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Contents 90 22 12 24 18 48 50 2 People 2 News 4 Products 6 Events 36 Innovations 32 Clinical 54 Aligners-past, present and future 56 Facial Rejuvenation: A good plan! 60 Use of high-strength zirconia materials for long-span bridges 64 PerioGold® Gel: Is it the new “gold” in adjunctive treatment of periodontal disease? 66 OSSEOFRAME: Improving outcomes 68 Photobiomodulation: Myths and facts 72 Bio-designing molar guidance for dolichofacial TMD patients with case studies 80 Using EthOss® to address a major anterior lingual bony defect with suppuration on probing 76 Book of the Month 82 Company Profile 88 Software 90 Surgery Design & Fitouts 94 Feature – Chairs, servicing & spare parts 98 Gamma Talk: Radiation Safety 99 Artificial Intelligence 100 Profile 102 Columnists 112 Retailing 114 Finance 116 Is there life after Dental Practice ownership 117 Marketing 118 Reality Bites 120 The Full Complement Publisher Great Australian Publishing PO Box 4230 Black Rock, Vic 3193 Amos Lang – Managing Editor Founding editor & publisher of Australasian Dentist and Implant Dentistry Today; editor and journalist. B.A. (Writing Majors) Advertising Tel: 03 9502 0792 Mobile: 0402 405 279 Editorial, subscription and mailing enquiries Tel: 03 9502 0792 Email: gapmagazines@gmail.com PO Box 4230 Black Rock, Vic 3193 Material submitted: While every care is taken with solicited and unsolicited materials supplied for consideration and/or publication, neither the editor nor the publisher accept any liability for loss or damage however caused. The Publisher, Great Australian Publishing, accepts no responsibility for views expressed within supplied material. ©Copyright. This publication is copyright. No part of it may be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of the publisher. Clinical Editors Dr Michael Stubbs B.D.Sc (Adel), M.D.S(Adel), M.D.Sc (Melb), F.R.A.C.D.S. Assoc/Professor Oral Medicine Latrobe University Consultant Oral Medicine Specialist Dr Geoffrey Hall Specialist orthodontist; teaching general dentists in the area of orthodontics, both nationally and internationally Director, BDSc (Melb) Cert Orth (Uni of Penn) MRACDS (Orth) Founder and Director of Complete Aligner Planning Service (C.A.P.S ) Feature writers Danny Chan, Jade Richardson
CATEGORY 2 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST PEOPLE In early October, dental professionals traded their scrubs for driving gloves, embarking on an exhilarating journey along the stunning Mornington Peninsula, in Melbourne’s scenic South East. Sponsored by VOCO, Adam Dental, and BMW, this unique event seamlessly blended Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with the thrill of driving. Morning CPD at Waverley BMW The day kicked off at Waverley BMW showrooms, where esteemed speakers Dr James Bartalotta and Dr Sigal Jacobson shared invaluable insights on advancements in composites, particularly highlighting VOCO‘s GrandioSO Nanohybrid composite. Their expertise set the stage for an unforgettable afternoon, showcasing how this innovative material offers both packable and flowable options with tooth-like physical properties. Exploring the GrandioSO range The GrandioSO range from VOCO is designed to meet the diverse needs of dental professionals. With an impressive filler content of 89%, GrandioSO provides outstanding wear resistance and enhanced color stability while minimizing resin Revving Up CPD: A thrilling day with VOCO, BMW and Adam Dental on the Mornington Peninsula content by 30-50% compared to traditional composites. This results in low volumetric shrinkage of just 1.6%, making it ideal for a variety of applications – from Class I to V restorations to repairing veneers and splinting teeth. Notably, GrandioSO boasts a flexural strength exceeding 400 MPa, ensuring durability under masticatory loads. Its thermal stability allows it to withstand daily temperature fluctuations without compromising the integrity of restorations. This combination of properties ensures long-lasting, aesthetically pleasing restorations that meet the rigorous demands of modern dentistry. The ultimate driving experience After the informative morning session, attendees hit the road in a convoy of sleek BMWs. With a carefully curated route showcasing breathtaking views, they experienced a diverse lineup of BMW models – from cutting-edge electric vehicles to high-performance sports cars. Well-planned stops allowed everyone to switch cars and revel in the excitement of German high-performance vehicles alongside German high-performance dental materials. A culinary delight Following the invigorating drive, participants indulged in a gourmet lunch at one of the peninsula‘s finest eateries, fostering connections among professionals while savoring delicious food. Memorable moments and lasting impressions As the day concluded back at BMW, smiles were abundant. Guests had one last chance to switch cars and soak in every last drop of excitement. Each participant