Jul 22, 2026
Opens on June 22, 2026
Meet the Members
Sep 9, 2026
Opens on August 9, 2026
Implant Failures: Real Cases, Real Lessons
Oct 14, 2026
Opens on September 14, 2026
Soft Tissue Grafting Made SIMPLE
Oct 23–24, 2026
Opens on September 23, 2026
Soft Tissue Grafting - 2-Day Hands-on Extensive Course
Nov 4, 2026
Opens on October 4, 2026
Scan Smarter not Harder
Nov 18, 2026
Opens on October 18, 2026
Member Case Presentations
Jan 27, 2027
Opens on December 27, 2026
Beyond Surgery: Implant Case Acceptance
Mar 24, 2027
Opens on February 24, 2027
CBCT and Surgical Planning
Apr 7, 2027
Opens on March 7, 2027
Undervalued and Unprepared: The Truth About Buying and Selling Dental Practices
Apr 28, 2027
Opens on March 28, 2027
Full Arch Implants: The Evolution
Jun 9, 2027
Opens on May 9, 2027
Cleaning up your OWN Mess
| Dinner & Drinks Included | |||
| ODIN Member | $0.00 | ||
Jul 22, 2026 | 6:00pm - 9:30pm | IN-PERSON
Dave & Buster's
120 Interchange Way, Vaughan, ON, L4K 5C3
Core Category: 0 | CE Credits: 0
Course Description:
Meet the Members - Members only event.Social event to network with your colleagues and sponsors, and meet our upcoming speakers for the year! In addition, we will review all your ODIN benefits and logistics in order to get the best out of your membership.
| Dinner & Drinks Included | |||
| Non-ODIN Member | $199.00 | ||
| ODIN Member | $0.00 | ||
Sep 9, 2026 | 6:00pm - 9:30pm | IN-PERSON
Château Le Jardin
8440 Ontario Hwy 27, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 0A7
Core Category: 2 | CE Credits: 3
Course Description:
In this honest and practical session, Dr. Azeem Sheikh shares real implant cases that didn’t go as planned and explains what went wrong. Attendees will learn simple, practical lessons to improve decision-making, reduce complications, and achieve more predictable implant outcomes in everyday practice.Dr. Azeem Sheikh
Dr. Azeem Sheikh is the founder of the Ontario Dental Implant Network (ODIN), a collaborative community built to help dentists grow clinically and professionally. Since its start in 2015, ODIN has evolved into a supportive, non-judgmental space for learning, mentorship, and shared success.
A graduate of the University of Western Ontario (DDS, 2003), Dr. Sheikh has over 20 years of experience practicing in the Greater Toronto Area. His work at Brampton Dental Arts focuses on implant and periodontal surgery, with expertise in complex cases and immediate implant solutions—from single units to full-arch rehabilitation. He has placed over 6,000 immediate implants.
Dr. Sheikh has advanced training in implant dentistry and grafting from the University of Toronto and the Toronto Implant Institute, along with SYFAC certification in A-PRF™ and I-PRF™. As a Course Director and Clinical Instructor for the Hiossen Master Implant Training Program, he lectures on surgical techniques, restorative solutions, and practice growth.
| Dinner & Drinks Included | |||
| Non-ONDIN Member | $199.00 | ||
| ODIN Member | $0.00 | ||
Oct 14, 2026 | 6:00pm - 9:30pm | IN-PERSON
Château Le Jardin
8440 Ontario Hwy 27, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 0A7
Core Category: 2 | CE Credits: 3
Course Description:
Taken courses but still confused? Soft tissue grafting doesn’t have to be complicated! In this practical, no-BS session, Dr. Jeff Li (Periodontist) will provide a clear and concise overview of Free Gingival and Connective Tissue grafts - broken down into simple, easy-to-understand concepts. You’ll learn how to think about these procedures, identify appropriate cases, and understand the key steps without the overwhelm.Dr. Jeff Li
Periodontist
Dr. Jeff Li is a board-certified periodontist with advanced training in both Canada and the U.S. He earned his HBMSc from the University of Western Ontario, his DMD with Clinical Honors from the University of Pennsylvania (2012), and his Certificate in Periodontics along with a Master’s degree from the University of Michigan (2015).
