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Tooth Gem Course: learn professional tooth gem placement
Would you like to learn how to place Tooth Gems, crystal tooth gems and tooth jewellery professionally? During the X-treme Smile® Tooth Gem Course, you learn step by step how to work carefully on natural teeth: from assessing and preparing the tooth surface to bonding, positioning, curing and aftercare.
You learn not only what to do during a Tooth Gem treatment, but more importantly why each step matters. This helps you understand materials, bonding and practical situations rather than simply memorising a procedure.
You do not receive your certificate simply by watching videos
After working through the course and practising the technique, you perform a Tooth Gem placement yourself on a model. You show us the important steps and final result in a practical video.
X-treme Smile® personally assesses your work. If a component is not yet satisfactory, you receive feedback and can complete it again. Your certificate is issued after the required practical assessment has been approved.
What will you learn during the Tooth Gem Course?
Professional Tooth Gem placement involves more than simply attaching a crystal to a tooth. During the course, you learn how the tooth surface, client assessment, preparation, materials, bonding, positioning and light curing come together in a professional working method.
Tooth surface & suitable placement
- Basic knowledge of enamel and the tooth surface.
- Recognising the difference between natural teeth and restorations.
- Assessing which tooth and position may be suitable for a Tooth Gem.
- Taking placement, bite and mechanical forces into account.
- Recognising when not to place a Tooth Gem or when dental advice should be sought first.
Client assessment & informed consent
- Assessing in advance whether the treatment is appropriate.
- Providing clear information about the treatment and realistic expectations.
- Discussing relevant considerations and aftercare before treatment.
- Working with informed consent and recording relevant client information.
- Knowing when to postpone or decline treatment.
Hygiene, preparation & isolation
- Preparing the workspace, materials and client hygienically.
- Cleaning and preparing the tooth surface.
- Keeping the treatment area dry and properly isolated.
- Minimising contamination from saliva and moisture.
- Correct use of cheek retractors, cotton rolls, microbrushes and other tools.
Tooth Gems, tooth jewellery & materials
- Recognising differences in size, shape and type of Tooth Gem.
- Working with round crystals and different shapes.
- Introduction to zirconia and gold tooth jewellery.
- Selecting suitable tools and instruments for different placements.
- Understanding why a suitable professional curing light is important.
Blue Etch, Primer & Glue
- Understanding the purpose of each stage of the bonding process.
- Working with BLINQ® Blue Etch, Primer and Glue.
- Recognising the appearance of correctly prepared enamel.
- Applying products carefully and in a controlled manner.
- Avoiding contact with the gums and surrounding soft tissues.
- Knowing what to do if the working area becomes contaminated with moisture.
Positioning & light curing
- Picking up and positioning a Tooth Gem in a controlled manner.
- Choosing a suitable position and orientation.
- Controlling the amount of bonding around the Tooth Gem.
- Working with a professional dental curing light.
- Taking the position, distance and direction of the curing light into account.
- Checking and neatly finishing the placement after curing.
Aftercare & longevity
- Providing clear aftercare instructions to the client.
- Advising on eating, brushing and oral hygiene after placement.
- Understanding factors that can influence longevity.
- Recognising common reasons for premature loss of a Tooth Gem.
- Reviewing your own working method when a placement does not hold as expected.
Removal & professional referral
- Knowing what to advise when a client wants a Tooth Gem removed.
- Understanding why residual bonding material must be removed carefully.
- Knowing when to refer a client to a dentist or dental hygienist.
- Recognising professional boundaries and acting accordingly.
How the Tooth Gem Course works
The course combines theory, demonstration and practical application. You work through the different components in a logical order before applying the technique yourself.
Theory & professional knowledge
You begin with the knowledge needed to understand what you are doing during a Tooth Gem treatment and which considerations are important.
Video lessons
The video lessons clearly demonstrate the practical stages of preparation, bonding, positioning and curing.
Practise the technique
You then apply the technique yourself and practise the placement on your own model using suitable materials.
Practical video
You create a clear video showing the relevant treatment stages and the final result.
