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PhD in Oral Pathobiology and MSc in Oral Surgery, with more than 20 years of experience in the field.

World leading Oral Surgeon and Researcher in Bone Regeneration. International Lecturer and Mentor in Oral Surgery, Implantology and Bone Grafting.

23/09/2026

I’m very pleased to be presenting our research at the 33rd EAO Congress in Lisbon, taking place from 24–26 September 2026.

Our e-poster, Poster 621, is titled:

“Histological and Histomorphometric Evaluation of a Silicate-Substituted Beta-Tricalcium Phosphate Putty in Alveolar Ridge Preservation: A Case Series.”

This work explores the histological and histomorphometric response to a silicate-substituted β-tricalcium phosphate putty used for alveolar ridge preservation, with the aim of better understanding the quality and characteristics of the regenerated tissue.

For me, research is essential to clinical practice. Understanding the biological mechanisms helps us make better decisions and develop more predictable treatment protocols for our patients.

Looking forward to sharing our work, exchanging ideas with colleagues from around the world, and enjoying a few days in beautiful Lisbon. 🇵🇹

11/09/2026

From implant placement to soft-tissue shaping — in one surgical step.

This case presented with a resorbed ridge and a compromised buccal contour.

- Following our established clinical protocols, the implant was placed in the optimal prosthetically-driven position.
- The buccal aspect was simultaneously augmented using synthetic PLA/b-TCP Powerbone Flex.
- A Cervico Anatomical Healing Abutment was placed at the same surgical appointment.

The objective is not simply to place the implant, but to begin shaping the peri-implant soft tissues from the moment of implant placement.

Implant placement.
Buccal augmentation.
Immediate soft-tissue shaping.

To read more, check out our article published in the EDI Journal:
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07/09/2026

I am truly honoured and grateful to have been invited to speak at the 32nd National Conference of the Indian Society of Oral Implantologists (ISOI 2026) in Hyderabad, India.

It was a great privilege to share my lecture:

“From Grafting to Biological Reconstruction: A System-Based Model for Peri-Implant Hard and Soft Tissue Management.”

Speaking in front of such a wonderful audience and sharing ideas with colleagues from India and around the world was a truly memorable experience.

The warmth, hospitality and enthusiasm I experienced throughout my time in India have been simply incredible. 🇮🇳❤️

A sincere thank you to the Indian Society of Oral Implantologists, the organising committee, BlueM, and everyone who made this experience possible. 🙏🇮🇳

04/09/2026

I am very honoured and excited to be speaking at the 32nd National Conference of the Indian Society of Oral Implantologists (ISOI 2026) in Hyderabad! 🇮🇳🦷

This year’s conference brings together clinicians, researchers, and innovators under the inspiring theme:

“Regenerate, Restore, Rehabilitate in the Digital Era.”

I will be sharing my lecture:

“From Grafting to Biological Reconstruction: A System-Based Model for Peri-Implant Hard and Soft Tissue Management.”

I am very much looking forward to meeting colleagues and friends from India and around the world, exchanging ideas, and being part of what promises to be an exceptional scientific event.

See you in Hyderabad! 🙏🇮🇳✨

22/08/2026

On the 29th of August 2026, I will have the pleasure of delivering a full-day BlueM Masterclass in Kathmandu, Nepal.

The day will be built around one central question:
How can we make implant treatment more predictable by understanding and managing the biological system — rather than treating individual problems in isolation?

We will explore four interconnected aspects of modern implantology and oral surgery:

🔹 The Implant Success System — integrating biology, mechanics and clinical decision-making.
🔹 Topical Oxygen Therapy — new strategies for controlling bacterial biofilms and enhancing healing.
🔹 Bone Grafting & Synthetic Biomaterials — understanding the biology of bone quality and the evolution of modern grafting materials.
🔹 Peri-Implant Soft Tissue Topography — reconstructing and conditioning the soft tissues for long-term implant stability.

These are not four separate topics. They are interacting parts of the same biological and clinical system.

From diagnosis and decision-making, to bacterial control, hard-tissue reconstruction and soft-tissue conditioning — predictable implant therapy requires us to think about the whole system.

I am looking forward to sharing a full day of science, clinical experience, discussion and, hopefully, plenty of interaction with colleagues in Nepal.

🇳🇵 See you in Kathmandu!

04/08/2026

Two-year follow-up – Standardised protocol

Two years after implant rehabilitation of a missing maxillary premolar, the outcome remains stable, healthy and aesthetically pleasing.

This case followed a standardised biological and digital workflow, including:
• Digital treatment planning
• Guided implant placement
• Osteoinductive synthetic bone grafting (Powerbone Dental Putty)
• Chairside customised anatomical healing abutment (VPI Cervico)
• Topical oxygen therapy for bacterial control and enhanced soft tissue healing (BlueM)
• Careful development of peri-implant soft tissue architecture
• Silver-containing sealer for the prosthetic canal of the customised abutment and the final restoration (SilverPlug).