Following his training, Dr. Li practiced in Boston and served as a lecturer and clinical instructor at Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, and maintains active membership in several professional organizations.
Dr. Li’s practice focuses on esthetic periodontal surgery, implant dentistry, and advanced hard and soft tissue regeneration. He is also certified in IV conscious sedation and is actively involved in continuing education, lecturing, and leading hands-on workshops across Canada.
| Breakfast, Lunch and Drinks Included | |||
| Non-ODIN Member | $2799.00 | ||
| ODIN Member | $2499.00 | ||
Oct 23–24, 2026 | 8.30 am - 5:00 pm | IN-PERSON
Durban Lab
595a Trethewey Drive, North York, ON, M6M 4B8
Core Category: 2 | CE Credits: 14
Course Description:
Day 1 - FGG with Hands-ON (2 pig jaws) - teeth (Md ant) + implants (post healing) ** Focus on suturing with suture pad (need teeth) - Using 5.0 Monocryl / 6.0 Prolene **Dr. Jeff Li
Periodontist
Dr. Jeff Li is a board-certified periodontist with advanced training in both Canada and the U.S. He earned his HBMSc from the University of Western Ontario, his DMD with Clinical Honors from the University of Pennsylvania (2012), and his Certificate in Periodontics along with a Master’s degree from the University of Michigan (2015).
Following his training, Dr. Li practiced in Boston and served as a lecturer and clinical instructor at Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, and maintains active membership in several professional organizations.
Dr. Li’s practice focuses on esthetic periodontal surgery, implant dentistry, and advanced hard and soft tissue regeneration. He is also certified in IV conscious sedation and is actively involved in continuing education, lecturing, and leading hands-on workshops across Canada.
| Dinner & Drinks Included | |||
| Non-ODIN Member | $199.00 | ||
| ODIN Member | $0.00 | ||
Nov 4, 2026 | 6:00pm - 9:30pm | IN-PERSON
Durban Lab
595a Trethewey Drive, North York, ON, M6M 4B8
Core Category: 3 | CE Credits: 2
Course Description:
Join Dr. Ryan See as he focuses on making intraoral scanning faster, cleaner, and far more predictable in everyday implant workflows. This session breaks down practical, real-world scanning strategies that immediately improve accuracy and reduce frustration chairside. Kevin Ehlers (RDT) will also pull back the curtain on common lab issues—what actually causes remakes, rescans, and miscommunication—and how to eliminate them through better technique and smarter workflows.Dr. Ryan See
Dr. Ryan See earned his Bachelor of Dental Surgery from James Cook University in 2017. His early career took him across Australia, working in rural and hospital settings, as well as internationally in Hong Kong and Sri Lanka, before returning to Canada and becoming NDEB certified.
Since joining the practice in 2018, Dr. Ryan has continued to expand his clinical skills, with training in implant dentistry through the Digital Dentistry Institute, along with advanced education in endodontics, orthodontics, and biomimetic dentistry. He has a strong focus on digital dentistry, offering technologies such as guided implant surgery, same-day crowns, and full-mouth digital scans.
Dr. Ryan is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and has completed over 250 hours of continuing education.
Kevin Ehlers
Assistant Lab Manager | Dental Technologist | Implant & Digital Dentistry Specialist
Kevin Ehlers is a highly experienced dental technologist with over 25 years in the industry, currently serving as Assistant Lab Manager at Durban Dental Laboratory. Known for his precision, leadership, and commitment to evolving with technology, Kevin plays a key role in managing complex cases and overseeing the lab’s digital and implant-driven workflows.
