Graduate Diploma
The purpose of the Graduate Diploma of Dental Implantology is to train and educate AHPRA registered dental graduates in the academic, clinical and technical skills and knowledge to enable them to successfully identify, treat and care for patients requiring dental implants. Upon completion, you will be able to apply your education to patient care and also to the education of referring clinicians.This course aims to:Develop your skills to successfully diagnose and plan dental treatment for patients based around dental implantsHelp you understand surgical techniques appropriate for the placement of implant components in the dento-alveolar tissues, immediately post-extraction, delayed placement and in augmented tissuesTeach you to design, plan and undertake restorative procedures and to take appropriate records for the restoration of placements with a wide range of implant-supported prosthesesDevelop your skills in managing and maintaining clinical cases of a range of complexity for patients restored with dental implantsTeach you to manage the treatment of patients with complications arising from the use of dental implants – both iatrogenic and pathogenic.