The Dental Practitioner
This series is designed for dental professionals who want to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in dentistry. It features interviews with respected healthcare professionals, industry experts, and experienced dental educators. Listeners gain insights into the dental landscape in Australia and learn about trends shaping the future of dentistry and oral healthcare. Each episode offers practical information to enhance practice, expand knowledge, and improve patient care. The podcast is presented by the Australian Dental Association NSW Centre for Professional Development.
Episodes
Embracing Digital Dentistry: The Era of Connected Dentistry
Digital dentistry started in the 1980s. But according to Dr Wolf-Dieter Perlitz, we’re now entering something entirely new: the era of connected dentistry.In this episode of The Dental Practitioner, host Dr Dominic Aouad sits down with Wolf-Dieter — Head of DS Core Product Management at Dentsply Sirona — to unpack what that means for dentists right now and over the next decade.With a background in
A Rare Breed: The World of Special Needs Dentistry
There are only 29 special needs dentists in Australia. Seven of them work in NSW. And 1.4 million Australians with profound or severe disabilities depend on someone else to brush their teeth.In this episode of The Dental Practitioner, host Dr Cathleen Dong sits down with Dr Zanab Malik — special needs dentist, researcher, and founder of the AI-powered oral health app My Special Needs Dental Home —
Embracing Digital Dentistry: From Misinformation to Mastery
What began as frustration with dangerous misinformation on social media has transformed Professor Markus Blatz into one of dentistry's most trusted voices, reaching nearly a quarter of a million clinicians worldwide. In this first episode of our two-part series with Dentsply Sirona—celebrating their support of the new ADA NSW Digital Training Centre—Dr Dominic Aouad, immediate past president
The Million Dollar Question: Super Access for Dental Treatment
Join Dr Vicki Rozos, ADA NSW Head of Advisory Services, as she speaks with Shane Morgan, Partner at Cutcher & Neale Accounting and Financial Services, about the complex and increasingly scrutinised area of compassionate release of superannuation for dental treatment. With withdrawals for dental procedures skyrocketing, serious concerns about practitioner conduct in this space have been raised
AI in Dentistry - Part II: The Game Changer
Join Claire Schifter, ADA NSW CPD Manager, as she delves into the revolutionary impact of AI radiologic technology in dental practices with Dr David Lee, an ADA NSW member dentist and an early adopter of Pearl AI, and Mackenzie Harris from Gamma Tech, Pearl's Australian distributor. Discover how this game-changing technology is transforming patient care by enhancing diagnostic accuracy, impro
Cementum Tears: The Diagnosis You've Never Heard Of
Join Dr Patrick Meaney and periodontist Rob Fell as they unravel the mystery of cementum tears, a lesser-known dental condition that can mimic endodontic problems. Discover how this emerging issue challenges traditional diagnosis and treatment approaches, and learn about the latest techniques for identifying and managing these perplexing cases.Host: Dr Patrick MeaneyGuest: Dr Robb FellThe Dental P
Scope It Out: Insights from the Dental Board of Australia
In this wide-ranging conversation, Dr Patrick Meaney chats with Dr Murray Thomas about how Scope relates to factors like state regulations on medications, adopting new technologies like implants, specialties contributing research, and the Board's "Know Your Scope" resources. Throughout, Murray emphasizes the need for professionals to take a reflective, principled approach to respons
A Structured Approach: Mastering Dental Finances
In this timely episode, Dr Dominic Aouad sits down with Shane Morgan, an experienced accountant with a deep understanding of finance in the dental sector, to delve into the critical aspects of tax planning that dentists should consider as the 2023-24 financial year draws to a close. Shane shares his wealth of knowledge and experience, providing invaluable insights and strategies to help dentists n
The Charity Changing Lives: A Look Inside Filling the Gap
