College News August 2018

COLLEGE NEWS August 2018 ISSUE #02Royal Australasian College of Dental SurgeonsLet knowledge conquer disease Oral Health Promotion in Vanuatu Page 16 New Member Benefits Page 18 Orientation Course Page 22

CONTENTS College Calendar 1 President's Message 2 Notice of AGM and Elections 3 4 CEO's Message 6 Reports 11 12 Admissions 16 Regional Reports 17Queen's Birthday Honours & Academic Prizes 18 Examiners Recognised 20 Oral Health Promotion at Vanuatu 22 New Member Benefits 25 Young Dentists Section 26 Councillors out and about Upcoming College EventsCOLLEGE INFORMATIONRoyal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons PatronABN 97 343 369 579 Her Excellency The Rt Honourable Dame Patsy Reddy,3rd Issue 2018 Governor-General of New Zealand.Deadline for submission of material 16 Nov 2018 CopyrightContact All rights reserved. No part of this work covered by copyrightLevel 13/37 York Street may be reproduced or copied in any form or any meansSydney NSW 2000 Australia (graphic, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying,Telephone: 1800 688 339 recording, taping, or information and retrieval systems)Facsimile: +61 2 9262 1974 without the written permission from the College.Email: [email protected]: www.racds.orgDisclaimerThe Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons, “the RACDS”, its officers, servants or agents will have no liability in any way arisingfrom information or advice that is contained in the College News.The publication of statements, opinions, advertisements or other materials in this College News carries no representation by or onbehalf of the RACDS express or implied of any belief in their truth or otherwise, in whole or in part, unless an express statement to thateffect accompanies the item in question.Please contact the Editor, Prof Clive Wright at [email protected] or the Executive Assistant, Maryann Walsh [email protected] if you have some news you would like published in the College News.

College Calendar 2018To view the most up-to-date calendar please visit www.racds.org/calendarMonth Date Event 3 Fri MRACDS(GDP) - CPD Masterclass: Medical Emergencies 4 Sat Venue: SydneyAugust 13 Mon - MRACDS(GDP) - CPD Masterclass: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning 14 Tue MRACDS(GDP) - CPD Masterclass: Therapeutics in Dentistry, Pain and Pain Management Venue: Sydney 15 Wed OMS - Final Examination – Written Papers 20 Mon - Regionally and New Zealand 22 Wed 22 Wed - OMS - Final date for Six-Monthly Formative Assessment Forms and Clinical Training Assessments for be received by 29 Wed the College for trainees occupying accredited training posts in 2018 31 Fri Specialist Dental Practice - SDP College Examinations Venue: Sydney WBE - Module 3 Specialist Dental Practice - Enrolments close for Conjoint M(Orth)/MRACDS(Orth) - Adelaide 1 Sat Specialist Dental Practice - Enrolments close for University Conjoint Exams 7 Fri - OMS - Final Examination: Clinical and viva voce 8 Sat Venue: Melbourne 14 Fri FRACDS(GDP) - Enrolments close for Primary Examination in HK and USMSeptember MRACDS(GDP) - Enrolments close Assessment Round 3 20 Thu - 23 Sun RACDS - 24th Convocation: The Era of the Virtual Patient Venue: Adelaide 26 Wed - WBE - Module 4 3 Wed Oct 28 Fri MRACDS(GDP) - Assessment Round 2 (Week 1)October 5 Fri - 26 Fri MRACDS(GDP) - Assessment Round 3 (Weeks 2-5) 12 Fri 19 Fri FRACDS(GDP) - Enrolments close for Primary Examination in Sydney 26 Fri MRACDS(GDP) - Enrolments close viva voce 27 Sat - Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh - Diploma in Implant Dentistry Prep Course 28 Sun Venue: Sydney Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh - Diploma in Implant Dentistry - Examinations (RACDS) Venue: Sydney 9 Fri FRACDS(GDP) - Enrolments close for Final Examination 16 Fri MRACDS(GDP) - viva voce Venue: Various 26 Mon -November 28 Wed FRACDS(GDP) - Primary Exam Written Papers Venue: Various 19 Mon - 21 Wed Specialist Dental Practice - Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh Conjoint – M(Orth) / MRACDS(Orth) Venue: Adelaide TBC Specialist Dental Practice - Enrolments Close CDSHK (DPH) Conjoint Examination Venue: Hong Kong 4 Tue - FRACDS(GDP) - Primary Exam viva voce 6 Thu Venue: SydneyDecember 8 Sat FRACDS(GDP) - Primary Exam viva voce Venue: Hong Kong 10 Mon FRACDS(GDP) - Primary Exam viva voce Venue: MalaysiaJanuary 7 Mon - FRACDS(GDP) - Final Exam Written Paper2019 8 Tues Venue: Various 14 Mon - FRACDS(GDP) - Final Exam viva voce 16 Wed Venue: Sydney COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 1

PRESIDENT PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE DR PATRICK RUSSOThe obligation of your Council is not only above. i.e. ‘Council’ will become a ‘Board’ On the issue of governance, I draw yourto over-see the day-to-day governance and ‘Councillors’ will be referred to as attention to the fact that 2018 is an electionof the College but also to provide the ‘Directors’. year with a new Council to be formed instrategic thinking that will position the November. Nominations will be called fororganization well for the future. For a not-for-profit organization the size in August. It is important to stress there of RACDS, it has been recommended will be no governance structure changeAs I reported in the last issue of the College that the proposed new Board should be for this incoming Council. If the proposedNews, Council at its February meeting smaller than the current Council of 12 changes are accepted, they will come intoformed a working party to review the members. The expectation is also that effect for the Council of 2020.governance structure of the College. The this Board will be skill-based. That is to say,intention was to ensure that RACDS is Directors should be elected with regard However, as part of Council’s endeavourequipped with the necessary skills to plan to governance skills that will add value to to ensure your College leaders havestrategically and to guarantee relevance the Board. Skills may range from dental the skills required of a modern boardin a rapidly changing environment. The knowledge/experience, to educational member, you will notice a change in theworking party reported to Council at its experience, policy development, IT and Nomination Form for 2018. CandidatesJune 15th meeting and made a series of so on. In addition to elected Directors, it for this election will be asked to identifyrecommendations. Following discussion, is proposed that some external Directors their skill and experience across a rangea proposed structural change in RACDS be appointed by the elected Directors to of areas. It is hoped that you will considergovernance was agreed upon. These provide any additional skill-sets that may carefully the candidates’ attributes whenchanges will require constitutional change be required to govern going forward. voting. It should be your aim to bringand therefore a vote by the membership. It together a group of diverse individualsis envisaged this vote will take place at the A smaller, skill-based Board that meets with a spread of abilities to create the mostRACDS AGM in November 2019. more frequently (via a combination of effective governing body possible. If you face-to-face and video meetings) will believe you can make a contribution to theAs you will note, having the 2019 AGM provide governance that is more agile and organization in this role, I would stronglyas the date for voting gives a generous responsive to meet members’ needs. encourage you to nominate.timeline for the proposed changes to becommunicated to the wider membership Further, it is proposed that the Board For the first time too, the 2018 RACDSand for your comments to be considered. be supported by an Advisory Council. election process will be electronic. ThisIn its deliberations, the Council considered This larger group will be reflective of the will bring speed, simplicity and hopefullya number of factors. Not least, that RACDS College membership. It may include higher participation rates to the process.is now a Company Limited by Guarantee. RACDS members from each region, the Fellows and Members can be assured ofIn effect this means the organization College Registrars, recent Fellows and the integrity and confidentiality of e-voting.is subject to Australian company law Members, Indigenous groups, trainees Please ensure that the College office hasand comes under the jurisdiction of the and Life Members etc. The Advisory your correct email address. For thoseAustralian Securities and Investments Council will provide a diverse voice from without email, paper voting can be madeCommission (ASIC). Council is now within the College and become a conduit available.technically a Board and your Councillors for member issues to be delivered to theare company directors with full Director Board. Finally, it is now only months until our 24thresponsibilities under law. Convocation in Adelaide. If you haven’t Over the coming months, information registered yet, you can do so at racds2018.In addition, the working party reviewed regarding the proposed changes will be com.au and join us for three days ofother Colleges and organizations similar circulated to all Fellows and Members science, socializing and good fellowship.to RACDS. Specialist technical advice for your consideration and comment.on governance was received from an Councillors have already begun the See you in Adelaide!expert from the Associations Forum who conversation with presentations andhas advised other Colleges on similar discussions at recent Regional Scientific Dr Patrick Russogovernance changes. Day AGMs. It has been gratifying to already President RACDS see the level of engagement and positiveIn essence the recommendations would discourse around this important issue.see the change in descriptors mentioned2 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018

