What does it really take to treat the severely atrophic maxilla – without grafting?

In this Straumann® ProTalk episode, Prof. Dr. Ed Bedrossian shares over three decades of experience in implantology, from placing his first zygomatic implant in 1995 to helping shape graftless treatment concepts.

He explains the biomechanics behind long-term success, why clinicians must always ask "why", and how to balance fundamentals with emerging digital workflows.

From being mentored by Per-Ingvar Brånemark to collaborating with his son today, this episode is a deep dive into mindset, decision-making, and the future of implant dentistry.

🎧 A must-listen for anyone working with complex implant cases.

00:00 Why mindset matters in implant dentistry
03:45 The journey into implantology
12:10 Mentorship with Brånemark
17:30 Classifications: zones and ZAGA
20:00 Biomechanics that drive success
26:40 "Immediacy" and case selection
36:30 Digital workflows: promise vs reality
49:50 What makes a great surgeon

In this episode of Straumann ProTalk, Prof. Dr. Bilal Al-Nawas joins George Raeber and Andreas Utz to explore complex implant reconstructions – from tumor and atrophic cases to treating a 90-year-old patient with a subperiosteal implant under local anesthesia. He unpacks the comeback of subperiosteal implants in the digital era, compares them with zygomatic approaches, and highlights the importance of managing complications with a self-critical mindset.

00:00 Leadership and introduction
02:06 Bilal's background and OMS perspective
06:30 Complex cases in Mainz
09:39 Elderly reconstruction case
11:54 Subperiosteal implant comeback
15:38 Zygomatic vs subperiosteal implants
18:05 Complications and long-term learnings
24:42 Leadership and clinical mindset
28:42 Digital dentistry and future innovations
34:52 ITI, education, and final insights

In this Straumann ProTalk, Prof. Dr. Samir Abou-Ayash explains why dentistry is medicine - directly linked to systemic health, immunity, and wellbeing through oral function like chewing and breathing.

He shares key insights from ITI Consensus 2023 on patient-reported outcomes, oral function, and chewing efficiency, including why overdentures can match fixed full-arch results. The episode also explores implant care in aging patients and how digital dentistry - from intraoral scanners to scannable healing abutments - is transforming workflows, while challenges like fragmented systems continue to slow adoption.

00:00 Why dentistry is medicine

06:00 Research that improves patient outcomes

21:40 ITI findings: PROMs and chewing efficiency

27:40 Implants in aging patients

31:20 Overdentures vs fixed solutions

36:30 Digital dentistry game changers

42:30 Barriers to digital workflow adoption

48:30 Engaging the next generation

59:20 Key takeaways

Clinical edition: Ti-bases as the new standard in implant prosthetics with Vincent Fehmer

In this episode of Straumann ProTalk Clinical, Christian Jarry speaks with Vincent Fehmer (University of Geneva, master dental technician and editor-in-chief of the International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry) about the growing role of titanium bases (Ti-bases) in modern implant restorations.

The discussion explores how Ti-bases enable prosthetically driven planning, efficient digital workflows between clinics and dental laboratories, and predictable restorative protocols. Vincent Fehmer also shares insights on cementation strategies, surface-treatment developments such as Variobase XC, and the clinical evidence supporting Ti-base restorations.

00:00 Why implant planning still matters

07:00 Protecting the implant interface

15:00 Digital workflows and lab collaboration

24:00 Cementation protocols and clinical delivery

31:00 Evidence and lessons from early complications

41:00 Biology, emergence profiles, and the future

🔗 Learn more from Vincent Fehmer:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vincentfehmer/

International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry - https://www.quintessence-publishing.com/deu/en/journal/international-journal-of-esthetic-dentistry-en

Fixed Restorations - https://www.quintessence-publishing.com/anz/en/product/fixed-restorations

University of Geneve - https://www.unige.ch/medecine/dentaire/presentation-de-la-cumd/de/laboratoire-odonto-technique/collaborateurstrices-du-laboratoire-odonto-technique

What does it take to challenge implantology dogma and redesign dental implants from the ground up?