In this episode, we hear about Filling the Gap, a charity run by The Australian Dental Association NSW, that provides free dental care to people in need. We learn how dentists can volunteer their time and make a difference in the lives of others.The charity partners with dentists who donate their time to provide care. There are two ways dentists can get involved:Volunteer at a clinic run by the ch
Improving Oral Health for Older Australians
Dr Jodie Olivier, Vice President of ADA NSW and Chair of the Advocacy Committee, addressed the Country Women's Association of NSW. She spoke about the ADA's commitment to addressing the challenges and issues related to meeting the oral health needs of older Australians in NSW.Related links: Select Committee Report, ADA Advocacy PageThe Dental Practitioner is brought to you by the Austral
Dentists for Dentists: Unrivalled Member Support
Have you ever wondered how the Advisory Services team make stressful experiences manageable for ADA NSW member practitioners who are facing complaints or claims? What are the critical aspects of consent and record-keeping that often fly under the radar? And just how important are good records in safeguarding both patients and practitioners?In this episode, the Peer Advisors share key takeaways and
Broaden Your Reach: Understanding Teledentistry
In this episode, Dr Michael Jonas from ADA NSW will be discussing the implementation and benefits of teledentistry, which is the use of technology to provide dental consultations and services remotely, with Dr Kathleen Matthews from the Murrumbidgee Local Health District and Dr Jad Clarke, a pediatric dentist based in Sydney who works in both the private and public sectors. Jed and Kathleen discus
Beyond Borders: The Rise of Dental Tourism
In a thought-provoking conversation, Dr Cathleen Dong from ADA NSW and Dr Scott Davis, a prosthodontist from NSW North Coast, delve into the rising trend of dental tourism, unravelling its layers of complexity. Drawing from real-world experiences, Scott reveals the challenge of treating patients returning from overseas dental treatments, often complicated by language barriers and distant clinics.
AI in Dentistry - Part I: Building Trust and Elevating Patient Experience
Let's delve into the dynamic interplay between artificial intelligence and dentistry. In this episode, we uncover the transformative journey of Dental AI and explore its evolution from a futuristic concept to a present-day game-changer. Join Claire Schifter, ADA NSW CPD Manager, as she navigates through the shifts in perception and understanding, discussing the controversies surrounding AI&ap
Bridging the Gap
Join Claire Schifter, ADA NSW CPD Manager, as she chats with Dr Kunal Pandya, a Prosthodontist from Melbourne, about his upcoming course, "Resin Bonded and Traditionally Retained Tooth Bridges", which will take place at ADA NSW's Centre for Professional Development on October 14th, 2023.This course is designed to equip practitioners with the necessary skills to recognise suitable ca
The Art of Giving Back
Driven by a genuine commitment to her Northern Beaches community, Dr Meredith Gay's dental practice is thriving. She sponsors three local surf clubs, the rugby union and league teams, and even the golf club to give back to the community and create a lasting impression. Join ADA NSW President Dr Rohan Krishnan as he explores the story behind Dr Gay's practice, her experiences during the C
The Power of Connection
Join Claire Schifter, ADA New South Wales' CPD Manager as she chats with Dr Rakesh Jivan, an experienced dentist and passionate dental educator, about what is on offer in his upcoming course, Communicating for Success in Dentistry, to be held at ADA NSW Center for Professional Development on 26th July 2023.This comprehensive program focuses on practical communication techniques, national law
Breaking Barriers
The IDAA, or Indigenous Dental Association of Australia, was established in 2004 with the objective of enhancing the oral health of Indigenous Australians. Recently, the association has undergone a relaunch with a new board of directors focused on expanding its reach and advocating for the current needs of the Indigenous community. In a discussion with Cathryn Forsyth from ADA NSW and Dr Jodi Hart
Risk in Dentistry: The Changing Landscape
This episode is the final in a three-part series on 'Risk in Dentistry', proudly brought to you by Guild Insurance, protecting Australian dentists for over 23 years.As there is increasing emphasis on public safety, patient rights, and greater consumer awareness, dentists are facing heightened scrutiny and patients are seeking legal advice. Join Rhett Clayton, from ADA NSW Advisory Servic
