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Diploma in Implantology 

The Diploma in Implantology  was set up to help dentists advance their day to day clinical practice using technology at the core of their provision. 
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Diploma in Implantology 
The International Digital Dental Academy provides education for dental professionals who want to develop their use of digital technology in clinical practice.

This programme focuses on digital implant planning, guided surgery and implant restorative workflows. It is designed for dentists with prior implant training who want to build on their existing knowledge and incorporate digital techniques into their practice.

Successful completion of the required learning and assessments leads to the IDDA issued Diploma in Digital Implantology and Guided Surgery.

A prior implant qualification covering conventional implant theory is required.
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Who is the programme for?

The programme is designed for dentists with existing implant training who want to develop their understanding and application of digital implantology and guided surgery.

Online learning allows participants to study alongside clinical practice, while practical training supports the application of the techniques covered.

Applicants should review the course prerequisites and contact the programme team if they are unsure whether their previous training is suitable.
THE IDDA - POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA in Implantology 

Digital technology for implant practice

Explore digital planning, surgical guide workflows, 3D printing and full arch implant treatment.
The programme builds on conventional implant knowledge and focuses on integrating digital tools into clinical workflows.

3D Printing. Guided Implantology. Full arch edentulous guided surgery. Digital workflows but covering a conventional Implant postgraduate curriculum.

A digital masterclass on Implantology to maximise your use of a scanner. We cover what you'll need to be digital Implantology master.

I was astonished by the scientifically based knowledge right from the start .I can't wait to see what is waiting for me ahead...The instructors are very helpful and deliver great tips !
Rafah hussain - student
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How will this programme benefit you?

The programme aims to strengthen your understanding of digital implant planning, guided surgery and restorative workflows.

Learning focuses on treatment planning, recognising case complexity, patient communication and the application of digital techniques in clinical practice.

Alongside the course content, you will have access to IDDA’s 24/7 support community, where you can ask questions, share cases and seek guidance from fellow members and the IDDA team.

The diploma records successful completion of IDDA’s programme and assessment requirements. Acceptance for further study or professional membership is determined by the receiving institution or professional body.

Why are we different?

Our programme brings digital technology into the study of implantology and guided surgery.
Online learning, assessment and practical training connect the principles taught with their application in clinical workflows. Participants can develop their knowledge while continuing to work in practice.
The focus is on understanding how digital tools can support clinical planning and treatment, including their limitations and the importance of appropriate case selection.
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Prof Adam Nulty
Prof Chris Lefkaditis
Prof Patrik Zachrisson
Prof Quintus Van Tonder
Dr. med. Jan Hajtó
Dr August de Oliveira
Dr Federica Antonellini
Milos Miladinov
Ralph Georg
Dr Sandy Limerick
Christian Coachman
Hugo Patrao
Prof Riaz Yar
Dr Shaam Shamsi
Eric Kukuca
Dr Hossam Dawa
Dr Wally Renne
Ray Rophie
Dr Martin Attariani
Dr David Veige

The IDDA Faculty

A Course Built On Technology

#Guided Surgery | #Digital Implantology | #Minimially Invasive | #Medit Included | #Hands On Training

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Maximise your investment
maximise the use of the digital technology that you have invested in.
A scanner is necessary to complete the course. If you dont have one, we can help through scanclub.co.uk
This course will help you with a smooth and interactive workflow with software that will adapt to your needs throughout the course using apps to accompany each of the core subjects.
In Person Hands On Study Included
The hands on study days will put the knowledge learning through online interactive content into practice. Students will be guided in the more complex practical sessions through advanced learning using high powered laptops. Students will have access to the very latest technology possible in our Digital Dentistry training facility in London. 
Optional Residency
Another option for each student is a work place residency at one of our advanced, award winning clinics. Students who sign up to this option will have a tutor at hand throughout the placement. Residency consists of one day/week placement at one of multiple clinic options throughout the UK. The duration is available from 1 - 6 months. Cost dependent on length of residency and availability is extremely limited.

Learners Maximum Per Cohort

Assignments

Hours

Days Hands On Training

Control your Course Options & Fees

Through this Diploma in Implantology, we will help you unlock your inner potential so you can excel in your professional field.

Paid Up Front

Includes;
dIPLOMA IN Implantology
ONLINE CONTENT
2X TWO DAY HANDS ON SESSIONS
MEDIT I600 IO SCANNER

36x Monthly Payments Without Scanner


     ALTERNATIVELY YOU CAN PAY £235 monthly for 36 months
This option does not include a scanner.


