Episodes

  • RiskMatters - Revisiting Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MORNJ) with Dr Saskia Salvestro

    RiskMatters - Revisiting Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MORNJ) with Dr Saskia Salvestro
    Nov 23 2025
    In this episode of RiskMatters, Senior Dentolegal consultant, Dr Annalene Weston sits down with Dr Saskia Salvestro to explore medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ).

    Saskia is a highly regarded dental practitioner, recognised for her expertise in contemporary dentistry and her commitment to advancing the profession. Earlier this year, she contributed an exceptional article on MRONJ to our Young Dental Practitioner publication. The insights were simply too valuable to leave on the page, prompting Annalene to bring the conversation to a wider audience through this podcast.

    Tune in as Annalene and Saskia revisit MRONJ: what it is, why it occurs, and the key warning signs and considerations for clinicians when assessing patients in practice.
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    38 mins
  • RiskBites - Common contract clauses that cause consternation

    RiskBites - Common contract clauses that cause consternation
    Nov 9 2025
    Employment contracts are standard in most workplaces, yet their legal language and complex clauses can often leave people feeling uncertain or overwhelmed.

    In this episode of RiskBites, Dr Annalene Weston and Dr Simon Parson break down some of the more common terms, conditions, and contract clauses you’re likely to encounter. They also discuss why it’s essential to seek professional legal advice before signing, to ensure your rights and interests are protected.
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Risk Matters – Changes to the Oral and Dental Therapeutic Guidelines – Version 4

    Risk Matters – Changes to the Oral and Dental Therapeutic Guidelines – Version 4
    Oct 26 2025
    In this episode of RiskMatters, senior dentolegal consultant at Dental Protection Dr Annalene Weston speaks with Adjunct Associate Professor Geraldine Moses about the recently updated – Therapeutic Guidelines - Oral and Dental version 4, released in September 2025.

    During their discussion Dr Moses highlights a number of important changes made to many sections of the guidance, including but not limited to prescribing rights, regulations, responsibilities and competencies, administration of Analgesia, Antibiotics and Anaesthetics as well guidance around management of patients with medical conditions and special needs.

    It goes without saying that it is critical that all practitioners are familiar with these changes and can apply them to their practice moving forward.

    Analgesia – 14:00
    Antibiotics – 39:55
    LA – articaine – 52:10
    Methoxyflurane/Penthrox – 55:06
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • RiskBites - Talking about time management

    RiskBites - Talking about time management
    Sep 28 2025
    The busy and often unpredictable nature of clinical practice can really challenge us as health professionals. So, how do we stay on top of all our work? How do we avoid constant battles with an incredibly scarce resource – time?

    How can we stay on time in clinical practice, and should we really worry about it too much, or is that only going to add to our cognitive load and stress? Is it really all that important, and what are the repercussions if we don’t run on time?

    To find out the answers to these questions and more, join Dr Annalene Weston and Dr Simon Parson in this RiskBites podcast titled ‘Talking about time management’.

    “Time wasted by health professionals is time not invested in patients”: time management practice and associated factors among health professionals at public hospitals in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia: a multicenter mixed method study - PMC

    Does time management work? A meta-analysis - PMC

    Characterization of tasks and time efficiency of dental hygiene students during clinical training - PMC
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    39 mins
  • RiskBites - Ahpra’s new guidance for health practitioners who advertise non-surgical cosmetic procedures

    RiskBites - Ahpra’s new guidance for health practitioners who advertise non-surgical cosmetic procedures
    Sep 7 2025
    With the new guidelines for health practitioners who advertise non-surgical cosmetic procedures coming into effect on the 2nd of September 2025, now is the perfect time to review and reflect upon some of the changes.

    In this episode of RiskBites Dr Simon Parsons and Dr Colm Harney, dentolegal consultants at Dental Protection discuss the key aspects of this guidance in addition to teasing out some of the important changes in store for practitioners.
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    32 mins
  • RiskBites - Ahpra's new guidance for Health Practitioners who perform non-surgical procedures

    RiskBites - Ahpra's new guidance for Health Practitioners who perform non-surgical procedures
    Aug 31 2025
    In our April edition of risk bites pertaining to Cosmetics in Dentistry, Dr Colm Harney flagged the intention of Ahpra to release new resources and guidelines for registered practitioners undertaking and advertising non-surgical cosmetic procedures.

    Well, that time is upon us and as of the 2nd of September 2025 the new guidelines will come into effect. Listen is as Colm steps through the key points of interest, in linear order of appearance in the document, so we would encourage you to grab your copy and follow along.
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    20 mins
  • RiskBites: Navigating Ahpra's Advertising Guidance

    RiskBites: Navigating Ahpra's Advertising Guidance
    Aug 17 2025
    Advertising clinical procedures can be a minefield, largely due to the rapid adoption of social media by many and the unintended consequences that have arisen from this.

    In this episode of RiskBites Dr Simon Parsons speaks with fellow dentolegal consultant Dr Kiran Keshwara about the Ahpra guidance and Guidelines for advertising a regulated health service.

    However, it’s important to note that this guidance will be supplemented with ‘The guidance for registered health practitioners who perform and who advertise non-surgical cosmetic procedures', which will be the point of discussion in our September podcasts and webinars
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    23 mins
  • RiskMatters - An in depth and personal discussion with Dr Kaejenn Tchia

    RiskMatters - An in depth and personal discussion with Dr Kaejenn Tchia
    Aug 3 2025
    In this episode of RiskMatters, Senior dentolegal consultant Dr Annalene Weston speaks with Dr Kaejenn Tchia, Dentist, ADA president for Northern Territory, Entrepreneur, Motivational Coach and founder of ‘The Limitless Dentist.

    Listen in as Kaejenn graciously shares his passion for supporting and collaborating with fellow dental professionals.

    Additionally, he aims to shine a light on the challenges faced by new graduates and raise awareness of mental health within the dental profession by openly sharing his own experiences. Through this, Kaejenn hopes to foster connection, reduce burnout, and encourage a more supportive and resilient dental community.
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    1 hr and 21 mins