Jace Hanen, MS and Brad Townsend DDS, are certified to perform the Pinhole® Surgical Technique in Boise, Idaho

Pinhole® breakthrough treatment offers patients an easier, minimally invasive option to correct gum recession. 

The Pinhole® Surgical Technique/ Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation® invented and patented by John Chao, D.D.S., is a scalpel-free, suture-free procedure for treating gum recession.

This procedure is performed by making small holes with a needle in the gum tissue. Using specially designed instruments, the gum tissue is loosened and guided over the receded part of the tooth. Since there is no incision or suturing, patients can expect minimal post-operative symptoms (pain, swelling and bleeding). Most patients also are pleasantly surprised by the instant cosmetic improvement. 

To learn more about the Pinhole® Surgical Technique, please contact our office.

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• MS - University of Louisville (2007 – 2010) - Masters in Oral Biology Certificate in Periodontics 

• DMD - University of Louisville, Louisville, KY (2003 – 2007) - School of Dentistry

• BA - Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID (2000-2003)

Education

• MS - University of Louisville (2007 – 2010) - Masters in Oral Biology Certificate in Periodontics

• DMD - University of Louisville, Louisville, KY (2003 – 2007) - School of Dentistry

• BA - Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID (2000-2003)

• Board Certification 2013 

• High School: Pocatello High School, Pocatello, ID

• American Academy of Periodontology meeting 2010

• Nobel Active course April 2008

• Academy of Osseointegration meeting 2009, 2011

• Internal Medicine Rotation, University of Louisville Hospital. May 2008

• Anesthesiology Rotation, University of Louisville Hospital. June 2008

• Waterlase Course Certification 2007, 2012

• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry 2004

• LANAP - Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry 2015, 2016

• Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique 2017

Academic Accomplishments: 
 

• Awarded the ASISU scholarship in 2002 from Idaho State University.

• Successful completion of National Board Part I and II.

• Successful completion of the Western Regional Examination Board.

• Quintessence award certificate of merit in recognition of academic achievement in periodontics during dental school.

Academic Positions: 
 

• Clinical Teaching Assistant, Clinical Periodontology Course, 2008 and 2009.

• Clinical supervision and training for the dental students 2008 and 2009.

Professional Affiliations: 
 

• American Dental Association, 2003 – present

• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry – 2004 – 2006

• American Academy of Periodontology, 2007 – present

• Academy of Osseointegration, 2009 – present

• Secretary for the Southwestern Idaho Dental Society (SWIDS), 2011-2013

Hobbies: 

I enjoy outdoor activities such as water and snow skiing, tennis, golf, and fishing. My two boys, Landon (10 years old) and Kian (7 year old), and my daughter, Cadence 4), keep my wife and I very busy and very happy. 
 

Meet, Brad Townsend, DDS

Pinhole® Surgical Technique Certified Dentist in Boise, Idaho

Dr. Brad Townsend joined our practice in January 2016. Dr. Townsend is very skilled in all aspects of periodontics and dental implants. Dr. Townsend has been certified in Iowa since 1980, Colorado since 1985 and, California since 2007 and Idaho 2016 He has had the opportunity to be the Adjunct Assistant Professor for both the department of Periodontics and Family Dentistry at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry as well as speaking at many continuing education programs on categories such as: Guided Tissue Regeneration and Gingival Grafting, Implant Surgery, Periodontal Plastic Surgical Procedure, and Periodontal Medicine. He holds memberships in the American Dental Association, American Dental Society of Anesthesia, American Academy of Periodontology and the Christian Periodontal Society. Dr. Townsend enjoys spending his time traveling, being a grandparent, Gideons, and many church activities.