Preserving Primary Teeth: Pulpotomy and Stainless-Steel crown

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This course aims to empower dental professionals with the knowledge and skills required to deliver high-quality care for primary teeth using pulpotomy and stainless-steel crown techniques for children.

Course Overview

The CPD day on pulpotomy and stainless-steel crowns is structured into two segments, each combining lectures and hands-on practical sessions. The morning begins with a 45-minute lecture on pulpotomy, covering indications, techniques, materials, and troubleshooting, followed by a two-hour practical session where participants will apply the learned techniques to perform pulpotomy on two primary tooth models. 

The afternoon focuses on stainless-steel crowns, starting with a 45-minute lecture discussing case selection, tooth preparation, and crown fitting techniques. Participants will then engage in a two-hour practical session using the pulpotomy-prepared teeth to fit, contour, and cement stainless-steel crowns.

The day concludes with a 30-minute recap, a Q&A session, and feedback, ensuring a thorough understanding of both procedures.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: 

• Identify appropriate cases for pulpotomy and stainless-steel crown placement in primary teeth
• Gain knowledge of the step-by-step pulpotomy process, including pulp chamber access and medicament application
• Learn preparation, fitting, and cementation techniques for stainless-steel crowns on primary teeth
• Perform hands-on pulpotomy procedures and stainless-steel crown restorations on primary tooth models
• Identify common challenges in pulpotomy and crown placement and apply troubleshooting strategies
• Integrate the latest research and guidelines into clinical practice for optimal outcomes 
• Build confidence in performing these procedures to deliver high-quality care for paediatric patients
• Understand how these techniques contribute to preserving primary teeth and improving overall oral health

Presenter Biography

Dr Sobia Zafar

Sobia is a true all-rounder, excelling in private practice, teaching, research, and community service. She is a specialist paediatric dentist and leads the Discipline of Paediatric Dentistry at The University of Queensland. Sobia completed her DClinDent and PhD at the University of Otago, New Zealand, and her expertise spans dental education, digital dentistry, and children's oral health, including care for those with special needs. A sought-after speaker both nationally and internationally, she is renowned for her engaging CPD courses on pulpotomies, stainless-steel crowns, minimally invasive dentistry, and pain/behaviour management in paediatric patients. Her CPD courses equip dental professionals with practical skills and evidence-based knowledge, showcasing her innovative teaching and leadership in paediatric dental education. In research, Sobia has over 100 publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, thesis and numerous papers.

She has successfully supervised 46 Honours students and ten PhD, MPhil, and DClinDent candidates, earning her the "Best Research Supervisor Award" twice. Her teaching excellence is further highlighted by awards such as the UQ Teaching Excellence Award (2022) and Fellowships from the Faculty of Dental Trainers, Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (2022), and the Pierre Fauchard Academy fellowship. Sobia's service extends beyond academia, as she actively supports dental charities like the Australian Dental Health Foundation and Esesson Foundation, providing essential dental care to underprivileged children. Her contributions have been recently recognised with the ADAQ Distinguished Service Award (2024), the UQ LeadHers Rise Community Award (2022), and a national Queensland Young Tall Poppy Science Award (2023). Sobia’s exceptional qualities as an educator, clinician, researcher, and community leader make her a standout professional in every area of dentistry.

Event Pricing

ADA Member Dentists and Practice Staff* - $530
Non-Member Dentists and Practice Staff* - $930

*Practice staff includes Oral Health Therapists, Dental Therapists and Hygienists. Practice staff must be signed up to ADAQ Dental Team Access to be eligible for discounted pricing.

CPD Points

6 Scientific hours 

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