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Live Surgery CourseOctober 2 · 3 · 4, 2026Thursday · Friday · Saturday

LIVE Surgical Zirconia Course

Hands-on live surgical training in zirconia implantology and holistic treatment methodologies — an intensive immersive 3-day program for clinicians.

◆ Santiago, Dominican Republic ◆

15-20 Implants PlacedOnly 5 AttendeesLive Patient CasesPRF · Bone Grafting · Digital Workflow

Earn 24 CE Credits Upon Course Completion

Only 5 Seats Per Course — Space Is Strictly Limited — Register Now

What to Expect at a Live Surgical Zirconia Foundation Training

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Days of Live Training

Fri · Sat · Sun

15-20

Zirconia Implants Placed

On live patients

Maximum Attendees

Intimate mentorship

12+

Training Modules

Comprehensive curriculum

Program Overview

An Immersive Surgical Training Experience

"The most hands-on zirconia implant training program in the world — place 15–20 implants on live patients in just 3 days."

The LIVE Surgical Zirconia Course is an intensive 3-day live surgical training program designed for clinicians seeking hands-on experience in zirconia implantology and holistic treatment methodologies.

Hosted in Santiago, Dominican Republic, this immersive program provides attendees with the opportunity to place 15–20 zirconia implants while learning advanced protocols in bone grafting, PRF/PRP, suturing, digital workflows, and ceramic restorative methodologies.

The course is limited to a maximum of five attendees to ensure individualized instruction, close mentorship, and extensive surgical participation.

Days of Live Training

Fri · Sat · Sun

15–20

Zirconia Implants Placed

On live patients

Maximum Attendees

Intimate mentorship

Why Attend

What This Course Does For Your Practice

Become a Zirconia Implant Expert

Master the art of zirconia implant placement during this live surgical course and learn how to seamlessly integrate zirconia implants into your existing practice — with confidence from day one.

Gain Practical, Hands-On Experience

Participants place 15–20 implants directly on live patients under expert supervision — not a simulation, not a model. Real cases, real outcomes, real confidence.

Stay Ahead of Your Competition

Get the knowledge and clinical skills needed to offer zirconia implant services to your patients before your competition does. Zirconia implants are the fastest-growing segment in implant dentistry.

CE Credits
Included

All participants receive 24 Continuing Education credits upon completion — fully documented and ready to submit.

Clinical Curriculum

Training Objectives

Zirconia implant placement protocols & surgical technique

Placement of 15–20 zirconia implants in live patient cases

Ceramic surgical kit utilization & armamentarium

PRF / PRP methodologies for enhanced healing

Advanced bone grafting techniques

Holistic approaches to healing and patient care

Suturing protocols and wound management

Pre-operative and post-operative medication protocols

CBCT analysis and comprehensive treatment planning

Multiple ceramic restorative methodologies: implant splits & bridges

Digital workflows and temporary restoration fabrication

3D printing of provisional restorations on ceramic abutments

Course Leadership

Expert Faculty & Clinical Direction

Dr. Joan Pi-Anfruns

Lead Instructor & KOL

Los Angeles, California

DMD

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya

UCLA

Fellowship in Surgical Implant Dentistry

Diplomate, Academy of Osseointegration

Dr. Joan Pi-Anfruns was born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. He earned his degree as a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain. He completed his post-doctoral training in Implant Dentistry from New York University's Advanced Implant Program, Department of Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. He then joined the UCLA School of Dentistry and completed a Fellowship in Surgical Implant Dentistry.

Dr. Pi-Anfruns served as faculty at UCLA's School of Dentistry, Section of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from 2014–2020. Currently he retains a volunteer faculty position and maintains his private practice in Los Angeles, CA.

Dr. Pi-Anfruns is a Diplomate of the Academy of Osseointegration and a Fellow of the International Team for Implantology. He is a KOL in ceramic implants and his areas of expertise include dental implant surgery, hard and soft tissue reconstruction, and he lectures nationally and internationally on these topics.

Dr. Pi-Anfruns has published numerous scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals and has co-authored several book chapters in the field of Implant Dentistry.

"A KOL in ceramic implants — combining world-class surgical expertise with a passion for advancing zirconia implant education globally."

