The Foundation
Think Systemically.
Own the Outcome.
A 2-Day Immersive in Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, and Restorative Solutions for Natural Dentition and Implants
From single-tooth dentistry to full-mouth rehabilitation—learn how to see the case, plan it right, and execute with confidence.
Available Dates: August 28-29, 2026 and October 30-31, 2026
Location: Washington, DC
The Foundation
The
Problem
Many dentists struggle with:
• Inconsistent treatment planning
• Unclear decision-making in complex cases
• Occlusion concepts that don't translate into daily practice
• Implant outcomes that depend heavily on the surgeon
• Teams that are not aligned around treatment goals
The
Solution
The Foundation in restorative dentistry
✓ Comprehensive Diagnosis
✓ Digital Workflow
✓ Functional Occlusion
✓ Restorative-Driven Implant Planning
✓ Clinical & Team Systems
Who Should
Attend?
General Dentists
Restorative Dentists
Implant Dentists
Clinicians restoring implants placed by others
Dentists seeking greater confidence in diagnosis and treatment planning
Practitioners interested in comprehensive and interdisciplinary care
Key
Promise
A complete workflow for:
Data collection
Diagnosis
Occlusion (real-world)
Implant restoration planning
Team implementation
👉 Walk away with a repeatable system, not random knowledge
Course Topics
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Comprehensive data collection protocols
Photography, videography, and iTero scanning
How to organize and interpret patient information
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When and how to incorporate orthodontics / Invisalign
Creating conditions for long-term restorative success
Avoiding common planning mistakes early
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Move beyond textbook occlusion
What actually works in everyday dentistry
How to design occlusion that is stable and predictable
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What to look for before implant placement
How to communicate with surgeons effectively
Designing restorations that drive surgical success
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Translating plans into clinical workflows
Aligning your clinical and front office team
Implementing systems in your real practice immediately
Presenters
Dr. Tae Sung John Ku
Co-DirectorDr. John Ku is a practicing clinician, educator, entrepreneur, and Kois Center Graduate dedicated to advancing implant and restorative dentistry through practical, evidence-based education. As Co-Director of Implant Accelerator and founder of W Plus Dental, he mentors dentists through hands-on surgical training and lectures nationally on restorative-driven implant planning, immediate implant therapy, and predictable clinical workflows. In private practice, he utilizes iTero, Invisalign, and Exocad to deliver comprehensive, digitally driven patient care.
Dr. Chris Kim is a comprehensive dentist, educator, and Kois Center Graduate dedicated to delivering intentional, repeatable, and predictable patient care. As owner of Livewell Dental and a Clinical Instructor at Implant Accelerator, he teaches restorative dentistry, diagnosis, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary care with a focus on practical systems that improve clinical confidence and long-term outcomes.
Clinical Instructor