODr Susana Palma
Ciudad, Spain
Dr. Susana Palma received her DDS from the University of Granada and completed her PhD in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at the Complutense University of Madrid.
She also holds a postgraduate degree in Lingual Orthodontics from the University of Valencia. She has served as a postgraduate professor at the Complutense University of Madrid and the University of Salamanca.
Dr. Palma is an international speaker with a clinical and academic focus on aligner biomechanics and treatment of growing patients. She has authored numerous articles in international journals and is co-author of Aligners Technique in Orthodontics (2021) and author of Biomechanics with Aligners: Attachments, Protocols, Features (2024).
Dr. Palma has treated more than 2,000 aligner cases and achieved Top 1% provider status in the EMEA region. She has been in private practice in Ciudad Real, Spain, since 2005 and is an active member of leading national and international orthodontic societies.
Dr Kazuhisa Mogi
Specialist Orthodontist | DDS, PhD, Chiba, Japan
READ BIODr Kazuhisa Mogi
Chiba, Japan
Dr. Kazuhisa Mogi is an orthodontic specialist at Mogi Orthodontic Clinic in Ichikawa, Chiba, Japan. After graduating from the School of Dentistry at Showa Medical University, he completed his orthodontic training in the Department of Maxillofacial Orthodontics at Tokyo Medical and Dental University, now Institute of Science Tokyo.
He is a Board-Certified Orthodontist and Certified Clinical Orthodontist of the Japanese Orthodontic Society. His clinical practice includes both clear aligner therapy and fixed appliance treatment, with extensive experience in treating patients with dentofacial deformities and congenital craniofacial anomalies.
He is a Board-Certified Orthodontist and Certified Clinical Orthodontist of the Japanese Orthodontic Society. His clinical practice includes both clear aligner therapy and fixed appliance treatment, with extensive experience in treating patients with dentofacial deformities and congenital craniofacial anomalies.
Dr Akimasa Morisaki
Specialist Orthodontist | DDS, PhD, Tokyo, Japan
READ BIODr Akimasa Morisaki
Tokyo, Japan
Dr. Akimasa Morisaki graduated from Fukuoka Dental College in 2015 and completed his clinical residency in orthodontics at the college's Medical and Dental General Hospital the following year. He then joined the Department of Orthodontics at Kanagawa Dental University in 2017, where he also enrolled in the postgraduate program, completing his PhD in Dentistry in 2020 with research on resin cement adhesion to enamel following orthodontic debonding.
He began his orthodontic career at Koishikawa Orthodontic Clinic in 2020, before co-founding Aoyama Omotesando Orthodontic Clinic in Tokyo in 2024, where he continues to practise alongside a part-time role at Koishikawa. In 2025, he was certified as a specialist orthodontist by the Japanese Orthodontic Society.
Dr. Morisaki holds memberships with the Japanese Orthodontic Society, the Japanese Lingual Orthodontic Society, and the Tokyo Orthodontic Society. His clinical practice covers both fixed appliance and clear aligner treatment, with particular attention to the finer details of finishing and long-term retention.
Dr Junji Sugawara
Specialist Orthodontist | DDS, PhD, Sendai, Japan
READ BIODr Junji Sugawara
Sendai, Japan
Dr. Junji Sugawara currently serves as the Director of the Sugawara Orthodontic Clinic in Sendai, Japan and as a Visiting Clinical Professor in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. After graduating from Tohoku University in 1973, he served as a faculty member there for 33 years.
Dr Sugawara has been an active member of the E. H. Angle Society (North Atlantic Component) since 2004. His primary research and clinical focuses include the Skeletal Anchorage System (SAS)—which utilises titanium mini-plates as temporary anchorage devices—and the Sendai Surgery First (SSF) approach, which enables surgical orthodontics without the need for preoperative orthodontic treatment. He has lectured extensively on these topics across the United States, Europe, South America, Australia, the Middle East, and Asia.
Dr Sugawara was selected as a "Master Clinician" in the April 2025 issue of *JCO* magazine, becoming the first Asian orthodontist to receive this honour.
