5 Introduction. 7 About us. 9 Syllabus overview Syllabus breakdown. 13 Methods of study & assessment. 15 Teaching modalities

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3 5 Introduction 7 About us 9 Syllabus overview Syllabus breakdown 13 Methods of study & assessment 15 Teaching modalities 16 Course duration and recognition points 17 Residential courses/hands-on sessions Online learning 21 Admission criteria Requirements 25 FAQs 26 Terms and conditions for course fees N.B. This guide is prepared in advance of the academic year. Therefore, details of the programme are subject to change. 3

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5 Introduction This is the home of the UK s first online postgraduate degree in restorative and aesthetic dentistry. Two of the UK s most respected education and academic organisations have joined forces to provide an innovative, technology driven MSc in Restorative and Aesthetic dentistry. This programme brings together a high class international faculty for a modern and global classroom. Healthcare Learning: Smile-on, the UK s pre-eminent healthcare education provider and the The University of Manchester, one of the top 25 universities in the world, have had the prescience to collaborate in providing students with the best of everything lecturers, online technology, live sessions and support. This programme is more than just an online learning experience. Students will be able to communicate with a diverse multi-ethnic global community of peers with whom they will also share residential courses in fantastic settings. To provide an innovative programme which enhances current knowledge and clinical skills in aesthetic restorative dentistry To present sound academic theory and high quality practical training in aesthetic concepts by world class mentors To provide students with the confidence and ability to enhance their current clinical practice by incorporating the latest advances in technology and research ensuring aesthetic, functional and long lasting restorative care To deliver learning using the latest technology enabling students to access the course regardless of place or time zone whilst maintaining their dental practices 5

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7 Healthcare Learning: Smile-on Healthcare Learning: Smile-on, established in 2000, is an established leading provider of undergraduate and postgraduate healthcare education and information. They provide blended-learning postgraduate degrees where they partner with top universities. They offer a wide range of products and services for individuals, corporates and healthcare organisations. These include qualifications, interactive learning courses, websites, events, publications, learning compliance systems, bespoke solutions and mobile applications Healthcare Learning: Smile-on are also the founders of the Global Dental Schools Network which provides access to educational content for dental undergraduates around the world. They are currently working with over 25 of the world s top universities including New York University, Temple University, Nova University, ACTA, Phillipps University of Marburg and Dundee University. Healthcare Learning: Smile-on organise live events and expert-hosted webinars. The Clinical Innovations Conference has been running for the last 10 years and takes place annually in London UK, New Delhi India and Cape Town South Africa and the Aspire Academy aimed at dentists who have recently qualified in the last five years. They also publish many market-leading publications that are dedicated to the educational needs of healthcare practitioners and professionals. These include a weekly newsletter to over 30,000 dentists from around the globe, a news app, a dedicated news site and Dental Tribune UK. The University of Manchester has a rich academic heritage and can lay claim to more than 23 Nobel Prize winners amongst its current and former staff and students. The Manchester Dental Hospital opened in July 1883 at 98 Grosvenor Street, the hospital s principal objective was to relieve the suffering of the poor, an aim made easier to meet by the practitioners, who worked without financial reward. Consistently rated as one of the best dental schools in the UK, the School of Dentistry s mission is to be a community focused on world-class developments in oral healthcare, research and education. The strength of the dental school s teaching was recognised by the latest government review, when the school was awarded maximum points with special commendation for the quality of its student support and guidance, IT infrastructure and the use of problem-based learning. With world-leading researchers in basic dental science and health services research there are plenty of opportunities for research at MPhil and PhD levels. In addition, there are flourishing postgraduate clinical training programmes co-ordinated by leading dental specialists and researchvers. 7

