Manchester Dental Implant Foundation Course
Tuesday 8th July - Saturday 12th July 2025
£1,775.00 per delegate
This course meets the General Dental Council's educational criteria for verifiable ECPD and 15 hours online CPD and 35 hours of face to face. Totalling 50 CPD points will be awarded.
Course Leader:
Dr Chris Waith
BDS Hons, MFDS.
Chris has a special interest in oral surgery and has spent time at general and university hospitals teaching undergraduates, MSc students and DCTs .
He currently leads the NW FD and GDP oral surgery program, has recently started a PGDip/PGCert and teaches/mentors privately around the UK.
Course Outline
This is a multi-system, multi-speaker blended learning course with 15 hours online CPD before 35 hours of face to face CPD (approx 15 of which is either hands on or interactive).
Your dental assistant is welcome to attend on the Saturday for a free nurses program!
Aims
The Foundations of Dental Implantology course is designed to provide dental professionals with an in-depth understanding of implant treatment planning, surgical placement, prosthetic rehabilitation, digital workflows, and implant maintenance. The course will equip learners with the necessary theoretical and practical skills to successfully assess, plan, and execute basic implant cases, while also understanding the limitations and complexities involved.
Objectives
Day 1 – Fundamentals of Implant Treatment Planning
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Understand the history and evolution of dental implants
Define key implant terminology, including osseointegration, implant dimensions, and surface characteristics
Compare implant types (bone vs. tissue level, screw vs. cement retained, platform switching)
Assess patient factors affecting implant success, including medical history, occlusion, periodontal stability, and bone quality
Evaluate alternative treatment options (endo, re-endo, apical surgery, bridges, dentures)
Apply SAC classification to assess case complexity
Develop a structured approach to implant treatment planning
Day 2 – Surgical Techniques in Implant Placement
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Demonstrate sterile surgical setup, handwashing, and scrubbing techniques
Identify implant instrumentation and surgical kits
Explain different implant placement protocols (late, delayed, immediate, immediate load)
Select appropriate grafting materials (GBR, xenografts, allografts, membranes)
Compare different flap designs and their healing outcomes
Understand implant drilling protocols (standard, slow drilling, Versah drills)
Perform implant placement on models and animal heads
Day 3 – Restorative Phase: Implant Prosthetics
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Differentiate screw vs. cement-retained prostheses
Explain abutment-level vs. fixture-level restorations
Compare various restorative materials (zirconia, metal-ceramic, metal-acrylic)
Understand implant impression techniques (open vs. closed tray, stock vs. custom tray)
Demonstrate correct prosthetic fitting and torque application
Discuss overdenture solutions (locator vs. bar systems)
Troubleshoot common restoration challenges
Day 4 – Digital Implant Dentistry
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Understand the role of digital workflows in implant planning and restoration
Explain CBCT scanning and digital planning principles
Compare different intraoral scanners and their applications
Design and evaluate digital surgical stents
Differentiate milling vs. 3D printing in implant restorations
Execute a digital implant planning workflow using CBCT scans
Day 5 – Implant Maintenance & Managing Complications
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Identify common implant complications (mechanical, biological, and aesthetic failures)
Recognize failing vs. ailing implants and develop treatment strategies
Establish long-term recall and maintenance protocols for implant patients
Revise SAC classification to identify suitable first implant cases
Improve communication with patients regarding treatment options and expectations
Development Outcome A, B, C, D
To book a place on the course please fill out the form below
We will then contact you to arrange payment of the non-refundable deposit.
MANDEC Course Terms and Conditions
- All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable in all instances.
- The full balance must be paid no later than 28 days prior to the course start date. Cancellations made after this point will be subject to a 100% cancellation fee (ie the full price of the course).
- Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Places will be allocated on receipt of the completed registration form and payment of the deposit.
Once the booking form and deposit have been received full confirmation will be sent out.
Contact : 0161 529 6461 , 0161 529 6462 or 0161 529 6463