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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMSUMMER 2013: For Courses February to October 2013

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• Improve patient outcomes • Improve utilisation of your time • Increase your profitability

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Calendar of Events

8 Successful Contemporary Endodontics – Wagga Wagga 319 Is Articaine the Ideal Local Anaesthetic for Dentistry? – Newcastle 522 Is Articaine the Ideal Local Anaesthetic for Dentistry? – Adelaide 522 Advanced Endodontics for the General Practitioner – Auckland 7

8 Make Endo work for you... Mtwo Rotary NiTi and more – Sydney 921 Taking the Mystique our of the Root Canal Process – Dandenong, Melbourne 1122 Advanced Endodontics for the General Practitioner – Rotorua 7

3 Successful Contemporary Endodontics – Orange 322 Great Prosthodontics Everyday: Tips & Tricks to Maximise Outcomes – Melbourne 1324 Great Prosthodontics Everyday: Tips & Tricks to Maximise Outcomes – Perth 1324 Advanced Endodontics for the General Practitioner – Auckland 730 Taking the Mystique our of the Root Canal Process – Dandenong, Melbourne 11

July 12 Advanced Endodontics for the General Practitioner – Christchurch 7July 19 Make Endo work for you... Mtwo Rotary NiTi and more – Sydney 17Aug 2 Make Endo work for you... Mtwo Rotary NiTi and more – Hobart 9Aug 31 The Endo-Restorative Dilemma: Post or No Post? - Sydney 15Sept 13 Advanced Endodontics for the General Practitioner – Auckland 7Oct 11 Make Endo work for you... Mtwo Rotary NiTi and more – Melbourne 17Oct 18 Make Endo work for you... Mtwo Rotary NiTi and more – Sydney 17

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Continuing education in dentalproducts and techniques is oneof the foundation stones of GunzDental and we are proud tobring you quality educationalopportunities.

We hope that our CE programwill help you to improve yourpatient outcomes, improve yourproductivity and increase yourpractice profitability. Here youwill find a complete listing ofcourses, workshops and trainingopportunities being organisedand/ or sponsored by GunzDental. We look forward towelcoming you to an event soon.

To register your attendance forevents or for further informationon any of the lecture or work-shop topics on offer, our Aus-tralian customers should contactus on (freephone) 1800 025 300.Our New Zealand customersshould contact our Aucklandoffice on (freephone) 0800 30 1010. Alternatively, complete andreturn the booking form in theback of this booklet.

JULY - OCTOBER 2013

New Zealand Ph: 0800 30 10 10 Fx: 0800 486 9336 www.gunz.co.nz 3

Successful Contemporary Endodontics

Presented by Dr Geoffrey Young

Seminar content:Technological advances have improved the predictability and efficiency ofendodontic treatment. This full day hands-on course will introduce participantsto the Mtwo and Reciproc nickel titanium file systems. Evidence-based protocolsfor root canal preparation and obturation will be demonstrated as well as clinicaltechniques for avoiding and dealing with procedural problems such as ledgingand loss of working length. Participants will be shown how to incorporate anelectronic apex locator into their treatment protocol to obtain accurate workinglengths quickly and easily. This course will lay the foundations for successfulcontemporary endodontics and aims to improve your treatment outcomes,efficiency, and professional satisfaction.

Learning outcomes:• How to best use the Mtwo (rotary) and Reciproc (reciprocating) NiTi file systems.• How and when to use an electronic apex locator and become familiar with the Raypex 6.• An effective irrigation regimen based on current best evidence.• How to integrate instrumentation and obturation to improve efficiency and achieve

predictable results.• Troubleshooting common endodontic procedural problems.


Date & Venue:Wagga Wagga:Friday 8th FebruaryMercure Premier Motel,1 Morgan St, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650

Orange:Friday 3rd MayDuntryleague Function CentreWoodward St,Orange NSW 2800

TimeRegistration: 8:30amLecture & Hands-On Workshop:9:00am to 4:30pm

CostAU: $550 (including GST)NZ: $550 (excluding GST)All participants receive free Mtwo andReciproc training kits valued at $440.Participants up to 25 maximum.

CPD PointsThis course adheres to the Dental Board of Australia(AHPRA) CPD guidelines for 6.5 hours of Scientific (orNon-Scientific) Continuing Professional Educationaccreditation. At the time of printing, this course wasunder review of the NZDA for 6.5 CPD points.

