Continuing Education & Events

Great patient outcomes are the result of strong referral relationships, shared clinical knowledge, and a dental community that’s committed to growing together. At Tyler Oral Facial Surgery, we’re proud to invest in that community through our continuing education events.

Events Calendar

Our continuing education programs are built with the same intentionality we bring to our patient care. Whether you’re a general dentist, a specialist, or a clinical team member looking to sharpen your skills — our events offer practical, clinically relevant learning in a collegial setting.

Topics vary by event and may include:

Implant dentistry and surgical planning
Digital workflows and emerging technology
Anesthesia protocols and patient safety
Managing complex cases and multi-disciplinary patient needs

Sessions are led by experienced clinicians who teach with clarity and real-world perspective. Every program is designed to deliver insights you can bring directly back to your practice. These are more than just CE credits; these sessions bring a depth of knowledge that makes a genuine difference to your practice.

Beyond the clinical content, our events are a unique opportunity to connect. Building relationships within the dental community strengthens the referral network that ultimately serves our patients best.

We hope to see you there.

1st Annual TOFS Bowling Tournament

October 23, 2026, 12:30 PM | Green Acres Bowl (Tyler, TX)

It's time to CELEBRATE YOU!

Join us for an afternoon of fun, food, laughter, and a little friendly competition!

-Bowl with your coworkers

-Enjoy good food

-High Score Wins a Prize

-Most importantly - come have FUN!

We appreciate everything you do, and we can't wait to celebrate our amazing team!

Lace up your bowling shoes and let the games begin!

*Bowling, shoes, food, soda included. Alcohol is not included, but you're more than welcome to purchase.

Dental Implants that Go the Distance, Part III, Lindale TX

October 27, 2026, 6:00 PM | Texas Music City Grill and Smokehouse (Lindale, TX)

Tyler Longview Oral Facial Surgery is excited to welcome back Dr. Michael Forde leading "Dental Implants that Go the Distance-Hygiene, Preventative Maintenance and Conservative Treatment Plans".

Join us for a complimentary, interactive & dynamic evening of learning with Dr. Forde, Part III. Dentists and Hygienists earn 2 CE credits while enjoying a delicious dinner.

Program Summary

Maintaining good oral hygiene is crucial for the success and longevity of dental implants. Proper hygiene practices help prevent plaque buildup and bacterial infections, which can lead to peri-implant diseases such as peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis. A critical factor in making proper hygiene a simple, predictable part of every patient’s day is how we properly design and contour implant restorations. This presentation will discuss the biological rational for contouring implant restoration in a way to facilitates proper hygiene.

Learning Objectives

•Understand the etiology and incidence rate of peri-implant mucositis and implantitis

•Understand how properly planned surgery and properly contoured implant restorations can assist in preventing formation of peri-implant pathology

•Understand the ideal home care regimen recommended to promote long-term implant health

•Be able to diagnose peri-implant pathology in its early stage to intervene in the most conservative ways

•Understand the options available to surgically treat peri-implantitis and mucositis and the likelihood they will effectively treat the disease

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

6pm - 8pm

Texas Music City Grill and Smokehouse

66 Miranda Lambert Way, Lindale Tx 75771

About Dr. Forde

M I C H A E L F O R D E received his DDS from the University of Southern California and his MS in Biomedical Sciences and certificate in Prosthodontics and Maxillofacial Prosthetics from the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Forde owned a private practice limited to prosthodontics in Roseville, CA from 2008-2016. Dr. Forde was the owner of the Sacramento and Elk Grove ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers from 2015-2024. Dr. Forde was the Vice President of Clinical Affairs and later the Vice President of New Center Development for ClearChoice Management Services between 2021 and 2024. During his time in private practice and at ClearChoice, Dr. Forde restored approximately 5,000 arches of fixed full arch restorations and has leveraged that experience in helping to evolve the technique from an analog to a digital workflow.

Dr. Forde is a Fellow of the American Academy of Maxillofacial Prosthetics, a member of the Academy of Osseointegration, the Mayo Clinic Alumni Association, the California Dental Association and the American Dental Association.

For questions or more information please contact Brandy Harris.

brandy.harris@tofstyler.com (903)253-6569

Let’s Grow Together

We believe that a well-connected and well-informed dental community is one of the most powerful things we can build for the patients we all serve. Check back regularly for upcoming events, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions about our programs or our referral process. We’re always glad to hear from a colleague.