Dentistry Today — April 2026

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   Dentistry Today Founder . Paul F. Radcliffe Remembered for o . . Vision, Leadership, and Lasting Legacy A pioneer in dental publishing who helped shape clinical dentistry education for more than four decades. Editor’s Note: marriage that lasted until her passing in 2017. Family remained at This issue is dedicated to the memory of Paul F. Radcliffe, whose vision the center of his life—and would later become a defining part of the and commitment to clinical excellence helped shape Dentistry Today publication he built. and the profession it serves. For more than four decades, Paul led Dentistry Today, guiding its…

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   EDITOR’S PAGE Do ——————————— Th e L on an d — profession deeply, and in return, the profession respected g 4 ho what he created. Very few people have had the opportu- . 4 nity to start something that lasts 45 years. Fewer still build \ N inding Ro ad Lae something that becomes part of the professional fabric of an bE entire field. Paul did both. . 7 As we mark this anniversary year, I cannot help but think aul Radcliffe, the founder of Dentistry Today, passed about the risk he took in those early days—the uncertainty, P= last…

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   8 ——————————————————————————— Five Trends Reshapin rahi chin Vi P & Our lives are busier than ever. Attention is spread thin, time . is scarce, and people's patience is even more so. People no lonthe Fut 1 | I e of Dentist I y . ger want to wait or return for multiple appointments. They Ve /} want fewer doctor visits and their procedure done in a single => appointment. They don’t want to have to return a second time en] firststarted working on 3D printing with my / for a night guard or a crown. co-founders, Thad no idea it…

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   VIEWPOINT ee --—————————————————— continued from page 8 7 remains is better care and longerple and seamless. A patient can walk jt still feels like we are only now scratching the lasting restorations. in with damaged teeth and leave the A 8 same day with a restored smile. surface of what's possible. 5. Making Dental Care More You might say that chairside | ———— Affordable and Accessible CEREC has been the topic for 20 Last, but not least, is the way 3D years and never achieved more than second opinion—it’s amazing how Don’t wait—get started. This is what printing new materials…

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   = I . . . The Evolution of Smile Aesthetics: - From TMJ Relief to Whole-Face Wellness Dr. Kristen Graham, a biological dentist from Phoenix, explains the changing definition of aesthetic dentistry and mental wellness, and what the future holds. Kristen Graham, DDS treatments to patients to help them feel and look their best. | introduced EMFACE Functional entistry used to be a specialty (BTL Aesthetics) for TMJ treatment because | of medicine, before it branched 4 was looking for alternatives to neuromodulaoff into a fragmented section of tors and toxins to treat TMJ disorder. There are healthcare. Teeth are…

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   PRODUCT PROFILE I — If dentists don’t TREAT THE ENTIRE FACIAL ECOSYSTEM, someone else will... HA is the product used in fillers. The EXION RF the chaotic world in which we live. Stress and technology tells your body to make its own—up anxiety play a key role in inflammation, and } to 224%! It also boosts collagen and elastin even caries formation. Instead of just focus- (47% more collagen, and 50% more elastin). ing on treating a dental symptom, | want to go Fe \ This technology is an incredible way to improve upstream from the problem and try to…

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   Reci Minima Files | he Abili eciproc Minima Files Improve the Ability to Reach Working Length - in Narrow and Strongly Curved Canals oN Qectsety _ Reciproc® Minima - A FRR = L ERE | I 2 1 re Ww, Dentsply CA —- oo ES Ww Sirona K Reciproc Minima. A complete solution featuring oP files and matching color-coded obturation. 2 a [3 I E-: Reciproc Min- : f ima, the next generation A i of the Reciproc family of Sa —T | Reciproc® Minima i —— TE pe endodontic files from Dentsply \ A fie Brecpicpier Ste efor Sirona.…

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   - - - Clinical Use of a Self-Cure Composite in a Heavily Fractured Tooth — : — Pp CEN 5 | = =] ] as Ss i . : \ u 9d “ | ¥ d BN > ars § ) - I" 2. : Rl 1 por “\ ‘ Y = | WN - d Figure 1. Periapical radiograph of the Figure 2. Lower left first molar Figure 3. Lower left first molar Figure 4. Lower left first molar Figure 5. Washing of the lower left first molar tooth (tooth No. 36) tooth (Tooth No. 36) with a tooth…

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   I reaches around 90% of its a b — 3 — full polymerization, signifi- ) | = 3 ) * He ———_) 3 F cantly higher than the 40% J - H » ’ < to 45% conversion reported g of [ 57 for most conventional lighti | f cured composites. The final J ) . result (Figure 8) provided - - ; . Figure 7a. Application of Figure 7b. Stela Automix Figure 7c. Complete en efficient and stisfeo the Stela primer to the syringe bent and placed filling of the cavity without [EE | tory outcome, much to the…

