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Troubleshooting, Retention and Restorative Excellence – Part 2 | Christchurch July 2025

We are delighted to welcome you back to another session of TrioClear’s™ Mastering the Precise Clear Aligner System for your Practice, where we delve even deeper into the intricacies of clear aligner treatment.

Building upon the foundational knowledge from our previous courses, we will focus on troubleshooting common issues, mastering retention concepts specifically tailored to TrioClear™ aligners as well as the synergy between clear aligners and restorative dentistry.

 

Breakdown of the Course Modules

1. Introduction

  • Overview of Clear Aligner Technology
  • Importance of Troubleshooting and Retention
  • The synergy between clear aligners and restorative dentistry

2. Commonly Seen & Pre-Empting Issues

  • Tracking Issues, Fit Issues and Treatment Progression
  • Patient Education, Thorough Examination and communication with patients

3. Monitoring Techniques

  • Regular Follow-up Appointments, Advanced Imaging, Monitoring Tooth Movement and Detecting Potential Issues Early

4. Troubleshooting Techniques

  • Identifying the Root Cause, Adjusting Treatment Plans, Refinement Aligners and Mid-course Corrections
  • Common Retention Issues and solutions including Relapse, Discomfort, Pre-Emptive Measures for Retention, Patient Education on Retainers and Monitoring Long-Term Compliance.

5. Restorative Enhancements

  • Benefits of using clear aligners for restorative treatments including crowns, veneers and reducing tooth wear to contribute to longevity of restorations.

Prospective Cases:

Please supply photos of prospective cases (with your patient’s consent) to discuss options and possible plans during the course.

  • Case Analysis and Anticipating Potential Challenges with YOUR OWN cases
  • Group Discussion including Sharing Experiences and Collaborative Problem-Solving

Speaker Information

Dr Albert Sharp

Dr Albert Sharp received his Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Sydney, graduating with first-class honours and top of the year. He is a partner at Penn Sharp Dental Surgeons in Double Bay, Sydney, where he continues to practice all aspects of general dentistry.

Dr Sharp is the General Manager Clinical at Southern Cross Dental. He often presents courses to enable general dentists to provide the best possible outcome for their patients.

Dr Sharp was one of the first general dentists in Australia to be accredited for treating patients with the Invisalign System and for many years was the primary presenter for the Invisalign Training Course for GP dentists. Dr Sharp is in clinical practice at his surgery in Double Bay, Sydney. He has tried many aligner systems to see what works best with each.

Course Highlights

CPD Points: 7 CPD Points
Course Level: Beginners & Intermediate

Full-day catering including morning tea, working lunch and afternoon tea, is provided.

What to expect?

  • Advanced Troubleshooting Techniques: 
    Uncover the secrets of identifying and pre-empting common challenges in TrioClear™ treatment. From tracking issues to fit concerns, we’ll equip you with the skills to navigate these hurdles seamlessly.
  • Retention Realities: 
    Explore the critical phase of retention with a focus on TrioClear™. Learn the ins and outs of maintaining those beautifully aligned smiles for the long term. From common retention issues to proactive strategies, this session has it all.
  • Restorative Enhancements: 
    Learn how clear aligners offer multiple benefits in restorative dentistry including pre-restorative alignment such as crowns or veneers ensuring a better foundation for the final restoration as well as reduced tooth wear.
  • Prospective Case Discussions:
    Submit your own real-world cases, dissect your treatment plans, and anticipate potential roadblocks. Engage in collaborative problem-solving with your peers to enrich your practical understanding.

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Details

Organizer: Modern Dental Pacific Group
Date:
Time: -
Cost: Free
Course Category: Training
Course Language: ENGLISH

Organizer

Modern Dental Pacific Group

Venue

Rydges Latimer Christchurch 30 Latimer Square, Christchurch Central City
Christchurch, New Zealand