In this episode of Straumann ProTalk, Dr. Ophir Fromovich shares the clinical thinking behind fully tapered implant designs, immediate loading protocols, and high primary stability concepts that have influenced modern systems such as Straumann BLX/TLX.

Driven by a mission to help patients worldwide, Dr. Fromovich explains how dissatisfaction with early implant designs led him to reverse-engineer implants, question traditional drilling protocols, and advocate for deep-thread, aggressive implant geometries designed for predictable stability - even in challenging bone conditions.

If you are interested in dental implant innovation, implant design evolution, digital dentistry, or the future of AI in oral surgery, this episode offers practical insights and strategic thinking from one of the key innovators in the field.

00:00 Relentless curiosity and early roots

02:30 Choosing dentistry and entering implantology

10:50 Challenging implant dogma and first prototypes

19:36 Clinic-driven innovation and tapered implant impact

26:05 Collaboration with Straumann: BLX, TLX, and science

34:20 Mission, humility, and advice to inventors

39:09 AI, digital workflows, and the future of implant dentistry

48:35 Straumann culture shift and closing reflections

This ProTalk episode features Professor Dr. Wael Att - perio-prosthodontist, educator, and global thought leader - whose journey from Syria to Freiburg and Boston shaped a philosophy grounded in precision, discipline, and relentless learning.

He reflects on balancing clinical practice with teaching, introducing the STAR concept for preserving key teeth in full-arch cases, and shares how rigorous mentorship in Germany, innovation in full-arch dentistry, and a critical view of AI hype shape his pursuit of excellence in modern dentistry.

What you'll hear in this episode:

00:00 – "Trash stays trash" — the mindset behind mastery

04:43 – The mentors who changed everything

11:06 – The STAR concept: a smarter full-arch strategy

17:38 – Digital hype vs. digital reality

26:04 – Robotics, automation, and the next decade

28:34 – Europe vs. US: preservation vs. efficiency

34:14 – The real key to success

In this special Straumann ProTalk Clinical episode from the International Aesthetic Days in Portugal, Dr. Algirdas Puisys explains how he defines success in posterior immediate implants - targeting a 30° emergence profile and treating 45° as a critical limit.

He shares his "aha" moment that immediate implant risk depends more on technique than timing, reflects on early mistakes with oversized implants, and discusses today's priorities: digital workflows, soft-tissue-first thinking, and conservative peri-implantitis management.

Learn more from Dr. Algirdas Puisys at AlgirdasPuisys.com.

00:00 Why immediate implants succeed (technique over timing)

00:53 Emergence profile control: 30° target vs 45° danger zone

03:31 Digital-first planning: restoration-driven 3D positioning

06:21 Healing abutment strategy: common mistakes and better options

07:52 Clinical workflow: fractured tooth to immediate implant

14:58 Evidence and evolution: technique sensitivity & digital dentistry

20:14 Clinical pearls: implant sizing, soft-tissue-first thinking & peri-implantitis

In this episode of ProTalk, Andreas and George welcome Vincent Fehmer, a renowned dental technician, to discuss the transformative changes in dental technology and the vital role of collaboration between clinicians and technicians.

Vincent shares insights from his career, including his journey from an apprentice to an opinion leader in digital prosthodontics, his work at the University of Geneva, and the challenges and opportunities in adopting new technologies like 3D printing and AI.

The conversation also covers the evolving role of dental technicians and the crucial collaboration required for successful dental outcomes.

00:38 Meet Vincent Fehmer

01:14 Vincent's Journey and Inspirations

04:42 Balancing University and Private Lab

07:16 Evolution of Dental Technology

14:28 Vincent's Superpower and Commitment

22:42 Future of Dental Technicians

28:02 The Importance of Innovative Publications

31:38 The Future of 3D Printing: Challenges and Opportunities

39:02 The Role of Dental Technicians in the Age of AI

46:52 Engaging the Next Generation of Dental Professionals

50:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts