Gummy Smiles – an interdisciplinary approach
Join us for a collaborative evening where we deep dive into the topic of gummy smiles. Often presenting with a myriad of clinical phenotypes and multifaceted aetiology, this phenomenon can lead to uncertainty in diagnosis and management. Our practical and interactive session will outline a structured approach to diagnosis and will discuss both periodontal and orthodontic treatment options for varying levels of severity. We’ll use real patient cases to highlight red flags to watch out for and share practical tips on when to refer and who to refer to. We look forward to seeing you there!
Dr Charlotte Hurst BDS Hons, MFDS RCPS(Glasg), DClinDent (Ortho)
Charlotte is a New Zealand-certified orthodontist working in the Bay of Plenty. Born and raised in Cornwall, UK, she graduated with her BDS from Cardiff University in 2015. She spent 5 years gaining clinical experience in general dental practice (NHS and private), Maxillofacial Hospital Dentistry, and, since moving to New Zealand in 2018, she predominantly worked as a Community Dentist for Wellington before pursuing her 3-year full-time specialist orthodontic training at Otago University in Dunedin. Charlotte graduated from Otago in May 2024 and holds a particular interest in Molar Hypomineralisation cases requiring complex interdisciplinary care. Her doctoral thesis investigated the impact this condition has on severely affected children, their caregivers and orthodontic clinical practice. She is an active member of the New Zealand Association of Orthodontists and the New Zealand Dental Association. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, pilates and seeking the best coffee spots in the Bay.
Dr Jono Martin BDS, DClinDent (Perio)
Jono is a Specialist Periodontist and Implant Surgeon working at TPDI - Tauranga Periodontics and Dental Implants. He has a comprehensive background in dentistry, having practised in the hospital and private sectors in Masterton, New Plymouth and Dunedin before advancing to specialist training. Jono’s areas of interest include soft tissue grafting, dental implants, and bone augmentation. His research focuses on the development and application of novel biogels for tissue regeneration. He is an active member of several professional organisations, including the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Periodontists and the New Zealand Society for Sedation in Dentistry. Jono has presented lectures, seminars, and surgical training programmes in New Zealand and overseas. His approach to periodontal care is rooted in evidence-based practice and a commitment to patient-centered outcomes. He uri ia nō Tūhoe, Ngāti Whakaue, Ngāti Kahungunu me Ngāti Porou.
Schedule
Dinner RSVPs will close Friday 28th August - you are welcome to attend just the meeting and presentation if you do not wish to/can’t attend dinner.
If you are attending the presentation via Zoom, please see the Zoom meeting link in the August newsletter email you will be sent ahead of the meeting. Thank you.
Schedule
6:15pm - 7:15pm: Dinner
7:15pm - 7:45pm: Branch Meeting
7:45pm - 9:00pm: Presentation