Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons

Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons RACDS is an educational home for dentists at all stages of their careers. Our Members and Fellows live and work in all corners of the globe.

Recognition:
Our qualifications are recognised internationally

Global reach:
We have an active presence throughout Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the UK. High standards:
We strive to adhere to high educational standards. We have conjoint arrangements with four of Australia’s top University dental schools. Support research:
We encourage and are engaged in research studies through our Educatio

n Board and Boards of Studies in general and specialist dental practice. Promote dental health:
We promote optimal dental health care and treatment in the community through advanced education. Accountability:
We are accountable to our Council which comprises RACDS Members and Fellows. We have 9 active regional centres and committees.

Ever wondered how the Dental Council of New Zealand approaches complaints, notifications and regulatory decision-making?...
03/06/2026

Ever wondered how the Dental Council of New Zealand approaches complaints, notifications and regulatory decision-making?

Understanding How the Dental Council (NZ) Works: Regulation in Practice is the next installment of the RACDS Online CAPE CPD Webinar Series and will explore how the HPCA Act operates in practice, how competence, conduct and health matters are assessed, and how regulatory decisions are made.

Designed to provide valuable insight into the local regulatory framework governing practice, this session is highly recommended for OMS Fellows and Trainees and will be ideal for anyone considering opportunities in New Zealand.

Presented by Marie MacKay, Chief Executive of the Dental Council | Te Kaunihera Tiaki Niho, and John Bridgman, Chair of the Dental Council | Te Kaunihera Tiaki Niho and an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon.

📅 Monday, 15 June 2026
💻 Online via Zoom
🎓 1 CPD Hour

Complimentary for RACDS Fellows, Members, OMS Trainees, Candidates and Affiliates. Registrations essential. Attendance and CPD hours will be automatically logged in participants CPD Logbook.

Register: https://bit.ly/4wTSESl

⏰ Don't miss your opportunity to join colleagues from across South Australia, the Northern Territory and beyond at the S...
02/06/2026

⏰ Don't miss your opportunity to join colleagues from across South Australia, the Northern Territory and beyond at the SA/NT Annual Scientific Meeting 2026.

The multidisciplinary program has been designed to strengthen clinical decision-making, explore emerging issues shaping the future of dentistry, and support contemporary practice across all areas of oral healthcare.

Gain fresh perspectives on sustainability, specialist training, professional responsibility and integrated models of care while connecting with peers through a day of learning, discussion and collegiality.

📅 Friday, 19 June 2026
📍 Adelaide Health & Medical Sciences Building
🎓 5.5 CPD Hours
⏰ Last day to register: Monday, 8 June 2026

Register now: https://bit.ly/4db1i7M

🦷 Hands-on Workshop D | Post Extraction Site PreservationJoin Dr Kenneth Sun (OMS), assisted by Dr Barbara Woodhouse (OM...
01/06/2026

🦷 Hands-on Workshop D | Post Extraction Site Preservation

Join Dr Kenneth Sun (OMS), assisted by Dr Barbara Woodhouse (OMS), for a practical hands-on pre-conference workshop at focused on socket preservation and implant site development.

This workshop combines evidence-based theory with clinical application, exploring the biological principles of socket healing, ridge preservation, treatment planning and surgical technique ex*****on. Participants will also gain practical insight into complication management and achieving predictable long-term restorative outcomes.

Hands-on components include:
Socket preservation techniques
Grafting materials and surgical approaches
Suturing and implant site management
Practical surgical tips and case discussions

📆 Thursday, 17 September 2026
⏰ 2:30pm – 4:00pm
📍 Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
🕒 1.5 CPD Hours

Pre-conference workshops and masterclasses are add-on sessions available to registered FED2026 delegates. Places are limited. Discounted rates for RACDS members.

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4sndwyI
🎟️ Early bird registrations are now open.

Apply for the Emerging Lecturer Awards before Monday, 8 June 2026.⭐ Recognising excellence in the presentation of resear...
31/05/2026

Apply for the Emerging Lecturer Awards before Monday, 8 June 2026.
⭐ Recognising excellence in the presentation of research and clinical work at .