His expertise spans crown and bridge restorations, full-arch rehabilitations, and advanced bar designs, with a strong foundation in both analogue techniques and modern CAD/CAM systems like Exocad. Kevin works closely with clinicians on case planning and often provides chairside and surgical support to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.
A former lab owner and respected industry mentor, Kevin has trained numerous dental technicians and has served in leadership roles within the Dental Technology Association of South Africa (DENTASA), including as Vice President. He continues to stay ahead of industry trends through ongoing professional development and a deep commitment to quality and collaboration.
| Dinner & Drinks Included | |||
| Non-ODIN Member | $199.00 | ||
| ODIN Member | $0.00 | ||
Nov 18, 2026 | 6:00pm - 9:30pm | IN-PERSON
Château Le Jardin
8440 Ontario Hwy 27, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 0A7
Core Category: 2 | CE Credits: 3
Course Description:
Join our very own ODIN members this evening as they present their implant cases for discussion. Patient management, treatment planning, execution and final outcome will be reviewed. This is a GREAT way to UP your presentation skills, share your case and help others learn from your experiences (good and bad). It's all about helping EACH OTHER!Dr. Azeem Sheikh
Dr. Azeem Sheikh is the founder of the Ontario Dental Implant Network (ODIN), a collaborative community built to help dentists grow clinically and professionally. Since its start in 2015, ODIN has evolved into a supportive, non-judgmental space for learning, mentorship, and shared success.
A graduate of the University of Western Ontario (DDS, 2003), Dr. Sheikh has over 20 years of experience practicing in the Greater Toronto Area. His work at Brampton Dental Arts focuses on implant and periodontal surgery, with expertise in complex cases and immediate implant solutions—from single units to full-arch rehabilitation. He has placed over 6,000 immediate implants.
Dr. Sheikh has advanced training in implant dentistry and grafting from the University of Toronto and the Toronto Implant Institute, along with SYFAC certification in A-PRF™ and I-PRF™. As a Course Director and Clinical Instructor for the Hiossen Master Implant Training Program, he lectures on surgical techniques, restorative solutions, and practice growth.
| Dinner & Drinks Included | |||
| Non-ODIN Member | $199.00 | ||
| ODIN Member | $0.00 | ||
Jan 27, 2027 | 6:00pm - 9:30pm | IN-PERSON
Château Le Jardin
8440 Ontario Hwy 27, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 0A7
Core Category: 2 | CE Credits: 3
Course Description:
Do you find yourself presenting implant cases only for them to disappear after the patient leaves your chair? What’s happening? What’s hindering your implant case growth? Tala Batarseh (Dentala Consulting) will unveil a workflow that will guide you to successful implant case acceptance. From the first phone call, to the financial conversation, to handling objections, to navigating insurance limitations, and much more.... This lecture is not about surgical technique. It’s about what actually determines whether implant cases move forward!Tala Batarseh
Tala Batarseh is the visionary behind DENTALA Consulting, a leading name in the dental industry.
With a bachelor’s degree in business commerce and administration from York University and a certification in general management, Tala has been making a significant impact on dental practices for over 15 years.
Her dedication to mentorship and coaching has helped countless clinicians and team members thrive in their roles.
Tala earned her Certificate in Dental Practice Management from the University of Toronto. Her commitment to continuous learning is reflected in her extensive portfolio of continuing education courses, covering topics like dental practice sales, treatment coordination, executive leadership, and IPAC compliance.
Tala blends her academic knowledge with years of practical experience, making her a key player in driving dental practices to new heights of success.
