Dental CPD topic

Aesthetic Dentistry Courses UK

Aesthetic dentistry courses combine smile design, whitening, bonding, veneers and clinical photography with the communication skills that turn a consultation into an accepted plan. They suit dentists moving into private cosmetic work who want a repeatable workflow rather than isolated techniques.

17 courses listed, including 15 currently bookable or enquiry-ready

What to check before booking

  • The balance between clinical hands-on work and treatment planning or communication.
  • Whether smile design is taught with digital tools, analogue wax-ups or both.
  • Photography and documentation standards taught alongside the clinical work.
  • Provider experience in the private cosmetic market you are aiming at.
Aesthetic Dentistry courses compared by date, location, CPD hours and price
CourseProviderNext dateWhereCPDPrice
Cosmetic Dentistry and Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry Year Course (Christopher Orr)

Christopher Orr's year course covers aesthetic assessment, direct and indirect restorations, occlusion and comprehensive treatment planning.

Advanced Dental SeminarsNext: 23 Sept 2026

12 teaching days over one year

LondonAsk provider£9,600
Botulinum Toxin Levels 1 & 2

This combined botulinum toxin course from the Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute in Reading takes dentists from beginner to intermediate level in a single.

Dr Bob Khanna Training InstituteNext: 7 Oct 2026Reading7 CPD£1,556
Dermal Fillers Level 1

This introductory dermal filler course from the Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute in Reading gives dentists a safe, structured entry into filler.

Dr Bob Khanna Training InstituteNext: 8 Oct 2026Reading7 CPD£685
Dental Photography: One-Day Hands-On Course (DENTER)

Practical clinical camera training with DENTER in London. CPD hours and VAT treatment need provider confirmation.

DenterNext: 10 Oct 2026

1 hands-on day plus online preparation

LondonAsk provider£640
Crown Lengthening

Surgical crown lengthening unlocks restorative and aesthetic cases that would otherwise be impossible — exposing sound tooth structure or improving.

Perio CoursesNext: 29 Oct 2026Liverpool (Delta Marriott)6 CPD£625
Dental Photography for Clinical Excellence

A practical day on camera setup, consistent clinical images and organising photographs for dental practice. Delegates must bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera with macro lens and ring flash.

LonDECNext: 6 Nov 2026

1 day

London6.5 CPD£229
Composite Bonding Course with Dr Affan

Composite bonding lets dentists transform smiles with minimal or no drilling, making it one of the most patient-friendly cosmetic treatments available.

ACE CoursesNext: 7 Nov 2026LondonAsk provider£720
Simplifi Composite (The Original)

Composite bonding is one of the most in-demand cosmetic skills in modern dentistry, and this two-day hands-on course from Simplifi teaches a simplified.

Simplifi CompositeNext: 20 Nov 2026London16 CPD£1,785
Dermal Fillers Level 3 (Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty)

Non-surgical rhinoplasty is one of the most advanced and high-risk filler treatments, and this course from the Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute in.

Dr Bob Khanna Training InstituteNext: 25 Nov 2026Reading7 CPD£1,750
Art of Resin (Rhodri Thomas)

Rhodri Thomas teaches advanced aesthetic composite techniques, from tooth anatomy and optical effects to layering and polishing.

Art of Dentistry EducationNext: 4 Dec 2026

2 days

London16 CPD£1,800
Veneers Course (Prep & Cementation)

Veneers remain a cornerstone of cosmetic dentistry, and this hands-on day from ACE Courses in London takes dentists through the full practical workflow.

ACE CoursesNext: 5 Dec 2026LondonAsk provider£720
Clinical Photography, Whitening & Smile Design

Great cosmetic dentistry depends as much on planning, documentation and communication as on hands, and this one-day ACE Courses programme in London.

ACE CoursesNext: 13 Feb 2027Stanmore, NW LondonAsk provider£600
Advanced Botox & Dermal Fillers Course

For clinicians who already hold foundation aesthetics training, this advanced course from Acquisition Aesthetics develops the more sophisticated toxin.

Acquisition AestheticsAvailable on requestLondon / Manchester / Newcastle / Edinb…12 CPD£999
Advanced Operative Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry (Aspire)

A practical restorative programme covering smile planning, composites, indirect restorations and tooth wear, taught by Richard Porter and Raheel Malik.

Aspire Dental AcademyAvailable on request

13 days

London91 CPD£9,480
PG Certificate in Restorative Dentistry

Restorative dentistry underpins almost everything in general practice, and this postgraduate certificate from Tipton Training is structured to raise a.

Tipton TrainingAvailable on requestLondon / Manchester / Glasgow66 CPD£9,950
Photography, Smile Design & Teeth Whitening

A hands-on dental skills day teaching clinical photography, shade matching, whitening techniques and smile design to enhance diagnostics and patient outcomes.

Kushal GadhiaPreviously ran: 10 Sept 2026

1 day

Stanmore, London8 CPD£600
Foundation Botox & Dermal Filler Course

Facial aesthetics has become a natural and popular extension of dental practice, and this foundation course from Derma Medical trains dentists in.

