2025/06/08: Mastery for Instrument Longevity, Selection, and Optimization

Presented by: Kathleen Bokrossy, RDH

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Assess, Maintain, Retire, Replace: Mastery for Instrument Longevity, Selection and Optimization 

A Hands-On Workshop for Assessing, Sharpening, and Instrument Selection.

(Includes rdhu Sharpening Kit (med/fine dual side stone | Guide | Ergonomic Test Stick) Value of $62 

 

CE Hours: 6 (Live Course at rdhu)

 

Date: Sunday, June 8th

Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

 

Course Location:

 

rdhu

980 Fraser Drive, Suite 214

Burlington, ON

 

*Close to the Hamilton and Pearson airports. Hotel recommendation below.

 

Program Description:

Maximize the longevity and performance of your hand instruments in this hands-on, immersive workshop designed for dental hygienists committed to clinical excellence. This full-day experience will refine your skills in instrument maintenance, sharpening techniques, ultrasonic tip selection, timely replacement, and strategic instrument curation—optimizing efficiency and ensuring long-term instrument integrity.
 

In the morning session, you will master sharpening techniques, assess the functional safety and longevity of hand instruments, and evaluate ultrasonic inserts to determine when to replace or retire them. The afternoon session focuses on ultrasonic instrumentation application, hands-on exploration of both available hand instruments and new designs, and strategic instrument kit development to streamline workflows and reduce redundancy.
 

To ensure lasting impact in your practice, we will conclude with an interactive session on instrumentation budgeting. You'll learn how to assemble customized instrument kits that align with your ideal clinical day and create an annual budgeting strategy that secures buy-in from decision-makers—ensuring you always have high-quality, effective instruments in your hands.

 

Learning Objectives:

 

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

 

  1. Assess the condition and longevity of hand instruments determining when to sharpen, maintain, retire, or replace instruments to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
  2. Sharpen instruments effectively to preserve cutting efficiency, reduce operator fatigue, and extend instrument lifespan.
  3. Evaluate ultrasonic insert wear and assess intended use to ensure optimal performance and clinical effectiveness
  4. Explore new instrument designs and hybrid instruments to enhance efficiency while minimizing unnecessary replacements.
  5. Build customized instrument kits that support clinical workflows while maximizing instrument longevity and reducing costs.
  6. Develop a strategic annual instrumentation budget and investment plan to present to practice decision-makers.
  7. Empower dental hygienists with the confidence and knowledge to advocate for high-quality instrumentation, optimize instrument performance, and implement long-term maintenance strategies for clinical success.

 

Bonus: Each participant receives an rdhu Sharpening Kit to take home!

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What Your Colleagues Have Said About Kathleen's Instrumentation Courses: 

 

  • I enjoyed this course from start to finish. Very informative with lots of hands on learning. I can say I feel confident in my sharpening abilities now! ~ Rebekah
  • Very helpful and informative. Loved the guide and the stone. ~ Liz
  • Thoroughly enjoyed this workshop. Great refresher from what I learned in school. Very good tips; excellent instruction and material covered. ~ Mary Anne
  • Having a small class really helped as the presenter was able to go to each one of us and provide with feedback. ~ Ravneet
  • It was great! Presented well - Kathleen walked around and made sure we were completing each instrument correctly. ~ Amy
  • Kathleen delivered the course in a clear and articulate manner; lots of useful tips! ~ Munira
  • Excellent! I have struggled with sharpening since my grad 3 years ago. Excited to head back to practice and do some sharpening!! Thanks again. ~Regan
  • It was very informative and excellent. I learned alot today! ~ Ellena
  • I really enjoyed this course, it really helped me with my sharpening. I feel confident in my sharpening now. ~ Tianna

 

 

 

Hotel Recommendation:
 

Sandman

3451 S Service Rd W

Oakville, ON, L6L 0C3

(289) 881-7263

 

Register at the Sandman Oakville Hotel just down the road from rdhu! Click here to access the booking and use PROMO CODE: RDHU to receive our Corporate Rate!