At Algarve Dental Implants, every new smile begins long before the procedure. It starts with the first contact, at the moment when a patient finally decides to take the step to change their life.
Many arrive at the clinic after years of discomfort, insecurity, or limitations when smiling and chewing. Others carry the burden of failed treatments in the past or removable prostheses that never truly felt like their own. That is why, from the very first moment, the clinic’s focus is on welcoming, listening and explaining. At Algarve Dental Implants, each case is unique, and each person deserves to be treated with time, patience and total transparency.
The process begins with an initial assessment consultation, during which Dr Cris Piessens always takes the time necessary to understand the patient’s medical history, expectations and even fears. We are talking about a professional with over 30 years of experience in implantology, but also someone who deeply values the human side of each treatment. At this stage, everything is explained in detail: the root cause of the problem, the possible solutions, the most appropriate technique, and what to expect from the procedure. For many patients, this first conversation is a relief, as they feel, for the first time, that someone is looking at the situation holistically and with genuine empathy.
Next, we perform a 3D tomography (CBCT) scan at the clinic itself. This technology allows us to accurately assess the anatomy of the jaw, bone quality and all the variables necessary to plan treatment safely. With this information, the team prepares a complete plan, thus ensuring predictability, speed and an extraordinary final result.
It is also at this point, with all the clinical and anatomical data gathered, that Dr Cris Piessens determines the most appropriate treatment for each situation. In cases where the patient has healthy teeth or localised tooth loss, simple implants may be recommended to replace only the missing teeth. However, in more complex situations, such as when there are few remaining teeth, severely compromised dentition or significant bone loss, Dr Piessens may recommend the All-on-4 method. This technique is particularly advantageous because it allows the entire arch to be restored with just four strategically placed implants, often avoiding bone grafts and giving the patient a fixed dentition on the same day.
From this point onwards, everything is organised so that the day of the surgery runs smoothly and without anxiety. To this end, conscious sedation is used, a safe technique that allows you to undergo the entire procedure in a state of deep relaxation, without any unpleasant memories. The presence of an experienced team, led by Dr Cris Piessens and accustomed to accompanying nervous or afraid patients, makes the experience much more peaceful than most people imagine.
When the day of the new smile arrives, usually starting at 8 a.m., the atmosphere is calm and welcoming. The surgery takes place in a sterile room equipped with state-of-the-art technology, where Dr Piessens places the implants with skill and precision. The All-on-4 technique allows a new fixed denture to be placed on the same day, a true milestone in modern implantology. While the patient rests in the recovery area, the prosthesis team finalises the new temporary structure, customised for each face.
At around 6 pm, the most eagerly awaited moment arrives: the first reveal. It is a moment that combines surprise, excitement and, often, relief. The patient looks in the mirror and rediscovers a smile they had forgotten they had. Aesthetic, functional and fully integrated into their natural expression.
But the follow-up does not end there. The next day, the team always calls the patient to find out how they are feeling, answer any questions and ensure that everything is progressing as expected. This is followed by check-ups, cleaning, and, later, the final prosthesis, made from highly durable materials and with an even more refined aesthetic.
At Algarve Dental Implants, we believe that a smile is just the beginning. What we truly transform is the way each person sees themselves and how they live their life again. And this journey, from the first contact to the new smile, is always taken side by side. With knowledge, confidence and humanity. Always.
