North Dental Study Club
12-month Program Focused on Clinical Growth and Decision-making
A Collaborative Learning Experience
A 12-month, small-group dental study club designed to support clinical excellence while aligning with Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Quality Assurance (QA) requirements.
Study clubs are recognized as collaborative, peer-driven learning environments involving case review, discussion, and reflection, supporting ongoing professional competence. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants to ensure a high level of interaction and meaningful discussion. The program emphasizes:
Clinical Decision-Making
Treatment Planning
Case-Based Learning
Reflective Practice
Professional Goal Development
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Learning Approach
Each monthly session combines focused teaching, case-based discussion, participant presentations, and reflection. The format supports structured learning, peer collaboration, professional knowledge exchange, and CPD-aligned reflective practice.
Focused Clinical Teaching
Case-Based Discussion
Participant Case Presentations
Reflection and Application
PROGRAM DETAILS
12 Months (In-Person)
Duration
Monthly (Monday Evenings)
Schedule
2.5–3 hours
Session Length
Maximum 12 participants
Group Size
$4,000
Fee
PROGRAM DETAILS
Duration
12 Months (In-Person)
Schedule
Monthly (Monday Evenings)
Session Length
2.5-3 hours
Group Size
Maximum 12 participants
Fees
$4,000
Program Details
12 Months (In-Person)
Duration
Monthly (Monday Evenings)
Schedule
2.5–3 hours
Session Length
Maximum 12 participants
Group Size
$4,000
Fee
Supporting Professional Growth
Focused On Practical And Measurable Development
Support participants in meeting CPD requirements
Develop and track professional goals
Enhance clinical knowledge and decision-making
Promote reflective and ethical practice
Encourage peer learning and collaboration
12-MONTH DETAILED CURRICULUM
Each month focuses on a specific clinical area with structured learning, discussion, and reflection.
| Month | Focus | Content | Interactive | Reflection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 – Diagnosis & Treatment Planning + Goal Setting | Structured diagnosis and planning | • Medical and dental history • Risk assessment (biologic, functional, esthetic) • Treatment sequencing • Introduction to professional goals | • Full case review • Define 2–3 personal goals | • Where are my diagnostic gaps? |
| Month 2 – Occlusion in Clinical Practice | Practical occlusion | • Occlusal principles • CR vs MIP • When occlusion matters | • Case discussions | • Where do I miss occlusal issues? |
| Month 3 – Worn Dentition | Diagnosis to planning | • Etiology • Vertical dimension decisions • Additive vs full rehabilitation | • Case planning | • How confident am I managing wear? |
| Month 4 – Documentation & Patient Communication | Clear communication and records | • Diagnosis and rationale • Consent and documentation gaps • Structuring patient conversations | • Rewrite clinical notes • Communication exercises | • What will I change immediately? |
| Month 5 – Single Implant Restorations | Prosthetic-driven planning | • Case selection • Emergence profile • Complications | • Case comparison | • Where do I struggle with implants? |
| Month 6 – Full-Arch Implant Rehabilitation | Complex planning | • Case selection • Workflow planning • Prosthetic considerations | • Full-arch case | • When should I treat vs refer? |
| Month 7 – Indigenous Cultural Safety & Sensitivity | Respectful and equitable care | • Cultural safety vs competence • Historical healthcare context • Bias and systemic barriers • Trauma-informed care • Communication for trust | • Case scenarios (mistrust, barriers) • Group discussion and reflection | • How might my assumptions impact care? • What changes improve trust and safety? • How can I create an inclusive environment? |
| Month 8 – Esthetics & Anterior Restorations | Predictable esthetics | • Smile design • Patient communication | • Case critique | • How do I manage expectations? |
| Month 9 – Removable Prosthodontics | Practical dentures | • Complete dentures • Overdentures • Common pitfalls | • Troubleshooting cases | • Where do my cases fail? |
| Month 10 – Complications & Failures | Learning from mistakes | • Implant failures • Prosthetic failures • Patient dissatisfaction | • Failure case discussions | • What would I do differently? |
| Month 11 – Interdisciplinary Treatment Planning | Collaboration | • Working with specialists • Treatment sequencing | • Multi-disciplinary case | • How can I improve collaboration? |
| Month 12 – Professional Humility & Safe Workplace | Ethical practice and awareness | • Professional humility • Cultural safety • Bias awareness • Respectful workplace dynamics | • Scenario-based discussions • Group reflection | • What kind of clinician do I want to be? • What will I change moving forward? |
| Month | Focus | Content | Interactive | Reflection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 – Diagnosis & Treatment Planning + Goal Setting | Structured diagnosis and planning | • Medical and dental history • Risk assessment (biologic, functional, esthetic) • Treatment sequencing • Introduction to professional goals | • Full case review • Define 2–3 personal goals | • Where are my diagnostic gaps? |
