Nurses Workshop

Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm

Venue: Room Bealey 2, Te Pae, Christchurch Convention Centre

Cost: Included in Full registrations for Nurses and Thursday day registration for Nurses

Program Highlights

Hands-On TMJ Arthroscopy with Nexus: Get up close with the latest in Temporomandibular Joint surgical techniques. This practical demo provides a rare opportunity to handle the instrumentation used in minimally invasive joint surgery.

PRF Mastery with Ostralos: Dive into the world of Platelet-Rich Fibrin. This hands-on session covers the preparation and clinical application of PRF to enhance healing and bone grafting outcomes.

The Straumann Implant Update: Stay ahead of the curve with a comprehensive briefing on the latest implant technologies, surfaces, and prosthetic protocols from a global leader in dental implantology.

Clinical Photography Lecture: Master the art of the "clinical eye." Learn the settings, angles, and lighting techniques required to produce high-quality diagnostic and medico-legal documentation. 3D Printing: Stents & Guides: Explore the digital workflow from scan to surgery. We’ll discuss the practical implementation of 3D-printed surgical guides and how they are revolutionizing chairside precision.

Anaesthetic Update: Weight Loss Drugs: A crucial session on the perioperative implications of GLP-1 agonists (like Ozempic). Learn how these medications affect gastric emptying and what every nurse needs to know about airway management and patient safety.