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Mini Implant (TADs) Introductory Course - June 19, 2026 - Dublin

Mini Implant (TADs) Introductory Course - June 19, 2026 - Dublin

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Led By | Dr Simon Watkinson & Dr Sara Hosni
Date | Friday 19th June 2026
Venue | Dublin
CPD | 7 CPD Points 
Suitable for  | 
  • Trainee Orthodontists (more suitable for 2nd year and above)
  • Specialists Orthodontist
  • Consultant Orthodontists
  • Dentist with a Specialist interest in Orthodontics
  • Dentists currently studying towards a Diploma in Orthodontics
  • Anyone who is currently practicing Orthodontics

The Infinitas Mini Implant system represents a synthesis of theoretical and practical teaching in the placement of orthodontic mini implants (OMIs), also known as temporary anchorage devices (TADs).  It is our philosophy that bone anchorage should be a simple and routine option for orthodontists and many of your patients.  

This well-established course aims to equip delegates with the essential theoretical and practical knowledge to begin using mini-implant anchorage in clinical scenarios. Intended as an introduction to OMIs, the course will cover the practical aspects of mini-implant techniques, including treatment planning and biomechanics.

Aim 
  • To explain the indications, benefits and clinical usage of OMIs
  • To provide practical hands-on teaching using the Infinitas system
  • To provide a detailed appraisal of the treatment planning process and biomechanics involved for both buccal and palatal OMIs 
  • To discuss clinical techniques for using OMIs with direct & indirect anchorage
  • To discuss clinical techniques for anterior retraction, molar mesialisation, molar intrusion and molar distalisation.
  • To critically appraise the evidence regarding factors affecting OMI success rates 
CPD objectives & anticipated learning outcome
  • To understand OMI usage
  • Be able to use the Infinitas Mini Implant system
  • 7-hour session to receive 7 CPD points
    The price includes the following:
    • Infinitas Mini Implant Intro Kit with 2 x Sterile Implants (not included on trainee rate)
    • Typodont model with 2 mini implants to keep
    • 2nd Edition of the Orthodontic Mini Implant Clinical Handbook by Dr Richard Cousley 
    • Handout and reference material 
    • 7 hours of CPD with a CPD Certificate
    Infinitas Lecturing Team 


    Dr Simon Watkinson

    BDS DDSc (Orth) MFDS RCSEd MOrth RCSEd FDS (Orth) RCSEd MDTFEd

    Consultant and Specialist Orthodontist | Honorary Lecturer
    in Orthodontics

    Simon qualified from Newcastle University in 2006. He undertook several hospital and practice jobs prior to his orthodontic training in Liverpool. On completion of training, in 2013, he was awarded both the William Houston Gold Medal at the Membership in Orthodontics examination and the British Orthodontic Society cases prize. In 2015 he completed his Post-CCST training in Manchester.

    He currently splits his time between Consultant posts at East Lancashire and Manchester Dental Hospital as well as working in private practice. He is an honorary lecturer for the University of Manchester, teaching in its MSc program.

    He examines for the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, has several publications in peer-reviewed journals and is a peer reviewer for a variety of orthodontic journals. Simon is the MCN chair for Lancashire and South Cumbria and sits on the organising committee for the British Orthodontic Conference.

    Simon has been using the Infinitas system for over a decade, using it for maximum anchorage cases, buccal segment intrusion and complex cases.

     

     

     

    Dr Sara Hosni 

    BDS DDSc (Orth) MFDS RCSEd MOrth RCSEd FDS (Orth) RCSEd

    Consultant and Specialist Orthodontist  | Honorary Lecturer in Orthodontics  | Royal College of Surgeons Lady Estelle Wolfson Fellow 

    Sara qualified from Newcastle University in 2009. Following a variety of hospital posts in oral surgery, restorative and paediatric dentistry, Sara undertook her orthodontic specialist training in Liverpool gaining her Doctorate in Orthodontics in 2015. She presented her research at the International Orthodontic Congress and was awarded the first prize in the UTG Research Awards.

    Sara completed her Post-CCST training in the North West and is currently a Consultant at Salford Royal as well as working in specialist practice in Manchester. She is an honorary clinical lecturer at Liverpool University, where she teaches on the DDSc programme.

    Sara has several publications in peer-reviewed journals and is also a reviewer for several orthodontic journals. Sara is an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh. Recently Sara was awarded the Lady Estelle Wolfson Emerging Women Leaders fellowship at the Royal College of Surgeons.

    Sara has been using TADs since 2014 when she first attended the Infinitas course. Sara uses TADs for a variety of malocclusions, using both direct and indirect anchorage, but has a special interest in their use for intrusion.



