Honoring the past,
Shaping the future
Our Legacy: Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future
The story of osseointegration is one of innovation, perseverance, and global impact. It began with the groundbreaking discoveries of Dr. Per-Ingvar Brånemark, whose vision and research transformed modern implant dentistry. Today, that legacy continues under the stewardship of Dr. Robert Gottlander, ensuring that the principles of scientific excellence and patient care remain at the heart of everything we do.
What Legacy Means to Us
Legacy is more than history—it is the foundation upon which we build the future. Dr. Brånemark's pioneering work in osseointegration redefined what was possible in dental and medical implants. His philosophy of scientific rigor, patient-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration continues to guide our mission today.
Under the leadership of Dr. Robert Gottlander, we remain dedicated to honoring these principles while advancing implant dentistry through education, research, and innovation.
Milestones in Our Journey
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1950s-1960s: Dr. Brånemark discovers osseointegration and successfully applies titanium implants in patients.
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1982: The Toronto Conference on Osseointegration establishes dental implants as a new standard of care.
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1990s-2000s: Osseointegration expands globally, with advanced surgical techniques and materials improving patient outcomes.
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Today: Under Dr. Robert Gottlander's leadership, we continue to push the boundaries of implant dentistry, fostering new research and clinical advancements.
Carrying the Legacy Forward
We are proud to support initiatives like Global Osseointegration Day, held annually on May 3rd, to honor the life and work of Dr. Brånemark. This event, founded by the Associated Brånemark Osseointegration Centers (ABOC), serves as a tribute to the man who forever changed implant dentistry.
Through continued research, collaboration, and education, we strive to ensure that his legacy lives on, empowering clinicians and transforming patients' lives worldwide.
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"The edentulous patient is an amputee, an oral invalid, to whom we should pay total respect and rehabilitation ambitions."
—Dr. Per-Ingvar Brånemark
"Honoring the past means building the future with the same dedication to scientific excellence and patient care."
—Dr. Robert Gottlander