Notice of the AnnualGeneral MeetingAGM YEAR BOOK 2017The Annual General Meeting of the College will be held The RACDS 2017 Yearbook provides information on theon Friday 23 November 2018 at the College Office, Level current standing of the College.13, 37 York Street, Sydney at 3pm. If you plan to attend,please advise Maryann Walsh ([email protected]) at The commitment and dedication of of Councillors,the College Office so seating can be arranged. Registrars, Examiners, Mentors, Boards of Studies members and Regional Committee members is acknowledged andIf you are unable to attend, you are welcome to request a Fellows and Members of the College in 2017 are also listed.Proxy Form from the College Office. Please note that proxiesmust be lodged with the Chief Executive Officer no later The 2017 Yearbook is now available online atthan 48 hours before the meeting, i.e. by 3pm Wednesday, www.racds.org/publications.21 November 2018.The agenda will include a review and acceptance of the If you would like a hardfollowing: copy, please email1. Minutes of the previous meeting held on Friday, 24 [email protected] with November 2017 details of your name and2. Annual Audited Accounts and Auditor’s report address.3. Annual Report and other Reports4. Appointment of Auditor for the ensuing year5. Any special resolutions6. Declaration of the Council Election Ballot.Fellows and Members of the College are advised of the forthcoming election forthe Council of the College for the two-year term 2018 – 2020. The new Councilwill commence following the College Annual General Meeting on Friday, 23November 2018. RACDS Fellows and Members will receive a NominationForm in August.There are twelve Councillor positions, one designated forthe New Zealand Region, elected by Fellows and Membersresiding in New Zealand, and one for the Asia Region, electedby Fellows and Members residing in the Asia Region.The upcoming elections will be conducted electronically by anindependent voting and election services company. Furtherdetails about the process will follow in the coming weeks. COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 3

CEOCEO'S MESSAGE DR KAREN LUXFORDIn our 2017 College Membership Membership has also been providing College also provided two free registrationSurvey, Members, Fellows, Trainees and feedback about the need to promote passes. A competition was run by RACDSCandidates provided feedback about the College and what it means to be a using social media to give the passes awayfurther membership benefits that you Fellow or Member of RACDS. An RACDS to young Fellows or Members. The twowanted to see provided by the College. I Communications Strategy has been prize-winners (Dr Hanna Pethani and Dram pleased to say that in recent months developed to focus on the challenges Justin Phang, both Fellows), subsequentlywe have introduced valuable new services identified in the Membership Survey with attended the conference free of chargewhich improve your membership. key messaging to promote membership courtesy of RACDS. This initiative received and build our College brand and reputation. high interest amongst young CollegeIn mid-May, the College introduced access A number of communication initiatives are members via social media channels.to online journals via a subscription to already underway.ClinicalKey. This 12 month pilot has been We were very pleased to welcome awell received by the College community We have also commenced a new strategy number of visitors to the College in May.with thanks to those members who have focussing on Young and Early Career It was a delight to host Dr Jason Franksent in positive feedback. After 3 weeks, Dentists. A Primary Exam Orientation (Royal College of Physicians and Surgeonswe had 400+ registered users of this Course Scholarship for current dental of Canada) who has an internationalnew journal access service. We hope students was announced in late March reputation as a founder of the CanMEDSthat this online access helps our College with the winner announced 24 May. framework and to hear about futureCommunity to stay up to date with the This scholarship covers full enrolment directions in this space. We also welcomedlatest evidence-based research. for one current dental student from President Prof Zafar Ullah Chaudhry across Australasia to the Primary Exam and Prof Ambreen Afzal Ehsan, Dean OfA new free Guest Lecturer Series was Orientation Course. The College received Dentistry from the College of Physicianscommenced in March with the first lecture 30 applications highlighting applicant’s & Surgeons, Pakistan who updatedpresented by Prof Stephen Feinberg plans for their future career in dentistry. us on their progressive work around(University of Michigan) on 26 March Accessed by a Council panel, the winner competency-based curricula.with College Fellow Dr Ann Collins as MC. was 5th year, James Cook UniversityThis evening event focussing on tissue student, Maxim Milosevic. All major dental The Final Examination Workshop (FEW)engineering & regenerative medicine in oral student associations across Australia was held at Westmead Hospital onand craniofacial reconstruction was held at (ADSA and all University student bodies), 1-3 June with a total of 33 candidatesthe College offices with 30 attendees from New Zealand and Asia were engaged to attending, including 14 from overseas. Ia range of streams (GDP, SDP and OMS). promote the scholarship to their members. greatly enjoyed meeting candidates fromThe 2nd Guest Lecture event was held in The scholarship was marketed extensively a range of countries at the opening andBrisbane on 24 May with 25 attendees. Dr via College social media channels. the dinner evening. Candidate AdvisorsOve Peters (University of the Pacific) was again attended the FEW from almost allthe guest speaker and Councillor, Prof Ian The College was well represented at the of the regions to meet with candidatesMeyers was MC, with an endodontic topic 2018 Australian Dental Student Association and obtain a better understanding of howfocus. Positive comments were received (ADSA) Convention in Perth on 2-4 July the FEW and Final Exam work as well asin post-event evaluations for both events with involvement in a Careers Evening, commence planning on formalised studyincluding a comment from a long-standing trade exhibition and provision of a mock days and various study groups. Thank youmember that it was the ‘first free College viva workshop. Special thanks go to the to the sixteen examiners who attended theevent ever attended.’ The talks from the WA Regional Committee for helping to entire weekend of the FEW to both lectureGuest Lecturer series are available to support RACDS’s involvement in the ADSA and facilitate.all of our membership through video Convention this year.recordings of each presentation provided The Primary Examination Orientationon our website LMS. As a sponsor of the Young Dentists Course was well attended with 100 Conference held in Sydney on 12 May, the enrolments from across Australasia4 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018