About the presenter

Dr Geoffrey Young is a specialist Endodontist practicing in Burwood(Sydney), and is actively involved in endodontic teaching at the Uni-versity of Sydney. He was awarded the University Medal with his dentaldegree from the University of Sydney in 2002 prior to completing aMasters Degree in Endodontics at the University of Melbourne. Geoffwas the first Endodontist in NSW to obtain Fellowship of the RoyalAustralasian College of Dental Surgeons in the Special Field of En-dodontics, and is the current Secretary/Treasurer of the Australian So-ciety of Endodontology (NSW) having served on Committee for fiveyears. He is also an examiner for the RACDS and Australian DentalCouncil, a reviewer for the Australian Endodontic Journal, and haspublished in peer-reviewed scientific journals.


Is Articaine the Ideal Local Anaesthetic for Dentistry?

Presented by Dr Stanley F. Malamed(This is a playback recording of Dr Malamed’s presentation in Sydney)

Seminar content:Local anaesthetics form the backbone of pain control techniques in dentistry. Lidocaine,mepivacaine, prilocaine and bupivacaine have become the mainstays, however the morerecent introduction of Articaine has added a new dimension to pain control in dentistry.

Learning Outcomes:In this program, Dr Malamed will:• Review and describe the clinical differences between the

currently available local anaesthetics• Discuss in detail the newest local anaesthetic - Articaine.,

its clinical profile and advantages• Discuss the efficacy of Articaine HCI when administered by

infiltration in the adult mandible.• Discuss the question and controversy over lingual nerve

paresthesia following local anaesthetic administration with emphasis to Articaine


About the presenter

Dr Stanley F. Malamed was born and raised in the Bronx, New York,graduating from the New York University College of Dentistry in 1969.He then completed a dental internship and residency in anesthesiol-ogy at Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center in the Bronx, NewYork before serving for 2 years in the U.S. Army Dental Corps at Ft.Knox, Kentucky. In 1973, Doctor Malamed joined the faculty of theHerman Ostrow School of Dentistry of U.S.C., in Los Angeles, wheretoday he is Professor of Anesthesia & Medicine. Dr. Malamed is aDiplomat of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology, as well asa recipient of the Heidebrink Award [1996] from the American DentalSociety of Anesthesiology and the Horace Wells Award from the In-ternational Federation of Dental Anesthesia Societies, 1997 (IFDAS).

Dates & Venues:Newcastle:Tuesday 19th FebruaryCrowne Plaza HotelCnr Merewether St & Wharf RdNewcastle NSW 2300TimeRegistration: 5:30pmLecture: 6:00pm to 9:00pmTo Book: Gunz Dental 1800 025 300

Adelaide:*Friday 22nd FebruarySebel Playford HotelNorth TerraceAdelaide SA 5000TimeRegistration: 1:15pmLecture: 2:00pm to 5:00pmTo Book: CPDent 08 8313 4052

CostAU: $50 (including GST)(includes light refreshments)Participants up to 45 maximum.

CPD PointsThis course adheres to the Dental Board of Australia(AHPRA) CPD guidelines for 2.5 hours of Scientific (orNon-Scientific) Continuing Professional Educationaccreditation.

* To book your place forFriday 22 February at Sebel Playford HotelAdelaide, please contact CPDent Adelaide on 08 8313 4052.


Advanced Endodontics for the General Practitioner Tips and techniques to take your practice to a new levelIncluding rotary technologies plus the chance to learn about Reciproc - the single file reciprocatingendo system that’s setting the standard for new generation endo!

Presented by Dr Abdul Aziz

Seminar content:• How to accurately Diagnose and Treatment Plan for endodontic cases.• Advanced root canal preparation techniques and use of irrigants.• The latest Ultrasonic Technology using electronics to improve your patient outcome.• Obturation and rotary products including hands-on experience with the innovative

Reciproc reciprocating single file endo system.

Learning outcomes:• Learn about new technologies, techniques and hints to take your endo procedures to

a new professional level. • The most beneficial component of any learning is ‘hands-on’ expereince and Dr Aziz is

renowned for structuring his courses to include as much experiential time as possible.


About the presenter

Dr Abdul Aziz, Endodontist, BDS, DClinDent (Otago). Abdul is anexcellent communicator, he is very approachable and able to addressall levels of endodontic competencies. He combines an abundance ofknowledge and experience with a friendly and often humorous pres-entation style that is professional, insightful, easy to follow and makesEndodontics enjoyable.

