Thu 20 Nov
|Central London
Teeth Vs Implants - when to keep and when to extract with Dr Nikolaos Gkranias
Natural teeth provide sensory feedback, some functional adaptability and may preserve bone through natural function. However, they are prone to decay, infections, and wear. Dental implants on the other hand are durable, decay-resistant, and restore function and aesthetics after tooth loss. Yet, they
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20 Nov 2025, 18:30 – 21:00
Central London
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Dr Nikolaos Gkranias DDS, MClinDent, Cert.Perio(EFP), FHEA, PhD
Dr Nikolaos Gkranias qualified in Dentistry from Athens University. In 2003, following his military service as a dentist in the Greek Army, he was accepted as a postgraduate at UCL Eastman Dental Institute’s 3 year MClinDent Course in Periodontology. He graduated in 2006 and he was awarded with “Distinction” a MClinDent in Periodontology as well as a European Federation in Periodontology (EFP) Certificate in Periodontology. In 2014 he was awarded a PhD in Clinical Periodontology under the theme of “Associations of Periodontitis and Diabetes Mellitus” Between 2009 and 2016 he was a Clinical Lecturer and Specialty Dentist, at UCL Eastman Dental Institute and Eastman Dental Hospital. Since 2016, he has been appointed Senior Clinical Lecturer & Honorary Consultant (Currently Clinical Reader/Honorary Consultant) in Periodontology and Deputy Director at the Centre for Oral Clinical Research (COCR), Barts & The London School of…