Pinhole Academy

Interested in learning more about Pinhole Surgical Technique?

Join Dr. John Chao, DDS, MAGD, inventor of PST, for a live introductory webinar on the Scalpel-free, Suture-free, minimally invasive approach to treating Gum Recession.

This session is designed for doctors who want to learn more about PST, clinical applications, and how the technique may fit into their practice.

📅 Tuesday, July 7th, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM PST
💻 Live Webinar
🔗 Register now — https://form.jotform.com/261627492240052
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Case Study | 19-Year Follow-Up

Nineteen years later, the treated areas continue to show maintained gum coverage and a natural-looking gumline.

Individual results may vary.

Case Study | Nearly 2-Year Follow-Up

Pinhole® Surgical Technique
Areas treated: Upper and lower anterior teeth
Procedure date: 8/12/24

At follow-up, the treated areas continue to show improved gum coverage and a healthy, natural-looking gumline.

Individual results may vary.

5-Year Clinical Observation | Pinhole® Surgical Technique

Pre-operative and five-year post-operative photographs documenting treatment of gingival recession with the Pinhole® Surgical Technique.

At this long-term follow-up, the treated area demonstrates maintained gingival margin position, favorable soft-tissue contour, and healthy-appearing tissue architecture.

Long-term stability remains an important clinical benchmark when evaluating soft-tissue treatment outcomes.