Knowledge
Knowledge.
Substantial articles on dental insurance, implants, root canal, paediatric dentistry and Swiss dental health topics. Reviewed by the Resident team.
Implantology
Bone augmentation and sinus lift. When there is not enough bone for an implant.
A dental implant needs enough of your own bone to stay stable. Where bone is missing, it can be rebuilt in a planned way. We explain why bone is lost, which augmentation methods exist and what a sinus lift in the upper jaw means.
9min readImplantology
Dental implant. At which Resident location the treatment makes sense.
Resident offers implantology at all six locations. Complex procedures like bone augmentation, sinus lift, All-on-4 and aesthetically demanding front tooth implantations are performed at Bellevue by Dr. Dejan Dragisic, oral surgery specialist. Standard implantations are also available at Winterthur, Rapperswil-Jona, Küsnacht, Ermatingen and Berg. Location choice follows complexity and proximity to home.
7min readImplantology
Titanium or ceramic. Which material for which implant.
Titanium implants have been the clinical standard for over fifty years with documented survival rates above 95 percent. Ceramic implants made of zirconia are metal-free, aesthetically advantageous in the front area and of interest with allergies or holistic preference. They are technically demanding and have a shorter study record. Material choice depends on indication, bone situation and personal preference.
9min readImplantology
Immediate or delayed implant. Which approach when makes sense.
With an immediate implant, the implant is placed directly after tooth removal into the same socket. With a delayed implant, the practice waits three to six months until the bone has healed. Immediate implantation saves time and preserves bone but has tighter indications. Delayed implantation is the safer standard solution with high success rates.
9min readImplantology
All-on-4 or multiple single implants. Which full restoration when.
All-on-4 uses four strategically positioned implants to carry a fixed bridge for an entire jaw. Single implants replace each missing tooth separately or in small bridges. All-on-4 is efficient, more cost-effective and feasible in one session. Single implants are biologically closer to the natural dentition and more flexible in repair cases. Choice depends on bone situation, number of teeth and budget.
11min readImplantology
Peri-implantitis. What it is and how to prevent it.
Peri-implantitis is a bacterially caused inflammation of the bone and gum around an implant. It is the most common cause of late implant loss and affects between ten and twenty percent of all implants after ten years, depending on the study. Prevention is possible and crucial.
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Snoring Therapy
Snoring appliance. How it works and when it makes sense.
A snoring appliance holds the lower jaw slightly forward during sleep and creates more room in the throat. We explain when snoring is harmless, when it may point to sleep apnoea and why suspected sleep apnoea must always be assessed medically first.
7min readBruxism
Teeth grinding (bruxism). Causes, consequences and what helps.
Many people grind or clench their teeth at night without knowing it. Over time this wears down the teeth and strains the jaw joint. We show the signs, the causes and what really helps.
8min readTMJ
TMJ and jaw joint problems. Signs and ways to improvement.
Clicking jaw joints, pain when chewing or morning tension can point to a temporomandibular disorder. We explain the signs, the causes and how the complaints can be treated step by step.
8min readFunctional Diagnostics
Bite splint, nightguard or TMJ splint. Which splint helps when.
A hard bite splint protects the teeth from bruxism and stabilizes the bite. A soft nightguard is cheaper and sufficient for light grinding but unsuitable with heavy loading. A therapeutic TMJ splint is individually fitted when the jaw joints are affected. The choice depends on diagnosis, loading and therapy goal.
9min readOrthodontics
Orthodontics early or later. From what age braces make sense.
Early treatment at five to eight years makes sense with crossbite, pronounced overbite or space problems that are difficult to correct later. The classic braces phase with brackets or aligners begins at ten to thirteen years after the change to permanent teeth. Both phases have different goals; both are often sensible. The decision follows the findings.
9min readOrthodontics
Early treatment in orthodontics. When it makes sense for children.
Some bite misalignments can be corrected more effectively during growth than later in the permanent dentition. Other corrections should better wait until after the tooth change. This article explains which findings in childhood justify early treatment, when the right time is and what alternatives are available for main treatment in adolescence.
9min readOrthodontics
Invisalign or fixed braces. When which procedure makes sense.
