Dr. med. dent. Ekkehard Pfitzenmaier
German Dentist in Málaga | Implantology · Aesthetic Dentistry · Oral Rehabilitation
With more than two decades of professional experience on the Costa del Sol, Dr. med. dent. Ekkehard Pfitzenmaierhas become a trusted reference for both national and international patients seeking modern, personalised, and high-quality dental care.
After completing his dental studies and obtaining his doctoral degree from the prestigious Ruprecht-Karls University of Heidelberg (Germany), he began his professional career in a family-run dental practice in Germany before permanently relocating to Málaga in 2002.
Since then, he has dedicated his career to developing a dental philosophy based on clinical excellence, technological innovation, and individualised patient care.
A Different Philosophy
Modern dentistry is about far more than simply treating teeth.
For Dr. Pfitzenmaier, every treatment should be tailored to the individual patient, taking into account their expectations, functional requirements, and aesthetic goals.
For this reason, EkiDental Clinic combines state-of-the-art technology, premium-quality materials, and personalised care within a comfortable and relaxed environment.
The aim is to create a positive dental experience where health, wellbeing, functionality, and aesthetics are integrated into one comprehensive concept.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Pfitzenmaier’s clinical practice focuses primarily on:
- Advanced Dental Implantology
- Comprehensive Oral Rehabilitation
- High-Aesthetic Dental Prosthetics
- Implant-Supported Prostheses
- Periodontology and Gum Health
- Aesthetic Dentistry
- Minimally Invasive Dentistry
- Functional Smile Rehabilitation
His treatment philosophy always prioritises the preservation of natural tooth structure whenever possible, combining evidence-based dentistry with the latest technological advances.
German Technology and Digital Dentistry
Precision is one of the fundamental pillars of our clinical philosophy.
For this reason, we work with:
- State-of-the-art CAD/CAM technology
- Digital intraoral scanners
- 3D radiographic diagnostics
- Digital implant planning
- High-precision zirconia crowns and prosthetic restorations
- Carefully selected premium dental materials
In addition, we collaborate with specialised master dental laboratories that share our commitment to quality, innovation, and technical excellence.
International Experience
Throughout his professional career, Dr. Pfitzenmaier has worked with several renowned medical and dental institutions in Germany and Spain.
These include:
- Dental Clinic Dres. Armin & Ekkehard Pfitzenmaier (Germany)
- Clínica Rincón
- Centro Médico Torrox Costa
- Xanit International Hospital
- EkiDental Clinic Málaga
He is also the co-founder of Centro Médico La Malagueta, a multidisciplinary medical centre that brings together various healthcare specialties under one roof with the aim of providing comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
Multilingual Care for International Patients
Thanks to his extensive experience treating patients from a wide range of nationalities, Dr. Pfitzenmaier regularly cares for residents and visitors from:
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- The Netherlands
- Belgium
- Switzerland
- Austria
- Scandinavian countries
Fluent communication in German, English, and Spanish allows patients to enjoy clear, transparent, and personalised care throughout every stage of their treatment.
“The best dentistry is not simply about restoring teeth. It is about improving people’s quality of life.”
Dr. med. dent. Ekkehard Pfitzenmaier
Founder of EkiDental Clinic and Co-Founder of Centro Médico La Malagueta
Career:
Ekkehard Pfitzenmaier, born the 19/07/1963 in Heidelberg. Studied dentistry at the university Ruperto Carola Heidelberg. Dental license: 01/1994 , Dr. med. dent. 07/1999 with the doctoral thesis: Studies on the compressive strength of ceramic veneered galvano crowns on implants in collaboration with the Frialit AG Mannheim.
Further education:
- 03/1991 Participation in the European dental training conference in Davos, with focus on implantology.
- 04/1991 Participation in the International Dental Congress in Meran VTZ.
- 02/1992 Training in implantology of the Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg (Branemark System).
- 03/1992 Participation in the European training conference in Davos, focus planning and prosthetic reconstructions to endosseous implants and possibilities and limits of ceramic restorations.
- 05/1992 Participation in the International Dental Congress in Meran VTZ.
- 09/1992 Participation of the 80th International World Congress in Berlin.
- 10/1992 Fortbildung in HNO der Ruprechts Karls Universität Heidelberg
- 02/1993 Participation in the European dental training conference in Davos specializing aesthetic implantology pharmacology, emergencies in the dental practice.
- 04/1993 Participation in the International Dental Congress in Meran VTZ.
- 01/1994 Training in oral prophylaxis / saliva diagnostics.
09/1994 Master in Implantology. - 03/1995 Accounting method for dentures and crowns.
- 04/1995 Participation in Prosthetics Symposium Girrbach.
- 05/1995 Participation in the Functional Diagnostics Congress in Eutingen.
- 05/1995 Acupuncture training in the dental surgery.
- 05/1995 Participation in the Bad Schönborner Pain Conference.
- 06/1995 Training in Periodontology at Drs. Rateitschak.
- 09/1995 Training in Branemark implant system.