Whether she’s guiding new dentists as they start their journey or helping experienced professionals scale their operations, Tala’s passion and determination are unmatched.
| Dinner & Drinks Included | |||
| Non-ODIN Member | $199.00 | ||
| ODIN Member | $0.00 | ||
Mar 24, 2027 | 6:00pm - 9:30pm | IN-PERSON
Château Le Jardin
8440 Ontario Hwy 27, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 0A7
Core Category: 2 | CE Credits: 3
Course Description:
Dr. Steve Chang (Prosthodontist) will review how CBCT imaging enhances implant dentistry by providing precise 3D evaluation of bone, critical anatomy, and surgical risk. Attendees will learn to interpret scans for implant planning, apply prosthetically driven positioning, and integrate digital tools or surgical guides into clinical workflows. Case-based examples will illustrate how CBCT improves treatment predictability, safety, and surgical confidence.Dr. Steve Chang
Dr. Steve Chang is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a Board-Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics. He is also a proud member of the Canadian Dental Association, the Ontario Dental Association, and the Association of Prosthodontists of Canada. He maintains a private practice limited to Prosthodontics at M Prosthodontics in Mississauga, Ontario and is also an instructor at the University of Toronto Graduate School of Prosthodontics.
Dr. Chang’s extensive dental education began at the University of Western Ontario Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He went on to study at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts, where he obtained a Master of Science degree in the areas of Craniofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine. Subsequently, Dr. Chang went on to study at Goethe University in Frankfurt, Germany, where he obtained his second Master of Science degree in the area of Oral Implantology. Dr. Chang then completed his third Master of Science degree and specialty certification in Prosthodontics from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry. His research included studies in dental occlusion, digital technology in optimal implant placement, and peri-implant disease.
Dr. Chang has extensive training in the placement and restoration of dental implants and maintains a clinical focus on the prosthodontic rehabilitation of the completely edentulous patient supported by dental implants. When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Chang spends time with his wife and three daughters.
| Dinner & Drinks Included | |||
| Non-ODIN Member | $199.00 | ||
| ODIN Member | $0.00 | ||
Apr 7, 2027 | 6:00pm - 9:30pm | IN-PERSON
Henry Schein
221 Jacob Keffer Pkwy, Concord, ON, L4K 5T9
Core Category: 3 | CE Credits: 2
Course Description:
Your dental practice is likely the largest financial asset you will ever own—yet most dentists are dangerously unprepared when it comes time to buy or sell. Poor planning, weak financial insight, and inadequate due diligence routinely lead to costly mistakes, undervalued practices, and lost wealth. This session will expose where dentists go wrong and provide the strategies needed to avoid financial missteps, protect your position, and ensure you don’t leave hundreds of thousands—or more—on the table.Sana Arshad
CPA, MAcc
Before founding CFO of Smiles, Sana Arshad, CPA, MAcc, built a career rooted in growth, leadership, and precision. She started in audit, mastering accuracy and compliance, then moved into corporate accounting, managing financials for organizations exceeding $2B in Canadian sales. Rising from Junior to Senior Manager in just eight years, she led multiple finance teams and large-scale reporting operations.
Her leadership was built from the ground up—repeatedly hiring, training, and developing teams while fostering strong cultures with minimal turnover. These experiences shaped her belief that true leadership is about trust, clarity, and confidence—not hierarchy.
Sana entered dentistry through a start-up DSO, where she transitioned accounting in-house, cleaned up two years of financials, and built a finance department from scratch. It was here she found her passion for helping dentists gain clarity—not just in their numbers, but in their business direction.
With a Master’s in Accounting (Performance Management)—completed while on maternity leave—Sana brings a strategic, performance-driven approach to every client. Today, she works with dental practices across Canada, is featured in Oral Health Weekly Wisdom, speaks with Women in Digital Dentistry, and contributes to podcasts and panels on dental finance and leadership. She also mentors CPA students and teaches at Canadian post-secondary institutions, helping shape the next generation of professionals.
Dr. Azeem Sheikh
Dr. Azeem Sheikh is the founder of the Ontario Dental Implant Network (ODIN), a collaborative community built to help dentists grow clinically and professionally. Since its start in 2015, ODIN has evolved into a supportive, non-judgmental space for learning, mentorship, and shared success.
A graduate of the University of Western Ontario (DDS, 2003), Dr. Sheikh has over 20 years of experience practicing in the Greater Toronto Area. His work at Brampton Dental Arts focuses on implant and periodontal surgery, with expertise in complex cases and immediate implant solutions—from single units to full-arch rehabilitation. He has placed over 6,000 immediate implants.
