István Urban

Dr. István Urban, founder of the Urban Regeneration Institute, is one of the world’s leading oral surgeons and bone regeneration experts, known for pioneering ridge augmentation techniques and training dentists worldwide.

Global Leader in Oral Surgery, Periodontology, and Implant Dentistry

Dr. István Urban is internationally recognized as one of the top oral surgeons in the world, celebrated for his groundbreaking work in bone regeneration, ridge augmentation, and soft tissue reconstructive surgery. As founder of the Urban Regeneration Institute in Budapest, Hungary, he has dedicated over two decades to advancing surgical techniques that have transformed patient outcomes worldwide.

Academic and Professional Appointments

• Founder, Urban Regeneration Institute, Budapest (2002–present)
• Associate Professor, University of Michigan School of Dentistry (2016–present)
• Honorary Professor, University of Szeged, Hungary (2012–present)
• Assistant Professor, Loma Linda University, USA (2001–present)
• Board Member, Osteology Foundation (2014–2025)
• Member, American Academy of Periodontology (2001–present)
• Lecturer, Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Educational Background and Credentials

• PhD in Periodontology, University of Szeged (2008–2012)
• Fellowship Program in Implant Dentistry, Loma Linda University (1999–2000)
• Preceptorship in Periodontology, UCLA School of Dentistry (1998–1999)
• MD, Semmelweis University (1993–1996)
• DMD, Semmelweis University (1986–1991)
• Licensed to practice dentistry in California

This rare combination of dental, medical, and advanced surgical training has established Dr. Urban as a global authority in complex regenerative procedures.

Author and Innovator

Dr. Urban is the author of the acclaimed textbook Vertical and Horizontal Ridge Augmentation – New Perspectives and Vertical 2: The Next level of Hard and Soft Tissue Augmentation. His work introduces advanced concepts in hard and soft tissue reconstruction, influencing the way clinicians approach complex bone augmentation around dental implants.

Pioneering Techniques and Expertise

Recognized for his innovation and surgical precision, Dr. Urban has developed advanced protocols for:

• Vertical and horizontal ridge augmentation
• Complex bone grafting procedures
• Soft tissue reconstruction
• Regenerative implant dentistry
• Socket preservation and ridge preservation

Teaching and Mentorship

Through his roles at the Urban Regeneration Institute, Loma Linda University, the University of Szeged, the University of Michigan, and Harvard University, Dr. Urban has trained thousands of dentists and specialists. His teaching emphasizes surgical excellence, evidence-based decision making, and meticulous technique.

Dentists can enroll in his Advanced Bone and Soft Tissue Regeneration Courses to learn directly from his experience and refine their skills in complex regenerative procedures.

Collaboration with Geistlich

As a long-time collaborator with Geistlich, Dr. Urban integrates biomaterials such as Geistlich Bio-Oss®, Geistlich Bio-Gide®, and REGENFAST®, a regeneration booster, into his regenerative protocols. For bone harvesting, he uses precision instruments such as META® Bone Scrapers. Discover more in his exclusive video interview on REGENFAST® in the Geistlich Regeneration Academy.

Meet Dr. Urban on September 18th in Monaco