including 22 from overseas. For the first pin series for examiners who have reached resources for indigenous communities.time the Orientation Course as held at 3, 6 or 9 years of service. Thank you once Rethink Sugary Drink is a partnershipthe Women’s College, Sydney University more to all examiners who contributed between health and communityin the new Sibyl Centre. The College is ideas and comments. organisations including the Cancerfortunate to have 10 highly experienced Council, Australian Dental Associationexaminers who lectured across the six The Final Joint Accreditation report for the and Diabetes Australia. Impact on toothbasic sciences over the two week period OMS program was received by the College decay will be a key focus of future allianceof the Orientation Course. on 24 April 2018. The College has been campaigns. granted accreditation by the AustralianThe MRACDS(GDP) Program viva voce Dental Council (ADC) until 31 December Plans for Convocation 2018 in Adelaide areExaminations were held in April 2018 2022 and by the Australian Medical firmly on track, with the scientific programwhere 9 candidates were successful and Council (AMC) until 31 March 2023 subject finalised (seven international speakerssubsequently admitted to Membership. to satisfying the ADC and AMC monitoring joining us!) and all speaker presentationThere are currently 64 candidates engaged requirements, including progress topics finalised. The Convocation dinnerwithin the program who are working reports and addressing accreditation at the Adelaide Zoo will prove to bethrough their core and elective modules. conditions. The College Education Team highlight. For the first time this year, aThe MGD/MRACDS(GDP) Conjoint was has developed an action plan to address special Life/Honorary Fellow packageheld on Sunday 18 March in Hong Kong accreditation conditions for 2018 and was created for those who only want tofor 5 candidates who were all successful. beyond, with oversight from the OMS attend certain aspects of the Convocation. Board of Studies. The College team has been busy withIn Specialist Dental Practice, the mid- a communications strategy to promoteyear conjoint examinations have been The Deloitte Access Economics Report on Convocation including targeting Asianheld with the Royal College of Surgeons ‘External review of the specialist medical markets. I look forward to seeing you all atof Edinburgh in Orthodontics and the colleges’ assessment of international Convocation!University of Western Australia in Oral medical graduates’ has been publishedMedicine, Paediatric Dentistry and on the Medical Board of Australia Recently, I passed my one year anniversaryPeriodontics. (MBA) website. This Report made at the College and have been reflecting on recommendations for Colleges to comply this year. Finally, I want to acknowledgeIn 2017, the College surveyed examiners with against the MBA’s Good Practice and thank my marvellous College Officeand lecturers about preferences for Guidelines and RACDS has already Team who are amazing, committedExaminer Recognition. Based on this implemented the requirements due by professionals working hard to make thesefeedback, we have developed an Examiner May 2018. achievements possible for the College.Recognition Program which will promotea consistent approach to examiner The College is proud to have recently Dr Karen Luxfordacknowledgement across the College. become a partner of the Rethink Sugary Chief Executive OfficerExaminer acknowledgement will include Drink alliance which is focussed on thedirect acknowledgement, College News amount of sugar in soft drinks and sugaryand Yearbook recognition as well as a lapel drink overconsumption, including targetedProf Zafar Ullah Chaudhry (President), Dr Karen Luxford, Mr Dr Jason Frank, Director Specialty Education, Royal CollegeHaldor Aamot and Prof Ambreen Afzal (Dean, Dental Faculty) of Physicians and Surgeons Canada, Dr Karen Luxford, Drfrom the College of Physicians & Surgeons, Pakistan Paul Beath, BOS Chair FRACDS(GDP) and Mr Haldor Aamot COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 5

GDP REGISTRAR, FELLOWSHIP (GDP) PROF LIZ MARTINI would like to take the opportunity to congratulate those new activities during the FEW. This opportunity provided the AdvisorsFellows who were successful in this year’s Final Examination for with experiences that they can use to further support candidateFellowship in General Dental Practice. A list of those candidates preparation for the Final Examinations.admitted to Fellowship follows this report. The College welcomesyou and hopes that you find your association with the College The Orientation Course was held for the first time at the new Sibylprofessionally fulfilling. Feedback from candidates has been very Centre at Women’s College, University of Sydney, Camperdownpositive in regard to the value of this experience in relation to their from 9 to 20 July. This two-week, intensive lecture series preparedprofessional development. candidates for the Primary Examinations of the College. The lecturers are renowned experts in their fields and presentThe Final Exam Workshop (FEW) was held at Westmead Hospital stimulating and relevant sessions in the disciplines of Anatomy,from 1 - 3 June. The workshop supported candidates for the Final Pathology, Physiology, Cell Biology and Biochemistry, Physiology,Examination by assisting them in their development of skills Histology and Pharmacology. The feedback from participants wasrequired to discuss diverse aspects of dentistry in an examination consistently positive, and even for those participants who do notsetting. These skills include locating appropriate literature to intend to present for the Primary Examination, the course presentssupport examination preparation, case presentation, essay writing, a clinical perspective and application of important basic scientificviva voce practice and discussion of treatment planning options knowledge for the practice of dentistry. The opportunity to developthat are essential for success in this clinically oriented examination. networks and enjoy collegiality with like-minded professionals isThe workshop, which comprised 21 Continuing Professional also a valuable part of the program, with 60 hours of recognisedDevelopment (CPD) hours, was delivered by invited presenters, CPD as an added incentive!Fellows and a number of Final Examiners, representing the generalsection and the three elective sections. I would like to take this The Primary Examinations will take place in late November/earlyopportunity to thank A/Prof Geoff Borlase who spent considerable December, with written papers conducted regionally, dependingtime reworking the program for this year, in addition to convening on candidate numbers and the viva voce examinations to be heldthe three days. I would also like to thank all the presenters and in Sydney, Hong Kong and Malaysia. For further information aboutfacilitators involved in the workshop for their efforts in supporting any College programs, please contact the Education team at thecandidates through this valuable experience in preparation for the College office.Final Examinations which will be held in Sydney in mid-January 2019. Prof Liz MartinFollowing a successful trial last year, Candidate Advisors from Registrar, Fellowship (GDP)the different Regional Committees were involved again in the6 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018

GDP REGISTRAR, MEMBERSHIP (GDP) DR CATHERINE PRINEASAfter a busy start to the first half of the candidates per year and the College has Drs Yiu Kai Wong(Vice-President (Generalyear with assessment rounds and CPD commenced advertising for 2019. Please Affairs & CPD)), Dr Bun Ka Yiu (CGD Chairman),Masterclasses, the MRACDS(GDP) Program make sure to promote in your practice and Prof Michael Burrow, Drs Wai Ming Haston Liuis looking to be quite eventful for 2018 with tell any colleagues that may be interested. (Immediate Past CGD Chairman), Kwing Hongthe forthcoming Convocation. There are 17 Roch Lee (Council Past President) and Chicandidates who have passed the viva voce CPD Hong Ng(MGD Chief Examiner)this year and are eligible to be inducted The College has been fortunate again thisas Members and there are currently 60 year to be able to run the CPD Masterclass Dr Brendan White with CPD class attendeescandidates enrolled in the program. weekends, gathering several of our regular expert presenters as well as some new faces. A/Prof John Dale with CPD class attendeesAssessment Round 1, 2018 Our CPD Masterclass days offer candidatesAssessment Round 1 commenced on an opportunity to come together in a smallFriday 9 March and ran for five consecutive group and participate in lively discussionsweekends. There were 33 candidates sitting on clinical scenarios, primarily based on the45 modules. Program’s core modules.Assessment Round 2, from Friday 1 June to The first CPD Masterclass of 2018 was heldFriday 29 June involved 18 candidates who on Friday 11 May and Saturday 12 May, 2018.were examined in 31 modules. The presentations focussed on Infection Control by Dr Brendan White and onViva voce Practice Management, Law, Ethics and RiskThe first viva voce Examination for 2018 Management by A/Prof John Dale, Dr Alextook place on Friday 6 April. 12 candidates Holden and Ms Marianne Nicole.presented for the exam and nine weresuccessful. Examiners were Drs Shalinie CPD Masterclasses were also held on FridayKing, Heather Cameron, Dimitra Mersinia 3 and Saturday 4 August. The presentationsand Erin Mahoney with Dr Lena Zhu, Chair were on Medical Emergencies by Mr Ianof Mentoring, observing. Cash, Diagnosis and Treatment Planning by A/Prof John Boucher and Therapeutics inThe second viva voce was held on Dentistry, Pain and Pain Management by DrFriday 27 July with Drs Shalinie King and Russell Vickers and Dr Rachel Shparberg.Nonie Polycarpou examining. There Please contact Education Officer MRACDSwere six candidates presenting and four (GDP), Ms Zara Khan, [email protected] forwere successful. Congratulations to the further details.successful candidates. In concluding, I would like to take thisHong Kong Conjoint Examination opportunity to thank the examiners,The Conjoint MGD(CDSHK) MRACDS(GDP) mentors and staff who contribute theirExamination 2018 was held in Hong Kong valuable time to this program, and to allon Friday 16 and Sunday 18 March for attending Convocation, convey my bestthose candidates who had failed one of wishes for an enjoyable and rewarding timethe components of the examination held in Adelaide.during August 2017. A total of 4 candidateswere examined and all successfully passed. Dr Catherine Prineas Registrar, Membership (GDP)MRACDS(GDP) Program, 2019EnrolmentsThe MRACDS (GDP) Program is nowaccepting enrolments for the 2019 cohort.The MRACDS (GDP) Program takes only 30 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 7