left not only with unforgettable memories but also a bottle of exquisite Port Philip Estate wine. What our guests are saying Feedback was overwhelmingly positive: u “I’m not into cars... but now know exactly what my next car is going to be!” u “A spectacular day – truly unforgettable!” u “One of the best experiences in CPD education in my dental career!” u “The insights on VOCO‘s GrandioSO were eye-opening; I can see how it will enhance my practice.” Looking ahead With plans to expand its offerings in 2025, VOCO is committed to providing more exciting events that blend education and engagement for dental professionals. Join the adventure! If this sounds like an experience you’d love to be part of in the future, connect with your local VOCO Rep today. Get ready to rev your engines – your next adventure awaits! u Ralf brings a wealth of experience in Business Development and Education within the dental and medical fields. He has a proven track record of innovation and strategic development. Originally from Germany, Ralf moved to Australia in 1999, where he began his career with A-dec. From 2008 to 2012, he worked as a Senior Product Specialist at Biohorizons, earning global awards for his achievements while cultivating a passion for surgical procedures and continuing education. After joining NSK Oceania in 2012, Ralf transferred to their UK business to be closer to his family. However, he considers Australia home and returned in 2022 taking on the role of GBT Clinical Solutions Specialist at EMS Oceania for NSW. Now, he’s thrilled to join Ivoclar and reconnect with industry friends while making new contacts in Government and Corporate dentistry. Introducing Ralf Wendel – DSO, Government and Dealer Account Manager, Ivoclar Based in the southern suburbs of Sydney, Ralf enjoys swimming, body surfing, gym workouts, long beach walks, and indulging in cooking and baking. u To make a time to meet with Ralf and understand how Ivoclar can add value to your business, contact him on: Ralf Wendel, DSO, Government and Dealer Account Manager Mobile: 0418 178 107 Email: ralf.wendel@ivoclar.com Office Address: 25 Cleg Street, Artarmon, NSW 2064 www.ivoclar.com NEWS
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6 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST EVENTS One of the drawbacks for Australasian dentists has always been our geographical isolation from the rest of the world. The brilliant opportunities, lifestyle and prestige of the region come at the price of increased costs for import, and separation from our peers around the world when it comes to training, education, inspiration and peer support. Dr Ned Restom, of Smile On clinics, who co-founded the Australasian Implant Academy in 2020 with leading local dental surgeons, says quite simply: “What we decided to do was create a way for any dentist in Australia and New Zealand, at any level of skill and experience, to get access locally to the world’s best experts, teachers and technicians in implant skills, from the absolute basics, all the way to complex implantology, right here, in the country.” It was a vision they began building with support from the American Board of Oral Implantology (ABOI), drawing on the best education and expertise the US can offer, and which is expanding rapidly, with a network and resource-based tapping giants of the specialty from Brazil, Mexico, and training over 400 dentists a year on home soil. “The time,” says Dr Restom, “has come.” Live patient implant training with the world’s leading experts – at your doorstep The Australasian Implant Academy brings the giants of Implantology to our shores for world-class trainings and mentorships. By Jade Richardson With more than 20 years’ experience in the field, himself, and a prestigious career built on extensive overseas travel, study, networks and mentors, he says bringing the world’s best to teach and inspire dentists here is a game-changer for anybody seeking elite training without the burden and costs of education abroad. The Australasian Implant Academy offers a faculty of over 18 experts and pioneers in the field, including some of the most respected and revered dentists, including leading periodontists, endodontists, prosthodontists, anaesthetists and world class implantologists: Dr Dean Licenblat, Dr James L. Rutkowski, Dr Ned Restom and Dr David Bassal, as well as prestigious affiliations with the American Academy of Periodontology and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. A major advantage of AIA is that all trainings are built around live patient treatments. “Nobody offers live, handson treatment trainings here, except at universities, and the advantages are immense. Working with live patients is a completely different experience to working with models. This has been a key priority for us to offer. It pushes our students forward in confidence and skills exponentially.” The Academy offers a unique program of 4 Fellowships, starting with a foundational program which covers everything from medical history, revising skills, case management, communication skills, and a solid, hands-on grounding in the basics of implantology and grafting, suturing techniques, training with cone beam CT, treatment plans and maintenance, to intermediate implant placement, soft tissue management, complex sutures, and an advanced implant grafting program including sinus and black grafts, PRP and PRF, and Full Arch. Fellowships from entry Level 1 to advanced Level 4 are offered throughout the year in 2025 out of state-of-the-art facilities in Sydney, Melbourne and the Dual-Cured Resin Luting Cement Footer Ads #106.indd 2 10/10/2024 12:37:42 PM
