Implantology

In recent years, nothing has changed the possibilities of modern dentistry as much as dental implants. Screw-like devices made of titanium serve as artificial tooth roots. They enable fixed, new teeth in almost all cases. A crown complements the implant to form the new, artificial tooth.

Dr. Christine Berger

… is our specialist for implantology.

New Teeth? — how Does it Work?

Navigated, minimally invasive implantology: With high-tech and experience to gently inserted and sustainable dental implants. Dental implants can be imagined as artificial tooth roots that are inserted directly into the toothless jawbone. Modern implants consist of three parts: the implant body anchored in the bone, the neck (abutment) and the crown attached to it.

After a certain healing period (3–4 months), the implant should be firmly fused with the bone and thus have gained a maximum of stability under chewing load. This condition is called osseointegration. Implants must meet special requirements for biocompatibility, resilience and osseointegration. In our practice, we only use materials that perfectly meet these requirements, namely titanium and ceramic (zirconium dioxide ceramic).

Implants also increase the quality of life for denture wearers. They gain security and carefree laughter becomes a matter of course.

Preliminary Examination

At the beginning, we take a comprehensive medical history. We pay particular attention to the patient’s medication and known pre-existing conditions. This is followed by an examination of the mucous membrane, the tooth situation and the area to be implanted. X‑rays complement this examination and provide information about the jawbone and neighboring structures to be considered (such as nerves or the maxillary sinus). Finally, an impression (or a 3D scan) of the affected jaw region is made and the further procedure is discussed.

Implant Planning

In the Praxis am Kureck, each implant is planned in great detail on the computer, including the size and position. We also check whether enough jawbone is present or whether additional bone needs to be built up.

With 3D planning, a more precise assessment and thus comprehensive protection of sensitive jaw areas (e.g. nerve tracts and maxillary sinus) is possible. A bone augmentation that may be required can be avoided under certain circumstances, as the existing bone is better utilized. The 3D planning thus offers the patient a maximum of safety and provides a very accurate implant positioning.

This is how 3d Planning Works

With a three-dimensional X‑ray scanner, individual layer images of the jaw are created.
These individual images are assembled by a computer program to form a complete image. The jaw can then be seen on the monitor as a 3D image.
With special planning software, the implant is now virtually inserted on the computer and a three-dimensional template is produced on a 3D printer.

Insertion of the Implant

The preceding intensive planning significantly shortens the actual operation time. The insertion is normally a small, uncomplicated surgical procedure that is performed under local anesthesia. If necessary, the bone is built up beforehand with bone replacement material or the patient’s own bone, or the maxillary sinus is lifted with a minimally invasive procedure.

Larger procedures can also be performed under general anesthesia (by our specialist in anesthesiology) or under mild nitrous oxide sedation.