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Certificate in Operative Dentistry
This is a one-year, 100% practical phantom head/manikin course, available as both a Level 7 Certificate and a non-Level 7 pathway.
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Enhanced CPD
87 Hours
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Overview
The Certificate in Operative Dentistry is a comprehensive one-year manikin-based programme designed to strengthen clinical confidence and precision through intensive practical training. Focused on real-world restorative application, the course supports dentists at any career stage who want to build safer, more predictable preparation and restoration skills. By the end of the programme, participants are equipped to translate refined techniques directly into everyday practice, improving consistency, efficiency and long-term patient outcomes.
Structure and learning experience
The programme combines 10 face-to-face training days with 10½ days of guided video procedures and an extensive online webinar library accessed through the Members Portal. Each in-person session is entirely practical, with participants working on phantom heads/manikins under close supervision from Professor Tipton’s mentoring team. The structure allows dentists to prepare online in advance, then reinforce learning through repeated hands-on execution, supported by personalised feedback in a calm, mentored environment designed for skill mastery rather than observation.
Clinical focus and outcomes
Training centres on advanced tooth preparation and restorative execution, covering bonded crowns, ceramic crowns, porcelain veneers, ceramic inlays/onlays, amalgams, gold preparations, bridge preparations and related operative techniques. The course emphasises both direct and indirect restorations while integrating modern digital workflows, improving hand-eye coordination and procedural control. Graduates leave confident managing more complex restorative cases, delivering predictable functional outcomes and higher long-term prosthetic success.
> Level 7 or Non-Level 7
Certificate options
Level 7 Certificate
To achieve the Level 7 qualification, participants must complete a series of assessments, including Direct Observation of Performance (DOPS), reflective write-ups, clinical portfolios, treatment planning assignments and multiple-choice examinations.
On successful completion of the course and all required assessments, participants are awarded a Level 7 Certificate in Restorative Dentistry accredited by EduQual and The Royal College of Surgeons of England. RCSEng centre accreditation is recognised as a mark of excellence, and we are proud to be the first and only private training provider to hold this distinction.
Price: £9,450 (inc VAT)
Registration fee: £525 (inc VAT)
Non-Level 7 Certificate
Participants who choose not to pursue the Level 7 qualification may enrol on the non-Level 7 pathway.
This option does not require completion of the formal assessments. Instead, participants receive a Tipton Training Academy Certificate of Attendance accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of England. This pathway does not confer a Level 7 qualification from EduQual.
Price: £8,950 (inc VAT)
Registration fee: £525 (inc VAT)
Personalised mentoring and expert clinical feedback
Advanced tooth preparation precision and control
Greater consistency across complex clinical cases
Strong foundation for postgraduate progression
> Why we're different
Proven. Trusted. Accredited. Transformative.
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The only private dental training provider in the UK accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of England, following an independent review of our programmes, tutors, and facilities. This accreditation provides assurance that our courses meet the highest standards in postgraduate dental education.
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EduQual Approved
Our courses are EduQual approved, meeting rigorous academic and quality standards to give dentists qualifications they can trust throughout their careers.
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Gain an Associate Fellowship at CGDent
Complete any Tipton Training Diploma course (120+ UK Credits) and apply for Associate Fellowship at the College of General Dentistry (CGDent). This recognises your advanced skills, commitment to lifelong learning, and high standards of patient care, and allows you to use the postnominals AssocFCGDent as you progress towards full Fellowship.
> Testimonials
What our delegates say
Mahir Karimjee
Operative, London, 2022-2023
The Operative programme is excellently delivered with great mentoring throughout. I believe that the 'out-of-hours' mentoring is vitally important; I have found the Tipton team very approachable and highly communicative at these moments. The course content is very comprehensive and has given me confidence to take on more advanced treatments.
Naveed Ahmed
Operative, Manchester, 2022-2023
The Operative Dentistry course was truly an enriching experience for me. It not only sharpened my clinical skills but also boosted my confidence in treating patients independently. The instructors were supportive and approachable, always ready to guide us patiently. I now feel more prepared and motivated for real-world dental practice.
Michal Wnuk
Operative, Manchester, 2022-2023
This course has greatly increased my confidence, both clinically and professionally. Through clear instruction, hands-on learning, and constructive feedback, I gained a deeper understanding of the concepts and techniques involved. The structured approach and supportive environment encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone and refine my practical skills. I now feel more assured in my ability to apply this knowledge effectively in real clinical situations.
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Everything you need to know about the Certificate in Operative Dentistry
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I am interested in Crown preps and composites will I be taught on this?
Are there any seminars / lectures before the hands on?
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How many teachers to each delegate helping on the day?
I am confused about which course will suit me best. Can you tell me the difference between the Restorative and Phantom Head course?
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