The Gentle Touch
Starting at GBP 80
Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 am - Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (GMT+01:00)
The Gentle Touch
31 WoodMarket, Kelso, United Kingdom
This two-day, in-person course is open to therapists, dentists, and practice owners. The total cost is £995 for dentists and practice owners, and £795 for dental therapists. A 10% deposit is required (£99.50 or £79.50) to secure your place.
The course includes in-depth teaching of biomimetics techniques and technology as well as live observation of private check-ups and direct composite restorations by therapists. Dentists and practice owners will also see how therapists can be utilised to full scope with therapist-led care, while dental therapists will have the opportunity to shadow therapists at the Gentle Touch.
Comprehensive introduction to biomimetic dentistry, focusing on foundational principles, science, & essential techniques.
To equip delegates with advanced skills in performing long-lasting composite restorations, focusing on the principles of biomimetic dentistry to enhance clinical outcomes.
To provide hands-on training in caries and fracture removal, optimal dentine bonding, Ribbond application and photography, and the correct application of materials for optimal function and aesthetics.
To empower dental therapists with the knowledge to deliver therapist-led care, allowing them to manage composite restorations independently and confidently.
To provide valuable shadowing opportunities where delegates can observe real-time composite restoration procedures and therapist-led care, learning from experienced practitioners.
To showcase therapist-led care to practice owners and dentists and the benefits to the team and patients.
The shadowing period in the schedule allows delegates to see first-hand how the biomimetics skills and techniques discussed throughout the course are implemented in a live, clinical environment. Participants will also observe Gentle Touch therapists in their treatment of patients using therapist-led care, learning how to manage their time, approach clinical decision-making, and interact with patients. This practical experience will reinforce the course’s teachings and give delegates the confidence to implement these techniques with their own patients.
Practice owner and dentist participants will have the opportunity to spend time with Amber in an open Q&A session, or observe live clinical sessions. This will reinforce the course’s teachings and give delegates the confidence to implement these techniques with their own patients and practices.
Info: 08:30 – 09:00: Registration and welcome coffee
09:00 – 09:30: Introduction to Biomimetic Dentistry
– Overview of biomimetic principles in restorative dentistry
– Understanding the importance of longevity and aesthetics in composite restorations
– Learning how these techniques lead to a stress-free working life
9:30 – 11:00: Assessment and cavity design
– Pre-treatment assessment and diagnosis
– Occlusal factors
– Rubber dam tips
– Caries diagnosis
– Fracture diagnosis
– Preparation considerations
11:00 – 11:30 Coffee break & networking
11:30 – 13:00: Hands-On Session: Cavity preparation techniques
13:00 – 13:45: Lunch and Networking
13:45 – 17:00 Biomimetic bonding and composite techniques (including coffee break)
– Immediate dentine seal
– Resin coat to create the optimal bond
– Composite materials and layering techniques
– Ribbond
– Enamel bonding
17:00: Q&A session before close of day 1
19:00 onwards: Dinner and informal networking at a local restaurant
Info: 08:30 – 09:00: Registration for Day 2 and welcome coffee
09:00 – 09:30: Revise the protocols of direct (stress-induced) composite restorations
09:30 – 10:30: Photography for Success (speaker: Dr Tarig Marzoug)
– The importance of photographic documentation for patient records and marketing.
– Hands-on practice with dental photography equipment including DSLR and intra-oral cameras
10:30 – 11:00: Coffee Break
Info: Therapists Only
11:00 – 13:00: Shadowing Therapists in Action
– Delegates will observe Gentle Touch therapists carrying out private check-ups using therapist-led care in real-life settings
– Participants will also observe Gentle Touch therapists carrying out direct composite restorations in a busy practice, focusing on workflow, patient management, and efficiency
Info: Dentists and Practice Owners
11:00 – 13:00: Exploring a Therapist-led Care Business Model & shadowing
– Benefits of Therapist-led Care for the patients, team and business
– Dentists may observe Gentle Touch therapists or dentists treating patients using biomimetic techniques in real-life settings
Info: 13:00 – 13:45: Lunch
13:45 – 14:15: Open Q&A Session
14:30 – 15:00: Closing Remarks and Certificate Presentation
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Tickets for Level 1: Intro to biomimetic dentistry & direct composite techniques, Oct26 can be booked here.
| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| Dentist or Practice Owner Course: 10% Deposit | 100 GBP |
| Dental Therapist Course: 10% Deposit | 80 GBP |
