"Ask the Expert": What's it like to restore SDS?

In the third episode of our “Ask the Expert” series, experienced SDS Ambassadors share how restoring SDS zirconia implants fits into their daily clinical workflow. The focus is on intuitiveness, predictability, and efficiency throughout the restorative phase.

Their insights reveal a common theme: restoring SDS feels much more like restoring a natural tooth than working with a conventional implant system.

Intuitive restoration like a natural tooth

Dr. Corbin Popp emphasizes how simple the SDS protocol is. The restoration follows familiar workflows from conventional tooth preparation and requires no additional complex steps – a benefit for both new and experienced users.

Dr. Cody Kriegel also highlights the intuitive handling of SDS implants:

Aesthetics as a central outcome

For Dr. Jigar Gandhi, the visual quality of the restoration is key. SDS restorations allow for a natural appearance that blends harmoniously into the overall smile.

Restoring without complexity

Dr. Judson Wall highlights the advantages of the SDS system for soft tissue management. The system minimizes risks common with other implants, such as cement extrusion or interference with the biologic width:

Efficient workflow and rapid delivery

Dr. Louis A. Alicea stresses the time savings for both practice and patient. Thanks to digital workflows, restorations can often be completed very quickly.

Clear communication with the dental lab

Dr. Holly Thompson explains that collaboration with the dental lab is simplified. The preparation resembles that of a natural tooth, allowing for clear communication of requirements.

Predictability at gingival level

Dr. Yuriy May describes the high reliability of the restorative process. All steps are performed at or above gingival level, without disturbing soft tissue integration.

Conclusion

The statements from SDS Ambassadors clearly demonstrate that restoring SDS zirconia implants is intuitive, efficient, and clinically well-controlled. For many clinicians, it feels less like an implant restoration and more like restoring a natural tooth.

For those who want to learn more, the full video of our third “Ask the Expert” episode is available directly in this post or on the SDS YouTube channel.

*Note: All quotes are from original English interviews and have been included here in the original wording, shortened for readability. The full video reflects the complete statements of the SDS users.