Welcome

Dear Colleagues,
It is a great pleasure to invite you to Athens for the 23rd Biannual IAPD Congress on15th - 18th June, 2011. The hosting organization of the 23rd Congress of IAPD is the Hellenic Society of Paediatric Dentistry. Athens, named after Athena the goddess of wisdom and knowledge, is, in the conscience of the civilized world, a symbol of freedom, democracy and art. The capital of Greece, the city of the successful Olympic Games 2004, is prepared to welcome colleagues from all over the world to exchange the latest information related to our profession. Apart from the scientific program and the large commercial exhibition that will be held at the Congress venue, an attractive and full of activities social program will keep you busy throughout the four days of the Congress. Traditional Greek hospitality, food, music and dancing in a relaxed atmosphere, as well as sea sports in the beautiful blue Aegean Sea, promise a nice break for all of you.

Lisa Papagiannoulis
Chair of the Organising Committee