![Pinhole Course in Los Angeles with Dr John Chao Pinhole Course in Los Angeles with Dr John Chao](https://clinicapadros.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Curso-Los-Ángeles-Pinhole-con-Dr.-John-Chao-Clínica-Padrós-690x517.jpg)
The first week of December, we’ve moved to Los Angeles, California, USA, in order to learn a new surgical technique, from its inventor and developer, Dr. John Chao.
Many circumstances can cause gum recession: thin gums, displaced teeth, bruxism, periodontal problems, incorrect teeth brushing technique, etc.
![Dra. Jennifer Martin attending Dr. John Chao's explanations during the Pinhole course in Los Angeles Dra. Jennifer Martin attending Dr. John Chao's explanations during the Pinhole course in Los Angeles](https://clinicapadros.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Curso-Los-Ángeles-Pinhole-con-Dr.-John-Chao-Clínica-Padrós-1.jpg)
When your gums recede, they uncover part of the roots of your teeth, which can lead to unaesthetic look, increased wear, increased risk of root decay, higher teeth sensitivity to cold and hot drinks, etc. Also, the more your gums recede, the higher the risk of having further periodontal problems.
Until now, the only way of recovering a receding gum, was through complex surgical techniques using grafts taken from the palate. From now on, and for the first time in Spain, we offer you the “Pinhole Surgical Technique”.
![Dr. Jennifer Martin and Dr. Esteve Padrós following the explanations of Dr. John Chao during the Pinhole course in Los Angeles Dr. Jennifer Martin and Dr. Esteve Padrós following the explanations of Dr. John Chao during the Pinhole course in Los Angeles](https://clinicapadros.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Curso-Los-Ángeles-Pinhole-con-Dr.-John-Chao-Clínica-Padrós-2.jpg)
This procedure allows us to cover the receding gums, recovering its original shape. The Pinhole technique lets us rejuvenate your gums and cover any exposed root without using grafts, scalpels, incisions or sutures. The result can be seen from the very first moment, the post-op is comfortable, and we improve the health of your gums and the esthetics of your smile in a safe, predictable and stable way.
The technique requires a special set of instruments, which are specifically designed for this procedure.
![Drs Josep Lluís Padrós, Esteve Padrós and Dr. Jennifer Martín in the Pinhole course in Los Angeles Drs Josep Lluís Padrós, Esteve Padrós and Dr. Jennifer Martín in the Pinhole course in Los Angeles](https://clinicapadros.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Curso-Los-Ángeles-Pinhole-con-Dr.-John-Chao-Clínica-Padrós-3.jpg)
The course, which was extremely well organized, allowed us to get the certification on the technique, practice it wisely and also allowed us to share our experiences with Dr. Chao’s staff team and with many professionals from different parts of the world.
Take this opportunity, we decided to visit the Zion Park and the Death Valley desert, sharing great moments outside the dental clinic.
![Drs Josep Lluís Padrós, Esteve Padrós and Dr. Jennifer Martín visiting the Zion Park Nature Park Drs Josep Lluís Padrós, Esteve Padrós and Dr. Jennifer Martín visiting the Zion Park Nature Park](https://clinicapadros.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Los-Drs.-Josep-Lluís-Padrós-Esteve-Padrós-y-la-Dra.-Jennifer-Martín-de-visita-en-el-parque-natural-Zion-Park.jpg)
![Drs Josep Lluís Padrós, Esteve Padrós and Dr. Jennifer Martín visiting the Death Valley Desert Drs Josep Lluís Padrós, Esteve Padrós and Dr. Jennifer Martín visiting the Death Valley Desert](https://clinicapadros.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Los-Drs.-Josep-Lluís-Padrós-Esteve-Padrós-y-la-Dra.-Jennifer-Martín-de-visita-en-el-desierto-Death-Valley.jpg)