08.30
Registration open
MAIN AUDITORIUM
SECOND AUDITORIUM
09.00-09.45
Case Discussion: Dr Desmond Ong, Dr Greg Peake
(Moderator: Dr Emma Bowman
Severely compromised or missing anterior teeth often result in clinical dilemmas, particularly for growing patients. An ideal treatment option is rarely available, with all relevant options having both advantages and disadvantages. Although restorative implants are increasing in acceptance and popularity amongst both patients and clinicians, such treatment may not always represent the most ideal option for compromised or missing anterior teeth. The advent of temporary anchorage devices (TADs), three-dimensional radiology and rapid prototyping has undoubtedly improved the scope, predictability and viability of orthodontic space closure and/or tooth autotransplantation for challenging cases. Clinicians should be aware of the costs, risks, benefits and timing of the relevant treatment options and be able to communicate this information with their patients.
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Dr Jennifer Chantler
Digital dentistry has transformed the way fixed prosthodontic treatment is planned and delivered. This lecture will explore practical digital workflows from diagnosis through to definitive restoration, highlighting how intraoral scanning, digital smile design, CAD/CAM technologies, and laboratory communication can improve precision, efficiency, and patient outcomes. Through clinical cases, attendees will gain practical tips on integrating digital workflows into everyday practice while understanding the limitations and decision-making required to achieve predictable aesthetic and functional results.
09.45-10.30
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Dr Eugene Lee:
This might hurt a bit
AI is already in your practice: reading your radiographs, drafting your notes, designing your crowns. This is the honest tour – the fundamentals, what genuinely works now, what’s under or over-hyped.
Built on the JAB framework – Juncture, Augmentation, Being – this lecture runs from the basics every clinician now needs, through the real Australian tools reshaping daily workflow -the 4D intelligent dentistry of detect, decide, design, and deliver, to the question almost no one in dentistry is asking: as these systems begin to reason, whose values are we giving them?
Expect live demonstrations, apps you can use on Monday, a poem and comparing the audience and AI’s response to it, and a genuine reckoning with where this is heading and the influence on our working lives and that of our patients.
10.30-11.00
Morning break
11.00-11.45
Dr Tom Giblin
Full arch implant restorations have gained a lot of attention by both dentists and patients over the last decade. While there is a lot of marketing over the benefits of these restorations, the downsides, complications and costs are often glossed over. In this presentation we will look at some common complications, solutions to prevent them and emerging techniques and technologies that can improve these cases for both the dentist and their patients.
Dr Avanti Karve: Management of Special Needs Patients
11.45-12.30
Dr Greg Peake
Dental Implants are often the treatment of choice to restore both edentulous areas and failing teeth. Their longterm success is well documented in the literature. Dental implants however can and do have significant complications both in the short and long term. Numerous factors affect the rate of complications which can include poor case selection, inappropriate or poorly performed surgical placement and unfortunately the transmucosal nature of dental implants and their restorations brings a multitude of biological complications. The incidence of peri-mucositis and peri-implantitis are significant leading to a need for additional treatment.
Our ability to manage these complications is often much less advanced and much less successful than their placement with biological and aesthetic results far from ideal. This presentation will highlight the difficulties in the management of biological dental implant complications.
Dr Venkatesh Bhardwaj
Behaviour guidance in paediatric dentistry is often taught as a set of techniques, but in everyday practice it is more than that: it is part of diagnosis, communication, treatment planning and clinical judgment.
This lecture will explore how a child’s behaviour in the dental chair can be understood not simply as “cooperation” or “non-cooperation”, but as information that should shape how we proceed.
Using real clinical scenarios, the session will examine practical approaches to managing anxious, overwhelmed, avoidant and shut-down children, with discussion of techniques such as tell-show-do, desensitisation, positive reinforcement and communication strategies adapted to the individual child.
The lecture will also consider behaviour guidance through a contemporary lens, including trauma-informed care, neurodiversity, sensory adaptation and minimally invasive, stepwise treatment planning.
The emphasis will be on what is clinically useful in general practice: what to notice, what to say, what to change, and when to rethink the plan altogether. Participants will leave with practical tools, chairside language and evidence-informed principles they can apply immediately.
