Intended Level of Study
5 years of post-secondary education
Duration
1 year
Training Structure
School of Dentistry
Language(s) of Instruction
French
Overview
An innovative training program, unique in France, dedicated to the study of dental biomaterials in the context of preventive, adhesive, cosmetic, and digital dentistry.
The goal is to provide in-depth clinical knowledge of biomaterials. Each type of material is described in detail, with tables that allow for comparisons between different brands.
The course will cover the latest materials as well as the most effective techniques, based on the level of evidence in the scientific literature.
The University Diploma in Biomaterials and Techniques in Preventive, Adhesive, Aesthetic, and Digital Dentistry is divided into three thematic university certificates:
- The Biomaterials 1 Certificate: Non-invasive and Minimally Invasive Techniques
- The Biomaterials 2 Certificate: Minimally Invasive Techniques Using Direct Restoration
- The Biomaterials 3 Certificate: Minimally Invasive Techniques Using Indirect Restorations
Each certificate corresponds to a 3-day session, with certification awarded at the end of the session. The diploma is automatically awarded upon completion of all three certificates.
You can enroll in 1 or 2 thematic university certificates without enrolling in the entire University Diploma (DU) program. This allows you to take courses on a flexible basis at your own pace, according to your schedule. In this case, you can also complete the DU program over a longer period of time. Once you have earned your first certificate, you have three years to complete the other two certificates in the DU in Biomaterials and Dental Techniques.
The Benefits of the Training Program
A condensed yet comprehensive curriculum focused on clinical practice.
Feedback from four hospital-based and private-practice dentists that helps put material choices and related techniques into perspective.
Teaching based on the level of evidence in accordance with the international literature, but also in conjunction with clinical information from social media, while analyzing its relevance.
Objectives
- Acquisition of in-depth knowledge and skills in the selection of dental biomaterials, in conjunction with the latest techniques suited to modern adhesive dentistry, as well as non-invasive, micro-invasive, and minimally invasive dentistry.
- Understanding the behavior of biomaterials based on their structure, with a view to tissue conservation and biological and aesthetic integration.
- Ability to select each material based on the clinical situation and the risk-benefit ratio.
Program
Select a program
BIOMATERIALS CERTIFICATE 1: NONINVASIVE AND MICROINVASIVE TECHNIQUES IN RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
Certificate in the use of dental biomaterials in noninvasive and minimally invasive treatments, suitable for general or specialty dental practice.
BIOMATERIALS CERTIFICATE 2: MINIMALLY INVASIVE DIRECT TECHNIQUES IN RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
Certificate in the knowledge of dental biomaterials as applied to minimally invasive treatments using direct techniques in micro-invasive restorative dentistry, suitable for general or specialty practice.
BIOMATERIALS CERTIFICATE 3: MINIMALLY INVASIVE TECHNIQUES USING INDIRECT METHODS IN RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
Certificate in the knowledge of dental biomaterials as applied to minimally invasive treatments using indirect techniques in restorative dentistry, suitable for general or specialty practice.
Admission
Admission Requirements
- Hold a state-issued Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Medicine degree, or a foreign degree that qualifies the holder to practice dentistry; dental residents
Registration Procedures
The application must include:
- a short cover letter
- a brief resume
- a copy of the Doctor of Dental Surgery degree
- a copy of your ID card or passport and/or visa
The completed application should be sent to (odonto-formation-permanente@umontpellier.fr)
Target Audience
Doctorate in Dental Surgery or Medicine
Tuition Fees
Total cost of the university diploma: €2,400.00, or €800.00 per certificate.