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• APS Vic Dinner-meeting Zirconia as a Biomaterial for Implant-Supported Full-Arch Prostheses

  • When
    14 Aug 2025
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    18:30 - 21:00
  • Location
    Royal South Yarra Lawn Tennis Club, 310 Williams Rd, Toorak VIC 3142

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  Zirconia as a Biomaterial for Implant-Supported Full-Arch Prostheses

  Presenter: A/Professor Max Guazzato (Sydney) 

  Zirconia was introduced into dentistry in the late 1990s. Since then, it has become the most widely used material in fixed prosthodontics and a preferred choice for high-end, implant-supported full-arch prostheses.

  The aim of this presentation is to explore three decades of research and development in zirconia and its clinical application in full-arch restorations.

  Topics will include the material's history, properties, prosthesis design, advancements in zirconia technology, surgical and prosthetic protocols, and future directions. These aspects will be illustrated through personal publications and clinical case studies.

  A/Professor Max Guazzato holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Milan, Italy, where he also obtained a Diploma in Dental Technology and completed a residency in Oral Surgery. In 1998, he relocated to Australia, where he earned a PhD in dental ceramics and a Doctorate in Clinical Dentistry (DClinDent) in Prosthodontics from the University of Sydney. Since 2001, A/Prof Guazzato has been lecturing at the University of Sydney, and since 2010, he has been actively involved in postgraduate teaching in the fields of materials, implantology, bone grafting, and fixed prosthodontics. Over the course of his academic career, A/Prof Guazzato has supervised 14 research projects and secured more than 10 competitive research grants from both public institutions and private industry. His primary research interests lie in the fields of dental implants and dental ceramics. In addition to his academic commitments, A/Prof Guazzato maintains a specialist prosthodontic practice in Pyrmont and Bowral, New South Wales. He has published 45 peer reviewed articles in international journals and co-authored three books. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (by examination), a Fellow of the International College of Dentists, and a member of the Academy of Australian and New Zealand Prosthodontists.
  

  Thank you for supporting the APS and I am looking forward to welcoming you from  06:30pm, Thursday, 14 August 2025 at the Royal South Yarra Lawn Tennis Club.

  Members and guests from other states are warmly invited to register and attend the event. A non-member registration rate will apply.
  

  
  

  
  

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• APS QLD August Dinner Meeting _ Molar incisor hypomineralisation: aetiology and impact

  • When
    26 Aug 2025
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    18:30 - 22:00
  • Location
    The Brisbane Club Member's Dining Room, level 3/241 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

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  APS QLD August Dinner Meeting _ Molar incisor hypomineralisation: aetiology and impact

  Presenter: Dr Stephanie Shields (Paediatric Dentist) 

  Molar incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) is the most common developmental tooth condition globally. Affected individuals experience increased negative outcomes and, although millions of people worldwide have MIH, its aetiology is unknown. Dr Stephanie Shields is in the final months of her PhD, which utilises internationally unique prospective data to investigate potential MIH aetiological exposures. She will share her novel results regarding the effect of early childhood inflammation and environmental pollutants on MIH prevalence. This presentation will also provide an update on the impact of MIH for affected individuals and particularly their oral health-related quality of life. Steph has harnessed causal inference methods to investigate these key MIH knowledge gaps and she recently presented a symposium on these methods at the International Association of Dental Research 2025 General Session in Barcelona. 

  Stephanie Shields is a specialist paediatric dentist currently undertaking a PhD at the University of Melbourne and the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute. She completed her Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in Paediatric Dentistry at the University of Melbourne in 2023 and works clinically in private practice and as a lecturer and clinical demonstrator at the Melbourne Dental School. Steph has diverse clinical experience from across Australia, having worked for nearly a decade in private general practice in Queensland and the Northern Territory. Steph is currently serving as the treasurer of the Australasian Academy of Paediatric Dentistry.
  

  As usual, there will be dinner and drinks. This is a great opportunity to meet colleagues and network. Thank you for supporting the APS and I am looking forward to welcoming you from 6:30am, Tuesday, August 26th at the The Brisbane Club Members' Dining Room, level 3/241 Adelaide St, Brisbane City.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• APS QLD October Dinner Meeting, Understanding Failure: The Science of Dental Fractography

  • When
    28 Oct 2025
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    18:30 - 21:00
  • Location
    The Brisbane Club, Suite 3/241 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

  Understanding Failure: the science of dental fractography 

  Presenter: Dr Basil Al-Amleh (Prosthodontist) 

  This lecture explores the intricate world of dental fractography, focusing on ceramic restorations. By reviewing key findings from the dental literature, we will uncover how fractures occur, why they propagate, and what we can learn from the patterns they leave behind. Each crack tells a story, almost like interpreting a piece of abstract art, but the purpose here is scientific: uncovering the mechanics and causes behind failure.  

  Dental fractography is the systematic investigation of failed materials, offering clinicians a structured approach to identifying fracture origins, stress points, and material weaknesses.  
  
  Through a deeper understanding of how ceramic restorations fail, dental clinicians can refine their techniques, mitigate the risks of failure, and prolong the lifespan of their restorations. This lecture will provide practical insights into materials science, preparation strategies, and clinical applications, equipping attendees with the knowledge to enhance both the functionality and durability of their work. 

  
  

  Dr Basil Al-Amleh

  With over 22 years of clinical experience, Basil has developed a reputation for excellence in Prosthodontics, complex dental rehabilitations, implant treatments, and cosmetic dentistry.
  

  Basil is very passionate about training and education and enjoys teaching. He lectures around New Zealand to general dentists about complex dental treatment management, cosmetic dentistry, and MDs. He is also a guest speaker at AUT, giving lectures to senior Oral Health Therapy

  
  

  This is a great opportunity to meet colleagues and network. Thank you for supporting the APS and I am looking forward to welcoming you from 6:30am, Tuesday, 26th August 2025 at the The Brisbane Club Members' Dinning Room, level 3/241 Adelaide St, Brisbane City.

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