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Course Summary

Course Location: Multiple locations
Duration: Two Years
Level: Postgraduate
Delivery: Hybrid Learning, Part-time
Campus: University of Greater Manchester, Approved Dental Practices
Award: MSc
Credits: 180

MSc in Specialist Practice of Computer-Guided Implant Dentistry

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The MSc in Specialist Practice of Computer-Guided Implant Dentistry is designed to equip dentists with the core knowledge and clinical skills necessary for delivering high-quality dental care and achieving predictable restorative outcomes.


This programme develops the essential competencies required for the professional practice of advanced dentistry while incorporating the latest digital-driven technologies and treatment modalities.


Additionally, the course promotes a thorough understanding of the key principles necessary for providing ethical, safe, and evidence-based treatment. Upon completion, you will have the confidence and expertise to assess, identify, and treat suitable implant cases effectively.

University of Greater Manchester

The Advanced Prior Learning Delegate Pathway is a tailored program for professionals with advanced prior learning in Restorative Aesthetic Dentistry and Implantology.

The APL programme offers an accelerated curriculum that builds upon your existing qualifications and experience, with a duration customised to your current knowledge and skills. Through this pathway, you will deepen your expertise in advanced implantology techniques, restorative aesthetic dentistry, integrate the latest research and methodologies into your practice, and complete specific modules that complement your prior learning.

This pathway enables you to fast-track your MSc Restorative Aesthetic Dentistry and Implantology by leveraging your previous qualifications and focusing on advanced topics that will enhance your specialist practice.

Apply now to take the next step in advancing your career.

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This module is designed to develop an evidence-based approach to patient selection as well as instils the practical skills required to recognize and provide advanced level treatment modalities and risk assessment. The aim is to highlight potential complications in treatment and for you to be able to develop risk assessment strategies to avoid or minimize these complications.
It also develops an understanding of the requirements and skills essential for the safe clinical practice and application of advanced treatment modalities and the challenge of long-term maintenance issues or complications. As it is not possible to prevent all complications, this module also considers essential management strategies and the ethical issues of informed consent and management of patient expectations.
The module develops skills in communication, organisation and planning, problem solving, treatment planning, risk assessment, recognising ethical responsibility and securing consent.

This module critically evaluates the latest computer assisted design and manufacturing technologies used in the practice of digital dentistry. It aims to give you experience in the use of commercial CADCAM systems and further develop your abilities in the production of implant guides and restorations.

A familiarity with CAD software will be established. Dental computer packages will be used to develop a base level of competence and understanding. You will be encouraged to evaluate the significance and effectiveness of dental CADCAM systems. It will also introduce image capturing technologies, their indications and application to the digital workflow.

The software commonly used in the treatment planning and design of restorative appliances and surgical guides will be covered in detail. You will have the opportunity to use CAD software in the treatment of actual cases and assess its functions, and application for various treatment modalities. CAM processes will include various appliance fabrication hardware such as milling and printing machines.

This module introduces Cone Beam Computer Tomography (CBCT) through a series of practical training sessions on three-dimensional imaging systems and their underlying principles. It will develop the skills of navigation and interpretation of three-dimensional images.


Through this module you will learn the fundamental technology of CT scans, their advantages and limitations. You will learn the operating and legal requirements applicable to the safe and effective use of radiographic equipment, plus the health and safety issues related to ionising radiation.

This module will provide a sound understanding of the key concepts of augmentation of dento-facial soft and hard tissues and help students to develop the practical skills necessary for successful and predictable regeneration of lost tissue. Students will conduct literature searches and critically appraise current evidence relating to the management of tissue defects or diseased tissue.


Through understanding and using appropriate academic resources students will focus on how to incorporate ideas from their reading into an essay using quotations, paraphrases and references.


This module will also consider potential complications and risk assessment strategies to avoid and minimise complications. The module develops communication skills, organisation and planning, problem solving, treatment planning, risk assessment, ethical responsibility and consent.

The aim of the module is to create a reflective practitioner by facilitating the development of reflective and innovative thinking in combination with problem solving in the treatment of implant patients. Reflective practice is an important tool in improving clinical judgement and developing medical expertise. It promotes a reflective and evidence-based approach to clinical practice.

The module requires students to formulate and justify their own patient centred treatment plans with illustrated case reports. The module affords the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a specialist treatment modality and reflect on learning experiences and competencies gained from various treatment modalities relevant to their dissertation topic.  Students will also need to consider how implant practice and paradigms have evolved and changed over time as implantology has become a major part of mainstream dentistry. Case reports will be used for them reflect on treatment outcomes so helping them to identify connections between intended and actual outcomes achieved and how they may be improved upon.

This module is designed to help you develop the research skills necessary to identify your dissertation topic, create a detailed proposal, and plan your research effectively. It will equip you with the academic skills required for Master’s level study.
The module encompasses key areas such as clinical statistics, evidence-based practice, critical appraisal, measurement, and research design, with a focus on their specific applications in medical research and treatment.
You will learn how to formulate realistic research objectives and establish an appropriate conceptual and analytical framework for your study. Additionally, you will acquire skills in identifying, collating, and critically reviewing relevant literature, enabling you to make informed decisions regarding the research philosophies, strategies, and methods best suited to your project.

This taught module o¬ffers the opportunity to conduct an extended and significant research project. It enables you to synthesize the academic knowledge gained from your previous postgraduate studies and practical experiences to create an evaluative and critical discussion on a specialist dental topic directly related to your program.
The module aims to enhance your skills in identifying a problem, determining its significance, formulating a hypothesis or proposition, designing a method for testing the hypothesis, and evaluating the results.