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Posted by: Dental Design 10th May 2023

Dental implant treatment is becoming a more popular treatment option for replacing missing teeth among patients and clinicians. It provides patients with a long-term solution to partial and full edentulism, with highly aesthetic and functional results. It also allows clinicians to explore an additional stream of income, and build on their skillset. Currently, there is no set education pathway for clinicians who want to train in dental implantology. This means that they have the freedom to choose a route which is suited to them, and provides them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to place dental implants competently.

Straumann supports clinicians in accessing the highest quality training and education courses available. This includes the Dental Implant Fundamentals Course from Delta Dental Academy, which provides the support and guidance that practitioners need to gain a good understanding of and begin providing dental implant treatment.

The course is run by course director Dr Alfonso Rao and facilitates 1-1 mentoring, thanks to small groups, and provides suitable patients to treat while learning. This means that delegates can expect to place at least 3 implants in live patients over the duration of the course. Through Delta Dental Academy, there is also a dedicated learning pathway which enables practitioners to move smoothly from providing basic to complex treatment.

Dr Laurie Stumper recently undertook the Dental Implant Fundamentals Course from Delta Dental Academy, and shares his experience:

“I was drawn to the Dental Implant Fundamentals Course due to the high level of clinical exposure, as well as the relaxed teaching style employed by Delta Dental Academy and Dr Alfonso Rao. The course met and exceeded my expectations – it was such a superb course! It gave me a gateway to start placing implants in the right cases, which was my goal from the outset.”

The course is the ideal opportunity to learn new skills and learn from your peers. Laurie says:

“The course was relaxed, whilst still being informative. We met like-minded colleagues, and learnt from each other’s experiences. The highlight for me, however, in true Italian style, was the Italian food and social aspect. I’ve never experienced a course quite like this one.”

Because this course is supported by Straumann, delegates gain the opportunity to use high-quality solutions from Straumann as part of their education. Laurie shares his thoughts:

“By using a range of Straumann products during the course, I was able to get a feel for what worked in my hands. I now use a variety of systems, but learning to place implants with Straumann taught me the fundamentals, which I could then apply to other systems.

“Straumann systems are predictable, well evidenced, and easy to use – all of which are important, especially when learning the technique. The range of products available for the course is great, and the quality is clear to see.”

The Dental Implant Fundamentals Course is designed to provide delegates with the skills and knowledge they need to place dental implants with confidence. Laurie discusses the ways the course has impacted his dentistry:

“Since finishing the course, I have been able to put the skills I learnt into practice. I now place implants routinely, and have embarked on further dental implant education to allow me to tackle the more complex cases. I feel that this course is a great platform to start your implant journey, as it gives you a well-rounded foundation. In my experience, Dr Rao was also more than happy to guide me through cases after the course was finished. I think this is super important.

“Thank you to the whole team at Delta Dental Academy for making it such a career changing course.”

Consider training and education opportunities supported by Straumann for a wide range of courses which include dental implants, orthodontics, and business development. Straumann is committed to providing world-class education and business development training.