AUSTRALASIAN IMPLANT ACADEMY 0405 819 634 enquiries@australasianimplantacademy.com.au australasianimplantacademy.com.au Follow us australasianimplantacademy IMPLANT TRAINING BY INDUSTRY LEADERS, INNOVATORS AND PRACTICING SURGEONS The AIA has compiled a unique program offering students four fellowships from Fundamentals to Advanced Implantology, which is also supplemented by three live patient surgical externship programs. The AIA, led by international experts, includes advanced clinical implantology training and ongoing mentorship, delivered by international experts in our brand new, state of the art facility on the Central Coast, NSW. The Australasian Implant Academy (AIA) offers the first ever complete implant placement curriculum from basic implantology all the way through to full arch and remote anchorage solutions. Dr Ned Restom Dr David Bassal Dr Dean Licenblat Register your interest, explore our programs, and join our courses to work on LIVE Patients. Work with our team of global dental leaders, educators and innovators. 2025 CALENDAR IS OPEN, DON’T MISS OUT!
CATEGORY 8 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST EVENTS NSW Central Coast, and there are three opportunities to join the Academy’s Live Patient Externship next year. Dr Restom says the influence and reach of the AIA is expanding rapidly. The brains trust of mentors, teachers and graduates is also becoming a major force for implant training and networking as the academy widens its reach and attracts surgeons, pioneers and luminaries from other regions. “There was nothing like this in my day,” he says. “It was seriously prohibitive in so many ways to get this kind of education and access to the luminaries in the field. The academy is changing that completely. What we’re offering are the most elite, thorough, hands-on, multi-level, live trainings available in the region, and a community of peers, counsel and ongoing expert support that closes the gap for everyone.” “It’s been a humbling experience watching the academy grow,” he says. “We’ve built our business on our positive reviews, and steering this, watching it succeed and grow has been a real blessing in my career, I am really proud to be part of creating the AIA.” He says one of the great outcomes is that more local dentists with excellent skills and confidence in implantology means that many more Australian and New Zealand communities can access high demand, complex care, bringing the world’s best practice to regions everywhere. “For dentists, this is the opportunity to start out in a highly profitable, high demand area of skills, or develop your expertise, flexibility and confidence without leaving the country, bearing the costs of travel and research, or impacting the case flow at your practice.” The team say the level of expertise they have gathered provides the most unique, succinct hands-on clinical training available, up to and beyond Australian standards, with the added advantage of ongoing access to a very active international online community sharing case reviews, mentorship and real time access to a growing, skilled network of active, expert surgeons in the specialty, supported by the academy. “We don’t leave our clinicians to go it alone after studying with us,” says Dr Restom. “It is a major advantage to be part of our community. We offer a very active peer support network where you can share cases, seek input, ask questions, present cases and get access to faculty, specialists, pioneers and other dentists, actively sharing expertise and ideas.” The academy also offers career support services, including job placement assistance and networking opportunities. “We’re here to help local dentists make big leaps in their confidence, skills and success,” says Ned. “There’s nobody who knows this profession like the faculty we have built. We’re dentists committed to growing, serving and getting other dentist the best skills, and the best advantages in their careers the world can offer.” u PERTH 8-10 MAY 2025 REGISTER NOW ADC2025.ORG.AU Registrations are open for the premier dental industry event for 2025! Join your industry peers as international and local keynote speakers deliver a cutting-edge scientific program, and get ready to explore the latest dental products and services at our exhibition! Find out more on the link below. Early Bird pricing ends soon!
