Dr. Philipp Kaiser, MMSc LLM, is a specialized dentist with a focus on aesthetic dentistry, implantology and invisible tooth adjustments. At his practice in Draßburg in Burgenland, he offers comprehensive dental care together with an experienced team of dentists and dental technicians. The practice is characterized by modern equipment and a high level of professional expertise, which enables individual and resource-saving treatment directly on site.
Since taking over the family-run practice in 2020, Dr. Kaiser has placed particular emphasis on detailed consultations and personal discussions with his patients to ensure optimal care. The practice's core areas include aesthetic dental corrections, implantology, orthodontics, periodontology, oral hygiene and prophylaxis. Particularly noteworthy is the use of CEREC technology, which makes it possible to produce ceramic restorations immediately, as well as the use of invisible braces (aligners).
Dr. Kaiser completed his dental studies at the Medical University of Vienna and specialized early on in implantology and digital processes. He expanded his expertise through several master's programs in the fields of oral implantology, medical law, orthodontics and digital dental technology. He has published numerous national and international specialist articles and works as a freelance author for the Austrian specialist journal “ZahnArzt”.
At the dental practice of Dr. Philipp Kaiser, MMSc LLM & Colleagues, patients benefit from modern technology such as digital impressions, 3D printing and the practice's own ceramic milling machine. Dr. Kaiser is known as a trustworthy and dedicated dentist who puts his heart and expertise into taking care of his patients' dental health. Invisible braces offer a high quality and aesthetic solution for teeth straightening, and CEREC technology enables ceramic restorations to be produced quickly.
The editors of the Leading Medicine Guide had the opportunity to talk to Dr. Kaiser about exactly that.
Tooth corrections and dentures are central aspects of modern dentistry that offer both aesthetic and functional benefits. Invisible braces and CEREC technology have established themselves as advanced methods. Invisible braces make it possible to correct misaligned teeth in an inconspicuous way, allowing patients to maintain a natural appearance during treatment. CEREC technology offers the ability to fabricate ceramic restorations precisely and efficiently in a single visit, significantly improving patient comfort and treatment time. These innovative techniques are instrumental in optimizing dental health and meeting the aesthetic demands of patients.
Invisible braces, such as aligners made of transparent plastic or lingual braces, offer several advantages over traditional metal braces in terms of wearing comfort and esthetic results.
“Clear plastic aligners offer an almost invisible solution for correcting misaligned teeth. In our specialized practice in Burgenland, we manufacture the aligners individually to optimally and individually correct any malocclusion. The transparent aligners adapt precisely to the patient's teeth and are therefore very comfortable to wear. Compared to fixed braces, aligners offer numerous advantages in everyday life. The aligners can be easily removed for eating and brushing teeth, which means that no food residue sticks to them and the brushing effort is not increased. What's more, the aligners are virtually invisible, so nobody notices that you are having dental treatment,” explains Dr. Kaiser about the invisible braces and adds:
“The aligners are custom-made and the patient replaces them with a new pair every one to two weeks. Check-ups take place every two months at our practice in Draßburg, which is ideally located between Mattersburg and Eisenstadt. The aligners required for this period are available directly from us and can be conveniently taken home. Thanks to modern 3D technology, we can simulate the exact course of treatment in advance. This computer simulation makes it possible to see the final result of the aligner therapy even before treatment begins and to follow exactly how the teeth will change step by step.
Invisible braces, such as transparent aligners, offer an attractive option for correcting misaligned teeth.
Transparent aligner systems are particularly effective for mild to moderate malocclusions. These include crowding, small gaps between teeth or moderate corrections of crossbites or overbites. Computer-aided planning enables precise step-by-step movement of the teeth through a series of custom-made aligners.
“In the past, only mild to moderate tooth and jaw misalignments could be treated with invisible dental splints. Thanks to advanced technical developments, however, it is now possible to successfully correct even complex tooth and jaw misalignments - in children, adolescents and adults alike. Invisible braces are now widely applicable, even for difficult malocclusions such as crossbite, gaps between teeth, overbite, deep bite or severe crowding. Additional dental problems such as periodontal disease or the presence of crowns and wisdom teeth can also be taken into account. However, the success of the treatment depends largely on the splints being worn regularly and consistently. This is the only way to achieve optimal correction. To find out whether invisible braces are the best solution for your individual situation, a personal consultation is essential. During this consultation, special needs and requirements are analyzed in detail to determine whether another treatment method may be more suitable,” explains Dr. Kaiser.
The treatment process and the duration of treatment with invisible braces differ in several aspects from treatment with conventional fixed braces.
“The duration of treatment with invisible braces varies primarily depending on the complexity of the tooth and jaw misalignment. In general, however, the treatment time is no longer than with conventional fixed braces. During an initial consultation, we can provide an initial estimate of the expected treatment time, which may vary depending on the case. After inserting the braces, you may experience a slight feeling of pressure, especially at the beginning of a new treatment stage. This feeling is completely normal and indicates that the splints are functioning correctly and exerting movement on the teeth. The discomfort usually disappears after a few days as soon as the teeth have become accustomed to the new aligners. In order to achieve the desired correction as planned, it is crucial to wear the aligners almost around the clock, except for the time needed for daily dental care and eating. The recommended wearing time is 22 hours a day, although this time should not be exceeded if possible. Food and drink can be consumed as usual, including alcohol, tea and sweet drinks. The splints should be removed while eating, chewing gum or consuming alcohol and sugary drinks and reinserted after meals. The splints can also be worn in everyday life without any problems, whether during sport or in the sauna. Wearing make-up, such as lipstick, is also not a problem. The aligner method is suitable for patients of all ages and can even be used during pregnancy,” explains Dr. Kaiser.
