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SUMMARY:Joint meeting AOS\, APS\, ASP: New AHPRA guidelines mandate psychological screening for cosmetic dentistry.
DESCRIPTION: AOS Vic\, in cooperation with APS Vic and ASP Vic presents:\nLecture: Psychological Screening in Cosmetic Dentistry: Understanding the New AHPRA Requirements.\n\n\n\nWe are pleased to invite the members of Dental Societies and Guests to join us for an informative and practical lecture on the new AHPRA guidelines come into effect in 2025\, which introduce mandatory psychological screening for patients undergoing cosmetic dental procedures\, including veneers. \nAs all of our members are\, in one way or another\, involved in cosmetic procedures\, this is a session not to be missed. \nLecture’s keynotes: \n\nWhat the new AHPRA psychological screening requirements mean for dentists\nHow to conduct a holistic assessment of patients’ motivations and expectations\nHow to recognise and screen for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)\nPractical screening questionnaires and assessment tools\nWhen and how to refer patients to independent psychologists or psychiatrists\nDocumentation tips to support compliance\nSpecial considerations for patients under 18\, including cooling-off periods\, BDD screening\, and parental involvement\n\nThis lecture is designed specifically for dentists practising cosmetic dentistry and will provide practical insights you can apply immediately in daily practice\, while supporting ethical decision-making and patient wellbeing. \n\n\n\n\nDr Toni Pikoos\, BSc (Hons)\, PhD (Clinical Psychology)\, MAPS \nDr Toni Pikoos is an accomplished clinical psychologist\, researcher and public speaker. She has a PhD in the intersection of cosmetic procedures\, mental health\, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and patient satisfaction. Toni is a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at Swinburne University and also a practicing clinical psychologist in Melbourne\, specialising in BDD and psychological evaluations for patients undergoing cosmetic surgery and non-surgical procedures. Toni is a sought-after speaker and educator\, being invited to many national and international conferences to present on BDD and the intersection of psychology and cosmetic procedures. \nDr Pikoos has been involved in advocacy and consulting work to increase psychological safety in the cosmetic industry through her research and consulting with large companies such as Merz Aesthetics and Allergan Aesthetics\, among others. She was also involved as a psychological consultant in the AHPRA review into patient safety in the Australian cosmetic industry. \n\n\n\n\n\nAOS Vic Members (any type of membership) – Please login to get your ticket.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe event is proudly sponsored by:
URL:https://vic.aos.org.au/event/joint-meeting-aos-aps-asp-new-ahpra-guidelines-mandate-psychological-screening-for-cosmetic-dentistry/
LOCATION:Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club\, 489 Glenferrie Road\, Kooyong\, VIC\, 3144\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Member,Non-member
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