OMS OMS DR GEOFFREY FINDLAYThe Board of Studies (OMS) is pleased Education Committee 30 July – 2 August 2018 and theto advise that the RACDS OMS Training The Committee is chaired by Dr Scott accreditation report is currently beingProgram was granted full accreditation Borgna. All curriculum modules are to be drafted by the team.recently by the ADC, AMC, DCNZ, and reviewed by those with special interest orMCNZ. Following a media release the sub-specialisation in those areas during CPD Committeefull AMC report was published on their 2018. External advice will be sought to The Committee is chaired by A/Prof Brucewebsite at the end of May 2018. The BoS assist in developing a curriculum module Austin. A teleconference was held on 18through its various Committees continues for cultural competency. April 2018. A survey was sent to the fellowsto work towards meeting the accreditation to ascertain the utilisation of the collegerecommendations and conditions. The Research Sub-committee CPD tracker. 31.9% responded of whichinitial focus is to review a number of College Consideration will be given to moving the 45% use the college tracker. There are apolicies including: Reconsideration, Review, deadline of research proposals to OMS1 variety of other methods currently in useand Appeal Policy; College Complaints given that candidates may have completed by Fellows.Policy; and the Overseas Trained OMS the SST Examination prior to enteringSpecialist Assessment Policy. Blueprinting training. This may encourage more robust The College is required to report to AMCof the curriculum and assessments, research projects. the number of Fellows that are participatingincluding examination validation will also be and meeting the Colleges’ CPD4OMSundertaken with the guidance and advice Examinations Committee requirements annually. Correspondenceof the Australian Council for Education The Examinations Committee is chaired by has recently been sent to FellowsResearch (ACER). This will ensure that the Dr Julia Dando. The 2018 SST Examination requesting submission of a summary ofcondition set by the ADC for 2018 will be was held in Sydney at the Prince of Wales CPD activities over the last financial year tomet. Hospital on 25-26 May 2018. A validation allow for accurate reporting. method for the MCQ examinationHandbook Review was conducted under the guidance of Following release of accreditationThe Handbook was reviewed, updated and the Director of Education. Seventeen recommendations and conditions, the CPDreleased in March 2018. candidates presented for the examination committee will focus on the development of which ten were successful. Reports of a professional performance frameworkIn 2019 those who are eligible to apply for have been generated and provided to the addressing issues around Fellows that areentry to the RACDS OMS selection will also unsuccessful candidates. not compliant with their CPD requirementsbe eligible to sit the Surgical Sciences andTraining (SST) Examination. If candidates The 2018 Final Written Examination will be Selectionare successful prior to selection, no points held in regional centers on 13-14 August The Committee is chaired by A/Prof Jocelynwill be awarded for passing this exam on 2018. The 2018 Final Clinical Examination Shand. Selection was held on 21 July 2018their CV for the selection process. will be held in Melbourne on 7-8 September for entry to the training program in 2019. 2018 at St Vincent’s Hospital. Twelve successful candidates have beenLegal Protection of Reflective Notes and notified and we look forward to welcomingAssessments Accreditation Committee them to the program at Induction Day nextRecommendation was made to seek The Committee is chaired by Dr Jason year.legal protection of Trainee and Fellow’s Erasmus. The Accreditation visit wasreflective notes. These notes are a valuable conducted at the various centres in South Dr Geoffrey Findlaymethod of reviewing and improving Australia on 12 April 2018. The draft report Chair, Board of Studies - Oral &processes and procedures that may have was provided to stakeholders for review and Maxillofacial Surgerycontributed to poor outcomes for patients. the Accreditation Team is in the process ofThese notes can at present be utilised in preparing the Final Accreditation Report.court proceedings and have led to the The Queensland training centres have alsoderegistration of a doctor in the UK. undergone an accreditation visit from8 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018

Educational Symposium for the Victorian & Tasmanian Training Centre held at Monash Health in June 2018 WA and SA Panel Drs Alexander Bobinskas, Emma Lewis, Ms Karen Schaab, (Independent), A/Prof Paul Sambrook, Dr Andrew ChengOMS SST ExaminersFront row: Dr Samuel Kim (Coordinator), Dr Julia Dando(Registrar), A/Prof Martin Batstone, Drs Patrishia Bordbar andJohn HarrisonBack row: Drs Edward Hsu, Geoffrey Findlay, Ricky Kumar, NathanVujcich and Jason Koh NSW/ACT and WA Panel A/Prof Chris Griffiths (Independent), Drs Lydia Lim, Robert Witherspoon, Geoffrey Findlay, Lakshmi Ramalingam, Scott Borgna (Selection Co-ordinator), Benjamin GhalyVic/Tas and NZ PanelDr Christopher Poon, Diane Collins (Independent), A/Prof JocelynShand, Drs Thasvir Singh and Christopher Sealey COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 9

SDP REGISTRAR (SDP) CLINICAL A/PROF NEIL PEPPITT2018 has seen many specialists become eligible for The SDP Boards of Studies often provide invaluable adviceAdmission to Membership. on various consultation areas and I specifically thank them for their input in an unseen case consultation recently.Each year the College holds a conjoint examination inOrthodontics with the Royal College of Surgeons of The second half of 2018 will be busy for SDP, withEdinburgh, and I am pleased to report a 100% pass rate for examinations taking place throughout Australasia. I wish allRACDS candidates in May 2018 (Edinburgh). The successful candidates the best in this important career milestone.candidates of MOrth RCSEd/MRACDS (Orth) were:• Dr Iman AL RAHBI (UK) Upcoming SDP Events• Dr Justin KEARNEY (UK)• Dr Megan DAVIS (UK) Enrolments for end-of-year conjoint examinations (Universities)I must extend significant gratitude to the RACDS examiners Applications close 1 September 2018Adj A/Prof James Hawkins and Dr David Birnie. MOrthRCSEd/MRACDS(Orth) – AdelaidePreparations for the annual SDP Membership Examinations 19 – 21 November 2018are in progress and 2018 will see two candidates for Applications close 31 August 2018Membership. I wish these candidates the best of luck asthey strive for excellence in their profession and hope to If you are interested in finding out more about pathways towelcome them into the College later this year. Fellowship or Membership in Specialist Dental Practice, you are encouraged to contact Ms Rachel Introna, ExaminationsThe 2018 mid-year Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) and Assessment Officer at [email protected]. Until nextExaminations with Australian and New Zealand Universities time, I wish you a safe and prosperous year.are underway with 100% of candidates successful inachieving Membership in their specialities (at time of Clin A/Prof Neil Peppittwriting). I would like to extend appreciation to the RACDS Registrar, Specialist Dental Practicenominated examiners for their contribution: Dr Sue ChingYeoh (UWA Oral Med), Dr Soni Stephen (UWA Paed) and DrMahnaz Syed (UWA Perio). The candidates will be admittedto Membership upon receiving evidence of postgraduatecourse completion.10 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018

