The details on this page are for the 2023-24 year of entry (programme starting in April 2024). The final application deadline is 26 February 2024. Please check the entry requirements section when considering this course.
The postgraduate diploma in Operative Dentistry is designed to enhance the operative skills of newly-qualified dentists, as well as experienced practitioners wishing to upskill, whilst they continue to work in general dental practice. Course participants will develop the technical, diagnostic and treatment planning skills necessary to practice modern clinical operative dentistry effectively and efficiently. Topics covered will include the comprehensive management of single and multiple crown/onlay restorations, treatment planning, aesthetic composite restorations, occlusion, dental implants, resin bonded tooth replacement, removable prosthodontics, tooth surface loss, bleaching, rotary endodontics, restoring the endodontically treated tooth and the development of a variety of complementary skills.
“I feel more confident treating patients. ”
It is expected that postgraduates will continue in general dental practice, offering a higher standard of clinical care with increased confidence, ability and professional reward. They might also use the programme to enter into assessment via the Royal College of Surgeons or equivalent to be able to practice as an enhanced practitioner.
The diploma has been designed to equip you with the components needed to apply for a dentist with enhanced skills to your local commissioning group.
It is expected that postgraduates will continue in general dental practice, offering a higher standard of clinical care with increased confidence, ability and professional reward. They might also use the programme to enter into assessment via the Royal College of Surgeons or equivalent to be able to practice as an enhanced practitioner.
The diploma has been designed to equip you with the components needed to apply for a dentist with enhanced skills to your local commissioning group.
Our first application deadline for 2024 entry is 8 December 2023. This is the final deadline for Overseas applications. After this date, the programme will remain open to Home applications only if places are still available and will be closed as soon as it is full. No further Home applications will be accepted after 26 February 2024.
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