The Vern-Barnett Award for Dental Assisting Excellence 2010 - This is an opportunity for Dentists and staff to recognise their valued team member and nominate them for this prestigious Award.^
The Vern-Barnett Award has been established to commemorate the contributions made by Kathy and Brian Vern-Barnett as individuals and as a team to the advancement and recognition of Dental Assisting as integral to the professional standing of the dental health team.

The NSW Dental Assistants (Professional) Association is
proud to host this inaugural event.
Here is your opportunity to say “thank you” to your dedicated team member and recognise their contribution to your practice.

More information here...
http://www.nswdaa.asn.au/bdo10/Vern-Barnett_Award.html

Infection Control Workshop - Vibe Hotel, Sydney - Popular Infection Control Workshop will be held again on Saturday 14th August - 9.00am - 4.30pm at the Vibe Hotel, Sydney There was such a demand for a repeat of our last workshop, we are bringing you once again the opportunity to hear the latest and accurate information from our very experienced and popular presenter - Ms Terry McAuley. ^ Terry represents the Infection Control Association on the Committee which advises Standards Australia on Infection Control Standards. She has extensive experience in this area for dental and medical and is a consultant for sterilisation and infection control having presented numerous papers nationally & internationally on this subject.
Participants from our April day workshop were delighted with the amount of information they could take back to their practices and how interesting the presenter made the day.
If you only make one Professional Development course this year - this is the one to attend!
The program includes Legislation requirements, how disease is transferred, What are we protecting against? PPE, Hand hygiene, alcohol rubs, Staff Imunisation, Cleaning & disinfecting – which product? Manual, Ultrasonic, Thermal cleaners, Sterilisation & monitoring, tracking & validating, Record keeping, Injury management & reporting.
Participants may also undertake a short written assessment to gain a Statement of Attainment in HLTIN301A - Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work.
Venue: Vibe Hotel, 111 Goulburn St Sydney (next to parking station)
Cost: NSW DAA Members $110.00, Non members $155.00 (includes a delicious buffet lunch!)
Booking: Phone 02 9569 3220

-> Download the information sheet for this and other upcoming NSWDAA events

-> Download the application form here

Implant Workshop - Nobel Biocare - Macquarie Park - The Team Approach to Achieving Optimal Implant Results - Saturday 14th August 8.00am - 3.00pm
Nobel Biocare and NSW DAA join together to provide an extensive presentation covering all aspects of how to attain predictable outcomes for today's patients with a strong emphasis on the importance of a team approach and the interaction between clinicians and auxiliary staff.^ This course is suitable for practitioners and staff to attend as a team or individual registrations. Presenters include Dr Justin Darby, Dr Markijan Hupalo, Ms Vivien Munoz-Ferrada and Ms Rosalyn Dunbar. This full day program includes - assessment for Implant Dentistry, increasing implant case acceptance, Surgical setup protocols and procedures, a restorative approach to surgical placement of implants, planning, placement and restoration: the advantage of a team approach, Troubleshooting – surgical/prosthetics, Introduction to CT & Cone Beam Scans, Hands on exercises for clinicians and auxiliary staff – implant placement & impressions.
Venue: Nobel Biocare Training Centre
Level 4, 7 Eden Park Drive,
Macquarie Park NSW 2113
Cost: $50.00 includes lunch and refreshments
Bookings essential
Ph: 02 9569 3220

-> Download the information sheet for this and other upcoming NSWDAA events

-> Download the application form here

Big Day Out for Dental - Friday 10th September 2010 - BIG DAY OUT FOR DENTAL returns - this time at Sydney Convention Centre, Darling Harbour on Friday 10th September 2010 from 9.00am until 5.00pm - Register online now at www.nswdaa.asn.au/bdo10^
Dont miss this year's full conference day - set in the beautiful Bayside Conference area in Darling Harbour with views over Sydney Harbour. A great range of topics and expert presenters with lots of trade samples and displays. A fantastic day for all the dental team to enjoy.
Saturday Shopping Spree - visit local Sydney Factory Outlet shops and find some pre - christmas bargains. Bookings essential - online or phone 02 95693220.
Cost $40.00 per person

Safety in a Bottle - Saturday 28th August 2010 - Safety in a bottle - looking at hand scrubs, sanitising gels and moisturisers - what should we using?^
Sponsored by Reynard Health, this half day workshop will explore the many different types of hand sanitisers available today and what is really suitable for the health care professional. Can we use products from the supermarket? Are they all the same? Are they compatible with latex gloves and what effect do these products have on our skin?
Find the answers on Saturday 28th August at
NSW DAA Professional Development Centre, Unit 4, 116 Percival Rd, Stanmore NSW 2048 (entry in Temple St - short walk from Stanmore Rail station)
Cost: NSW DAA Member $20.00, Non member $25.00
Registration essential. Phone/Fax 02 9569 3220 or email info@nswdaa.asn.au.

-> Download the information sheet for this and other upcoming NSWDAA events

-> Download the application form here

Employment Opportunities - Are you looking for dedicated and professional staff? We have a number of great dental assistants who are looking for positions in a highly motivated team environment. Our clients are experienced dental assistants who demonstrate the highest ethical and professional standards, have a strong background in dental assisting/practice management experience and are seeking to advance their career and experience in quality practices. Please call us on 02 9569 3220.

The Manual of Dental Assisting 4th Edition - The Manual of Dental Assisting, 4th Edition, is a reference catering for all aspects of dental assisting. It supports, and is aligned to, important Australian government standards. Order your copy now. Full details, visit here.

Working overseas - Dental Nurses - Are you planning to have a working holiday in exciting London?^

You must be qualified or have experience as a dental nurse with hep B vaccination.

We have temporary and permanent positions.

Good Rates. Excellent jobs in practices and hospitals in London and Greater London.

Telephone Sally Moher
Premier Dental Agency

(from within Australia)
Ph: 0011 4420 8343 3339
Fax: 0015 4420 8343 1579

Further information and links are available on our website
http://www.premierdentalagency.co.uk/

OH&S in the Dental Setting - The NSW DAA conducts a half day training session addressing the OH&S requirements in Dental Settings and provides a comprehensive handbook to surgeries requiring assistance in formatting policies and "getting started". An online health and safety guide is now also available.^

This follows the new Occupational Health & Safety Act 2000 and Regulations 2001.

If your surgery would like inhouse training and assistance, covering such topics as understanding the new legislation, consultation process, risk assessment and management, policies and procedures, recordkeeping and other related topics, please contact us.

The NSW Dental Assistants' Association has developed an Occupational Health & Safety Handbook for Dental Surgeries which is available to all dental clinics to help them in the implementation of OH&S Policies and Procedures now required by legislation. This handbook is written in conjunction with the Workcover Assist program and has NSW Workcover approval.

Download the order form here. (PDF)

For further information please contact (02) 9569 3220.