ZAGA Zygomatic Live Training
Live Training Center in São Paulo, Brazil
Dates: December 8-12, 2025*
*This training program is planned for December 8-12, 2025. However, the final number of days (3, 4, or 5) depends on the number of patients available. Even so, we guarantee that each participant will operate on at least two patients. We’ll confirm the detailed schedule closer to the date.
- Perform zygomatic live surgery under faculty supervision
- Designed for oral surgeons, dental specialists, and clinicians with prior experience in complex dental rehabilitations
In this intensive 5-day Zygomatic Live Training, you will perform at least two zygomatic surgeries with real-time guidance. Under the mentorship of Dr. André Sakima and Dr. Peter Ilg, certified ZAGA zygomatic experts, you will gain practical knowledge of the entire zygomatic rehabilitation process with zygomatic implants—from indications and treatment planning to surgery, prosthesis placement, and post-operative follow-up of patients.
Focusing on procedures based on the ZAGA Concept, you will develop the skills to enhance your surgical outcomes in treating patients with severe maxillary atrophy. Upon completion of the five-day zygomatic live training, all participants will receive a certificate with at least 40 continuing education credits.
ZAGA Zygomatic Training Objectives and Overview
The zygomatic live training in São Paulo covers all aspects of zygomatic implant rehabilitation, from diagnostics and planning to surgery and prosthetics. Led by Dr. Sakima and Dr. Ilg, you will be able to:
- Evaluate patients and create personalized treatment plans
- Perform at least two zygomatic surgeries following the ZAGA Concept
- Follow-up of patients who underwent zygomatic surgery during the week with the completed prosthetic rehabilitation.
- Manage potential complications and ensure successful outcomes.
- Gain comprehensive insights on delivering the highest quality care with real-time guidance.
- Manage post-operative care and follow-up from the first month to a year.
Zygomatic Training Program
Day 1 - Surgery Planning
The first day begins with a welcome, introduction, and a presentation on surgical techniques, zygomatic surgery planning, and the ZAGA Concept. Participants will learn how to apply this approach to deliver patient-specific treatments that prioritize personalization and safety, and will engage in hands-on zygomatic implant placement on 3D dental patient prototypes in preparation for upcoming surgeries. The program concludes with further practical exercises and a social cocktail, with coffee and lunch breaks provided throughout the day.
Day 2-3-4 - Surgeries
The second, third, and fourth days are dedicated to the surgical placement of zygomatic implants, with procedures carried out simultaneously in two operating rooms. Participants receive full-time guidance from our certified ZAGA expert doctors and, after completing their own surgery, may observe the procedures performed by other members of their small group. They will also have access to hands-on training with patient prototypes when required. The program concludes in the afternoon, with breakfast and lunch provided at the hospital. Overall, these days provide participants with a comprehensive training experience in zygomatic implant rehabilitation.
Day 5 - Debriefing
The final day focuses on debriefing and reflection. The morning session addresses fundamental aspects of oral rehabilitation supported by zygomatic implants, followed by a coffee break. Participants then review potential complications that may arise during the rehabilitation process. After a lunch break at the hospital, the afternoon is dedicated to evaluating the patients who have been rehabilitated during the week. The program concludes with a cocktail and diploma ceremony to celebrate the successful completion of the training.
Benefits of Zygomatic Implant Training for Dental Specialists & Surgeons
ZAGA live training in São Paulo offers advanced specialists the opportunity to refine their expertise and prepare for the highest standards of zygomatic implantology. The live training in São Paulo will provide you with several benefits:
- Operate under expert supervision on real patients and refine your surgical techniques in a safe environment.
- Get instant feedback to accelerate your learning curve.
- Learn with and from peers, building valuable connections with other advanced specialists.
- Apply your new skills immediately in your own practice, improving patient outcomes from day one.
If you are new to zygomatic implants, we recommend taking this live training after completing one of the ZAGA Courses. For experienced specialists, this training could be the key step toward ZAGA Center Certification and recognition as a zygomatic expert.
Commitment to Patient Care Through Continuous Dental Education
Continuous education and staying up to date with the latest advancements and techniques in advanced implant dentistry are essential to ensuring that patients receive the best possible care in every practice and clinic. At the same time, ethics and patients’ well-being remain fundamental aspects of any medical procedure, and the ZAGA Live Training Center in São Paulo places patient care and safety at its core. In the training framework, all treated patients will receive provisional and final prostheses six months after the procedure, and they will be closely followed up on to ensure optimal outcomes.
This commitment to patient care reflects the ethical standards of the Zygomatic Live Training mentors and the ZAGA Centers Network. It also underscores the importance of providing the highest quality care to every patient—setting the standard from the very beginning through exemplary training and carrying those standards directly into daily practice for the benefit of patients.
Finally, by participating in the Zygomatic Live Training with real patients and prioritizing their well-being firsthand, you will learn and practice with confidence and integrity, fully aware that you are upholding the ethical standards of your profession.
Experienced Mentors: Zygomatic Training Faculty
The Zygomatic Live Training is led by Dr. André Sakima Serrano and Dr. Jan Peter Ilg, highly experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeons specializing in zygomatic implant rehabilitation.
Both internationally recognized in full-mouth rehabilitation and advanced dentistry, they bring years of clinical expertise and teaching experience to the program. As certified ZAGA Doctors at ZAGA Center São Paulo since 2020, they have successfully integrated the ZAGA Concept into their practice, treating patients with severe maxillary atrophy.
After years of lecturing and mentoring oral surgeons worldwide, they now guide participants of the ZAGA Centers educational program through real case scenarios. In this advanced training, attendees will learn to design personalized treatment plans following the ZAGA Concept created by Dr. Carlos Aparicio, while gaining hands-on experience in live surgeries.
With small-group learning, participants benefit from tailored guidance, real-time feedback during surgeries, direct interaction with faculty, and long-term professional support within the global ZAGA network.
Offical Zygomatic Training Certification
This zygomatic live training in São Paulo is certified by several prestigious organizations, including Blanc Hospital, FAIPE University, and ZAGA Centers. This certification ensures that the training meets high standards of quality and professionalism, providing you with an unparalleled learning experience. By receiving certification from these organizations, the training is recognized as meeting the requirements of these respected institutions, reinforcing its value and importance in the field of zygomatic implant rehabilitation. You can feel confident that you receive the highest quality training from industry experts when attending this certified live training session.
What do clinicians think about the Zygomatic Live Training
Registration
- Registration for the São Paulo training requires a 3,000€ down payment.
- The down payment confirms attendance and allows us to prepare the necessary elements.
- The remaining fee (22,000€) is due one month before the training via wire transfer.
- Detailed information about venues, recommended accommodations, final payment deadlines, etc., will be provided upon enrollment.
- Refunds for the down payment are only possible within the first month of registration and are subject to a 10% administration fee. No refunds are available after the initial registration period.
- Refunds for the remaining fee are only possible within the first month after payment and are subject to a 30% administration fee. No refunds are available after the initial registration period.
- Alternatively, you may request that 100% of the original registration fee be transferred to a future training. It will be a transfer fee of the 10%.
By registering, you confirm that you’ve read and agree to the “Courses, Training, and Conferences” Terms and Conditions.
Training FEE
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Two patients for live surgery
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Airport transfers to your hotel
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Coffee Breaks
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Lunches
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Cocktail Dinner
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International Certificate with CE Credits
