MANAGEMENT OF POSTERIOR MAXILLARY ZONES

Didactic, Extra Short Implants
Transalveolar & Direct Sinus Augmentations
Hands-on Workshop: Models, Pig Jaws, Cadavers, and One Live Patient Case

  • Instructor: Dr. Mark Lin & Dr. Sally Issa
  • Level: Intermediate
  • CE Credits: 28 credits
  • Course Format: 
    In-Person/Live
  • Location: Toronto, ON
  • Dates:
    Mod 1:     Oct 30-31,2026
    Mod 2: Jan 30-31,2027
  • AGD Subject Code: 690

WHY SHOULD I TAKE THIS COURSE?

This advanced four-day course is ideal for experienced implant dentists who want to confidently manage the challenges of the posterior maxilla. Through evidence-based lectures and extensive hands-on training—including models, pig jaws, cadavers, and a live patient case—you will master predictable protocols for indirect and direct sinus augmentation, short implants, and advanced grafting techniques. The course focuses on risk management, complication handling, and biologic principles to help you achieve stable, long-term implant success in complex posterior maxillary cases.
COURSE TUITION: $4,999 +Tax ($5,648.87)
Terms & Conditions
The Institute for Dental Excellence reserves the right to cancel any courses at any time. In such cases, a full refund will be issued to each participant. Participants who cancel more than 90 days prior to the course will receive a full refund. Participants who cancel less than 90 days but more than 30 days prior to the course are entitled to a refund minus a $300.00 administration fee. Participants who cancel less than 30 days prior to the course are not entitled to a refund. Any costs incurred for travel and hotel accommodations remain the responsibility of each participant.Tiny text.

COURSE OVERVIEW

COURSE DETAILS

COURSE CALENDAR

IN-PERSON COURSE DETAILS
Module 1
Course Date: October 30-31, 2026

Module 2
Review and Surgery Date: January 30-31, 2027

Time: 9AM - 5PM
Location: Toronto, ON

*Course venue will be emailed to all participants 1 month prior to course start date.
This advanced surgical course is designed to provide the knowledge, clinical skill, practice and experience to provide predictable treatment protocol for transalveolar and direct sinus augmentation procedures. These required grafting procedures are often pre-requisites to develop the potential implant recipient sites for optimal biomechanics and aesthetics for the final implant restorations in the posterior maxilla.    

This course is designed for experienced dentists in the field of implantology. Take this course if you have already placed a minimum of 50 implants.
 28 CE CREDITS 
   What You Will Learn:

  • Rationale for fundamental biologic wound healing principles for predictable sinus grafting
  • Top 10 Vital Rules for bone grafting to enhance predictable success rates
  • Pre-surgical diagnostic requirements and indications for CBCT scans for treatment planning and selection for sinus grafting protocol
  • Sequential 3D digital diagnostic evaluation protocol for predictable sinus bone grafting
  • Anatomic review of vital zones as it pertains to the maxillary sinus
  • Rationale for selection of Autogenous, Allografts, Xenografts and Alloplastic biomaterials
  • Management of complications for indirect or direct sinus grafting  
  • Horizontal augmentations utilizing guided bone regenerations, ridge splitting and autogenous block grafting techniques  
  • Advanced soft tissue management and grafting protocols using PRGF
  • Understand the indications, guidelines and surgical protocols for use of short and x-short dental implants, transalveolar approach and lateral window sinus grafting
  • Indications and surgical protocol for use of short and x-short dental implants 
  • Indications and surgical protocol for transalveolar sinus grafting using Osteotomes and minimally invasive transalveolar approach
  • Indications and surgical protocol for direct lateral window sinus grafting
  • Risk management and consent matters related to sinus bone grafting

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

World-Class Educators

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 INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Mark Lin

B.Sc., D.D.S., M.Sc. (Prosthodontics), F.R.C.D.(C)
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.
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OFFICE ADDRESS
The Institute for Dental Excellence Inc.
88 Finch Ave. East.
North York, Ontario
M2N 4R5
PHONE NUMBER
1-844-440-8433
E-MAIL ADDRESS
admin@tideinc.ca
HOURS (PARTICIPANT SUPPORT)
Monday - Friday 9.00 - 17.00

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