OPTIONAL
RESIDENCY

A DEEP DIVE INTO DIGITAL THROUGH A MORE PERSONAL TRAINING EXPERIENCE.
ONE DAY EVERY TWO WEEKS FOR THREE MONTHS.
ONE ON ONE TUITION WITH PLACEMENT IN ONE OF OUR CLINICS.

The Diploma Hands On:

When complete you will be equipped with skills of an Implantology practitioner.

You will attend a series of two, two-day study days that take place on scheduled Friday and Saturdays throughout the programme, for minimal time away from your practice and will cover the following;

Aims
Learn how to plan implants using guided surgery
Learn the workflow using Exoplan in treatment planning Understand how to design and produce surgical guides Understand how to print your own guides
Understand the limitations of complications in guided surgery

Objectives
After this course you will be able to :
Successfully treatment plan implant cases Successfully place implants with surgical guides.
Confidently use guided surgery with multidisciplinary team communication.
Successfully design and produce Surgical Guides
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How is the course delivered?

The full programme takes place at a flexible pace set by the student but is aimed to be completed between 18 months and 3 years.

  • Online Video
  • Reading materials 
  • Assessments
  • Hands On Sessions

Two Parts

The programme comprises six modules covering foundational and more advanced digital implantology topics.

Written assignments

Students must complete the required learning, practical activities and assessments described in the current programme handbook and assessment guidance to receive the IDDA diploma.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION

The International Digital Dental Academy is designated as an Approved PACE Program Provider by the Academy of General Dentistry. This continuing education activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the Academy of General Dentistry Program Approval for Continuing Education (AGD PACE).

The International Digital Dental Academy designates this activity for 120 hours of continuing education credit.

The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by the AGD for Fellowship/Mastership and membership maintenance credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry or AGD endorsement.
AGD Provider ID # 416273
+442079358811
www.digitaldentalacademy.ac.uk
Nationally Approved From 1/1/2024 - 12/31/2026
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Your Programme leads

Our programme is designed and run by multi award winning clinicians that have decades of cumulative CAD/CAM and implant placement experience using evidence-based practice. The programme is set out to deliver the core principles and then advanced theory in a natural progression to enable you to immediately apply learning from the programme into your practice with confidence.
The course is led by Prof Adam Nulty and Prof Chris Lefkaditis who have over 40 years experience in dentistry and dental education.

prof Chris lefkaditis

BCHD BSCDENT PGDIP(DIGDENT)

Prof Adam Nulty

BCHD MJDF RCS ENG PGCERT MSC (DIST.) MACADMED PGDIP (DIGDENT)
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Interactive Learning

You can follow the online portion of the courses through our interactive App. This means you can now catch up with your learning, watch tutorials, further your CPD goals etc whenever, wherever…
On the plane? No problem! Download in advance and watch on the go.
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Course Outline

You will be awarded Enhanced CPD as a result of realising each module and topic with individual learning outcomes.

Required materials and equipment;
Intraoral Scanner

Laptop with Minimum Spec;
- 32gb Ram
- Geforce 3070+

3D printer 
- preference Desktop Health or Ackuretta

ExoCAD

Module 1 - Digital Implantology Principles and Digital Planning

- Principles of Implantology 
- Golden Proportions and Tooth Size Ratios for implant planning
- Minimally invasive implant Dentistry and when to plan a flapless procedure
- The digital implant patient journey explained
- Treatment approach - single, multiple and full arch options 
- Digital Occlusion Principles and Technology 

Module 4 - Digital Implantology CAD/CAM

- Designing Anterior Implant Restorations in Cerec/Inlab
- Designing Posterior Implant Restorations in Cerec/Inlab
- Designing Anterior Implant Restorations in ExoCAD
- Designing Posterior Implant Restorations in ExoCAD
- Copying the digital mockup, direct or indirect

Module 2 - Digital Implantology Mock-ups, CAD Temporaries & Consent

- Photography in Implant Cases, Equipment & Special shots
- Digital Mockup Model Design in ExoCAD
- Direct 3D Printed Temporary Implant Restorations
- An Introduction to Dynamic Occlusion and its importance in rehabilitation 
- Digital Online Comprehensive Interactive Consent Forms 

Module 5 - CAM Manufacture & 3D Printing using Digital Aesthetic Materials

- Aesthetic CAM Materials & Science
- Permanent 3D printed materials & Science
- Which materials for what indication?
- What digital CAM equipment in house?
- Communicating aesthetic design to the laboratory
- Custom implant abutment options versus in house ti base design. 
- Finishing of implant restorations

