Dr. Ferguson has been involved in teaching implant dentistry for the last 20 years and has lectured in every major city in the United States as well as internationally in Saudi Arabia, UK, India, Argentina, Taiwan, South Korea, Jamaica, Antigua, China and the Bahamas. These lecture topics have included treatment planning, case selection, simple and complex surgical placement and restoration, advanced bone grafting and bone graft materials, use of Computed Tomography and surgical guides, hygienic maintenance, management of complications and failures. Dr. Ferguson has placed and restored over 5000 dental implants and maintains a private practice with his wife Dr. Katherine Ferguson in Davie, FL emphasizing dental implants and where they also teach a live surgery course. Dr. Ferguson has mentored over 100 doctors on all phases of implant dentistry by traveling to their offices to give them and their staff personalized training. This training has included sedation techniques, sterile protocol, patient management etc. Dr. Ferguson has been instrumental in implementing implant training programs and hands on bone grafting courses which have been attended by thousands of dentists.
Is Bone Grafting Necessary Prior to Implant Placement?
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | 5pmPST – 2 Hour Live Webinar
This webinar reviews the role of bone grafting in implant dentistry and discusses when grafting procedures may be necessary to support successful implant outcomes. Participants will gain a better understanding of bone evaluation and treatment options for compromised sites.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Evaluate bone volume and quality for implant placement.
- Identify when bone grafting may be indicated.
- Understand the benefits of ridge preservation procedures.
- Discuss timing considerations for implant placement following grafting.