Both procedures move teeth. Invisalign via transparent, removable aligners, fixed braces via brackets and wires. The choice depends on the findings. Complex bites often need fixed braces; mild to moderate misalignments are well treatable with aligners.
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Aesthetic Dentistry
Gummy smile (excessive gum display). Causes and correction.
A gummy smile means an unusual amount of gum shows when you smile. We explain the common causes, why an accurate diagnosis decides the treatment and which correction options are realistic.
7min readAesthetic Dentistry
Lumineers. What thin veneers can do and where their limits lie.
Lumineers are a brand of very thin porcelain veneers, often fitted with little or no grinding of the teeth. We explain how they differ from classic veneers, when they suit and when another option is the better choice.
7min readAesthetic Dentistry
Tooth jewellery: what it is and what to consider.
Tooth jewellery is a small crystal or fine gold piece bonded to the enamel of a front tooth. The application is non-invasive, with no drilling at all. We explain how it is applied and gently removed, what to watch for when caring for it and why having it done professionally matters.
6min readAesthetic Dentistry
Teeth whitening. What works, what does not and how to recognize a reputable treatment.
A factual classification of common whitening procedures. Active substances, prospects of success, risks and the difference between drugstore product and dental treatment.
7min readAesthetic Dentistry
Composite veneer or porcelain veneer. When which material makes sense.
Composite veneers are modeled directly in the mouth, are cheaper and completed in one session. Porcelain veneers are fabricated in the lab, last longer and are often aesthetically higher-quality. The choice depends on demand, substance loss, budget and number of teeth. Both procedures require minimal tooth preparation.
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Prosthetics
Full-mouth rehabilitation. How a comprehensive restoration works.
A full-mouth rehabilitation restores function, health and appearance in several coordinated steps when many teeth are affected. We explain when it is needed, how we approach it and why one coordinating team makes the difference.
9min readProsthetics
Fixed or removable tooth replacement. What suits whom.
If one or more teeth are missing, the question of the right solution arises. Fixed and removable tooth replacement each have their own advantages. We show what determines the decision.
8min readProsthetics
Full ceramic, zirconia, metal-ceramic. Which crown material when makes sense.
Full ceramic from lithium disilicate, zirconia and classic metal-ceramic are the three main materials for dental crowns. They differ in aesthetics, strength, biological compatibility and costs. The right choice depends on tooth position, bite loading and your aesthetic expectations.
8min readProsthetics
Root canal or implant. When preservation makes sense and when not.
With a severely damaged tooth, two main options are available. Root canal treatment with subsequent definitive restoration preserves your own tooth; extraction with implant replaces it completely. The dental rule of thumb is: as long as the tooth can be preserved with reasonable effort, preservation takes priority. There are, however, constellations in which the implant is the better option.
11min readProsthetics
Inlay, onlay or crown. Which restoration when makes sense.
Inlay, onlay and crown are three different restorations for defective posterior teeth. They differ in effort, substance preservation and costs. The right choice depends on defect extent, remaining substance and tooth loading. This article explains the three options and their specific indications.
9min readProsthetics
Implant or bridge. Which tooth replacement for which case.
Three options for a lost tooth. Implant is the long-term most stable solution, bridge can be sensible in specific constellations, denture as a cost-effective option or with medical contraindications. The right choice depends on bone situation, neighboring teeth, number of missing teeth and individual preferences.
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Restorative Dentistry
Dental fillings: which material when, and why.
A filling closes the defect left behind by decay or a fracture. Which material fits depends on the size, location and load of the tooth. We explain today's options, why we no longer place amalgam and how the decision is made in each case.
8min readCaries
Treating tooth decay. How cavities form and what really helps.
Tooth decay develops gradually and usually causes no pain early on. We explain how a cavity forms, how we detect it and which treatment is right depending on the stage.
8min readPeriodontics
Recognising periodontitis. Symptoms, causes and treatment.
Periodontitis is a chronic inflammation of the tooth-supporting tissues and the most common cause of tooth loss in adulthood. It progresses without pain for a long time. Knowing the early signs lets you act in time and keep your teeth.
8min readRestorative Dentistry
Composite filling or inlay. When the lab solution pays off.
