The ADA Victoria Branch (ADAVB) has released their 2025 CPD Program Guide and we're pleased to share this program with you. We're especially pleased to have partnered with ADAVB to offer special discounted rates for multiple CPD events in this program - see the 'Hygienists/Therapists' pricing listed. 

This 2025 CPD Program Guide can be viewed:

• via the PDF here
• via the Flipbook here

Terms & Conditions and Contact emails - see pages 66 and 67: 

• cpd@adavb.org
• events@adavb.org

BOOK HERE AT ADAVB.ORG/EVENTS

Message from the ADAVB CPD Committee Chair Dr Nathan Phung

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iTOP 2025 Series - Introductory & Advanced

Empowering Dental Professionals to Master Preventative Oral Care

iTOP courses are created to meet the needs of dental and oral health professionals and people interested in long-term oral health. It helps practitioners learn how to effectively control biofilm and encourage their patients to adopt preventive oral care. 

In 2025, the iTOP Introductory Course is coming to Perth, Sydney, Brisbane Adelaide and Melbourne, along with an iTOP Advanced Seminar coming to Sydney.

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Find the nearest course and secure your spot today by booking through Eventbrite. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity and make a lasting impact in the world of oral health!

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Exclusive Discount for ADOHTA Members

Enjoy an exclusive 15% discount on the course fee. Additionally, you will receive a complimentary Curaprox Interdental Brush Chairside Box, valued at $129.
 
View the ADOHTA iTOP Courses email dated 11 March 2025 to access the discount code to take advantage of this special offer.

About iTOP - Individually Trained Oral Prophylaxis

It is a training program focused on education in oral health. iTOP aims to teach participants how to become experts in oral health. Our classroom courses are specifically created for dental and oral health professionals and anyone interested in maintaining good oral health over the long term. These programs equip practitioners with skills to effectively manage biofilm and encourage patients to adopt preventive oral care practices.

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For any questions about the course, email academy@curaproxaustralia.com.au
iTOP is proudly sponsored by Curaprox Australia.

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This is a paid advertisement and should not be interpreted as an endorsement by ADOHTA. It is the responsibility of every registered dental practitioner to evaluate the event's learning outcomes in accordance with your personal continuing professional development requirements and the Dental Board of Australia's registration standards, policies and guidelines. 

The Australian Dental Association (ADA) is proud to host the 2025 Australian Dental Congress (ADC2025), set to be a landmark event in Perth. Congress is being held between 8 – 10 May with pre/post workshops being held on the 7 and 11 May 2025.

This premier gathering for the dental profession in the Asia Pacific region is a testament to the ADA’s commitment to the art and science of dentistry, promoting the improvement of oral and general health and developing professionals at all levels of the sector.

ADC2025 will see national and international keynote speakers deliver an expansive scientific program, featuring the latest research and clinical advancements. Delegates can expect engaging workshops, insightful ‘Lunch & Learn’ sessions, and spectacular social events, all designed to foster professional development and collaboration among dental practitioners from around Australia and the Asia Pacific region.

ADC2025 is not just a conference; it’s a celebration of the dental community’s dedication to excellence and innovation. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, meet new faces, and contribute to the vibrant exchange of knowledge that is at the core of the Congress.

With a focus on both the science and the practice of dentistry, ADC2025 is the perfect platform for dental professionals seeking to advance their skills and stay abreast of the evolving landscape of dental health care.cape of dental health care.

Key Dates

Early bird registration until 31 January 2025.

Abstracts submissions close 10 February 2025.

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Boost your knowledge with our joint ADOHTA/DHAA TAS full day event designed to offer you an uplifting learning experience with the aim of advancing oral health together. We will be gathering in a beautiful location at the Tailrace Centre with the Tamar River and surrounds as the backdrop. Join us - we're so looking forward to seeing you there.

• Members, graduates, students and non-members welcome. 
• 5.5hrs scientific CPD
• Early bird pricing available until 17 April 2025. Last day to register 6 May 2025.

PROGRAM

• 8:30am Registrations open
• 9am - Medical History Taking: What to ask, how to ask it, and what to do next - Dr Helen McInnes
• 9:45am - Working with People with Special Needs: Considerations and practical suggestions for providing care for people with sensory, cognitive and behavioural differences - Dr Helen McInnes
• 10:30am Morning tea
• 11am - Clinical Photography - what, why, how, who, and what do all the numbers mean? Dr Chris Sanzaro
• 12pm - Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment in Children : Part one - Dr Derek Mahony
• 1pm Lunch
• 2pm - Interceptive orthodontic treatment in children : Part Two - Dr Derek Mahony
• 3pm - Beyond Teeth: Not Just a Routine Exam - Julie Barker

SPEAKERS

         

Dr Helen McInnes                                   Dr Chris Sanzaro

              

Dr Derek Mahony                                                             Julie Barker

VIEW THE SPEAKER BIOS & EVENT TOPICS HERE

Location

• 160 car spaces available on site. 