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9 Foundations of 21st Century Practice 1. Anatomy 2. Basic Disease Processes 3. Current Concepts in Diagnosis 4. Foundational Occlusion 5. Foundations of Material Science 6. Imaging and Radiology 150 Hours/15 credits Aesthetic Foundations 1. Clinical Photography 2. Anterior Aesthetic Treatment Planning 3. Color and Shade 4. Comprehensive Patient Assessment 5. Patient Communication 6. Record Keeping 7. Practice Management 8. Medico-Legal Aspects 9. Treatment Presentation 150 Hours/15 credits Anterior Aesthetics 1. Anterior Direct Composites 2. Bleaching 3. Restoration of the Endodontically Treated Tooth 4. Simple Orthodontics 5. Veneers and Crowns 300 Hours/30 credits Research Methods 1. Library Skills 2. Epidemiology and Study Design 3. Critical Appraisal 4. Dissertation Skills 5. Designing a Study 6. Ethics 7. Evidence Based Practice 150 Hours/15 credits Posterior Aesthetics 1. Direct Composite 2. Inlays/Onlays 3. Crowns 4. Bridges 150 Hours/15 credits Complex Treatment 1. Treatment Planning 2. Diagnostic Aids 3. Interdisciplinary Treatment 4. Occlusion 5. The Laboratory 6. Provisionalisation 7. Removable Appliances 8. Crown and Bridge 9. Soft Tissue Management 10. Implants 11. Managing the Complex Case 300 Hours/30 credits Dissertation 1. Introduction and Question Selection 2. Literature Review 3. Aims and Objectives 4. Study Design 5. Methodology 6. Safety Considerations & Follow Up 7. Data Management, Statistical Analysis & Quality Assurance 8. Ethics 9. Final Summary and Appendices 10. Reflection 600 Hours/60 credits 1800 Hours 180 credits 9

10 Foundations of 21st Century Practice Aesthetic Foundations Anterior Aesthetics Aims This unit aims to provide the necessary foundation for 21st century practice and includes relevant clinical anatomy, disease aetiology and pathogenesis, current concepts in diagnosis including the use of new technology. It also covers a foundation course in occlusion, dental material science and the latest in radiology and imaging. Course Outline Content for the unit will be delivered online. A selective literature review of theoretical and clinical articles will be studied and assessed. This is a pre-requisite for all other units. Aims This unit aims to provide a foundation for aesthetic considerations in restorative practice. It includes theoretical and practical modules to enhance practice management such as clinical photography, communication techniques and treatment presentation. It also includes modules on the essential aesthetic principles of smile-design, facially driven treatment planning and colour and shade selection, as well as a comprehensive course on occlusion. Course Outline Content for the unit will be delivered online. A selective literature review of theoretical and clinical articles will be studied and assessed. Aims This unit aims to provide the most current theoretical and clinical advances in anterior aesthetics, as well as a comparative evaluation of the various techniques and modalities available including; bleaching, composites, simple orthodontics, veneers, crowns, bridges and aesthetic approaches for the restoration of endodontically treated teeth. Course Outline Content for the unit will be delivered online. A selective literature review of theoretical and clinical articles will be studied and assessed. This unit will also include the preparation and presentation of clinical work. 10

11 Research Methods Posterior Aesthetics Complex Treatment Aims The unit aims to develop the student s competence in the design of clinical research projects. It will provide an understanding of the data collection process in clinically related research projects. It will also enable the student to perform a simple analysis and interpretation of data collected by a clinical research project. Upon completion of this unit the candidate will have a basic understanding of research methods and will be able to conduct or lead a basic clinically related research project. Course Outline Content for the unit will be delivered online. A selective literature review of articles covering research methods will be studied. A didactic component will emphasise the latest concepts in research design, data collection, analysis and interpretation with particular relevance to restorative dentistry. Aims A thorough discussion of current techniques, materials and clinical advances in posterior aesthetics, which includes a comparative evaluation of the various techniques and modalities available including; composite restorations, inlays, onlays, crowns and bridges. Course Outline Content for the unit will be delivered online. A selective literature review of theoretical and clinical articles will be studied and assessed. This unit will also include the preparation and presentation of clinical work. Aims This unit covers treatment planning of the complex aesthetic case. It includes modules on tooth replacement including a range of fixed and removable options. It also covers the most current clinical techniques for soft tissue management and aims to provide an understanding of the role of being part of an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive aesthetic restorative care to patients. Course Outline Content for the unit will be delivered online. A selective literature review of theoretical and clinical articles will be studied and assessed. This unit will also include the preparation and presentation of clinical work. Dissertation Aims This unit provides an opportunityfor students to demonstrate their research/project skills and to produce an important piece of written work. Independent thinking is required, with an ability to critique one s own work and that of others. Students will be required to be aware of the implications in their work and defend the findings presented in the dissertation. 11