The composite filling is placed in one session directly in the mouth and is the standard solution for smaller defects. The inlay is fabricated in the lab, lasts longer and closes larger defects more precisely. Inlay made of ceramic or gold is the higher-quality option but more expensive and to be implemented in two sessions. The choice depends on defect size, loading, budget and lifespan demand.
8min readEndodontics
Root canal or tooth extraction. When preservation is worthwhile.
With an inflamed tooth nerve the question of preservation or extraction arises. The root canal treatment saves your own tooth root with success rates of 85 to 95 percent. Extraction is the faster solution but leaves a gap that must be closed with an implant or bridge. The decision depends on tooth remaining substance, bone situation, costs and treatment duration.
10min readEndodontics
Root canal treatment. What patients should know beforehand.
A complete explanation of modern root canal treatment. Indication, sequence, success rates, costs and what research in recent years has changed.
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Oral Surgery
Apicoectomy. When it saves the tooth.
When inflammation persists at the root tip despite a root canal, a small surgical procedure can save the tooth. We explain when an apicoectomy makes sense, how it works and how high the success rates are.
8min readOral Surgery
Wisdom tooth surgery. The process, healing and what to watch for.
If the removal of a wisdom tooth is coming up, it helps to know what to expect. We describe preparation, procedure and healing step by step, so you can go into the appointment calmly.
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Halitosis
Bad breath (halitosis). Causes and what really helps.
Bad breath is unpleasant and usually treatable, because in the vast majority of cases it originates in the mouth. We explain where it comes from, what helps lastingly and when a medical assessment makes sense.
7min readOral Hygiene
Manual, electric or sonic toothbrush. What really cleans best.
Manual toothbrushes clean sufficiently when the technique is right. Electric rotary toothbrushes and sonic toothbrushes clean somewhat more effectively in studies, especially for patients with negligent brushing technique. The choice is secondary. More important is correct application, the right frequency and supplementing with dental floss or interdental brushes.
8min readPrevention
Pregnancy and dental health. What you should know.
Hormonal changes during pregnancy increase the risk of gum inflammation and caries. Routine check-ups and dental hygiene are safe in every trimester. With acute complaints go immediately to the dentist; an untreated inflammation is riskier than most treatments.
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Costs & Insurance
10Insurance
Dental treatment in Switzerland or abroad. What is behind the price difference.
Dental treatments in Hungary, Turkey or Spain are advertised with significantly lower prices. The price difference is real but has reasons in material, personnel costs, warranty services and aftercare. The risks lie in aftercare, communication and treatment of complications. A factual assessment helps to make a well-founded decision.
11min readInsurance
Dental accident. Who pays after a fall, sport or bike accident.
With a dental accident not health insurance but accident insurance pays. For working persons that is SUVA or the UVG insurance of the employer, for non-working persons health insurance via the accident module. With children and adolescents the system is more complex. Quick action after the accident is medically decisive.
9min readInsurance
Which supplementary dental insurance is worthwhile. Criteria for selection in Switzerland.
Swiss basic insurance does not generally cover dental treatments. A supplementary dental insurance can be sensible but is not worthwhile for every person and in every life phase. This article explains the most important criteria for selection, the most common pitfalls and when conclusion makes sense from a dental perspective.
10min readInsurance
Basic insurance or supplementary insurance. Who pays what at the dentist.
Swiss basic insurance (KVG) pays for dental treatments only in narrowly defined exceptions. The dental supplementary insurance (VVG) covers part of routine costs and implants, depending on tariff. The choice of the right insurance depends on age, dental status and financial situation. Those who sign up early benefit from lower premiums.
9min readInsurance
Payment plans at the dentist. What is possible in Switzerland and how it works.
Larger dental treatments such as implants, bridges or orthodontic therapies can be financially burdening at once. Swiss dental practices offer different models of installment payment. This article explains the common options, their pros and cons and how you discuss the topic with your practice.
6min readInsurance
What does a root canal treatment cost in Switzerland.
A root canal treatment in Switzerland costs between CHF 600 and 2,000 depending on number of roots and anatomy, without the definitive restoration with crown or build-up. Costs vary strongly by tooth position, canal complexity and whether it is a primary treatment or a revision. This article explains the cost structure and the main variability factors.
8min readInsurance
What does a dental implant cost in Switzerland.
