Comprehensive Prosthetic Implant Dentistry Program Integrated Surgical and Prosthetic Training
Dr. Joshua Shieh
- Dr. Joshua Shieh is a third-generation dentist with over 20 years of clinical experience, backed by a family legacy in dentistry spanning more than 85 years
- He completed his postgraduate education in periodontology from Meenakshi Ammal Dental College, Chennai, building a strong academic foundation in dental sciences
- He has received multiple recognitions, including the Dr. Pratap Reddy Award (1999 & 2000) and the International College of Dentists Student Plaque Award for overall excellence in academics, sports, and cultural activities
- Since 2015, he has been practicing as a registered general dentist in Ontario, focusing on surgical extractions, wisdom teeth procedures, and implant-related treatments
- His approach integrates academic knowledge with extensive clinical experience, with particular interest in implantology, tissue regeneration, and dental material science.
Course Fee
4000 CAD$ (Plus HST)
Program
Lecture and hands-on tabletop models
Timing
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Date
12 to 14, 20, 21 June 2026
Skill Level
Basics
Venue
Durban Labs, Toronto
Course Overview
This intensive program provides clinicians with a complete understanding of implant prosthodontics by combining surgical fundamentals with prosthetic execution. Participants will develop confidence in diagnosis, treatment planning, implant placement, and restoration of both partially and completely edentulous patients with single implant restorations, implant supported bridges, complete dentures supported on locator abutments, bar over dentures and other specialised attachments for removable implant prostheses.
Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
Assess patients for implant therapy considering anatomical, functional, and aesthetic factors. Evaluate hard and soft tissues to guide clinical decision-making. Analyze restorative space requirements for implant-supported prostheses. Develop comprehensive treatment plans integrating surgical and prosthetic phases. Identify indications and contraindications for implant therapy. Choose between fixed and removable implant solutions based on clinical needs. Determine ideal implant number, positioning, and distribution.
Surgical Principles & Implant Placement
Perform detailed pre-surgical assessments and case evaluations. Understand implant placement protocols and site preparation techniques. Apply anatomical knowledge for safe and predictable surgical outcomes. Recognize and manage peri-implant conditions.
Prosthetic Concepts: Fixed & Removable
Explore treatment options for partially and completely edentulous patients. Plan and restore implant-supported removable prostheses. Design implant-retained overdentures. Convert conventional dentures into implant-supported prostheses. Apply principles of AP spread and cantilever control. Select appropriate materials and prosthetic components.
Clinical Procedures & Workflows
Perform implant-level and abutment-level impressions. Apply open-tray and closed-tray impression techniques effectively. Understand conventional and digital workflows with intraoral scanners Plan and execute accurate impression strategies. Utilize verification jigs to ensure prosthetic precision. Follow systematic protocols for prosthesis evaluation and insertion.
Complications & Maintenance
Identify common surgical and prosthetic complications. Implement strategies to minimize and prevent complications. Manage challenges during prosthesis delivery. Maintain accurate and compliant clinical documentation.
Provisionalization & Clinical Application
Understand indications for provisional implant restorations. Fabricate chairside provisional restorations. Follow the sequence of steps in implant restoration workflows. Evaluate a range of simple to complex clinical cases.
Program Highlights
Integrated approach to implant surgery and prosthetics. Emphasis on practical, real-world clinical application. Exposure to current techniques and workflows with the lab partner Focus on predictability, efficiency, and long-term success. Designed for clinicians aiming to confidently incorporate restoring implants into practice.
Location
Durban Labs, Toronto
Tuition Fee
$4000 CAD (Plus HST)
