Who treats you
Dr. med. dent. M.Sc. Sandro Strößner – working in implantology since 2013 · M.Sc. in Oral Implantology and Periodontology – together with the team at Zahnkompetenzzentrum Weißenfels.
First Appointment
Conversation, medical history and examination (3D X-ray if needed) – planning comes first, treatment follows. A purely informational conversation without an examination is free of charge; examination and treatment and cost plan are billed according to the GOZ (the German scale of dental fees).
Costs
A written treatment and cost plan before treatment begins; an initial, non-binding price range is provided by the cost calculator further down.
First Step
Book an appointment around the clock via our online reception (the “Appointment” button), or by phone during opening hours on 03443 339 65 54.
“The Master of Science in Oral Implantology is one of the most extensive postgraduate qualification pathways for implantology in Germany. Dr. med. dent. M.Sc.”
Cone-beam CT scan, intraoral scans, structured assessment. The first appointment isn't treatment — it's a conversation backed by data.
From the final dental prosthesis back to the surgery. What should exist at the end determines the first step — not the other way round.
Coordinated by one team under one roof. Surgery, prosthetics, laboratory — nothing handed off, nothing lost in translation.
Our standard: every implant is digitally planned, placed using navigated surgery, and given a prosthetic restoration designed so that function, ease of cleaning and aesthetics remain right in the long term. That is why we are listed with the Leading Implant Centers and a member of the DGI.
Short videos in which our team answers the questions we're asked most often. No jargon, no sales pressure.
The videos provide general information and do not replace individual advice or examination. The course and outcome of treatment depend on personal circumstances; medicine offers no guarantee of success. All videos have subtitles.
Specialist Field: Implantology
Implantology is far more than placing a screw in the jaw. It is a distinct, demanding sub-discipline of dentistry that brings together surgical skill, prosthetic thinking, sound knowledge of bone and soft-tissue biology, and forward-looking planning within a single treatment concept. At the Zahnkompetenzzentrum Dr. med. dent. M.Sc. Sandro Strößner in Weißenfels, we understand implantology as an interdisciplinary craft, in which restoring function, chewing comfort and aesthetics are all equally central.
A dental implant replaces the natural tooth root. It is placed in the jawbone, where it serves as a stable foundation for a crown, bridge or removable denture. This makes implant treatment fundamentally different from classic dental prosthetics, which rely on neighbouring teeth or the mucosa for support. The discipline of implantology deals with every question surrounding this replacement of the root: from diagnostic assessment beforehand, through surgical insertion, to the long-term maintenance of the implant.
In Germany, any licensed dentist is generally permitted to place implants. However, implantology as recognised by professional associations goes well beyond basic university training. It requires structured further education, documented clinical experience and a willingness to continually engage with new materials, techniques and scientific findings. It is precisely this depth that makes the difference between the occasional implant placement and a considered philosophy of implant treatment.
Our practice looks at every case from the perspective of the entire chewing system. An implant should never be viewed in isolation, but always in relation to the natural teeth, the bite, the gums and the individual patient's particular life situation. This holistic perspective is the foundation of our work in Weißenfels.
Qualifications & Continuing Education
Implant treatment is only ever as good as the training and experience of the person carrying it out. Dr. Strößner holds the academic title Master of Science (M.Sc.) – a part-time postgraduate course of study spanning several years, providing in-depth knowledge of implantology and oral rehabilitation. Unlike short weekend courses, an M.Sc. programme involves structured, scientific engagement with diagnostics, planning, surgery, prosthetics and aftercare, concluded with an independent piece of scientific work.
The German Society of Implantology (DGI) is the largest scientific professional association for implantology in the German-speaking world. Its members commit to working in line with current scientific knowledge, to taking part in further training regularly, and to following the association's guidelines. For patients, being affiliated with such a professional association is a comprehensible indication that a practice takes its implantology expertise seriously and maintains it continuously.
Implantology is a field in constant development. Implant surfaces, digital planning software, augmentation materials and surgical protocols keep evolving. We deliberately invest in regular further training, collegial exchange and the critical evaluation of new procedures. Not every technical innovation is automatically progress – which is why we carefully assess which methods offer genuine added value for our patients in Weißenfels.