A dental implant in Switzerland costs between CHF 3,500 and 6,500 per tooth depending on constellation, including crown. More complex cases with bone augmentation or sinus lift run higher. Concrete amounts only emerge after assessment and 3D diagnostics. This article explains the cost structure and the main variability factors.
9min readInsurance
The written cost estimate. What is in it and what it is good for.
A cost estimate is a written treatment plan with detailed listing of all planned services, materials and tariff positions. Resident prepares it before every larger treatment. You can submit it to your insurance or use it as a decision basis.
5min readInsurance
What health insurance covers at the dentist. And what not.
Swiss basic insurance covers dental treatments only in narrowly defined exceptional cases. Routine dental care is a self-pay matter but can be covered through supplementary insurance with dental care module. This article explains the system and shows how you proceed specifically.
8min readInsurance
EMR and ASCA. What the two recognitions mean and which insurances require them.
EMR and ASCA are two Swiss quality registers that play a role in the reimbursement of dental hygiene and complementary medical services via supplementary insurances. This article explains the two registers, their differences and which Swiss insurances require which recognition.
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Anxiety & Comfort
2Dental Anxiety
Dental anxiety. How we make treatment calmer.
Fear of the dentist is common and ranges from mild nerves to a genuine phobia. We explain why it matters, how we make the appointment calmer and what medical options exist for fear-free treatment.
8min readAnesthesia
Local anesthesia, nitrous oxide or general anesthesia. Which form for which treatment.
Most dental treatments are performed under local anesthesia. Nitrous oxide supplements local anesthesia and reduces anxiety without deep sleep. Twilight sleep and general anesthesia are options for complex procedures or pronounced dental anxiety. The choice depends on procedure scope, anxiety level and medical situation.
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Emergency
2Emergency
Emergency dentist on weekends or evenings. Which Resident location is open.
With acute tooth pain, a knocked-out tooth or a broken crown, quick action is important. Resident Winterthur and Resident Rapperswil-Jona are open seven days and take emergencies directly. On weekdays all six locations are available. For Sunday or late evening emergencies the SSO emergency hotline 0848 88 99 33 is reachable in addition.
5min readEmergency
Emergency dentist in eastern Switzerland. Contact points on weekends and at night.
For dental emergencies in eastern Switzerland there are multiple contact points. Resident operates seven-day locations in Winterthur and Rapperswil-Jona. Weekday locations in Berg, Ermatingen, Küsnacht and Bellevue. The SSO emergency hotline 0848 88 99 33 refers cantonally. For life-threatening situations the emergency room of the nearest clinic is the right address.
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Practice & Technology
5Digital Dentistry
Digital impressions and CEREC. Ceramic in a single visit.
Instead of an impression with paste, we scan the tooth with an intraoral scanner. With CAD/CAM and CEREC, ceramic restorations can be designed and milled directly in the practice. We explain the workflow, the limits and when a dental laboratory remains the better route.
8min readDigital Dentistry
3D dental imaging (CBCT). When a three-dimensional scan makes sense.
A CBCT shows the jaw in three dimensions and reveals structures that remain hidden on an ordinary x-ray. We explain the difference from a 2D x-ray, when a 3D scan is indicated and how it makes procedures safer.
7min readLocation
Resident locations compared. Which one fits you.
Resident operates six locations in German-speaking Switzerland with different focuses, opening hours and access profiles. Winterthur and Rapperswil-Jona are open seven days. Bellevue is multilingual and oriented to city center patients. Berg and Ermatingen serve the Lake Constance region. Küsnacht the Gold Coast. This overview helps choose the suitable location.
7min readPractice Organization
Group practice or owner-operated practice. Which model for which patient.
Group practices bundle multiple practitioners and specialties under one roof with long opening hours and continuous availability. Owner-operated single practices offer personal treatment continuity through the same dentist. Both models have strengths. The choice depends on treatment complexity, comfort demand and personal preference.
8min readSpecialists
Implantology specialists at Resident. Who performs which procedures.
Resident bundles implantological and surgical specialties in a specialist network. Dr. Dejan Dragisic, oral surgery specialist, is the main practitioner for complex implantations, bone augmentation and All-on-4 restorations at the Bellevue location. Sedation specialists Heller, Bärtsch and Benz support treatments under anesthesia. This overview shows the specialties and their locations.
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