Inviting all Dental practitioners and Allied personnel
BDSG is committed to bringing quality, affordable, relevant and informative continuing education for all dental practitioners and allied staff. We are based in the Albury-Wodonga area; however, we desire to include all surrounding regions of the Riverina of New South Wales and the Northeast of Victoria.
Here you will find details of upcoming events and seminars.
Here you will find details of upcoming events and seminars.
Wednesday 17th June 2026
6:30pm for 7pm Lecture start
Cathryn Carboon
RDH, Master Health Promotion, TAE, FADH
Cathryn is a registered, practicing dental hygienist and holds a Master of Health Promotion from Deakin University. Cathryn has had a diverse career for 40 years in both the public and private dental sector; working in general practice, orthodontics, periodontics and special needs dentistry. Cathryn has practiced in many parts of the world, including Adelaide, Brisbane, Ballarat, Wangaratta, Neuss (Germany) and Wellington (New Zealand).
Cathryn brings with her extensive clinical knowledge and experience, and has been a valued member of the Colgate Scientific Affairs Team since 2006, working closely with the University and TAFE sectors to educate the future profession. Cathryn is an engaging lecturer and holds a current TAE qualification.
Cathryn is currently the Oral Health Association of Australia (OHAA) VIC TAS Chair and OHAA representative on the Australian Dental Association (Victorian Branch) Oral Health Committee and the Victorian Oral Health Alliance. In 2025 Cathryn became an inaugural Fellow in Advanced Dental Hygiene, with the Australasian College of Oral Health Practitioners. Cathryn served 10 years as National Network Coordinator for Oral Health with Services for Australian Rural and Remote Allied Health. Cathryn was a member of the Dental Hygienists Association of Australia (DHAA) since 1988 and was honoured with Life Membership in 2024.
Cathryn has won several international awards including the 2023 International Federation of Dental Hygienist’s (IFDH) Social Responsibility Award, the 2016 IFDH & Global Child Dental Fund Social Responsibility Award and the 2018 DHAA National Oral Health Award.
Cathryn has authored 2 children’s oral health books ‘Who is the Tooth Fairy’s best friend?’ and “Pyjama Fairy & Friends.” She is the program lead for the SmileCARE oral health in aged care project. She has a special interest in the impact of menopause on oral health, having presented at the Australian Women’s Weekly Health Summit in Melbourne in 2025.
Meno Mouth Madness: Improving oral health during menopause and beyond!
By Cathryn Carboon, RDH, Master Health Promotion, TAE, FADH
Menopause is considered a taboo subject, with many women feeling ashamed or stigmatised and suffering in silence. Menopause is often overlooked in the discussion on oral and general health. There is limited awareness of the impact of menopause on oral health by patients and oral health professionals alike.
Menopause significantly impacts oral health, primarily due to declining estrogen, leading to an increased risk of oral health issues, including xerostomia, periodontal disease, hypersensitivity, caries, oral candidiasis and burning mouth syndrome.
Oral health professionals need to understand the impact of menopause on oral health and review specific oral health recommendations for women experiencing menopause, so they feel confident to engage with women during this life stage and provide tailored, preventive oral healthcare to improve women’s oral health related quality of life.
By attending this presentation, oral health professionals will gain confidence in discussing this topic with patients and navigating their own menopause journey. It’s time to break down the barriers surrounding this topic!
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