Risk in Dentistry: Building Bridges
This episode is the second in a three-part series on 'Risk in Dentistry', proudly brought to you by Guild Insurance, protecting Australian dentists for over 23 years.Join Rhett Clayton, from ADA NSW Advisory Services, as he chats with Christie Boucher, Risk Services Manager at Guild Insurance about managing risk in the dental industry and the importance of communication. Stay tuned to le
Risk in Dentistry: Lessons to Learn
This episode is the first in a three-part series on 'Risk in Dentistry', proudly brought to you by Guild Insurance, protecting Australian dentists for over 23 years.Join Dr Sarah Raphael, head of Advisory Services, as she chats with her colleague Rhett Clayton on the topic of risk mitigation in dentistry and how to safeguard yourself and your practice and continue providing exceptional c
Dentistry in a War Zone
Power cuts, treating terrified refugees and considering life on the front line - these are some of the challenges of practising dentistry in a warzone. Join Stuart Turner from the Australian Dental Association New South Wales as he speaks with Dr Goncharuk-Khomyn, a globally noted lecturer and dentist, about how he has coped since Russia invaded his country in early 2022.Interviewer(s): Stuart Tur
Stay Safe, Remain Compliant: Radiation safety in the workplace
Radiographic devices are essential in modern dental practice to help dentists diagnose and treat patients, and due to the dangers of radiation, they come with rigid hierarchies of control. Join Claire Schifter, ADA NSW's CPD Manager as she speaks with Makenzie Harris, founder and director of radiographic service Gamma Tech, about radiation safety, what it means to dentists and how dental prac
Connecting Oral Health and General Health
“When we remember that patient care is the common goal that we're all trying to strive towards, we see a gathering of minds and a unified position. We are stronger together and can achieve change”. Dr Danielle McMullen, Vice President of the Australian Medical Association.In this episode, ADA NSW Advocacy and Policy Advisor Cathryn Forsyth chats with Dr McMullen about the importance of oral h
Multidisciplinary Care in TMD
With the ever-growing pressure on our healthcare industry, improving treatment efficiency is paramount for patients to receive the best possible care. By establishing significant relationships with teams of medical specialists and allied health professionals, dental practitioners are building new models of patient-centred care for more efficient and comprehensive treatment.Join general dentist and
SafeScript NSW
After success in many other states, the government initiative 'SafeScript' was recently launched in NSW (in the ACT it is called 'Canberra Script') - a very valuable tool to assist practitioners when prescribing patients with certain high-risk medicines, known as monitored medicines. This initiative allows prescribers and pharmacists to access real-time information about their
Culturally Safe Care: How we can all be part of the change
Being an Indigenous dental practitioner in Australia comes with a whole host of challenges. Join ADA NSW’s Cathryn Forsyth as she sits down with the directors of the Indigenous Dental Association Australia, Drs Gari Watson, Jess Manuela, and Jodi Hart, as they talk about their personal and professional journeys and the many underlying factors that impact the health disparities between Aboriginal a
Annie Praed Oration - Connection In An Isolated Profession
This episode features Dr Louise Hanrahan who delivered a powerful message in her Annie Praed Oration at SIDCON22 this year. Having observed a career through a public health lens, Louise reflects on the experiences working in wildly differing communities across Australia and the connections between them. Join Faiza Ahmad, ADA NSW Head of Communications and Public Affairs in this engaging conversati
The Role of the Consumer in Healthcare
The face of healthcare in this country is changing fast, and all healthcare providers need to keep up with the times. Join ADA NSW's Kylie Robb as she chats with SIDCON22's Keynote Speaker, Dr Norman Swan, about how a better understand of the role of the consumer in healthcare is critical in providing good quality dental care.Dr Norman Swan will be appearing at SIDCON22 at the Sydney Int
Doh Ray Me, ABC, 123 or EBD?
