Clinical Matters: The EAO Podcast

Successful implant treatment starts long before the restoration is delivered.In this episode, hosts Nicole Winitsky and Lukas Fürhauser are joined by Duygu Karasan for a practical, evidence-based discussion on prosthetic treatment planning and the clinical decisions that influence long-term success.From material selection and Ti-bases to occlusion, vertical dimension and cantilever restorations, the conversation explores how thoughtful planning can help clinicians prevent common prosthetic complications and achieve more predictable outcomes.Whether you're an experienced implant clinician or looking to strengthen your restorative decision-making, this episode offers practical insights grounded in science to support your everyday clinical practice.

Why do experienced clinicians still make mistakes?⁣⁣⁣In this episode, former EAO President and internationally recognised implant dentistry expert Franck Renouard turns the lens inward - exploring the human factors that shape clinical decision-making. Why do experienced clinicians still make mistakes? How do bias, pressure and perception quietly influence the choices we make?Franck draws on decades of expertise to offer a candid, thought-provoking look at human error and risk, and the practical steps clinicians can take to make better decisions in everyday practice.

In this episode, EAO President Gil Alcoforado shares expert insights on immediate implant placement, evidence-based decision making, and the importance of prioritising long-term biological outcomes. The conversation highlights how clinicians can balance scientific evidence with clinical experience to support safer, more predictable treatment decisions in daily practice.

In this very first episode of the Clinical Matters: The EAO Podcast, we are honoured to introduce Istvan Urban. He is far more than a skilled surgeon—his mastery of intraoral bone and soft-tissue regeneration is truly extraordinary. We might even go so far as to call him the "intraoral Picasso".In today’s conversation, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the strategies, principles and thought processes behind his remarkable regenerative results. We hope this episode deepens your understanding of soft- and hard-tissue management and helps you further refine your skills, enabling you to deliver even better treatment outcomes for your patients. Join us as we explore the intersection of artistry, clinical expertise and science. 

Welcome to Clinical Matters: The EAO Podcast, celebrating the very best in implant dentistry. Each month, hosts Nicole Winitsky and Lukas Furhauser bring you conversations with world-renowned clinicians who share the science, stories and strategies shaping our field.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣From research breakthroughs to practical insights you can apply in daily practice, this is your go-to channel for professional growth and connection.⁣⁣⁣