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CATEGORY 10 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST EVENTS A lack of formal accredited implant dentistry programs has led to a fragmented landscape of implant education and thus resulted in substantial knowledge gaps. We created a symposium that has brought together global leaders to fill gaps and advance implant dentistry, offering participants a range of techniques, technology and approaches, allowing them to select the most suitable options for their practice and patients. The absence of a standardized educational framework for implant dentistry underscores the urgency of creating dedicated spaces for professional development, where dental professionals can access the latest research and innovations to address the complex and evolving needs of implant dentistry. In response to the fragmented state of implant education, the Tufts Global Implant Symposium was created to bring together experts from around the globe to assess the current gaps in formal implant training and shape the future of evidencebased implant education. Held at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, the symposium drew participation from specialists, educators, and deans, both in-person and virtually, from diverse regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia. The two day symposium of unparalleled immersion into cutting edge science in the world of implant dentistry. At the symposium we were surrounded by some of the brightest and most experienced minds in the field. A thematic schedule was created to maximize the educational impact. This symposium fostered a cross pollination of knowledge across various aspects of implant dentistry, including technology, materials, placement techniques, biology, planning, complication management techniques, management, the restorative aspect components (single to full arch), and methodology (immediacy placement, delayed placement). All about techniques and technologies and the presenters provided tips and guidance to navigate the complexities of modern implant dentistry from advanced treatment planning to use of surgical guidance systems. We deviled into the fundamental principles of biology and physiology with a focus on grafting techniques, soft tissue management and salvage of that failing implant. We created a journey of discovery, innovation and transformation, a journey that reshaped the The Tufts Global Implant Symposium Cultivating expertise in implant dentistry: A model for evidence-based learning Authors: Yash Brahmbhatt D27; Tufts University School of Dental Medicine Dr Edward T. Lahey, DMD, MD, FACS, Associate Dean for Hospital Affairs Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine/Tufts Medical Center Dr Shibani Sahni, BSD, Postgrad-Dip Restorative Dentistry, MMSc Dental Education. Program Director CE/Lifelong Learning and Distance Education, A/Professor Department of Comprehensive Care, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Fellow, International College of Dentists; Fellow of American Academy of Dental Science AADS way we should all approach patient care. The symposium introduced the formation of a global network of implant dentistry experts. Through battle of concepts and presentation series’, experts presented diverse implant techniques, empowering participants to select and integrate the methods best suited to their practices. This approach fosters innovation and encourages clinicians to blend techniques, promoting personalized, evidence-based care as implant dentistry becomes more integral to comprehensive dental care. The event highlighted the critical role of global collaboration in evolving implant education. Its hybrid format enabled broader participation and the sharing of diverse ideas. Exposure to varied implant techniques allowed participants to refine their practice by integrating new approaches, illustrating the importance of collective knowledge in advancing implant dentistry. We look forward to this global symposium being held on the 28-29th 2025 June In Greece. u Register: https://reg.learningstream.com/ reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0057-00205535eac17e094cada1f80b2c31f0272d
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CATEGORY 12 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST EVENTS The Australian Dental Congress 2025 (ADC2025) promises a diverse roster of world-class talent, a richly informative Main Scientific Program and an Exhibition showcasing the latest in dental products and services, all staged in the beautiful destination city of Perth, Western Australia. Taking time out from a busy professional schedule for CPD or networking purposes is a big ask and never lightly considered; the question that always needs to be answered is whether this will be of benefit in some tangible career-boosting way? With the plethora of options out there at any one time, there’s not always a clearcut answer about what you should devote precious out-of-practice/clinic time to, except in the case of an event like ADC2025. Hosted by the Australian Dental Association in beautiful Perth, Western Australia, from 8-10 May 2025, the event promises an impressive amount of CPD