IMPLANT INNOVATION & COMPLICATION SYMPOSIUM
DAY ONE - SEMINAR

  • Instructor:
    Dr. Mark Lin
    Dr. Claire Leewing
    Prof. Jon B. Suzuki
    Dr. Bo Huang
    Dr. Goth Siu 
    Dr. Jae Chang
  • Level: Beginner
  • CE Credits: 7 credits
  • Course Format:
    In-Person
  • Location: Toronto, ON
  • Date: June 5, 2026
Write your awesome label here.

WHY SHOULD I TAKE THIS COURSE?

Write your awesome label here.

Implant complications and peri-implantitis continue to present significant clinical challenges in modern implant dentistry. This seminar provides a structured, evidence-based understanding of the biological, mechanical, and prosthetic factors that contribute to implant complications and failures. Participants will gain clarity on risk assessment, patient selection, treatment planning, and the decision-making process required to prevent complications and manage peri-implant disease effectively. The seminar equips clinicians with the knowledge needed to recognize problems early and make informed, predictable treatment decisions.

COURSE TUITION: $299 + tax ($337.87)
Early bird Discount Deadline: April 5, 2026

*Tuition is fully refundable 1 month prior to course start date 

Learn more about the model-based hands-on program on June 6. With limited attendance, this session is open to both clinicians and team members to enhance their skills in managing peri-implantitis clinical cases.



COURSE OVERVIEW

COURSE OBJECTIVE

COURSE CALENDAR

Implant dentistry provides a viable tooth replacement treatment modality and is considered mainstream dentistry. The benefits and advantages of dental implants for our patients are now being provided by clinicians of diverse disciplines, backgrounds and experiences. However, clinical realities and scientific literature have provided evidence of various modes of implant complications and failures. Complications and failures in implant dentistry can range from minor to major, reversible to irreversible and problematic to detrimental. As a result, these clinical problems can cause frustrations and disappointments for our patients and the dental professionals. Taking the time to avoid complications, rather than managing these compromised outcomes will be the main focus of this symposium.

The rapid growth of technical innovations and treatment concepts in implant dentistry can be beneficial to our patients or confusing to the practicing clinicians.  A careful review of the risks, benefits and alternatives to these new innovations will be addressed by leading experts in their respective fields. Innovations in the treatment planning, surgical parameters and prosthetic phases of implant dentistry will be covered and updated by recognized specialists.

To evaluate the various topics in implant complications and innovations, this symposium will address implant dentistry through an interdisciplinary team approach. The distinguished speakers and specialists will cover pertinent topics to identify the different modes of complications, etiology, prevention and treatment of dental implant complications. Innovations that serve benefits and advantages to our patients and practices will be reviewed and addressed by various speakers. 

This symposium will consist of one full day of didactic sessions and a second day of model-based hands-on workshops.    

Day one will consist of didactic presentations from distinguished dental specialists (Prosthodontists, Oral Surgeon, Periodontists)    
  • Understand the classifications, incidence, and failure rates associated with various implant complications
  • Recognize early signs of implant complications and apply preventive strategies before they occur
  • Apply a range of clinical techniques to manage and treat implant complications across different classifications
  • Understand the latest technologies and innovations available to optimize clinical outcomes and minimize complications


This course will outline and address the various components of implant complications and failures, with the objective of developing a comprehensive understanding of the following topics:  


A) Patient Selection Criteria for Implant Dentistry
  • Medical indications and contraindications
  • Dental history assessment and evaluation of risk factors
  • Evaluation of the patient’s psychological status and treatment expectations


B) Treatment Planning Complications 
  • Differentiation between prosthetically driven and surgically driven treatment plans
  • Determination of the number and positioning of dental implants specific to each treatment modality
  • Sequencing and timing of treatment protocols
  • Selection criteria for implant diameter and length as they relate to the final prosthetic restoration
  • Management of implant occlusion and parafunctional habits


C) Clinical Complications
  • Various modes of clinical complications related to oral surgery, grafting procedures, soft tissue management, and implant prosthetics

 

IN-PERSON COURSE DETAILS 
Course Date:  June 5, 2026
Time: 9AM - 5PM
Location: Toronto, ON

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

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY OF
LEARNERS

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

World-ClassEducators

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

Hands-On Experience

Our courses emphasize practical skills, ensuring you can apply your learning directly to your dental practice.

MEET THE INSTRUCTORS

Dr. Mark Lin

B.Sc., D.D.S., M.Sc. (Prosthodontics), F.R.C.D. (C)
Prosthodontist, Founder & Director of T.I.D.E.
Dr. Mark H.E. Lin, a distinguished prosthodontist, earned his B.Sc., D.D.S., and M.Sc. in prosthodontics from the University of Toronto. He is a former assistant professor at the University of Toronto and a recognized fellow and examiner with the Royal College of Dentists of Canada in prosthodontics.

Dr. Lin specializes in full mouth reconstructions, dental implant surgery, and implant prosthetics. He maintains a full-time specialty practice and mentors dentists in live-patient procedures.