How do you decide what is the best course of action for the treatment of your patients? Do you read the latest dental journals, reflect on your training or consult your network on social media? In today's changing world the general dentist is overwhelmed with information and often times finds it difficult to know what is the best current evidence and how they should apply this to their practi
The Microbe Strikes Back: Dentistry and Antibiotic Resistance
For billions of years bacteria have inhabited the earth. These microbes are survivors; highly adaptable to external forces and enhanced abilities to evolve rapidly in changing environments. However, since the discovery of penicillin, antibiotics have predominantly kept the ravaging effects of harmful bacteria at bay ... until now. Due to the overuse and misuse of antibiotics in humans and animals
Outside The Mouth: The Mindful Dentist
Outside the Mouth is a series dealing with the health and wellbeing of dental practitioners and their families, brought to you by Guild Insurance, protecting Australian dentists for over 18 years.Heidi Horne, a Yoga and Wellness coach, has been on a journey for over 25 years to find ways to calm the "monkey brain" and inspire others to live a happier healthier more productive life. Heidi
Outside the Mouth: Lonely at the Top
Outside the Mouth is a series dealing with the health and wellbeing of dental practitioners and their families, brought to you by Guild Insurance, protecting Australian dentists for over 18 years.More people die by suicide than in road accidents every year in Australia. With more funding almost every year from state, territory and national budgets, mental health and suicide prevention are big topi
Outside the Mouth: Failure and the Relentless Pursuit of Excellence
Outside the Mouth is a series dealing with the health and wellbeing of dental practitioners and their families, brought to you by Guild Insurance, protecting Australian dentists for over 18 years.There is an expectation in the medical and dental profession that practitioners will not make mistakes. If one accepts that failure is an inevitable part of learning and mistakes are sure to happen, is it
Outside the Mouth: It Ain’t Weak to Speak
Outside the Mouth is a series dealing with the health and wellbeing of dental practitioners and their families, brought to you by Guild Insurance, protecting Australian dentists for over 18 years.There are growing concerns regarding the mental health of health-care workers in Australia. LIVIN is a local organisation with a vision to break the stigma of mental health through the development of cutt
Outside the Mouth: Dental Practitioner Support
Outside the Mouth is a series dealing with the health and wellbeing of dental practitioners and their families, brought to you by Guild Insurance, protecting Australian dentists for over 18 years.Health support for dental practitioners is here and it’s just a phone call or a click away. Launched in July 2020, Dental Practitioner Support is the first 24/7 telephone and online service for all dental
Revised Scope of Practice Registration Standard for Dental Practitioners 2020
On 1 July 2020 a revised Scope of practice registration standard for dental practitioners is in effect. Join Dr Sarah Raphael, senior dentist from ADA NSW, as she discusses important changes to the standard with Dr Murray Thomas, Chair of the Dental Board of Australia, and Luisa Interligi, Executive Officer – Dental, from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.Interviewer(s): Dr Sara
Digital Dentistry Part I: The Art of Underpromising and Overdelivering in Removable Prosthetics
In the world of removable dental prosthetics, digital innovation has fostered a new mindset in how we balance a patient’s clinical needs and their expectations. Join Leif Svensson from Everything Dentures and Dr Sarah Raphael, Senior Dentist at ADA NSW, as they discuss the impact that digital dentistry is having on patients receiving full or partial dentures including full-on-full clearances.Inter
Pulling Apart From the Pack: Finding Opportunities and Mitigating Risks
With increased competition in dentistry and new business models emerging, there are many challenges the modern dentist must face in order to build a profitable practice. Join Jonathan Clark and David Neal from The Eighth Mile Consulting as they take an objective look at risk and opportunities in dentistry with ADANSW’s Head of Communications, Kate Miranda.Interviewer(s): Kate MirandaInterviewee(s)
Survival Is Not Compulsory: Understanding Change
