Your specialist for dental implants

We will be happy to advise you in detail on the possibilities of modern implantology. As experts, we provide even complex dental situations with fixed teeth within one day – inexpensive, high quality and durable for your health.

Certified specialist practice for implantology

Our practice is certified as an implantology specialist practice by the German Society for Implantology(DGI) and Germany’s oldest implant society for implantology, the DGZI. We carry out almost 1,000 dental implantations and bone augmentation operations (augmentations) on an outpatient basis every year.

More quality of life with dental implants

Dental implants are an ideal replacement for missing teeth. In place of the lost tooth, the implantologist places an artificial tooth root, which after a few weeks has grown extremely firmly into the jawbone.

A dental crown, dental bridge or denture can then be attached to such a dental implant. A new tooth is created, durable and compatible.

Cost-effective and high-quality dental implants thanks to the DR. HAGER | FIIC-concept©

Dental implant restorations with a high ceramic content are a technical and biological quality feature. Thanks to our location advantage, many years of experience and the fully integrated processes of the prosthetics and dental technology departments, we can provide you with affordable dental restorations with up to 100% ceramic content.

Testimonials from our patients

Excellent
Based on 1045 reviews
Barbara Wirz
Ich bin sehr zufrieden mit dem Service bei den Zahnärztinnen und dem Service. Freundlich, angenehme Behandlung, transparent und zuvorkommend.
Irene Breiner
Ausgesprochen freundliche DH!
Klara Polzer
Problemlose Terminvergabe, Freundlichkeit trotz etwas Zuspätkommen! Sympathisches Team!
Silvan Wespi
Super Service, sehr freundliches Personal
Romina Hunziker
Bin sehr Zufrieden mit der Dentalhygienebehandlung und dem Team von Dr. Hager
M S
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Mihi
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Sehr guter Zahnarzt, empfehlenswert!
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Sehr angenehme Behandlung bei Irina.
Bin sehr zufrieden mit dem Resultat.
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Melanie Burike
Sehr zufrieden, seit Jahren Patientin.
Esther Reutimann
Die Behandlung heute war wie immer sehr gut. Ich hatte eine sehr tolle dentalhygienikerin. Irina
Heinz Anderson
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Mirjam Wyrsch
Die Dentalhygiene war sehr angenehm und die Mitarbeiterinnen sind sehr freundlich, ich komme gerne wieder.
Tobias Hesse
Sehr gute, schnelle und kompetente Beratungen und Behandlungen, sowohl bei der Zahnmedizinischen als auch bei der Prophylaxe. Ich bin sehr zufrieden!
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Alles super
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Peter Brändli
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Franciska
Personal war super nett, die Behandlung dauerte auch nicht so lange, es wurde alles erklärt und auch für zuhause super instruiert. Kann ich sehr empfehlen!
Rina Rey
Keine Wartezeit, sehr zuvorkommend und erklärt alles. Zahgefühl danach ist perfekt und die Verfärbungen sind eindeutig zurückgegangen oder wenn diese nicht so schlimm waren sogar ganz weg. Allen im allem perfekter Service mit einem exzellenten Resultat.
Ines Wauer
Sehr freundlich und einfühlsam.
Gute Beratung und Empfehlung.
Gerne wieder.
Yolanda Sproll
Bin Super zufrieden, am Anfang hatte ich 2 Implantate, nach Zehn jahren haben die nicht mehr gehalten, wollte jedoch keine neue. Habe jetzt ohne Implantat, am Anfang Probleme mit Drückstellen habe diese ignoriert obwohl unangenehm, jetzt ein Monat weiter, keine problemen mehr, habe ein sehr natürliches Aussehen. Kann Dr. Hager nur empfehlen!
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Ich war wegen meiner Zahnreinigung da, und war zufrieden.
Pascal Klappenberger
Zahnreinigung bei Irina Tip Top!
Kann ich nur weiterempfehlen
Virginia Gajic
Ich durfte eine Top Zahnreinigung erfahren. Es sind slle sehr nett und freundlich. Da mit modernen Geräten gearbeitet wird geht die Reinigung schnell und schmerzlos. Parkplätze gibt es in der Nähe. Ich werde definitiv wieder kommen und kann Dr. Hager Zahnärzte empfehlen.
David Johnson
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Problemlose Terminvergabe und sehr freundliches Personal. Bin mit dem Service sehr zufrieden und werde von nun an wiederkommen.
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Elena Ursu
I highly recommend the professionalism and the quality of the services! My teeth are so happy!
Michael Ruckstuhl
Habe eine sehr angenehme Dentalhygiene bei einer sehr sympathischen fleissigen Irina erlebt.
Trotz viel Arbeit und sicher schon ein längerer Arbeitstag hat sie mich kompetent und sehr freundliche bedient.
Danke vielmals und schöne Festtage
Komme immer wieder gerne hier her.
Estella Rong
Sehr freundliches Personal, schöne Praxis und Behandlung war exzellent. Sehr empfehlenswert!
Daniel
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RONI
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Lara Clerici
Super organisiert, qualitativ sehr gute und angenehme Behandlung
Ichwuensche Keinewerbung
Alles super
Kristián Cebic
Ich bin sehr zufrieden, habe hier meine allgemeine Kontrolle und Dentalhygiene gemacht. Nur zum weiterempfehlen!
Schmarili 2003
Alles sehr gut, sehr ausführliche Betreuung und Informationen
Anida und Manuel
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Karen Herzog
Sehr nettes Team
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Mauro Castrigno
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Paul Frädrich
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anne schnidrig
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Jeremy Mueller
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Hanna Antonia Mattes
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Egon Steinhagen
Sehr gut
Katrin E.
Ich bin seit knapp 3 Jahren hier in Behandlung und sehr zufrieden. Die Behandlungen werden immer gut und umsichtig ausgeführt und es wird darauf geachtet, dass möglichst wenig Schmerzen verursacht werden. Die Wartezeit ist immer nur kurz, wenn man einen Termin hat.
Dagmar Hug
Besten Dank! Wie immer sehr kompetent und sehr freundlich. TOP!
Sofiene Mallassi
Super 👍
Ivan Boger
Professionell
Anna K.
Ich war bei Frau A. Omerovic zur Zahnreinigung. Die Behandlung und der Service waren durchschnittlich. Beim nächsten Mal werde ich zu einer anderen Dentalhygienikerin gehen
Vincent Kraneis
Schneller und unkomplizierter Service. Termin war einfach online buchbar. Freundliches Team. Gerne wieder.
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Gerne wieder!
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Find out more about our practice in our patient interviews