- 11/1995 Training in homeopathy of the LZK Hessen.
- 11/1995 Training in galvano conical crowns or galvano telescope crowns on natural teeth or implants of the DGZH.
- 10/1995 Attend the training in bio-resonance therapy by Brüggemann.
- 02/1996 Theoretical and practical application of dental laser technology ADLS.
- 02/1996 Participation in Vivadent Forum in Heidelberg.
- 11/1996 Immunotoxicology of dental substitutes.
- 01/1996 – 02/1998 Master in Naturopathic Dentistry by IAZ.
- 05/1997 Issue of the certificate in ITI implant systems.
- 01/1998 Economy Seminar: Professional practice management.
- 02/1998 Course on dental prosthetics settlement by FVDZ.
- 02/1998 Accounting method of orthodontics of the LZKH.
- 02/1998 Participation in the training oral bone replacement surgery and soft tissue management Dr. M. Pikos (Florida).
- 10/1998 Participation in the 86th FDI World Congress in Barcelona.
- 09/1998 – 03/2000 Master’s degree in education and dental hypnosis.
- 09/1999 Participation in the 87the FDI World Congress in Mexico City.
- 10/2000 – 11/2000 Certificate from the Academy of traditional Chinese Medicine at the Guang An Men Hospital, Beijing (China), special course in traditional Chinese medicine.
- 09/2001 Participation in the 89th. FDI World Congress in Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia.
- 01/2001 Authorizing the training of dental nurses by the BZK.
- 09/2006 Live appearance on the radio Algarobbo – 10 – part series.
- 02/2008 – 04/2009 Training in ATM.
- 10/2009 – 05/2010 Training in dental pharmacology.
- 10/2011 Surgery Course.
- 03/2012 Intensive advanced implantology: sinus lift operation, bio materials, direct implantation und inserting immediately loadable implants
- 06/2013 Training in the Atlantis system from Dentsply – implantology.
- 09/2013 Radio dentist at www.radiodelsol.es – 10-part radio series.
- 05/2014 Training at Biotechnology Institute (recognize and treat Periimplantitis).
- 09/2014 Radio dentist at Radio del Sol Malaga - 10-part series: Information from the german dentist on the Costa del Sol.
- 03/2015 Staying with PTV Telekom early evening program Malaga TeVé
- 04/ 2015 Participation in the training advanced digital implantology (DVT) and prosthetic planning GALIMPLANT Sarria ES
- 06/ 2015 Training in piezoelectric surgery with precision lenses Málaga
- 10/ 2015 Seminar : Hypersensitivity of Dentines Johnson & Johnson Malaga
- 11/ 2015 Alpha Bio Day Malaga Solutions in Implantology
- 02.2016 Customer Service Award Whatclinic
- 03/ 2016 Appearence on Radio Victoria
- 05/ 2016 Radio dentist at Radio del Sol Málaga - 10-part series: Information from the german dentist on the Costa del Sol
- 05/ 2016 Open session on mucogingival surgery -autografts vs allografts and using the cortical sheet a a barrier element Formacion Osteógenos /COEMA
- 05/ 2016 Symposium Parodontale Gesundheit - Die Wichtigkeit der Vorsorge Johnson & Johnson, Málaga
- 08/ 2017 Colgate Tour Mission Salud Bucal, Antequera
- 09/ 2017 Colgate Tour Mission Salud Bucal, Marbella
- 03/ 2018 Customer Service Award Whatclinic
- 04/ 2018 Training in obtencion and managing autologous leukoplakine and fibrin. Dr. Fabricio Le Draper Vieira/Medical 10
- 05/ 2018 Conclusions and materials developed by the EFP - Dr I. Sanz - Web Seminar Colgate
- 01-06/ 2018 The clinical management of caries, 6 training moduls by Colgate
- 10/ 2018 Diabetics in the dental practice - Prof. Dr. Ziebolz - CP-Gaba-Colgate
- 10/ 2018 New recommendations based on evidence for the management of children with decay - Web Seminar Colgate - Dr. M. Hernandez
- 11/ 2018 Prevention for those pacientes in need of care - CP-Gaba-Colgate
- 03/ 2020 Training in Hyaluronic Acid - Dr. Edgar Teddy Romero
- 09/2023 SAT 1 German TV "Urlaubs Docs"
- 4/2024 SVB Training with ADE
Memberships and training in Germany (until 2002) and / or in Spain: BZÄK, Landeszahnärztekammer Hessen IAZ, DGZMK, Philipp Pfaff Gesellschaft, FDI ( World Dental Federation ), Karlsruhe Academy, FDI.
Workplaces:
Workplaces in Germany: self-employed in private practice with my father in Heidelberg.
Workplaces in Spain:
Clinica Rincón: 3/2002 – 6/2012.
Centro Médico Torrox Costa: since 6/2002.
Hospital Internacional Xanit: 9/2009 – 6/2011.
Clinica Dr. Eki Dental: since 2010.
Additional training:
Dental technician school teacher for the training of dental assistents and dental hyginists.