11.45-12.30
Combined Q & A: Moderator A/Professor Tony Dawson
Combined Q & A: Moderator Dr Sherene Alexander
12.45-14.00
Lunch break
14.00-14.45
Dr Suma Sukumar
This session will provide a review of malignant and oral potentially malignant disorders for the general dental practitioner with an emphasis on the pertinent clinical warning signs for sinister pathologies.
Dr Rebecca Ellis
Periodontal disease remains one of the most common – and most under-diagnosed – chronic conditions seen in daily dental practice.
This practical and evidence-based presentation explores the modern management of periodontal disease – from early diagnosis and risk assessment through to active treatment strategies that improve both oral and systemic health outcomes.
Using real-world clinical cases, Dr Rebecca Ellis will discuss contemporary non-surgical periodontal therapy, behavioural modification, biofilm management, host and systemic considerations, and when to escalate treatment for more advanced disease. The session will also examine emerging technologies and modern concepts shaping periodontal care in everyday clinical practice.
This presentation aims to provide practical protocols, clinical pearls, and a contemporary framework for managing periodontal disease with confidence and predictability.
14.45-15.30
Dr Suma Sukumar
Dr Jennifer Chantler
Not every challenging aesthetic case is technically difficult, sometimes the greatest challenge is managing patient expectations. This lecture explores the relationship between aesthetic dentistry and body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), providing clinicians with practical strategies to identify patients who may require a more cautious approach. Through clinical cases and evidence-based communication techniques, delegates will learn how to recognise behavioural red flags, navigate difficult conversations, manage expectations throughout treatment, and protect both patient wellbeing and clinician satisfaction. The focus is not on avoiding treatment, but on slowing down, listening carefully, and delivering patient-centred care with confidence and empathy.
15.30-16.00
Afternoon break
16.00-17.00
Panel: Severe Periodontal and Implant Defects (Regenerate, Reconstruct, Replace): Dr Rebecca Ellis, Dr Andrew Thorpe, Dr Tom Giblin.
(Moderator: Patrick Bowman)
17.00-17.30
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17.30-18.00
Private Event
COUNTRY FOOD TRAILS
Tours from $125pp
View and book tours here or call direct: 0409 049 598
Discover the flavours, stories and people that make the Orange region one of Australia’s most exciting food and wine destinations with Country Food Trails.
Offering expertly curated, locally guided experiences, Country Food Trails takes guests beyond the cellar door to meet passionate producers, explore boutique wineries, visit private farms and uncover hidden culinary gems. From immersive farm and wine trails to village experiences, Indigenous food tours and fully customised itineraries, every journey is designed to showcase the region’s rich agricultural heritage, seasonal produce and vibrant local culture.
Proudly 100% locally owned, the team combines insider knowledge with genuine country hospitality to create relaxed, memorable experiences for couples, groups and food lovers alike. With a strong commitment to sustainable tourism, guests can enjoy authentic paddock-to-plate adventures while supporting local communities and environmentally responsible travel. Whether you’re discovering Orange for the first time or returning to explore more deeply, Country Food Trails offers unforgettable experiences that connect visitors with the true heart and flavour of the region.
WELCOME RECEPTION
Thursday 13 August
Location: Orange Regional Gallery
Time: 6:00pm
Start the convention on a high note with an unforgettable evening at the Orange Regional Gallery. Right in the heart of the city, this iconic venue has been showcasing vibrant exhibitions and inspiring programs since 1986. Surrounded by stunning modern and contemporary artworks from Australia and beyond, you’ll enjoy live music from the talented Orange Conservatorium of Music and sip on exceptional wines from Rikard Wines.
Our Welcome Reception is more than just an opening night – it’s a celebration of creativity, culture, and the best local talent Orange has to offer.
GOLF
Friday 14 August
Location: Duntryleague Golf Club
Time: 8:30am – 2:00pm
DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO WIN A 2026 VOLVO EX30 ULTRA IF YOU MAKE A HOLE-IN-ONE AT HOLES 4 OR 17!