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13 Part-time distance learning The majority of the learning resources will be online. The programme will combine interactive distance learning, webinars, live learning and print to create an integrated learning programme, using the best of new media and technology. Ownership The programme is designed to encourage the student to take responsibility for his/her own learning. The emphasis of the MSc is on a self-directed learning approach. Type of Learning Webinar/e-learning/ recorded lectures Critical Reading/ Reflection & Assesments Residential No. of Hours % of Course 15% 28% 5% Residential The type of teaching will be distance online self-directed learning. In addition, activities on this programme will be supplemented by attendance at three residential courses to complete the hands-on portion of the course. Clinical Cases % Dissertation % Resources Students will have access to The University of Manchester s online library. Assessments take the form of short answer questions, structured essays, clinical case reports and treatment planning exercises. Clinical details and photographic evidence of cases treated in practice form the basis of case reports. Structured essays and short answer questions are posted online and students normally have two weeks to complete and submit. Single best answer and reflective questions are used throughout the units as a form of self-assessment. 13

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15 Webinar*/Recorded Lectures Each webinar or lecture is typically 1-2 hours long with assessments to be completed during the unit. Webinars (live-distance learning) and recorded lectures may be taken online. In all cases, the examination is required to complete the unit. Each lecture hour is assigned a one hour credit and its associated coursework and assessment is assigned a 0.5 hour credit. *A webinar is a type of web conference, with an online seminar. The direction of the presentation is primarily led by the presenter. However, audience participation is integral and indeed necessary for a more useful and interesting experience. A webinar is live and interactive with the ability to give receive and discuss information. A webinar is typically 1-2 hours long. Clinical Case Reports Photographic documentation and written descriptions of clinical cases will be submitted online in a standard pre-formatted template file for assessment purposes. The images will include before, after and significant steps in the treatment. Detailed guidelines for case presentation and photography will be provided. The appraisal of current research will be an important part of the course/programme. Required and suggested reading take the form of peer reviewed articles, chapters of textbooks or other published sources. Articles are accessed online via the Manchester Library. Each article is assigned a 1 credit value (equivalent to 1-3 hours). Students are required to obtain a copy of the following textbook - Berkovitz, B.K.B., Holland, R.G., and Moxam, B.J. (2009) Oral Anatomy, Histology and Embryology. 4th ed. Edinburgh, Mosby. A dissertation is a detailed piece of writing designed to further develop your knowledge and provides an opportunity to draw on research skills developed across the course. At a Masters level, the dissertation requires independent thinking and an ability to critique ones own work and that of others. A Dissertation Tutor will provide support in developing the dissertation and is responsible for assessing and monitoring students progress throughout the unit. Each case is examined anonymously by a minimum of 2 instructors (and a third, in case of disagreement), marked and returned to the participant with an evaluation and comments. 15

16 This course is made up of 7 course units. The number of credits required for the award of MSc is 180 credits. Units 1, 2, 3 60 credits - Award of PG Certificate Unit Name Foundation of 21st Century Practice Duration & Recognition Points Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & credits - Award of PG Diploma Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7 (Dissertation) 180 credits - Award of MSc Aesthetic Foundations Anterior Aesthetics Research Methods PG Cert Awarded 24 Months Posterior Aesthetics Complex Treatment PG Dip Awarded Dissertation MSc Awarded 16

