Certificate in Aesthetic Dentistry
A year of practical and online study in smile planning, veneers, ceramics, composites, photography and digital aesthetic workflows.
Course provider
When
Available on request
CPD
72 CPD
Duration
12 months: 12 in-person days and 5 live online sessions
Where
London, Manchester or Glasgow
Overview
About this course
Tipton Training’s aesthetic programme develops clinical planning and practical skills for dentists with a foundation in occlusion and tooth preparation. Teaching combines seminars, supervised exercises, demonstrations and live online sessions.
Clinical programme
- Plan smiles using facial and tooth proportions, diagnostic waxing, laboratory communication and clinical photography.
- Study veneer preparation and practise conventional and slice preparations, isolation, adhesive cementation and ceramic indirect restorations.
- Consider occlusion, bleaching chemistry and safety, orthodontic assessment and aligner workflows in aesthetic treatment.
- Review gingival recession and aesthetic periodontal planning; learn facial-aesthetic principles and observe demonstrations.
- Use digital smile-design tools in practical exercises; develop composite layering, diastema closure and contouring techniques.
- Plan aesthetic rehabilitation of worn teeth and improve consultation, case-presentation and practice communication.
The programme provides 72 enhanced CPD hours. For the EduQual Level 7 certificate, assessment includes practical feedback, two reflective write-ups, a case presentation and a final-day multiple-choice examination. A non-Level 7 attendance route is also available.
April 2027 starts are advertised in London, Manchester and Glasgow. Confirm individual teaching dates and venue. The Level 7 fee totals £10,475 including VAT and £525 registration; the non-Level 7 route totals £9,975 on the same basis. The summary describes 17 modules, while the detailed topic list has 18 headings, so confirm the final timetable when booking.
Learning is supported by tutor mentoring and an online library of papers, webinars, tutorials and case discussions. Support outside scheduled teaching sessions is available for clinical questions.
Outcomes
What you will learn
- Integrate smile analysis, photography and laboratory communication into planning.
- Develop veneer preparation and adhesive cementation skills.
- Apply digital design and composite techniques to aesthetic cases.
- Consider orthodontic, periodontal and occlusal factors in smile rehabilitation.
Before you book
Prerequisites
For dentists. Check the entry requirements for your experience and chosen award when booking.
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