First Center in the Canary Islands to use dental implants
In 1981 Dr. José Manuel Navarro began his implantology career after attending the University of Tübingen to train on the Tübinger Implant with Dr. Willy Schulte.
First single implant in Spain.
In 1987 we placed and published the first two cases of replacement of single teeth on implants ad modum Brånemark in Spain
“Dr. Navarro presenting one of his cases at the M.G.M. Las Vegas USA”
In 2005 and using the same implant, the crown was changed using the latest technology (18 years after implant placement). This case was awarded the Creative Circle Award at the World Conference 2005 and presented at the World Conference 2007 at the M.G.M in Las Vegas.
Implant status in 1987 and fabrication of a new ceramic-only crown in 2005
DOCUMENTED EVOLUTION 30 YEARS LATER
Radiographic sequence from 1987 to 2019
Launch of digital technology Cerec I
In 1995 we began our digital journey by incorporating the first dental CAD / CAM device. The CEREC I milling machine from SIEMENS.
On the left and center, the CEREC I in its commercial version. On the right, its creators, Dr. Dr. Werner H. Mörmann and the electrical engineer Dr. Marco Brandestin, with one of the prototypes
Dr. Werner H. Mörmann and Dr. Navarro Alonso at the Digital Symposium organized by Henry Schein in Malaga, 2017.
Dres. Werner H. Mörmann and Navarro Alonso
Dr. Navarro Alonso chairs the congress for the 25th Anniversary of S.E.P.E.S
In 1995, the 25th anniversary of the Spanish Society of Stomatological and Esthetic Prosthesis was held in Gran Canaria, a meeting that was chaired by Dr. José Manuel Navarro Alonso.
From left to right: Dr. Vicente Jiménez, Professor P.I. Branemark, Dr. Ramón Martínez and Dr. J.M. Navarro president of the 25th Anniversary of the Spanish Society of Stomatological and Aesthetic Prosthesis.
Pioneers in implants and permanent same-day teeth
In 1998 In 1998 we published the first worldwide protocol that allowed the placement of implants and definitive teeth on the same day. The concept, called Same Day Teeth or Brånemark Novum® was developed by our mentor Prof. Brånemark and Richard Skalak. You can download the chapter of the book where Dr. Navarro describes this technique step by step here.
Photo of Professor Professor P. I. Brånemark with Dr. Navarro Alonso
Covers in different languages of the original book
Scheme of the Brånemark Novum® system, nowadays called by the manufacturer Trefoil®.
Trefoil® scheme
Presentation by Dr. Navarro Alonso at the EAO 2017 of the Trefoil® technique
First Center in the Canary Islands to use zygomatic implants
First center in the Canary Islands to use zygomatic implants. They anchor to the cheekbone in situations of extreme bone resorption.
From left to right: Current status of a case of zygomatic implants treated in 1999, scheme of zygomatics anchored to the malar bone and Quad Zygoma case treated in 2013
Pioneers in Invisible Orthodontics
Pioneers in Invisible Orthodontics. In 2003 we treated the first patient with invisible orthodontics.
Invisible orthodontic aligner
Before and after the first case treated in our center with Invisible Orthodontics. The patient also underwent teeth whitening.
We currently have the "Diamond" designation thanks to the many cases we deal with annually.
Pioneers in computer-guided surgery
In 2005, we were the first center in the Canary Islands to use computer-guided surgery to place dental implants.
Case of bilateral agenesis treated in 2010
Computer-Guided Surgery Case Planning with NobelGuide Software
The same case, 6 years later
Incorporation of Omnicam, inLab MC XL milling machine, inFire HTC Speed and inEos X5
In 2014, realizing that digital dentistry was here to stay, we incorporated Sirona's CEREC CADCAM system. This equipment allows us to make all types of prostheses (ceramic, acrylic or temporary) frequently in a single visit.
From left to right: Cerec Omnicam intraoral scanner, inEos X5 extraoral scanner, inLab MC XL 4-axis milling machine and inFire HTC Speed sintering furnace
Pioneers in the use of ceramic implants
In 1981, we treated our first ceramic implant cases using the Aluminum Oxide Al2O3 Tübinger Implantat.
Since 2015 we have used the latest generation ceramic implants in Zirconium (much greater resistance than Al2O3), ideal in clinical situations of allergies to titanium and in the anterior esthetic zone.
Case treated in 2015 with one-piece implant and Straumann® PURE Ceramic implant system
Case treated in 2018 with two-piece implant and ZERAMEX® implant system - 100% metal-free ceramic implants
Invisible Orthodontics and digital impression integration with Omnicam
Incorporation of Intraoral Omnicam Digital Impression for invisible orthodoncis. Align Technology and Sirona announce new work integration together with CEREC OmniCam, which can be used for the presentation of Invisible Orthodonticscases that require an intraoral scanner. This allows Invisible Orthodonticsproviders to present a digital impression instead of a traditional PVS impression.
