A 12‑month Level 7 oral surgery diploma for dentists, delivered via weekend teaching with hands‑on training, online learning between sessions and supervised live patient days.
Build real confidence in oral surgery with a structured, consultant-led diploma designed to help you manage everything from routine surgical extractions through to more complex procedures, including implant surgery and the assessment and management of oral pathological conditions.
Delivered by GDC-registered specialist oral surgeons, this 12‑month Level 7 programme blends theory, hands-on training and supervised clinical exposure—so you can translate learning directly into day‑to‑day general practice.
Why this diploma?
Level 7 approved by EduQual (diploma award subject to portfolio and assessments)
Blended learning: face-to-face teaching supported by online modules and guided self-study
Hands-on practical focus with models and case-based discussion
Live patient training at the Smile Dental Academy centre under supervision
City-centre teaching locations in London and Manchester
What you’ll cover
This programme is structured to build from core principles to advanced clinical decision-making, with content including:
Surgical anatomy, assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning
, infection, complications and
CPD Hours
126 Hours
Target Audiences
Dentist
Categories
Surgical Techniques
Qualifications
Diploma
Course Formats
Available Sessions
04 Oct 2024
Manchester city centre, UK
N/A
£10,710
12 Sep 2025
London, UK
About This Course
Diploma in Oral Surgery (EduQual Level 7)
Build real confidence in oral surgery with a structured, consultant-led diploma designed to help you manage everything from routine surgical extractions through to more complex procedures, including implant surgery and the assessment and management of oral pathological conditions.
Delivered by GDC-registered specialist oral surgeons, this 12‑month Level 7 programme blends theory, hands-on training and supervised clinical exposure—so you can translate learning directly into day‑to‑day general practice.
Why this diploma?
Level 7 approved by EduQual (diploma award subject to portfolio and assessments)
Blended learning: face-to-face teaching supported by online modules and guided self-study
Hands-on practical focus with models and case-based discussion
Live patient training at the Smile Dental Academy centre under supervision
City-centre teaching locations in London and Manchester
What you’ll cover
This programme is structured to build from core principles to advanced clinical decision-making, with content including:
Surgical anatomy, assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning
Oral pathology topics including cysts of the jaw, mucosal disease and malignant orofacial disease
Oral pathology topics including cysts of the jaw, mucosal disease and malignant orofacial disease
Broader clinical considerations: pharmacology, communication, patient management and medico‑legal awareness
Broader clinical considerations: pharmacology, communication, patient management and medico‑legal awareness
How you’ll learn
How you’ll learn
Weekend-based teaching (typically one weekend per month) to fit learning around practice
A mix of lectures, hands-on practical sessions, and case-based discussions
Supervised live patient sessions to strengthen clinical judgement and operative confidence in a real clinical environment
Weekend-based teaching (typically one weekend per month) to fit learning around practice
A mix of lectures, hands-on practical sessions, and case-based discussions
Supervised live patient sessions to strengthen clinical judgement and operative confidence in a real clinical environment
Assessment and recognition
Assessment and recognition
To support safe, reflective progression, the diploma is assessed through:
To support safe, reflective progression, the diploma is assessed through:
MCQs
Case presentation
A clinical portfolio (with guidance provided throughout)
MCQs
Case presentation
A clinical portfolio (with guidance provided throughout)
Support throughout the programme
Support throughout the programme
Smile Dental Academy’s support is designed to keep you moving forward between teaching days:
Smile Dental Academy’s support is designed to keep you moving forward between teaching days:
Access to an online learning platform and course resources
Regular online sessions to reinforce learning
WhatsApp group support and ongoing case discussion
Options to reattend sessions to consolidate key skills
Clinical mentoring and online case support
Access to an online learning platform and course resources
Regular online sessions to reinforce learning
WhatsApp group support and ongoing case discussion
Options to reattend sessions to consolidate key skills
Clinical mentoring and online case support
If you’re looking for a comprehensive, structured pathway to expand your oral surgery capability in general practice—backed by specialist-led teaching and supervised clinical experience—this Level 7 diploma is built to help you take the next step with confidence.
If you’re looking for a comprehensive, structured pathway to expand your oral surgery capability in general practice—backed by specialist-led teaching and supervised clinical experience—this Level 7 diploma is built to help you take the next step with confidence.