CICCENSOR-IN-CHIEF DR WARREN SHNIDERMemores acti prudentes future...* other assessment practices. In this respect MRACDS(GDP) the Education Policy Board has authority James Jeffrey COOKE (NSW)In line with the College's strategic focus to develop and regulate all educational Trupta DESAI (NSW)area of Enhancing education leadership and examination activities as delegated Siu Hing FU (Hong Kong)and professionalisim, the (new) Education by Council. The Board will report and is Vivek JAIN (New Zealand)Policy Board (EPB) was promulgated by accountable to Council. Augustine U Jun KIM (NSW)act of Council at the February meeting. Girish NANOO SASIDHARAN (TAS)The new EPB is comprised of: The Boards objectives include to: Prathayini PUVANAKUMAR (VIC)Those with voting rights: • maintain quality assurance of all Visalakshi Lakshmanan VEERAPPAN (New1. Censor in Chief Zealand)2. President – Elect educational and examination activities Ahmed WAHBA (NSW)3. Council Member • monitor, evaluate and advise on Andrew Robin YOUNG (VIC)4. Internal Subject Matter Expert (Fellow/Member) outcomes of educational and MRACDS(Endo)5. Internal Subject Matter Expert (Fellow/ examination activities Margot Elizabeth ANDERSON (QLD)Member) • develop educational standards and Christine Elizabeth PREMDAS-ROGERS (NSW)And others without: policy which guide the delivery and Assil RUSSELL (New Zealand)6. External Subject Matter Expert examination of Membership and7. External Subject Matter Expert Fellowship programs MRACDS(DPH)8. Director of Education • provide oversight of the overall Shau Huei Denise FUNG (Hong Kong)One of the internal Subject Matter Experts assessment and examination approach Kwong Shing LIU (Hong Kong)will be occupied by one of the College • maintain best practice in educationRegistrars, and the Registrars will rotate standards MRACDS(OralMed)through this position for each term of the • advise Council on partnership Michael Anthony STUBBS (VIC)Board. Dr Chris Callahan (Council Member) arrangements and Memoranda ofwas appointed as the inaugural Chair of Understanding with other education MRACDS(Orth)the Board. providers, associations and societies . Melinda Elizabeth BARVA (SA) Vanessa Margaret HAWKINS (NSW)At the end of the agenda item, the *mindful of things done, aware of things John (Mike) Michele RAZZA (WA)Education Policy Committee was thanked to come...for their work in fleshing out the new EPB MRACDS(Paed)and then the Committee was dissolved. Since the last College News the following Venkatesh Sirnivasan BHARDWAJ (NSW)The EPB had their proverbal skates on at Fellows/Members have been admitted to Maansi JUNEJA (NSW)their first meeting on 09 May 2018 with the RACDS. Aravind PARACHURU VENKATA (Newno less than 21 papers attached to the Zealand)agenda. The terms of Reference of the Admissions to Fellowshipnew EPB were accepted: and Membership MRACDS(Perio)The Education Policy Board provides Nima KIANOUSH (NSW)and oversees the College’s framework of 1st March 2018 to 31st July 2018 Paul Leo MCHUGH (SA)policies, structures, relationships, systems Irma Hoi Yum SHUM (Hong Kong)and processes that collectively provide FRACDS(OMS)leadership to and oversight of the College’s Ramon Starke BABA (WA) MRACDS(Pros)academic activities including dental Frank Sheng-Chun CHANG (WA) Robert Erwin SANTOSA (NSW)education, training, examination and all Ghada SOLIMAN (NSW) FRACDS(GDP) Mohd Asmawardi ABDULLAH (Malaysia) Dr Warren Shnider Christopher Chin-Leong LEE (VIC) Censor-in-Chief Rubinderan MUTHUSAMY (Malaysia) COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 11

REGIONAL REPORTSNEW SOUTH WALES/ACT SOUTH AUSTRALIA/ Several members of the local NORTHERN TERRITORY committee recently met withCollegiality has always been an members of the College’s Convocationimportant part of the journey. The After our successful first Meet and Organising Committee who were inannual dinner is an event designed Greet event, the Regional Committee Adelaide where Convocation will beto strengthen these bonds and this met in regards to the AGM and Annual held next month. It certainly seemsyear, the Regional Committee decided Dinner which will be a combined that it will be another great eventto include candidates on our guest second event for 2018. and of course Adelaide is a fantasticlist to reach out to the wider College venue to visit for wine, food and socialcommunity. This was a successful It was decided to hold these events entertainment!initiative that helped increase together at Cliché Restaurant in Northparticipation to further promote the Adelaide at 5.45pm on Thursday, We look forward to seeing manyCollege values. 30th of August 2018. Drinks will Fellows and Members attend. start the event followed by the AGM,The dinner at Restaurant Hubert then dinner followed by a seminar. Our local treasurer and candidateprovided an amazing atmosphere The venue is excellent for a seminar advisor, Dr Alan Mann, attendedwith scarlet drapes and fringed lamps presentation and this year Prof Michael the Fellowship workshop in Sydneythrowing out a rosy glow. The service Burrow (prosthodontist), originally from recently and was very pleased withcontributed as much to the dining Adelaide and now living in Hong the discussions which took place.experience as the food, with bow-tied Kong, will speak on some very excitingwaiters carrying huge shared platters. topics. Michael’s qualifications are We hope that the up-coming dinner outstanding – BDS, MDS, PhD, DDSc, and Convocation will enable manyA/Prof Neil Peppitt entertained the MEd, FRACDS, MRACDS (Pros), FICD. Fellows and Members to reconnectaudience with his brilliant account He has a wide variety of research with colleagues in SA. The RACDS is aon the past, present and future of interests and projects and he has most worthy organisation but its worthdentistry. This theme of Back to the consented to interactively share his is dependent on those who involve atFuture will be carried into our next knowledge with us in a relaxed after a local level and who participate in theScientific Day which, we are busy dinner format. different and varied events that areorganising. This is expected to be held held each year.on Friday the 9 August 2019 (please Cliché’s food is fantastic and thesave the date). room very conducive to Fellowship Dr Dale Gerke discussion (both social and clinical). Chair, SA/NT Regional CommitteeWe were so honoured to have We will provide some excellent winesour Inaugural Fellow, Prof Norton at dinner. The Committee sincerelyDuckmanton, toast the Queen. urges all Fellows and Members in SAHis energy and commitment to to attend this last local event for 2018.the College was inspiring. ProfDuckmanton had just previouslyattended a prosthodontic meetingin Melbourne. Even though his flightto Sydney had been delayed, he stillmanaged to make the dinner. In fact,he was sharing his stories with us alluntil the late hours of the evening.Our Regional Committee would liketo pay tribute to all the people behindthe scenes, without whom, this eventwould not have been made possible.In particular, our College Events &Communications Manager, CaitlinConnolly, Office Assistant, MarieMcGowan and Executive Assistant,Maryann Walsh. Thank you.Dr Peter Mansour Ms Esmeralda Mola, Prof Norton Duckmanton and Dr Dimitra MersiniaChair, NSW Regional Committee12 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018

REGIONAL REPORTSVICTORIA/TASMANIAThe Vic/Tas Regional Committee commenced its Final Year Dental Student Tutorial Program on 5 March. 60 students fromMelbourne and LaTrobe Universities participated in the program. Twenty plus lectures are given throughout the year toassist students in the clinical and examination aspects of their studies.The Vic/Tas Regional AGM and Annual Dinner were held successfully on Friday 20 July at Woodward Conference Centre.Over 50 colleagues and partners joined the function and had a great time catching up. This year’s dinner presentation wasabout effective communication. Dr Di McGreal, a clinical psychologist, gave a highly interactive presentation on the art ofverbal communication and body language and it was very well received.This year, the Committee changes its way to support Primary Exam candidates by organising a more casual ‘meet & greet’forum which will allow candidates to connect and share ideas. The forum will be held in September.November will be an exciting month for the region. Social drinks will be held on Friday, 9 November at the WoodwardConference Centre. This will be a great opportunity for Fellows, Members and candidates to catch up and mingle overdrinks and nibbles. On the following day, an MRACDS forum and FRACDS Final Exam tutorial will be running concurrently tosupport candidates for their exam preparation.Dr Claudia YungChair, Vic/Tas Regional CommitteeDr Di McGreal, a clinical psychologist, sharing the art of verbal communication and body language with attendees.Drs Andrew Young, Bill Besly and Michael Wylie COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 13