Tee off with colleagues for an unforgettable 18-hole round at Duntryleague Golf Club – one of the region’s premier golfing destinations. Ranked among Australia’s top 100 courses and surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens, Duntryleague Golf Club will be a highlight of our social program.
It’s the perfect way to network, relax, and enjoy one of the many local attractions awaiting you during the Convention. Major Prize courtesy of John Davis Motor Group, Orange.
Schedule
8:30am – registration opens
9:00am – light brunch served
9:45am – player briefing
10:00am – tee off
2:00pm – refreshments and close of event
Winery and cultural tours
Nashdale Wine Trail with Rowlee lunch
Friday 14 August
Cost: $235pp – Max 11 guests
Time: Departs 9:40am – Returns 2-2:30pm
Location: Round-trip from the Visitor Information Centre
Join us for a relaxed, small-group afternoon exploring Orange’s cool climate wine country. Travel in comfort as we visit Printhie, De Salis and Rowlee for guided tastings showcasing the elegance and character of our emerging region. A casual garden-bar lunch at Rowlee is included – the perfect way to unwind, compare notes and make new friends – with all tastings, a delicious food pairing, and transport taken care of by your friendly local guide. Simply arrive ready to sip, savour and let someone else do the driving.
Indigenous Bush Tucka Experience and Walking History of Orange – Lunch at Union Bank
Friday 14 August
Cost: $210pp – Max 10 guests
Time: Departs 9:50am – Returns (walking) 3-4:00pm
Location: Round-trip walking from the Visitor Information Centre
Step into the stories of Orange with this immersive small-group morning exploring the heart of our historic CBD. Begin with a meaningful Indigenous bush tucker experience, meeting a local Elder who will share knowledge of native edible plants and traditional food culture – including tastings of damper and fragrant lemon myrtle tea. From there, wander just one easy kilometre through the town centre as your passionate local guide brings Orange’s landmarks, food history and emerging wine scene to life. The morning concludes with a relaxed share-plate lunch at Union Bank, where conversation continues over seasonal local produce (drinks at own expense). A cultural, culinary and historical introduction to Orange – thoughtfully curated, easy-paced and limited to just 10 guests.
Pinnacle Road Wine Trail with Degustation Lunch
Saturday 15 August
Cost: $270pp – Max 11 guests
Time: Departs 9:45am – Returns (walking) 3-4:00pm
Location: Round-trip walking from the Visitor Information Centre
Elevate your Orange experience with a refined journey along the famed Pinnacle Road, home to some of the region’s most respected cool-climate producers. Travel in comfort as we visit Ross Hill, Brangayne and Colmar for guided tastings that showcase the diversity and elegance of Orange wines, from expressive whites to beautifully structured reds. The afternoon culminates at Summer St Wine Room with a seasonal four-course degustation lunch — the perfect opportunity to unwind, compare favourites and indulge in a long, leisurely finish (drinks at own expense). With transport, tastings and local expertise all taken care of, all that’s left for you to do is sip, savour and enjoy the ride. Limited to just 11 guests.
Millthorpe Historic Village Tour with Lunch and Cool Climate Tastings
Saturday 15 August
Cost: $245pp – Max 7 guests
Time: Departs 9:30am – Returns 3:00pm
Location: Round-trip walking from the Visitor Information Centre
Escape to the storybook village of Millthorpe on this intimate small-group experience, travelling through rolling countryside and the historic gold mining township of Lucknow before arriving in one of the region’s most beautifully preserved heritage villages. Enjoy an exclusive guided walking tour uncovering Millthorpe’s fascinating past, followed by cool-climate wine tastings at Angullong and Tamburlaine Organic Wines. A relaxed lunch at the Old Mill Café (food included, drinks at own expense) provides the perfect pause before time to browse the village’s boutique stores or visit the local museum (time permitting). With transport, tastings and local insight all taken care of, this is a leisurely and character-filled way to experience the charm beyond Orange. Limited to just 7 guests.
