CPD to sink your teeth into
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About PerioVerse
PerioVerse was established in 2026 to improve the quality of CPD in the field of periodontics and dental implants.
Our workshops are engaging, practical and supported by the latest research. Numbers are limited to offer more personalised education.
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Adj. A/Prof Melinda Newnham
BDSc(WA) FRACDS DCD(Perio) FRACDS(Perio) FADI FITI FICD FPFA
Melinda is an experienced periodontist and educator. Melinda’s professional interests include patients with complex medical conditions, aesthetics, dental implants and the treatment of peri-implantitis.
Career history:
- Opened the Brunswick practice in May 2026.
- Founded Affinity Periodontics & Implatn Dentistry in 2024
- Academic Lead (Periodontics), La Trobe University (2022)
- Founder & Co-Director Women in Implantology (WIN) study group (2022)
- Counsultant Periodontist, Alfred Health (2010)
- Clinical tutor & examiner, postgraduate periodontics, UniMelb (2009)
- Clinical Periodontist, Moonee Ponds (2006-2024).
Melinda is also the proud mum of two teenage sons, and in her spare time loves food, wine, gaming, resistance training, reading, art and being a tourist.
Upcoming Events
WORKSHOP
Managing dental implants in real time
Friday July 31 2026, 2pm
For dentists, oral health therapists & hygienists.
Find out how to effectively manage dental implants in your patients over the long-term.
Includes practical skills to use in practice.
Supported by EMS, NSK & Acteon.
