The Advanced Diploma in Dental Mechanic is a specialised six-month programme designed to provide learners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to understand modern dental laboratory practices. The course combines face-to-face practical training with online learning, providing a flexible and applied learning experience aligned with relevant UK practices and expectations.
Learners will develop knowledge of dental anatomy, dental materials, prosthetic appliances, laboratory procedures, impression and model preparation, and the principles involved in producing dental restorations. Practical activities focus on developing accuracy, technical competence, attention to detail, and an understanding of safe working practices within dental laboratory environments.
The programme is suitable for individuals seeking to develop their knowledge of dental mechanics or strengthen existing dental laboratory skills. Upon completion, learners will have developed a valuable foundation for further education, professional development, or appropriate technical and support opportunities within dental laboratories, clinics, and the wider dental industry.
Applicants should have completed higher secondary education or an equivalent qualification, preferably with a background in science subjects. Basic computer literacy and the ability to use common digital applications are required. Previous experience in dental assisting, nursing, healthcare, or a related field is advantageous but not mandatory. The programme is suitable for learners seeking to develop specialist knowledge and practical skills in dental mechanics.
Course Fee: £500
The course fee includes access to online learning materials, assessments, tutor support and the student learning portal.
Payment Options:
Please contact the admissions team for further information regarding payment arrangements.
Introduction to Dental Mechanics
This module introduces the principles and practices of dental mechanics and the role of dental laboratory professionals. Learners explore laboratory workflows, terminology, professional responsibilities, health and safety, infection control, and quality standards. The module provides a foundation for understanding how dental appliances and restorations are produced while developing awareness of accuracy, professionalism, teamwork, and effective laboratory practice.
Applied Oral Anatomy and Physiology
This module develops knowledge of oral anatomy and physiology relevant to dental mechanics. Learners study tooth morphology, dental arches, occlusion, supporting tissues, jaw relationships, and oral structures. Understanding these anatomical and functional principles enables learners to appreciate how dental prostheses and appliances should be designed to support appropriate function, comfort, aesthetics, and compatibility with individual patient requirements.
Dental Materials and Equipment
Learners explore the materials, instruments, machinery, and equipment commonly used within dental laboratories. The module examines the properties, applications, handling, storage, and limitations of materials used for dental prostheses and appliances. Learners also develop an understanding of equipment operation, maintenance, laboratory safety, infection prevention, and appropriate material selection to support accurate, efficient, and high-quality dental laboratory work.
Fabrication of Dental Prosthetics
This module introduces the principles and stages involved in producing dental prostheses. Learners explore model preparation, design, tooth arrangement, processing, finishing, and quality assessment for different prosthetic solutions. Practical activities develop precision, manual dexterity, and attention to detail while reinforcing the importance of anatomy, occlusion, aesthetics, material selection, and accurate laboratory procedures in producing effective dental prosthetics.
Orthodontic Appliances and Repair
Learners develop an understanding of common orthodontic appliances and the laboratory techniques associated with their construction, maintenance, and repair. The module explores appliance components, materials, design principles, wirework, acrylic techniques, and quality considerations. Learners also examine methods for identifying faults and completing appropriate repairs while maintaining accuracy, functionality, safety, and professional standards within the dental laboratory environment.
Practical Applications and Clinical Practice
This module enables learners to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical dental laboratory skills through structured activities and simulated professional scenarios. Learners apply techniques in model preparation, prosthetic fabrication, appliance work, finishing, and quality checking. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, infection control, safe working practices, communication, documentation, problem-solving, and developing professional behaviours appropriate to contemporary dental laboratory environments.
Successful completion of the Advanced Diploma in Dental Mechanic can support progression to further study in Dental Technology, Dental Science, Digital Dentistry, or related healthcare disciplines.
Learners may apply for relevant undergraduate or specialist programmes, subject to individual university admission requirements. The diploma also provides a foundation for continued professional development and advanced training within dental technology and laboratory practice.
