2026 Diplomas · Detailed Program

Vertical GBR Diploma
Urban, Khoury, and Box Technique

Complete curriculum: 5 subjects, 10 modules, online + in-person format. Starts August 2026.

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August 2026
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Online + In-Person
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Program Objectives

Upon completing this diploma program, the participant will be able to:

  • Diagnose and classify vertical bone defects using updated international criteria
  • Execute the box technique (Urban technique) step by step with its main variants
  • Indicate, design, fixate, and manage titanium meshes using the Khoury technique
  • Plan soft tissue management in high-complexity vertical surgeries
  • Prevent, diagnose, and resolve intra- and postoperative complications in Vertical GBR
Study Plan

5 subjects · 2 modules per subject · 10 modules total

01

Anatomy and Vertical Bone Defect Diagnosis

Module 13D evaluation of the vertical bone defect — tomography, international classification, and clinical decision tree.
Module 2Surgical planning and technique selection according to defect type and magnitude.
02

Box Technique and Variants — Urban Technique

Module 1Fundamentals of box technique (Urban technique): regeneration biology, material selection, and step-by-step protocol.
Module 2Box technique variants: Ridge+, vertical tunnel, and adaptations for high-complexity cases.
03

Use of Titanium Meshes — Khoury Technique

Module 1Khoury technique and titanium meshes: indications, surgical design, fixation, and bone surface management.
Module 2Non-resorbable PTFE membranes: selection, intraoperative management, exposure, and removal protocol.
04

Soft Tissue Management in Vertical Procedures

Module 1Releasing incisions, mobilization of partial- and full-thickness flaps in vertical augmentation surgery.
Module 2Tension-free primary closure: suturing techniques, postoperative protocols, and healing criteria.
05

Complications and Extreme Cases

Module 1Prevention and early diagnosis of Vertical GBR complications: dehiscence, membrane exposure, and contamination.
Module 2Rescue of complications and borderline cases — salvage protocols, success and failure criteria.
Methodology
Online Capsules

Each module includes an online class, a commented clinical video, and downloadable study materials.

Clinical Case

Analysis of real cases with forum discussion and faculty feedback.

In-Person Component

Demonstration surgeries with real patients, mentorships, and surgical residencies in Santiago.

PerioPlastic Library

Online classes and our own clinical cases with exclusive academic content.

Limited Spots · August 2026

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Urban technique, Khoury technique, and real-world complication management. The most advanced Vertical GBR program in Spanish.

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