Dr Aziz graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)in 1995. Following a successful 11 year career in general practice in New Zealand andAustralia, Abdul followed his passion and completed a Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry(DClinDent) in Endodontics at the University of Otago. He has since practiced as a spe-cialist Endodontist in both Melbourne and more recently in Auckland. Among Abdul'smany academic and scientific achievements he has presented internationally at the Eu-ropean Society of Endodontology, presented Endodontic seminars, published articlesin international and local endodontic journals and authored a chapter in the text book‘Methods of Molecular Biology’.

Abdul is a member of the New Zealand Society of Endodontology, New Zealand DentalAssociation, and is currently an Executive Member of the Auckland Dental Assoc. Hisbroad academic, scientific and clinical background as well as cheerful personality andprofessional presentation skills will undoubtedly help you improve your patient treat-ments and outcomes.

Requirements: Participants are asked to bring loupes plus two (2) extracted teeth,unmounted and accessed for you to practice on. If you are unable to obtain extractedteeth please let us know so we can arrange a training block for you. All other materialswill be provided.

Dates & VenuesAuckland: Friday 22nd FebruaryGunz Dental Training Facility*

Rotorua: Friday 22nd MarchVenue TBC.

Auckland: Friday 24th MayGunz Dental Training Facility*

Christchurch: Friday 12th JulyVenue TBC.

Auckland: Friday 13th SeptemberGunz Dental Training Facility*

TimeRegistration & Lunch: 12:00pmLecture & Hands-On Workshop:12:30pm to 4:30pm

CostNZ: $299 (excluding GST)Includes light refreshments. Participants up to 8 maximum.All participants receive free coursematerials valued at $240.

CPD PointsAt the time of printing, this course was under review of the NZDA for 4.0 CPD points. * Gunz Dental Auckland Training Facility:

Level 1, Ascot Central, 7 Ellerslie Racecourse Drive, Greenlane 1051.


Make Endo work for you... expand your practice capabilities with Mtwo Rotary NiTi and more.

Presented by A/Prof. Peter Parashos, Dr George Louis Wenteler, Dr Geoffrey Young

Seminar content:• The aims of endodontic instrumentation• Modern concepts of root canal preparation – including new Reciprocating

Technology• The role of the electronic apex locator in modern endodontic practice• Current concepts in obturation materials and techniques• Combining your instrumentation and obturation techniques to maximise

treatment outcome• Various clinical applications of MTA

Learning outcomes:• Improve your root canal preparation technique using rotary nickel titanium

instruments• Understand the benefits of incorporating the electronic apex locator into

your daily clinical practice• Improve your obturation technique• Become comfortable implementing today’s contents into your everyday

Practice


About the presenters

A/Prof. Peter Parashos gradu-ated from the University of Mel-bourne in 1980 and obtained hisMDSc in 1989 and PhD in 2004.He is a fellow of the Royal Aus-tralasian College of Dental Sur-geons, the American College ofDentists and the InternationalCollege of Dentists. He is cur-rently Associate Professor in En-dodontics and Convener ofPostgraduate Endodontics atthe University of Melbourne. Healso works in private Endodonticpractice and is actively involvedin CPD programmes in En-dodontics. His contribution toendodontics in Victoria hasearned him Honorary Life Mem-bership of the Australian Societyof Endodontology (Vic Branch).

Requirements:Participants are required to bring four (4) extracted molar teeth, unmounted and accessed forEndodontic instrumentation, and loupes. If you are unable to supply 4 extracted molars pleaseadvise us so we can arrange an alternative for you. All other materials will be provided. Variousforms of magnification will also be available on the day for trial.

Dates & VenuesFriday 8th March, Sydneywith A/Prof. Peter Parashos & Dr Geoffrey YoungADIA Level 5, 757 Elizabeth StZetland NSW 2017.

Friday 2nd August, Hobartwith A/Prof. Peter Parashos& Dr George WentelerHobart Venue: TBC.


CostAU: $550 (including GST)NZ: $550 (excluding GST)Participants up to 12 maximum.

CPD PointsThis course adheres to the Dental Board ofAustralia (AHPRA) CPD guidelines for 6.5hours of Scientific (or Non-Scientific) Continu-ing Professional Education accreditation. Atthe time of printing, this course was under re-view of the NZDA for 6.5 CPD points.