Event Cancellations & Refunds

View the ADOHTA Event Cancellation & Refund Policy here.

Attend this webinar hosted by ADOHTA NSW/ACT Branch featuring our guest speaker Oral Health Therapist Cathy Boyce.

What happens when two enquiring minds (and one with unquestioning brilliance) ask ‘why’. The question provides an opportunity for a discovery that may change the understanding of how two metal fluorides (in this case, AgF and SnF2) interact to offer the perfect setting for nature to ‘take care of business’.

This presentation will explain the path to Dr Graham Craig's discovery of the presence of nanosilver particles contained within the ‘in vivo’ samples of black callus collected from clients (of differing ages) several weeks/ months following the initial application of AgF/ SnF2. The prolific presence in the more robust callus appeared to offer an ongoing and prolonged antimicrobial barrier, enhancing the remineralisation process in a single application.

• 1hr scientific CPD.
• Members and non-members welcome. 
• Webinar link will be emailed on 3 June 2025.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the role of the black callus in the arrest and remineralisation of the caries lesion.

Important Note

Please note the use of AI recordings, notetaking or screenshots is prohibited unless permission has been sought from ADOHTA prior to this live webinar. Further participation requirements are outlined in the ADOHTA Events Policy below.

About Oral Health Therapist Cathy Boyce

Cathy is an oral health therapist who graduated from Sydney’s Sylvania School of Dental Therapy in 1980 and completed her Hygienist studies at Queensland’s UQ/QUT in 2006. She has enjoyed a long and rewarding career in the dental profession, working in many aspects of dentistry in public and private clinics.

She has a fortunate history of using silver fluoride, beginning in the 1980s. Since 2017, she has had significant clinical experience combining silver fluoride use with modern-day dental materials. Cathy established the first dedicated 'silver fluoride clinic' in Indonesia while volunteering in Borneo in 2024. She educated the local nurses and the doctor in case selection and application techniques as an 'intervention approach' to caries management between annual dental team visits.

Cathy wrote the ARM-ER approach for caries and sensitivity management using silver fluorides in 2017, and has lectured on the subject across the country and internationally since then. Her paper ‘The use of silver fluoride and stannous fluoride in the treatment of hypomineralised molar teeth’ was published in September 2021, and she continues to educate and mentor clinicians worldwide.

Event Cancellations & Refunds

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Join the DHAA for a long weekend in Nusa Dua. Featured speakers and topics are: 

• Dr Elizabeth Milford, Dentist and Oral B Professional/Scientific Relations Consultant - topic TBA
• Dr Carol Tran, Oral Health Therapist - New Model of Oral Health Service in a Primary Care Setting
• Ms Jinous Eighani-Roushani, Oral Health Therapist and DHAA President - How to Apply Best Practice and Put a Stop to White Spots

Includes 5hrs scientific CPD.

Early bird rates available to ADOHTA members until 8 April 2025. Registrations close 31 May 2025.

BOOK VIA DHAA HERE

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This should not be interpreted as an endorsement by ADOHTA. It is the responsibility of every registered dental practitioner to evaluate the event's learning outcomes in accordance with your personal continuing professional development requirements and the Dental Board of Australia's registration standards, policies and guidelines. 

This two day hands-on course tailored for OHTs equips you with essential orthodontic skills focusing on early intervention, airway assessment, and practical training with braces and aligners. Gain confidence in diagnostic techniques and treatment planning to make a meaningful impact on your patients’ long-term outcomes.

• 20hrs CPD
• Includes coffee/tea/water, morning & afternoon tea and lunch.
• View the Comprehensive Orthodontics brochure here.

Pricing

Early bird discount 15% until 14 May 2025:

• Theory only: $1453.50 + GST
• Theory & hands-on: $1763.75 + GST

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Join us for an event that fosters learning, innovation, and collaboration to shape the future of oral health and patient care management. Discussions will span from paediatric care to oncology management, wellbeing and AI technology, offering valuable insights for professionals dedicated to improving oral and overall health.

• Members, graduates, students and non-members welcome. 
• 6hrs CPD (5hrs scientific + 1hr non-scientific).
• Early bird pricing available until 17 April 2025. Last day to register 4 June 2025.

Sponsored by Curaprox Australia.

FEATURED SPEAKERS

• Associate Professor Matthew Hopcraft - Managing Your Wellbeing
• Dr David Joo - Oral Health Care of the Cancer Patient: an Update for 2025
• Patrick Westhoff - Yoga for the Oral Health Practitioner
• Dr Yvonne Chau - When Teeth Go Rogue: Dental Anomalies
• Dr Sen Le - Evidence for AI in Diagnostics and Treatment Planning

         

Associate Professor Matthew Hopcraft                                Dr David Joo

          

Dr Yvonne Chau                                                         Dr Sen Le

LOCATION DETAILS

• Venue is directly behind Victoria Cross Metro Station (north exit) or a 10min walk from North Sydney Train Station. 
• Limited parking available. 

