That's a Wrap On ADX Brisbane!

ADX Brisbane 2026 brought the dental community together at BCEC for three days of learning, connection and industry engagement, with more than 100 exhibitors alongside CPD, workshops, learning lab sessions, ADRF Breakfast and the Women in Dentistry Breakfast. Thank you to everyone who attended, exhibited, presented and supported another strong ADX event.

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Latest AIHW data provides a snapshot of dental care

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s latest Oral health and dental care in Australia update provides a current snapshot of access, affordability and demand across the sector, with just 54% of Australians aged 15 and over seeing a dental professional in 2024-25. Children aged 5-9 also recorded the highest rate of potentially preventable dental hospitalisations, at 12.5 per 1,000 children.

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Troy Carter Champions Growth and Partnerships

Cattani ESAM Group has appointed Troy Carter as Head of Sales, a newly created role supporting sales leadership and dealer relationships across Australia and New Zealand. Troy joined Cattani in 2020 and will also oversee the company’ s new Business Development Manager as part of the Leadership Team.

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A Marathon Effort from Our CEO

ADIA CEO, Kym De Britt, swapped the office for 42.2 kilometres of road, completing the Geelong Marathon in an enormous display of endurance. Congratulations on a seriously impressive achievement, and one we are very happy to admire from the sidelines.

John Green Celebrates 80 Years

A big congratulations to John Green on celebrating his 80th birthday. The second generation of the Green family to lead William Green Dental, John remains an active and valued part of the business, continuing to share decades of knowledge, experience and passion with the next generation.

Dental Industry Unites To Support Community Dental Care

Dental industry partners are joining forces to support Adelaide University’s Community Outreach Dental Program, contributing equipment, materials, servicing and expertise. Their support is helping expand access to care for people experiencing homelessness and other significant barriers and strengthen hands-on learning for future oral health professionals.

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$50,000 Available Through Credabl's Helping Hand Grants

Credabl is offering five $10,000 Helping Hand Grants for healthcare professionals with ideas that could benefit their patients, practice, team or community. Applications close 30 November 2026.

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ADIA 2027 Women in Dentistry Scholarship

The ADIA Women in Dentistry Scholarship returns for 2027, providing an opportunity for women within ADIA member companies to further develop their leadership, management and governance capabilities. Applications close 18 December.

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Waymaker Dental Ltd

Waymaker Dental Ltd supplies dental professionals with a range of high-quality dental burs and instruments from established manufacturers including SS White and Edenta.

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TGA Regulatory and Technical Forum

Dr Joanne Challinor-Rogers, pictured recently with Sam Thalassinos and Kym De Britt, receiving her 20-year ADIA service pin. Jo and Dr Sarah Raphael represented ADIA at the TGA Regulatory and Technical Forum in Canberra.

The forum enables direct engagement with the TGA on current and emerging medical device regulatory reforms.

PDS Enters A New Chapter

A proud milestone for Professional Dentist Supplies (PDS), with Seija Keeble stepping into the role of Owner and Director as the family business moves into its second generation. Founded in 1989 by Dr Geoffrey Knight AM and Sinikka Knight, PDS has supported the Australian dental profession for 37 years, with Geoffrey and Sinikka remaining trusted advisers as Seija leads the next chapter.

20 Years At Henry Schein

Congratulations to Toni Bryan, who celebrates 20 years with Henry Schein this September. Across seven different roles, Toni has built a career shaped by growth, collaboration and strong relationships, with the people she has worked alongside remaining the standout part of the journey.

A Night On The Harbour

ADIA Director of Policy & Education, Dr Sarah Raphael, is pictured at Australiana Night with Dr Peter Norton and Organising Committee Chair Dr Bill Kahler after helping deliver the International Federation of Endodontic Associations World Congress.

The congress welcomed around 1,000 delegates from more than 50 countries, with many ADIA members also supporting the event as sponsors and exhibitors.

Smilo.ai Takes Home Digital Health Service Award

ADIA member Smilo.ai has received the Outstanding Digital Health Service Award at the 2026 Patient's Choice Awards, recognising the team's work in AI-powered screening and preventive oral healthcare.

Central Smiles Launches In Ceduna

The Australian Dental Foundation and Straumann Group Foundation have launched Central Smiles, providing free dental treatment, prevention and oral health education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, beginning in Ceduna, South Australia.

$50,000 Available Through Credabl's Helping Hand Grants

Credabl is offering five $10,000 Helping Hand Grants for healthcare professionals with ideas that could benefit their patients, practice, team or community. Applications close 30 November 2026.