Dr George Louis Wentelerqualified as a dentist BChD(Cum Laude) at the University ofPretoria, South Africa in 2004.He also completed a Diploma inEndodontics (Cum Laude) andin Aesthetic Dentistry (CumLaude) at the University of Pre-toria in 2007. After completingcommunity service Dr Wentelerworked in private practice re-stricted to Endodontic treat-ment from 2006 to 2011. In 2008he completed the ADC exami-nation and moved to Australia in2011 to start Postgraduate spe-cialisation in Endodontics at theMelbourne Dental School. Aftergraduation in 2013 Dr Wenteleris planning to move to Tasmaniaand until then will work on amonthly basis in Hobart.

All participants receive free Mtwo and Reciproctraining kits valued at $440.

Dr Geoffrey Young is a specialistEndodontist practicing in Bur-wood (Sydney), and is actively in-volved in endodontic teaching atthe University of Sydney. He wasawarded the University Medal withhis dental degree from the Univer-sity of Sydney in 2002 prior tocompleting a Masters Degree inEndodontics at the University ofMelbourne. Geoff was the first En-dodontist in NSW to obtain Fel-lowship of the Royal AustralasianCollege of Dental Surgeons in theSpecial Field of Endodontics, andis the current Secretary/Treasurerof the Australian Society of En-dodontology (NSW) havingserved on Committee for fiveyears. He is also an examiner forthe RACDS and Australian DentalCouncil, a reviewer for the Aus-tralian Endodontic Journal, andhas published in peer-reviewedscientific journals.


Presented by A/Prof Phillippe Zimet and Dr Vivian Liu

Course description:Have you ever thought that Root Canal Treatment is confusing? Does root canal treatmentconjure up a web of mysticism? By dividing the root canal treatment process into a series ofsteps and creating defined outcomes for the Root Canal Treatment Process much of this veilof confusion is removed. From this introduction, the choice of file systems and obturationtechnique can be chosen. A combination of presentation and a hands on component willcomplement each other.

Learning outcomes:• Introduce the biological basis for pulpal and periapical disease • Describe how the Root Canal Treatment Process resolves periapical disease. • Introduce defined aims and objectives to steps in the Root Canal Treatment Process. • Provide a basis for choosing the instruments to shape the root canal as part of the root

canal treatment process. • Relate the shape of the root canal to obturation technique.

Taking the Mystique out of the Root Canal Process


About the Presenters

A/Prof Phillippe Zimet is in private specialistendodontic practice in Dandenong, Victoria. Spe-cialist qualifications include a Master of Science inOral Biology obtained from the University of Mary-land, Baltimore in 1984. Current teaching positionsinclude Associate Professor in Endodontics at the LaTrobe University School of Dentistry and Oral Healthas well as Senior Fellow at the Melbourne DentalSchool, University of Melbourne.

Phillippe is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons, The Academyof Dentistry International and The International College of Dentists. He has published,and lectured nationally and internationally in many aspects of endodontics and infectioncontrol. He is a Past President of the Asian Pacific Endodontic Confederation. Phillippehas been awarded the ADA (VB) Inc Dentistry Achievement Award for services to theDental Profession.

Dr Vivian Liu received her BDS from the University of Adelaide and completed her en-dodontic specialist training at the University of Melbourne in 2008. Vivian currently main-tains private endodontic practice in Dandenong and participates in continuingeducation, postgraduate and undergraduate teaching at The University of Melbourneand La Trobe University. She is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Academyof Endodontists, a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons, the sec-retary/treasurer of the Australian Society of Endodontology (VIC Branch) and examinerfor the Australian Dental Council.

Date:Thursday 21st MarchThursday 30th May

Venue:A/Prof Phillippe Zimet,Specialist Endodontists,77 Stud Rd,Dandenong VIC 3175

TimeRegistration: 4:00pm Lecture & Hands-On Workshop:4:30pm to 8:00pm

CostAU: $220 (including GST)Includes light refreshments andcourse materials.Maximum 12 participants.

CPD PointsThis course adheres to the Dental Board of Australia(AHPRA) CPD guidelines for 3.0 hours of Scientific(or Non-Scientific) Continuing Professional Educa-tion accreditation.

Requirements: Participants are asked to bring at least two (2) extracted teeth, unmounted and accessed for you to practice on. Ifyou are unable to obtain extracted teeth please let us know so we can arrange a training block. All other materials will be provided.


