🇩🇪Klaus M. · 67 · Munich

Klaus M. — Three Straumann Implants After Failed Bridge

A 67-year-old Munich patient whose 12-year-old bridge failed. WeCare placed three Straumann SLActive® implants with anticoagulant management protocol. German-speaking team made the experience seamless.

Procedure

Three Single Implants After Bridge Failure

Visit Duration

2 trips × 5 days each

Total Time

4 months

Doctors

Dr. Mehmet Yılmaz

Starting Situation

Klaus had a 4-tooth bridge in his upper jaw that failed at age 65. The bridge had been placed in his 50s and lasted 12 years. Underlying tooth had cracked, then failed. Munich private dentist quoted €18,000 for replacement bridge.

Patient\'s Goals

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Permanent solution lasting decades
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Premium European brand (Straumann if possible)
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German-speaking treatment environment
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Cost-effective alternative to Munich quote

Case Challenges

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Older patient with reduced bone density
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Long-term controlled hypertension
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Anticoagulant medication (warfarin)
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Existing failed bridge needed careful removal

Treatment Plan

Phase 1: 5-day visit for bridge removal and three Straumann SLActive® implant placements. Coordinate with cardiologist for warfarin management. Phase 2: 4-month healing at home in Munich. Phase 3: Final 2-3 day visit for permanent zirconia crowns.

Materials Used

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Straumann SLActive® (3 implants, 4.1×11mm)
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Bio-Oss® bone graft
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Prettau Zirconia crowns
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Sirona Orthophos SL CBCT

Outcome

Three implants integrated successfully despite older age and reduced bone density. Final zirconia crowns placed at second visit. Klaus reports normal eating, no issues, and significant cost savings vs Munich quote.

"Dr. Yılmaz studied in Hamburg — perfect German throughout. The German-speaking coordinator made everything seamless. The hotel was beautiful, the transfers always on time. Most importantly, the implant integration matched what my Munich dentist would have provided. Two years on, I cannot tell which teeth are implants."
— Klaus M. 🇩🇪

Follow-Up

24 months post-final-restoration, all integrated, normal function. Annual X-rays from Munich home dentist sent to WeCare for review.

Klaus M. is a 67-year-old retired engineer from Munich. His upper jaw had a 4-tooth bridge placed at age 53 that lasted 12 years before the underlying anchor tooth cracked and failed. His Munich private dentist quoted €18,000 for replacement bridge — Klaus considered alternatives.

Why Klaus Chose WeCare

A neighbor had successful Hollywood smile treatment in Antalya 5 years earlier. Klaus contacted WeCare via WhatsApp and was responded to in fluent German by the multilingual coordinator.

Three factors mattered to Klaus:

1. Premium brand availability — He specifically wanted Straumann (Swiss) for clinical longevity

2. German-speaking team — Important for understanding nuanced clinical discussions

3. Cost-effective alternative — Quality without German private rates

WeCare's lead surgeon Dr. Mehmet Yılmaz studied implantology at University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf — fluent German speaker. The coordinator handled administrative communications in German. Klaus felt comfortable proceeding.

Pre-Trip Coordination

Klaus sent panoramic X-ray and recent medications:

Warfarin (3.5mg daily for atrial fibrillation, INR 2.0-2.5)

Lisinopril (hypertension)

Atorvastatin (cholesterol)

Multiple other geriatric medications

WeCare's response coordinated with Klaus's Munich cardiologist regarding warfarin during surgery — continued at standard dose, INR confirmed on morning of surgery.

CBCT pre-imaging sent by Klaus showed:

Reduced bone density (Type III) in upper anterior region

Sufficient bone height for 11mm Straumann implants

No sinus expansion issues

Healthy adjacent teeth

Visit 1: 5-Day Surgical Visit

Day 1: Mercedes airport transfer. Hotel check-in. Initial clinical exam in German with Dr. Yılmaz. Photography, 3D CBCT to confirm planning. Treatment plan finalized.

Day 2: Local anesthesia, sedation declined. Old failed bridge removed carefully. Three Straumann SLActive® implants placed (4.1×11mm anterior + 4.8×10mm canines). Bio-Oss® bone graft material at all three sites due to reduced bone density. Healing caps placed. Total surgery: 90 minutes.

Day 3: Suture check. Mild swelling, expected. Anticoagulant continued at standard dose. Soft food only.

Day 4: Daily WhatsApp check-in with German coordinator. Klaus felt well, took recommended walking tour of Antalya old town with companion.

Day 5: Final post-op check, take-home aftercare kit (toothbrush, antibiotic mouthwash, written instructions in German). Mercedes airport transfer.

4-Month Healing Phase

Klaus continued anticoagulant. Monthly photos to WeCare. His Munich home dentist did 6-week professional cleaning. Quarterly INR checks remained stable.

Healing milestones:

Week 1: Mild swelling resolved

Week 4: Bone integration progressing on follow-up X-ray

Week 12: Confirmed integration ready for restoration

Visit 2: 3-Day Final Restoration

Day 1: Arrival. Final CBCT confirms integration. Removed healing caps, took digital impressions of all three implants. Custom abutments designed by Maestro Bianchi.

Day 2: Final permanent monolithic Prettau Zirconia crowns fabricated overnight. Try-in approved by Klaus, then permanent cementation with German engineer's precision.

Day 3: Final check, English-language report for German home dentist (also German version). Mercedes airport transfer.

Two-Year Follow-Up

Klaus reports:

All three implants stable, normal function

Annual X-rays from Munich home dentist sent to WeCare for remote review

4-month professional cleanings at home dentist

Normal eating including German specialties (sausage, pretzel, etc.)

Significant cost savings vs Munich quote — approximately 60% less

Lessons From This Case

Klaus's case illustrates:

Premium brand requests are honored — Straumann placed as agreed

Anticoagulant management is routine with proper coordination

Reduced bone density is solvable with Bio-Oss® augmentation

Older patients are good candidates when general health is stable

German-speaking team matters for German patients' comfort

WhatsApp +90 551 086 83 68 with your X-ray for personalized German-language treatment plan within 24 hours.

FAQ About This Case

Was Klaus's warfarin a problem for surgery?↓

No. We coordinated with his Munich cardiologist. Warfarin continued at standard dose, INR confirmed at 2.3 on surgery morning. No bleeding complications. Standard protocol for stable anticoagulant patients.

Why Straumann vs other premium brands?↓

Klaus specifically requested Swiss brand. Straumann SLActive® is also our recommendation for reduced bone density patients due to faster integration. Choice aligned both clinical and patient preference.

Was Klaus's age a concern?↓

No, with proper screening. Age alone is not a contraindication. Cardiovascular health (controlled hypertension, stable atrial fibrillation), medication management, and bone density were the relevant factors. All addressed proactively.

How significant is the cost savings?↓

Approximately 60% less than his Munich quote, including hotel, transfer, and aftercare. Material costs identical (same Straumann implants); difference is in clinic overhead and labor costs.

Why is German-speaking team important?↓

Clinical discussions involve nuanced terminology. Patients understand complex procedural details better in their native language. WeCare has German-speaking coordinator and Hamburg-trained Dr. Yılmaz for German patients.

Does aftercare in Munich work seamlessly?↓

Yes. WeCare provides written reports in German that integrate with Munich home dentist records. Annual X-rays sent for remote review by Dr. Yılmaz. No language barrier in coordination.

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