October has been one of our busiest months yet. We hosted our annual London conference in the Big Smoke, including five days of packed schedules and plenty of fantastic moments to look back on. We’re still catching our breath after all the excitement!
And while the conference has certainly been a highlight, there’s been plenty happening elsewhere at the LDI, too. We’ve been updating our clinical research resources, welcoming hundreds of dentists to our Live Study Clubs and working on something very exciting behind the scenes.
We can’t reveal everything just yet, but keep your eyes peeled for a big announcement coming soon! 👀
For now, here’s a look at what we’ve been up to this October.
A Look Back at our Biggest Conference Yet!
What a week! October saw us host our biggest conference yet in London, with five days of packed schedules, fantastic speakers and dentists coming together from across our community.
From the presentations and clinical discussions to the conversations happening between sessions, there was an incredible amount of energy throughout the five days. It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces, welcome new ones and share the experience with everyone who joined us.
We’re still catching our breath after such a busy week, but the feedback and enthusiasm have made all the hard work worthwhile!
We’re taking a few days to recover before we start planning the next one, and if this year’s conference is anything to go by, there’s plenty to look forward to.
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New Clinical Research Resources on the VLE
October has also brought updates to the Clinical Research section of our Diploma in Aesthetic & Restorative Dentistry.
Being able to interpret scientific literature is an important skill for clinicians, particularly as new dental materials, techniques and technologies continue to emerge.
Our faculty have been working hard on updating the How to Read a Scientific Paper guide with research examples specifically relevant to aesthetic and restorative dentistry, replacing the previous orthodontic examples.
The guide provides practical guidance on selecting and interpreting scientific literature, including understanding peer-reviewed journals, assessing journal quality and metrics, and recognising different types of research articles.
The aim is to help students become more confident in identifying relevant, reliable evidence and understanding how research findings may apply to their clinical practice.
Students can access the updated guide through the VLE.
New Resources on Critically Appraising Clinical Trials
Alongside the updated guide, two new documents and a downloadable research paper have been added to the module.
These resources focus on critically appraising randomised controlled trials (RCTs), helping students understand how to evaluate the quality and reliability of clinical research.
Topics include:
- Research hypotheses and sample sizes
- Follow-up periods and outcome assessment
- Internal and external validity
- Common sources of bias
- Whether research findings are applicable to clinical practice
Developing these skills can help clinicians make more informed decisions when reviewing new evidence and considering its relevance to patient care.
More Live Study Clubs in November
Following September’s sessions, another three Live Study Clubs are scheduled for October.
These sessions remain free to attend and are open to the wider dental community, including dentists who are not currently enrolled on a Diploma.
Our LSCs offer a way to continue learning, discuss clinical topics with experienced practitioners and connect with colleagues throughout the year, and you’re welcome to share them with those from your community.
Explore what’s coming up next month and register your interest here:
VIEW UPCOMING LIVE STUDY CLUBS
An Exciting Announcement is Coming…
With the final months of 2026 approaching, we’re continuing to develop our courses and prepare for new opportunities for the dental community… We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes, we’re just not ready to share the details yet!
In the meantime, keep an eye on the LDI website and upcoming emails in your inbox for the latest news.
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