Great Prosthodontics Everyday: Tips & Tricks to maximise clinical outcomes in a tough economic climate

Presented by Dr Sarkis Nalbandian

Course Description:This informative full day lecture and hands-on program will provide clinicians with relevant &predictable solutions to the everyday challenges faced by dental professionals in this tougheconomic climate.

Course Content:• Impressions: quadrant trays and full arch trays advantages and disadvantages.

Management of gagging patients and patients with limited mouth opening.• Temporaries: single crowns to Bridgework, & Fibre bonded pontics: how to create

predictable aesthetic temporaries.• Tissue Management: you do not need lasers!• Post & Cores: when and why• Occlusal Considerations: Why this is so important and relevant to longevity of your

restorations and supporting teeth• Crown & Bridgework: tilted abutments

Learning Outcomes: Lecture is specially designed to provide comprehensive: “relevant” & “practical” topics in crown& bridgework design & preps that today’s general clinician can take away with them and use im-mediately in their practice to help combat the challenges faced in the current economic climate.

Lecture will cover preparations, tissue management, special tips & techniques for crown & bridgedesign, impressions, occlusal considerations, temporisation, cementation & functionHands-on will cover impression taking & temporisation techniques. Workshop materials pro-vided.


Dates & VenuesMelbourne: Wednesday 22nd MayGunz Dental Showroom, Ground Floor West, 192B BurwoodRoad, Hawthorn VIC 3122

Perth: Friday 24th MayNovotel Langley Hotel,221 Adelaide TerracePerth WA 6000


CostAU: $480 (including GST)NZ: $480 (excluding GST)Includes full day catering.All workshop materials provided. Participants up to 25 maximum.

CPD PointsThis course adheres to the Dental Board of Australia(AHPRA) CPD guidelines for 7.5 hours of Scientific(or Non-Scientific) Continuing Professional Educationaccreditation. At the time of printing, this course wasunder review of the NZDA for 7.5 CPD points.

About the presenter

Dr Sarkis Nalbandian B.D.S. (Hons) Grad.Dip.Clin.Dent (Oral Im-plants) Syd. Uni. M.Clin.Dent. (Prosthodontics) King’s College Uni.London, FRACDS. Dr. Sarkis Nalbandian has completed his Bachelorof Dental surgery with honours in 1983, Graduate Diploma in ClinicalDentistry (Oral Implants) in year 2000 at University of Sydney. He hasalso completed his Masters (Prosthodontics) in 2005 with Distinctionat the prestigious King’s College, University of London. He is a Fellowof Australasian College of Dental Surgeons.

Dr. Nalbandian has a private referral practice in Sydney, limited toAesthetics, Prosthodontics & Implant surgery. He has special interestin application of composites for treating complex functional andaesthetic problems. He stresses the importance of tooth conservationfor optimal function and smile enhancement that is achieved in onevisit, at a reduced cost and no patient discomfort. He has researchedand published patient’s decision making process when selectingcomposite or porcelain veneer systems. He is a contributor to post-graduate Masters Degree lectures programs at King’s College,London.


Learning Objectives:• To understand factors

involved in endodontic and restorative assessment prior to treatment

• To understand the various techniques available for obturation and how to manage difficult endodontic cases using MTA

• To understand the decision making process involved in choosing the right post/core system

Seminar Content:This informative and interactive full day course will take you fromthe factors involved in determining an endodontic/restorativetreatment plan to current concepts in obturation, MTA treatmentsand the decision making process involved in choosing a post &core system. Hands-on sessions will encompass both the en-dodontic and prosthodontics areas covered during the lectures.

Endodontic Lecture & Hands on Session Presented by Dr Mehdi Rahimi • Treatment planning the endodontic case• Current concepts in obturation materials and techniques• Clinical applications of MTA for management of the open apex, root perforation and

root canal obturation • Obturation using matched taper cones and warm vertical compaction, gutta-master & MTA• Repair of furcation perforations using MTA• Post-space preparation

Prosthodontics Lecture & Hands on Session Presented by Dr Ben Lee• Restorative assessment prior to treatment• Best available evidence on post-system selection• Clinical steps on direct and indirect post and core techniques• Temporisation of the post-space by using thermoplastic retainers• Direct post and core placement using bonded materials• Impression taking for indirect post and core

The Endo-Restorative Dilemma: Post or No Post?An endodontic & prosthodontic perspective – Lecture & Hands-On Workshop



Dr Ben Lee completed his MDSc in Prosthodontics from University ofSydney. Since then he has been working as a full-time specialist prostho-dontist in private practice and a visiting Clinical Lecturer at University ofSydney where he mentors final year undergraduate students clinically inprosthodontics. Ben completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Uni-versity of Otago, New Zealand and was given the Young ProsthodontistAward by The International College of Prosthodontists in 2007. Ben iscurrently practicing as a full-time specialist prosthodontist with specialinterest in surgical and restorative implant prosthodontics. He has givenpresentations and courses on tooth and implant prosthodontics.