Module 3 - Principles of CBCT and 3D Guided Surgery Planning

- CBCT principles
- Viewing CBCT
- Overview of Guided Implant Surgery & Software Available
- Introduction to Guided Surgery, Tips and Tricks
- Evolution of Guided Surgery
- Planning a single implant case and design of a guide
- Avoiding obstacles with nerve tracing and sinus’s
- Integrating guided surgery with guided sinus elevation
- 3D printing guides 

Module 6 - Full Arch Digital Implantology

- Guided surgery planning in full arch cases
- Considerations in edentulous guided surgery to avoid problems
- Full Arch Digital Restorative Workflow
- Surgical Steps for All on X
- Soft Tissue Management for All on X
- Post Care and Expectations
- The final photography, videography and practice promotion. 
Welcome to the future of dentistry

Diploma in Implantology

Highlights

  • 6 Modules
  • Diploma in Implantology
  • Interactive Video Tutorials
  • Quizzes to test your knowledge
  • Medit i600 Optionally Included

Learn by Example

We have included numerous examples in this course. But, we also believe in leading by example.

All four of our Professors are committed to assisting you with your Digital Dental journey.

We are leaders in the field and we look forward to answering your questions and helping you obtain your Diploma in Implantology.

Learn What's Important

The programme is aimed at the higher educational needs of General Dental Practitioners who intend to introduce digital dentistry as a treatment modality into their practices or to expand on existing knowledge and skills.

Our Diploma programme will enable you to deliver Implantology using DIGITAL technology. The Diploma course will equip you with the skills of an ‘enhanced’ implant practitioner.

Frequently asked questions

Why should I join the Course?

The Digital Dental Academy has grown into one of the world's largest community of digital dentistry dedicated to the professions of dentists, technicians and auxillaries, offering courses on a range of digital dentistry subjects.

This programme is designed for dentists with prior implant training who want to develop their knowledge of digital implantology and guided surgery.

It combines online learning, assessment and practical training to support the application of digital techniques in clinical practice.

What are the course aims?

When complete you will be equipped with skills of an Implantology practitioner. 
You will attend a series of two, two-day study days that take place on scheduled Friday and Saturdays throughout the programme, for minimal time away from your practice and will cover the following;
Aims
Learn how to plan implants using guided surgery
Learn the workflow using Exoplan in treatment planning Understand how to design and produce surgical guides Understand how to print your own guides
Understand the limitations of complications in guided surgery
Objectives
After this course you will be able to :
Successfully treatment plan implant cases Successfully place implants with surgical guides. 
Confidently use guided surgery with multidisciplinary team communication.
Successfully design and produce Surgical Guides

Is a Digital Intra Oral Scanner really included?

On the first day of hands on training, each delegate will be provided with an Intra Oral Scanner that is theirs to keep.
The Medit i600 is an excellent scanner that can provide delegates with a smooth and interactive workflow with software that will adapt to their needs throughout the course using apps to accompany each of the core subjects.

Course Structure

COURSE CONTENTS
Diploma in Implantology
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Patrick Jones - Course author

Adam Nulty

Adam is the Principal Dentist and owner of Dentist On The Rock in Bury, close to Manchester UK. He is a Cosmetic & Digital Dentist at Digital Smile Studio on Harley Street, London and one of the Executive Board members of The IDDA.
Patrick Jones - Course author
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Patrick Jones - Course author

Patrik Zachrisson

Patrik is the Principal Dentist and owner of The Wensleydale Dental Practice in George St, Huntingdon, close to Cambridge UK. He is a Cosmetic & Digital Dentist at Digital Smile Studio on Harley Street, London and one of the Executive Board members of The IDDA.
Patrick Jones - Course author
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Patrick Jones - Course author

Chris Lefkaditis

Chris is the Clinical Director, Principal Dental Surgeon and owner of Hellesdon Dental Care in Norwich. He is a Cosmetic & Digital Dentist at Digital Smile Studio on Harley Street, London and one of the Executive Board members of The IDDA.
Patrick Jones - Course author
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Patrick Jones - Course author

Quintus Van Tonder 

Quintus is the Principal Dentist and owner of Zandielle Clinic and Church Street Dental Practice in Attleborough, UK. He is a Cosmetic & Digital Dentist at Digital Smile Studio on Harley Street, London and one of the Executive Board members of The IDDA.
Patrick Jones - Course author
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