learning opportunities, networking aplenty and an exhibition which will feature the latest in dental products and services. Learning from the very best Over an information and event-packed three days, delegates from across Australia and Southeast Asia will be able to attend a varied array of presentations, delivered by leading experts in their field, drawn from Australia and around the world, all of whom bring a wealth of knowledge and lived experience to their work. “What is really exciting about the program for ADC 2025 is the diversity it offers in learning experiences for delegates,” says Scientific Program Coordinator, Dr Hugo Sachs. “They will have access to a range of cutting-edge topics presented by people that we really believe have the talent and passion to do justice to their chosen fields of expertise. “Additionally, while the program recognises and addresses current issues of relevance to anyone currently practising dentistry, it also casts its eyes towards the future and sees where we’re going as a profession and what we need to be ready for in the future.” All of the speakers on the extensive Program have been chosen, says Dr Sachs, on the basis that they present delegates with the chance to hear from those at the leading edge of their respective fields “The Australian Dental Congress has always been seen as a key opportunity to provide important learning opportunities for the dental professionals who attend. So, when selecting the speakers, the driver has always been to provide the very best people available who can push the envelope of what delegates know and push them further along their professional learning curve. “Every speaker who will presenting at the event has not only proven that they are leaders in their particular field, but that they passionate and articulate about their chosen topic.” Among the eight keynote speakers announced for the event are: Professor Hom-Lay Wang (USA) Professor and Director of Graduate Periodontics at the University of Michigan, Dr Wang’s research focuses on guided tissue/bone regeneration in attempts to repair and/or regenerate various periodontal and implant-related defects as well as oral plastic surgery. Because of his expertise in regeneration and manage of peri-implantitis, he is the author of an American Academy of Periodontology position paper entitled “Periodontal Regeneration” and a member of task force to develop the white paper on periimplantitis. Join global speakers at the region’s most iconic event for the dental industry in 2025 Professor Hom-Lay Wang
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CATEGORY 14 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST EVENTS Dr Jason Smithson (UK) With a specific interest in direct composite resin artistry and minimally invasive all ceramic restorations, Dr Smithson has presented to dentists locally, nationally, and internationally (USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, and Europe). He practises at Revitalize Dental Centre in Cornwall, UK, where his focus is microscope enhanced adhesive dentistry. He also has presented from undergraduate to master’s level at major universities and prestigious international meetings including BACD, BAAD, AACD, AARD, SIDOC, and BOS. Dr Marta Revilla-León (USA) A specialist in digital dentistry, Dr. Revilla-León is the author of more than 170 publications in peer-reviewed dental journals in the last four years focusing on topics such as facial and intraoral scanning methods, virtual patient integration, digital implant scans, polymer, metal, and ceramic 3D printing, CAD SWs and artificial intelligence for dental applications. She is currently Faculty and Director of Research and Digital Dentistry at the Kois Center in Seattle, WA, USA. Dr Victor Clavijo (Brazil) A renowned expert in restorative dentistry at Araraquara Dental School, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Brazil, Dr. Victor Clavijo is a professor in the Advanced Program in Implantology and Restorative Dentistry at the ImplantePerio Institute, he combines academic rigor with practical application. Dr. Clavijo also serves as a Visiting Professor of Advanced Operative and Adhesive Dentistry at the University of Southern California. With over 60 publications in national and international journals, he is dedicated to evidence-based practice. Active in research, he continually seeks innovative approaches to enhance dental care for his patients and students. A cutting-edge scientific program With multiple streams taking place concurrently throughout the purposebuilt Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre (PCEC), the diverse Program has something to appeal to everyone with a range of engaging topics on an extensive range of dental topics including: u Direct restorations of the posterior dentition parts 1 and 2 – a biometric approach with Dr Jason Smithson u The link between restorative design and peri-implant disease with Professor Hom-Lay Wang u Mapping the mouth to safety – AI in oral medicine with Dr Tami Yap u Restoration driven orthodontics with Dr Steven Naoum, Dr Tom Elliot and Dr Han Oh u Dilemmas in endodontic case selection – which teeth should be endodontically treated with Professor Paul Abbott u Lifestyle choices – risky oral habits with Assistant Professor Sue-Ching Yeoh u Implant retained prostheses with Assistant Professor Richard Chan u CBCT for endodontics and assessment of third molars with Dr Tom Huang u Tips and tricks for performing skillful dental extractions with Dr Emma Lewis You can review the full Main Scientific Program at the ADC2025 website. In coming months, full details on the range of associated learning events such as Lunch & Learn sessions and pre-Congress workshops will be released, further sharpening an already impressive slate of continuing professional development opportunities. Dr Jason Smithson Dr Marta Revilla-León Dr Victor Clavijo