Dr Ryuzo Nakamura
General Dentist | DDS, Osaka, Japan
READ BIODr Ryuzo Nakamura
Osaka, Japan
Dr. Ryuzo Nakamura graduated from Hiroshima University and began his career at Preventural Moriguchi Ekimae Dental Clinic, where he later served as Vice Director. In 2023, he founded Mouth Peace Orthodontic Clinic in Osaka, Japan.
Dr. Nakamura specialises in clear aligner therapy, with particular expertise in the management of complex orthodontic cases and treatment using temporary anchorage devices (TADs). In addition to his clinical practice, he is a frequent lecturer and instructor, delivering seminars and hands-on training programs for clinicians across Japan. His educational activities focus on advanced clear aligner therapy, complex case management, and TAD-assisted treatment.
Dr Yasuhiko Akama
Specialist Orthodontist | DDS, PhD, Fukuoka, Japan
READ BIODr Yasuhiko Akama
Fukuoka, Japan
Dr. Yasuhiko Akama received his DDS from Kyushu Dental University, Japan, in 2017 and earned his PhD in Dentistry from Kyushu Dental University Graduate School in 2022. Following his doctoral training, he completed a Clinical Fellowship in the Division of Orthodontics at Kyushu Dental University. In 2023, he became a Certified Orthodontist of the Japanese Orthodontic Society.
Dr. Akama is currently the Director of Watanabe Dental & Orthodontic Clinic, where he provides orthodontic treatment for both children and adults. His clinical interests include clear aligner therapy, fixed appliance treatment, and the management of functional issues in growing patients.
He is also a contributing author of The Aligner Ortho: The Optimal Solutions for Clear Aligner Treatment (Quintessence Publishing Japan).
Committed to patient-centered care, Dr. Akama integrates the latest digital technologies into clinical practice to deliver efficient, individualized, and evidence-based orthodontic treatment.
Dr Yoshito Oda
General Dentist | DDS, Tokyo, Japan
READ BIODr Yoshito Oda
Tokyo, Japan
Dr. Yoshito Oda graduated from the School of Dentistry, Kyushu Dental University, a public university corporation, and completed clinical training in oral and maxillofacial surgery at Matsue City Hospital. He subsequently trained at FaceTalk Azabu-Juban Orthodontic Clinic before opening Aoyama Omotesando Orthodontic Clinic in 2024. In 2026, he also opened Tenjin Orthodontic Clinic in Tenjin, Fukuoka City.
Drawing on his background in oral and maxillofacial surgery, his clinical practice is dedicated to exploring non-surgical approaches for cases that would conventionally be considered first-line candidates for surgical orthodontic treatment—including those involving impacted teeth, gummy smiles, and skeletal mandibular prognathism. In response to the increasingly diverse chief complaints of patients in recent years, he is committed to diagnosis and treatment planning that carefully addresses each patient's individual concerns, incorporating techniques such as mandibular auto-rotation.
He obtained certification from the Japanese Academy of Gnathology and Occlusion (Certified Specialist No. 7051) in 2025, and certification from the European Lingual Orthodontic Society (ELSO) in 2026.
Dr. Paula Alvarado
矯正歯科医｜DDS、MS Ortho USA
READ BIODr. Paula Alvarado
矯正歯科医｜DDS、MS Ortho USA
Dr. Paula Alvaradoは、Colegio Rochesterで初等・中等教育を修了後、Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajaraで歯学を学び、Universidad Intercontinentalにて矯正歯科学の修士号を取得しました。
現在はエンジェルアライナーのNorth America Head of Clinical Excellenceとして、20年以上にわたり世界のアライナー矯正治療の発展を牽引してきました。臨床プロトコルの標準化と改善に注力し、世界各国のアライナー症例における治療計画戦略の構築において重要な役割を果たされています。
アライナー矯正治療プロトコルに関する専門的な知見をもとに、歯科医師がより予測実現性の高い、効果的な治療結果を達成できるよう支援しています。本講演では、エンジェルアライナーの進化し続けるイノベーションを通じて、日常臨床の質の向上につながる実践的な知見をご紹介します。
FAQS
Yes. Registration is required for all attendees. As this event will be in high demand, places may become limited. We recommend registering early to secure your place.