Event Cancellations & Refunds

View the ADOHTA Event Cancellation & Refund Policy here.

Registrations for the NZOHA Conference 2025 are open. (Please make all enquiries to NZOHA directly). 

Latest email 14 March 2025.

Dates

• Masterclasses - Thursday 26 June 2025
• Conference - Friday 27 & Saturday 28 June 2025

Cost

• Early bird member fee $599
• Standard member fee $749
• Student fee $360
• Non member fee - $1049

NZOHA Conference 2025

Thursday Masterclasses

This year we are bringing you a series of Masterclasses that you can add onto your conference ticket. These will be held on Thursday the 26th June.

Morning sessions:

• 10am - 1pm Composite Hands On with Paulette Smith - $150
• 10am - 1pm Advanced Techniques in Treating Periodontal Defects and Furcation Lesions with Tabitha Acret - $150
• 10am - 1pm LA Tips and Technique (speaker TBC) - $150

Afternoon sessions:

• 2pm - 5pm Composite Hands On with Paulette Smith - $150
• 2pm - 5pm Advanced Techniques in Treating Periodontal Defects and Furcation Lesions with Tabitha Acret - $150
• 2pm - 5pm LA Tips and Technique (speaker TBC) - $150
• 2pm - 4pm Ergonomics and Instrument Sharpening - $80

Masterclasses have a capacity of 20 people and are only available to conference attendees.

NZOHA Conference 2025

ADOHTA Event Disclaimer

This is a non-ADOHTA event. It is the responsibility of every registered dental practitioner to evaluate the event's learning outcomes in accordance with your personal continuing professional development requirements and the Dental Board of Australia's registration standards, policies and guidelines. 

This program will prepare dental and oral health therapists for new career pathways by providing additional skills and knowledge in adult dental therapy practice to meet the dental needs of the Australian population into the future.

This course will prepare you to translate your existing scope to provide dental therapy restorative care for patients of all ages. You will develop the knowledge and undertake introductory clinical practice for adult dental therapy practice including treatment planning for simple direct restorations for people aged over 25 years.

Course Details

This twelve-week course comprises:

• Ten weeks (approximately) of online learning and preparation.
• Ten days of onsite learning at Melbourne Dental School through pre-clinical activities, seminars and hands-on clinical experience undertaken at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne.
• Additional (self-directed) supported clinical practice to consolidate these skills is expected following course completion.

Target Audience

This course is open to dental therapists and oral health therapists with one year of full-time experience in the provision of dental therapy services, where this experience has been undertaken within the last five years. This course is NOT a workforce re-entry program - it is assumed that applicants have current restorative knowledge and recency of practice in diagnosis and restorative care.

Applicants must be registered (or eligible for registration) as a dental therapist/oral health therapist with the Australian Health Professional Regulation Agency.

As course participants provide clinical services at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, all applicants must hold a current Working with Children Check and undertake credentialing procedures - more information on these procedures will be provided to successful applicants.

There will be an online evening Zoom session (date TBC) for all those interested in the Adult Scope Graduate Certificate and the CPD component of this program. 

• 90hrs scientific CPD
• View the UOM Adult Dental Therapy brochure.

Pricing

• Total program investment $10,300.
• Initial deposit due to secure program place $5,150 with the balance due by 30 June 2025.

FIND OUT MORE AND REGISTER HERE

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Join us for the inaugural OHAA CPD event Unified Smiles: Advancing Oral Health Together where you can enjoy a full day of CPD presented by a variety of speakers. 

• Members and non-members welcome. 
• Early bird pricing available until 20 June 2025. 
• Registration closes 17 July 2025.

SPEAKERS & TOPICS

• Clinical Associate Professor Andre Bendyk - Managing Peri-Implantitis: What is Best Practice in 2025?
• Dr Mark Wotherspoon - Healthy Ageing: Oral Health-Related Quality of Life ( OHRQoL)

More speakers and topics coming soon. 

THIS EVENT IS HOSTED BY 

SPEAKERS

   

Professor Andre Bendyk                                             Dr Mark Wotherspoon

LOCATION DETAILS

• Complimentary parking available on site - 80 spaces. The parking is managed by Adelaide City Council and subject to availability. 
• We will provide permits on the day which guest can put on their dashboard. 
• Permit allows your car to remain in the designated parking space for the duration of the event.  

Let's celebrate 50 Years of Dental Hygiene in Australia together. 