I would describe Dr Hager's dental practice in three words: competent, trustworthy and very modern. After all these years, I still feel very comfortable, it's a very relaxed, familiar atmosphere. You can tell that they work well together here, from the doctor to dental hygiene to reception.
Samir Madi
Treatment: dental implant, dental crown
With Mr Hager there was an immediate sympathy, he explained everything so sympathetically, calmly, without stress and competently what is possible. He showed me that I didn't have to put up with it, but that there was another option. That you can replace your upper teeth with implants, even if you are as old as I am. I didn't have any pain during the treatment, just a slight pressure, so I was completely relaxed the whole time and therefore no longer had any anxiety. I would do it again at any time.
Irene Schneider
Treatment: dental implant, ceramic implant, anxiety patient
The treatments with Dr Hager have always gone very well. I now really enjoy coming to the dentist because the fear I had of injections has been completely taken away. It is now possible to have pain-free treatment and it no longer hurts and the fear is gone. What's great, of course, is that you go to a practice and everything takes place on site. You are examined, the laboratory, which is part of the practice, creates the dentures directly and then you get them fitted in the same place - that's great.
Walter Denzler
Treatment: dental implant, dental crown, dental bridge
As you can see, I now have a great result. I can finally laugh again. I haven't been able to laugh for a long time, I haven't met any friends. Today everything is back to normal for me, I think in hindsight it's crazy to wait so long for something like this. Now I can socialise and live normally again and I'm happy again.
Bettina Ribul
Treatment: dental implant, implant-supported prosthesis, anxiety patient
Before Dr Hager, my visits to the dentist were always very unpleasant. I always left with more pain than I came in with. During the first treatment, a wisdom tooth treatment, I was promised that I wouldn't have any pain, it was extracted and I walked out the door pain-free. I then had another periodontitis treatment, which was a complete success. At the end of my treatment, I had implants placed - now I'm finally pain-free.
Lukas Gasser
Treatment: dental implant, anxiety patient