Registration includes access to all sessions, catering during the event, networking functions, and forum materials.
The registration fee does not include travel expenses or accommodation.
All registration fees will be charged in Japanese Yen (JPY) and processed through Angel Aligner's Japanese entity.
If you are registering from outside Japan, your bank or credit card provider will automatically convert the amount to your local currency using their applicable exchange rate. Please note that exchange rates and any foreign transaction fees are determined by your financial institution and are outside of our control.
A registration confirmation and receipt will be provided once payment has been successfully processed.
No. All registrations must be paid in Japanese Yen (JPY). Most major credit cards will automatically convert the payment amount from Japanese Yen into your local currency at the time of processing.
All cancellations must be made in writing via email to anzevents@angelaligner.com.
Cancellations more than thirty (30) days before the event will receive a refund less 25% of the registration fee (to cover administration costs). No refunds will be available within 30 days of the event, though registrations may be transferred to a substitute delegate.
A refund processing fee of 3,156 JPY applies to all refunds.
The forum is designed for orthodontists, dentists, and dental professionals interested in advancing their knowledge of aligner therapy, digital orthodontics, and contemporary treatment planning.
Yes. The program will include content relevant to both experienced clinicians and those looking to build confidence with aligner therapy and digital orthodontic workflows.
The program will feature a range of clinical and practice-focused presentations, including complex aligner treatments, biomechanics, digital workflows, interdisciplinary care, treatment planning, and emerging innovations in orthodontics.
The primary language of the forum will be English, with several sessions presented in Japanese.
Translation services will be available throughout the event to ensure all delegates can fully engage with the program.
Yes.
The Tokyo Forum has been developed specifically for clinicians and dental professionals across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region & beyond. We welcome attendees from all around the world who are interested in advancing their knowledge of aligner therapy, digital orthodontics, and contemporary treatment approaches.
Absolutely. Delegates are welcome to travel with family members, friends, or guests and may choose to extend their stay in Japan before or after the forum.
As accommodation and travel arrangements are booked and paid for by each delegate, you are free to include additional travellers in your plans. However, attendance at the forum is limited to registered dental professionals.
Any eligible dentist, orthodontist, or dental professional wishing to attend the forum or any associated forum functions must register separately and pay the applicable registration fee.
It is the responsibility of each attendee to ensure they meet the visa entry requirements for Japan.
Please check with your local embassy or consulate for up-to-date visa information
*All travel arrangements, including flights and transportation to and from Tokyo, Japan are the sole responsibility of the attendee. Angel Aligner does not cover or reimburse any visa or travel expenses.
Yes. A list of recommended accommodation options can be found under the More Info section of the website. Any special hotel rates negotiated for forum attendees (where available) will be provided upon registration and payment.
Delegates are welcome to stay at The Fairmont Tokyo, the official forum venue, or choose alternative accommodation that best suits their preferences and travel plans.
Please note that registration fees do not include accommodation, flights, airport transfers, or any other travel-related expenses.
Tokyo is a natural choice for an APAC-focused clinical forum, for several reasons:
Regional significance – Angel Aligner has deep roots in Asia, and Japan is a recognised centre of orthodontic innovation and clinical excellence, making Tokyo an ideal host city for a gathering of this kind.
Accessibility – Tokyo is one of the most connected cities in the Asia-Pacific, with excellent international flight links from across the region and beyond.
Cross-regional learning – Bringing together clinicians in Tokyo creates a genuine opportunity to connect with peers and leading specialists from across APAC and internationally, enriching the educational experience for everyone in the room.
Cultural and clinical exchange – Japan's orthodontic community is sophisticated and forward-thinking, making Tokyo an inspiring setting to explore shared clinical insights and contemporary treatment approaches.
Absolutely. We encourage delegates to make the most of their visit by exploring Tokyo and other regions of Japan before or after the forum.
If you have any questions, please reach out to anzevents@angelaligner.com
