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The bonus Wednesday is at no added cost for those who book our congress. We believe in the health, well being and energy of the team in dentistry. This will be a very powerful full day session covering various topics around various domains including:
1. How to create growth pathways for your team so that it inspires them
2. How to nurture well being for your team
3. How to ensure physical well being and ergonomics. This will include a practical session as well with a dental chair in place so that delegates can actually practice their positioning with their nurses and simulate 4 handed dentistry.

Session 1. How to convert obstacles into opportunities.

Speaker. Dr Dhru Shah
Aim: Identify a new way of growth in the modern world
Objectives :

Identify static growth and why we are programmed to develop this
List the new obstacles in the rapid changing world
Identify a new form of growth
Comprehend how this fits into dentistry and how it can spark enthusiams
Evaluate how practice team leaders, managers and owners can fit to help their teams and how it can help retain and recruit teams

Session 2. Become RESILIENT.

Speakers. Dr Jane Lelean and Nikki Laidi
Title. Become RESILIENT
Synopsis.
 In this engaging and empowering talk, newly qualified dentists, dental practice owners and dental teams will discover practical strategies to overcome mental health issues and cultivate resilience in their careers and day to day work.
Using the framework of the word RESILIENT, attendees will learn actionable steps to navigate challenges and thrive professionally.
The talk will begin by emphasising the importance of recognising and acknowledging personal challenges or issues. You will learn how to identify when they you are facing difficulties and the significance of taking proactive steps to address them

Aims
- For you to be able to reduce your stress.

Objectives
By the end of the workshop for you to have at least 9 approaches to choose from to reduce your stress.

Learning content
To use the word RESILIENT so you can understand your stressors and how to resolve them

Sesion 3. Physical well being: Happy Backs, Healthy Minds

Speakers. Dr Jane Lelean and Nikki Laidi.
Synopsis:
 - Join us for "ErgoDental - Happy Backs, Healthy Minds," a transformative program designed to empower young dentists with the tools and knowledge to revolutionise their practice and prioritise their wellbeing. In collaboration with a leading dental chair manufacturer, this seminar offers invaluable insights into ergonomic sitting techniques, ensuring a pain-free career and enhanced efficiency when working with your nurse. Say goodbye to unpredictability, stress, and wasted time as you discover how to optimise your workspace for maximum comfort and productivity. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your health and career success - join us and take the first step towards a happier, healthier practice

Aims

For you to be able to reduce your physical stress, by sitting correctly so that you can have a long pain free comfortable career. 
For you to learn ergonomic practices in dentistry for promoting physical health and wellbeing.

Objectives

To provide practical guidance on proper sitting posture for both dentists and their nurses to minimise discomfort and prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
To optimise the positioning of patients to enhance treatment outcomes and reduce strain on dental professionals.
To demonstrate effective techniques for holding instruments to maximise the visual field and improve precision during procedures.
To instruct participants on the correct utilisation of patient headrests to support proper spinal alignment and prevent back injuries
Objectives By the end of the presentation you will
Know how to sit correctly
How your nurse needs to sit correctly
How to position your patient to protect your back
How to use the head rest for a healthy back
The correct way to hold your instruments so your nurse can see.

Learning content

Ergonomics, sitting comfortably and how Aidec design their products for your back and mental health

Jane Lelean
Business Coach and Therapist
Dhru Shah
Specialist in Periodontics, Founder of Tubules, Founder of Tubules Foundation
Nikki Laidi
Dental Team Trainer