Dentistry is changing; everything from consumer behaviour through to new technologies are having a significant impact on the modern dental landscape. Join Jonathan Clark and David Neal from The Eighth Mile Consulting as they explain a simple approach to change management with ADANSW’s Head of Communications, Kate Miranda.Interviewer(s): Kate MirandaInterviewee(s): David Neal, Jonathan ClarkRelated
The Risky Business of Dentistry
Being a dentist is risky business; the constant predicament of trying to meet a patient's expectations whilst being mindful of their best interests, ensuring your clinical notes are in good order and your communication is effective are among the many factors that play a significant role in understanding and mitigating risk in a dental practice. Join Dr Colette Dailey as she explores this topi
The Dental Truck
Dr Jalal Khan is a North Sydney dentist who runs the Dental Truck, a mobile dental clinic delivering vital dental services to remote communities in need. Listen to Dr Khan discuss the motivations and challenges of providing this remarkable service with ADA NSW’s Stuart Turner.Interviewer(s): Stuart TurnerInterviewee(s): Dr Jalal KhanRelated Course/Event/Links: The Dental TruckThe Dental Practition
Marketing Your Practice
Marketing for your dental practice is an often misunderstood task and ensuring you are not wasting time or money is paramount to getting the best possible return on investment. ADA NSW CPD Marketing Executive Adam Szabo speaks with Carolyn S Dean, author of ‘Fully booked – Dental marketing secrets for a full appointment book’ and Managing Director at My Dental Marketing. Carolyn offers her insight
Caries Management Symposium - Caries Management Strategies - Population Oral Health Perspective
The University of Sydney School of Dentistry and ADA NSW brings you a seven-part lecture series from the 2018 Caries Management Symposium; looking at the future of dental caries through research-based, patient-focused minimally invasive management.In the final episode of this series Professor Woosun Sohn from the University of Sydney tackles the paradigm shift that is required for dental caries ma
Caries Management Symposium - Dental Caries and Children - A Persistent Dilemma
The University of Sydney School of Dentistry and ADA NSW brings you a seven-part lecture series from the 2018 Caries Management Symposium; looking at the future of dental caries through research-based, patient-focused minimally invasive management.In episode six of this series Professor David Manton from the University of Melbourne explores the development of dental caries in children, incorporati
Caries Management Symposium - Caries Risk Assessment
The University of Sydney School of Dentistry and ADA NSW brings you a seven-part lecture series from the 2018 Caries Management Symposium; looking at the future of dental caries through research-based, patient-focused minimally invasive management.In episode five of this series Professor Laurie Walsh investigates current strategies for caries risk assessment, with a focus on identifying patient li
Injectables
Facial rejuvenation therapies are continuing to gain popularity and anti-wrinkle injections have become one of the most popular cosmetic treatments in Australia. The field of dentofacial aesthetics using injectable technology in the dental practice is evolving as a natural appendix to a dentist’s scope of practice. Dr Josephine Ha, a general dentist from Sydney, delves deeper into understanding th
Caries Management Symposium - Remineralisation of Enamel and Dental Caries
The University of Sydney School of Dentistry and ADA NSW brings you a seven-part lecture series from the 2018 Caries Management Symposium; looking at the future of dental caries through research-based, patient-focused minimally invasive management.In episode four of this series, Professor Michael Swain from the University of Kuwait & University of Sydney summarises 25 years of research on enam
Caries Management Symposium - Microbiome and Dental Caries - 2018 Update
The University of Sydney School of Dentistry and ADA NSW brings you a seven-part lecture series from the 2018 Caries Management Symposium; looking at the future of dental caries through research-based, patient-focused minimally invasive management.In episode three of this series, Dr Christina Adler from the University of Sydney discusses the influence of ‘nature and nurture’ on the oral microbiome
Molar Hypomineralisation
In this week's podcast, Dr Colette Dailey from ADA NSW Centre for Professional Development discusses molar hypomineralisation with Professor Mike Hubbard, Founder and Director of The D3 Group for Developmental Dental Defects.For more information and educational resources related to The D3 Group for Developmental Dental Defects, you can access their website on www.thed3group.orgInterviewer(s):