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CATEGORY 16 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST EVENTS Check out cutting-edge dental products and services While the Program will equip delegates with a wealth of cutting-edge knowledge from some of the best presenters from Australia and around the world, the Exhibition is where they can find out where to put all that knowledge they’ve gained, quite literally, into practice. Like all Congresses before it, ADC2025 will feature an Exhibition which offers timepoor dental professionals the opportunity to peruse the latest advances in dental technology in one easily accessible location and to talk in person to a who’s who of the Australian and international dental industry. We are excited to share that some of the biggest names in the dental industry have already committed to be part of ADC2025 such as Platinum Sponsor, Curasept, and key industry companies such as Colgate, Henry Schein, Ivoclar, Dentavision, A-dec and NSK, with more signing on all the time. Echoing the theme of getting away from it all, the Exhibition will offers delegates in-person exposure to fresh ideas and approaches, a chance to evaluate afresh what they do and how they might do it differently away from the busyness of workaday life, and quick answers to any nagging questions they might have about products and services and how to use them more effectively in their practice environments. A destination only one flight from most of Asia What makes ADC2025 even more compelling, especially for those from outside the home state or country, is that it is being hosted in Perth, the must-visit capital of Western Australia. The city offers something for everyone, from shopping, restaurants, parks with hiking tracks, art galleries and museums. Whether you choose to arrive early and stay back once ADC2025 has concluded, you will be able to take part in a range of great experiences ranging from renowned cultural institutions, superb dining options, parks and hiking, and key visitor highlights such as Fremantle, Rottnest Island (say hello to the gorgeous quokkas) and the Margaret River wine region, to name just three. While delegates will no doubt head to ADC2025 for a superlative range of professional learning opportunities, it could also be the perfect place to grab a long overdue holiday. Check out Tourism Western Australia and Business Events Perth for a host of great ideas which will elevate an enviably good professional learning experience even further. See you there Whether it’s soaking up the wealth of knowledge available through the Program and associated learning opportunities, speaking face-to-face with industry representatives at the Exhibition about what’s new in dental products and services or networking with friends and colleagues at social events, there’s a great deal to experience at ADC2025. You might also be able to sneak in a much-needed break from it all! We look forward to welcoming you to the event and to the beautiful host city of Perth for what is sure to be one of the memorable events on the 2025 dental calendar, both professionally and personally, for everyone who attends. u
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CATEGORY 18 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST EVENTS As you leave your dental office, you think about your day – satisfied patients and perfect dental work once again. But you can’t stop thinking of that one patient who received the best possible treatment just a few months ago, who today came back with a number of complications. The reason? Insufficient biofilm management. And it makes you wonder – how can you improve your patients’ home oral-care routines to protect your work? Well, there might just be a way. With iTOP you finally have the chance to learn how to successfully change your patients’ habits and views on the importance of daily biofilm management, show them the right techniques, and strengthen their motivation to use them. The individually-trained oral prophylaxis (iTOP) programme gives you great support in overcoming the daily challenges your patients face once they leave your dental office. Its Touch-to-Teach (T2T) approach allows you to understand your patients’ experience first hand – particularly with regards to discussing habits and behaviour – and it also helps you understand how to instruct and motivate your patients so that they’ll really follow your advice. On top of that, the courses take place in a wonderful environment with a great community of like-minded