Dr. Sascha Jovanovic, DDS, MS
Dr. Sascha Jovanovic is a global expert in implant dentistry and considered one of the founders of Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) and Esthetic Implant Surgery. Notably, Dr. Sascha Jovanovic is the Founder and Academic Chairman of the gIDE Institute, Associate Professor at Loma Linda University, and past-president of the European Association for Osseointegration (EAO).
Dr. Sascha Jovanovic
International Multi-Country Academic Foundation
Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern implant dentistry, Dr. Sascha Jovanovic holds an extraordinarily rare multi-country academic foundation. Notably, he received formal training in Periodontics at UCLA School of Dentistry, in Implant Dentistry at Loma Linda University, and in Prosthodontics at the University of Aachen in Germany. Additionally, he holds a Master of Sciences degree in Oral Biology from UCLA. In fact, few clinicians globally combine this depth of training across three specialties on two continents.
Beyond his degrees, Dr. Sascha Jovanovic has spent over three decades in academic, research, teaching, and clinical practice — including past-Co-Director positions at the UCLA Dental Implant Center and past-Course Director at UCLA Continuing Dental Education. Consequently, generations of implant surgeons have learned directly from his protocols.
Clinical Experience
Publications
Color Atlas Translated
Pioneering Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR)
Today, Dr. Sascha Jovanovic is considered one of the founders of Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) — the technique that revolutionized how modern implant dentistry addresses bone deficiency. Consequently, his research and clinical protocols have directly shaped how implant surgeons around the world plan and execute bone reconstruction cases. On top of that, he is widely credited as one of the founders of Esthetic Implant Surgery — bringing the artistic dimension to what was once purely functional dentistry.
Global Educator & the gIDE Institute
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Sascha Jovanovic founded and continues to serve as Academic Chairman of the gIDE Institute — one of the world’s most respected dental education organizations. Through the flagship gIDE/LLU 1-year Master Clinician Program in Implant Dentistry, plus hands-on symposiums and on-demand video learning, gIDE has trained thousands of dentists across every continent. Additionally, he is the author of the acclaimed textbook “Color Atlas of Implantology” published by Thieme Publications — translated into 8 languages — and has published more than 80 scientific articles and book chapters. Above all, he is the past-president of the European Association for Osseointegration (EAO), one of the highest honors in European implant dentistry.
“Many of today’s implant procedures have been developed by Dr. Jovanovic and the GIDE dental team and have been taught to thousands of dentists worldwide. The most complex dental patients are referred with large bone and soft tissue defects or failed previous procedures and can be helped in most cases with long-term functioning and esthetically pleasing restorations.”
— GIDE Dental Implant CenterDr. Jovanovic’s Ecosystem
Academic Chairman & Founder
Worldwide reach
Multi-specialty private practice
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Director · Master Clinician Program
Buenos Aires · Chulalongkorn & more
gIDE Institute
Founded and led by Dr. Sascha Jovanovic, the gIDE Institute (Global Institute for Dental Education) has become one of the world’s most respected sources of advanced implant dentistry education — with faculty and alumni spanning every continent.
Notably, the flagship gIDE/LLU 1-year Master Clinician Program in Implant Dentistry — offered jointly with Loma Linda University — combines rigorous academic content with hands-on training, live surgery, and case mentorship. Consequently, dentists worldwide travel to Santa Monica to complete this transformative training. Additionally, gIDE offers ongoing hands-on symposiums, in-person courses, and the extensive gIDE Dental Institute Library of on-demand video learning.
Above all, at the GIDE Dental Implant Center in West Los Angeles, Dr. Sascha Jovanovic continues to serve private patients directly — including celebrities, models, and public figures from around the world. Furthermore, the practice specializes in the most complex referred cases: patients with large bone and soft tissue defects or failed previous implant reconstructions.
Eight reasons the world’s most complex implant cases go to Dr. Sascha Jovanovic
From founding Guided Bone Regeneration to authoring the industry’s definitive Color Atlas of Implantology, here is why Dr. Sascha Jovanovic is considered one of the world’s most respected implant surgeons.
GBR Founder
Considered one of the founders of Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) — the technique that revolutionized bone reconstruction in modern implant dentistry.
Founder of gIDE Institute
Founder & Academic Chairman of the gIDE Institute — one of the world’s most respected sources of advanced implant dentistry education.
Past-President EAO
Past-president of the European Association for Osseointegration (EAO) — one of the highest honors in European implant dentistry.
Color Atlas Author
Author of the acclaimed textbook “Color Atlas of Implantology” published by Thieme — translated into 8 languages and used by dentists worldwide.
80+ Publications
Over 80 peer-reviewed scientific publications and book chapters shaping modern implant dentistry, GBR, and esthetic implant surgery.
Multi-Country Training
Formally trained across three specialties on two continents — UCLA (Periodontics + MS), Loma Linda (Implants), Aachen Germany (Prosthodontics).
Global Faculty
Former or current faculty at UCLA, Loma Linda, University of Aachen, Hong Kong University, Buenos Aires University, and Chulalongkorn University.
Complex Case Referrals
Above all, referred the world’s most complex implant cases — large bone/soft tissue defects, failed previous surgeries, and celebrity patients from every continent.
