Oral Implants

The Diploma

The diploma is available to general dental practitioners to progressively advance their knowledge and skills in surgical and prosthodontic aspects of implant dentistry. The program will support candidates to achieve competency in management, examination, diagnosis of more “advanced” cases of single tooth restoration in the anterior maxilla and posterior mandible, grafting as part of site preparation, more advanced imaging, and advanced implant prosthodontics.

Courses are associated with formal assessment procedures. A minimal pass standard is required for each component of the program.

Assessment includes:

Mentor feedback on treated cases
Case presentations during the block program
Case reports of treated patients with sign off of Clinical Progress forms for each case
Written examinations

Candidates are encouraged to read widely from the current scientific literature. The assignments follow a similar style of writing and required critical appraisal of the literature.

Oral Implant Education

Post graduate diploma Level – General practice
To develop an understanding of the anatomy, underlying physiology and biomechanics with dental implant treatment.
To develop an understanding of the role of dental implants in restorative care.
To develop an ability to assess treatment plan and provide clinical care for complex cases involving dental implants where the patient is not medically compromised and the implant sites are not physically compromised.
To develop an ability to recognize complex implant cases where a specialist team approach is required and be able to make appropriate referrals.

Modules

Introduction and Rationale for Dental Implants
Patient Assessment
Diagnostic Records
Medicolegal considerations and risk management
Effects of tooth loss
Anatomic & Biological principles
Timing of implant placement
Extraction techniques and ridge preservation
Implant occlusion and biomechanics
Loading protocols
Surgical instrumentation
Flap design and management
Suture technique and material selection
Surgical protocols for Implant placement
Soft Tissue augmentation procedures
Hard Tissue augmentation procedures
Impression Techniques
Implants in the Aesthetic Zone
Provisional restorations
Prosthetic considerations for Cement versus Screw-retained restorations
Abutment Selection
Delivering the definitive prosthesis
Prosthodontic rehabilitation for the fully edentulous patient
Hygiene instructions and recall interval
Biological complications
Prosthetic complications
Laboratory implant procedures

FAQ’s

Areas of Study

The program focuses on the clinical practice of oral implant restoration.

Who is the program aimed at?

The program focuses on the clinical practice of oral implant restoration.

Professional Recognition

The program is accredited by Eduqual for a Level 7 Diploma.

Admission Requirements

Admission normally requires a Bachelor of Dentistry or equivalent which is registrable for practice. In addition, applicants must demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of oral implants and have experience in dento-alveolar surgery.

Program structure

The program normally involves 1.5 years of part-time study. To qualify for the degree of Graduate Diploma in Dental Implants, candidates must complete coursework and gain clinical experience with a minimum of 4 implant cases. The coursework component is delivered online and practical clinical experience is gained at Australasian College of Dental Practitioners, Australia or another accredited training centre at a Clinical Residency 5 days with the supervision of mentors.

Residency Dates

Next Intakes:

Cohort 3: 01/03/2023 – 05/03/2023 & 06/09/2023 – 10/09/2023 – FULL

Cohort 4: 29/03/2023 – 02/04/2023 & 30/08/2023 – 03/09/2023 – FULL

Cohort 5: 03/04/2024 – 07/04/2024 & 25/09/2024 – 29/09/2024 – APPLICATIONS OPEN

Cohort 6: 15/05/2024 – 19/05/2024 & 30/09/2024 – 04/10/2024 – APPLICATIONS OPEN

To apply, please complete the form on the CONTACT page and we will email you an application.

Location

2/63A Archer Street, Chatswood NSW 2067

Tuition Fee $31,000.00 + GST

Fees: If you are accepted into the Diploma we require an enrolment fee of $2,000.00 with the final payment due two months prior to the commencement of the first residency. Specialist finance available through Credabl.