17 This programme offers more than just a modern learning experience. Students will be able to communicate with a diverse multi-ethnic global community of peers with whom they will also share three residential courses* to complete the mandatory hands-on portions of the course, in fantastic settings. Residential 1 Clinical Photography Anterior Composites Colour and Shade Occlusion Smile Design and Treatment Planning Residential 2 We are commited to offering the best of everything. Residentials are 4 days - Thursday to Sunday: Year 1 - April & September Year 2 - June Veneers Anterior & Bridge Crowns Posterior Composite Critical Appraisal Residential 3 Treatment Planning and Complex Cases Advanced Occlusion Advanced Fixed Prosthodontics Implants Dissertation Planning Posterior Crown & Bridge *Travel and accommodation expenses to be met by the student. 17

18 1 The majority of the learning resources will be online. The programme will combine recorded lectures, webinars, discussion board, hands-on sessions and e-learning modules to create an integrated learning programme, using the best of new media and technology. You will interact with these components through the secure online ESP system, which will guide you towards your goals through a detailed activity timeline (fig. 1). smile-on healthcarelearning inspiring better care The platform provides the following: Student Profile Learning Plan Personal Development Plan e-learning Modules (fig. 2) Webinars (fig.3) Case Study & Photo Uploading (fig. 4) Dental Literature Messaging System Multiple Choice Questions Tutor Assessment Progress Tracker Resources 2 18

19 elearning modules Courses can be accessed through the learning plan (indicated is clinical photography, fig. 2). 3 Webinars & Recorded Lectures Both recorded and live and interactive conferences that provide students with the ability to either view at a time and pace convenient to them or to give, receive and discuss information (fig.3.). Case studies Students can provide details on specific cases by uploading related imagery or documentation (fig.4). 4 19

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21 Candidates must be able to satisfy the general admissions criteria of both the university and the school. Applicants must: Provide evidence of their primary dental qualification from a recognised institution. Have at least 2 years recent experience in general professional practice. Where the first language is not English, produce a copy of either an IETLS certificate (score must be no less than 6.5, with no less than 6 in the written component) or a TOEFL certificate (score must be no less than 575 on the paper-based test, 230 on the computer-based test or 90 on the ibt test). Provide 2 academic references - both must be signed, dated and on headed paper and both must be no more than 12 months old or they will not be accepted. Provide copies (not originals) of degree certificates and official academic transcripts of previous study showing the subjects taken and grades obtained. (If these are in a language other than English official translations must be provided). Students will need to access their own patients for their case studies for Units 3, 5, and 6. 21

22 Requirements Content must be viewed at a screen resolution of 1024 x 768, or higher, using a 24-bit colour setting. You are required to have broadband or a high speed connection (DSL, Cable, T1 etc), a soundcard and headphones or speakers. You must use one of the following supported browsers: Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 the latest version of Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome or Safari for Mac. Additionally, you must have Adobe Flash Player 8 or above installed. Live net meetings will be conducted using Adobe Connect, you will need to have a microphone and webcam installed to participate. System Requirements Operating System Minimum: Windows Vista/MAC OS X v10.6 Recommended: Windows 7 or 8/ MAC OS X v10.6 or later Additionally, you must have Adobe Flash Player 8 or above installed. Processor Minimum: 1GHz Recommended: 2GHz RAM Minimum: 2GB Recommended: 4GB The following recommendations are based on what the course tutors use in their practices. Contact mike@thedigitaldentist. co.uk for more information and advice. If you are new to clinical photography you may wish to wait until photography has been discussed in Unit 2 before buying anything. This module will also help you to understand the required photographic views for case submission and what the examiners are looking for in each case type. Don t try to save money by getting something that is cheap, but hard to get the right photos on. These photos will be the only way that we can judge your work and if we cannot evaluate the work done due to poor quality photos, the case will not pass. We do not recommend any form of LED-based flash or other forms of continuous output light source these simply do not give out enough light to correctly expose the shot at the necessary depth of field. Blurred or underexposed photos cannot be evaluated. Do not try to use a zoom lens with a macro capability it will not produce suitable images for case submission, no matter what the person in the camera shop might tell you. You need a dedicated macro lens such as the ones listed. Camera System Camera setup must be capable of taking the required views Lens must be capable of producing 1:1 equivalent view Manual focusing capability essential Camera must be relatively simple to use so as to acquire views correctly focused and exposed Camera must support the taking of RAW format files. For convenience simultaneous capture of RAW & JPEG is essential. Lenses with Image Stabilisation or Vibration Reduction are not necessary for clinical photography. Canon Suitable models: Any current Canon DSLR model. EOS 5D - is a good camera, but probably overkill unless photography is a major hobby! Older models, no longer in production but also suitable: EOS 300D (Rebel) EOS 350D (Rebel XT) EOS 450D (Rebel XT) EOS 500D (Rebel XTi) EOS 40D EOS 30D EOS 20D Lenses Canon 100mm f 2.8 macro lens Sigma 105mm f 2.8 macro lens Tamron 90mm macro lens 22