Long-term success is achieved when every stage of treatment—from planning and surgery to prosthetic design and maintenance—is performed according to sound biological principles.

14/07/2026

At the beginning of the year, I shared this immediate implant case, in which a digital workflow and guided surgery were combined with a regenerative, biologically driven treatment protocol.

The comparative CBCT images show the pre-operative digital implant planning on the left and the clinical situation 6 months after loading on the right.

The close correspondence between the virtually planned and final implant position highlights the precision and predictability of the guided surgical workflow.

Equally important, the synthetic silicate β-TCP (Powerbone Dental Putty) used to graft the jumping gap at the time of immediate implant placement supported the regeneration of adequate labial bone volume, with preservation of the peri-implant hard-tissue contour evident at the 6-month follow-up.

08/06/2026

Next week, I will be joining colleagues in Malaysia for a webinar exploring the science behind oxygen therapy in implant dentistry and discussing practical clinical protocols for implants, extractions, and bone grafting procedures.

🦷 Why does oxygen matter in implant dentistry?

Successful healing after implant placement, tooth extraction, or bone grafting depends on more than surgical technique alone. The biological environment we create around the surgical site plays a critical role in determining treatment outcomes.

Oxygen is essential for:
✔ Angiogenesis and blood vessel formation
✔ Collagen synthesis and tissue maturation
✔ Immune cell function and bacterial control
✔ Wound healing and tissue regeneration

In recent years, topical oxygen-releasing technologies combined with bioactive agents such as lactoferrin have attracted growing interest as adjuncts to modern surgical protocols.

📅 Wednesday, 24 June 2026

🕢 🇲🇾 Malaysia (MYT): 7:30 PM
🕝 🇬🇷 Greece (EEST): 2:30 PM
🕜 🇪🇺 Central Europe (CEST): 1:30 PM
🕧 🇬🇧 United Kingdom (BST): 12:30 PM

Looking forward to sharing clinical cases, biological principles, and practical insights that can be implemented in everyday practice.

To register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyaO8N2P1H_320_9J8coonp4YDmOLo1L7nFJnexi3WkL2Fzg/viewform

27/05/2026

I’m pleased to share our newly published clinical case report in Cureus:

“Topical Oxygen Therapy and a Zinc-Containing Palatal Stent for Post-surgical Healing: A Case Report of a Large Irritation Fibroma of the Hard Palate”

Modern oral surgery is evolving toward biologically driven, minimally invasive treatment concepts that combine surgical precision with regenerative support, biomaterials, topical oxygen therapy, and practical innovation.

At the same time, this case report also highlights the timeless fundamentals of oral surgery and oral medicine:
• thorough clinical examination
• radiological assessment
• investigation of possible causative factors
• biopsy and differential diagnosis
• histopathological confirmation
• postoperative follow-up and monitoring

The future of modern oral surgery is built on respecting these fundamental diagnostic and surgical principles while integrating new biologic approaches aimed at enhancing healing, controlling bacteria, optimising tissue biology, accelerating recovery, and improving patient experience through minimally invasive supportive therapies.

A special thank you to my co-author, Ioanna Mitsika, and to everyone who contributed to this work.

The article is already available online as open access, and PubMed indexing is expected soon.

https://www.cureus.com/articles/342972-topical-oxygen-therapy-and-a-zinc-containing-palatal-stent-for-post-surgical-healing-a-case-report-of-a-large-irritation-fibroma-of-the-hard-palate #!/

23/05/2026

An excellent Thursday teaching at the Implant Success - The Brazil Implant Course.

I had the pleasure of delivering two 1.5-hour lectures to an excellent group of clinicians and implant dentists beginning their journey in implantology.

The first lecture focused on the importance of controlling pathogenic bacteria while optimising healing in modern oral implantology. We discussed how tissue oxygenation, BlueM Topical Oxygen Therapy, bacterial control, and wound healing strategies can positively influence regenerative outcomes and implant success.

The second lecture explored the fundamentals of bone physiology, histology and regeneration, and their critical importance in oral implantology, focusing on novel synthetic biomaterials that optimise regenerative procedures by supporting the formation of high-quality bone around implants. We also discussed how simplifying surgical protocols through biologically driven approaches can lead to excellent clinical outcomes and long-term implant stability.

Teaching these fundamental concepts to clinicians at the beginning of their implantology journey is always both rewarding and challenging. It is incredibly important to build strong biological and surgical foundations from the very start, helping young clinicians understand not only how procedures are performed, but why they work. Sharing this knowledge early can shape safer, more predictable, and biologically driven clinical practice for the future.

A big thank you to the organisers and all delegates for the warm hospitality, engagement, and excellent discussions throughout the day. It is always inspiring to exchange ideas with colleagues passionate about advancing implant dentistry and regenerative science.

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