Implant-Perio Evolution 2.0: Maintenance and complications in esthetic implant dentistry

Founder of private practice in Antwerp, Belgium, established 1982, limited to periodontology, fixed prosthodontics, and implant dentistry. Visiting Professor at University of Liege, Belgium, and University of Marseille, France. Active Member of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EAED). Member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry (AARD). Core partner in Dentcof with over 12 years of partnership. One of Europe's most distinguished specialists in interdisciplinary aesthetic dentistry combining periodontics, prosthodontics, and implantology.

Over 42 years of combined clinical, teaching, and research experience since graduation in 1982. Expert in complex interdisciplinary treatments integrating periodontal surgery, aesthetic prosthodontics, and implant therapy, soft tissue management around teeth and implants, aesthetic periodontal surgery techniques, and comprehensive full-mouth rehabilitation. Known for systematic approaches to achieving exceptional aesthetic outcomes through careful integration of multiple dental specialties. Philosophy emphasizes biological principles combined with aesthetic excellence in complex cases.

Co-author of the international bestseller "The Art of the Smile: Integrating Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, Periodontics, Dental Technology, and Plastic Surgery in Esthetic Dental Treatment" published by Quintessence in collaboration with world-renowned specialists including Dr. Nitzan Bichacho, Dr. Rafi Romano, Dr. Christian Coachman, Dr. Bernard Touati, Dr. Galip Gürel, and Dr. Mauro Fradeani. Contributing author to "Interdisciplinary Aesthetic Dentistry" textbook. Member of editorial boards of multiple international journals including Teamwork (Germany), PPAD (USA), and Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry. Author of numerous articles and clinical case presentations published in leading aesthetic dentistry journals. International lecturer having presented extensively at major conferences including EAED, AARD, EAO, EuroPerio, AACD, NYU, and leading universities worldwide on topics including aesthetic periodontal surgery, implant therapy in aesthetic zones, and interdisciplinary treatment planning. Sought-after educator known for integrating surgical and restorative principles in complex aesthetic rehabilitations. Maintains 30+ years of documented long-term success with comprehensive interdisciplinary treatments.

DDS from Katholieke University Leuven, Belgium (1982). Extensive postgraduate training in periodontics, prosthodontics, and implant dentistry. Visiting Professor appointments at University of Liege and University of Marseille.