Oral Rehabilitation Symposium - Episode 4 - On Prosthodontics Interfaces, An Enduring Narrative
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s Oral Rehabilitation Symposium, held in honour of Professor Iven Klineberg’s retirement from the School of Dentistry last year. In this fourth and final episode, we feature a lecture from Professor George Zarb titled ‘On prosthodontics interfaces: an enduring narrative'.Interviewe
Oral Rehabilitation Symposium - Episode 3 - Adaptation and Maladaptation to Occlusal Changes - The Role of Cortical Reorganisation and Signal Amplification
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s Oral Rehabilitation Symposium, held in honour of Professor Iven Klineberg’s retirement from the School of Dentistry last year. In this third episode, we feature a lecture from Professor Sandro Palla titled ‘Adaptation and maladaptation to occlusal changes: the role of cortical reorgan
Oral Rehabilitation Symposium - Episode 2 - Hypodontia, Its Management and the Role of Dental Implants
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s Oral Rehabilitation Symposium, held in honour of Professor Iven Klineberg’s retirement from the School of Dentistry last year. In this second episode, we feature a lecture from Professor John Hobkirk titled 'Hypodontia, its management and the role of dental implants'.Intervi
Oral Rehabilitation Symposium - Episode 1 - On Theories Behind Marginal Bone Loss Around Oral Implants
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s Oral Rehabilitation Symposium, held in honour of Professor Iven Klineberg’s retirement from the School of Dentistry last year. In this first episode, we feature a welcome message by Professor Heiko Spallek, Acting Head of School & Dean, School of Dentistry followed by a lecture fr
Hypnotherapy and Dentistry
In this week's podcast, Dr Colette Dailey from ADA NSW Centre for Professional Development chats with Dr Leon W. Cowen, a clinical hypnotherapist about the use of hypnotherapy and it’s applications in dentistry.Interviewer(s): Dr Colette DaileyInterviewee(s): Dr Leon W. CowenRelated Course/Event/Links: The Academy of Applied HypnosisThe Dental Practitioner is brought to you by the Australian
Dr Mark's Hygenie
In this week's podcast, Dr Colette Dailey from ADA NSW Centre for Professional Development chats with Dr Mark Wotherspoon, a dentist specialising in providing a portable dental service that treats elderly patients in their own bed or favourite chair. They discuss the growing need for dental care for older Australians and how the portable dental service is a model that dentists may consider to
Senior Smiles
In this week's podcast, Dr Sarah Raphael from ADA NSW Communications team chats with Associate Professor Janet Wallace, an oral health therapist and acting head of discipline for Oral Health at the University of Newcastle about the Senior Smiles program, a preventive model of oral health care for people living in Residential Aged Care Facilities.For further information about the Senior Smiles
Gerodontology
In this week's podcast, Dr Colette Dailey from ADA NSW Centre for Professional Development chats with Professor Clive Wright and Dr Peter Foltyn about the changing landscape of oral care for the elderly and the upcoming Geriatric Dentistry conference in Sydney in November 2018. The 2-day conference focuses on two themes; treatment planning for oral health in an ageing Australian population; a
Dentistry and Childhood Trauma
In this week's podcast, Charlotte Tanner from ADA New South Wales chats with Ms Daniella Francavilla about the treatment of patients who have experienced childhood trauma and the impact of trauma on a patient's oral health. Ms Francavilla is the Child Protection and Domestic Violence Educator for the Western Sydney Local Health District with expertise in working with adults and children
Infection Prevention and Control Webinar Q and A
This weeks podcast is a follow up to the recent ADA NSW webinar on Infection Prevention and Control delivered by ADA NSW Practice Services Manager, Kylie Robb. In this podcast, Abby Corrigal from ADA NSW Centre for Professional Development asks Kylie a series of wide ranging questions posted by viewers of the webinar.For advisory support on infection control, please contact the advisory services t
Water Fluoridation in Australia