Personal assessment
Our team assesses your work. If something can be improved, you receive feedback and the opportunity to practise further.
Certificate
After successfully completing the required theory and practical components, you receive your personal X-treme Smile® Tooth Gem certificate.
Learn online or add live practical training in Joure
The Tooth Gem Course is designed so that you can learn the theory and technique online and then practise it yourself. If you would also like personal guidance during your practical placement, you can add live practical training at X-treme Smile® in Joure, the Netherlands.
Personal practical guidance
During live practical training, you can discuss questions directly while working with the technique yourself. This is particularly useful if you would like individual feedback on positioning, product use or your practical execution.
Live practical training is an addition to the online course and takes place at our training facility in Joure, the Netherlands.
Combine Tooth Gems with a live Teeth Whitening Course
Are you also attending a live Teeth Whitening Course at X-treme Smile®? Under the applicable conditions, your Tooth Gem practical training can be combined with the same live training visit.
Find out more about our Teeth Whitening Course or contact us if you would like to combine both training programmes.
Practical assessment & certificate
Practical application is an important part of the X-treme Smile® Tooth Gem Course. Watching theory and video lessons alone does not show how you perform the technique yourself.
That is why your own Tooth Gem placement is also assessed before certification. We look at the relevant treatment stages as well as the final result.
- Theory and practical work form part of the completion requirements.
- You perform a Tooth Gem placement on your own model.
- Your practical video is personally assessed.
- You receive feedback if a component still needs improvement.
- You can repeat a component that has not yet been approved.
- Your certificate is issued after successful completion.
What does the X-treme Smile® Tooth Gem certificate mean?
Your certificate demonstrates that you have completed the X-treme Smile® Tooth Gem Course and successfully completed the required theory and practical components.
It is a training certificate issued by X-treme Smile®. It is not a government-issued diploma, professional licence or general legal authorisation to provide Tooth Gem treatments in every country. Laws, regulations and professional requirements may differ by country or region.
Tooth Gem training grounded in dental knowledge
At X-treme Smile®, Tooth Gem training is not only about the final result. We believe it is important that you understand what happens on the tooth surface, why each stage of the bonding process matters and where the professional boundaries of a cosmetic Tooth Gem treatment lie.
Rather than simply copying a treatment procedure, you develop a better understanding of why certain choices during treatment are appropriate and why others are not.
Would you like to learn more about materials, different types of tooth jewellery and professional applications? Read our professional guide to Tooth Gems and tooth crystals .
Who is behind the course?
X-treme Smile® training programmes are developed under the direction of Jitske Hoff, owner of X-treme Smile®, who has a dental background as a dental assistant and many years of practical experience with professional cosmetic treatments.
X-treme Smile® has been training and supporting professionals since 2010. Our courses focus not only on performing a technique, but also on understanding materials, the tooth surface, professional working methods and the boundaries of cosmetic treatment.
Knowledge from multiple disciplines
The development and support of our training combines dental knowledge and educational backgrounds in areas including dental assisting, dental technology and dental hygiene, together with practical experience with Tooth Gems, bonding products and curing lights.
Understand rather than copy
A clear procedure is important, but real-life situations are not always identical. That is why we explain how moisture control, product use, positioning and curing can influence the placement.
Recognising professional boundaries
Professional practice also means knowing when not to treat. If there is uncertainty about the tooth surface or another dental consideration, the client should first seek appropriate dental advice.
Personal assessment & support
The course does not end with watching instructions. Your practical work is assessed, and after completing the course you can continue to contact X-treme Smile® with technical questions about materials and placement techniques.
“You learn to bake bread from a baker;
you learn to place Tooth Gems from professionals with dental knowledge.
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Personal support does not end after your course
Many practical questions only arise once you start working independently with clients. That is why our support does not end when you complete the course.
- Questions about Tooth Gems, materials and products.
- Support with bonding and placement techniques.
- Guidance with practical situations.
- Questions about curing lights and professional tools.
- Help analysing a placement that has not lasted as expected.