Experienced specialists for implantology

When it comes to dental implants, experience is essential. Over the past 40 years, we at DR. HAGER have placed around 20,000 implants. This huge wealth of experience is the foundation for being able to perform even difficult cases routinely and painlessly.

Dr. med. Benjamin Hager
Specialist for dental implants
Dominik Hager
Specialist for dental implants
Dr. Michael Hager
Specialist for dental implants

When are dental implants used?

Whether just one tooth, several or even all teeth are missing, we will find the optimal solution. After a thorough examination, we draw up an individual treatment plan with a definitive time and cost schedule.

One tooth missing

A single tooth has been lost and the resulting gap can now be closed with a dental implant.

A major advantage is that the healthy neighboring teeth are not used as a bridge support and therefore do not have to be ground down. An implant is also often the better solution from an aesthetic point of view.

The implant acts as a new tooth root and heals in the bone under the gums for approx. 2 months. The white, highly aesthetic all-ceramic crown is then inserted. Our modern ceramic technology perfectly reproduces teeth without metal. A new tooth is created, the gap is closed and patients can bite firmly again from now on.

Several teeth missing

Up to 10 all-ceramic teeth can be fixed on just 4 dental implants.

If several teeth have been lost, the correct number of implants is determined by individual planning by a specialist. Decisive factors for the correct distribution of implants are the existing bone and the expected masticatory load.

A special situation arises when several molars are missing at the end of the row of teeth. In such a case, an implant is actually the only solution to support the dentures and give the patient fixed teeth again.

All teeth missing

Even if all teeth have been lost, there is a far more sensible solution than the usual complete denture.

Depending on your needs and wishes, a fixed or removable denture can be supported by dental implants. Many denture wearers complain about poor wearing comfort and painful pressure points.

Implants can provide a remedy thanks to fixed anchoring. Even a new, fixed ceramic dental arch can be attached to several implants. This brings back the former comfort of natural teeth.

All teeth missing - implant-supported prosthesis

If an all-ceramic bridge is not an option for certain reasons, there is a removable version. Here too, dental implants provide more support.

Many denture wearers complain about the poor wearing comfort of their dentures and painful pressure points. Adhesives or mechanical aids do not solve these problems permanently and satisfactorily. Implants can provide a remedy in such cases thanks to their firm anchoring to the denture. The most comfortable solution is a complete implant-supported prosthesis. Prostheses that are in good condition can usually be connected to the newly placed implants. Ask our specialists during a consultation.

Individual questions about dental implants

We will be happy to answer your individual questions during a free consultation.

Intraoral scanners: can take digital impressions of teeth and jaws. They replace conventional impression methods and offer a more precise and comfortable solution for patients.

Creation of precise digital 3D scan impressions for the fabrication of dental prostheses on ceramic and titanium implants.

How does implantation work?

Cost-effective initial examination and consultation

To begin with, we invite you to our practice for a cost-effective and detailed consultation. We will discuss all your wishes, options and risks.

Our many years of experience combined with the possibilities of modern diagnostics ensure the best possible preliminary planning of the desired procedure. Digital 3D X-rays and the innovative 3D scan show the jaw conditions very precisely and form the basis for implant planning. Using our software, we can carry out joint live planning. You will then receive a printout of a fixed time and cost plan. This helps patients to make the subsequent decision in peace at home.

