Diploma Implant Dentistry

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Why choose this Diploma?

  • Diploma Implant Dentistry

    Level 7 Approved by EduQual

  • Live Patient Training

    Clinical supervision and mentoring at our training centre on patients.

  • World Class Lecturing Team

    Led by experienced Implant Surgeons

  • Pathway to MSc

    Progress to University MSc 

    Our Diplomas are 120 Credits 

  • 18 Days

    Duration

  • 126 Hours

    Enhanced CPD

  • Hands On Training

    All Modules include Hands On Practicals

  • Support Throughout

    Our experienced lecturers will guide you through your cases.

Our Partnership

Smile Dental Academy delegates  receive a 50% discount on ADI membership. Association of Dental Implantology (ADI), helps you gain access to professional development, networking opportunities, and patient support—all vital components to complement your studies and elevate your career.

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Smile Dental Academy’s Diploma in Implant Dentistry provides dentists with the knowledge and understanding of the latest techniques in Implant Dentistry. There is a well-recognised and increasing demand from patients for implant dentistry in general dental practice. 

The Dip in Implant Dentistry aims to the cover the fundamental aspects of implant dentistry, allowing clinicians to treat straightforward implant cases in practice, under the guidance and mentorship of experienced implant clinicians. 

The Diploma will extend over a 12-month period involving 18 days of face to face teaching (incorporating lectures, hands on practical sessions, live oral and implant surgery sessions, and case based discussions) with a guided self-directed learning component between formal teaching days.

This comprehensive course is divided into a number of modules, covering Fundamentals of Implant Dentistry, Occlusion, Digital Implant Dentistry, Essential Minor Oral Surgery Skills, Fundamentals of Implant Placement Surgery, Principles of Implant Restoration, Hard and Soft Tissue management techniques, Sinus Considerations, All-on-4 Concept, & the Cadaver Workshop for Complex Implant Surgery. 

In addition to the hands-on contact days, delegates will have one-to-one mentoring in their clinical cases. These cases are to be completed at a Smile Dental Academy Implant Dentistry accredited practice or a delegate’s clinical practice. 

The course will be delivered by a team of experienced implant dentists, periodontal specialists and restorative specialists, providing a perfect blend of hospital and practice based clinical practice. 

Delegates will gain knowledge and practical skills allowing them to assess, evaluate and diagnose cases and treat simple implant cases in their clinical practice. Comprehensive support will be provided throughout the course with each delegate assigned a named personal course mentor.

Our Programmes are level 7 approved by EduQual which leads to a Post Graduate Diploma. This is subject to a satisfactory presentation of a clinical portfolio and assessments. Guidance of which is given throughout the course by the Programme Directors. 

EduQual is a regulated awarding body, approved by SQA-Accreditation, a globally-recognised national qualifications regulator in the UK.


They  are a full member of the Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB).

🚨 If these dates don’t work for you, no worries! You can always make up any missed sessions by joining other cohorts. 😊

Who is the programme for?

This programme is designed for dentists who are looking to enhance their clinical practice and skills, through a platform which offers continual access to support, advice and knowledge. The Diploma in Implant Dentistry is suitable for dentists working in any type of practice. It caters for a wide range of dentistry so that delegates can enhance their clinical skills no matter which environment they are working in.

How will this programme benefit you?

The Diploma Implant Dentistry aims to help add to, refine and strengthen clinical skills, thereby building clinical confidence, whilst continuously refining patient communication and management. By developing the skills in assessing case suitability and complexity, and with the support of our lecturers, delegates will be able to take on a larger array of dental treatments, applicable to all types of dental practice. 

Why are we different?

The Diploma in Implant Dentistry was set up to help dentists feel supported in their day-to-day clinical practice. The programme is designed to not only enhance clinical skills, but help, coach delegates, allowing them to assess their own clinical settings, to help ensure they get the most out of the programme. 


PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

  1. Introduction to implants - Patient selection, Assessment & Medicolegal

  2. Occlusion in Implant Dentistry

  3. Treatment planning in Implant Dentistry

  4. Minor Oral Surgery Masterclass

  5. Simple Implant & Immediate Implant Placement placement surgery

  6. Digital Workflow 

  7. CBCT Masterclass Day 1

  8. CBCT Masterclass Day 2

  9. Bone defects and their management

  10. Bone augmentation

  11. Soft Tissue Grafting

  12. Restoration of implants 1: Fixed prosthesis

  13. 13. Restoration of implants 2: Removable prosthesis

  14. All - on - X treatment concept: Teeth in a day

  15. Sinus Considerations in Implant Dentistry

  16. Complications in Implant Dentistry

  17. Live Patient Training

  18. Live Patient Training

Live Patient Training

Implant Mentor to come to your practice

We can also arrange for one of our Certified Implant Mentors to come to your dental practice and mentor you. Depending which treatment you would like to be mentored for we can arrange the appropriate clinician. These treatments can range from simple single implant placement to sinus lifts, bone grafts, All-on-4 and zygomatic implants. There is an extra fee payable to the Certified Implant Mentor.

Certified Centre Implant Patients

We have a waiting list of patients at our Certifies Centre in London which you can treat under the supervision of our Implant Mentors. This is included in your course fee. 

Patients at our Certified Centres

You can bring your own patients to one of our Certified Centres. The patient will pay the practice the fee for their treatment and you will be mentored at no extra cost under the supervision of our experienced Implant Mentors. This is included in your course fee.

Course Structure

This diploma is structured into modules, blending online learning, hands-on training, and live patient sessions.

  • Duration: 18 Days (1 weekend a month - Friday & Saturday)

  • Flexibility: If the dates don’t work out for you, you can always make up any missed sessions by joining other cohorts.

  • Intake: March & September

  • Format: Online Modules + Practical Training Days + Live Patient Training

  • Location: London & Manchester

Fees & Payment Plans

This diploma is structured into modules, blending online learning, hands-on training, and live patient sessions.

  • Cost per day: £595 + vat

  • Total Cost: £10710 + vat

  • Deposit: £500 + vat

  • Monthly Plan: £426 + vat × 24 months (0% interest)

How we support you

At Smile Dental Academy, our commitment to our delegates goes beyond just providing exceptional training; we aim to create a nurturing environment that fosters professional growth. We understand that each delegate is unique, and our support system is tailored to meet diverse needs, ensuring that everyone has access to the resources required to excel in their dental careers.

Smile Dental Academy is committed to fostering the growth of its delegates through a comprehensive support system. This includes providing access to a wealth of educational resources, tailored mentorship programmes, and continuous professional development opportunities. Delegates benefit from interactive workshops and hands-on training that enhance their skills and confidence in clinical practices. Additionally, the academy promotes a collaborative environment, encouraging delegates to share experiences and learn from one another, which cultivates a strong sense of community within the dental profession. By prioritising their delegates' needs, Smile Dental Academy ensures that each individual is well-equipped to excel in their careers.

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