Incorporation of 5-axis milling machine
In 2017 we incorporated the MC X5 5-axis milling machine.
Presentation by Dr. Navarro Alonso at the EAO 2017 of the Trefoil® technique.
Endoret (PRGF) treatment pioneering
Ground-breaking facial rejuvenation treatment with Endoret (PRGF).
BTI Biotechnology Institute authorised centre
First DSD CLINIC Certified Centre in the Canary Islands
First certified centre by Christian Coachman as a DSD Clinic in the Canary Islands.
Dr. J.M. Navarro Alonso – DSD CERTIFIED PARTNER
Click HerePioneering for GBT incorporation / AIRFLOW® PROPHILAXIS MASTER
The incorporation of this 2 Airflow Profilaxis Master devices makes cleaning and oral health care come first in our clinic so we can assure the prevention, maintenance and the right treatment to expel plaque from the teeth, prosthesis or implants.
Click here for more information and also on the manufacturer website.
We include for the very first time in Spain the CEREC PRIMESCAN
We incorporate to our equipment the latest intraoral scanner, where its newest high resolution device allows to receive a million 3D pixels per second, as other scanning performances such as:
We incorporate the Orthophos SL 3D scanner
We incorporate to our dental clinic, in Las Palmas, a panoramic X-ray 3D system.
Incorporation of X-Guide Navigated Surgery
Innovation has always been one of our centre's maxims. Navigated surgery, or computer-guided implant surgery, is one of the latest techniques that have been developed in the field of implantology to improve the quality and speed of treatments.
We incorporated it into our centre in 2020, and since then we have worked with this method in a multitude of cases in which greater precision in implant placement was required, compared to traditional surgery, which this technology provides.
We increase security in our facilities
During the COVID period, in addition to developing a rigorous protocol of preventive measures and creating a safety barrier at the entrance, we incorporated a Hypochlorous Acid production system in our facilities, with which, since then, we have been manufacturing this powerful oxidant 100 times more efficient, eliminating more microbial pathogens than sodium hypochlorite (bleach).
This antiseptic does not cause eye or skin irritation and is not harmful. Because it is so safe, we continuously spray the entire clinic every day. We also install HEPA filters and UV-C disinfection devices and components in our air conditioning system.
The surgeon performs implant on himself with navigated surgery
34 years after publishing the first single implant (ad modum Brånemark) in dental Spanish literature, Dr. Navarro uses navigated surgery to perform an oral implant surgery on himself by just looking at the screen during the process.
We incorporate the GalvoSurge technology in our centre
This is a new dental implant cleaning system that helps with the prevention or treatment of periimplantitis.
We are expanding our paediatric dentistry department and LITA is born
What began as the need to care for the children of our patients has become a solid project with the consolidation of a team of professionals specialising in children.
Incorporation of 5 dental devices INTEGO AND SINIUS OF SIRONA
We have expanded our facilities to a total of 10 rooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology.
Creation of a new sterilisation room
Where we continue to develop a structured chain that guarantees the sterility of all the materials we use. We carry out an exhaustive control, developing a process of cleaning and disinfection, inspection, bagging, sterilisation, as well as documentation and approval, with the aim of protecting patients and clinic staff.
We acquired Melag's Careclave
We are the first in Spain to have this autoclave which, with its patented DRYtelligence and double chamber technology, exceeds the expectations of modern autoclaves. It is an autoclave that allows us to prepare and sterilise contra-angles and turbines in accordance with RKI standards.
We incorporate the MELAtherm 10 thermodisinfector from Melag
This innovative thermal disinfector ensures superior cleaning, disinfection and drying of our materials and provides better protection for patients and our equipment.
More information on the manufacturer's website.
Acquisition of the Biolase EPIC X non-aerosol laser
It is a diode laser for daily use with fast surgical capabilities, numerous hygiene procedures (where allowed), plus modes for pain therapy and whitening.
We add a new CEREC PRIMESCAN to our digital equipment
Very happy with the accuracy and performance of our Primescan, we purchased a third machine for our digital impressions. We achieved fast and accurate intraoral scans.
We incorporate the new SprintRay Pro S 95 3D printer
It is a printer that allows us to create our own models in consultation. They are highly accurate and flexible. We use it to create dental models: splints, mock ups, surgical guides, unloading splints, provisional and definitive splints.
We incorporate the TRIOS 3 Scanner from 3Shape into our orthodontic department
We incorporated the TRIOS 3 intraoral scanner from 3Shape, offering our patients a more comfortable and efficient experience for our orthodontic treatments with invisible aligners.
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