colleagues. Help your patients change their habits iTOP participants frequently state that the course has changed their own perception of the importance of correct biofilm control and the way they talk about it to their patients, and has exceeded their expectations of a high-level training that will benefit both their clinic and their patients. According to dental professionals who have already attended, iTOP is a school for a new generation of dental professionals – a place where biofilm control meets behaviour change. At iTOP seminars, participants experience a balanced combination of the latest up-to-date scientific knowledge and practical hands-on training for daily biofilm management using different techniques and tools, with the clear aim of providing optimal biofilm control for each individual case. The course with practical benefits for your dental practice During the first level of the iTOP programme – iTOP introductory – dental professionals deepen their know-how on the complex issues of biofilm mechanics in relation to patient motivation, practice their own biofilm-management skills, and learn tools and techniques that will support them in their daily work. The course brings a number of practical benefits to its participants, both from a clinical and economic perspective. Thanks to a new perception of their oral health, your patients will benefit even more from your high-quality work, which will lead to further recall appointments, recommendations and patient loyalty in general. The iTOP training will also allow you to provide biofilm-management instructions as a chargeable service, and running a clinic with a concept of prophylaxis at the highest, individual level will distinguish your dental practice from others. The course is usually a full one-day event in which participants learn both the research-based background and, even more importantly, the practical aspects of biofilm control via the Touch-toTeach(T2T) method. The best understanding comes from an optimal balance of knowledge and handson experience. The iTOP programme is innovative because it is based on gaining exceptional Discover iTOP – a hands-on workshop that will shape the way your patients perceive their oral health Join the course that will create a real shift in your patients’ oral-care routines. iTOP teachers explain why they recommend this prophylaxis training to all dental professionals
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CATEGORY 20 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST EVENTS practical experience – with the opportunity to test the techniques in a live setting. Hands-on sessions are led by experienced instructors, and training is performed in a way that all participants get a chance to experience the patient’s journey first-hand. In some courses, we also bring patients to the sessions so the practical aspects can be expanded to reallife situations. A revolutionary course for dental professionals, from dental professionals What makes iTOP so positively perceived by dental professionals is the fact that it has been developed thanks to the pioneering approach and passion of Dr. Jiří Sedelmayer, the creator of the course. He spent 25 years as a clinical teacher and researcher at the UKE Hamburg. Early in his clinical career, he questioned his own work and thought about ways to improve the education of future dental professionals. Sedelmayer developed a programme to teach his students the optimal biofilm control techniques, which is now known as iTOP. Sedelmayer’s methods have been taught both nationally and internationally. He led more than 1,100 training seminars and courses worldwide. Who will be your guide throughout the programme? The seminar is always led by certified iTOP dental professionals with years of experience in training their colleagues and patients. The iTOP lecturers leading the seminars are all certified professionals from the dentistry field – periodontists, dental surgeons, orthodontists, general practitioners, dental hygienists and more, all of whom adopt a personal approach, dedicated to every participant during the seminar. The practical, Touch-to-Teach part is provided by the iTOP instructors Dr. Jiří Sedelmayer Dr Tihana Divnic-Resnik Andrew Terry Dr Chris Barker – certified professionals who have successfully finished the iTOP Educator course and are regularly re-certified. How is iTOP helping dental professionals in their daily practice? Dr Chris Barker “iTOP has been highly effective in providing me with additional insights and strategies for managing challenging cases. By using the skillsets and tools provided through iTOP, I am able to adapt techniques to suit the unique needs of individual patients and specific situations.” Andrew Terry, iTOP Lecturer: “I see iTOP fitting into the future of oral health and practice by emphasising the education of this guiding principle at a university level. It’s important to teach students to treat patients as individuals, listen to their wants and needs and collaborate with them to find a routine that will work effectively.” Shida Taheri, iTOP Instructor “iTOP has changed how I communicate with patients. I feel much more comfortable and confident discussing how to use their interdental brushes and toothbrushes. It sounds basic, but it was the knowledge I needed to communicate effectively with them.” Do you want to experience iTOP yourself? Find the event that suits you best – not only in terms of level but also by location. Follow us on our LinkedIn page to stay updated on all the courses near you and access the sign-up form. u
