5-Day Vancouver Intensive Program

5-Day Vancouver Intensive Program
Live Surgical Mentorship + Team Training

Master surgical and restorative implant workflows by treating your own patients with expert guidance—plus
CE-accredited training for your CDA and treatment coordinator.

Surgery & prosthetics hands-on course

(dentist: 40 CE hrs | CDAs: Up to 12 CE hrs)

Treatment coordinator course

(8 CE hrs)

Who This Is For

This program is designed for dentists who:

Program instructors

Dr. Sher Shahab

Surgical Prosthodontist

Dr. Charlie Park

Periodontist

Karolina Bukin

Treatment coordination
& systems expert

Course Highlights & Important Info

Course Highlights

Place and restore implants on your own pre-approved patients
Flap design, suturing, implant placement, healing abutments, and delivery
Case planning, digital scanning, and prosthetic workflows
Tailored guidance: from beginner to experienced clinicians
CDA and TC attend training sessions alongside you
Earn up to 60 CE hours (40 for dentists, 20 for team)

Important info

Advance grafting (e.g., sinus lift, GBR) and full arch implants not covered
Nobel Parallel or Active implants only (mentor's discretion)
1 Nobel implant provided; additional implants available at discount
Bring your own motor, kits, and supplies (checklist provided)
Must bring your own CDA (training included for 1 CDA and 1 TC per doctor)
All cases must be pre-approved with CBCT, intra-oral scans and clinical photos
Participants may charge patients for treatment, lab, and materials at their discretion
CBCT available at ByDesign for $250 for single arch and $300 for double arch
Contact Breanne Houweling ([email protected]) for implants/kits/scanner

Program Structure

Session 1 (Nov 8)

Session 2 (Nov 9)

Sessions 3–5

Treatment Coordinator Sessions (Evenings)

Everything You Need to Know

What’s Included

5 full-day surgical/prosthetic sessions with live patient care
Surgical training on animal jaws
Prosthetic workflow mentorship (digital or analog)
CDA and treatment coordinator training (1 each per doctor)
Up to 60 CE hours (40 for dentists, 20 for team)
Breakfast and lunch provided at each session
Participants must bring their own sundries (e.g. gloves, sutures, instruments). A supply checklist will be provided upon registration

Requirements & Notes

One Nobel implant included (more available at discount)
Bring motor, kits, and surgical supplies (checklist provided)
Must submit pre-approved cases (CBCT, scans, photos)
CBCT available onsite: $250–$300
Participants may charge their patients for treatment/lab costs
No advanced grafting or full arch procedures covered

Tuition & Registration

Dr. Sher Shahab, BA., BDentSc, MSc, Cert Pros, FRCD(C)

Dr. Sher Shah Shahab is a surgical prosthodontist. He earned his dental degree from Trinity College Dublin and practiced in Ireland and Canada before completing his MSc and Prosthodontics training at the University of Toronto where his research focused on full-arch implant-supported solutions. His current practice in Kitsilano, Vancouver centers on implant dentistry, full-mouth rehabilitation, and fixed restorations for missing teeth.

A former faculty member at the University of Toronto, Dr. Shahab taught both undergraduate and at postgraduate prosthodontics. He continues to mentor and collaborate with local dentists in Vancouver, sharing his expertise through teaching and case discussions. His research focus

Dr. Charles Park, BSc, DDS, MSc, FRCD(C)

Dr. Charles Park is a Board-Certified Specialist in Periodontics. He practices in Vancouver and is an adjunct professor at UBC’s Faculty of Dentistry. He completed his BSc in Pharmacology at UBC and earned his DDS from the University of Toronto with honours and multiple academic awards. He then completed a General Practice Residency at Mount Sinai Hospital, focusing on complex and trauma cases.

Dr. Park later returned to the University of Toronto for a 3-year specialty in Periodontics, where he also taught part-time. His research focused on soft tissue adaptation around teeth and implants.

Karolina Bukin

Karolina Bukin brings over two decades of dental experience with a focus on patient-centered care, case coordination, and practice efficiency. She has worked in all facets of dentistry and is passionate about guiding patients through their treatment journeys with empathy and clarity.

Her strength lies in building trust with patients and helping them understand the value and benefits of their proposed treatment. Karolina also helps implement systems that improve case acceptance and clinic operations. With a background in both clinical and administrative roles, she bridges communication between patients and providers, ensuring a seamless and supportive experience.

5-Day Vancouver Intensive Program