On average, the treatment time with invisible braces is around 6 months to 2 years, while treatment with conventional fixed braces usually takes 1.5 to 3 years. While both methods offer effective ways to straighten teeth, the treatment process differs in terms of comfort, flexibility and time required. Invisible braces offer more aesthetics and comfort, but require active cooperation from the patient. Conventional fixed braces are less flexible, but are often the more robust option for complex malocclusions. The choice of method should be individually tailored to the patient, taking into account the malocclusion, lifestyle habits and aesthetic preferences.
CEREC technology (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) is an innovative procedure used in dental practices for the fast and precise fabrication of ceramic restorations.
Dr. Kaiser explains this modern technology: “CEREC technology is an advanced solution that uses modern software to make dental treatment both more efficient and more comfortable and takes dental restorations to a new level. CEREC, which stands for “Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics” (or “Cerec Reconstructions”), is a computer-aided process for the digital fabrication of dental restorations such as crowns, bridges, inlays and onlays. This technology makes it possible to produce high-quality, tooth-colored dentures directly in our practice - in just one session. At the beginning of the process, we take digital impressions of the teeth, eliminating the need for conventional impression materials. For the digital impression, we use a modern intraoral scanner, a highly developed system for digital impressions. This scanner enables us to take precise and fast impressions of the dentition. A small, hand-held camera is positioned in the patient's mouth, which uses high-resolution imaging technology to provide detailed images of the teeth, gums and other oral structures. This information is transmitted in real time to our computer system, where it can be processed directly. The entire process is fast, precise and completely painless."
In the next step, CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) technology is used to create a 3D representation of the dental prosthesis.
“This digital model is used to design a precisely fitting restoration, which is then milled from a high-quality ceramic block. The milling process allows us to faithfully reproduce the natural tooth color and structure. The advantage of this method is that the restoration can be used in the practice treatment immediately after fabrication. The patient therefore leaves the practice with an aesthetically pleasing and functional restoration after just one session,” says Dr. Kaiser, emphasizing the convenient solution.
CEREC is ideal for restoring teeth after caries treatment, for example in the case of larger caries defects that can be treated with CEREC inlays or onlays. Crowns and partial crowns, especially for damaged teeth, can also be produced quickly and precisely. CEREC technology is also ideal for cosmetic treatments, such as the creation of veneers, which improve the shape and color of teeth. In acute cases, such as tooth fractures, the technology offers a quick and permanent solution. CEREC can also be used to replace old fillings, such as amalgam fillings, with aesthetic and durable ceramic restorations.
CEREC ceramic restorations are characterized by a number of material properties that significantly influence both their longevity and their esthetic quality.
One of the key advantages of CEREC ceramic is its high strength, which is achieved thanks to the special ceramic block used. This ensures that the restorations remain resistant and do not break or chip easily, even when subjected to high chewing effort and pressure, as is the case with molars. The special composition of the ceramic plays a key role here: it contains a combination of crystalline and amorphous components that optimize both the hardness and flexibility of the restorations. Another important aspect is the high biocompatibility of CEREC ceramics. The material is well tolerated and generally does not trigger allergic reactions, making it an ideal choice for patients with sensitive periodontium or allergies to other materials, such as metals. This property helps to ensure that CEREC ceramics remain stable in the mouth in the long term and promote healthy oral flora. Aesthetically, CEREC ceramic restorations offer excellent results as they are translucent and therefore blend in perfectly with the natural tooth shade. The material has a high translucency, which reflects light in a similar way to natural tooth enamel, resulting in a particularly natural appearance. This property makes it possible to perfectly restore both front teeth and visible areas of the molars without the restoration deviating from the natural teeth. In addition, CEREC ceramics can be precisely adjusted in shape and size to ensure the patient's individual esthetics. Compared to many other dental filling materials, the material is less susceptible to changes caused by daily stress such as chewing, brushing and contact with coloring foods and beverages. This longevity and aesthetic benefits make CEREC ceramics an excellent choice for long-term dental care.
Why implants are also a good alternative.
A dental implant is a modern and long-lasting solution for replacing missing teeth. It is an artificial tooth root that is inserted into the jawbone to attach a dental crown or other type of tooth replacement. Dental implants offer an aesthetically pleasing and functional alternative to conventional tooth replacement methods such as bridges or dentures, as they integrate seamlessly into the natural tooth structure and significantly improve the patient's comfort and quality of life.
“As a practice specializing in dental implants, our aim is to provide dental restorations that completely take over the function of natural teeth and have a positive impact on the patient's quality of life. After the implant has grown into the jawbone, an individual dental crown is made in our in-house dental laboratory and connected to the implant. This gives the patient a dental prosthesis that feels like a natural tooth, both functionally and aesthetically. Implants offer numerous advantages compared to other tooth replacement solutions. They not only close gaps between teeth aesthetically, but also provide a firm hold that remains stable when eating, speaking and laughing. A major advantage of dental implants is that they do not have to be attached to adjacent teeth, as is necessary with bridges. This means that the healthy teeth remain completely intact and do not have to be ground down. Implants are firmly anchored in the jawbone and provide a secure hold. The implant also helps to stabilize the jawbone by supporting the natural chewing process and counteracting bone loss, which often occurs after tooth loss. Implants are also a good solution for gaps at the end of rows of teeth,” emphasizes Dr. Kaiser.
Thank you, Dr. Kaiser, for the insight into these special treatment options for tooth correction and dentures!
