Branemark

Branemark is a surname of Swedish origin. It is most famously associated with Per-Ingvar Brånemark, a Swedish scientist and physician, often referred to as the "father of modern dental implants." Brånemark's pioneering research in the 1950s and 1960s led to the discovery of osseointegration, the process by which living bone fuses with the surface of a titanium implant. This groundbreaking work revolutionized restorative dentistry, enabling the creation of stable and long-lasting artificial tooth roots that could support dentures and crowns. The company Nobel Biocare, which commercialized his findings, became a global leader in dental implantology. The Brånemark name is therefore synonymous with advancements in implant dentistry and has had a profound impact on the lives of millions seeking solutions for tooth loss. The surname itself is derived from Old Norse elements, possibly relating to "branch" and "mark" or "border," suggesting an ancestral connection to a geographical area or feature. While Per-Ingvar Brånemark is the most prominent figure, the surname is shared by other individuals and families in Sweden and beyond.