The implantation

If you decide to undergo implantation at DR. HAGER, the operation is performed in the following minimally invasive steps:

  1. After local anesthesia, the available bone is measured intraoperatively using a 3D X-ray.( We also offer treatment under (anxious patients )
  2. The data obtained after pilot drilling is used to create a precisely fitting implant bed.
  3. A titanium or ceramic implant can then be anchored in the bone. This process is often surprisingly short for our patients and can only be carried out by an experienced implantologist. This gentle, fully integrated implantation technique is an advantage of our practice concept.

The healing phase

The implant now grows naturally and quickly into the bone. Patients hardly have to follow any rules, as the implant usually heals deep under the closed gum.

The healing time depends on factors such as bone quality and bone quantity. Particularly in the days following the operation, you should protect your immune system as much as possible and carry out careful oral hygiene on the closed wound.

After around two months, your bone has firmly integrated the implant and can be digitally scanned precisely and easily with a 3D scan at the next appointment. The in-house master laboratory then uses this 3D impression to produce the highly esthetic ceramic crowns.

The crown is inserted

After the implant has healed and firmly fused with the bone, the in-house master laboratory has produced the ceramic teeth in our dental laboratory, the specialist can now firmly insert the highly esthetic dental crown onto the implant.

In order to be able to offer patients a long-lasting solution, our dental technicians painstakingly produce these new ceramic teeth by hand with high precision and using biologically certified materials especially for each patient.

Follow-up care in the form of regular dental hygiene appointments at our clinic ensures that the result is sustainable.

“The treatment procedure for an implantation depends on many factors. Bone quality and bone quantity are important pillars of a successful implantation. The use of our 3D X-ray machine is part of our standard procedure for all implantations. Three-dimensional imaging allows us at DR. HAGER | Zahnärzte are able to perform fully navigated implantation. This offers our patients maximum safety and ensures high success rates and our high standards for the benefit of our patients.”

Dominik Hager

Dentist and DGZI award-winning specialist in implantology

Safe drilling in the bone thanks to navigated implantology

Precise, safe, gentle.

To plan the procedure, a computerized tomographic image (“ConeBeam CT”, “DVT”) of the jaw is taken with a prepared template at our clinic. This makes comprehensive planning possible: the type, size and best location of the future implants are planned in advance in three dimensions with computer support. During the surgical session, the implants are guided through a template and placed exactly in the intended position. Immediately afterwards – in the sense of immediate loading (see above) – a previously fabricated temporary or even final denture can be inserted. This is clearly the fastest type of restoration, and the enthusiasm in the media is correspondingly high.

Biocompatible materials

The use of biological therapy solutions is becoming increasingly important in dentistry, and the DR. HAGER | dentists are pioneers in this development and have been focusing on holistic biological therapies for over 35 years. Our approaches not only take esthetics and function into account, but also place a special focus on the compatibility and health of our patients. We understand the importance of the biological regenerative power of bone and gum tissue for the healing process of implants, for example, and use this knowledge for your optimal biological treatment.”

Your health and well-being are our top priority. We are able to offer biological dentistry thanks to the treatment and manufacturing processes that only take place in our clinic.

Comprehensive initial examinations at a reasonable price, including a personal treatment folder with a fixed price offer

In a non-binding consultation, you will find out which treatments are necessary for you. At our practices in Konstanz and Bietingen near Schaffhausen, we offer complete solutions including dental implants and dentures. With our experience from over 50,000 treated patients, we will create a treatment plan tailored to your needs. This offer comes with a price guarantee.

You will be informed about the treatment steps, risks, costs and duration of treatment. 3D scans, photos and X-ray images illustrate the treatment process and are included in the printed treatment folder.

Initial examination + free fixed price offer.
This is how dentists work today.

The X-ray image supports the planning of implants. Nowadays, extremely safe navigated implantology is possible in order to protect important anatomical structures.

What does a dental implant cost?

An implant at DR. HAGER | Zahnärzte from 1200 and 1700 euros. In combination with a ceramic crown, it costs between 2800 and 3100 euros. We only use implants from the two largest implant manufacturers in the world: Straumann and Camlog.
Implants made of the biological material ceramic cost between 1400 and 1900 euros.