Dr. Sheikh has advanced training in implant dentistry and grafting from the University of Toronto and the Toronto Implant Institute, along with SYFAC certification in A-PRF™ and I-PRF™. As a Course Director and Clinical Instructor for the Hiossen Master Implant Training Program, he lectures on surgical techniques, restorative solutions, and practice growth.
| Dinner & Drinks Included | |||
| Non-ODIN Member | $199.00 | ||
| ODIN Member | $0.00 | ||
Apr 28, 2027 | 6:00pm - 9:30pm | IN-PERSON
Château Le Jardin
8440 Ontario Hwy 27, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 0A7
Core Category: 2 | CE Credits: 3
Course Description:
Dr. Steven Bongard (Chrysalis Dental Centre) joins us as he breaks down how Full-arch implant therapy has evolved into one of the most powerful treatments in modern dentistry. From early concepts to today’s cutting-edge protocols, learn what’s changed, what actually works, and how to deliver predictable, transformative results for your patients.Dr. Steven Bongard
Founder of Chrysalis
Dr. Steven Bongard obtained his DDS degree from the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry in 1986. His professional interest has been concentrated on all aspects of implant dentistry since 1995.
He has extensive experience in implant placement, bone grafting procedures as well as the prosthetic component of implant restoration. He has published and lectured both nationally and internationally on implant placement, full arch rehabilitation, and non-grafted immediate approaches to implant surgery. He presently maintains a dental practice in Toronto, Ontario, Canada that is exclusive to the placement and restoration of dental implants.
His recent focus has been on developing a community resource and training center that can provide access to innovation, technology, and advanced infrastructure, as well as support and mentoring to the dental implant community.
| Dinner & Drinks Included | |||
| Non-ODIN Member | $199.00 | ||
| ODIN Member | $0.00 | ||
Jun 9, 2027 | 6:00pm - 9:30pm | IN-PERSON
Château Le Jardin
8440 Ontario Hwy 27, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 0A7
Core Category: 2 | CE Credits: 3
Course Description:
Dr. Vinay Bhide (Periodontist) will move beyond the curated "hero" slides to offer a raw deconstruction of a peri-implantitis case—inherited in a compromised state—that spiraled into a series of surgical setbacks. By examining these failures through a lens of honest self-reflection, the presentation identifies the specific moments where things went wrong and the critical interdisciplinary pivot that eventually salvaged the outcome. Clinical perfection is the gold standard, but the ability to navigate a crisis is what defines a great practitioner.Dr. Vinay Bhide
D.D.S., M.Sc. (Perio)
Dr. Vinay Bhide is a board-certified Periodontist who provides the full scope of surgical periodontal and dental implant therapy. In addition to conventional periodontal procedures such as pocket reduction and crown lengthening, Dr. Bhide has a special interest in esthetic and reconstructive periodontics, procedures including soft tissue grafting for correction of gingival recession, periodontal regeneration, and pre-prosthetic site development procedures such as alveolar ridge augmentation, maxillary sinus floor augmentation (both direct and indirect), and guided bone regeneration (GBR).
Dr. Bhide earned his DDS from the University of Toronto in 2001, and subsequently completed a one-year internship at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto. He completed his Master of Science and specialty training in periodontology at the University of Toronto in 2005.
Dr. Bhide is an Examiner and Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Bhide is also a member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI). In addition to private practice, Dr. Bhide holds the rank of Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto and is involved in didactic and clinical teaching of periodontics at both undergraduate and post-graduate levels. He has lectured nationally and internationally on various topics related to periodontology.
In his spare time, Dr. Bhide enjoys spending time with this family, running, playing tennis, and of course, reading anything!
Ontario Dental Implant Network is a locally approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD Credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 11/1/2025 until 10/31/2028.
Provider #389657.
