In 1992, the Society introduced a Post-graduate program of accreditation. This provides an opportunity for dentists who are interested in implantology an opportunity to enhance their knowledge base, and to receive recognition of their having attained a certain level of education in the field.
Three levels of courses are run on a regular basis.
Level I is an Introductory Course on the scope and potential of dental implants, case selection, when to refer patients and legal requirements.
Level II covers The Basic Sciences as they apply to Implant Dentistry. Anatomy,Physiology, Diagnostics and Medical Implications are discussed by highly credentialled Academics.
Level III completes the training, with detailed implant placement procedures, provisionalisation, restoration and management of complications presented, usually by an acclaimed overseas clinician.
Before progressing to a higher level, the candidate has to pass a written examination, except for Level I . Once the candidate has successfully completed Level III, Accreditation is awarded.
When members of the public seek information about Society members who might be able to offer them treatment with implants, they are informed as to the accreditation status of the members.