Early Interceptive orthodontics with clear aligners
Learn how to treat children safely as a GDP with clear aligners and become to go to provider in your area of a rapidly growing niche.
DATES 2025 (Cohort 2) – Completed
DATES 2025 (Cohort 3) : Completed
DATES 2026 (Cohort 4): Jan 22,23,24 / March 19,20,21 / June 18,19,20 / Sep 17,18,19
DATES 2026 (Cohort 5): May 14,15,16 / July 9,10,11 / Oct 8,9,10 / Dec 3,4,5
LOCATION: The Orthodontic Specialist, 5 Whielden Street, Amersham, HP7 0HT
INVESTMENT
“It may feel like a significant investment, but the return it provides lasts a lifetime. The Diploma equips you with skills, confidence, and clinical insight that transform both your practice and your patients’ lives.”
2026 £15,000 PLUS VAT - £18,000
(Flexible payment instalments available).
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
TAILORED LEARNING FOR EVERY AGE GROUP:
- Phase 1: comprehensive management of growing patients from 4 years up to 11 years.
INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM:
- Over 96 hours of cpd, delivered through immersive.
- Face-to-face sessions held on four occasions throughout the year.
- Monthly mentor sessions (1 hour) with Dr. Decker to support your case planning and clinical decision-making. One day work shadowing.
MODERN TECHNIQUES FOR MODERN DENTISTRY:
- Integration of clear aligners, 3d metal printed devices, and ai technology to revolutionize your treatment approach.
- Emphasis on preventive-focused orthodontics that not only improves smiles but also transforms lives.
WHY ENROL?
- Expert guidance: learn directly from dr steffen decker—a leader in early interceptive treatment whose approach has redefined orthodontics in europe and beyond.
- Enhanced clinical competence: develop advanced diagnostic and treatment planning skills, ensuring you treat growing patients safely, confidently, and with a preventive approach.
- Increased revenue potential: incorporate innovative, minimally invasive treatments into your practice, capturing a market segment that is often overlooked.
- Hands-on experience: participate in practical modules that include real case presentations and interactive demonstrations, giving you the confidence to apply your new skills immediately.
COURSE MODULES
Our Philosophy and Clear Aligner Essentials
- Understand the rationale behind preventive-focused orthodontics.
- Explore clear aligner applications, from trim lines to attachments, and learn to harness ai for improved case conversion and remote monitoring.
Growth, Development, and Patient Assessment
- Gain insights into craniofacial growth and development, with special attention to myofunctional therapy and sleep medicine’s role in orthodontics.
- Master comprehensive patient assessments that cover dental, medical, and functional parameters.
Biomechanics and Advanced Tooth Movement
- Study both fundamental and advanced biomechanics, including staging, anchorage control, and sequential distalisation.
- Engage with real-life case studies to deepen your understanding of treatment planning in both permanent and mixed dentitions.
Functional Occlusion and 3d Printed Devices
- Learn how to integrate 3d metal printed devices into your treatment plans.
- Examine the role of innovative appliances in managing a range of malocclusions, from crossbites to complex skeletal cases.
Practical Examination and Certification
- Present and discuss your own case in a supportive environment, receiving personalized feedback from Dr Decker.
- Successfully complete an examination that confirms your understanding of preventive-focused treatment planning and clinical application.
YOUR NEXT STEP IN ORTHODONTICS
Enrol in the Diploma in Early Interceptive Orthodontics and be at the forefront of a clinical revolution that not only enhances your skills but also improves the lives of your young patients.
PLEASE NOTE
Enrolment in this course is subject to our terms and conditions, and by proceeding you are giving your consent to receive further information and communications regarding the course.
For more details or to register your interest, please contact us at The Orthodontic Specialist.
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World-class expertise
Dr. med. dent. Steffen Decker PhD (GDC 131767)
Specialist Orthodontist, MSc in Lingual Orthodontics
Kois Recognised Specialist
Director MSc in Clear Aligner Orthodontics
Director MSc (clin) in Dento-facial Orthodontics
Nr.1 Worldwide Incognito User 2017
Diamond APEX Invisalign® Provider 2021
Invisalign® Provider since 2012
International Lecturer
Align Global Faculty Member
See inside our superb modern orthodontic clinic
Our stunning practice is as comfortable and welcoming as it looks. Throughout we are trying to tell a story, so that our patients feel comfortable. We have all the latest equipment and facilities available to offer you the very best in orthodontics and children’s dentistry.
The Power of Interceptive Clear Aligners
In this video, Dr Steffen Decker, talks about Invisalign First.