In this week’s podcast, Dr Sarah Raphael, Advocacy and Policy Advisor for ADA NSW talks with Dr Brendan White, a dentist and president of the Far North Coast Division of ADA NSW and Dr Michael Foley, Director of Research and Advocacy for Metro North Oral Health Services in Brisbane on the topic of water fluoridation in Australia. Both Brendan and Michael have been actively involved in water fluori
3D Printing in Dentistry
In this week's podcast, Charlotte Tanner from ADA New South Wales chats with Professor Christine Wallace on the topic of 3D Printing in Dentistry. Professor Wallace is the Head of the Department of Oral Restorative Sciences at the Westmead Centre for Oral Health and specialises in Maxillofacial Prosthetics and the treatment of patients with head and neck cancer.Interviewer(s): Charlotte Tanne
The University of Sydney - School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day 2017 - Episode 5 - Harnessing the Food Environment in Western Sydney Local Health District to Make Choosing Healthy Easy
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s annual School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day, held on the 21st of September 2017 at the Westmead Education and Conference Centre.In this fifth and final episode, we feature a lecture and follow up interview with Dr Carrie Tsai from the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Sydney. Dr
The University of Sydney - School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day 2017 - Episode 4 - Regional Acceleratory Phenomenon (RAP) Effect on Orthodontic Tooth Movement
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s annual School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day, held on the 21st of September 2017 at the Westmead Education and Conference Centre.In this fourth episode, we feature a lecture and follow up interview with Dr Oyku Dalci from the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Sydney. Dr Dalci’s l
The University of Sydney - School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day 2017 - Episode 3 - Indigenous Cultural Competence Curricula Faculty of Dentistry Staff and Students Perspectives
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s annual School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day, held on the 21st of September 2017 at the Westmead Education and Conference Centre.In this third episode, we feature a lecture and follow up interview with Cathryn Forsyth, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Lead to the Faculty of De
The University of Sydney - School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day 2017 - Episode 2 - Central Changes in Chronic Orofacial Pain
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s annual School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day, held on the 21st of September 2017 at the Westmead Education and Conference Centre.In the second part of this series, Associate Professor Luke Henderson, from the Department of Anatomy & Histology, School of Medical Sciences, delive
The University of Sydney - School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day 2017 - Episode 1 - How Sweet It ... Was
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s annual School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day, held on the 21st of September 2017 at the Westmead Education and Conference Centre.In this first episode, Dr Tony Skapetis & Dr Alex Holden chat with Dr Kieron Rooney, Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Health Sciences and member of
Managing the Future
In this week's podcast, ADA NSW Committee Member Dr Patrick Meaney chats with Shane Morgan, Partner at Cutcher and Neale Accounting and Financial Services. Patrick and Shane discuss the intricacies of superannuation, the key changes that have been introduced as of the 1st of July 2017, and explain the rules and regulations governing self managed super funds.Interviewer(s): Dr Patrick MeaneyIn
Diabetes and Oral Health
In this week's podcast ADA NSW Vice President, Dr Kathleen Matthews chats with Dr Jerry Brown, a US based Diabetes Educator and Dentist. They discuss Dr Brown's background in Dentistry, his groundbreaking work as a Diabetes Educator, the key links between oral health and diabetes and the risk factors that dentists should be aware of when treating patients with diabetes.ADA NSW Branch is
Working with Dental Ceramists
In this week's podcast, Dr Peter Norton chats with Specialist Prosthodontist Dr Ben Lee and Dental Ceramist, Carolyn Kyle from Fusion Oral Art about the working relationship between a dentist and their ceramist. They discuss their working relationship, the impact of digitisation on the development of crowns, bridges, implants and veneers and how this collaborative process can work within the
