Lectures and live demonstration on a patient by Finlay Sutton
PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE IS RUN TWICE IN 2025, CHOOSE FROM MAY 15-16TH OR NOVEMBER 27-28TH
Removable Partial Denture Course with Me, Finlay Sutton
My aim is to help dentists, clinical dental technicians (denturists), and dental technicians create high-quality removable partial dentures (RPDs) that meet patients' needs for function, aesthetics, and comfort, resulting in lasting satisfaction. From my discussions with colleagues worldwide, it's clear that RPDs are often poorly taught, with complicated textbooks adding to the confusion. This has led to an over-reliance on dental technicians for design.
In this course, I offer practical guidance and proven techniques, using an adapted Scandinavian approach, to ensure RPDs are not only functional and comfortable but also look great.
Are you ready to enhance your skills in making removable partial dentures? Join my course, where I provide practical, hands-on knowledge and insights to transform your approach to removable partial prosthodontics.
What You'll Learn:
This course dives into the art and science of making removable partial dentures. You’ll learn practical techniques you can implement right away in your practice. I cover each step, from patient assessment to the detailed process of creating partial dentures that are both functional and natural-looking.
Why Choose This Course?
- Practical Skills: Gain real-world techniques you can use immediately in your practice.
- Patient Management: Learn how to effectively manage patients throughout the partial denture process, ensuring satisfaction and long-term success.
- Engaging and Detailed: My teaching style is lively and informative, full of practical advice that will boost your confidence in handling removable partial denture cases.
What I Cover:
- Patient Assessment: Identifying patient needs for the best outcomes.
- Denture Design: Learn how to manage any pattern of missing teeth, including making the dentures function like a semi-permanent splint.
- My Adaptation of the Scandinavian Hygienic Approach: Discover my approach to creating dentures that prioritise oral hygiene and patient comfort.
- Impression Techniques: Ensuring the perfect fit for comfort and function.
- Try-In and Adjustments: Fine-tuning the dentures for optimal function and aesthetics.
- Delivery and Aftercare: Supporting patients to adapt to their new dentures successfully.
Fees and Booking
This course is booked directly through my practice. The fee for this two-day masterclass is £2408.00 + VAT. Although the fee is high, it is incredibly comprehensive and represents great value. The knowledge and skills you gain will transform the way you approach RPDs, leading to more successful outcomes for your patients.
Upcoming Dates:
- 15-16 May 2025: Book and Pay Here
- 27-28 November 2025: Book and Pay Here
For any questions or to discuss further details, please contact me at education@finlaysutton.co.uk.
Aims, objectives and anticipated outcomes:
- Increase professional satisfaction and rekindle enthusiasm for partial dentures
- Make partial dentures as stable, comfortable, and secure as possible
- Gain a thorough understanding of a step-by-step design sequence
- Optimise the aesthetics of partial dentures
- Make accurate impressions of the hard and soft tissues for cobalt chromium castings
- Record occlusal relations accurately using gothic arch tracing
- Design partial dentures to limit periodontal damage
- Adjust partial dentures without compromising their fit
- Ensure partial dentures fit and function like removable bridges Improve patient satisfaction and outcomes
- Enhance communication with dental technicians
- Learn that Scandinavian Hygienic RPD designs are superior to classic British/American designs for partially dentate patients, including maxillofacial removable prosthodontics.
- Understand the construction methods and function of partial dentures which work like removable bridges, protecting the periodontium of compromised abutment teeth.
- Appreciate that well-designed and well-made removable dentures are valid alternatives to implant-supported restorations.
- Learn a system of partial denture design which anticipates future abutment failure, allowing artificial tooth additions onto cobalt chromium minor connectors of the denture later.
Programme:
Day 1: Thursday, 15th May 2025 / Thursday, 27th November 2025
Morning Session:
| 9.00 - 9.30 | Welcome and Introduction: Introduction to the course and overview of objectives |
| 9.30 – 11.00 | Lecture: Fundamentals of Partial Denture Design. A detailed discussion on partial denture design principles |
| 11.00 – 11.15 | Coffee Break |
| 11.15 – 13.00 | Hands-On Workshop: Impression Making. A live demonstration on a patient |
| 13.00 – 14.00 | Lunch Break |
Afternoon Session:
| 14.00 - 15.00 | Lecture: Occlusal Registration Techniques. An overview of occlusal registration using rims and gothic arch tracing. Methods for ensuring accurate occlusal relations |
| 15.00 – 15.15 | Coffee Break |
| 15.15 – 17.00 | Workshop: Gothic Arch Tracing Live patient demonstration. A practical session for delegates to practise the technique |
| 17.00 – 17.30 | Q&A and Discussion Open floor for questions and discussion on the day’s topics |
Day 2: Friday, 16th May 2025 / Friday, 28th November 2025
Morning Session:
| 9.00 - 9.30 | Recap and Discussion: Review of Day 1 and introduction to Day 2 |
| 9.30 – 11.00 | Lecture: Enhancing Aesthetics in Partial Dentures Techniques to optimise the appearance of partial dentures Case studies and examples |
| 11.00 – 11.15 | Coffee Break |
| 11.15 – 13.00 | Hands-On Workshop: Case Presentations Finlay’s case presentations. Delegates practise designing for each case with guidance |
| 13.00 – 14.00 | Lunch Break |
Afternoon Session:
| 14.00 - 15.30 | Patient Demonstration: Final Steps Live demonstration on a patient Finishing techniques and final adjustments |
| 15.30 – 15.45 | Coffee Break |
| 15.45 – 16.45 | Workshop: Adjustments and Fine-Tuning
Practical session on adjusting partial dentures without compromising fit. Tips and tricks for fine-tuning dentures |
| 16.45 – 17.30 | Closing Session: Q&A and Certification Final Q&A session Presentation of certificates of completion |