Dr. Claire Leewing 

D.D.S., F.R.C.D. (C)
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Leewing was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. She attended the University of Toronto while also competing on the Women’s Varsity Volleyball team, earning a Bachelor’s in Physical Health and Education with High Honours as well as an Academic All-Canadian Athlete award. She graduated from the University of Southern California with her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. There she enjoyed volunteering through USC Mobile Clinic and Ayuda International to provide free dental care to underserved adults and children across Los Angeles, and also received recognition for her academic and leadership achievements. Dr. Leewing went on to complete her internship and four-year residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein School of Medicine in the Bronx, NY where she served as Chief Resident. Her specialist training encompassed full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery, with emphasis on dentoalveolar surgery, implantology, corrective jaw surgery, oral pathology, maxillofacial trauma, temporomandibular joint disorders, intravenous sedation and general anesthesia.


Prof. Jon B. Suzuki

D.D.S., Ph.D., M.B.A., (Periodontics) F.I.C.D., Cert, Perio
Periodontist
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.


Dr. Bo Huang

D.M.D., M.Sc., PhD, M.Sc., (Prosthodontics), F.R.C.D. (C)
Prosthodontist
Dr. Bo Huang is currently an assistant professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto. She had been a practicing dentist in China after earning her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (D.M.D) degree at the Air Force Medicine University (formerly known as the Fourth Military Medicine University) in Xian and her Master of Science degree at Peking University in Beijing, China. After immigrating to Canada, Dr. Huang completed her PhD in biomaterials at the Faculty of Dentistry and Institute of Biomedical Engineering, University of Toronto.

Upon completion of dentistry and material science degrees, Dr. Huang pursued her passion for dentistry by completing a 3-year Prosthodontics program at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto. As a board-certified prosthodontist in Canada, her scope of practice includes restoring oral function and esthetics by removable or/and fixed prostheses, replacing missing teeth by implant dentistry with both surgical and prosthetic approaches and managing various implant complications.

Throughout her academic career, Dr. Huang has been a recipient of various awards, scholarships and research grants, including Queen Elizabeth II Graduate Scholarships in Science and Technology (QEII-GSST), Ontario Graduate Scholarship, Acta Student Award, Nobel Biocare Research Fellowship in Prosthodontics and Dentsply Sirona Research Fellowship in Prosthodontics. Dr. Huang holds membership at the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, Ontario Dental Association, International Association for Dental Research, and the American College of Prosthodontists.

Dr. Goth Siu

B.Sc., D.D.S., M.Sc., (Prosthodontics), F.R.C.D. (C)
Prosthodontist
Dr. Goth Siu is a Board Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics in both Canada and in the US. He completed his specialty program at the University of Illinois in Chicago where he received extensive training in both the surgical and prosthetic aspects of implant treatment, computer-guided surgery, cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry. His area of research is in dental implants and restorations in the esthetic zone. His research is funded by grants from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, American Academy of Implant Dentistry and the Northeastern Gnathological Society.

Dr Siu lectures at the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry.

Dr Siu received his Bachelor of Health Sciences degree from McMaster University. He then completed his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. During his time there, he received multiple awards including the Academy of Osseointegration Award for Outstanding Student in implant Dentistry and the E. Howell Smith Award in Prosthetic Dentistry. He was also inducted intro the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Nation Honor Society and the Matthew Cryer Honor Society, the highest academic honor awarded to the top ten students in each class.

Dr. Jae W. Chang

D.D.S, M.Sc. Cert. Perio. Dip. ABP. DICOI. F.R.C.D. (C)
Periodontist
Dr. Jae W. Chang is a nationally recognized periodontist and implantologist known for his advanced training, research excellence, and commitment to clinical education. With over two decades of experience in Ontario, he blends restorative, surgical, and evidence-based expertise to elevate patient care and guide the next generation of clinicians.

Dr. Chang’s academic journey includes implantology training with Dr. George Zarb, an MSc in Oral Implantology from JW Goethe University in Germany, and specialty training in Periodontics at the University of British Columbia, where he earned consecutive teaching awards. His research in implant stability and peri-implant disease has been showcased at major international congresses, including the ITI and the American Academy of Periodontology.

A Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a Diplomate of both the American Board of Periodontology and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, Dr. Chang also directs the Toronto ITI Study Club and teaches at UBC and the University of Toronto. He practices in Etobicoke and is widely regarded for his engaging teaching style, clinical precision, and passion for advancing implant dentistry.
Contact details

GET IN TOUCH

OFFICE ADDRESS
The Institute for Dental Excellence Inc.
88 Finch Ave. East.
North York, Ontario
M2N 4R5
PHONE NUMBER
1-844-394-3317
E-MAIL ADDRESS
admin@tideinc.ca
HOURS (PARTICIPANT SUPPORT)
Monday - Friday 9.00 - 17.00

HAVE A QUESTION? SEND US A MESSAGE!

First Name
Last Name
E-mail address
Note/MESSAGE
Thank you!
Created with