Where Dr. Sascha Jovanovic defines the standard
From Guided Bone Regeneration to esthetic implant reconstruction, these are the clinical areas where Dr. Sascha Jovanovic has personally shaped modern implant surgical practice.
Guided Bone Regeneration
The signature area of Dr. Jovanovic’s global authority — GBR protocols that regenerate bone at implant sites where insufficient natural bone exists for placement.
Esthetic Implant Surgery
Founder-level protocols for esthetic implant reconstruction — combining surgical precision with artistic outcome for smiles that are indistinguishable from natural teeth.
Dental Implants
Single, multiple, and full-arch dental implant placement — planned with 3D imaging and executed using evidence-based surgical protocols refined over 35+ years.
Soft Tissue Reconstruction
Advanced soft tissue grafting and reconstruction around implants and natural teeth — essential for optimal esthetics, function, and long-term implant stability.
Failed Implant Salvage
Complex management of failed previous implant procedures — one of the specialty areas that drives referrals from across the country and worldwide to his LA practice.
Full-Mouth Reconstruction
Full-mouth implant reconstruction cases — combining advanced periodontics, implant surgery, and esthetic dentistry with in-house lab collaboration.
Advanced Periodontics
Advanced periodontal care — from soft tissue plastic surgery to comprehensive treatment of gum disease — grounded in UCLA-trained clinical expertise.
Complex Case Management
Referrals for the most complex implant cases — including large bone and soft tissue defects, patients told they aren’t candidates elsewhere, and revision surgeries.
Master Clinician Training
Above all, direct mentorship of practicing dentists through the flagship gIDE/LLU 1-year Master Clinician Program — plus symposiums and hands-on courses.
Connect with Dr. Sascha Jovanovic & the gIDE ecosystem
Whether you are a patient seeking complex implant care, a dentist ready for advanced training, or curious about gIDE education — here are the best ways to engage with Dr. Sascha Jovanovic today.
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Answers to the most common questions about Dr. Sascha Jovanovic, the gIDE Institute, and his pioneering work in implant dentistry.
About Dr. Jovanovic
What are Dr. Sascha Jovanovic’s credentials?
Dr. Sascha Jovanovic holds an extraordinarily rare multi-country academic foundation: Periodontics from UCLA School of Dentistry, Implant Dentistry from Loma Linda University, Prosthodontics from the University of Aachen in Germany, and a Master of Sciences degree in Oral Biology from UCLA. Notably, he is considered one of the founders of Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR).
Why is Dr. Jovanovic called a GBR pioneer?
Dr. Sascha Jovanovic is considered one of the founders of Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) — the technique of regenerating bone at implant sites where insufficient natural bone exists for direct placement. Consequently, his research and clinical protocols have shaped how implant dentistry addresses bone deficiency worldwide. In fact, many of his GBR protocols are now standard practice taught in dental schools.
Was Dr. Jovanovic president of the EAO?
Yes. Dr. Sascha Jovanovic is a past-president of the European Association for Osseointegration (EAO) — one of the highest honors in European implant dentistry. Additionally, he served as Program Chair of the EAO 2000 scientific congress. Furthermore, he is a past-Board member of the Osseointegration Foundation (OF).
About the gIDE Institute
What is the gIDE Institute?
The gIDE Institute (Global Institute for Dental Education) is a world-renowned dental education organization founded by Dr. Sascha Jovanovic. Notably, it offers the acclaimed 1-year Master Clinician Program in Implant Dentistry with Loma Linda University, plus hands-on symposiums, live courses, and on-demand video learning that has trained thousands of dentists across every continent.
Where does Dr. Jovanovic practice?
Dr. Sascha Jovanovic practices at the GIDE Dental Implant Center in West Los Angeles, California, and leads the gIDE Institute in Santa Monica. Additionally, he continues to serve as Associate Professor at Loma Linda University and Director of the gIDE/LLU Master Clinician Program.
Does Dr. Jovanovic teach other surgeons?
Yes. Dr. Sascha Jovanovic has taught thousands of implant surgeons worldwide through the gIDE/LLU 1-year Master Clinician Program, hands-on symposiums, and on-demand video learning. Furthermore, he has been a former or current faculty member at UCLA, Loma Linda, University of Aachen, Hong Kong University, Buenos Aires University, and Chulalongkorn University.
About Publications & Services
How many publications does Dr. Jovanovic have?
Dr. Sascha Jovanovic has published more than 80 scientific articles and book chapters. Furthermore, he is the author of the acclaimed textbook “Color Atlas of Implantology” published by Thieme Publications — translated into 8 languages and used by dentists worldwide. Additionally, he has produced the “Advanced Implant Therapy” DVD and online education series.
What complex cases does Dr. Jovanovic take?
Dr. Sascha Jovanovic is regularly referred the most complex implant cases in the world — including patients with large bone and soft tissue defects, failed previous implant procedures, celebrities and public figures from around the world, and patients told they aren’t candidates elsewhere. Above all, most of these patients can be helped with long-term functioning and esthetically pleasing restorations.
Ready to work with a founder of modern implant dentistry?
Notably, Dr. Sascha Jovanovic continues to serve patients directly at the GIDE Dental Implant Center — bringing over three decades of surgical experience, international academic training, and pioneering research to every case. Therefore, take the next step toward transformative implant care today.