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Place Implant Crowns Without the Stress

Our 1 day weekend event will take you from A to Z in impressions, scanning, design protcols, as well as insertion troubleshooting.

Sydney: Sun Mar 1 | Brisbane: Sun Mar 29 | Melbourne: Sun Aug 23

Restoring the Perfect Implant

GDR and ITI have teamed up to bring this speical event for 2026!

We are bringing Specialist Prosthodontists to provide a snapshot of what a perfect implant crown looks like in 2026, covering key aspects of learning that can be implemented back in your clinic with patients on Monday.

With pricing starting from $99, tickets will sell fast

What you will learn:

How to design and insert the perfect posterior implant crown

How to design and insert the perfect anterior mplant crown

Understand critical requirements in impression taking and scan technique to avoid misfit and expensive lab redos

How to troubleshoot common problems and avoid hours adjusting

Hands on

There will be an opportunities for each table to do hands on exercises

Exhibitors

There will be exhibitors and sponsors from the ITI (International Team for Implantology), Credabl, Experien, BBB Accounting (Melb only), Evoke Projects and Byron Medical. We thank them for their support to make this event possible

Specialist Speaker Lineup

Dr Cindy Zhou
Sydney

Sunday March 1

Venue: TBC

Dr Justin Le
Brisbane

Sunday March 29

Venue: TBC

Dr Gidon Fixler

Melbourne

Sunday Aug 23

Venue: TBC

Dr Cindy Zhou

BDSc (Hons), DClinDent (Pros)

Cindy completed her Bachelor of Dental Science at the University of Queensland in 2018, graduating with first class honours. During her time working as a dentist in regional Western Australia, she was commended with distinctions in the Royal Australian College of Dental Surgeons (RACDS) Primary Examinations. Cindy’s interest in helping patients to restore their dental aesthetics and function led her to pursue specialist training in Prosthodontics at the University of Melbourne in 2022. During this time, her research thesis on analogue versus digital workflows for aesthetic prosthodontic planning won the Postgraduate Research Award from the Academy of Australian and New Zealand Prosthodontists.

Cindy has a passion for giving back to the dental community, having held past roles as Secretary of the Melbourne Dental Postgraduate Group, Vice President of the Australian Dental Students Association and Secretary of the University of Queensland Dental Students Association.

She has also been involved in tutoring the next generation of dentists as a demonstrator in fixed prosthodontics at the University of Melbourne and La Trobe University. Cindy continues to be involved in dental education through lecturing at study clubs and strives to maintain up-to-date knowledge by being a member of professional organisations such as the International Team for Implantology, Australian Prosthodontic Society, Australasian Osseointegration Society, International College of Prosthodontists, Academy of Australian and New Zealand Prosthodontists and Australian Dental Association.

Dr Justin Le

BDSc(Hons)(UQ), DClinDent(Pros)(UQ), MRACDS(PDS)

Dr Justin Le is a Specialist Prosthodontist with an interest in aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry. He completed his general dental degree in 2017 from The University of Queensland. After working as a general dentist for several years, he returned to his alma mater to complete his specialist degree in Prosthodontics.

Known for his meticulous attention to detail, Justin combines technical expertise with a creative approach to deliver personalised treatment plans for complex dental challenges. He finds great fulfilment in guiding patients through their rehabilitation, often collaborating with other specialists to achieve exceptional results.

To maintain the highest level of care, Justin is a member of several esteemed professional organisations, including:

Australian Dental Association (ADA)
Australian Prosthodontic Society (APS)
Academy of Australian & New Zealand Prosthodontists (AANZP)
International College of Prosthodontists (ICP)
Australasian Osseointegration Society (AOS)
International Team for Implantology (ITI)
Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeon (RACDS)

Dr Gidon Fixler

BHSc, MDent, DClinDent

Dr. Fixler completed his Masters of Dentistry at Latrobe University in 2017, graduating dux of his class. Gidon subsequently completed his Primary Examinations for the Royal Australian College of Dental Surgeons (RACDS) in 2018.

Dr. Fixler developed his clinical skills in Private practice in Ballarat and South East Melbourne before commencing his specialist training in Prosthodontics at the University of Melbourne in 2021. Gidon enjoys all aspects of prosthodontics, however, he has a particular interest in digital removable and fixed prosthodontic workflows.

Dr. Fixler is also actively involved with continuing education and lectures regularly on a national level. Gidon is a demonstrator in fixed prosthodontics at the University of Melbourne and Latrobe University. In addition, he is a committee member for the Australian Prosthodontic Society (Victorian branch). He is also involved with the gDR Advanced Restorative and Aesthetic Diploma programme. When he is not in clinical practice or teaching, Dr. Fixler is an avid rock climber.

Who's This Perfect For

just getting into implants

students keen to see what is possible after graduation

dentists who want to know the latest evidence base

dental technicians

recent grduates

assistants in the implant field

Day outline

8.30am doors open for registration

9am - 11:00am: Session 1

11am - 12pm: Brunch - food and drinks are provided

12pm - 2pm: Session 2

CPD: 4 hours

Brunch and drinks provided - please provide your food allergies

Recent Grads: $99

Dentists: $149 incl. GST .

Students: Limited Free Spots - ask your university GDR ambassador for the free code

SYDNEY: Sunday March 1st, 2026

Early Bird Rate until February 14th

BRISBANE: Sunday March 29th, 2026
Early Bird Rate until March 1st

MELBOURNE: Sunday August 23rd, 2026
Early Bird Rate until July 23rd

STILL NOT SURE?

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: What is the format and schedule for the events?

The events are structured as a Sunday Brunch running from approximately 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. The schedule includes:

Part 1 Lecture (9:00 – 11 am): Single Posterior Implant and Decision Making

Brunch (11:00 am – 12:00 pm)

Part 2 Lecture (12:00 – 2:00 pm): Single Anterior Implant and Decision Making, followed by a close.

Question 2: When and where are the Study Clubs taking place?

The events will be held in three locations with different speakers:

Sydney: Sunday, March 1st, 2026, with Dr. Cindy Zhou

Brisbane: Sunday, March 29th, 2026, with Dr. Justin Le

Melbourne: Sunday, August 23rd, 2026, with Dr. Gidon Fixler

Question 3: Will there be a hands-on component?

Yes, there will be an opportunity to experience implant restoration kits provided by Straumann. These "lunch and learn kits" include prosthetic models, membranates, and restorative componentry. The kits may be set up at tables or available near the sponsor booths during the brunch break for attendees to practice

Question 4: Where do I get the discount code as a student?

Contact your GDR ambassador and look out for the social media post on instagram for code details

Question 5: I am a previous gDR alumni and haven't used my free study club code

Please contact [email protected] with your details and which residency you attended to claim your code. The code is only available for those who claimed early bird sign up offers.