GALA DINNER
Friday 14 August
Location: Banksia
Time: 6:30pm
Banksia is set to steal the spotlight on this unforgettable night, showcasing why it’s renowned as one of the region’s premier gastronomic destinations. Indulge in an extraordinary gala dinner where exquisite cuisine meets dazzling ambience, and celebrate all things dental in a magical winter wonderland setting.
As we celebrate our wonderful Filling the Gap volunteers and raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities – Central West during our silent auction, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
Dress code: Black Tie
FELLOWS COMBINED SOCIAL EVENT
Saturday 15 August
Location: Banksia, Orange
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Fellows of the ADI, ICD and PFA are invited to attend an exclusive social event. Special guest speakers from each group will celebrate and showcase the work of their many volunteers and the myriad opportunities to give back to the community both locally and internationally.
YOUNG DENTIST SOCIAL EVENT
Saturday 15 August
Location: Badlands Brewery, 153 Summer Street, Orange
Time: 6:30pm
Join your peers for an exclusive social event at Badlands Brewery to cap off the Convention 2026 experience – networking, food and live music from Lueth included with your ticket!
Plus, attendees go into the draw to win a $750 voucher from ADA NSW CPD – winner drawn on the night, must be present to win!
Students and graduates are welcome to attend.
08.00-08.30
Registration open
08.30-08.35
Welcome to Country: Uncle Ricky Ahsee | Main Auditorium
08.35-08.45
Official Opening Ceremony | Main Auditorium
08.45-09.00
Annie Praed Oration: Dr Sarah Amr | Main Auditorium
09.00-09.30
Motivational Speaker: William Rikard-Bell | Main Auditorium
09.30-10.15
Lessons from Advisory Services Cases with Dr Vicki Rozos, Dr Roger Dennett and Dr Sarah Jones | Main Auditorium
When does a challenging clinical situation become a dentolegal claim? Is there a single decision, missed opportunity, or communication breakdown that marks the point of no return?
This interactive session presents a series of real dentolegal cases managed by our Peer Advisors, each illustrating the progression from routine clinical care to practitioner distress involving a significant complaint, claim, or regulatory involvement. Participants will be invited to identify the “tipping point” in each case – the moment they believe the outcome became difficult, or impossible to reverse.
Through facilitated discussion, we will examine the relevant clinical, communication, documentation, and professional factors that contributed to each case, exploring how alternative actions or earlier interventions may have changed the trajectory. Drawing on practical lessons from real cases, this session will help clinicians recognise early warning signs, strengthen risk management strategies, and identify opportunities to prevent adverse outcomes before they escalate into dentolegal events.
10:15-10.45
Morning break
MAIN AUDITORIUM
SECOND AUDITORIUM
10.45-11.30
Dr Andrea Shepperson
Your patients have tooth wear. The question is whether you’re catching it early enough to act. Using real cases from a referral-based tooth wear practice, this session looks at tooth wear management, from the clinical signs that get missed, the aetiology we overlook, and the many options for management. Practical, evidence-informed, and immediately applicable.
Dr Andrea Shepperson brings over 25 years of experience in the management of tooth wear in her patients, highlighting new diagnostic technologies and techniques to make tooth wear manageable for dentist and patient alike.
Dr Desmond Ong
Humans have long been intrigued and influenced by facial beauty and proportions, with the clinical assessment of facial aesthetics embodying the fusion of art and science. Some of the greatest artists in history were also the eminent scientists of their time. Dentofacial form can be significantly altered through the provision of orthodontics and/or orthognathic surgery. Recognising the normal range of morphological features ad methodically evaluating facial proportions and symmetry can facilitate positive dentofacial changes and avoid negative outcomes.
This presentation will discuss the concepts of facial aesthetics, the enigma of facial beauty and the clinical management of significant dentofacial concerns.
11.30-12.15
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Dr Patrick Bowman
We are now in the era of the clinician-influencer. Social media algorithms bombard us with digestible content that pushes new materials, miracle techniques, and promises to simultaneously simplify our clinical practice while also maximising our personal profits. How much of this digital dental nirvana is actually supported by good evidence and how much is merely slick marketing or statistical sleight of hand?
