foramen explorer series
Iceland
Overview
Extreme FP3 to FP1 Execution Powered by Digital Planning, Prosthodontic Precision & Guided Surgery
Led by PEDRO MOURA and PAULO CARVALHO
€12 000 Early Bird
€13 900 General admission
Foramen Explorer Series
A Flagship Platform in Surgical Refinement
The Foramen Explorer Series is our most curated educational platform.
It was created for clinicians who have already mastered the fundamentals and are now seeking refinement, precision, and elevated perspective.
Each edition brings together a small, carefully selected international group of surgeons in an extraordinary location — combining advanced implant education with meaningful networking at the highest level.
The Explorer Concept
The Foramen Explorer Series was created in response to a growing demand from high-level clinicians seeking education that reflects their ambition and lifestyle.
Each destination is carefully selected to provide not only advanced scientific content, but also an immersive environment that encourages clarity, perspective, and authentic professional connection.
Small group.
Direct access.
High-level networking.
International community.
Experience Iceland
A curated day designed to connect people, nature and shared moments beyond the clinical setting.

Black sand beaches
Dramatic volcanic landscapes where the Atlantic meets jet-black sand.
A striking natural setting that reflects the raw beauty and contrast of Iceland’s terrain.

Strokkur Geothermal Area
A unique geothermal field where powerful geysers erupt every few minutes.
An immersive experience into Iceland’s volcanic energy and natural forces.

Gullfoss Waterfall
One of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls, cascading in two dramatic tiers.
A breathtaking stop that combines scale, sound and unforgettable scenery.

Super Jeep Towards the Glacier
An off-road adventure through rugged landscapes leading to Iceland’s glaciers.
A rare opportunity to explore remote terrain with comfort and safety.

