Dr. Socratis Thomaidis | Dentistry | Research Excellence Award 

Dental School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens | Greece

Dr. Socratis Thomaidis is a distinguished clinician–scientist whose research profile reflects more than two decades of sustained contributions to restorative and operative dentistry, with a particular emphasis on dental materials science and its clinical translation. His academic foundation includes a DDS from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, an MS in Operative Dentistry from the University of Michigan, and a PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. His graduate and doctoral research established a strong focus on the mechanical behavior, physical properties, and performance interrelationships of contemporary dental materials, laying the groundwork for a career that bridges laboratory investigation and clinical application. Dr. Thomaidis’s research has significantly advanced understanding of composite resins, CAD/CAM resin-based materials, and metal–ceramic restorative systems. His seminal work on the mechanical properties and interrelations of contemporary composite resins, published in Dental Materials, provided fundamental insights into strength, toughness, and durability parameters that directly influence restorative longevity. This line of research continues in his recent investigations comparing fracture toughness between CAD/CAM resin-based materials and direct composite resins, offering evidence-based guidance for material selection in modern restorative dentistry. A key theme in Dr. Thomaidis’s scholarship is the optimization of clinical performance through material science. His studies on depth of cure using microhardness evaluation have clarified the effects of monowave and polywave LED light-curing units on bulk-fill composites, contributing to safer and more predictable restorative protocols. Earlier clinical research on cervical hypersensitivity demonstrated his commitment to patient-centered outcomes and evidence-based therapeutic strategies. Beyond experimental research, Dr. Thomaidis has authored clinical reports and case-based studies that translate complex material principles into practical restorative solutions. His publications on porcelain-fused-to-metal overcasting and refurbishment of spark erosion prostheses illustrate innovative approaches to extending prosthesis longevity while preserving biological and structural integrity. These works underscore his ability to integrate laboratory knowledge with advanced clinical techniques. In parallel with his research activities, Dr. Thomaidis has maintained long-standing roles as a clinical instructor in operative dentistry and a laboratory instructor in dental technology, reinforcing the educational impact of his scholarship. His sustained engagement in private clinical practice further strengthens the relevance of his research, ensuring that investigations are grounded in real-world clinical challenges. Overall, Dr. Socratis Thomaidis’s research profile is characterized by scientific rigor, translational impact, and a balanced integration of materials science, clinical dentistry, and education, contributing meaningfully to the advancement of contemporary restorative dental practice.

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