Perth Atraumatic Extraction of Primary Teeth& Local Anaesthesia Techniques

This Course is happening in Perth, WA at Aloft Hotels Perth

Course running on the 5th July 2025

(Please note if course is full please contact us at marketing@onedental.com.au as we can put you on the waitlist for future events)

Atraumatic Extraction of Primary Teeth Using Periotomes, Luxators & Elevators

The Course Includes: Lecture. Practical Demonstration, Hands-on-Training, Practical Assessment and Theoretical Assessment with CPD Points

This training covers the issues of safety and the physics behind how a lever works before comparing the conventional and atraumatic techniques for extraction of primary teeth. It then describes and explains the use of Periotomes, Luxators and Elevators for extraction of primary teeth. The training then involves a practical demonstration, hands-on-training, practical assessment and theoretical assessment.

A certificate will be sent to successful participants

Atraumatic Extraction Workshop is proudly sponsored by One Dental

With Special Guest Leah Hobbs, Assoc. Prof Cathy Snelling and CEO and Founder of One Dental Joanne Stanbury

Please Arrive 15 minutes before event starts

Learning objectives:

· Determine the scope of practice of oral health and dental therapists in extraction of primary teeth

· Identify anatomical features to be considered in extracting primary teeth

· Review the mechanical principles of exodontia

· Describe the criteria required for a safe and atraumatic extraction

· Identify the armamentarium that oral health and dental therapists use for the extraction of primary teeth

· Discuss the indications for using different instruments in the extraction technique of primary teeth through completion of a range of case studies

· Demonstrate the correct use of the forceps, elevators, luxators and periotomes with hands-on experience on dental models/manikins

Local Anaesthesia Update and Upskill Workshop

Refining and Revising your Local Anaesthesia Techniques

It is well documented that dental patients keep coming back to practitioners that 'don't hurt' and give 'painless injections'. This area of clinical practice is the biggest source of anxiety for our patients - and can become stressful for operators if they are not confident and competent in their LA techniques and knowledge.

This 3-hour interactive workshop has been designed for participants to:

· Review the neurobiology that underpins local anaesthesia

· Revisit the key clinical landmarks to use in administering effective LA

· Identify and discuss contemporary LA agents and techniques

· Give hands on practice for optimising local anaesthetic administration

· Reflect on application to their practice by analysing authentic clinical scenarios.

Associate Professor Cathy Snelling

Cathy Snelling has been involved in dental education for 30 years and is still active in dental therapy practice in a ‘remote’ practice in Roxby Downs in South Australia, as well as a specialist paedontic practice in Adelaide. Cathy spent the early part of her career in public dental practice followed by a 20 year tenure at the University of Adelaide where she developed and contributed to the Bachelor of Oral Health program. She has also taught student dental hygienists, dentists and dental assistants and values the role of an effective dental team. During her time as a university teacher, Cathy received many awards including a National Award for University Teaching (2013), Australian Awards for University Teaching Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2013, 2017). Her teaching philosophy incorporates a strong evidence-base that she applies to contemporary clinical practice She is a Senior Fellow of the international Higher Education Academy and in 2021, Cathy was made an honorary Fellow of the International College of Dentists. Cathy is looking forward to sharing her substantial experience and continuing passion in the oral health profession with her colleagues.

Leah Hobbs

Leah is an Oral Health Therapist working with Queensland Health and has previously worked in private practice and academic settings. She has qualifications in Oral Health Therapy, Public Health and Higher Education with her thesis focusing on mentoring in the Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy program. Leah has completed the Queensland Health Step Up Leadership program and in 2021 was elected as a director of the Australian Dental Council. Leah is passionate about increasing patient’s oral health literacy, ability to access dental care and ensuring that they receive quality safe care. Leah works with numerous organisations to assist with improving the overall health of patients from vulnerable populations. In 2018, Leah was awarded the inaugural Dental Hygiene Association of Australia Clinical Excellence Award for the use of clinical indicators in paediatric dental care.

Sophie Karanicolas

Sophie is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Adelaide and was an academic in the Adelaide Dental School for 20 years. She is a Principal Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy, Educational Specialist with the University of Adelaide and with PLUS 2 Consultancy. Sophie has a background in dental hygiene and education and has been teaching in oral health clinical practice for over 35 years across dental hygiene, oral health, and dentistry programs. Sophie has been awarded several teaching awards including a National Teaching Award for Sustained Excellence in Teaching and the University of Adelaide’s Vice Chancellor’s and President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, and a recipient of TAFESA’s Gold Medal Award.