Hear from global experts in myofunctional orthodontics, dental sleep medicine, integrated airway treatment and TMJ treatment at the MRC International Summit 2026 on the Gold Coast.

The 2026 MRC International Summit provides an opportunity for experienced and new practitioners to connect with like-minded dental professionals. Attendees can also learn from globally recognised experts in myofunctional orthodontics, dental sleep medicine, integrated airway and TMJ treatment, as well as other related topics.

With sleep-disordered breathing affecting both children and adults, practitioners can explore opportunities to broaden their scope of treatment. In addition, the summit will provide insights into sleep dentistry and MRC’s appliance systems.

Learning Objectives

• Gain an overview of MRC’s history and latest developments
• Understand how breathing and myofunctional disorders can affect patients
• Explore the role of multidisciplinary care in managing related disorders
• Review relevant clinical case studies
• Understand the relationship between tongue tie, malocclusion and sleep-disordered breathing
• Explore the future of orthodontics through breathing and myofunctional techniques
• Discover MRC’s latest educational resources for clinical practice
• Learn how to implement treatment techniques effectively
• Explore myofunctional orthodontics and arch expansion techniques
• Understand how to integrate airway and TMJ treatment without unnecessary complexity
• Learn about the treatment of paediatric breathing and myofunctional disorders

Key Presenters

Dr Chris Farrell – MRC Founder & CEO, BDS

Dr Farrell graduated from Sydney University in 1971, gaining comprehensive knowledge of traditional orthodontics using the BEGG technique. Following his clinical experience, he developed an interest in TMJ/TMD disorders.

Further research led Dr Farrell to investigate the relationship between myofunctional disorders, malocclusion and TMJ disorders. In 1989, he founded Myofunctional Research Co. (MRC) to develop myofunctional appliances for early orthodontic treatment.

Today, his Trainer and Myobrace® appliance systems are used by orthodontists and dentists in more than 100 countries worldwide.

Dr Madeeha Khan – B Oral H (Dent Sci.), Grad Dip Dent. (Griffith)

Dr Khan is a general dentist who works at MRC’s Myobrace® Pre-Orthodontic Center. She also serves as Lead Presenter at MRC.

She completed her dental studies at Griffith University in 2016 and received awards for academic excellence for three consecutive years. Since graduating, she has worked at the Myobrace® Center and remains passionate about improving the overall health of children.

Jessica Maidman – Senior Myobrace® Educator

Jessica Maidman is the Senior Myobrace® Educator. She provides support, education and training to Myobrace® members while helping practitioners implement the Myobrace® System.

In addition, Jessica is part of the MRC lecturing team. She is passionate about sharing the Myobrace® treatment philosophy and supporting practitioners in their clinical practice.

Pricing

Non-members: $3,100 AUD
Website Subscribers & Students: $2,325 AUD
Myobrace® Members: $1,550 AUD