In Australia, dental hygiene began 50 years ago in Adelaide. Today, dental hygiene is practised by over 5,000 Oral Health Practitioners (OHPs) in every state and territory.

This event is hosted by the new Oral Health Association of Australia to reflect on the achievements of our colleagues over the past half century, and to celebrate the new era and opportunities in dental hygiene moving forward for OHPs.

Join us to be part of this momentous event to honour the past, celebrate the present and embrace the future of dental hygiene for our profession.

• Members and non-members welcome. 
• Early bird pricing available until 7 May 2025. 
• Registration closes 13 July 2025.

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Parking

• Complimentary parking available on site - 80 spaces. The parking is managed by Adelaide City Council and subject to availability. 
• We will provide permits on the day which guest can put on their dashboard. 
• Permit allows your car to remain in the designated parking space for the duration of the event.  

Event Cancellations & Refunds

View the ADOHTA Event Cancellation & Refund Policy here.

The wait is over - the inaugural OHAA National Congress 2025 is now open!

With great excitement and enthusiasm, we extend a warm welcome to you to the Oral Health Association of Australia (OHAA) Congress for 2025.

We're thrilled to gather once again to celebrate and advance the shared goals of the oral health workforce and community. This year’s Congress promises to be a landmark event, where we will come together to foster learning, collaboration, and growth in the field of oral health.

Held on 16-18 October 2025 at the glittering Gold Coast, our theme for this year is "Opening Horizons Across Australia". This theme emphasises our collective commitment to broadening the scope of oral health practice, exploring new opportunities, driving innovation, and connecting professionals across the country in meaningful ways.

The 2025 Congress will feature a dynamic line-up of renowned speakers, experts, and thoughtful leaders who will share their insights on the latest research, advancements in practice, and future directions for oral health care in Australia. This event will serve as an invaluable opportunity to enhance our professional development, exchange knowledge, and foster collaborations that will shape the future of oral health in our country.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Gold Coast for what promises to be an inspiring and transformative experience for all.

EARLY BIRD, CALL FOR ABSTRACTS & PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES OPEN NOW

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• This evidence-based course is built on the academic content delivered in the BOH curriculum and is designed to refine and develop your orthodontic skills to meet the needs of orthodontic practice and the standards required by the Dental Board of Australia. The course comprises a combination of online lectures and practical work incorporating supported clinical experience and small group work. The course is delivered by University of Melbourne Dental School academic staff, specialist orthodontists, and oral health orthodontic practitioners drawing on the latest evidence and experience to grow your understanding, knowledge and practice confidence. Learn in a world class academic environment with practitioners from a range of settings around Australia and develop your own community of practice.

  • 23.5hrs scientific CPD
  • View the UOM Orthodontics brochure.

  
  Practice Experience Required:

  For those who have not worked in orthodontic practice prior to undertaking this course, we recommend that you arrange to spend a day observing in a practice both before and after the course. This is to support your learning and to provide a basic understanding of a range of orthodontic procedures and how an Oral Health Therapist, Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist fits into an orthodontic team.

  If you are currently employed in an orthodontic practice and have past and current experience with day-to-day orthodontic activities that are part of the scope of practice, this will provide the required background knowledge.

  Course Objectives:

  To provide a course of education and training that will enable dental therapists, hygienists and oral health therapists to support orthodontists and dentists in the provision of orthodontic treatment and preventive services.

  Program Delivery

• Pre-reading material will be supplied including refresher material on occlusion and malocclusion and their classifications

• Online web lectures via the Melbourne Dental School’s Learning Management System, Canvas.
• A short MCQ (multiple choice questions) to cement your knowledge on the lecture topics. An additional one hour of Scientific CPD is awarded.
• Seminar Session (webinar) for follow up questions and discussion with the presenters.
• Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 November 2025 - 8.30am - 5.00pm each day: Hands-on Clinical sessions to be held at the Melbourne Dental Clinic, 1st Floor, 723 Swanston Street, Carlton Vic 3053 – demonstrations and hands-on exercises on digital scanning, separator placement, photography, arch wire fixation and removal, bracket placement and re-bonding, placement and removal of bonded retainers, removal of separators, de-bonding brackets and cement removal, fitting of orthodontic bands, placement of orthodontic aligner attachments (clinical demonstration) and a panel discussion.

IMPORTANT - please note:

• The online content for this program must be completed in full before attending the face-to-face hands-on sessions at the Melbourne Dental School. 
• Participants enrolling in this program must hold a current licence to practice within Australia.

Pricing

• Total course investment $1,823.

FIND OUT MORE AND REGISTER HERE

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This is a paid advertisement and should not be interpreted as an endorsement by ADOHTA. It is the responsibility of every registered dental practitioner to evaluate the event's learning outcomes in accordance with your personal continuing professional development requirements and the Dental Board of Australia's registration standards, policies and guidelines.