What is Piezosurgery?
What is Piezosrugery? Piezo-electric bone surgery is a true revolutionary technique for minimally invasive surgery that is recently gaining popularity in Implantology, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics and Periodontology. How can Dr. Cris Piessens help you with piezosurgery? Dr. Cris Piessens has invested in the W&H Piezomed® which employs state-of-the-art ultrasound technology. High frequency microvibrations enable to […]
PRF (Platelet Rich Fibrin)
Dr. Cris Piessens is trained in the use of PRF (Platelet Rich Fibrin), a technique which consists in the centrifugation of the patient’s natural blood that allows obtaining fibrin membranes enriched with platelets and growth factors that will help accelerate bone and gum healing during dental implant and bone grafting procedures or even extractions with […]
DENTAL IMPLANTS FAQ’S
How much does it cost? Having an implant treatment is an investment in your future and quality of life. Having new teeth that feel like your own is a highly valued experience. It’s a great and yet affordable treatment that will save you from other dental expenses in the future. More accessible than you imagine, check prices on the […]
UK AND PORTUGAL: A BOND OF TRUST, FRIENDSHIP, AND HEALTHY TEETH.
What do we value most when we think about undergoing dental treatment or implant surgery? In addition to the best value for money, we also seek trust. Now, what kind of people do we trust most throughout our lives? Who do we turn to when we need support, no matter what time it is? The answer: our […]
WHEN THE DENTIST AND THE PATIENT ARE ON THE SAME TEAM.
Anxiety, doubts, and fear. As dark as they can be, such feelings do not exist only when we see a thriller or when misfortune strikes our lives. They are also common among many dentistry patients. And, no – as much as we would love to, we are not joking. Even though we live in the 21st century, bad […]
PORTUGAL AND UK: TWO COUNTRIES A SMILE AWAY FROM EACH OTHER.
Weeks and months waiting for an NHS appointment; news about the growing risk of an undersupply of dentists; a set of heavy expenses to bear, especially when treatments are complex; and too many doubts about how the post-Brexit future will turn out. For those who live in the UK, none of these phrases are new. […]
CRIS PIESSENS
Speaking of dental surgeon Cris Piessens is to make reference to one of the most notable names in the history of European dental implant surgery. A quick read of the high points of his career would be sufficient to certify the value of a truly unique life course. After earning a degree in dental surgery from the Université […]
DENTAL IMPLANTS
Dental implants are basically comprised of three parts: base, connector and crown. In this article we are concentrating on each part as we discuss their function and material. The base of an implant is a small screw or cylinder embedded into the patient’s bone. The base is usually made of biocompatible titanium due to the […]
DENTAL IMPLANTS: INTRODUCTION
Many people suffer from tooth loss all over the world due to numerous causes such as tooth decay, periodontal disease, or even injuries. Throughout history some solutions were presented to manage these problems, they date back to approximately 2500 BC when ancient Egyptians used a ligature wire of gold in order to stabilize their teeth. […]
NEW TEETH FOR OLD?
Have you ever looked in the mirror and wished your teeth did not let you down? Or gone out for a meal, only to realise that some of the tempting dishes on the menu are not for you because you are worried that your dentures might not cope? Perhaps you have thought about getting something […]