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CATEGORY 22 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST EVENTS Nitrous Oxide Sedation is one of the safest forms of sedation that is available to dentists. Nitrous Oxide has an unparalleled level of safety compared to other forms of Anxiolysis, even compared to local aneasthesia. Unfortunately, dental undergraduate exposure is generally very limited. Thus, relative analgesia is treated as a ‘forgotten art’. Too many dentists have stressed similar stories ‘how are they going to treat their patient whilst managing their anxieties and pain?’ The answer is usually found in the cupboard down the hall from the clinic collecting cobwebs. The Nitrous Oxide set up that everyone’s hesitant to use because it was used once, was used without proper education, made the patient feel yuck and was simply put back in the cupboard and forgotten about. Dr Preketes and Dr Walker have revamped the Nitrous Oxide program. Starting in October 2022 till present October 2024, over 450 dentists have attended their unique courses for Nitrous oxide certification. This does not include clinics that have requested private courses in house to educate their dentists in all states of Australia. “ We would like to thank all that have attended our courses. We have established multiple N20 courses in Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Launceston, Canberra, Singapore and even Thailand. We understand the current climate in dentistry and how important it is for dentists to have these pain and anxiety control techniques under the belts. Therefore, to help we have established competitive recent 1st and 2nd year dental graduate rates.” Nitrous Oxide Courses have attracted practitioners from South Pacific Islands such as Vanuatu and Cook Islands. Remote locations, Christmas Island, health services from Central Adelaide state government, as well as international courses for dentists and medical practitioners in South East Asia, (Bangkok on November the 20th 2024). This International course attracts practitioners from Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam and other South East Asian Nations. Dr Preketes and Walkers courses have been incredibly well received, nationally and internationally, due to their standing as educators in sedation and that their private practices are sedation based. As private practitioners they provide nitrous oxide sedation daily in the real world as an effective adjunct to dental treatment. As sedation dental practitioners recognised by APHRA and endorsed to provide intravenous drugs They still administer nitrous oxide ritually with great patient outcomes. Dr Preketes and Dr Walker are recognised as Key Opinion Leaders in nitrous oxide sedation and all forms of sedation and anaesthesia related to dentistry. They are Clinical Senior Lecturer’s in the Conscious Sedation Diploma at the University of Sydney. The Conscious Sedation Diploma at the University of Sydney is the only APHRA recognised Diploma in Australia for recognition of dentists to administer intravenous sedation. A key component in the Conscious Sedation Diploma is the education of a strong command of advanced local anaesthesia techniques and Nitrous oxide sedation taught by Dr’s Preketes and Dr Walker. Dr Preketes and Walker are strong advocates of safe sedation and anaesthesia in dentistry encouraging dentists who wish to provide nitrous oxide sedation to be appropriately educated. Dentists have expressed how comfortable they are to ask questions in these courses as they know that the courses are a safe space. Dr. Walker & Dr. Preketes are in private practice and understand the complexities dentists face with the management of pain and anxiety. We see mature dentists and young dentists networking and sharing case stories with the same goals and initiatives- to be able to treat patients’ pain and anxiety free. On the 1st of June 2025 at ADASA, we will be running the Silhouette master N2O course, showcasing the newly modified low profile mask. It requires a completely new education and paradigm shift to engage this method of delivery of nitrous oxide. Dr Walker and Dr Preketes have had the benefit of the inventor’s personal tutorial on in these modifications, with the help of Parker’s South east Asia manager’s guidance. A Special thanks to Pascali-Parker Hannafin regional Pacific Manager, Airliquide Health Care, ADA South Australia branch and A-dec Australia Paul and Daniel. We wish you and your families a safe and merry Christmas and a Happy new year 2025 and look forward to meeting you in one of our courses. u For more information and tickets visit www. nitrousoxidecourse.com.au Silhouette master N20 Course tickets available call (08) 8272 8111. Dr Angelo Preketes and Dr Michael Walker – N2O courses
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