Dental graduates from Australia, New Zealand and Asia who received their first dental qualification after September 2016 are eligible to apply.

🏆 Two awards of $2,500 are available:
• RACDS Foundation Excellence in Research Award (only open to RACDS Members and Fellows)
• RACDS Outstanding Presentation Award (open to all eligible applicants)

Shortlisted applicants will receive complimentary registration for Saturday, 19 September 2026 to present within the FED2026 Scientific Program.

📍 Sydney, Australia
📆 17–19 September 2026

💻 Applications close Monday, 8 June

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4kwvHi9

The RACDS Foundation Research Prize Program awards seed funding to projects that advance oral health, patient care and c...
29/05/2026

The RACDS Foundation Research Prize Program awards seed funding to projects that advance oral health, patient care and clinical practice across a range of disciplines. This year, the foundation recognised three recipients:

🦷 Dr Danyon Graham - New Zealand
Project: Perspectives on Care Among Patients Hospitalised for Acute Dental Infection/Pain
Exploring patient perspectives to improve hospital-based care models and address oral health inequities in New Zealand.

🦷 Dr Ramya Kiran - University of Queensland
Project: Oral Health and Salivary Informatics to Support the Well-being of Expecting Mothers with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in Queensland: Novel OASIS-GDM Cohort
Using proteomics to better understand oral and systemic health in expecting mothers.

🦷 Dr Rohan Rodricks - The University of Sydney
Project: The Impact of Dietary Fibre Supplementation on Gingival Inflammation
Investigating approaches to improving periodontal and systemic health outcomes through translational research.

Congratulations to all recipients on their outstanding achievements ⭐

Read more in the May 2026 edition of College News: https://bit.ly/4veC7qv

⏰ Final opportunity to register for the NSW/ACT PDS Study ClubAs the Primary Dental Sciences (PDS) Examination approache...
28/05/2026

⏰ Final opportunity to register for the NSW/ACT PDS Study Club

As the Primary Dental Sciences (PDS) Examination approaches, the NSW/ACT PDS Study Club offers candidates a focused opportunity to consolidate preparation, reinforce key concepts, and build confidence ahead of the written and viva voce examinations.

📅 Saturday, 30 May – Sunday, 31 May 2026
💻 Online
🎓 7.5 CPD Hours
⏰ Please note: Day 2 session times have changed to 10:45AM – 2:30PM

Please note: This Study Club is an additional support session and not a substitute for the PDS Preparation Course.

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4uwuGdZ

📖 The May issue of College News is out now!This issue features stories from members working in public dentistry, alongsi...
28/05/2026

📖 The May issue of College News is out now!

This issue features stories from members working in public dentistry, alongside celebrations of the people, achievements, and conversations shaping the future of dentistry across the RACDS community.

👉 Read the full issue here: https://racds.org/publications

This National Reconciliation Week, RACDS acknowledges the histories, cultures and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres...
27/05/2026

This National Reconciliation Week, RACDS acknowledges the histories, cultures and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Reconciliation is built through listening, learning and meaningful action. As a College, we recognise the importance of working together to support equity, respect and better health outcomes for all communities. Cultural competence and cultural safety is integrated into our training and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) frameworks.

Best of luck to all RACDS OMS trainees undertaking the 2026 Fellowship Examination.Wishing you every success in the writ...
27/05/2026

Best of luck to all RACDS OMS trainees undertaking the 2026 Fellowship Examination.
Wishing you every success in the written and viva voce examinations.

Just 100 days since the launch of the Digital Assessment Platform.Developed in response to trainee feedback, the RACDS D...
27/05/2026

Just 100 days since the launch of the Digital Assessment Platform.

Developed in response to trainee feedback, the RACDS Digital Assessment Platform is already transforming the training experience, with 7,000 procedures logged and all Mid Term Trainee Assessments completed digitally!

A huge thank you to our OMS trainees, supervisors, and RACDS staff for embracing this major step forward in digital training and assessment- an exciting milestone for the future of OMS education.

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