Dental Photography and Digital Dentistry for Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists (PO171026)

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SubjectClinical Photography
DescriptionThis course provides dental professionals with essential skills in dental photography and intraoral scanning. Participants will learn the fundamentals of intraoral and extraoral photography, camera settings, lighting techniques, and image documentation for clinical and educational purposes. The course also covers digital workflows, including 3D scanning, and digital treatment planning. Hands-on training ensures proficiency in capturing high-quality images and integrating digital tools into daily practice. By the end of the course, attendees will enhance their ability to document cases, improve patient communication, and contribute effectively to modern digital dentistry. All participants must be registered with the GDC as a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist. This course is not suitable for dental nurses or clinical dental technicians.
Additional information

Registration 08:45 Start time: 09:00 Close time 16:00

ADDRESS: University of Portsmouth Dental Academy, William Beatty Building, Hampshire Terrace, Portsmouth PO1 2QG

 

Speaker Bio 

Nida Malik is a dedicated dental hygienist and dental therapist with a passion for education and research. She currently teaches undergraduate students in dental nursing, dental hygiene, and dental therapy at the University of Portsmouth. In addition, she leads a postgraduate diploma in Advanced Restorative Dental Therapy with the Academy of Dental Excellence. Nida collaborates with Professor Subir Banerji delivering hands-on training, online tutorials, and expert-led sessions. She holds a master’s degree and is currently pursuing a PhD, further expanding her expertise in the field. Alongside her teaching and research, Nida also works in a dental practice under direct access, providing patient care independently. With a strong commitment to dental education, clinical excellence, and research, she plays an active role in mentoring and developing the next generation of dental professionals, equipping them with the skills and knowledge required for high-quality patient care

VenueDental Academy, Portsmouth  View details
Date & timeFriday 17 October 2025, 09:00 to 16:00
LecturerNida Malik  View details
Target audience

Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists 

Recommended: Dental Hygienist, or Dental Therapist

Development outcomeC
Course styleBlended Learning
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours6:00
Cost£75.00 (£150.00 surcharge for users whose user group is non-nhs dentist, £30.00 discount for users whose user group is dcp)
Aims

This course aims to equip dental hygienists and therapists with essential skills in dental photography and digital workflows.

Participants will learn to capture high-quality images, utilise intraoral scanning, and integrate digital dentistry tools for improved documentation, patient communication, and treatment planning.

Objectives

Demonstrate effective dental photography techniques, including intraoral and extraoral

imaging, to ensure high-quality clinical documentation.

 

Introduce digital dentistry tools, such as intraoral scanners and explain their integration

into clinical workflows.

 

Provide practical guidance on using digital tools for enhanced treatment planning,

patient communication, and clinical collaboration.

Learning outcomes

Demonstrate proficiency in dental photography, including intraoral and extraoral techniques, for accurate clinical documentation.

Apply digital dentistry tools, such as intraoral scanning to enhance treatment planning and patient communication.

Integrate digital workflows into daily practice to improve efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration in patient care.