23 Note that any 60m macro lens is not recommended. This is because proximity to the subject makes it very easy to overexpose the shot, especially with the entry level cameras it is designed to work with. Flashes Canon MR14 EX ring flash Sigma EM140 DG ring flash Dine ring and point flash Nissin MF18 ringflash In general we suggest Canon lens and ring flash or Sigma lens and ring flash as the respective flashes are designed to fit onto the lenses without the need for an additional adaptor. Dine ring and point flash will fit any of these lenses. The Canon MT24EX Macro twin light is a very good second flash to take more artistic photographs in the mouth, but for convenience a ring flash is better as the primary flash. Nikon s R1C1 macro flash (2 flash heads and hot shoe controller) is a more sophisticated flash unit, which also needs an additional flash bracket to use it to its full potential. Use of this unit is greatly enhanced by an additional flash bracket which allows easy repositioning of the flash elements. For case submission purposes this level of sophistication is not necessary, so we recommend the ring flash to all but the most experienced of users. Nikon Suitable models Any current Nikon Older models, no longer in production but also suitable: D80s D70 D200 D90 D5000 Lenses Micro-Nikkor 105mm AF-S VR lens Sigma 105mm macro lens Tamron 90mm macro Retractors See - dentalphotographyinpractice.com/ retractors.htm for recommended retractors Mirrors See - dentalphotographyinpractice.com/ mirrors.htm for recommended retractors com Articulator and Facebow It will be necessary to have access to a semi-adjustable articulator and facebow for the completion of the clinical cases. Advice will be given during the course. 23

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25 What is the start date? Second week in January How are candidates selected? Candidates are eligible as long as they meet the entry criteria and there are enough spaces. Apply before the end of September to avoid disappointment and take advantage of our discounted fees. What if I miss the live webinar? All webinars are recorded to be viewed at a time convenient to you. When is the next intake? January What can I do to ensure I have a place? Let us know that you are ready to apply, then pay your deposit* and complete the application forms. Can you tell me more about the residential courses? The majority of the course will be delivered online, but approximately 5% will need to be delivered face-to-face at three residential courses to complete the hands-on portions of the syllabus. The duration of residential course will be up to 4 days. Can this be a full-time course too? No, this course can only be parttime distance learning. What are the tuition fees? How much time will I need to allocate to this course? We advise on spending around half a day per week to study for the course. Standard fees for 2015 Home/UK: 20,500 Overseas: 25,500 Fee reductions Call +44(0) to find out if you are eligible. Finance Payment by installments is available: subject to an increase in the standard fee Please call +44(0) for more information. We will require a refundable deposit* of 3,000 on application. For more details on payment options contact Healthcare Learning: Smile-on. *The deposit is refundable should your application be unsuccessful. 25