Fish Market
An exclusive dining experience in one of Reykjavík’s most renowned restaurants.
A refined culinary journey that celebrates Nordic flavors and contemporary gastronomy.
SCIENTIFIC STRUCTURE
Led by PEDRO MOURA and PAULO CARVALHO, the program is built around three core pillars:
Advanced Full-Arch & Extreme Solutions
Decision-making in severe atrophy, zygomatic and pterygoid strategies, biomechanics, and long-term predictability in complex rehabilitation.
FP1 Mastery
FP1 is presented as a surgical framework — not as a technique.
Digital Control & Workflow Refinement
Precision planning and execution in modern implantology:
Because in advanced implant dentistry, control defines confidence.
Who is it for
The Foramen Explorer Series is designed for clinicians who:
- Already place implants regularly;
- Seek refinement beyond foundational training;
- Value positioning and international exposure;
- Prefer depth, precision, and curated environments
- Participation is intentionally limited.
A Global Vision
Iceland is the first edition of a long-term international concept.
The Foramen Explorer Series will travel across the world — bringing surgical excellence to extraordinary settings.
Education should reflect ambition.
Community should reflect standards.
Experience should reflect identity.
The experience is fully curated and comprehensive: accommodation, meals, and all scheduled activities are included, allowing participants to focus entirely on learning and connection.
Flights are not included.
Intensive Program
Course Summary
A advanced full-arch program designed for clinicians who want to evolve from conventional All-on-4 cases to extreme atrophic FP3, master zygomatic and pterygoid concepts, understand bone-level guides, and execute high-aesthetic FP1 cases supported by strong digital planning and soft tissue management.
Program
Advanced Surgical Techniques
Overview of all techniques used in extreme atrophy:
- Palatal approach implants
- Pterygoid implants
- Trans-sinus implants
- Nasal implants
- Zygomatic implants
- Subperiosteal
Focus: step by step, clinical cases, indications, anatomy, angulations, prosthetic impact, and how all techniques fit into FP3 Extreme decision-making.
Hands-On (Models + Biomodel)
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- Hands-on placement of palatal, pterygoid, trans-sinus, nasal, and zygomatic implants.
- Guided surgery on a biomodel with extreme atrophy:
- Zygomatic implants
- Pterygoid implants
- Extreme anterior implants
- Troubleshooting common real-world problems with guides and access.
Bone-Level Surgical Guides (Blue Sky Bio)
- Philosophy of bone-supported guides for atrophic cases
- CBCT + STL workflow
- Planning pterygoid, zygomatic, and anterior implants
- Designing stable bone-level guides
- Export and clinical workflow
FP1 & FP3 Prosthetic Planning (Exocad)
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- Digital tooth setup for FP1 vs FP3
- Designing emergence profiles
- Backward planning: connecting prosthetics to implant positions
- Practical step-by-step design exercises
FP1 Surgical Philosophy
- Pre-surgical planning and lab communication
- Advanced hard and soft tissue reconstructive techniques
- Provisionalization & emergence profiles shaping
- FP1 step-by-step protocols
- Advanced complex cases and complications management
Soft Tissue and emergence profiles Hands-On
- Essential Fp1 flap design and manipulation
- Connective tissue grafting advanced techniques
- Suturing in mucogingival therapy
- Shaping emergence profiles
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- Black sand beaches;
- Strokkur geothermal area;
- Gullfoss waterfall;
- Super jeep towards the glacier;
- Fish Market;
- Trekking;
- Kayaking;
- Snorkeling.
Learning Outcomes
Participants who finish the course should be able to:
- Plan and execute FP3 Extreme cases with confidence
- Use bone-supported guides for complex atrophy
- Design FP1 and FP3 prostheses digitally
- Perform essential soft tissue techniques for FP1
- Integrate surgical, digital, and prosthetic concepts into a predictable workflow
Meet the Course Instructor
Dr. Pedro
Moura
At Foramen we are fully committed to taking care of you and the success of your career.
Dr. Pedro Moura is the founder and pedagogical coordinator of Foramen Dental Education. With advanced training in implantology and periodontology, he has led numerous courses in full-arch surgery, soft-tissue management, digital dentistry, and autogenous grafting.
He currently directs the Master in Surgery – Clinical Residency, guiding 16 residents through an intensive 10-month program. His clinical practice is exclusively surgical.

Meet the Course Instructor
Dr. Paulo
carvalho
At Foramen we are fully committed to taking care of you and the success of your career.
Dental Surgeon, University of Porto, Portugal (FMDUP). Completed postgraduate studies in Implantology at Centro Formacao, Portugal. Advanced course in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Autotransplantation at the postgraduate center Implant Brazil. Graduated from postgraduate programs in Mucogingival and Periodontal Surgery. Completed a residency in Aesthetic Dental Rehabilitation at Foramen Dental Education.
Instructor for private courses in Implantology and Oral Rehabilitation. Presented at several national and international conferences. Previously collaborated with the University of Porto, Portugal.







What’s Included
Five-Night Stay — Fosshotel Reykjavík
Participants will stay five nights at Fosshotel Reykjavík, one of the city’s most renowned hotels, offering comfort, privacy, and stunning views over the capital.
Curated Iceland Experiences
A carefully selected program of activities designed to explore Iceland’s extraordinary landscapes — shared exclusively with the group throughout the week.
Full Culinary Experience
All meals are included during the program, including breakfast, lunch, coffee breaks, and dinner, allowing you to focus entirely on the educational and experiential journey.
Private Airport Transfers
Seamless transfers between Reykjavík Domestic Airport (RKV) and the hotel will be arranged for all participants.
Travel Information
Flights
Flights are not included in the program.
Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel to Iceland.
Arrival
June 30
Departure
July 5
Airport
Please book your flights to:
Reykjavík Domestic Airport (RKV)
Request
Information
Address
Rua Santa Catarina 594
4000-446 Porto
Phone number
+351 962 075 456
(Cost of call for a portuguese mobile network)
foramendentaleducation@gmail.com

