Live Implant Course
3rdSET Implant Course

Live-Patient
Dental Implant
CE Courses

Only 5 seats per session

Stop referring out implant cases. 4 days of live-patient surgery with direct chairside mentorship — the confidence and case volume lectures and plastic models can't deliver.

Immediates GBR Sinus Lift
Next Course — Sept 23–26, 2026 View All 2026 Dates
All-inclusive $16,000 36 AGD PACE CE credits 2 mentors per 5 clinicians

Immediates·GBR·Sinus Lift

4 Surgical Days
36CE AGD PACE
20-30 Expected Implants
2:5 Mentor Ratio
All-Inclusive — Your Tuition Covers

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Graduate Results

In Their Own Words

Specific outcomes from dentists who completed the program.

"I placed 24 implants in four days. I came in with zero implant experience — I had been referring every case out. Within 60 days back at my practice, I placed my first three solo cases. The confidence you build here is real."

— General Dentist, Texas · Graduated 2025

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What Past Participants Say

Real feedback from dentists who completed the course.

2026 Schedule

Available Course Dates

Earlier 2026 sessions are sold out. Only two sessions remain in 2026 — all run Wednesday–Saturday in Tijuana, Mexico.

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September
23–26
2026 · Wed–Sat
Only 1 spot left
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November
11–14
2026 · Wed–Sat
Only 1 spot left

2027 course dates will be available soon.

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3rdSET 2026 Dental Implant Course Calendar

Day-by-Day

What 4 Days Looks Like

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Day1 Arrive & Learn
Arrival Meet at San Diego Airport
~12:00pm Ready & Van Go
1:00–2:00pm Hotel Check-in
3:00–8:00pm Intro Lectures
8:30pm Welcome Dinner
6:00–8:00am Breakfast
9:00am–12:00pm Live Surgery
12:00–12:30pm Lunch
12:30–8:00pm Live Surgery
8:30pm Group Dinner
6:00–8:00am Breakfast
9:00am–12:00pm Live Surgery
12:00–12:30pm Lunch
12:30–8:00pm Live Surgery
8:30pm Group Dinner
6:00–8:00am Breakfast
9:00am–12:00pm Live Surgery
12:00–12:30pm Lunch
12:30–7:30pm Live Surgery
8:30pm Group Dinner
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Curriculum

Course Topics

What you'll cover across the four days, from diagnosis to complication management.

Treatment planning & case selection
Diagnosis — X-rays & live patient visuals
Flap design & soft tissue releasing
Surgical kit selection & orientation
Material selection for each clinical scenario
Bone augmentation situations (GBR)
Identifying different bone densities
Immediate load vs. delayed placement
Postoperative complication management

Your Mentors

Meet the Faculty

Both instructors are Northwestern University-trained and provide direct chairside mentorship throughout the course.

Dr. Farshad Athari DDS & Dr. Farid Ebrahim DDS — 3rdSET Live Surgical Dental Implant Course
Dr. Farid Ebrahim DDS
Dr. Farid Ebrahim, DDS
Lead Instructor & Surgical Mentor

Northwestern University-trained. Dr. Ebrahim has mentored hundreds of general dentists through live-patient implant surgery — his chairside teaching style focuses on building real clinical decision-making, not just technique. He oversees every surgical case personally.

Train With Dr. Ebrahim
Dr. Farshad Athari DDS
Dr. Farshad Athari, DDS
Co-Instructor & Surgical Mentor

Northwestern University-trained. Dr. Athari co-leads all surgical sessions and provides the second layer of mentorship that makes the 5-doctor cohort model work — ensuring no participant is ever unsupervised during a critical surgical step, from osteotomy to final torque.

Train With Dr. Athari

Your Return on Investment

The Math That Makes This Easy

Most participants recoup their course investment within their first 4–6 implant cases back home.

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Average implant case revenue
$2,500 – $4,000

Single-tooth implant + crown, US average

02
Cases to break even
4 – 6 cases

At $2,500–$4,000 per case, your $16.5k course pays for itself

03
Typical timeline
60 – 90 days

Most graduates begin placing cases immediately upon returning to practice

Revenue figures are estimates based on US dental market averages. Individual results vary.

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Request a Seat

Due to the live-patient format and limited seats, all hands-on applicants must hold an active dental license. New graduates are welcome.

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Only 1 spot remaining · Sept 23–26, 2026

CE Accreditation
Education MethodParticipation
Credit Hours36 CEU
AGD Code690 – Implants
CE ProviderMINEC America
AccreditationAGD PACE
What's Included
  • Live patient surgery — AM & PM sessions
  • All implants & surgical instruments
  • All dental materials & disposables
  • 4 nights hotel accommodation
  • All scheduled meals
  • Airport ↔ hotel ↔ clinic transport
  • 36 CE credits via MINEC America
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Enrollment

Participation Options

Two paths for licensed dentists, plus chairside opportunities for dental assistants and practice partners.

Most Popular

Hands-On Surgeon

Perform live implant surgeries with chairside mentorship throughout all four days.

$16,000
All-Inclusive · 36 CE Credits · Limited to 5 seats
  • Place ~20–30 implants over 4 days
  • Direct chairside mentorship every procedure
  • All implants & instruments provided
  • 4 nights hotel + all meals
  • Airport ↔ hotel ↔ clinic transport
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Observer

Observer

Closely follow the full surgical workflow without performing procedures. Attend all case discussions and decision-making.

$3,000
22 CE Credits · Up to 2 observer seats
  • Observe all live surgeries
  • Attend all treatment planning sessions
  • Participate in case discussions
  • 4 nights hotel + all meals
  • Airport ↔ hotel ↔ clinic transport
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Surgical Assistant

Surgical Assistant

Work chairside with the surgical team — case preparation, instrumentation, and surgical workflow with direct faculty interaction.

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Dental assistants & practice partners welcome
  • Chairside role throughout
  • Case prep & instrumentation
  • Learn the full surgical workflow
  • Direct faculty interaction
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Follow the Cases

See the course through our Instagram content.

We post live-patient course highlights, surgical workflow moments, mentor-led technique clips, and behind-the-scenes updates from each 3rdSET CE cohort.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question? We're here to help.

What is the tuition fee?
$16,000 — All-Inclusive. This covers implants & instruments, hotel accommodations, all scheduled meals, dental materials & disposables, and airport ↔ hotel ↔ clinic transportation. No hidden fees.
Who are the instructors?
Dr. Farid Ebrahim, DDS (dr-ebrahim.com) & Dr. Farshad Athari, DDS (drathari.com) — both trained at Northwestern University. They provide direct chairside mentorship throughout every surgical session.
Is this course entry level?
Yes. This course is designed for beginner to intermediate clinicians. Based on our experience, around 60% of participants have never placed an implant before. The only requirement is the ability to perform extractions.
How many doctors per course?
Each course is limited to just 5 doctors with 2 mentors — ensuring a focused, hands-on experience with direct mentorship, surgical access, and an immersive learning environment.
How many implants will I place?
Most doctors can expect to place approximately 20–30 implants, depending on clinical skills, case complexity, and pace. We encourage every participant to place as many as possible during the course.
I'm a new graduate — can I join?
Yes! The course is beginner-friendly and ideal for recent grads eager to gain hands-on implant experience. The only prerequisite is the ability to perform extractions.
Can dental assistants or observers attend?
Yes. Observer seats ($3,000 · 22 CE credits) are available for doctors who want to closely follow the surgical workflow without performing procedures. Surgical Assistant positions allow chairside participation. Contact us at 3rdsetce.com/bookacall for either option.