In-Person & Remote

Course Description

Periodontal and peri-implant plastic surgeries are integral to addressing esthetic and functional soft tissue deficiencies. These procedures enhance both the appearance and long-term stability of periodontal and peri-implant tissues.
The VISTA (Vestibular Incision Subperiosteal Tunnel Access) protocol stands out as a minimally invasive and scientifically grounded technique, offering predictable outcomes for soft tissue and bone augmentation.
This course delves into the current knowledge of periodontal and peri-implant soft tissue augmentation, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to manage and prevent soft tissue deformities effectively.
Participants will explore the rationale, biology, and techniques underpinning these procedures, supplemented by hands-on workshops and live surgical demonstrations.

Educational Objectives

• Case Selection:
  • Assess appropriate cases for periodontal and peri-implant plastic surgeries.
• Protocol Selection:
  • Understand scientific principles of wound healing to guide procedural planning.
• Material Selection:
  • Compare and apply various grafting materials, including:
    • Autogenous connective tissue grafts (palate vs. tuberosity).
    • Allogenic grafts like AlloDerm.
    • Xenogenic collagen matrices such as Mucograft and FibroGide.
    • Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) in liquid and solid forms.
    • Recombinant Platelet-Derived Growth Factor (GEM21).
• Surgical Techniques:
  • Execute step-by-step VISTA tunnel elevation.
  • Perform VISTA suturing and integrate orthodontic therapy for enhanced periodontal outcomes.
  • Manage complications associated with these procedures.
• Hands-on Workshops and Live Surgery:
  • Practice techniques in simulated exercises, including:
    • Treatment of multiple gingival recession defects.
    • Peri-implant soft tissue augmentation.
    • Contour augmentation of peri-implant and pontic sites.
    • Preparation and application of PRF.

Tuition and Registration

In-Person Lecture + Workshop: $1,995

Remote Learning Lecture + Workshop: $1,495

Remote Learning Lecture Only: $995

FREE with Gold Membership