Clear Aligners (Level 2)

Josh Rowley leads IAS Academy's Level 2 aligner course for dentists who have already completed aligner cases. Teaching is applicable across systems and concentrates on assessing more complex cases, reviewing simulations and communicating changes to the laboratory.

Practical work includes interproximal reduction and treatment-planning exercises. Staging, attachments, elastics, retention and troubleshooting are discussed, with access to IAS support afterwards.

The course offers 7 CPD hours at an advertised fee of £714. The November 2026 date has passed. The next advertised date, 10 July 2027 at IAS headquarters in Surrey, is currently marked sold out; check for a cancellation place or later intake. Confirm VAT treatment, support terms and suitability.

Morning and afternoon content

The morning covers aligner limitations, diagnosis, case selection, arch assessment and space calculations. Planning exercises consider different systems, laboratory instructions and when to stage interproximal reduction.

Afternoon work develops tooth-movement staging, practical IPR with different instruments including reciprocating handpieces, and assessed planning on a range of cases. Discussion includes fixed and removable retention, delegate models, elastics, attachment design, troubleshooting and referral limits.

Previous attendees can book a refresher place for GBP 234 through their IAS account, subject to availability. Post-course mentoring is accessed through IAS Support.