REGIONAL REPORTSNEW ZEALAND QUEENSLANDThe NZ Regional Committee is committed to providing The Queensland Regional Committee look forward to theiran informative educational programme at its Study Day in Annual Dinner which is being held at the Queen’s Ballroom,Wellington on 27 October. Further details will be available soon, Hilton Hotel, Brisbane on Saturday, 11 August.please check the College website. There will be a presentation by Emeritus Prof. Alastair GossThe College is holding a luncheon during the New Zealand on Contemporary Dental Management of Patients on BoneDental Association (NZDA) annual conference in Auckland Antiresorptive Medication. We look forward to seeing youon Saturday, 18 August. Several members of the Regional there. For further details, go to the College website or contactCommittee will be attending in addition to the College President, Dr Unni Pillai at [email protected] Patrick Russo and CEO, Dr Karen Luxford. We look forwardto meeting up with many of our local Fellows and Members Dr Unni Pillaiand particularly any candidates. All are very welcome. Chair, QLD Regional CommitteeDr Erin MahoneyChair, NZ Regional CommitteeWESTERN AUSTRALIAOn behalf of the Western Australian Regional Committee, it is my esteemed pleasure to report on our activities for the firsthalf of the year. The formal activities for 2018 commenced in March with a new Fellows and Members welcome function,which was once again held at the luxurious surrounds of the Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club. We had the opportunity toappropriately acknowledge the efforts of Dr Annabelle Shalders, the recipient of the KJ Sutherland Medal, awarded to thecandidate who scored the highest mark in the general dentistry examination of the Final Examinations conducted earlierthis year in January.The Annual RACDS Scientific Day has been universally heralded as a resounding success, with the meeting over-subscribedwith 212 registered delegates. The program titled, Kids' Teeth, Kid’s Trauma and the Tortuous Journey of a New Kids’ Hospitaland featured paediatric dentist Prof Monty Duggal from the University of Singapore as the keynote speaker. Prof Duggalcertainly educated and entertained us today with his profound knowledge and insights from the fields of dental traumatologyand paediatric dentistry. He has been very well supported by our local speakers, Drs Peter Ricciardo, Chris Wholley and JohnWinters, all of whom contributed excellent lecture presentations that resonated with all delegates in attendance. I would liketo formally acknowledge the exemplary vision and foresight of our College President, Dr Patrick Russo, and the generoussupport of College Office in the provision of a financial grant to assist in defraying the costs of attendance of the UWAFinal Year DMD Student cohort at our Scientific Day. The grant was material in ensuring that the DMD Students were ableto attend our meeting, to learn and experience first-hand the many benefits of becoming a Fellow and/or Member of theCollege. As a region, we hope to continue to partner with the College Office on this crucial initiative for many years to come.The Australian Dental Student Association (ADSA) Annual Convention was convened in Perth in early July. The Collegewas well represented with presentations delivered by Drs Andrew Bochenek, Janina Christoforou, Amanda Phoon Nguyen,Raymond Lam, John Watson, and Peter Gregory.The Regional Committee will be once again hosting a Candidates Advisory Function in August, and a number of ourmembers will graciously avail themselves to provide examination and viva preparation support for our Primary and FinalsExamination candidates.The success of our annual program is underpinned by the tireless efforts and unwavering commitment of the WA RegionalCommittee members. This group of extraordinary individuals give freely of their time, without expectation of recognitionor reward. I would like to acknowledge our committee members; Drs Peter Mack, Phil Cockerill, Andrew Bochenek, JaninaChristoforou, Raymond Lam, Ahmed Saleh, Amanda Phoon Nguyen, and Andrew Savundra. Dr Dina Papas, Dr John Watson,and Dr Peter Gregory performed the majority of the administrative oversight for the organisation of our Scientific Day,from contacting and securing speakers, to reviewing venue options and hotel contracts, delegate registration, menu andtable seating options etc. We are deeply indebted to these three individuals in particular, for their incredible service, andtheir dedication to excellence and attention to detail in every matter. As a region, we benefit greatly from their stewardshipand their devotion to our profession. It has been a wonderful privilege to work alongside this remarkable group and I lookforward to continuing my service to you.Dr Sivabalan VasudavanChair, WA Regional Committee14 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018

WA SCIENTIFIC MEETING 2018 REPORTThe annual RACDS WA annual scientific meeting was held on Friday, 29 June Prof Monty Duggal2018 at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Perth. The draw of an international speaker of the Dr Chris Wholleyquality of Prof Monty Duggal, currently at Singapore University, and extensivemarketing by the local committee saw the number of delegates attending, blowout beyond 200.The quality of the presentations was outstanding from all speakers. Prof Duggalgave lectures on:• the management of Periodontal injuries to young incisors• pulpal injuries to young permanent incisors• the legacy of severe trauma in children and adolescents• approaches to restorative dentistry in children.Monty’s depth and breadth of knowledge of Paediatric Dentistry, coupled with hisinimitable style ensured an entertaining and highly informative series of lecturesfrom our headline speaker. Monty was ably supported by three local speakers ofwhom the region can be justifiably proud. Dr Chris Wholley lectured on Dento-facial growth, Trauma and Orthodontics. Dr John Winters gave a fascinating rundown on the Tortuous Journey of the New Perth Children’s Hospital. Dr PeterRicciardo rounded out the day discussing the Presentation and Management ofTrauma in the Growing Population.This year the committee were lucky to have the generous sponsorship of 3MAustralia. The company was represented by Mr Stephen Langdon and Ms WendyWalker who attended the meeting and set up a trade display for the delegates.The WA Regional Committee were able to offer free registration to all 52 of theUWA final year dental students who were kindly given permission to attend byHead of School, Prof Camile Farah. The students were given a short talk aboutthe College and the various pathways to Fellowship and Membership by CollegePresident, Dr Patrick Russo, and local Chairperson, Dr Siva Vasudavan during thelunch interval.Dr Patrick Russo also closed the meeting, praising the quality of the speakers andthe organisational efforts of the WA Regional Committee.The Regional AGM was held immediately following the scientific program andthe annual regional dinner at the University Club was attended by 26 Fellows,Members and partners.Dr John WatsonSecretary, WA Regional CommitteeAttendees at the Scientific Meeting in Pan Pacific Hotel, Perth. COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 15

QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY HONOURS 2018On behalf of Council, Dr David Sykes OAMFellows and Members,congratulations to Dr David St Ives, NSWSykes OAM, Dr Gerard For appointment of a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) inCondon AM and Shane Fryer recognition and high praise for significant service to dentistry,OAM who were recognised particularly in prosthodontics. Dr Sykes has contributed toin the 2018 Queen's Birthday the College as the President in 2014-2016, Councillor sinceList. 2006 and served on a range of committees including the CPD Committee and the NSW Regional Committee. Dr Gerard Condon AM Castlemaine, VIC Who was appointed to the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to dentistry through executive roles with professional bodies at state and national level. Dr Condon has also contributed to the College as an Examiner in GDP. Dr Shane Fryer OAM Wollongong, NSW For appointment of a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in recognition and high praise for significant service to dentistry over many years. Dr Fryer has also contributed to the College as a member of the NSW Regional Committee and the Board of Studies (Orthodontics).ACADEMIC PRIZE WINNERS 2017The University of Melbourne (shared between) Griffith University The University of AdelaideKaya Kapusta, Melissa Jong, Aimee Liu, Davinder Singh Michael PrevinKevin Shen Yee Lee and Sankar Manchella The University of Melbourne academic prize-winners: Kaya Kapusta, Melissa Jong, Aimee Liu, Kevin Shen Yee Lee with Dr Patrick Russo and Prof Mike Morgan16 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018

