FREE GINGIVAL & CONNECTIVE TISSUE GRAFTING

Seminar and Hands-On Workshop
  • Instructor:  
    Professor Jon B. Suzuki
  • Level: Beginner/Intermediate
  • CE Credits: 7 credits
  • Course Format:
    In-Person
  • Location: Toronto, ON
  • Date:  June 13, 2026
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WHY SHOULD I TAKE THIS COURSE?

Mucogingival defects and gingival recession can significantly impact periodontal stability, implant success, and esthetic outcomes. This course combines evidence-based instruction with hands-on pig-jaw training to teach predictable free gingival and connective tissue grafting techniques. Under the guidance of Prof. Jon B. Suzuki, participants will gain the skills and confidence to diagnose soft-tissue deficiencies and perform grafting procedures that enhance function, health, and esthetics in clinical practice.
REGULAR PRICE: $1,095 + tax ($1,237.35)
Early Bird Discount Deadline:
April 12, 2026


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Increasing clincial recognition of mucogingival defects including gingival recession may require periodontal plastic surgery (mucogingival soft tissue surgery). Free gingival grafts (autogenous and allograft) are used to augment existing lack of keratinized gingival or enhance a pre-implant or pre-prosthetic site.   

Connective tissue (autogenous and allograft) are used for root coverage or to enhance a thin biotype for prosthetic or esthetic improvements of soft tissue. This course includes lecture, video, and hands-on (pig jaw) opportunities to understand these concepts and apply them to clinical practice.


Learning Objectives:

  • Diagnose mucogingival defects 
  • Recognize pre-implant and pre-prosthetic clinical sites requiring plastic surgery 
  • Learn how to harvest soft tissue autografts for mucogingival graft surgery   
  • Learn how to use soft tissue allografts for mucogingival surgery    
  • Learn how to apply these procedures for free gingival graft and connective tissue graft surgery
  • Suturing techniques

Hands-On Session (with Pig Jaw) Objectives

  • Learn how to perform incisions, flap elevation and flap positioning
  • Master your skills in free gingival grafts using arvested autogenous tissue
  • Learn how to perform free gingival grafts using soft tissue allografts
  • Skillfully perform connective tissue surgery using harvested autogenous tissue
  • Confidently perform connective tissue surgery using soft tissue allografts 
IN-PERSON COURSE DETAILS
Course Dates: June 13, 2026
Course Time: 9AM - 5PM
Location: Toronto, ON


*Course venue will be emailed to all participants 1 month prior to course start date.

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Beyond the classroom, we offer mentorship opportunities, webinars, and clinical videos to support your ongoing education and practice.

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Learn from renowned dental experts who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and experience.

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MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Professor Jon B. Suzuki

D.D.S., Ph.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.D., F.I.C.D., Cert. Perio
Professor Jon Suzuki is a renowned figure in dentistry and microbiology, holding professorships at multiple universities and serving in key roles at institutions like the FDA and various dental organizations. He has an extensive academic background, including a D.D.S., Ph.D., and MBA, and has been recognized as “Alumnus of the Year” by several universities. Professor Suzuki has published extensively in his field and is a respected member of numerous dental and scientific councils and societies.
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The Institute for Dental Excellence Inc.
88 Finch Ave. East.
North York, Ontario
M2N 4R5
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