Antibiotic Cover for Joint Replacements
In this week's podcast, Dr Patrick Meaney chats with Associate Professor Geraldine Moses, a Doctor of Clinical Pharmacy specialising in drug information. They discuss antibiotic cover both pre and post operative for dental patients who have had joint replacement surgery and what the current evidence tells us about whether the use of antibiotics is required for patients in this category.Interv
CPD and the Role of Partnerships
This podcast is the second of two lectures given by Clinical Associate Professor Matthew Hopcraft, Chief Executive Officer of ADA Victoria Branch at the Geriatric Dentistry conference in Sydney in November 2016. In this lecture, CPD and the Role of Partnerships, Professor Hopcraft talks about the Australian Dental Association and Alzheimer’s Australia Dementia Modules and the benefits of partnersh
Oral Health for Boomers and Beyond
This podcast is the first of two lectures given by Clinical Associate Professor Matthew Hopcraft, Chief Executive officer of ADA Victoria Branch at the Geriatric Dentistry conference in Sydney in November 2016. In this lecture, Oral Health For Boomers and Beyond, Professor Hopcraft discusses the future of dentistry for an ageing population.Interviewee(s): Clinical Associate Professor Matthew Hopcr
Shade Selection and Digital Dentistry
In this week's podcast, Deputy Chair of the ADA NSW Education and Research Committee Dr Michael Jonas chats with Dr Anthony Mak about Shade Selection and Digital Dentistry. In a wide ranging discussion, they talk about the nature of shade selection, the evolution of digital dentistry and working with ceramics and composite materials in restorative dentistry.Interviewer(s): Dr Michael JonasInt
Endodontics in the Era of Implants
In this week’s podcast, restorative dentist Dr Nick Hocking chats with his colleague Dr Alan Nerwich, a specialist endodontist from Sydney. They take the listener through a case study highlighting the collaborative nature of treatment planning and the differing perspectives of prosthodontic versus endodontic treatment for tooth restoration.Dr Hocking and Dr Nerwich will be running a one-day course
TGA Codeine Rescheduling
In this week's podcast, ADA NSW Board Member Dr Kathleen Matthews chats with Dr Andrei Tutoveanu about the recent decision by the Therapeutics Goods Administration to reschedule all lower dose codeine medications from their over the counter status to prescription only. They discuss the TGA's reasoning in making this decision and how it will impact dental practitioners.Interviewer(s): Dr
Primespeak Seminars
In this week's podcast, Kate Miranda from ADA NSW chats with Brett Churnin, General Manager of Client Relationships for Prime Practice about Primespeak Seminars. They discuss the overarching themes of Primespeak, including patient and dentist communication, building trust and how best to present available treatment options.Interviewer(s): Kate MirandaInterviewee(s): Brett ChurninRelated Cours
Communication and Patient Assessment
In this week's podcast, Kate Miranda from ADA NSW chats with Brett Churnin, General Manager of Client Relationships for Prime Practice. They discuss the critical importance of communication for dental practitioners and the benefits of building trust between the patient and the dentist.Interviewer(s): Kate MirandaInterviewee(s): Brett ChurninThe Dental Practitioner is brought to you by the Aus
The University of Sydney - School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day 2016 - Episode 3 Part 2 - Discussing a Critical Review into Prosthodontic Factors for Bone Loss Associated with Dental Implants
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s annual School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day, held on the 22nd September 2016 at the Westmead Education and Conference Centre. This series presents a range of interviews with faculty staff, recordings of presentations delivered as part of the Research Day and interviews with studen
The University of Sydney - School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day 2016 - Episode 3 Part 1 - A Critical Review into Prosthodontic Factors for Bone Loss Associated with Dental Implants
In this special edition of The Dental Practitioner podcast series, ADA NSW takes you to the University of Sydney’s annual School of Dentistry Faculty Research Day, held on the 22nd September 2016 at the Westmead Education and Conference Centre. This series presents a range of interviews with faculty staff, recordings of presentations delivered as part of the Research Day and interviews with studen