You will be informed of the exact costs at your first consultation. In addition, we at DR. HAGER | Zahnärzte we offer the advantage of a fixed price guarantee for every treatment plan. No hidden costs with full cost control.

Make an appointment now so that we can make you a non-binding and free offer after a detailed initial examination:

Various surgical procedures in detail

Many paths lead to the goal. This is also the case in dentistry. The many different surgical and insertion procedures for implants have proven to be successful to this day.

However, it is becoming increasingly difficult for patients to keep track of the various surgical procedures for dental implants. The following overview is intended to provide you with an overview of the usual procedures in modern implantology:

Implantology can reliably restore lost teeth. The dentist inserts a new tooth root into the jawbone within a one-hour treatment. The screw-shaped tooth root made of titanium or ceramic must be completely sunk into the bone, so there must be a sufficient amount of bone. In patients with sufficient bone, the implant can be placed directly. If there is a lack of bone, the dentist must first build up the bone. This usually prolongs the healing of the bone by 2-6 months. Bone augmentation can be carried out using various techniques such as the use of autologous bone or synthetic materials to create the necessary stability for the implant. Both approaches offer long-term solutions for the desired tooth replacement and help to restore the functionality and aesthetics of the dentition.

Immediate restoration or immediate implant placement refers to the process in which a tooth is removed in a single session and an implant is then immediately inserted. As a rule, the resulting gap is also immediately filled with a temporary restoration. This method can also be used for dental accidents. Immediate restoration is usually used for unsightly, visible gaps in the front teeth. This means that the gap is closed immediately after treatment.

Immediate loading in implantology makes it possible to load dental implants with a functional temporary crown or bridge immediately after placement. This method offers the advantage that patients regain full chewing function and an esthetic smile in one day. Immediate loading requires a stable jawbone and optimal positioning of the implant. The risk-benefit ratio must be carefully weighed up by the dentist and the patient. We often use immediate loading for large bridge restorations on several ceramic implants. The patient is carefully informed by our competent staff. This minimizes the risk of loss.

Implantation with CT-based navigation is a modern technique that enables precise and minimally invasive dental implantation. A detailed 3D model of the jawbone is created using computer tomography (CT) images. Based on the data obtained, the dentist can plan the optimal position and alignment of the implant. During the procedure, a navigation-based system is used to guide the surgeon in real time and ensure that the implant is placed exactly where planned. This method increases accuracy and reduces the risk of complications, leading to better results for patients.

About the dental practices
DR. HAGER in Konstanz
and Bietingen

40 years ago, in 1983, Dr. Ingeborg and Dr. Michael Hager founded their dental practice to offer patients from the border region of Switzerland and Germany high-quality dental care at fair prices.

Today, their sons, dentists Benjamin and Dominik Hager, run the practices together with a team of over 50 employees. A great deal of commitment is invested in research and optimizing the treatment concept.

We look forward to seeing you!

Are you looking for advice and professional treatment? Would you like to know which treatment is right for you? We will be happy to advise you and help you further.

The easiest way to do this is to book your appointment online.

and the entire Dr Hager team

Frequently asked questions about dental implants

Long-term studies show that the success rate of implants after 10 years is over 90% on average. The prerequisite for this is professional execution and careful planning of the operation. With good health, regular dental hygiene, check-ups and conscientious home care, implants can now last a lifetime.

An implant at DR. HAGER | Zahnärzte from 1200 and 1700 euros. In combination with a ceramic crown, it costs between 2800 and 3100 euros. We only use implants from the two largest implant manufacturers in the world: Straumann and Camlog.

Implants made of the biological material ceramic cost between 1400 and 1900 euros.

Every patient needs dentures that are adapted to their individual oral situation. We will discuss the costs with you in a personal consultation and you will receive a cost plan. The fixed price stated there will definitely not be exceeded. In this way, the costs remain clear and can be used for the important decision-making process. A good decision takes time.

