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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.

01/09/2026

Extend your FED26 experience with a full day of pre-conference learning.

Choose from two focused masterclasses and two hands-on workshops on Thursday, 17 September, with up to 7.5 CPD hours available:

🤖 Building Critical, Safe and Effective Dental Practice in an AI-Enabled Era - Dr Arosha Weerakoon and Dr Kang Kim
🪡 Practical Suturing - Dr Barbara Woodhouse, assisted by Vania Ruiz
😴 Snoring & Obstructive Sleep Apnoea - Dr Michelle Donegan, Dr Lyndon Chan and Dr Mina Shehata
🦷 Practical Socket Preservation in Implant Dentistry - Dr Kenneth Sun, assisted by Dr Barbara Woodhouse

These sessions are available as add-on experiences for registered full and day delegates. Places are limited.

Thank to Colgate, Dynek Sutures and Samson Medical Technologies for their generous support of these sessions.

Explore the sessions and book: https://www.thefineedgeofdentistry.com.au/masterclasses-and-workshops

31/08/2026

Pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek dental care, but diagnosing and managing it isn't always straightforward.

Join A/Prof Mark Schifter for this CPD Masterclass: Therapeutics in Dentistry, Pain and Pain Management.

Drawing on more than 25 years of specialist practice, A/Prof Schifter will explore pain biology, pain assessment, differential diagnosis, therapeutic approaches for complex oro-facial pain, and contemporary approaches to analgesic prescribing.

📅 Saturday, 10 October 2026
🕙 10:00am–1:00pm (AEST)
💻 Online via Zoom
🎓 3 CPD Hours

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/3Tqgjum

29/08/2026

On Saturday, 19 September, six shortlisted early-career dentists will showcase their research, ideas and lecturing ability at the Emerging Lecturer Awards: Dr Liam Cassidy, Dr Alex Chan, Dr Philip Chien, Dr Safa Jamshed, Dr Lisa Lim, and Dr Mohamad Naqeeb.

"The Emerging Lecturer Awards is one of my favourite sessions on the FED program," commented RACDS President Dr Erin Mahoney.
"It really makes me happy to see our younger Members and Fellows take to the stage at our conference."

Will you be there to see who takes out these prestigious awards this year?

Explore the full Scientific Program: https://bit.ly/4rQi6oG

28/08/2026

A wonderful start to the day in Auckland at the RACDS College Breakfast!

Hosted by RACDS President Dr Erin Mahoney, the breakfast brought Fellows, Members and guests together to reconnect, share ideas and enjoy the collegiality that makes our College community so special.

We were delighted to be joined by Assistant Professor Dr Nikolai Sharkov, President, FDI World Dental Federation, Fellows Dr David Excell, President and Dr Mo Amso, CEO, New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA), and Dr Chris Sanzaro, President, and Dr Kate More, CEO of the Australian Dental Association (ADA).

RACDS Life Fellows Dr Susan Wise and Dr Hugh Trengrove were also able to join us, as was Fellow Dr Graeme Ting, Director of Training for our upcoming NZ specialist program.

Thank you to everyone for a fabulous Friday morning ahead of two great days at the NZDA Congress.

27/08/2026

Will we see you in Auckland? Come and hang with us at the NZDA Congress 2026 🦷

Visit the RACDS booth at the NZICC from Thursday, 27 to Saturday, 29 August to meet our team, explore RACDS education pathways, and learn about the new Specialist Accredited Training Programs commencing in Aotearoa New Zealand in 2027.

You can also join our information session:
📅 Saturday, 29 August 2026
🕚 11:15am–11:45am
📍 Room 517, Level 5, NZICC

Come and say hello!

26/08/2026

Managing your CPD just got easier 📱

The new RACDS CPD Platform is now live, with an updated mobile-friendly design, clearer dashboard, faster performance and automatic recording of completed RACDS eLearning activities.

Your existing current-year CPD records have already been migrated, so you can pick up where you left off.

👉 Log in to your Member Dashboard to explore the new platform today!

24/08/2026

Your specialist qualification could be your pathway to RACDS Membership.

If you have completed an approved specialist program and attained full, unconditional specialist registration in Australia or Aotearoa New Zealand, you may be eligible to apply for Membership in your speciality WITHOUT further examination through the SDP Qualifications Pathway.

Join the RACDS community and access member benefits including post-nominals, exclusive CPD, member events, ClinicalKey, and voting rights.

👉 Learn more https://bit.ly/483wgbz

23/08/2026

Clear aligners have evolved, but myths and misconceptions remain.

At , Dr Theo Baisi will present Unveiling the Truth: Debunking the Myths of Clear Aligner Orthodontics.

Clear aligners have transformed orthodontics, but not every system or case is the same. Dr Baisi will cut through the myths, exploring how to assess aligner systems, select suitable cases and avoid common pitfalls for more predictable clinical outcomes.

📍 Sydney | 17–19 September 2026

🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/4f7xnhb

Session sponsored by Align Technology (Invisalign Australia)

21/08/2026

Are you ready to put yourself against AI?

Hear what to expect from Dr Annalene Weston's in-program Masterclass at as she discusses the use of AI to "Cut Corners" in Dental Practice.

📍 Sydney, Australia
📅 17–19 September 2026

🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/4f7xnhb

20/08/2026

Will you be joining us in Sydney next month?

There are just four weeks until !

Experience masterclasses, hands-on workshops, and a diverse range of future-focused sessions led by today's leading experts. Beyond the Scientific Program, enjoy the collegiality of the Opening Ceremony and Gala Dinner.

With up to 20+ hours of quality CPD and memorable networking events, there is plenty on offer at The Fine Edge of Dentistry Conference 🦷✨

Register now: https://bit.ly/4f7xnhb
17 - 19 September 2026

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L13 37 York Street
Sydney, NSW
2000

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Website

http://www.racds.org/

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