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IN PERSON EVENT, hosted by the Bedford Section

What to expect

Every GDP should have a working knowledge of implant crowns whether they wish to restore an implant or not. This lecture aims at providing an understanding of the core components of a dental implant, the principle of osseointegration, and the necessary steps involved in planning, restoring, and maintaining a single dental implant. This is part 1 of a 2 part course. Part 2 will be taking place on Wednesday 10 September 2025.

Timings

18:00 Registration and networking

18:30 Meal - for all attendees

19:30 Lecture 

21:00 Networking and close

Learning objectives

  • Identify the core components of a standard dental implant and understand the basic principle of how it integrates with bone (osseointegration).⁠
  • Recognise the essential information needed from the implant placement surgeon to plan and execute a simple implant restoration.
  • Understand the fundamental steps involved in restoring a single, standard dental implant, from initial assessment to final restoration delivery.
  • Understand the importance of maintenance protocols for dental implants and  when to refer for further intervention.

Development outcome

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Meet the speaker

Rajesh Varma Dental Surgeon with special interest in Implant Dentistry

Rajesh qualified from Guy's Hospital, London in 1999 and has dedicated his career to advancing his expertise in restorative and implant dentistry. Holding a Diploma in Dental Implantology from the Eastman Dental Institute and currently pursuing an MSc in Restorative Dentistry at Birmingham University, he combines academic rigor with extensive practical experience. With over a decade of hands-on experience working with diverse implant systems, including a recent collaboration with Osstem Implants, Rajesh is at the forefront of dental innovation. He is actively integrating digital workflows into orthodontic and restorative treatments, reflecting his commitment to providing patients with the most advanced and effective care.

More information

Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements by emailing us - [email protected]

Would you be interested in getting involved in the Bedford Section?

We are looking for enthusiastic members to join the Bedford Section as general committee members. A role on the committee is a great way to get involved in the BDA at a local level and to help provide and shape local educational and networking events. It’s also great to have on your CV!

A brief description of the different roles in a committee is available here

The Section has the support of the centrally-based Local Services team who are on hand to help and advise on any aspect of running the Section and planning events.

If interested, or for more information, please contact Ed Byrne or Tony Peluso of the Bedford Section on the night, or email us at [email protected]

If you feel at all unwell, we encourage you to take a lateral flow test the evening before you are due to arrive - should your test result be positive, we ask you not to attend.

If your test is negative, but you do have symptoms of COVID-19 (a new, persistent cough; a high temperature; or loss/changes to your sense of taste or smell) we kindly request you consider not attending the event to mitigate any risk to other attendees.

Bedfordshire Golf Club, Spring Lane, Stagsden, Bedford MK43 8SR

The golf club is centrally located with easy access from the M1 and A1, Bedford, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Luton and Wellingborough.

Directions from Bedford

Take the A428 to Northampton and at Bromham (3 miles from central Bedford) turn left onto the A422 to Milton Keynes. After 1 mile turn left onto Spring Lane (signposted Kempston Church End) and immediately left again into the golf club entrance. Once through the entrance drive up the hill and the car park is on your right.

Directions from Milton Keynes

At Junction 14 of the M1, take the A509 North to Olney/Wellingborough. After 3 miles turn right onto the A422 to Bedford. Drive for a further 6 miles on the A422 and turn right into Spring Lane (signposted Kempston Church End). Turn immediately left into the golf club entrance. Once through the entrance drive up the hill and the car park is on your right.

Free parking is available.

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Entertaining and informative

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