California Institute of Dental Education

05/27/2026

Exciting news from the California Institute of Dental Education!
After more than two years of review, the United States Patent and Trademark Office has officially registered the trademark ALL-ON-DIGITAL®.
While a trademark registration is certainly a milestone, what excites me most is what it represents: the continued evolution of full-arch implant dentistry toward fully digital workflows.
ALL-ON-DIGITAL® describes a treatment philosophy that integrates photogrammetry, intraoral scanning, digital photography, CAD/CAM design, and modern manufacturing technologies to complete full-arch implant rehabilitation without traditional analogue impressions.
The digital revolution has transformed the way we diagnose, treatment plan, communicate with laboratories, and deliver restorations. As educators, our responsibility is not only to keep pace with these advancements, but also to help practicing dentists understand how to successfully integrate them into clinical practice.
At the California Institute of Dental Education, we remain committed to providing evidence-based continuing education that combines practical clinical techniques with emerging technologies. Whether the topic is implant dentistry, oral sedation, photogrammetry, digital workflows, or advanced restorative procedures, our goal is simple: help dentists provide better care with greater confidence and predictability.
It is an exciting time to be involved in dentistry. Technology continues to create opportunities that were unimaginable just a few years ago, and we look forward to sharing these innovations with our colleagues through future courses and educational programs.
Thank you to all the dentists, laboratory partners, faculty members, and course participants who have been part of this journey.

05/07/2026

Very honored and genuinely grateful to share that the California Institute of Dental Education has officially been re-approved by ADA CERP for another 4-year term.
When I first started teaching continuing education courses, the goal was never simply to “offer CE credits.” The vision was to build something meaningful — a program based on real clinical experience, scientific evidence, transparency, and the willingness to openly share both successes and lessons learned over decades in dentistry.
Receiving ADA CERP recognition again is deeply meaningful because it represents one of the highest levels of continuing education recognition in dentistry. It validates that the educational standards, structure, and integrity of our programs continue to meet rigorous national expectations.
What many people do not see behind the scenes are the countless hours involved. Building and maintaining a recognized educational institution is not something delegated to a large corporate team. It involves years of personal dedication, curriculum development, documentation, clinical preparation, organization, and constant refinement. It has truly been a labor of passion.
As someone who has spent many years in private practice, implant dentistry, surgery, bone grafting research, and university teaching, I have always believed that education should remain practical, honest, and clinically relevant — not simply theoretical. That philosophy continues to guide every course we provide.
Most importantly, thank you to all the dentists who have trusted us with their continuing education over the years. Your support, participation, and confidence are what made this possible.
We look forward to continuing to teach, learn, and grow together in the years ahead.
— Periklis Proussaefs DDS, MS
California Institute of Dental Education

03/31/2026

Autologous Blood Concentrates in Regenerative Dentistry
Autologous blood concentrates can dramatically improve soft-tissue healing and graft predictability—but only when used with the right protocols.
This one-day clinical workshop is designed for dentists who want practical guidance on integrating PRF, i-PRF, and c-PRF into implant and regenerative procedures.
During this session you’ll observe live surgical application and participate in hands-on venipuncture workflow training in a structured clinical setting.
Ideal for clinicians performing:
• implant placement
• ridge preservation
• sinus grafting
• soft-tissue augmentation
• immediate implant cases
Spring enrollment rate: $975
Seats are intentionally limited to maintain a small training group.
Register here:
https://c3-preview.prosites.com/278818/wy/docs/form/2026%20%20NEW%204%20Registration%20form.pdf

03/17/2026

Elevate your surgical outcomes with predictable autologous blood concentrates.
Join us for a hands-on PRF / PRP / i-PRF course designed specifically for clinicians who want to improve healing, graft stability, and patient outcomes.
✔ Live patient demonstration
✔ Hands-on training (blood draw + protocols)
✔ Real clinical workflows you can implement immediately
✔ Evidence-based protocols (not theory)
Whether you’re placing implants, grafting, or extracting—this course will upgrade your results.
📍 Ventura, CA
📅 April 18, 2026
🎓 8 CE Units
Spring Special: $975
👉 Reserve your seat now:
https://c3-preview.prosites.com/278818/wy/docs/form/2026%20%20NEW%204%20Registration%20form.pdf