26 Terms and conditions for course fees A deposit (usually 3,000, but may vary from time to time) is payable to Smile-On Ltd upon registration. This fee is only refundable in the event that the student application is not approved by the University of Manchester. A student, upon accepting a place on the course, will become liable immediately for the full fees due. Students are offered payment options as set out in the fees schedule. These options may be provided by an independent financial provider. If the payment schedule has been agreed with an independent financial provider, the student will be subject to the Terms and Conditions of that company. Once a payment plan has been agreed, this cannot be changed by the student, except for in extenuating circumstances that are agreed with Smile-On Ltd in writing. Smile-On Ltd reserves the right to charge an administration fee to alter the payment schedule. Limited Places Course places are limited in number and cannot be guaranteed until the application is approved by the University of Manchester AND payment of course fees is received in full by Smile-On Ltd. Information and dates maybe subject to change and revision at any time. GB71MIDL Please ensure your Bank quotes your name as the payment reference. Cheque/Bankers Draft- Made payable to Smile-on Ltd. and forwarded to: Healthcare Learning: Smile-On 4th Floor Treasure House Hatton Garden, London EC1N 8BA All payments must be made in Sterling. All bank charges must be paid by the student. If making payment at an HSBC Bank, you must inform Smile-on Ltd. and/or provide a copy of the HSBC receipt as soon as possible. Debt Sanctions Fees are payable according to the terms above and the due dates agreed with Healthcare Learning: Smile-on or an independent financial provider. The payment of the correct fees is the responsibility of the student. In the event of non-payment of fees in accordance with Healthcare Learning: Smile-on payment terms or that of an independent financial provider, debt sanctions will be applied without further notice, until such time as payment is received and cleared by the bank. It can take five working days to reinstate full access to all course platforms from the date payment is applied to the student s account, so early settlement is advised. Sponsored Students Where a student provides a valid sponsor letter at application from an external corporate body agreeing to pay tuition fees, the invoice will be sent directly to the sponsoring organisation and payment of the invoice will be due immediately. A student who is sponsored by a friend or relative will be regarded as responsible for their own fees. In the event of non-payment of part or all fees by the sponsoring organisation, the outstanding amount will be invoiced to the student and will be payable within 14 days. Any student who fails to settle the charges within the prescribed dates will be liable to suspension from the course and will then have his/her registration cancelled after 14 days written notice from Healthcare Learning: Smile-on. Suspension from the course means a total prohibition on attendance at the residential courses and access to the course platform. A student who has not settled all outstanding debts or other financial obligations to Healthcare Learning: Smile-on or an independent financial provider will be liable to suspension and cancellation of registration and, in any event, will not: Residential Course Fees The travel and accommodation costs of attending the residential courses are the responsibility of the student and payable directly to the travel carrier/accommodation provider they have chosen. Be permitted to continue with the course and will not be refunded any payments already made Have the marks for any examination or assessment they have taken ratified by the board of examiners. Methods of Payment We regret that we cannot accept cash payments, for to security and insurance reasons. Therefore, cash payments should be made directly to the HSBC Bank using the details provided in the invoice. Healthcare Learning: Smile-on reserves the right to charge an administration fee in respect of unpaid cheques or direct debits. In addition, Healthcare Learning: Smile-on may take legal action to recover any outstanding debts. Tuition Fees may be paid by: Credit/Debit Card - Payments can be made by credit card over the telephone (+44(0) ) or on the website when this service becomes available. Bank Transfer-Can be made into the following account: Account Name: Smile-on Ltd: HSBC Bank Cardiff Bay Branch, 97 Bute Street Cardiff CF10 5NA. Sort Code: Account Number: Bank Swift-Code: MIDLGB2124H IBAN No We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Further Information: Degree programmes Healthcare Learning: Smile-on, Treasure House, Hatton Garden, London EC1N 8BA Tel: +44 (0) info@healthcare-learning.com 26

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28 Head of Qualifications t: +44(0) f: +44(0) e: w: Healthcare Learning: Smile-on Treasure House, 4th Floor Hatton Garden London, EC1N 8BA smile-on healthcarelearning inspiring better care