- Personal support from X-treme Smile®.
Who is the Tooth Gem Course suitable for?
The course starts with the fundamentals and is therefore suitable for people who have not previously placed Tooth Gems professionally. If you already have experience, you can use the course to critically review your current use of materials, bonding technique and working method.
- Beginners with no previous Tooth Gem experience.
- Beauty and salon professionals who want to add Tooth Gems to their services.
- Existing Tooth Gem artists who want to improve their technique and knowledge.
- Beauty therapists, lash artists, brow stylists and nail technicians.
- Dental practices and oral care professionals who want to learn more about Tooth Gem placement.
- Professionals who want to better understand why a placement does or does not hold.
No specific prior qualification required
No specific prior qualification is required for the basic Tooth Gem Course. The course begins with the relevant fundamental knowledge and builds the technique step by step.
CRKBO-registered training provider
VAT-exempt training component through CRKBO registration
X-treme Smile® is registered with the Dutch Central Register for Short Vocational Education (CRKBO). The training component of our vocational courses is therefore invoiced VAT-exempt. The applicable VAT rate may still apply to products, materials or equipment.
CRKBO registration relates to the training institution. The X-treme Smile® Tooth Gem certificate is therefore not a diploma issued by CRKBO.
Choose how you would like to start
Choose the course on its own if you already have suitable professional materials, start with a complete course and starter kit, or continue developing your technique later through our Tooth Gem Masterclasses.
Tooth Gem Course only
For anyone who already has suitable professional materials or would first like to take the course on its own. Includes theory, video lessons, practical assessment, certificate after approval and personal support.
€119 Training component VAT-exempt
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Course + starter kit
For anyone who wants a complete setup. Combine the Tooth Gem Course with professional materials and products suitable for practising and applying the technique taught during the course.
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Masterclasses & advanced training
Already confident with the fundamentals? Deepen your knowledge and continue developing your skills with more complex designs, compositions and additional professional Tooth Gem techniques.
View masterclassesFrequently asked questions about the Tooth Gem Course
Do I need a qualification before taking the Tooth Gem Course?
No. No specific prior qualification is required for the basic course. You begin with the relevant fundamental knowledge and learn the Tooth Gem technique step by step.
Can I take the Tooth Gem Course online?
Yes. The course includes online theory and video lessons. You then practise the technique on a model and submit a video of your practical work for assessment.
How much does the online Tooth Gem Course cost?
The online Tooth Gem Course costs €119. The training component is invoiced VAT-exempt under the CRKBO registration of X-treme Smile®.
How do I receive my Tooth Gem certificate?
Your certificate is issued after you have successfully completed the required theory and practical components and your practical work has been approved.
What happens if my practical video is not approved yet?
You receive feedback explaining which component needs improvement. You then have the opportunity to practise further and submit the relevant component for assessment again.
Do I need to arrange my own model?
Yes. You need your own suitable model for the practical work. You also bring your own model if you attend additional live practical training in Joure.
Do I need a starter kit?
Not if you already have suitable professional materials. If you would like a complete setup, you can choose a Tooth Gem starter kit with course .
Can I also practise in person at X-treme Smile®?
Yes. The online course can be supplemented with live practical training in Joure, the Netherlands, where you perform the practical placement with personal guidance.
Can I still ask questions after completing the course?
Yes. After completing the course, you can continue to contact X-treme Smile® with practical questions about materials, bonding products, curing lights, placement techniques and situations you encounter while working.
Can I offer Tooth Gem treatments professionally after the course?
The X-treme Smile® certificate confirms that you have successfully completed our course and practical assessment. Laws, regulations, insurance conditions and professional requirements can vary by country and situation. Always check the requirements that apply where you intend to work professionally.
Ready to learn professional Tooth Gem placement?
Start with the online Tooth Gem Course for €119, choose a complete starter kit or continue developing your knowledge later through an advanced masterclass.
Need help choosing?
We are happy to help you choose the Tooth Gem Course, starter kit or advanced training option that best suits your situation.
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