Dr Mehdi Rahimi graduated with a BDS 1st class honours from the Uni-versity of Otago (New Zealand) in 2002 and received his DClinDent inendodontics from the University of Melbourne in 2008. His Master’sthesis and research interest was on the topic of endodontic obturationmaterials and resin based sealers. He is an honorary member of thePierre Fauchard research academy. He is also a member of the RoyalAustralian College of Dental Surgeons in endodontics and AustralianSociety of Endodontics. Mehdi is currently in private specialist practiceas an endodontist in Sydney and is also actively involved in teachingendodontics at various continuing education levels.

Date & Venue:Sydney:Saturday 31st AugustADIA: Level 5, 757 Elizabeth StZetland NSW 2017.





Make Endo work for you... expand your practice capabilities with Mtwo Rotary NiTi and more.

Presented by A/Prof. Peter Parashos & Dr Mehdi Rahmi

Seminar content:• The aims of endodontic instrumentation• Modern concepts of root canal preparation – including new Reciprocating

Technology• The role of the electronic apex locator in modern endodontic practice• Current concepts in obturation materials and techniques• Combining your instrumentation and obturation techniques to maximise

treatment outcome• Various clinical applications of MTA

Learning outcomes:• Improve your root canal preparation technique using rotary nickel titanium

instruments• Understand the benefits of incorporating the electronic apex locator into

your daily clinical practice• Improve your obturation technique• Become comfortable implementing today’s contents into your everyday

Practice



A/Prof. Peter Parashos graduated from the University of Melbourne in1980 and obtained his MDSc in 1989 and PhD in 2004. He is a fellow ofthe Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons, the AmericanCollege of Dentists and the International College of Dentists. He iscurrently Associate Professor in Endodontics and Convener of Postgrad-uate Endodontics at the University of Melbourne. He also works in privateEndodontic practice and is actively involved in CPD programmes inEndodontics. His contribution to endodontics in Victoria has earned himHonorary Life Membership of the Australian Society of Endodontology(Vic Branch).

Dr Mehdi Rahimi graduated with a BDS 1st class honours from the Uni-versity of Otago (New Zealand) in 2002 and received his DClinDent inendodontics from the University of Melbourne in 2008. His Master’sthesis and research interest was on the topic of endodontic obturationmaterials and resin based sealers. He is an honorary member of thePierre Fauchard research academy. He is also a member of the RoyalAustralian College of Dental Surgeons in endodontics and AustralianSociety of Endodontics. Mehdi is currently in private specialist practiceas an endodontist in Sydney and is also actively involved in teachingendodontics at various continuing education levels.

Requirements:Participants are required to bring four (4) extracted molar teeth, unmounted and accessedfor Endodontic instrumentation, and loupes. If you are unable to supply 4 extracted molarsplease advise us so we can arrange an alternative for you. All other materials will be pro-vided. Various forms of magnification will also be available on the day for trial.

Dates & VenuesFriday 19th July - Sydney ADIA Friday 11th October - Melbournewith A/Prof. Peter ParashosMelbourne: Gunz Dental Showroom, Ground Floor West, 192B BurwoodRoad, Hawthorn VIC 3122

Friday 18th Octoberwith A/Prof. Peter Parashos& Dr Mehdi RahimiSydney: ADIA Level 5, 757 Elizabeth StZetland NSW 2017.




All participants receive free Mtwo and Reciproc training kits valued at $440.


Gunz Dental is pleased to extend an open invitation to any industry-related associations in need of meeting or event space tomake use of our facilities in Auckland and Brisbane. Simply contact your local Gunz Dental Sales Representative or CustomerService on 1800 025 300 (Aus) or 0800 30 10 10 (NZ), to check availability.

