To simplify rubber dam isolation by providing practical, real-world techniques that can be implemented immediately in clinical practice. This session aims to increase clinician confidence, improve efficiency and demonstrate how predictable isolation can enhance restorative outcomes while reducing the stress and frustration often associated with rubber dam use.

This talk aims to explain: • The background and reasons for the guidance change • The types of patients who should be considered for antibiotic prophylaxis • The dental procedure for which antibiotic prophylaxis will need to be considered • The antibiotic prophylaxis regimens to use • The risks posed by different dental procedures and the risks and benefits of antibiotic prophylaxis

In this segment, Ramin Torkizadeh will share his experience of pursuing a non-traditional route into private dentistry following graduation. Drawing on his journey of working in private practice in London early in his career, he will discuss the opportunities, challenges and key decisions that shaped his professional development. Attendees will gain insight into building clinical confidence outside the conventional pathway, developing a personal brand, creating professional networks, and identifying opportunities for growth in the private sector. This session aims to provide a realistic perspective on alternative career routes and help young dentists evaluate the pathways available to them as they begin their careers.

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To provide an introduction to dental clinical photography covering camera set up and best practices with retraction.

To provide delegates with a contemporary and practical understanding of gingival aesthetics, enabling confident assessment, treatment planning and decision-making for aesthetic periodontal concerns, with a focus on crown lengthening surgery and gingival recession management.

CPD topics: A B C D (all covered) Medical aesthetics represents one of the fastest-growing sectors in healthcare, offering dental professionals an opportunity to expand their skill set, diversify practice income and provide complementary facial aesthetic treatments for their patients. However, knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. This session provides a practical six-month roadmap for successfully introducing medical aesthetics into a dental practice. Covering everything from training and regulation through to treatment selection, pricing, patient acquisition and service delivery, attendees will gain a realistic understanding of what it takes to launch and grow an aesthetic offering. Drawing on personal experience of transitioning from dentistry into a thriving aesthetics business, Dr Bethany Rossington will share lessons learned, common pitfalls, commercial insights and strategies for building a sustainable and reputable aesthetic practice.

To demonstrate how digital and conventional workflows can be combined safely for post-endodontic restorations, and to discuss whether intraoral scanning of prepared root canals can provide clinically acceptable post fit under controlled conditions.

Intra Oral scanning is rapidly becoming the clinical standard, reshaping how dental teams diagnose, plan and deliver care. This session provides a clear, practical exploration of why digital scanners now sit at the heart of modern dentistry and how they enhance accuracy, efficiency and patient experience. Through real world examples and evidence based insights, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how scanning supports predictable outcomes, strengthens communication and unlocks opportunities for advanced services such as aligners, smile design and digital monitoring. Whether new to digital workflows or looking to optimise existing systems, participants will leave with the knowledge and confidence to integrate Intra Oral scanning in a way that elevates both clinical delivery and the overall patient journey.

The session will cover topics that often get over looked at different points of your career, from knowing how to apply for certain jobs, knowing how to select the right job and the importance of financial literacy.

This session aims to help dental practice managers and owners identify where inefficiencies are costing them time, and provide practical, immediately applicable strategies for using digital workflows, automation and practice management technology to increase capacity, improve productivity and deliver a better patient and team experience.

This session aims to equip dental practice managers and owners with practical, immediately applicable strategies for building and sustaining high-performing teams — covering recruitment, role clarity, accountability, performance management, and the leadership behaviours that drive exceptional patient care and business success.

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Review indications for re-treatment and periapical microsurgery using an aetiological approach in endodontology

To provide an overview of the biological principles underpinning platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). To review the current evidence supporting the use of PRF in dentistry. To illustrate the versatility of PRF through a range of clinical cases drawn from everyday practice. To discuss practical strategies for integrating PRF into routine patient care to enhance healing and improve clinical outcomes.

To compare the image quality, dimensional accuracy, shade representation and ease of use of popular smartphone cameras versus DSLR cameras for capturing clinical photographs, better informing their choice of device.