A high degree of care and specialized training of the surgeon is required here. Good planning of the procedure, if necessary with the help of three-dimensional tomographic images, is particularly important. Modern equipment in the operating room, e.g. with digital real-time X-rays for X-ray images during the procedure, also increases surgical precision and thus ensures greater safety.

The implantation takes place under local anesthesia, so you will not feel anything during the operation. Only slight discomfort usually occurs after the operation, but this usually subsides in the first few days after the procedure.

Implant-supported teeth give you a completely natural mouth feel when talking, eating and laughing. You hardly notice any difference.

As a rule, you can chew on the implant after 2-3 months. Healing only takes approx. 6 months if bone augmentation is involved.

So-called rejection does not occur. However, inflammation can occur around the implant, particularly if it is not cared for properly, meaning that the implant has to be removed in particularly unfavorable cases.

After the dental implants have been inserted, slight swelling and minor pain may occur. Nevertheless, most patients are able to return to work the next day.

The implantation takes between 30 min. and 2½ hours.

If you previously had a removable denture, you can usually continue to wear it after a small adjustment. Otherwise, the gap is closed with a temporary restoration. Under certain conditions, this can be attached to the implants immediately – as a so-called long-term temporary restoration.

Long-term studies show that the success rate of implants after 10 years is over 90% on average. The prerequisite for this is professional execution and careful planning of the operation. With good health, regular dental hygiene, check-ups and conscientious home care, implants can now last a lifetime.

Implants usually have to heal for 2-3 months before they can be chewed on again. If bone augmentation is necessary beforehand, healing takes approx. 6 months. However, you do not have to spend this time without teeth: If you previously had a removable denture, you can usually continue to wear it after a small adjustment. Otherwise, the gap is closed with a temporary denture. Under certain conditions, this can be attached to the implants immediately – as a so-called long-term temporary restoration.

In principle, dental implants can be inserted at almost any age. Exceptions are children and adolescents who are still in the growth phase. Implants in this phase would influence jaw growth and consequently lead to less than optimal results.

Treat your new teeth as if they were your old ones. You should clean implants regularly with a toothbrush and generally ensure good oral hygiene.

The above-mentioned procedures and some other techniques make it possible to insert temporary dentures immediately onto the implants that have just been inserted. This is possible if the bone situation is favorable, i.e. if bone augmentation is not necessary and the bone is sufficiently firm. However, it is still absolutely necessary to consciously protect the dentures for 8 weeks. After this healing period, the fabrication of the final prosthesis is then started and completed after a further 2 weeks.

As you will have noticed, as with all medical treatments, there are many aspects to be weighed up in each individual case, especially in the complex field of implantology. Surgical considerations and the design of the implant-supported prosthesis must be brought together. Dental soundness and long-term care must be guaranteed. A detailed, competent consultation is also particularly important. All the treatment options mentioned are discussed for comprehensive treatment planning. With us, all options are available to you. All treatment steps take place on our premises and are implemented by our team.

It should be borne in mind that the emphatically fast restoration with implant-supported dentures often gives up some of the advantages of the conventional technique: safe freedom from bacteria, predictable aesthetics, better anchoring due to the possibility of bone augmentation. Especially in the case of teeth that have been destroyed by severe bacterial infestation, implantation in the still heavily infected wound is risky.

Depending on your wishes, we can place ceramic or titanium implants in any case; certification and many years of experience with various systems ensure your safety. It should be noted that almost all ceramic implants currently available are “one-piece”, i.e. they protrude about 5mm into the oral cavity after insertion, but must not be loaded under any circumstances. This places high demands on the patient’s attention and cooperation during the healing period. Especially if bone augmentation was necessary. This will improve in the near future. We are currently developing a two-part ceramic implant that heals under the mucous membrane. Only after the healing period is it loaded in the oral cavity – like a titanium implant. With the two-piece ceramic implants that have recently been introduced, the connection between the “two parts” of the abutment and the implant is the critical point. There is not yet much experience with long-term loading here.