    Please note that the Infinitas Mini Implant courses are only suitable for qualified Orthodontists and Orthodontic Registrars 

    BDIA CPD Code of Practice compliant

    Standard Ticket Trainee Ticket
    • Infinitas Mini Implant Intro Kit with 2 x Sterile Implants
    • 2nd Edition of the Orthodontic Mini Implant Clinical Handbook by Richard Cousley
    • Demo Model including 2 x Demo Implants 
    • CPD Certificate
    • Lunch & Refreshments
    • 2nd Edition of the Orthodontic Mini Implant Clinical Handbook by Richard Cousley
    • Demo Model including 2 x Demo Implants 
    • CPD Certificate
    • Lunch & Refreshments
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    Led By | Dr Simon Watkinson & Dr Sara Hosni
    Date | Friday 19th June 2026
    Venue | Dublin
    CPD | 7 CPD Points 
    Suitable for  | 
    • Trainee Orthodontists (more suitable for 2nd year and above)
    • Specialists Orthodontist
    • Consultant Orthodontists
    • Dentist with a Specialist interest in Orthodontics
    • Dentists currently studying towards a Diploma in Orthodontics
    • Anyone who is currently practicing Orthodontics

    The Infinitas Mini Implant system represents a synthesis of theoretical and practical teaching in the placement of orthodontic mini implants (OMIs), also known as temporary anchorage devices (TADs).  It is our philosophy that bone anchorage should be a simple and routine option for orthodontists and many of your patients.  

    This well-established course aims to equip delegates with the essential theoretical and practical knowledge to begin using mini-implant anchorage in clinical scenarios. Intended as an introduction to OMIs, the course will cover the practical aspects of mini-implant techniques, including treatment planning and biomechanics.

    Aim 
    • To explain the indications, benefits and clinical usage of OMIs
    • To provide practical hands-on teaching using the Infinitas system
    • To provide a detailed appraisal of the treatment planning process and biomechanics involved for both buccal and palatal OMIs 
    • To discuss clinical techniques for using OMIs with direct & indirect anchorage
    • To discuss clinical techniques for anterior retraction, molar mesialisation, molar intrusion and molar distalisation.
    • To critically appraise the evidence regarding factors affecting OMI success rates 
    CPD objectives & anticipated learning outcome
    • To understand OMI usage
    • Be able to use the Infinitas Mini Implant system
    • 7-hour session to receive 7 CPD points
      The price includes the following:
      • Infinitas Mini Implant Intro Kit with 2 x Sterile Implants (not included on trainee rate)
      • Typodont model with 2 mini implants to keep
      • 2nd Edition of the Orthodontic Mini Implant Clinical Handbook by Dr Richard Cousley 
      • Handout and reference material 
      • 7 hours of CPD with a CPD Certificate
      Infinitas Lecturing Team 


      Dr Simon Watkinson

      BDS DDSc (Orth) MFDS RCSEd MOrth RCSEd FDS (Orth) RCSEd MDTFEd

      Consultant and Specialist Orthodontist | Honorary Lecturer
      in Orthodontics

      Simon qualified from Newcastle University in 2006. He undertook several hospital and practice jobs prior to his orthodontic training in Liverpool. On completion of training, in 2013, he was awarded both the William Houston Gold Medal at the Membership in Orthodontics examination and the British Orthodontic Society cases prize. In 2015 he completed his Post-CCST training in Manchester.

      He currently splits his time between Consultant posts at East Lancashire and Manchester Dental Hospital as well as working in private practice. He is an honorary lecturer for the University of Manchester, teaching in its MSc program.

      He examines for the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, has several publications in peer-reviewed journals and is a peer reviewer for a variety of orthodontic journals. Simon is the MCN chair for Lancashire and South Cumbria and sits on the organising committee for the British Orthodontic Conference.

      Simon has been using the Infinitas system for over a decade, using it for maximum anchorage cases, buccal segment intrusion and complex cases.

       

       

       

      Dr Sara Hosni 

      BDS DDSc (Orth) MFDS RCSEd MOrth RCSEd FDS (Orth) RCSEd

      Consultant and Specialist Orthodontist  | Honorary Lecturer in Orthodontics  | Royal College of Surgeons Lady Estelle Wolfson Fellow 

      Sara qualified from Newcastle University in 2009. Following a variety of hospital posts in oral surgery, restorative and paediatric dentistry, Sara undertook her orthodontic specialist training in Liverpool gaining her Doctorate in Orthodontics in 2015. She presented her research at the International Orthodontic Congress and was awarded the first prize in the UTG Research Awards.

      Sara completed her Post-CCST training in the North West and is currently a Consultant at Salford Royal as well as working in specialist practice in Manchester. She is an honorary clinical lecturer at Liverpool University, where she teaches on the DDSc programme.

      Sara has several publications in peer-reviewed journals and is also a reviewer for several orthodontic journals. Sara is an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh. Recently Sara was awarded the Lady Estelle Wolfson Emerging Women Leaders fellowship at the Royal College of Surgeons.

      Sara has been using TADs since 2014 when she first attended the Infinitas course. Sara uses TADs for a variety of malocclusions, using both direct and indirect anchorage, but has a special interest in their use for intrusion.



      Please note that the Infinitas Mini Implant courses are only suitable for qualified Orthodontists and Orthodontic Registrars 

      BDIA CPD Code of Practice compliant

      Standard Ticket Trainee Ticket
      • Infinitas Mini Implant Intro Kit with 2 x Sterile Implants
      • 2nd Edition of the Orthodontic Mini Implant Clinical Handbook by Richard Cousley
      • Demo Model including 2 x Demo Implants 
      • CPD Certificate
      • Lunch & Refreshments
      • 2nd Edition of the Orthodontic Mini Implant Clinical Handbook by Richard Cousley
      • Demo Model including 2 x Demo Implants 
      • CPD Certificate
      • Lunch & Refreshments