We place great importance on our patients understanding who is treating them and on what professional basis decisions are made. We answer questions about qualifications openly at any time – by phone on 03443 339 65 54, or in a personal consultation.
Range of Treatments
The treatment spectrum of modern implantology ranges from replacing a single lost tooth to the complete rehabilitation of an edentulous jaw. At our practice in Weißenfels, we plan every restoration individually – based on the patient's specific starting situation, wishes and medical circumstances.
If a single tooth is missing, an implant is a solution that spares the neighbouring teeth. With a conventional bridge, the adjacent, often healthy teeth would need to be ground down. An implant, by contrast, stands on its own, carries the new crown independently, and transfers chewing forces directly into the jawbone. This helps to load the bone functionally at that site and counteract its natural resorption.
If several teeth next to one another are missing, or if there is no longer an abutment tooth at the end of the row, we refer to these as intercalary or free-end gaps. In these cases, implant-supported bridges can provide a fixed restoration, without the need for a removable partial denture. We plan the number and position of the implants so that chewing forces are evenly distributed.
Even a completely edentulous jaw can be treated with implants. There are two basic approaches here: an implant-supported, removable denture, stabilised by a small number of implants and offering secure hold; or fixed bridge constructions, anchored on several implants, allowing a fixed set of teeth without a palatal plate. Which route is right depends on the available bone, ease of cleaning, personal wishes and budget – we weigh this up together.
The same applies to each of these types of restoration: there is no off-the-shelf standard solution. Only precise diagnostics and a conversation about your expectations produce the right treatment plan.
Digital & Navigated Techniques
Digitalisation has fundamentally changed implantology. Where much used to depend on experience and judgement by eye, large parts of treatment can today be planned and simulated in three dimensions and then implemented precisely. At our practice, we use digital methods to determine the position of every implant in advance – taking into account the available bone, the course of nerves, the maxillary sinus, and the prosthetic restoration to come.
With navigated or guide-based implant placement, the implant position planned on the computer is transferred exactly into the mouth using an individually made surgical guide. This increases the predictability of the procedure and can make it gentler. Below, we outline the typical process of a digitally planned implant treatment:
Digital planning creates transparency: many steps can be visualised and discussed in advance, so that you can understand what is planned for you. What matters to us is that technology serves the person – professional judgement and clinical responsibility always remain with the treating clinician.
Bone Augmentation
An implant needs sufficient bone to be anchored securely. However, after tooth loss, the jawbone gradually recedes over time, as it no longer receives the natural loading from chewing. Inflammation, accidents or anatomical features can likewise mean that there is not enough bone at the desired site. In such cases, augmentation procedures are used – methods for building up or widening the bone.
Which procedure is suitable depends on how much bone is missing and where. For smaller defects, an accompanying graft carried out directly as part of the implant placement is often sufficient. For larger defects, a separate, preliminary procedure may make sense. We make this choice after careful 3D diagnostics.
The patient's own bone, high-purity bone substitute materials, or combinations of the two may be considered as graft materials. Each material has its own properties, advantages and disadvantages, which we explain to you in an understandable way. Bone grafting requires an appropriate healing period, during which the new tissue stabilises before the implant is permanently loaded.
Important to know: not every case needs a bone graft. Skilful planning of the implant position can often avoid or reduce the need for augmentation. Only a precise analysis of your jaw shows what is really necessary – we fundamentally reject unnecessary procedures.
Immediate Implant Placement & Treatment Timelines
One of the most common questions from our patients in Weißenfels is: how long does all this take? The answer depends on the timing concept chosen. Implantology generally distinguishes between immediate, early and late implant placement – depending on how much time passes between tooth extraction and placing the implant.
With immediate implant placement, the implant is inserted into the same tooth socket immediately after a tooth that cannot be saved is removed. This saves a separate procedure and can shorten the overall treatment time. However, it requires favourable conditions: an environment free of inflammation, sufficient bone, and good primary stability. Not every case is suited to this approach – we make the decision individually, based on the findings.