Advanced Training & Specialties

Dental Implant Surgery
Hard & Soft Tissue Reconstruction
Ceramic/Zirconia Implants
UCLA Fellowship – Surgical Implant Dentistry
NYU Advanced Implant Program
International Lecturer & Published Author

Dr. Manuel Espinal

Clinical Director & Lead Instructor

La Vega, Dominican Republic

1998

Dental School Graduate

2016

Dedicated to Oral Implant Surgery

5,000+

Implants Placed

Dr. Manuel Espinal is a highly respected clinician and educator based in La Vega, Dominican Republic, with extensive experience in implant dentistry, oral rehabilitation, and live patient surgical education. As Clinical Director and surgical host for numerous international continuing education programs, Dr. Espinal has worked closely with dentists from across the United States and Latin America to provide hands-on training in immediate implant placement, overdenture therapy, guided surgery, and full-arch rehabilitation protocols.

Known for his patient-centered approach and commitment to practical education, Dr. Espinal specializes in real-world surgical workflows designed to help clinicians confidently integrate implant dentistry into daily practice.

Dr. Espinal collaborates with international dental partners to support advanced educational initiatives focused on modern implant protocols, digital dentistry integration, and comprehensive team-based learning. His programs emphasize mentorship, safety, efficiency, and predictable patient outcomes in a highly supervised environment.

An internationally recognized lecturer in oral implantology, Dr. Espinal is the creator of the Simple Reverse Planning technique — a practical and predictable approach to implant placement widely recognized for maintaining one of the highest success rates in the region.

"He combines innovation, clinical experience, and a patient-centered philosophy to transform smiles and improve lives — one patient at a time."

Advanced Training & Specialties

Digital Smile Design (DSD)
Implant Prosthetics
Periodontal Plastic Surgery
Immediate Implant Placement & Full-Arch Rehabilitation
Digital Workflows & Photogrammetry
Guided Surgery & Overdenture Therapy

Additional Faculty: Partnering zirconia implant company will provide 1–2 additional instructors and faculty members for dedicated product and protocol support.

Program Coordination: DENTANEXT LLC

Course Logistics

Everything You Need to Know

Arrival

Arrive Thursday Evening. Transportation provided from the airport to your hotel upon arrival.

Featured Hotel

Hodelpa Gran Almirante — 5-Star Accommodations. Breakfast included daily.

Daily Schedule

Meet in hotel lobby at 8:00 AM. Transport departs 8:10 AM. Daily transfer between hotel and clinic included.

Included in Program

✓Breakfast at hotel (daily)
✓Lunch provided by clinic (daily)
✓Drinks & snacks at clinic (daily)
✓Saturday evening sponsored dinner lecture
✓Airport to hotel transportation
✓Hotel to clinic transportation (daily)
✓Opportunity to bring your surgical assistant

Doctor Testimonials

What Doctors Are Saying

Hear directly from clinicians who have completed the Live Surgical Zirconia Implant Training in the Dominican Republic.

Participating in this course felt like receiving a personalized prescription for professional growth. The support was unparalleled. The team masterfully blends hands-on training and lectures that complement a practitioner's routine. Accommodations are top-notch and logistics are smooth.

Dr. Leonard Kundel

Stamford, CT

My time in the Dominican Republic was truly remarkable. I wholeheartedly encourage anyone interested in mastering zirconia implant placement to pursue this experience. The weekend was expertly structured to focus solely on learning.

Dr. James Choe

Wayne Family Dental

A top-tier, hands-on training course with multiple specialists and knowledgeable instructors. I placed many zirconia implants and built my overall surgical skillset. An awesome experience.

Dr. Mark Ruther

Ruther Family Dentistry

This course gave me the best and most clinical experience in one weekend — confidence to place implants on Monday morning. You will not find a better organized course or better value. "Don't second guess, just go."

Dr. Howard E. Shayne, DDS

Enrollment & Tuition

Program Investment

Transform Your Practice with the Industry’s Premier Live Surgical Zirconia Implant Training Experience.

ONLY 5

Attendees Per Course

To protect the surgical experience and mentorship ratio.

$10,000

Per Attendee

Covers all clinical training, materials, surgical supplies, patient coordination, and program hospitality as outlined.

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