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For the 20 th time, the European Consensus Conference (EuCC), under the auspices of the BDIZ EDI, has produced a guideline on a current topic in implant treatment. In 2025, the paper from 2019 was updated. It contains new findings backed up by scientific studies. In view of demographic change, it is important that the management of diseases is also brought up to the latest scientific standards for implant therapy...
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EuCC recommendations on complications in implant treatment—20th European Consensus Conference (EuCC) updates its guideline
Anita Wuttke
The aim of the 2025 guideline of the 20th European Consensus Conference (EuCC) under the auspices of BDIZ EDI is to prevent complications and, if they do occur, to treat them correctly in order to improve the patient outcome. The new eight-page paper is intended to serve as a recommendation for implantologists on how deal with complications.
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The anniversary edition of the Expert Symposium took place on 2 March 2025, once again at the Pullman Hotel in the carnival stronghold, Cologne. The event brought together experts in oral implantology for the 20th time. BDIZ EDI President Christian Berger and Prof. Joachim E. Zöller jointly welcomed the participants, whose overarching theme was “Compli- cations in implantology—why did it happen?”
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Every year, BDIZ EDI organises its annual Expert Symposium in Cologne. To mark the 20th anniversary of the Expert Symposium, three dentists successfully passed the examination to become European Experts in Implantology (EDA).
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A role model and pioneer—Obituary: Dr Jürgen Weitkamp
Christian Berger on behalf of the BDIZ EDI Board
It is with great sadness that we remember Jürgen Weitkamp, Dr med, Dr med dent. President of the German Dental Association from 2000 to 2008 and recipient of the Federal Cross of Merit, First Class. He passed away on 30 January 2025 at the age of 86 after a short but serious illness.
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BDIZ EDI was present as usual with new publications that interested visitors could take away free of charge—including the new Guideline on complications in oral implantology. Many VIPs were present at our booth in Hall 11.2: Dr Gregory Chadwick, FDI President; Prof. Roman Šmucler, President of the Czech Dental Association; Dr Hrvoje Pezo, President of the Croatian Dental Association and his delegation; Prof. Christoph Benz, President of the German Dental Association; and many guests from Europe and around the world...
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135,000 visitors from 156 countries, an increase in visitor numbers of more than 15 per cent, a high level of internationality, quality and motivation on the part of both exhibitors and visitors – these are the key figures for IDS 2025.
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Qualification forexperienced implantologists—Certifi cation as an EDA Expert in Implantology
Anita Wuttke
For many years, BDIZ EDI has been catering to experienced and well-versed oral implantologists by offering the certification exam for EDA Expert in Implantology. Jointly with the European Dental Association (EDA), BDIZ EDI regularly invites interested dentists to take the certification exam, which we would like to present in this article.
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The European Association of Dental Implantologists (BDIZ EDI) has published an English edition of its implant maintenance brochure. In easy-to-understand language, the brochure entitled “Implants—longer-lasting and longer beautiful” offers well-illustrated instructions and general information about oral health.
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18th European Symposium in Stockholm—Save the date: 21 June 2025
Christian Berger President, BDIZ ED
BDIZ EDI is organizing its 18th European Symposium, focusing on professional exchange within Europe. Demosthenes (384 to 322 BCE) already knew that “the starting point for the greatest undertakings often lies in barely perceptible opportunities”.
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The theme of the 33rd International Expert Symposium on Regenerative Procedures in Dentistry in 2024 was “Surgical and Prosthetic Complications”. Registration is now open for the 34th Expert Symposium on Fuerteventura. Date: 24 to 31 October 2025.
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Important German dentists in Prague—History of German-Czech relations in the 19th and 20th centuries
Otakar Brazda
This article is dedicated to important personalities in dentistry who worked at the German Faculty of Medicine in Prague. This faculty was created by the division of the University of Prague by a law from February 1882, which stipulated that the former Karl Ferdinand University in Prague was to be divided into a Czech and a German university from the 1882/1883 academic year onwards. This brought to an end the negotiations on the Czech demand that university lectures in Prague be held in Czech. Emperor Franz Joseph I finally chose this solution from several possibilities by imperial decree.
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Unexpected decision by the ECJ—Does the prohibition of third-party ownership for medical and dental practices derive from European law?
Prof. Thomas Ratajczak
On 19 December 2024, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) delivered a landmark judgment in a case concerning the prohibition of third-party ownership of law firms in Germany, which was unexpected following the Advocate General’s previous vote (case C-295/23). The ban on third-party ownership is valid under European law.
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Rehabilitation of severe maxillary ridge atrophy with short mandibular implants—15-year follow-up clinical case
Dr Eduardo Anitua, Spain
Oral implantology has experienced significant development in recent decades, offering increasingly effective and less invasive solutions for the rehabilitation of patients with bone atrophies.1–3 In our practice, we frequently observe cases of vertical, horizontal, and mixed bone atrophies that require advanced techniques for their rehabilitation using dental implants.4, 5 Sur- gical and rehabilitative techniques for the maxilla and mandible have evolved con- siderably, adopting a minimally invasive approach in line with other medical disci- plines.6, 7 Procedures that were considered innovative just a decade ago have now become standard in daily clinical practice...
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Immediate implant placement using the Socket Shield Technique—A contemporary approach in preserving buccal structures
Dr Jörg-Martin Ruppin, Germany
Following an initial surge in popularity during the late 1990s, the concepts of immediate implant placement and immediate provisionalisation have regained significant attention in clinical practice. From a patient-centered perspective, these protocols offer numerous advantages—including shortened treatment times, fewer surgical interventions, reduced postoperative morbidity, and improved comfort through fixed interim restorations.
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Fully guided immediate implant restoration in the aesthetic zone—Six-year case report
Dr Guilherme Moreira, Brazil
Dental implants have become a reliable option for replacing missing teeth due to their high clinical success rate. Over the years, advancements in implant technology and surgical techniques have significantly improved patient outcomes.1 One of the notable advancements is immediate implant placement, developed to address the traditionally lengthy treatment times associated with conventional implant protocols.2 Immediate implant placement offers the advantage of reducing overall treatment duration and minimising the number of surgical interventions required.
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The European Academy for Ceramic Implantology (EACim) proudly announces its 4th Annual Congress, set to take place in the dynamic and culturally rich city of Madrid on 13 and 14 June 2025. This highly anticipated event will once again bring together pioneers, innovators, and leading voices in advanced ceramic implantology for two transformative days of cutting-edge science, groundbreaking research, and meaningful collaboration.
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EuroPerio11 isn’t just the premier event in periodontology and implant dentistry, it’s an unmatched opportunity to explore the latest scientific developments, innovative treatments, and important connections between oral health and overall health. Whether you cover health, science, or technology, EuroPerio11 will provide fresh, newsworthy content for your audience.
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Only the facts matter: Under the theme “Facts of Ceramic Implants Part III,” the European Society for Ceramic Implantology (ESCI) invites clinicians, implantologists, and researchers to the highly anticipated third edition of this prestigious event. The 3rd European Congress for Ceramic Implantology will take place from 25 to 27 September 2025, in Horgen/Zurich, Switzerland, offering a premier platform for the exchange of cutting-edge scientific advancements and clinical breakthroughs in ceramic implantology.
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botiss biomaterials once again demonstrated its commitment to dental innovation during the IDS 2025 in Cologne. By orchestrating hyaluronic acid and magnesium, botiss is driving the next generation of regenerative tools that harmonise with the body’s own healing potential.