03/06/2026

03/03/2026

Twenty years.
On March 1st, 2006, I purchased our main office in Ventura from another dentist. I still remember the feeling — excitement mixed with a level of stress that only those who have gone through a practice transition truly understand.
Negotiating with lenders. Working with vendors. Meeting a team you just inherited. Communicating with a landlord. And at the same time, trying to deliver dentistry at the highest possible level. It was overwhelming — and humbling.
In California, only a small percentage of dentists within 10 years of graduation own a practice. Looking back, I realize how significant that step was, even though at the time it simply felt like survival.
The years passed quickly.
2006 to 2026.
We went through the Great Recession. We went through COVID. We expanded with satellite offices. We built the California Institute of Dental Education. We had the privilege of treating tens of thousands of patients and helping restore not just smiles, but confidence and quality of life.
We also had the opportunity to mentor and employ many dental assistants and provide continuing education to hundreds of dentists who trusted us with their professional growth.
None of this happens alone.
To the staff members who stood by us — especially those who have been here for more than a decade — thank you. Longevity like that reflects character, loyalty, and shared values.
To our patients, who trusted us year after year, referred friends and family, and allowed us to be part of their lives — thank you. Without that trust, none of this would be possible.
Keeping a practice healthy and running for two decades takes effort, resilience, and a genuine passion for helping people.
My hope is simple: to continue doing this work with the same energy and purpose for many more years.
I am deeply grateful.

03/01/2026

Our adult oral sedation certification course is coming up in our Educational Institution, the California Institute of Dental Education (CIDE). For dentists/colleagues that might not be familiar, most States (and especially California) require an adult oral (light) sedation permit before dentists can give in-office sedatives to patients. Our Institute has been proudly accredited by the Dental Board of California and the ADA CERP. All participants, upon completing the course, can apply to their State and obtain an adult oral sedation permit. For doctors who might be interested in obtaining more information, check our website www.dentalorlsedationcom. 3-day course, 25 CEU, in the beautiful beachfront city of Ventura, the course includes a LIVE patient demonstration.
📅 March 20th – 22nd, 2026 – Ventura, CA

Learn more: www.DentalOralSedation.com

Register: KM_C224e-20251218100649

We are all looking forward to it.

10/31/2025

Dental Board Approved Oral Sedation Certification | Ventura, CA – December 12–14, 2025
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Looking to expand your dental practice and provide patients with safe, comfortable care?
Join us in Ventura, CA for our Dental Board–approved Adult Oral Sedation Certification Course, December 12–14, 2025.
Hands-on training with a live patient demonstration. Earn CE credits and elevate your practice today!
👉 Learn more & register:https://c3-preview.prosites.com/252416/wy/docs/2025revision.pdf
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08/14/2025

✨ Become Certified in Coronal Polishing – Ventura, CA
Boost your dental assisting career with our Dental Board of California–approved Coronal Polishing Course at the California Institute of Dental Education.
✅ Hands-on training with expert instructors
✅ Certification in just 1 day
✅ Approved for Registered Dental Assistants (RDA)
📍 Ventura, California
🌐 Register now: www.DentalInstituteofCA.com
📞 Call (805) 765-1580
🎯 Elevate your skills, expand your opportunities!

08/14/2025

Get certified in Infection Control – the right way.
The California Institute of Dental Education in Ventura proudly offers the 8-hour Infection Control Course, fully approved by the Dental Board of California.
Whether you're an unlicensed dental assistant starting your career or applying for RDA licensure, this course is mandatory and ensures you're trained in proper sterilization, operatory safety, and clinical hygiene protocols.
🦷 Includes:
✔️ 4 Hours Didactic
✔️ 2 Hours Lab
✔️ 2 Hours Clinical
✔️ Certificate Upon Completion
💻 Register today at www.DentalInstituteofCA.com
📍 Ventura, California
Start your dental career with the confidence and credentials you need.
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