Gunz Dental Auckland, located in Greenlane, includes a training and conference facility and has been designed to accommodateup to 30 guests (theatre-style) with built-in audio-visual equipment for presentations. On the first floor at Gunz Dental Brisbane,a training and conference facility has been designed to accommodate up to 50 guests (theatre-style) with built-in audio-visualequipment for presentations. Custom-designed work stations enable Gunz Dental to host hands-on workshops for up to 20 par-ticipants at a time, and a separate meeting room with board table accommodates smaller meetings or break-out groups of up tosix people.

Gunz Dental Training & Conference Facilitiesavailable for your Meetings & Events

Auckland Brisbane


Frequently Asked Questions - Continuing Professional Development (Australia) - CPD Points. How Does it Work?Reprinted from the Dental Board of Australiawebsite at www.dentalboard.gov.au

The Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act2009 (National Law) as in force in each state and ter-ritory came into effect on 1 July 2010. Under the Na-tional Law there is a mandatory requirement forregistrants to participate in continuing professionaldevelopment (CPD), the Board has therefore devel-oped a Registration Standard in relation to CPD.

From 1 July 2010 all dental practitioners in Australiahave to meet the CPD requirements set by the DentalBoard of Australia’s (Board) Registration Standard(approved by Ministerial Council). The RegistrationStandard and the CPD Guideline (which provides moredetail about CPD requirements) are published on theBoard’s website at www.dentalboard.gov.au.

These responses to frequently asked questions mayprovide dental practitioners with further detail and un-derstanding about the Board’s requirements for CPD.

What range and variation of CPD activities is ex-pected by the Board from dental practitioners?

The Board has not specified any mandatory CPD ac-tivities and the Board expects dental practitioners toengage in a range of CPD activities.

There are no set limits on the number of hours a den-

tal practitioner can spend on particular types of CPDactivities, however it is expected that dental practi-tioners will undertake a variety of activities in linewith the objectives of CPD. For example a dentalpractitioner engaged in a formal supervision programof another dental practitioner or a dental practitionerwho oversees examinations should not rely on thoseactivities solely for meeting the requirements of theCPD Registration Standard. Similarly, reading journalarticles or preparing and delivering lectures on dentaltopics to dental practitioners should not be the onlyCPD activities undertaken to meet the requirementsof the CPD Registration Standard.

How does a dental practitioner evaluate theCPD activities undertaken?

The Board has not specified an approval process forcourses or course providers who provide CPD. How-ever, the CPD guidelines detail some requirementsand expectations at point 4. Registrants must makea professional judgement about the appropriatenessof the CPD activity undertaken.

When deciding what CPD activities to undertake,practitioners should first consider if the activity relatesto the objectives of their personal CPD plan. Theyshould assess the stated aims, objectives and out-comes of the activity. Practitioners can also evaluatethe suitability of CPD activities against any or all ofthe following criteria and set of questions.

How does a dental practitioner assess the con-tent of the CPD being provided and what is thescientific or practical basis of the materialbeing presented?

Activities should address contemporary clinical andprofessional issues. Scientific and clinical activitiesshould reflect accepted dental practice or be basedon critical appraisal of scientific literature. The contentmust as far as possible be evidence based withoutexaggerated claims. Activities should have scientificintegrity and independence. Clinical content shouldreflect best practice care and evidence based treat-ment that is supported by scientific and biomedicalresearch

What types of information should I retain on myCPD record/log book when I have attended acourse or program?

Retain the certificate of attendance / verification ofparticipation, that contains at least the following information: • Your name • Provider’s name • Activity name • Date, time and location of activity • Number of CPD hours (excluding breaks) and Type

of CPD hours (scientific/non scientific) that are awarded as a result of completing the activity

• Such certification need not be a formal document.


The record of participation may take the form of an email or end of year summary of the person’sactivities.

What are clinically or scientifically basedactivities?

These activities relate to the scientific, clinical or tech-nical aspects of oral health care. Activities about in-fection control, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)or patient record keeping for instance would be clas-sified clinical/scientific; as would a range of topics re-lating to oral health or particular dental proceduressuch as endodontics, caries treatment, crown prepa-rations etc.

What are non-scientific activities?

These are activities that are indirectly related to, butsupportive of dental care and include courses aboutpractice management and dento-legal responsibilities.The activities need to contribute to the maintenanceand enhancement of a dental practitioner’s knowl-edge, skills and performance of oral health care.