Derma MedicalPreviously ran: 4 Jul 2026London / Birmingham / Manchester / Newc…8 CPD£1,106

Upcoming Courses

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Courses with confirmed dates, shown first so learners can book the next available sessions.

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Restorative Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry and Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry Year Course (Christopher Orr)

Christopher Orr's year course covers aesthetic assessment, direct and indirect restorations, occlusion and comprehensive treatment planning.

AD

Course provider

Advanced Dental Seminars

Next: 23 Sept 2026
London
£9,600
Botulinum Toxin Levels 1 & 2
Upcoming
Independent listing
Facial Aesthetics

Botulinum Toxin Levels 1 & 2

This combined botulinum toxin course from the Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute in Reading takes dentists from beginner to intermediate level in a single.

DB

Course provider

Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute

Next: 7 Oct 2026
Reading
7 CPD£1,556
Dermal Fillers Level 1
Upcoming
Independent listing
Facial Aesthetics

Dermal Fillers Level 1

This introductory dermal filler course from the Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute in Reading gives dentists a safe, structured entry into filler.

DB

Course provider

Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute

Next: 8 Oct 2026
Reading
7 CPD£685
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Upcoming
Independent listing
Dental Photography

Dental Photography: One-Day Hands-On Course (DENTER)

Practical clinical camera training with DENTER in London. CPD hours and VAT treatment need provider confirmation.

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Course provider

Denter

Next: 10 Oct 2026
London
£640
Crown Lengthening
Upcoming
Independent listing
Periodontics

Crown Lengthening

Surgical crown lengthening unlocks restorative and aesthetic cases that would otherwise be impossible — exposing sound tooth structure or improving.

PC

Course provider

Perio Courses

Next: 29 Oct 2026
Liverpool (Delta Marriott)
6 CPD£625
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Upcoming
Independent listing
Dental Photography

Dental Photography for Clinical Excellence

A practical day on camera setup, consistent clinical images and organising photographs for dental practice. Delegates must bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera with macro lens and ring flash.

L

Course provider

LonDEC

Next: 6 Nov 2026
London
6.5 CPD£229
Composite Bonding Course with Dr Affan
Upcoming
Independent listing
Composite bonding

Composite Bonding Course with Dr Affan

Composite bonding lets dentists transform smiles with minimal or no drilling, making it one of the most patient-friendly cosmetic treatments available.

AC

Course provider

ACE Courses

Next: 7 Nov 2026
London
£720
Simplifi Composite (The Original)
Upcoming
Independent listing
Composite / veneers

Simplifi Composite (The Original)

Composite bonding is one of the most in-demand cosmetic skills in modern dentistry, and this two-day hands-on course from Simplifi teaches a simplified.

SC

Course provider

Simplifi Composite

Next: 20 Nov 2026
London
16 CPD£1,785
Dermal Fillers Level 3 (Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty)
Upcoming
Independent listing
Facial Aesthetics

Dermal Fillers Level 3 (Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty)

Non-surgical rhinoplasty is one of the most advanced and high-risk filler treatments, and this course from the Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute in.

DB

Course provider

Dr Bob Khanna Training Institute

Next: 25 Nov 2026
Reading
7 CPD£1,750
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Upcoming
Independent listing
Aesthetic Dentistry

Art of Resin (Rhodri Thomas)

Rhodri Thomas teaches advanced aesthetic composite techniques, from tooth anatomy and optical effects to layering and polishing.

Ao

Course provider

Art of Dentistry Education

Next: 4 Dec 2026
London
16 CPD£1,800
Veneers Course (Prep & Cementation)
Upcoming
Independent listing
Veneers / smile design

Veneers Course (Prep & Cementation)

Veneers remain a cornerstone of cosmetic dentistry, and this hands-on day from ACE Courses in London takes dentists through the full practical workflow.

AC

Course provider

ACE Courses

Next: 5 Dec 2026
London
£720
Clinical Photography, Whitening & Smile Design
Upcoming
Independent listing
Smile design

Clinical Photography, Whitening & Smile Design

Great cosmetic dentistry depends as much on planning, documentation and communication as on hands, and this one-day ACE Courses programme in London.

AC

Course provider

ACE Courses

Next: 13 Feb 2027
Stanmore, NW London
£600

FAQ

Aesthetic Dentistry courses, common questions

What does an aesthetic dentistry course cover?

Typically smile analysis and design, whitening, composite bonding, veneer preparation and cementation, photography and case presentation. Longer programmes add occlusion and full-arch planning.

Do aesthetic dentistry courses count towards GDC CPD?

Under the GDC Enhanced CPD scheme dentists need 100 hours of verifiable CPD in each five-year cycle, with at least 10 hours in any two consecutive years. Check that the provider issues a certificate that states the hours, the learning outcomes and the GDC development outcomes it maps to.

Are these courses suitable for newly qualified dentists?

Foundation-level aesthetic courses are, and many providers state the experience expected. Advanced smile design and full-mouth programmes usually assume a few years of restorative experience.

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