| Month 2 – Occlusion in Clinical Practice | Practical occlusion | • Occlusal principles • CR vs MIP • When occlusion matters | • Case discussions | • Where do I miss occlusal issues? |
| Month 3 – Worn Dentition | Diagnosis to planning | • Etiology • Vertical dimension decisions • Additive vs full rehabilitation | • Case planning | • How confident am I managing wear? |
| Month 4 – Documentation & Patient Communication | Clear communication and records | • Diagnosis and rationale • Consent and documentation gaps • Structuring patient conversations | • Rewrite clinical notes • Communication exercises | • What will I change immediately? |
| Month 5 – Single Implant Restorations | Prosthetic-driven planning | • Case selection • Emergence profile • Complications | • Case comparison | • Where do I struggle with implants? |
| Month 6 – Full-Arch Implant Rehabilitation | Complex planning | • Case selection • Workflow planning • Prosthetic considerations | • Full-arch case | • When should I treat vs refer? |
| Month 7 – Indigenous Cultural Safety & Sensitivity | Respectful and equitable care | • Cultural safety vs competence • Historical healthcare context • Bias and systemic barriers • Trauma-informed care • Communication for trust | • Case scenarios (mistrust, barriers) • Group discussion and reflection | • How might my assumptions impact care? • What changes improve trust and safety? • How can I create an inclusive environment? |
| Month 8 – Esthetics & Anterior Restorations | Predictable esthetics | • Smile design • Patient communication | • Case critique | • How do I manage expectations? |
| Month 9 – Removable Prosthodontics | Practical dentures | • Complete dentures • Overdentures • Common pitfalls | • Troubleshooting cases | • Where do my cases fail? |
| Month 10 – Complications & Failures | Learning from mistakes | • Implant failures • Prosthetic failures • Patient dissatisfaction | • Failure case discussions | • What would I do differently? |
| Month 11 – Interdisciplinary Treatment Planning | Collaboration | • Working with specialists • Treatment sequencing | • Multi-disciplinary case | • How can I improve collaboration? |
| Month 12 – Professional Humility & Safe Workplace | Ethical practice and awareness | • Professional humility • Cultural safety • Bias awareness • Respectful workplace dynamics | • Scenario-based discussions • Group reflection | • What kind of clinician do I want to be? • What will I change moving forward? |
- Medical and dental history
- Risk assessment: biologic, functional and esthetic
- Treatment sequencing
- Introduction to professional goals
- Full case review
- Define two to three personal goals
- Where are my diagnostic gaps?
- Occlusal principles
- CR vs MIP
- When occlusion matters
- Case discussions
- Where do I miss occlusal issues?
- Etiology of tooth wear
- Vertical dimension decisions
- Additive vs full rehabilitation
- Case planning
- How confident am I managing wear?
- Diagnosis, rationale, and consent
- Common documentation gaps
- Structuring patient conversations
- Rewrite clinical notes
- Communication exercises
- What will I change immediately?
- Case selection
- Emergence profile
- Common complications
- Case comparison
- Where do I struggle with implants?
- Case selection criteria
- Workflow planning
- Prosthetic considerations
- Full-arch case review
- When should I treat vs refer?
- Cultural safety vs cultural competence
- Historical context in healthcare
- Bias and systemic barriers
- Trauma-informed care principles
- Communication for trust and respect
- Case scenarios: mistrust and barriers to care
- Group discussion and reflection
- How might my assumptions impact patient care?
- What changes can improve trust and safety?
- Smile design principles
- Patient communication and expectations
- Case critique
- How do I manage patient expectations?
- Complete dentures
- Overdentures
- Common clinical challenges
- Troubleshooting cases
- Where do my cases fail?
- Implant failures
- Prosthetic failures
- Patient dissatisfaction
- Failure case discussions
- What would I do differently?
- Working with specialists
- Treatment sequencing and coordination
- Multi-disciplinary case discussion
- How can I improve collaboration?
- Professional humility
- Cultural safety principles
- Bias awareness
- Respectful workplace dynamics
- Scenario-based discussions
- Group reflection
- What kind of clinician do I want to be?
- What will I change moving forward?
Professional Goal Integration
Participants define professional goals at the beginning of the program, apply their learning to real clinical cases throughout the year, and reflect on progress over time. This structure supports QA expectations by encouraging measurable improvement and thoughtful changes in clinical practice.
- Define 2–3 Goals
- Apply Learning Clinically
- Reflect On Progress
- Evaluate Practice Improvements
Why Join The Study Club
The North Dental Study Club is designed for dentists who want focused learning, meaningful discussion, and practical improvements they can apply to clinical care. With enrollment limited to 12 participants, each session supports interaction, reflection, and professional growth.
- Small Group Learning
- Real Case Discussions
- Structured CPD Hours
- Practical Clinical Improvements
Contact our team to learn more or reserve your spot.
