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Webinar: From Learning to Confidence: A 10-Year Dental Journey

In this 60-minute live interview, Dr Andrea Shepperson sits down with Dr Alicia Wade to explore Alicia’s 10-year journey in dentistry — from early career uncertainty to confident, considered practice. Together, they unpack how education, mentorship, and in-person learning shaped Alicia’s: Clinical judgment Professional confidence Career direction Sense of belonging in dentistry This is a values-based discussion about learning together, and why hands-on education still matters in a digital world.

Learning outcomes

Early career expectations vs the reality of practice Confidence gaps in the first years after graduation The moment Alicia realised education isn’t the same as content Why she sought in-person, hands-on learning (and the investment involved) What surprised her most about higher-level education Learning with people vs consuming content Why hands-on education accelerates judgment — not just skill Global perspectives on education, pressure, and professional culture Why the next decade of dentistry will favour connection, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary fluency

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Speakers

Dr Andrea Shepperson DDS

Dr Andrea Shepperson is an internationally recognised clinician, thought leader and educator. Author of Managing Tooth Wear: A Comprehensive Guide for General Practice, one of Australasia’s best known general dentists, she graduated from the University of Otago in 1984. A practicing clinician in Auckland, she understands the day-to-day challenges of general practice. Andrea is New Zealand's only Digital Smile Design KOL and Master, running New Zealand's first DSD Clinic. She is an Honorary Life Member of the NZ Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and a Mentor and Alumni of the Kois Centre.

Dr Andrea Shepperson 

Dr Alicia Wade BDS (Hons) PGDip Restorative & Aesthetic Dentistry (Distinction)

Dr Alicia Wade is a general dentist with an interest in restorative and aesthetic dentistry, smile design, and the management of tooth wear. She graduated with Honours from the University of Manchester in 2016. Since graduation, Alicia has followed a structured pathway of postgraduate clinical development, with a strong emphasis on hands-on, in-person training. This includes completing Dr Andrea Shepperson’s advanced tooth wear programme (2023–2024) and achieving a Postgraduate Level 7 Diploma in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry with Distinction in 2025.

Webinar: From Learning to Confidence: A 10-Year Dental Journey


Speakers:

Dr Andrea Shepperson DDS

Dr Alicia Wade BDS (Hons) PGDip Restorative & Aesthetic Dentistry (Distinction)

Wednesday 4th Feb 2026
8:00pm - 9:00pm
Venue: Shepperson Education Training Centre
112 Nick Johnstone Drive
Waiheke Island
Region: Auckland
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