EXAMINERS FRACDS(GDP) - Final Examination A/Prof Geoffrey BorlaseRECOGNITION Dr Alan Broughton Prof Michael BurrowPROGRAM Dr Heather Cameron Dr Stephen CoxServing as an examiner for the Dr Danny HoRACDS is a high achievement, Dr Omar Ikramdeserving of ongoing recognition. A/Prof Alexandra JonesFor the success of the College’s Prof Nigel Kingeducational examination and Prof Richard Loganassessment programs, the Dr Peter Salamehinvolvement of high calibre Dr Sergio Salisexaminers is essential. Dr Smitha Sukumar Dr Geoffrey YoungIn September 2017, a consultation Dr Lara Friedlanderwas initiated with 236 past and Dr Erin Mahoneypresent examiners. A rangeof comments were received. FRACDS(OMS) - Surgical Science and Training ExaminationThe College has considered Dr Julia Dandothe feedback and is pleasedto introduce an Examiner A/Prof Martin BatstoneRecognition Program that will Dr Samuel Kimprovide a consistent approach Dr John Harrisonto recognition across all College Dr Ricky Kumarexamination programs. Dr Nathan VujcichIn each edition of the College Dr Geoffrey FindlayNews, examiners involved in Dr Patrishia Bordbarexaminations or assessmentswill be listed. Thank you to these Dr Edward Hsuexaminers, your efforts are greatly Dr Jason Kohvalued and appreciated. MRACDS(GDP) Dr James Talbot Dr Claudia Yung Dr Felicia Valianatos Dr Nonie Polycarpou A/Prof John Dale Dr Angus Kingon Dr Paul Hagley Dr Peter Mansour A/Prof John Boucher Dr Erin Mahoney Dr Aovana Timmerman Dr Shalinie King Dr Heather Cameron Dr Dimitra Mersinia MRACDS(SDP) Dr David Birnie - MOrthRCSEd/MRACDS(Orth) Adj A/Prof James Hawkins - MOrthRCSEd/MRACDS(Orth) Dr Sue-Ching Yeoh - MRACDS (Oral Medicine) conjointly with UWA Dr Syed Mahnaz - MRACDS (Periodontics) conjointly with UWA Dr Soni Stephen - MRACDS (Paediatric Dent) conjointly with UWA COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 17

Oral Health Promotion in Vanuatu This article came about following a formal request from Dr Barry Stewart to quote the College’s motto, “Let knowledge conquer disease” in the introduction of his report on the National Oral Health Survey (NOHS), Vanuatu 2017 due for release in October 2018.Dr Barry Stewart National Oral Health Survey of Vanuatu (NOHS) Vanuatu is a South Pacific nation of around 280,000 people, spread overMDSc (Melb), FRACDS 800 kilometres north to south across more than 60 inhabited islands. The inspiration to lead a NOHS in Vanuatu arose following several visits over the past few years as a volunteer dentist with Medical Sailing Ministries (MSM) http://msm.org.au/ and the Presbyterian Church of Vanuatu (PCV) Health http://pcvhealth.org/ beginning with the first visit in June 2013. The survey, based on World Health Organisation (WHO) methodology (Oral Health Surveys, Basic Methods, Fifth Edition, 2013), was undertaken by trained volunteers, including dentists, dental therapists, dental nurses, and many other supporters from Australia, Vanuatu, and NZ. The findings from the survey are currently undergoing statistical analysis prior to the NOHS Report, including recommendations, being submitted to the Vanuatu Ministry of Health to assist in formulating a National Oral Health Policy. Noticeable observations from the survey were a high caries prevalence, especially in young children in urban areas, and high visible plaque and gingival bleeding across all survey age groups throughout the archipelago.Onboard the 53 foot yacht, Chimere, with Dr Given that dental plaque plays a significant role in theSamual Alex (left), and PCV Health workers, Bob aetiology of both major oral diseases, the “Gudfala Tut Skul(right), Morinda and Dick Projek” (i.e.,“Healthy Teeth School Project\") was introduced18 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 20188

For more information on these studies, readers are invited to visit the MSM and PCV Health websites or contact Dr Barry Stewart at: [email protected] a trial basis at Central School in Port Vila extending Grade 1 children at Vila Central SchoolApril to August 2017. Children in Grades 1, 6 and 9 enthusiastically brushing prior to formal class(corresponding to three of the WHO age groups room activitiesincluded in oral health surveys) were included in anoral health trial with two main objectives:1. Introduce a supervised tooth brushing program on a trial basis.2. Gauge response to a trial fluoride toothpaste formulated from local ingredients of around 70% by weight of cold-pressed coconut oil and calcium carbonate. The trial toothpaste was available in three flavours.Supervised Brushing Trial - Results to DateThere was a statistically significant reduction inplaque scores between weeks 1 and 2 of the trial, andoverwhelming acceptance of all three flavours of thefluoride toothpaste by the children and over 40 adults,who sampled the toothpaste at the local market.Plaque and bleeding scores will be re-evaluated at theend of the trial in July.Coconut oil and profuse amounts of dead coral(essentially calcium carbonate) are found on manybeaches in Vanuatu. These materials are currentlyundergoing testing as potential resources for localproduction of toothpaste. The vision of these studies,together with the manufacture of tooth brushes fromlocal bamboo, is to use local materials and profitsfrom sales of these oral health products to offer self-sustainable tooth brushing programs in all schoolsthroughout Vanuatu. CCOOLLLLEEGGEENNEEWWSS IISSSSUUEE 0022 2200118 19

New MembershipBENEFITS GUESTLECTURER SERIESThere have been two Guest Lecturer events held Dr Ann Collinsso far, whereby visiting international academicsare engaged to deliver a presentation on cuttingedge research and clinical work. We held the firstof our new series in Sydney and the second inBrisbane. This series is available to all Fellows andMembers via video recordings on our Collegewebsite.Our first guest lecturer was Prof StephenFeinberg who was visiting Australia from theUniversity of Michigan. Prof Feinberg delivered afascinating talk on the role of tissue engineering& regenerative medicine in oral and craniofacialreconstruction to an engaged audience. The MCon the night was Dr Ann Collins. Attendees at the Sydney lecture eventProf Stephen Feiberg and Dr Karen Luxford Drs Peter Vickers and Malcolm Lyttle20 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018

The College is focused on delivering value to our members across all regions,local and global and has recently introduced two complimentary services...In May, Dr Ove Peters, Director of Endodontic Research from the University of the Pacific, delivered afascinating talk on Apical Periodontitis in Brisbane. Thanks are extended to Prof Ian Meyers for beingour MC for the night.Dr Ove Peters delivered speech in Brisbane Attendees at Dr Ove Peters lecture event ONLINE Since introducing a free online journal service for the JOURNALS College, over 440 have signed up. The journal service by ClinicalKey provides Dentistry and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery collections including: • Over 30 book titles and 23 journal titles including the Journal of Dentistry and the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery • Over 1900 medical and surgical videos and 10,000+ images • AMH drug monographs • Clinical Guidelines and more We hope that this new service will support your online searching of evidence-based information for your ongoing learning. If you have not yet signed up, contact the College at [email protected]. CCOOLLLLEEGGEENNEEWWSS IISSUE 02 2018 21

