Internationally Accredited Diploma in Restorative & Aesthetic Dentistry
Build the clinical confidence and restorative mastery your patients deserve.
Speak to our team: +27 82 044 4416
ADVANCE YOUR DENTISTRY. TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER.
A COMPLETE RESTORATIVE & AESTHETIC DENTISTRY JOURNEY GUIDED BY LEADERS IN THE FIELD.
Instead of jumping between fragmented 1–3 day workshops, join a structured, internationally accredited diploma that takes you step-by-step through the entire restorative and aesthetic workflow — from fundamentals to advanced applications.
Led by Dr Mark Bowes and Dr Jean van Lierop, you’ll learn modern, real-world dentistry the right way: integrated, comprehensive, and immediately implementable.
Find out if the Diploma is the right next step for your clinical growth.
EDUQUAL-ACCREDITED
CPD-certified
Delivered in a world-class training facility
Led by two of SA’s most respected clinicians
Cost & Flexible Payment Options
R 99,000
The full Diploma in Restorative & Aesthetic Dentistry is R99,000, which includes all seven modules, hands-on training, digital resources and full mentorship throughout the programme. To make the diploma accessible to more dentists, we offer flexible payment plans, allowing you to spread the investment over 12 months. This means you can begin your diploma journey immediately while managing payments comfortably alongside your practice.
| MODULE | DATE | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| Module 1: DSD and Multidisciplinary Digital Dentistry | 30 - 31 JANUARY | Cape Town |
| Module 2: Occlusion - Demystifying Function for Predicatable Outcomes | 27 - 28 FEBRUARY | Cape Town |
| Module 3: Orthodontics and Endodontics | 22 - 23 MAY | Cape Town |
| Module 4: Advanced All Ceramic Restorative | 5 - 7 JUNE | Cape Town |
| Module 4: Advanced All Ceramic Restorative | 17 - 19 SEPTEMBER | Johannesburg |
| Module 5: Advanced Direct Restorations | 24 - 26 JULY | Cape Town |
| Module 5: Advanced Direct Restorations | 29 - 31 OCTOBER | Johannesburg |
| Module 6: Perio/Restorative Interface & Implants | 9-10 OCTOBER | Cape Town |
| Module 7: Growth in Dentistry | 27 - 28 NOVEMBER | Cape Town |
EVERY MODULE COMBINES:
EVIDENCE-BASED LECTURES
HANDS-ON TRAINING
DIGITAL WORKFLOW DEMOS
LIVE CASE EXAMPLES
PERSONALISED MENTORSHIP
IS YOUR LEARNING STILL HAPPENING IN DISCONNECTED SHORT COURSES?
Many dentists try to improve their restorative and aesthetic skills by
attending scattered workshops… but then:
- You struggle to integrate the techniques into a consistent workflow
- You feel unsure about case planning or sequencing
- You get conflicting approaches from different presenters
- You still don’t feel confident taking on advanced restorative cases
- You don’t have mentorship or feedback as you grow
A COMPLETE, STRUCTURED DIPLOMA THAT BUILDS YOUR SKILLS STEP-BY-STEP.
The Restorative & Aesthetic Academy Diploma gives dentists a clear,
guided educational pathway — not a collection of isolated courses.
You’ll move through 7 integrated modules, each designed to build on
the previous one.
STORIES FROM OUR GRADUATES
REAL JOURNEYS. REAL GROWTH.
How It Works
A SIMPLE 3-STEP PATHWAY TO MASTERY:
1. Enrol & secure your place
Choose your payment plan (flexible
options available).
2. Complete the seven guided
modules
All modules are available in Cape
Town with select modules repeated in Johannesburg.
Learn hands-on, digital, and clinical skills in an integrated, structured sequence.
3. Graduate with an internationally
accredited diploma
Grow your practice, expand your
clinical abilities, and offer advanced
restorative dentistry with confidence.
Dr Mark Bowes
Co-Founder & Course Director
With over three decades of clinical experience, Dr Mark Bowes is internationally recognised for his pioneering work in aesthetic and minimally invasive dentistry. He is the Clinical Director at Enamel Clinic and a respected speaker on digital workflows, smile design, and functional aesthetics. At the Restorative and Aesthetic Academy, Dr Bowes brings his passion for precision and education into every module, offering delegates insight into the techniques and philosophies that have shaped his renowned practice.
Dr Jean van Lierop
Co-Founder & Senior Lecturer
Dr Jean van Lierop is a highly respected restorative dentist and co-founder of the Restorative and Aesthetic Academy and Smith & Van Lierop Dentistry. With more than 20 years of clinical experience, he is known for his dedication to interdisciplinary care, mentorship, and patient-centred treatment. Dr van Lierop is also a founding member of The Bridge Program, supporting the growth of young dentists. At RAA, he leads with clarity, humility, and an unwavering commitment to excellence in clinical education.
MEET OUR SPECIALIST MENTORS
Guided by Leaders in Restorative Dentistry
Each module is led by experienced clinicians who practise what they teach. Featuring Dr Mark Bowes (Course Director), Dr Jean van Lierop, and other distinguished faculty, the mentorship model ensures you receive personalised guidance, in-depth feedback, and clinical support.
Dr Corné Smith
Dr Evert Burger
Dr Andrew Ellis
Prof Martin Vorster
Dr David Huson
Dr Alexander Abedian-Rawháni
“IS THIS TOO ADVANCED FOR ME?”
No — the diploma is designed to take you from confident
GP to advanced restorative dentist step-by-step.
“I DON’T HAVE TIME FOR LONG COURSES.”
You can complete the diploma over 1 or 2 years with flexible scheduling.
“IS IT REALLY WORTH THE INVESTMENT?”
Most dentists recover the course fee within months by offering new services, increasing treatment acceptance, and confidently taking on higher-value cases.
“CAN I PAY MONTHLY?”
Yes — 12-month payment plans are available.