Description
For veterinarians, the course introduces core principles of radiographic interpretation, including recognition of normal anatomy, key landmarks, and common dental and oral pathologies. Emphasis is placed on integrating radiographic findings into treatment planning to support accurate diagnosis and optimal patient outcomes.
Key Skills:
- Confidently capture high-quality, diagnostic full-mouth dental radiographs in dogs and cats. (Vets and nurses/ Technicians)
- Apply advanced radiographic techniques to image challenging anatomical regions (such as areas affected by the zygomatic arch and brachycephalic breeds) to enhance diagnostic yield (Vets and nurses/ Technicians)
- Troubleshoot and correct common technical errors during image acquisition (Vets and nurses/ Technicians)
- Correctly use, maintain and care for dental radiographic equipment (Veterinary Nurses/Technicians)
- Interpret dental radiographs to recognise normal anatomy, anatomical landmarks, and common dental and oral pathologies. (Vets)
- Integrate radiographic findings into treatment planning to support accurate diagnosis and improve patient outcomes. (Vets)
Speaker Biography
Dr. Kayoko Kuroda
BVSc, MANZCVS Small Animal Dentistry and Oral Surgery
Dr Kayoko Kuroda graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 2006. Since completing her degree, she has pursued her twin passions of teaching and clinical practice while working in small animal general practice around Queensland. She obtained Membership in the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS) in Small Animal Dentistry and Oral Surgery in 2018.
Based in Brisbane (QLD), Dr Kayo is currently working as a consultant at Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) in Sunshine Coast and roving veterinary dentistry referral practice, Mobile Pet Dentistry, as well as a small animal general practice, a few days a week, where she manages complex cases and performs advanced dentistry.
Alongside her clinical work, Dr Kayo is an active and committed educator, delivering lectures and hands-on workshops in small animal dentistry across Australia and internationally. Her teaching portfolio includes contributions to the University of Sydney’s Centre for Veterinary Education (CVE) and other continuing education platforms.
Maggie Burley
RVN, Cert IV VN, Dip VN (Dental), VTS (Dentistry), Cert IV TAE
With 20 years’ experience in the industry, Maggie has a passion for the care of dental patients that led her to achieving the Diploma of Veterinary Nursing (Dental) and the Veterinary Technician Specialty (Dentistry). Her career has spanned both general practice and specialty, and working alongside vets with Memberships in Dentistry assisting in more advanced procedures. Her passion for dentistry is contagious which has led her into her current role with iM3 in Clinic Support & Education. Maggie provides instruction and support both locally to small teams in their clinics, domestically at various Conferences and to International audiences on a wide variety of dentistry related topics. As a member of the WSAVA Global Dental Committee, Maggie represents the pivotal role that veterinary nurses & technicians play in the care of the dental patient.
Value to your practice
This workshop delivers immediate, practical benefits to your veterinary team and your clinic’s standard of care. By improving the ability to obtain and interpret high-quality dental radiographs, your team will enhance diagnostic accuracy, streamline dental procedures, and reduce patient anaesthetic times.
Veterinarians will gain stronger confidence in identifying oral pathology and making informed treatment decisions, while nurses and technicians will develop the technical skills to consistently capture clear, diagnostic images and maintain radiographic equipment effectively. The result is a more efficient, collaborative dental workflow that elevates patient outcomes, client satisfaction, and overall clinic productivity.
Event Details
Start date: June 12, 2026
End date: June 12, 2026
End time: 17:00 AEDT
Venue: Advanced Centre for Education (ACE) Facility
Coordinates: -33.8090606251281, 151.14915218091693
Directions: 21 Chaplin Dr, Lane Cove NSW 2066, Australia
