A Hands On, 2 Day Intensive Training
This advanced programme is designed for veterinary nurses and technicians who already have foundational experience in veterinary dentistry and are ready to progress into dental radiography, extractions and instrumentation with greater confidence.
The course focuses on building strong diagnostic skills, improving technical execution and enabling participants to better support veterinarians during more complex dental procedures. Emphasis is placed on correct technique, safe workflows and effective use of industry standard iM3 dental equipment.
By the end of the programme, participants will not only understand the theory behind dental radiography and extractions, but will also have extensive supervised hands on practice to translate knowledge into real clinical application.
What You Will Learn
Dental Radiography and Diagnostics
Understanding the importance of dental radiographs in diagnosis and treatment planning
Radiation safety principles, positioning and PPE
Dental X ray equipment setup including sensors, plates and positioning aids
Taking diagnostic dental X rays and full mouth series
Basic dental radiograph interpretation and identifying pathology
Dental Extractions and Instrumentation
Patient preparation, ergonomics and tissue handling
Basic and advanced extraction techniques
Use of iM3 hand instruments and burs
Gingival flap creation and alveolar bone removal
Canine and multi rooted tooth extractions
Dental instrument handling, maintenance and care
Recognition and management of common extraction complications
Limited spots available!
Meet Your Instructor: Dr. Bryan Tan, BVSc (Hons)
Dr Bryan Tan graduated from the University of Queensland in 2015 and has been the exclusive distributor for iM3 in Singapore for the past 6 years. His keen interest in veterinary dentistry was due to the passion of the specialists and engineers associated with iM3 and he is very enthusiastic to impart his knowledge about veterinary dentistry through both clinical practice and research.
Course Agenda
Day 1
Dental Radiography and Diagnostic Skills
08:30 – 09:00 Registration and Welcome Coffee
09:00 – 09:30 Benefits of Dental Radiography Role of dental X rays in diagnosis and treatment planning
09:30 – 10:00 Dental X ray Safety Radiation principles, positioning safety and use of PPE
10:00 – 10:15 Morning Tea Break
10:15 – 11:00 Dental X ray Equipment and Setup Sensors, plates, positioning aids and machine settings
11:00 – 12:30 Demonstration and Guided Practice Taking diagnostic dental X rays Full mouth series and common troubleshooting
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch
Afternoon Practical Sessions
13:30 – 15:00 Practical 1 Dental X ray positioning techniques for incisors, canines, premolars and molars
15:00 – 15:15 Afternoon Tea Break
15:15 – 16:45 Practical 2 Dental X ray interpretation basics Normal anatomy versus pathology Using radiographs to assist with extractions
16:45 – 17:00 End of Day Debrief
Day 2
Dental Extractions and Instrumentation
08:30 – 09:00 Arrival and Coffee
09:00 – 09:30 Basic Extraction Principles Patient preparation, ergonomics and tissue handling
09:30 – 10:15 Basic Extraction Techniques Using iM3 hand instruments Incisor extractions
10:15 – 10:30 Morning Tea Break
10:30 – 11:15 Advanced Extraction Techniques Using iM3 burs Gingival flaps and alveolar bone removal
11:15 – 12:30 Demonstration Canine and multi rooted tooth extractions
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch
Afternoon Practical Sessions
13:30 – 15:00 Practical 3 Advanced extraction techniques Canines and multi rooted teeth Flap creation and closure
15:00 – 15:15 Afternoon Tea Break
15:15 – 16:30 Practical 4 Dental instrumentation mastery Knowing and handling dental tools Maintenance and care of iM3 equipment
16:30 – 16:50 Common Extraction Complications Root fracture, haemorrhage and post extraction care
16:50 – 17:00 Closing Remarks and Certificates
Why This Course Stands Out
This programme is structured for nurses and technicians who want to move beyond dental prophylaxis and become confident contributors in advanced dental procedures.
Participants receive clear, structured lectures paired with extensive practical sessions, allowing concepts to be immediately applied under guidance. Small group teaching ensures close supervision, hands on repetition and meaningful feedback throughout the course.
