Last updated July 2026
Written by Dr Sam — practising dentist, Australia, and the clinician behind this directory. About the author →
Radiology refreshers are among the most defensible hours in any CPD record, because imaging sits at the intersection of diagnosis, dose and law. The free courses I’d prioritise cover systematic interpretation — a repeatable reading sequence for bitewings and OPGs that catches the lesion outside the area of interest — and honest technique review, since positioning errors quietly become normalised in busy practices until an audit or a missed finding exposes them.
Selection criteria are worth applying strictly here: check whether a course addresses justification and ALARA principles in terms of your regulations, and whether interpretation content uses images of realistic quality rather than textbook-perfect films. If your practice is moving from 2D to 3D imaging, treat CBCT as its own CPD stream with its own competency expectations rather than an extension of general radiography.
A snapshot of the current directory: the strict topic matcher identifies 84 courses relevant to Dental Radiology across 18 providers. 81 are marked as having certificates, and 4 run two CPD hours or longer.
Dental radiology is central to diagnosis, treatment planning and risk management. Whether you use intraoral radiographs, panoramic imaging, CBCT or digital workflows, ongoing CPD helps maintain confidence in prescription, interpretation and documentation.
FreeDentalCPD brings together free radiology, CBCT and imaging-related courses from multiple providers. The dynamic course section below links directly to relevant courses from the current directory data.
Browse free dental radiology CPD coursesWhat to look for in this CPD topic
Good dental radiology CPD should improve both technical confidence and diagnostic judgement. It should help clinicians understand when imaging is justified, how to optimise image quality, and how to interpret findings systematically.
- Look for courses covering justification, optimisation and interpretation.
- Include CBCT education if you prescribe, acquire or interpret 3D imaging.
- Choose courses with practical cases and radiographic examples.
- Include incidental findings and pathology where relevant.
- Check whether the course provides a certificate for your CPD record.
Comparing free education providers
Relevant courses may be listed under different provider platforms and specialties. The most useful option depends on whether you want broad clinical revision, focused case-based learning, certificates, or a short practical refresher.
- J. MORITA USA
- CDEWorld
- Dentsply Sirona Academy
- Carestream Dental Institute
- Planmeca Academy
Which courses are right for you?
If you mainly work in general practice, start with radiographic interpretation, image quality, justification and common findings on routine 2D imaging. These topics are directly relevant to everyday examinations and treatment planning.
If you prescribe or interpret CBCT, look for courses that cover 3D anatomy, incidental findings, endodontic applications, implant planning and radiation protection. CBCT CPD should be matched to your role and local regulatory expectations.
Latest courses from the directory
- Transforming Dental Practice with CBCT: From X-Ray to 3D Imaging Diagnosis and Beyond
- Elevate Your X-Ray Game: Practical Tips to Maximize Diagnostic Quality in Digital Radiography
- CBCT? But I'm a GP! — Effective Use of 3D Imaging for Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
- CBCT Essentials: Techniques for Accurate Diagnosis and Risk Management
- Digital Radiography 2-D to 3-D and Everything in Between
- Digital Radiography 2014: Are You Ready?
- Digital Radiography, Oral Photography and Their Standards in Dentistry
- The Dual Digital Approach to Radiography
- Keys to Successful Intraoral Radiography
- CBCT Basics: Understanding 3D Imaging for Everyday Clinical Decisions
- Innovations in Digital Radiography: From Capture to Diagnostics and Treatment Planning
- Mastering Dental Imaging: From Intraoral Radiographs to CBCT in the Modern Practice
Showing 12 of 92 relevant courses from the directory. 89 are marked as having certificates. Open the filtered directory.
Frequently asked questions
Is dental radiology CPD useful for general dentists?
Yes. Radiographic interpretation, justification and image quality are important in routine general dental practice.
Do I need CBCT CPD if I only use 2D radiographs?
CBCT-specific training may not be necessary if you do not prescribe, acquire or interpret CBCT. However, general radiology CPD remains useful for 2D imaging and diagnosis.
Can free dental radiology courses provide certificates?
Many imaging and radiology courses provide certificates after completion. Certificate availability varies by provider and is marked in the directory where known.
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