The subject matter of CPD may also include activitiesin dentistry outside the dental practitioner’s usualpractice, for example dental prosthetists may under-take study about implants, drug therapies and digitalradiography; dental therapists and hygienists on pros-thetics and occlusal therapy or orthodontics. This typeof subject matter would be considered a scientific ac-tivity. Similarly Specialists do not have to attend CPDactivities limited to their area of specialty. Practitioners

are encouraged to reflect on their own practice andidentify areas where they can derive maximum benefitfrom CPD.

How many hours of CPD does a personregistered as both a dental hygienist and dentaltherapist need to do?

If you are registered as both a dental hygienist anddental therapist you only need to complete 60 hoursover the three years.

How many hours of CPD does a practitionerwho only works part-time need to do?

Regardless of whether you practise one day a year orfive days a week, you need to complete 60 hours ofCPD. If you are practising at all, patients are entitledto expect the same level of knowledge and skillwhether you are full time or part time and thereforeCPD requirements are the same.

How much CPD does a non-practising registrantneed to do?

None. The requirements do not apply to those withthis type of registration.

Can hours spent undertaking clinical super-vision as part of an employment role count asCPD time?

No, as it is a part of your employment role.

Are the number of hours adjusted if a personregisters during the CPD cycle?

The only time CPD hours are pro-rata is if you are reg-istered for the first time part way through a CPD cycle.The number of CPD hours that a new registrant willneed to complete will be calculated on a pro-ratabasis to the nearest half-year.

What happens if a practitioner accumulatesmore than 60 hours in the cycle?

If you accumulate more than 60 hours in the threeyear cycle you cannot roll over the additional hoursinto the next cycle. The hours specified in the CPD reg-istration standard are a minimum requirement and itis expected that many practitioners will attend a fargreater number of hours of CPD than this minimum.

Do all CPD activities have the same weighting?

In general, attending a course for 7 hours (excludingbreaks) would be equivalent to 7 hours of CPD, pro-vided that the time is invested in CPD programs thatmeet the Board’s guidelines. What has been knownas ‘Continuing Education, or CE credits’ will in mostcases translate to hourly CPD credits.

CPD Points NZ?New Zealand Dental Professionals should visit www.nzda.org.nzto view and add to your Verified and Non-Verifiable CPD, as well asupdate your personal information.


New programs will be added to our schedule throughout the year. Please check our websites www.gunz.com.au or www.gunz.co.nz regularly for updates.

Dietary Requests. Please advise of any special dietary requirements and we will do our verybest to accommodate your needs.

Early Bird Specials (when advertised). Book one month prior to the advertised course dateand you will qualify for a Gunz Dental Gift Voucher valued at up to $100. Vouchers are validfor 6 months from date of course unless noted otherwise.

Information via Email. Course booking, confirmation and update information (includingcourse cancellations) will be sent via email.

Failure to Attend. A delegate who fails to attend will be liable for 100 percent of the coursefee.

Refund Policy. Full Refunds will be issued if you cancel your registration in writing viaemail to [email protected] at least 10 business days prior to the event. No Refunds willbe issued if you cancel your registration attendance at an event 9 business days or less priorto the event.

Cancellation Policy. Courses receiving insufficient enrolments are subject to cancellation. Ifa course is cancelled, any course fees paid are refunded in full. Gunz Dental is not responsiblefor any associated expense (e.g. accommodation or travel) nor for any loss or damage as aresult of substitution, alteration, cancellation or postponement of an event.

Privacy. All information supplied is confidential and will not be used for marketing purposes.

Terms and Conditions

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Course Name: Course Date:

Course Location: (Please indicate in which city you will be attending the course).

Your Name:

Address: Postcode:

Email:Attendees will receive confirmation of booking & other course updates via email.

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Payment: Bill my Gunz Dental account Cheque (payable to Gunz Dental Pty Ltd) Credit Card

No: Expiry: /

Cardholder name: Signature:

TO REGISTER: EMAIL: Email form to [email protected]: Fax form to Gunz Dental: (Australia) 1800 025 202 or (New Zealand) 0800 486 9336 MAIL: (AU) Gunz Dental, Locked Bag 5000, Alexandria NSW 2015. (NZ) Gunz Dental, PO Box 128206, Remuera 1541, Auckland.Registrations should be emailed to [email protected], faxed or posted.

Registration Form photocopy and complete this form for each attendee. Registrations should be emailed, faxed or posted.

I have read and agree to the terms andconditions on page 24 of this booklet.

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