UWA Extension

A lecture, demonstration and a ‘hands-on’ course The outcome of endodontic treatment is generally quite predictable if recommended treatment procedures and protocols are followed. However, clinical endodontic procedures can be technically difficult. Typical complications (especially in posterior teeth with extensive restorations) are often related to pulp canal obliteration, access, visibility and canal anatomy, rather than to any other factors. This course will comprise lectures an... [More]

The integration of a hygienist into a dental practice needs to be a planned procedure. This course will enable you to understand the necessity of a well integrated dental hygiene program and together with a well informed dental team, take your practice performance to the next dimension . •You will know how many hygiene hours your practice requires? •Your staff will be informed on their roles and responsibilities in making a hygiene program successful? •The dentist will have a clear ... [More]

Dr Asheen Behari and Dr Paul Gorolis This course is designed for practitioners already involved in the provision of ceramic based restorations to their patients. It will explore guidelines that will help select and understand the materials and systems that would achieve the best aesthetic and functional outcome for their patient. The focus will be on achieving “planning and technical excellence” in all stages of the treatment process from diagnosis to delivery. At the end of the cou... [More]

A five-part symposium: As the aesthetic demands of today’s patients increase, dentists are expected to be aware of all the treatment options available to enhance their patients’ smile. This program is designed for clinicians who wish to improve their knowledge base of treatment modalities available to enhance their cosmetic dental restorations of the maxillary six anterior teeth. Often this involves an interdisciplinary approach. Clinicians will also learn about the limitations of s... [More]

Today’s practitioner is often confronted with the often escalating aesthetic demands and functional needs of their patients. Successful treatment involves multiple sequential steps which essentially begins with active listening to our patients and then undertaking a systematized and detailed approach to data collection and record taking to provide the foundation for an appropriate and personalized treatment plan. This one day course will provide a systematized approach to more compl... [More]

This presentation will provide an overview of the many aspects of tooth whitening and tooth bleaching and their implications in dental practice. Topics to be covered include: How do we define tooth whitening and tooth bleaching? Why do we lighten teeth and what tooth discolourations can we lighten? Case selection, treatment planning and patient management strategies. How do we measure colour change and are the end results predictable? What systems are available and how do they work?... [More]

Why do dentists take a medical history of their patients? Because their current medical condition affects the way that we treat or maybe not treat them. This course will examine current medical conditions and problems that are seen in everyday dental practice. They include: Antibiotic prophylaxis Hypertension and coronary heart disease Anticoagulants and antiplatelet therapy Bisphosphonates medication Sleep apnea Bruxism Orofacial pain and TMJ disorders Aging patients Convenor: Clin... [More]

Presented by Dr Andrew Bochenek and Dr Andrew Brostek PLEASE NOTE: Course date has been changed, new date to be advised. This course will include presentations on current concepts in caries control, combined with “hands-on” demonstration and use of saliva and plaque testing. Emphasis will be on incorporating these measures into "day-to-day' general clinical practice including all members of the dental team. We enourage you to bring in members of your dental team as this is a philoso... [More]

Infection control is an integral part of dentistry. Sometimes we forget why we do it. This course will update us on the latest research as to the need for infection control and the most practical way to carry it out in everyday general practice. Convenor: Dr Jenny Ball [More]

Presented by Dr Vladimir (Bob) Hotinski and Dr Sanj Kanasamy One of the most difficult aspects of general dental practice is the management of the complex adult patient. Where do we start? What do we do and when? How do we plan the treatment? These are all questions that go through our mind when we face these complex patients. The purpose of this joint lecture to outline the key steps involved in the whole process in the management of these complex patients. This program is designed... [More]