Course Details
Tuition
The cost for the program is:
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$1980 + GST to attend the
2-day program -
$995 + GST to perform surgery under guided mentorship​
($495 + GST for observation only on the surgery day)​
Course Location & Format
Held in person at Canadian Dental Implant Training Centre (1959 152 St, Surrey) with lecture, hands-on workshops, and the opportunity to treat a patient under guided mentorship.
CE Credits
Participants will receive 16 CE credits upon completion of the program.​
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Additional 8 CE credits for surgery day​​
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Course dates TBD for Winter 2026
Who should take this course
This course is designed for general dentists who want to develop proficiency in atraumatic extractions and socket grafting. Whether you are new to these procedures or looking to refine your skills, this program offers a structured, hands-on approach with expert mentorship. Participants will gain confidence in diagnosis, surgical techniques, and post-op management to improve patient outcomes.
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Ideal for:
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General dentists seeking to expand their surgical capabilities.
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Clinicians looking for hands-on experience in extractions, socket preservation, and grafting.
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Practitioners wanting to improve case selection, radiographic evaluation, and risk assessment.
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Those interested in live surgical demonstrations and guided mentorship.
What Does This
Course Cover?
This hands-on course provides dentists with a comprehensive approach to atraumatic extraction and socket preservation grafting, combining lecture-based learning with practical workshops. Over two days, participants will gain expertise in case selection, instrumentation, grafting techniques, suturing, and PRF, with live demonstrations and hands-on practice using models and cadavers.
An optional single day session, held three weeks later, offers the opportunity to perform a guided extraction and grafting procedure under expert mentorship.
Meet Your Course Instructors, Dr. Tsang & Dr. Newitt
Dr. Jonathan Tsang attended the University of British Columbia where he studied mathematics before heading to Philadelphia to study at Temple University School of Dentistry. Upon graduating, Dr. Tsang returned to his home town of Abbotsford to open his dental practice.
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Dr. Tsang is also Board Certified of the American Board of Oral Implantology/ Implant Dentistry (ABOI/ID), a designation shared by fewer than 50 dentists in all of Canada. Certification by the ABOI/ID attests to the fact that Dr. Tsang has demonstrated knowledge, ability, and proficiency in implant dentistry through a rigorous examination process.
Dr. Paul Newitt completed his Bachelors Degree from Simon Fraser University in 1988 and received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of British Columbia in 1993. He spent two years interning at the British Columbia Cancer Agency before moving onto private practice in Vancouver. Dr. Newitt has continued his education in dental technologies and advanced aesthetics over the last 20 years. In 2016, Dr. Newitt received his Associate Fellow credentials from the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
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Dr. Newitt has taught in various disciplines of dentistry over the years, including implant, cosmetic, and laser dentistry. He founded and led BITE Club, a study club for GP's looking to gain a better understanding of both implant treatment planning as well as implant restoration. A lifelong learner, he is also an alumnus of the AAID Vancouver MaxiCourse, Decode Dentistry's flagship program and Surgical Implant Residency.
Meet Your Instructors, Dr. Tsang & Dr. Kim
Dental Implant Specialist with
xx+ Years of Professional Experience.
Dr. Liang, Diplomate, American Board of Oral Implantology, attended the University of British Columbia and received his Bachelor's degree in Microbiology in 1981 and his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 1983. At graduation, he was awarded the Canadian Oral and Maxillo-Facial Prize for highest standing in the area of Oral Surgery.
Course Overview
This program covers a number of topics over the course of 2 days of instruction and will include 3 hands-on workshops
Atraumatic Extraction​
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Diagnosis (Radiographs, panoramic, CBCT), evaluation, & case selection
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Determining infection
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Assessing risk
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Single rooted vs multi-rooted teeth
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Instrumentation
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Periotomes
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Forceps
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Luxators
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Benex
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Piezo
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Complications
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Basic anatomy
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Post-op expectations
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Sectioning
Socket Grafting
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Socket preservation
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Assessing the socket
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Tissue removal?
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Decorticating?
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Grafting materials
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Bone placement
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Membranes & intro to PRF
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Overview of suturing techniques
Hands-On Workshops
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Animal cadaver for tooth extraction
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Suturing techniques
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Socket graft a model
Optional - Surgical Day with mentorship
On the scheduled treatment day, participants will perform an extraction and socket preservation grafting procedure under direct faculty mentorship. Each participant must provide their own patient and submit a case presentation at least two weeks in advance for evaluation and approval. Faculty mentors will guide the procedure to ensure a safe and effective learning experience.
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Steps to Bring a Patient for Treatment
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Case Selection & Preparation
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Identify a suitable patient for extraction and socket preservation.
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Obtain necessary radiographs (CBCT, panoramic, periapical) and intraoral photos.
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Assess infection status and risk factors.
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Case Submission & Approval (at least 2 weeks before treatment day)
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Prepare a case presentation including patient history, clinical images, and radiographs.
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Submit the case to faculty for review and approval.
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Receive feedback and confirmation to proceed.
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Pre-Treatment Preparation
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Educate the patient on procedure expectations, risks, and post-op care.
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Obtain informed consent.
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Ensure all necessary instruments and materials are available.
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Treatment Day (live surgery with mentorship)
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Present the case to the group prior to the procedure.
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Perform the extraction and socket graft under faculty guidance.
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Receive real-time mentorship and feedback.
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Post-Treatment & Follow-Up
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Provide post-op care instructions to the patient.
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Schedule follow-up appointments as needed.
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Discuss the case with mentors for final insights and learning points.
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For those participants who want to attend the surgical day but will not bring a patient, lower fees are applicable and you will have the opportunity to chairside assist the procedure and observe your colleagues.
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