INSIGHT HYAKU100
GC Australasian Dental Symposium 2023
Sharing 100 years of experience towards simplification in dentistry.
The turn of this decade marked 100 years of GC’s contributions to the improvement of global well-being through oral healthcare. Most importantly, it marked a need to examine the evolution of dentistry that has resulted in modern challenges for today’s practising professional.
The emergence of new technologies in treatment solutions can complicate choice-making, and access to information through digital media has transformed public understanding of oral health as we witness changes in patient expectations. All the while, external challenges continue to disrupt workflow processes.
GC Corporation invites you to Insight Hyaku100 on Saturday 18th of February at the Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney: observe latest developments in the new age of clinical, procedural and evidence-based dentistry.
Engage with the country’s leading experts and key opinion leaders against the backdrop of Darling Harbour as they share ways to optimise clinical workflows whilst moving towards a higher standard of dentistry in practice.
Celebrate one century of GC, the Leader in Quality.
Agenda
08.00am CHECK-IN
08.30am CPP-ACP: A Salivary Biomimetic, Presented by Dr James Fernando
This presentation will go through the bioactive properties of casein phosphopeptides in the oral cavity. As a salivary biomimetic, CPP-ACP is able to prevent oral disease and promote oral health in susceptible individuals. For saliva deficiency, CPP-ACP provides increased protection against the development of caries. Use of CPP-ACP is evidence-based and it is available in various modes of delivery.
09.15am MI Dentistry and the Magic of Modern Materials, Presented by Prof Ian Myers
This presentation will look at how developments in restorative materials have enhanced the ability of the clinician to provide an extended range of restorative options for patients. The advances in dental adhesives, composite resins, glass ionomers, and glass hybrids will be discussed, and how these newer materials provide opportunities for their selective use in minimum intervention restorative strategies. Concepts on how to simplify and improve outcomes for both patients and practitioners will be investigated, with emphasis on management of the more complex cases and consideration of the appropriate interventions for the more mature patients.
10.15am BREAK
10.30am Bonded Anterior Ceramic Restorations, Presented by Dr Anthony Mak
The expectation that anterior dental restorations should be highly aesthetic, durable and minimally invasive is becoming the common expectation among patients who are increasingly well informed. The utilisation of bonded ceramic restorations has rapidly become the cornerstone modality in meeting these expectations.
The goal of this presentation is to demonstrate how basic planning and execution of these modalities of treatment can be applied from the simple everyday cases to the more complex and challenging cases. It is the goal of the presentation to highlight the use of modern digital technologies to simplify and facilitate the delivery of indirect all ceramic restorations.
12.15pm LUNCH
13.15pm Objectifying the Art of Anterior Resins, Presented by Dr Bharat Agrawal
Creating beautiful anterior restorations with direct composite that mimic the natural dentition requires the dental practitioner to understand shape, colour and texture. It is often considered the truest reflection of one’s artistic ability, however, an objective and systematic approach can make this predictable and reproducible. This lecture will cover planning, execution, finishing and polishing techniques, providing a systematic approach to anterior composite dentistry.
14.15pm Key Concepts for Adhesion in Fixed Prosthodontics, Presented by Dr Chee Chang
We are in the age of adhesion for our indirect fixed prosthodontic reconstructions, and much has been written about ways to achieve maximum tensile bond strength to ensure restoration longevity. However, there are still many concepts that can be confusing, such as the use of air abrasion prior to adhesive cementation procedures. This lecture will examine some of the processes that we are able to control clinically that will ensure we are getting the most out of our adhesive agents and cements, so as to increase the longevity of our indirect restorations.
15.00pm BREAK
15.30pm Reconstruction of the Compromised Posterior Tooth, Presented by Dr Yo-Han Choi
16.30pm Live Q&A
17.00pm TRADE & DRINKS
18.00pm COCKTAIL PARTY
Our Speakers
Emeritus Professor Laurence J. Walsh AO, Moderator
Emeritus Professor Laurence J. Walsh AO is based in Brisbane, where he served for 36 years on the academic staff of the University of Queensland School of Dentistry, including 21 years as Professor of Dental Science and 10 years as the Head of School. Since retiring in December 2020, Laurie has remained active in hands-on bench research work, as well as in supervising over 15 research students who work in advanced technologies and biomaterials, and in clinical microbiology. Laurie has served as Chief Examiner in Microbiology for the RACDS for the past 21 years, and as the Editor of the ADA Infection Control Guidelines for the past 12 years. His published research work includes over 340 journal papers, with a citation count of over 15,400 citations in the literature. Laurie was made an Officer of the Order of Australia in January 2018, and a life member of the ADA in 2020, in recognition of his contributions to dentistry.