The Advanced Diploma in Dental Mechanic is a specialised six-month programme designed to provide learners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to understand modern dental laboratory practices. The course combines face-to-face practical training with online learning, providing a flexible and applied learning experience aligned with relevant UK practices and expectations.
Learners will develop knowledge of dental anatomy, dental materials, prosthetic appliances, laboratory procedures, impression and model preparation, and the principles involved in producing dental restorations. Practical activities focus on developing accuracy, technical competence, attention to detail, and an understanding of safe working practices within dental laboratory environments.
The programme is suitable for individuals seeking to develop their knowledge of dental mechanics or strengthen existing dental laboratory skills. Upon completion, learners will have developed a valuable foundation for further education, professional development, or appropriate technical and support opportunities within dental laboratories, clinics, and the wider dental industry.
Applicants should have completed higher secondary education or an equivalent qualification, preferably with a background in science subjects. Basic computer literacy and the ability to use common digital applications are required. Previous experience in dental assisting, nursing, healthcare, or a related field is advantageous but not mandatory. The programme is suitable for learners seeking to develop specialist knowledge and practical skills in dental mechanics.
Course Fee: £500
The course fee includes access to online learning materials, assessments, tutor support and the student learning portal.
Payment Options:
Please contact the admissions team for further information regarding payment arrangements.
Introduction to Dental Mechanics
This module introduces the principles and practices of dental mechanics and the role of dental laboratory professionals. Learners explore laboratory workflows, terminology, professional responsibilities, health and safety, infection control, and quality standards. The module provides a foundation for understanding how dental appliances and restorations are produced while developing awareness of accuracy, professionalism, teamwork, and effective laboratory practice.
Applied Oral Anatomy and Physiology
This module develops knowledge of oral anatomy and physiology relevant to dental mechanics. Learners study tooth morphology, dental arches, occlusion, supporting tissues, jaw relationships, and oral structures. Understanding these anatomical and functional principles enables learners to appreciate how dental prostheses and appliances should be designed to support appropriate function, comfort, aesthetics, and compatibility with individual patient requirements.
Dental Materials and Equipment
Learners explore the materials, instruments, machinery, and equipment commonly used within dental laboratories. The module examines the properties, applications, handling, storage, and limitations of materials used for dental prostheses and appliances. Learners also develop an understanding of equipment operation, maintenance, laboratory safety, infection prevention, and appropriate material selection to support accurate, efficient, and high-quality dental laboratory work.
Fabrication of Dental Prosthetics
This module introduces the principles and stages involved in producing dental prostheses. Learners explore model preparation, design, tooth arrangement, processing, finishing, and quality assessment for different prosthetic solutions. Practical activities develop precision, manual dexterity, and attention to detail while reinforcing the importance of anatomy, occlusion, aesthetics, material selection, and accurate laboratory procedures in producing effective dental prosthetics.
Orthodontic Appliances and Repair
Learners develop an understanding of common orthodontic appliances and the laboratory techniques associated with their construction, maintenance, and repair. The module explores appliance components, materials, design principles, wirework, acrylic techniques, and quality considerations. Learners also examine methods for identifying faults and completing appropriate repairs while maintaining accuracy, functionality, safety, and professional standards within the dental laboratory environment.
Practical Applications and Clinical Practice
This module enables learners to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical dental laboratory skills through structured activities and simulated professional scenarios. Learners apply techniques in model preparation, prosthetic fabrication, appliance work, finishing, and quality checking. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, infection control, safe working practices, communication, documentation, problem-solving, and developing professional behaviours appropriate to contemporary dental laboratory environments.
Successful completion of the Advanced Diploma in Dental Mechanic can support progression to further study in Dental Technology, Dental Science, Digital Dentistry, or related healthcare disciplines.
Learners may apply for relevant undergraduate or specialist programmes, subject to individual university admission requirements. The diploma also provides a foundation for continued professional development and advanced training within dental technology and laboratory practice.
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