Young DentistsORIENTATION COURSE REVIEW - ALEX KHOMINSKYThe 2018 Orientation Course was attended by 100 candidates and by all accounts was hugely successful. Below is areport from Dr Alex Khominsky, a candidate attending the 2018 July RACDS Orientation Course for Primary Examination.What an intense, interactive and stimulating fortnight!In retrospect, I don’t think anyone who attended the Orientation Course for Primary Examinations could have imaginedthe journey that they were about to embark upon. For most, it has motivated and sharpened our minds to undertake thePrimary Examinations this year or next, and for a few, it may have scared them away, but I think I can speak for all, the coursemade us acutely aware of our deficiencies in knowledge!Held in the newly constructed Sibyl Centre of the Women’s College at Sydney University, approximately 100 young (of heartat the very least) dentists came together to listen, learn and interact with some of the best in the profession. Returning to thecore of any health profession, we started the process of re-engaging with the sciences that are the underlying foundationof all clinical dentistry. Over the two weeks, we covered Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Physiology, Histology, Pathology,Microbiology and Anatomy to various depths of knowledge, and most importantly, with a completely new perspective ofhow to approach understanding and appreciating the importance of these topics.The course encompassed a smorgasbord of dentists from all parts of Australia and New Zealand, Hong Kong and furtherabroad in the Asia-Pacific region. It was amazing to hear the different stories and dental journeys that brought us heretogether, from those hoping to challenge themselves and broaden their horizons, to those already on their path tomaxillofacial surgery and seeking to be part of the solution for health injustices in the Indigenous population, to those ontheir path towards specialisations, and to those with the buddying tendencies for research and considering PhDs. Anotherexperience of the course, that transcended all nationalities and backgrounds as dentists, was how incredible it was to havetwo weeks of regular morning and afternoon teas and lunches (many thanks to the catering staff for feeding our bruisedand battered minds).Personally, the Orientation Course and the Primary Exam seemed a logical step after completing my undergraduate dentistryand research at the University of Adelaide in 2017. A RACDS Fellowship for me represents not only a commitment to learningand education, but also a commitment to not becoming complacent and applying new-found knowledge in order to benefitpatients. My clinical and research interests currently lie in the areas of Periodontics, Special Needs and Oral Medicine, andin the future, I hope to gain more experience in these fields and find a balance between the clinical, research and academia.Many thanks to Charlotte Anneveld and to the incredible minds and personalities of presenters and lecturers.Returning to Melbourne, I am very thankful to have had the privilege to have learnt from such high calibre educators, andalso been able to meet, socialise and create what I hope to be life-long friendships from others in the profession.Orientation Course at the newly refurbished Women’s College Denny Luo, Elizabeth Land, Ashoka Lathif andat Sydney University Alex Khominsky (author)22 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018

Young DentistsORIENTATION COURSE WINNER - MAXIM MILOSEVICCongratulations to Maxim Milosevic, a final year dental Maxim and volunteers at Share the Dignitystudent at James Cook University, who won the inauguralRACDS 2018 Primary Examination Orientation CourseScholarship.Applicants were required to submit a letter outlining in800 words why they are pursuing a pathway to RACDSFellowship, any notable accomplishments they achievedwhile completing their primary dental qualification, as wellas their plans for the future of their career in dentistry.Thank you to the judging panel who considered over 30applications before selecting Maxim as the winner.The scholarship was open for application from all majordental student associations across Australia (ADSA and allUniversity student bodies), New Zealand, and Asia.Maxim is keen to enrol in the Orientation Course in 2019.A little about Maxim...Maxim is from Canberra originally but has spent the lastfour years in Cairns for his studies. He is on placement atthe Mackay Base Hospital Dental Clinic, and will be placedin Hobart for the second half of the year. In March hetravelled to Sri Lanka for a month-long elective placementin oral medicine, pathology and surgery. YOUNG DENTIST CONFERENCEThe College was well represented at the Young Dentist Conference 2018 held on 11-12 May in Sydney. The conferenceprovided an excellent opportunity for Councillor, Clinical A/Prof Richard Widmer and RACDS Director of Education, MrHaldor Aamot, to inform young dentists who are in the early stages of their careers about the educational offerings availableat the College.A complimentary registration giveaway was run on social media with a terrific response.The lucky winners were Dr Justin Phang and Dr Farhana Pethani who are pictured below with Mr Haldor Aamot and A/ProfRichard Widmer. COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 23

Young DentistsAUSTRALIAN DENTAL STUDENTS ASSOCIATION The Australian Dental Student’s Association held their Convention in Perth, Western Australia from 1 – 7 July 2018. Through its sponsorship and engagement, the College was able to speak to many dental students about the possibilities for career progression and additional academic achievement beyond University. It was fantastic to see many prospective Fellows and Members already thinking about striving for excellence after graduation. Dr Janina Christoforou co-ordinated a successful ‘Mock viva voce’ Workshop on Tuesday 2 July 2018 which gave approximately 40 final-year students valuable insight into the RACDS Primary Examinations, and what to expect in a viva voce style exam. Positive feedback was received about this workshop and we would like to thank the facilitators for volunteering their valuable time – Dr Janina Christoforou, Dr May Lam, A/Prof Peter Mack, Dr Jennifer Martins, Dr Amanda Phoon, Dr Hamish Mackie and Dr John McGeachie. Dr Raymond Lam, previous Chair of the WA Regional Committee, presented at the Career Development Evening on Tuesday 2 July with a personal account of his journey to Fellowship. The thoughtful presentation was engaging and provided the audience with insight into the personal benefits of becoming a Fellow, in addition to academic achievement. Finally, the Tradeshow on Wednesday 3 July provided a great opportunity for Drs John Watson, Peter Gregory and Ms Rachel Introna to answer questions about pathways to Membership and Fellowship and give away advertising and merchandise materials. The enthusiasm and interest from students was encouraging to see. The RACDS would like to thank the WA Regional Committee and Dr Peter Gregory for assisting with the ADSA Convention. Congratulations to ADSA for a successful convention. Workshop group facilitated by Dr May Lam Dr Peter Gregory, Ms Rachel Introna and Dr John24 COLLEGE NEWS ISSUE 02 2018 Watson at the ADSA Tradeshow

COUNCILLORS OUT AND ABOUT FELLOWS IN DENVER ADC MELBOURNEFour Fellows found themselves in Denver at the American Dr Chris Callahan attended the opening of the new ADCAssociation of Endodontists (AAE) meeting in the last week facilities in Melbourne and was most impressed.of April 2018. The AAE meets every year and presentsLeading Edge technology for those interested in the fieldof Endodontics. This year the focus was on irrigationtechniques and activation of irrigants and the interpretationof cone beam radiography.A/Prof Peter DuckmantonCouncil MemberFour Fellows - Dr Ksenia Fedorova from Vancouver Canada, ADC President Deb Cockrell, RACDS Councillor Dr ChrisA/Prof Peter Duckmanton, RACDS Councillor, Prof Christine Callahan and ADC CEO Narelle Mills.Sedgley, Head of Endodontics and Program Director at theOregon Health Sciences University and Dr Marcus Yan,Endodontist, Sydney. HILTON ADELAIDE To Register: 20 - 23 September 2018 P: +61 2 9265 0700 E: [email protected] W: racds2018.com.au 6 20+ 7 global 17+ experts interactive speakers CPD Pointsmasterclasses CCOOLLLLEEGGEENNEEWWSS IISSSSUUEE 0022 2200118 25

UPCOMING 2018College Events College NZ Luncheon Date & Time: Saturday 18 August 2018, 12:30pm - 2:00pm Location: Gusto at the Grand, Sky City, Auckland Cost: $75 AUD/NZ Who Can Attend: College Fellows, Members, Candidates and their partners Registration Form: www.racds.org/nzluncheon SA/NT Annual Dinner and General Meeting Date & Time: Thursday 30 August 2018 at 5:45pm (Welcome Drinks) 6:15pm start for AGM, 6:45 start for dinner Location: Cliché Exhibition Restaurant, 26 O'Connell St, North Adelaide Menu: 3 Course Menu (French Cuisine) Cost: $99 per person Dress: Black Tie Registration Form: https://www.racds.org/santagm NSW Primary Exam Tutorials Date & Time: 13 - 14 October 2018 9:00am - 5:00pm Location: RACDS - 13/37 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Cost: $550 for the two days Registration Form: www.racds.org/nswprimarytut NZ Study Day Date: Saturday 27 October 2018 Location: Wellington Vic/Tas Social Drinks and MRACDS Forum Date: 9 - 10 November 2018 Location: VIC/TAS NSW Final Exam Tutorials Date & Time: 10 - 11 November 2018 9:00am - 3:30pm Location: RACDS - 13/37 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Cost: $300 for the two days Registration Form: www.racds.org/nswfinaltut