Dr. Bharat Agrawal
Dr. Bharat Agrawal completed his Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science and Graduate Diploma of Dentistry at Griffith University, graduating with multiple final year awards. His Master’s dissertation in Aesthetic Dentistry at King’s College in London examined the effectiveness and longevity of take-home dentist prescribed tray bleaching techniques combined with a clinical audit. He has presented on tooth whitening, digital workflows, the alignment-restorative interface, and the provision of Invisalign with a key focus on minimally invasive aesthetic dentistry. In 2018, his report on combination aesthetic treatments was selected for publication by Invisalign. Dr. Agrawal is actively involved in mentoring and teaching recent graduates. Currently in private practice on the Gold Coast, he is passionate about the paradigm shift towards minimally invasive approaches to comprehensive smile makeovers.
Dr. Anthony Mak
Dr. Anthony Mak obtained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Sydney University before completing his postgraduate diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Implants). He graduated with multiple awards for clinical excellence and has since established two practices in metropolitan Sydney focusing on comprehensive and aesthetic dentistry. He is interested in dental technologies and advances in materials and techniques. He has a unique understanding of Direct Composite Artistry and CAD/CAM Dentistry. As a key opinion leader, he is published in various dental magazines in Australia and New Zealand. Anthony specialises in direct vs indirect dental restorations, lecturing locally and internationally on the topics of aesthetic dentistry.
Dr Chee Chang
Dr. Chee Chang is a specialist prosthodontist currently in private practice in Melbourne. He is involved with the postgraduate diploma and DCD programmes at the University of Melbourne. Chee lectures on various topics related to prosthodontics, with his areas of interest in biomaterials and the implementation of digital techniques in dentistry. He has been in clinical practice for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Chee is the immediate past president of the Australian Prosthodontic Society.
Prof. Ian Meyers
Prof. Ian Meyers has 35 years of combined experience in dental research, clinical dentistry, private practice, university clinics and hospital-based dental clinics. Among his previous positions are the inaugural Colgate Chair of Dental General Practice Dentistry, Chief Dental Officer for Queensland Health, and President of the Queensland Branch of the Australian Dental Association. As a general dental practitioner, Ian has extensive experience in comprehensive patient care, with a special interest in management of worn dentition, geriatric and aged care dentistry, adhesive restorative dental materials, fibre-reinforced composites, and minimum intervention dentistry. He is currently an honorary professor at The University of Queensland School of Dentistry.
Dr. Yo-Han Choi
Dr. Yo-Han Choi completed his Bachelor of Dental Science at the University of Queensland with Honours. His special interests lie in restorative and aesthetic dentistry, and he is nearing completion of his MClinDent (Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics) program through King’s College in London. Dr Choi has presented on aesthetic anterior and posterior composite restorations and is a clinical trainer for the Australasian Academy of Dentofacial Aesthetics (AADFA). He is currently in private practice in Sydney and is passionate about mentoring and teaching recent graduates. He has a keen interest in digital workflows and minimally invasive approaches to aesthetic dentistry.
Dr. James Fernando
Dr. James Fernando completed his Doctor of Philosophy researching remineralisation and has published in the Journal of Dentistry, Caries Research and Nature Scientific Reports. James teaches the cariology component of the Doctor of Dental Surgery and Bachelor of Oral Health courses at Melbourne Dental School. James has been in private practice for over 10 years and operates a dry mouth clinic at the Royal Dental Hospital Melbourne. He is currently the Chair of the Oral Health Committee of the Australian Dental Association, Victorian branch. His research focuses on the prevention of dental decay and erosion and clinical use of technologies containing calcium.
Venue
Please see venue details listed below.
The Australian National Maritime Museum
2 Murray Street, Sydney
NSW 2000
Contact Us
For event enquiries and registration questions, please reach out to events@henryschein.com.au.