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Dr. med. dent. Thomas Marc Schulte
Praxis Dr. med. dent. Thomas Marc Schulte
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When Dr. Thomas Marc Schulte converted the Hamburg city villa from 1926 into his practice, many friends were skeptical: "Too much work, too little substance," they warned him. But Schulte saw the gem behind the facade. And he was right. His practice has found a beautiful home. Schulte's keen eye for hidden beauty is also a great gift in his interactions with his patients: "Many who come to me have major problems with their teeth," says the dentist. "But I see the potential and quickly have a vision of how beautiful the teeth will look in the future." With this confidence, Schulte guides each individual through the treatments, from damaged teeth to a radiant smile.
Schulte completed his dental studies in Kiel: "Small study groups, great supervision," he recalls. After his studies, one of his professors recommended him as a junior partner in one of the best practices for aesthetic dentistry in Schleswig-Holstein. Twelve years later, he founded his own practice. "I wanted to be my own boss." In 2003, he consciously chose his small, fine practice: two treatment rooms and one prophylaxis room. He is supported by four master dental technicians and a small practice team. "I master my craft and have market-standard prices," Schulte explains his success concept. Continuous education is also important to him.
Der Generalist für Zahnprobleme in Hamburg
Im Gegensatz zu vielen Kollegen setzt der 56-Jährige auf Generalistentum. Das heißt: Er betreut und behandelt jeden Patienten vom ersten Handschlag bis zum letzten Abschlussfoto persönlich, von der häufig notwendigen präpothetischen Kieferorthopädie über verschönernde Veneers bis zu Implantaten. „Ich tauche in jeden Fall komplett ein“, beschreibt Schulte. Bei größeren Eingriffen nimmt er sich auch mal einen halben Tag Zeit.
Für ihn ist jede Behandlung ein gemeinsamer Weg, der Zahnarzt und Patient fest zusammenschweißt. „Das enge und vertrauensvolle Verhältnis zum Patienten ist für mich die Grundlage meiner Arbeit“, erzählt der gebürtige Rheinländer. In enger Abstimmung mit Patient und Zahntechniker formen sich die Wünsche und Ideen zu einem konkreten Konzept für schöne Zähne. Zunächst gilt es, Zahnfleisch und Zahnsubstanz in einen gesunden Zustand zu versetzen. Im zweiten Schritt spielt die Ästhetik eine wichtige Rolle. „Im Kontakt mit dem Patienten bekomme ich schnell ein Gefühl dafür, welche Zahnform und -farbe zu der Person passt.“
Schulte ist ein Macher. Auch große Behandlungen führt er in der Regel in zwei Sitzungen durch. Zunächst berät er den Patienten ausführlich. Beim ersten Mal saniert Schulte in vier bis fünf Stunden alle Zähne und trifft die Vorbereitungen für die Implantate. Dank minimalinvasiver Techniken setzt der Zahnarzt nur kleine Schnitte, die Knochenhaut bleibt weitgehend intakt. „Unsere Patienten gehen mit einem Provisorium nach Hause, das schon sehr nah am Endergebnis ist“, erklärt Schulte. Die Patienten dürfen ihre Zähne sofort benutzen. „Zügige Belastung in Maßen fördert die Heilung.“
"The close and trusting relationship with the patient is the foundation of my work for me."
Dr. med. dent. Thomas Marc Schulte
Then, the dental technicians prepare the new teeth. Four weeks later, the second treatment appointment is scheduled. The technician accompanies the treatment on site. "We make small color and shape changes directly in the treatment room."
Schulte is constantly on the lookout for new methods that are even more compatible and make the dentist visit even more pleasant. For two years now, he has only been using zirconia full ceramics for implants and bridges. "The material is extremely fracture-resistant and compatible. There are no black edges or dark roots," explains Schulte. He avoids metal as much as possible. For particularly sensitive patients, he has all substances tested for compatibility by an expert in electroacupuncture.
Digital techniques in dentistry
Schulte increasingly relies on digital techniques. The new computer process "Cerec AC" makes it possible to produce inlays, onlays, partial crowns, and temporaries without bothersome impressions. The Blue Ray camera captures the tooth optically and transmits the data to a special CAD milling machine, which then produces a perfectly fitting restoration. "The process has many advantages for the patient, is extremely fracture-resistant, and is comparatively inexpensive. And the optical results are convincing!" says Schulte.
His latest passion is the new polyetheretherketone (PEEK). "This special material is very popular with patients," the dentist is pleased to say. It is mainly used for implant-supported bridges. The special material has natural elasticity, is relineable, and is very easy to care for. It adapts better to the oral cavity than older materials. A great advantage especially for patients who used to often struggle with sore spots in the mouth caused by small edges and corners of the bridges.
Being able to attend to the finest details also pleases Schulte. He loves woodturning, and in his free time, he enjoys working with wood. His latest project: a bed for his daughter. Lovingly sanded, with a beautiful curve on the headboard. Milling and sanding, to create something beautiful, is simply his thing.
