Thursday and Friday, June 4 and June 5, 2026

8am to 5pm

Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion

9501 Euclid Ave.

Cleveland, OH 44106

Presented by

Department of Periodontics

Gian Pietro Schincaglia DDS, PhD
Paul Ricchetti, DDS, MS
Luca Orio Riccardi DDS
Mercurious Mina BDS, MS

Course Description:

This comprehensive hands-on course provides advanced training in the surgical anatomy, harvesting, and application of autogenous bone grafts from intraoral donor sites, including the mandibular ramus and symphysis. Emphasis is placed on the anatomical considerations, flap design, harvesting techniques, recipient site preparation, block fixation, and suturing strategies. Participants will gain clinical competence in advanced bone augmentation protocols, including the Bone Shell Technique (Khoury), and Ti-Mesh-assisted grafting procedures. The course integrates didactic lectures, clinical videos, and case-based discussions to enhance clinical decision-making and surgical proficiency.

Course Goal:

To equip participants with the anatomical knowledge, surgical skills, and clinical protocols necessary for predictable execution of advanced intraoral bone grafting procedures for horizontal and vertical ridge augmentation.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Identify critical anatomical landmarks relevant to harvesting ramus and chin block grafts.

Perform flap designs and releasing incisions appropriate for ramus and chin graft procedures.

Execute harvesting techniques for ramus and chin bone blocks while minimizing donor site morbidity.

Prepare recipient sites for optimal graft adaptation and integration.

Apply principles of block fixation and manage soft tissue closure with tension-free suturing.

Implement the Bone Shell Technique (Khoury) , including block preparation and stabilization.

Integrate Ti-Mesh and membrane adaptation techniques in complex grafting scenarios.

Critically evaluate clinical cases and formulate individualized treatment plans.

Observe and understand step-by-step surgical procedures through instructional videos of ramus harvesting.

Course Cost - $3800

An $800 deposit is required to reserve your spot. The balance is due by May 26, 2026

In the event of your cancellation after April 4, 2026, the $800 deposit allocated to cadaver laboratory costs is nonrefundable.

Recommended parking is the Cleveland Clinic P1 parking garage, entrance on 93rd St. across from Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion.

Shuttle service will be provided on Day Two to and from Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion to the CWRU STAR Surgical Training and Research Lab in the School of Medicine. 

Breakfast and lunch will be included on both days. 

Register by April 4, 2026 for this exclusive course!