Prof. Dr. med. Ralph Luthardt

Prof. Dr. med. Ralph G. Luthardt is an esteemed dental prosthetics specialist with 37 years of experience. He has an impressive academic background, including a Ph. D. thesis on detecting osteoradionecrosis of the mandible after radiotherapy of head and neck tumors. He also completed a research stay at Tufts University, further expanding his expertise. Dr. Luthardt has held various prestigious positions, such as W3 Professorship for dental prosthetics and materials science at the University of Ulm. He is currently a Professor, Medical Director, and Chief Physician at the Department of dental prosthetics at the University Hospital Ulm. With over 210 scientific publications, Dr. Luthardt's research focuses on dental prosthetics and their impact on oral health-related quality of life. His studies, such as the Randomized Shortened Dental Arch Study, have provided valuable insights into tooth loss, periodontal health, and rehabilitating shortened dental arches. Dr. Luthardt's extensive experience, academic achievements, and commitment to research make him a highly respected and sought-after dental prosthetics specialist. His expertise and innovative approach contribute to advancements in the field, ultimately improving patient outcomes and well-being.