Historical background

Overview

The French College of Implantology was founded some 15 years ago by practitioners from various backgrounds (dental surgeons, stomatologists, maxillofacial surgeons, dental technicians, radiologists) all of whom were interested in implantology, at a time when this discipline was seldom taught. This group, under the aegis of Doctor GUILLAUME, has been obliged to reflect on what would be the best ways of disseminating these techniques, confirmed by the scientific community but also by the constant innovation and progress in surgery and prosthetic implants.

Comprehensive teaching

The practitioners of the French College of Implantology considered that the most adaptable way of conveying this knowledge was to organise a theoretical teaching programme especially incorporating practical work, thus allowing the colleagues trained by the College to start implantology work in their own practices.

An extensive reputation

Thanks to its former pupils, today the fame of the French College of Implantology has spread internationally. A directory lists all of the former pupils. Some fraternal links have been developed thanks to the organisation of international conventions and by the distribution of this directory showing all of the previous promotional activities.

A programme that has yielded tangible results

Year by year, due to the voluntary work of its members and more than 20 confirmed practitioners, the French College of Implantology has obtained the recognition of the profession and the public authorities. In 15 years, 600 practitioners have been trained in this discipline.

An exchange

The association with the Faculty of Medicine in Angers, allows practitioners who graduate from the French College of Implantology to enrol in the University Diploma course (Calcified tissues, Biomaterials, Dental implantology).