Vancouver Society of Restorative Dentistry

Bring us your complex cases

The purpose of our club is to provide prosthodontic training and mentorship to dentists at all skill levels. Typical prosthodontic cases we see include, implant restorations, single or multiple crowns, veneers, full mouth treatment planning consultations, cases with complex occlusions, and dentures.

Contact

Location

Patterson Learning Centre
2199 Wesbrook Mall, UBC

Contact Info

info@vsrd.org

Upcoming dates

September 19
October 17
November 21
January 16, 2025
February 20
March 20
April 17
May 15

“Over the many years of which I have been a part of this study club, I have come to appreciate the wealth of experience provided both by the mentors who have led this group and that of my fellow members. Their experience have brought my clinical skills to a higher level. Not only does this club offer a great setting in which to learn but it also offers a wonderful camaraderie of friendships through the profession which we share together. This study club has and continues to be a career highlight for me.”

More Testimonials Below

Details

What, When and where

The study club consists of a patient care session, followed by a lecture component. Included in membership fees are post-lecture dinner on select dates.

We typically meet from 1:00pm to 5:00pm, every third Thursday from September to May. All sessions are held at the Patterson Learning Centre (2199 Wesbrook) Mall on the University of British Columbia campus. There are up to 32 Continuing Education hours available for members.

Our mentor

Dr. Beyak graduated from the University of Alberta with his DDS in 1984 and was involved in both private dental practice as well as the course coordinator, didactic and clinical instructor of Complete Removable Prosthodontics at the University of Alberta until 1987. He attended the Advanced Program in Prosthodontics at the University of Southern California, in Los Angeles California, graduating in 1992. Dr. Beyak has published as well as lectured internationally on topics including dental materials, occlusion and fixed and removable prostheses. In 1995, he was examined by the American Board of Prosthodontics and received their Diplomate recognition as well as Fellowship in the American College of Prosthodontics. In 2003 he was examined by the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and currently holds their Fellowship in Prosthodontics as well. Dr. Beyak currently maintains a private practice as a Certified Specialist of Prosthodontics in Victoria, British Columbia since 1993. Dr. Beyak has been our club mentor since 2014.

Testimonials

“Over the many years of which I have been a part of this study club, I have come to appreciate the wealth of experience provided both by the mentors who have led this group and that of my fellow members. Their experience have brought my clinical skills to a higher level. Not only does this club offer a great setting in which to learn but it also offers a wonderful camaraderie of friendships through the profession which we share together. This study club has and continues to be a career highlight for me.”

— Dr. Blaine Cairns

“The idea of a hands on study club was appealing for a number of reasons. It provided a comparison as to how the work that I turned out compared to the rest of the members, and perhaps in turn to the rest of the profession. It was interesting to hear what the mentor thought of the preparation, sometimes he could spot things that I had missed just from staring at the same tooth for too long. Not all of the learning happens in the clinic or lecture hall. A lot of it happened from speaking to the other members whether it be regarding clinical issues, practice management, or ethical issues. The collegial attitude is conducive to the sharing of ideas.”

— Dr. Gary Wong

“ I was approached to join this Study Club by my predecessor/mentor Dr. Bruce McAlpine. It has made me a better clinician over the years. This kind of continuing education is the best way to learn, if you are interested. The camaraderie is also great. ”

— Dr. Clive Bethel

“I was hooked after my first session; I felt my knowledge grow in the first patient interaction I observed. Throughout my time in this study club, I’ve felt my clinical skills constantly improve. One added benefit I’ve felt is the camaraderie that develops working side by side with the other club members. Study clubs like this one are rare, my experience here has been irreplaceable. ”

— Dr. Varun Saran