Immediate restoration should be distinguished from immediate implant placement: here, the implant receives a provisional crown shortly afterwards, so the gap does not remain visible. Whether immediate restoration is possible depends largely on the stability of the implant in the bone. In many cases, a conventional, delayed loading approach, in which the implant is first allowed to heal undisturbed, is the more predictable path.
Healing – the firm bond between implant and bone, known clinically as osseointegration – generally takes several months. This time is well invested, as it creates the foundation for the load-bearing capacity that follows. We advise you honestly on which timescale makes sense in your situation, rather than promising quick solutions that would not hold up in the long term.
Risks, Aftercare & Costs
Genuine advice on implants also means talking about possible risks and about the long-term responsibility that comes with an implant. An implant is not a one-off event, but the beginning of an ongoing relationship of care and check-ups.
Like any surgical procedure, implant placement carries risks. These include swelling, temporary discomfort and, in rare cases, infection, impaired wound healing or failure to integrate. Peri-implantitis plays a particular role – an inflammation of the tissue around the implant that, if left untreated, can lead to implant loss. Underlying medical conditions, smoking and inadequate oral hygiene can affect healing and long-term stability. We explain all of these aspects to you in detail before every procedure.
Even the best implant work is only preserved if it is looked after consistently. Careful oral hygiene at home and regular professional check-ups are essential for detecting inflammation early. In our practice, we rely on a structured aftercare concept tailored to your restoration.
The cost of implant treatment cannot be stated as a flat rate – it depends on the number of implants, the work involved in any bone augmentation, the material chosen, and the prosthetic restoration. Statutory health insurers generally do not cover the cost of the implant itself; however, they do grant a fixed subsidy based on the diagnosis for the dental prosthetics that sit on the implant. This subsidy can increase if a dental bonus booklet (Bonusheft) has been kept up to date. Private health insurers and supplementary insurers reimburse implant treatment differently depending on the tariff. Before treatment begins, we prepare a transparent, written treatment and cost plan for you, which you can submit to your health insurer – so you know in advance what costs to expect.
Feel free to ask us about instalment payment options and any funding or bonus schemes. Our goal is treatment that is convincing from a clinical standpoint and remains financially manageable for you.
Implantology in Weißenfels
For implant treatment, patients from Weißenfels and the Burgenlandkreis do not need to travel long distances to larger cities. At the Zahnkompetenzzentrum Dr. med. dent. M.Sc. Sandro Strößner, we bring diagnostics, planning, surgical treatment and prosthetic restoration together under one roof. This shortens journeys, makes coordination easier, and creates continuous care from the initial consultation through to aftercare.
The short journey from the surrounding area is a practical advantage, especially for surgical procedures: check-ups and aftercare can be attended without complication. Where it makes sense, we work on an interdisciplinary basis with specialised colleagues and our dental laboratory partner, so that even demanding cases are treated to a high standard.
Every course of implant treatment begins with a detailed, no-obligation consultation. Here, we take the time to understand your situation, answer your questions, and weigh up the possible options together. You then decide, calmly and without pressure, whether and how you would like to proceed.
Book your appointment by phone on 03443 339 65 54. Our team will advise you in a friendly manner and take the time for your concerns – so that you can make a well-founded, well-informed decision about your dental prosthetics.
The Master of Science in Oral Implantology is one of the most extensive postgraduate qualification pathways for implantology in Germany. Dr. med. dent. M.Sc. Sandro Strößner completed it part-time alongside his practice over several years and continues his professional development every year in Europe and North America. This is relevant to you as a patient because implantology is far more than placing a screw in the bone.
It is about anatomy, biomechanics, dental technology, microbiology, soft-tissue management and aesthetic proportions – and about the ability to bring all of these disciplines together in a single treatment plan. This requires training, experience and a structured way of working.
I was an anxious patient for fifty years. Today, I am no longer one. Not because my anxiety has disappeared, but because this team took it seriously, without ever making a drama out of it.
What convinced me was the absence of marketing. No promises. Just planning, explanation, execution. I had eight implants placed and didn't even feel like I'd made a difficult decision.
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Computer-guided implant placement in real time. See how calm, precise and safe an implant procedure at our Zahnkompetenzzentrum looks.
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