Prof. med. dr. Vygandas Rutkūnas
Prosthodontist
My biggest professional satisfaction is helping patients avoid problems and solving them effectively using innovative technology and newfound knowledge. However, first I try to listen, understand, and help. To provide treatment based on the best scientific knowledge. The rest is the art of medicine.
- 1995-2000: undergraduate studies, Kaunas Medical University, Faculty of Dentistry
- From 2001 onwards: private practice
- 2002-2004: postgraduate studies in Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Department of Masticatory Function Rehabilitation, Japan Head of course: doc. H. Mizutani, prof. T. Ohyama.
- 2004. A.R. Frechette 2004 New Investigator Award at IADR (International Association for Dental Research), Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
- 2006 April 10: Doctor's degree in biomedical sciences, field of dentistry (PhD)
- From 2006 onwards: Lecturer and head of Department of Prosthodontics, Vilnius University, Institute of Dentistry
- 2008-2014: Head of VšĮ Odontologų ortopedų studijų klubas
- From 2009 onwards: Associate professor, Vilnius University, Institute of Dentistry
- From 2016 onwards: Chairman of Lithuanian society of prosthodontics (Lietuvos odontologų ortopedų draugija)
- From 2018 onwards: Board member of European Prosthodontic Association
- From 2019 onwards: Board member of Digital Dentistry Society
- From 2019 onwards: Professor, Vilnius University, Institute of Dentistry
- From 2022 onwards: President of European Prosthodontic Association
- From 2007 onwards: Founder of the ProDentum clinic, Digitorum laboratory and study center
Biography
Head of Digitorum research team, main work areas: validation of digital tooth and implant restoration methods, 3D-printing in tissue regeneration, bruxism monitoring, etc.
Creator and developer of TFW (Accurate Digital Implantology and Prosthodontics) implant placement and prosthodontics workflow
Author of four textbooks on prosthodontics in English, author of four textbooks on prosthodontics in Lithuanian
Author of more than 50 lectures in international conferences, more than 70 lectures in scientific or clinical conferences in Lithuania. Participated in approx. 100 conferences and education events in Lithuania and abroad. Organizer of approx. 25 continuing education events.
Member of IADR, EAO, EPA, IJP, LPD, LOOD, DDS, ITI, FOR. Member of the Lithuanian Dental Chamber.
Reviewer of twelve international research journals.
Doctor’s work
Guided implant placement and digital prosthodontics
Patient came to the clinic because of the bad condition of the teeth, gum inflammation, insufficient chewing, “collapsed” bite and deteriorated appearance. After thorough examination, digital smile design was performed. Thanks to digital technology, guided implant placement and zirconia ceramic restorations were planned to restore chewing and aesthetics.
Laboratory – Digitorum LAB www.digitorum.eu
Treatment performed by: Prof. med. dr. Vygandas Rutkūnas
Prosthodontist
Implant placement and restoration using CAD/CAM and 3D printing
Loss of all upper teeth and chewing ability, bad aesthetics, damaged lower teeth. Our specialists helped to save and restore the lower teeth. Using digital technology, a new bite and a new smile were planned. 3D-printed surgical guides were used for implant placement. Using modern technology, biocompatible all-ceramic restorations were manufactured to restore proper chewing ability, speech and aesthetics.
Laboratory – Digitorum LAB www.digitorum.eu
Treatment performed by: Prof. med. dr. Vygandas Rutkūnas
Prosthodontist
