ZAGA Proficient Course
March 27th, 28th and 29th, 2026
This is the premier edition of the internationally recognized ZAGA Course on zygomatic and pterygoid implant techniques in Singapore! Join this hands-on program focused on remote anchorage solutions and long-term surgical success.
The ZAGA Proficient Course: Zygomatic & Pterygoid Implants is a three-day intensive training led by internationally regarded faculty, Dr. Carlos Aparicio and Dr. Samintharaj Kumar.
Renowned and appreciated by dental clinicians worldwide, ZAGA Courses are among the top dental implant training programs, grounded in science-based theory, robust hands-on practice, and personalized mentorship. They offer continuous support to clinicians – whether you’re starting with zygomatic and pterygoid implants or an experienced specialist refining advanced skills and expanding your treatment toolbox.
Designed for general dentists, prosthodontists, and maxillofacial surgeons, this course combines comprehensive lectures, interactive discussions, and hands-on exercises on 3D patient-based models. Gain practical knowledge you can apply in your clinic immediately after completion.
All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion awarding 24 CE credits or 24 CPE credits (SDC Registered – to be confirmed).
Overview & Objectives
- Indications for zygomatic implants: defect types, smile line, biomechanics, residual bone, edentulism, maxillary atrophy, failing dentition, implant/graft failures, and maxillectomy
- Compare surgical approaches: original, slot, and extrasinus techniques, with their advantages and limitations.
- Apply the ZAGA Concept: classification, anatomy-driven planning, and risk management for predictable outcomes.
- Master ZAGA osteotomies for patient-specific therapy: tunnel and channel techniques, focusing on sinus preservation and bone conservation.
- Integrate prosthetic and anatomical criteria: ABC of ZAGA for optimal implant positioning, stability, and soft-tissue health.
- Prosthetic rehabilitation: immediate loading and restoration strategies for zygomatic and pterygoid implants.
- Pterygoid implants: review indications, protocols, and complication management in combined and separate rehabilitation cases.
- Hands-on training: practice zygomatic and pterygoid implants techniques on patient-based 3D models
- Continuous support & networking: connect with peers and ZAGA faculty, building lasting professional relationships through the ZAGA Circle, the private community for ZAGA alumni and for zygomatic and full-mouth rehabilitation enthusiasts.
Faculty
Dr. Carlos Aparicio
ZAGA Concept Creator
MD, DDS, MSc, MSc, DLT, Ph.D.
Dr. Samintharaj Kumar
BDS (Singapore)
CEO, Nuffield Holdings
Director, ZAGA Centre Singapore
Program Outline
Day 1
- 8:00-10:30 | Welcome & Indications by Dr. Carlos Aparicio
- 10:30-11:00 | Coffee Break
- 11:00-13:00 | ZAGA Concept by Dr. Carlos Aparicio
- 13:00-14:00 | Lunch break
- 14:00-15:30 | Surgical Procedure: Step-by-step
- 15:30-17:30 | 3D Model Hands-On Session
Day 2
- 8:00-10:30 | ZAGA Concept by Dr. Carlos Aparicio
- 10:30-11:00 | Coffee Break
- 11:00-13:00 | Soft Tissue Management by Dr. Carlos Aparicio
- 13:00-14:00 | Lunch break
- 14:00-15:00 | Pterygoid Implants by Dr. Samintharaj Kumar
- 15:30-17:30 | 3D Model Hands-On Session
Day 3
- 8:00-12:30 | The ZAGA Concept and ORIS Criteria by Dr. Carlos Aparicio
- 12:30-13:00 | ZAGA Centers Introduction
- 13:00-14:00 | Lunch break
- 14:00-17:00 | 3D Model Hands-On Session
- 17:00-17:15 | Course Closure
Registration Fee:
SGD 9,500
SGD 8,550 (Early Bird Until 31 December 2025)
* Special price applies for certified ZAGA Centers. To claim your discount, please get in touch with us at tomas.deleau@zagacenters.com
Includes
- ZAGA Concept
- Zygomatic Implants Success Code – ORIS Protocol
- Pterygoid technique
- 3D Models Hands-on
- Social Event (+1 welcome)
- Coffee Breaks & Lunches
- 24 CE Credits
- Access to ZAGA Centers’ peer-reviewed zygomatic implant library
- AI-Powered Simultaneous Translation (All Languages)
PLEASE NOTE
- Registration includes morning & afternoon tea breaks, luncheons during the workshop dates.
- Live clinical implant cases will have additional charges based on the attendees’ needs. Please contact the course administrator by phone or WhatsApp at +65 9189 4217 for details.
- Travel and accommodation expenditures are to be borne by the candidate.
- Attendees not registered with the Singapore Dental Council (SDC) may observe live surgeries but will not perform live patient procedures.
- Program is open to dental professionals only
- Cancellations are not allowed. Should you be unable to attend, a substitute delegate of the same stature is welcome at no extra charge.
- No Shows are not eligible for refunds.
- Nuffield Academy reserves the right to alter the programme without notice including the substitution, alternation or cancellation of speakers and / or topics and / or the alteration of dates of the event.
- Nuffield Academy is not responsible for any loss or damage as a result of a substitution, alternation, postponement or cancellation of an event.
Upon completion of the course, you will be issued certificate co-signed by course faculties. Please kindly fill in your desired shipping address for your certificate upon checking out.
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