In this session, we will discuss practical tools to critically appraise evidence and make scientifically informed clinical decisions. Through real-world examples from dental literature, you will learn how to apply a healthy dose of skepticism while preserving an open mind to advances that meaningfully benefit your patients.
12.30-13.30
Lunch
13.30-14.15
Dr Rohan Krishnan, Dr Andrew Watkins, and Bec Brown
Occlusal splints remain one of the most commonly prescribed treatments for temporomandibular disorders (TMD), yet knowing when, why and which splint to prescribe remains a challenge for many clinicians. This multidisciplinary discussion, delivered by a dentist with a masters in orofacial pain, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, and a physiotherapist who has expertise in TMD, orofacial pain, facial and vestibular conditions, provides an evidence-based framework for the assessment and management of both arthrogenous (joint-related) and myogenous (muscle-related) TMD.
Combining current research with real world multidisciplinary experience, the session speakers will discuss diagnosis, patient selection, appliance choice, clinical protocols, and common pitfalls in splint therapy. Delegates will also gain insight into the complementary roles of physiotherapy, behavioural management, pharmacotherapy and surgical intervention, ensuring splints are used as part of a comprehensive, patient-centred treatment strategy.
Dr Helen McHugh
This lecture explores whether vital pulp therapy truly lives up to the hype. We’ll challenge many of the assumptions surrounding diagnosis and case selection, examine why some cases succeed while others fail, and discuss the practical realities of performing predictable pulpotomies in general practice. Through evidence, controversy, and clinical cases, we’ll answer the questions every clinician is asking: Is vital pulp therapy too good to be true? Who is the ideal candidate? And when is root canal treatment still the better option?
14.15-15.00
Dr Andrew Thorpe
In an era of an aging population and increasingly complex pharmacotherapy, the “medically compromised” patient is becoming the standard rather than the exception. For many general practitioners, the mention of Prolia or Apixaban can trigger a reflexive referral or a hesitant approach to treatment. But what happens when we shift the paradigm? By moving away from a checklist of contraindications and toward a framework of surgical risk stratification, we can transform these challenges from sources of anxiety into manageable clinical scenarios.
The session is designed to do more than just update your knowledge – it aims to rewire how you approach medically complex cases, providing you with the clinical reasoning and confidence to triage more effectively and manage these high-risk patients with precision.
Dr Ben Lee
Traditional removable prosthodontics can be a cost-effective and accessible treatment modality, yet clinical enthusiasm for them is declining. The reasons are familiar: patient dissatisfaction, recurrent adjustment visits, unpredictability and poor economic returns.
This presentation discusses how integrating strategic dental implants could fundamentally shift the biomechanics of removable prostheses. We will examine how to improve denture retention, stability, and function to produce an outcome that is cost-effective, easy to clean and transformative to the patients’ quality of life.
15.00-15.45
Dr Omar Ikram
For years the concept of single versus multiple visit has been debated in the dental literature. The overwhelming conclusion is that both treatment modalities have a place in modern endodontics. The real question is when to recommended single visit or multiple visit treatment. This talk will discuss when single or multiple visit root treatment is recommended in general practice.
Dr Nour Tarraf
Sleep disordered breathing is a complex condition with a multifactorial etiology that varies considerably between children and adults. While orthodontic treatment can influence the upper airway and contribute to the management of selected patients with obstructive sleep apnea, it is not a standalone treatment and should always be considered within the context of a comprehensive medical diagnosis and interdisciplinary care.
Transverse maxillary deficiency has been associated with upper airway obstruction and sleep disordered breathing in some patients. This lecture will explore contemporary orthodontic approaches for managing maxillary deficiency in children, adolescents, and adults, including emerging treatment options. Emphasis will be placed on patient selection, the importance of collaboration between dentists, orthodontists, sleep physicians, ENT specialists, and other healthcare providers, and the need to distinguish orthodontic treatment from evidence-based medical management of sleep-disordered breathing. The lecture will also address the limitations of orthodontics in airway management and examine common misconceptions surrounding airway-focused orthodontic treatment.
15.45-16.10
Afternoon break
18.30-22.30
Gala Dinner