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    18 —— Ritter Dental USA Operatory Bundle Delivers Integrated Solution SAN ANTONIO—Equipping a practice often requires sourcing multiple vendors u — and coordinating compatibility. The Ritter Complete Operatory Bundle eliminates < f this by delivering a clinically ready, multi-unit operatory solution engineered as an integrated system. Each Vanguard dental unit includes an electric lift rated for 400 —~ Ibs, 30° swivel positioning, right/left conversion, overhead LED lighting, and dedi- ‘ Ea = cated doctor/assistant delivery. A 4HP compressor powers 5 operatories, while the r Shy = Metasys Excom Hybrid suction supports up to 6. Imaging is fully included: Mobile r-…

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    = INNOVATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY Straumann SPOTLIGHT Intraoral Scanner Elevates Xlear, Inc Digital Dentistr y Toothpaste Blends Science ANDOVER, Mass—The SIRIOS X3 intraoral scan- < S53 ner offers a comprehensive set of benefits designed and Simplicity to elevate digital dentistry, enabling personalized treatment workflows and supporting a wide range AMERICAN FORK, Utah—Spry Enamelof clinical indications. It delivers a seamless intra- Max Toothpaste blends science and simplicoral scanning experience, especially in full-arch ity to deliver advanced enamel protection and and complex cases. Its lightweight, ergonomic total-mouth wellness without compromise. pen-grip design ensures comfort for both clinician Formulated with xylitol—a natural, dentistand patient,…

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    —_ = tm —— re es ee a CARIES ISYAIBAGTERTALSDISEASE 5 { A [J Ee Spry® EnamelMax is formulated to more effectively prevent tooth decay by suppressing Streptococcus mutans activity, disrupt cariogenic biofilm, AND strengthen enamel at the biological level. PATHOGENIC BALANCED ORAL BIOFILM MICROBIOME : : . FH g \ LY : Fl Cavities are not solely caused by poor brushing, flossing, or a lack of fluoride: it is driven by a [F] x 3 EN pathogenic shift in the oral microbiome towards acid-producing bacteria such as S. mutans. 2 g 3 g z 2 Es Spry® EnamelMax toothpaste…

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    INNOVATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY = Directa USA Ascentcare Dental Products CAD/CAM Blocks Single-Use Mouthpiece Designed Combine Strength, to Deliver Efficient Isolation Flexibility, and Aesthetics GRAND HAVEN, Mich—The company has ¢ expanded its award-winning isolation line NEWTOWN, with the official launch of the VacuLUX Sin Conn—Ceramir - Q gle-Use mouthpiece. Designed to mirror the CAD/CAM BLOCKS s ELE . . . ES performance of its autoclavable predecessor, area revolutionary bY he KE BE E \& this disposable version offers dental profes ; : / I - \ ¢ q : hy PCr. bioceramic material Po { § sionals high-performance isolation with the…

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    In First Impressions, George Freedman, DDS, \ gives readers a brief - summary of products that 3 - f have recently been introduced N\ . to dentistry, based on his clinical experience. J ee Quantiy mn { Quantium Universal Composite bh BISCO T &€= —_— The ideal chairside composite materestorative chemistry. = rial provides long-lasting, aesthetic Quantium has been designed restorations that are easy to place for versatility in both anterior and and is suitable for universal utilizaposterior restorations (indicated visual outcomes and delivers high Quantium’s innovative nanotion in the oral cavity. BISCO has for all filling classes) and bringsan…

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    leakage at both enamel and Hemaseal & Cide Desensitizer dentin margins in adhesive cementation procedures. Ad vantage Dental Products The cost-effective unit-dose Hernaseal delivery is excellent for &Cide’ controlled clinical applica- Bonding direct and indirect restolocal antimicrobial activity io tion. Hemaseal & Cide is rations to tooth structures carries (compared to conventional ——— A glutaraldehyde-free and with it certain risks: post-treatment ~~ glutaraldehyde solutions) thus, soft-tissue friendly; marginal microleakage (allowing but has been shown to sigmem it will not damage the free microbial infiltration and subsenificantly enhance dentin a— gingiva. It infuses the bondquent decay) and postoperative bond strength (up…

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    28 . 1 Two, 4 mu 2 {£1} TOP 25 ENDODONTIC PRODUCTS TOP 25 ENDODONTIC PRODUCTS Dentsply Sirona — - With up to 7.5 Ncm and 3,000 rpm, the X-Smart Pro+ was ¥ designed for optimal performance with the Dentsply Sirona’s 8 endodontic file systems in both rotary and reciprocating modes. i Our integrated apex locator gives you confidence for an . . accurate shaping experience. And the touchscreen inter- ; face provides easy access to ideal settings for the files you El / choose, with upgradeable firmware to accommodate tomorrow's / treatments. Raa = THREE REASONS TO BUY a…

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    . 1 29 P P (1 TOP 25 ENDODONTIC PRODUCTS {== Filhol by Engineered Endodontics FILPOST is revolutionizing the dental industry as one of the only prefabricated post systems that can be fully customized for root post and core build-up restorations. Crafted from pure titanium, it offers biocompatibility and compatibility with all dental materials, making it a versatile solution for practitioners. Designed to preserve more healthy tooth structure, H FILPOST features a unique, passive interlocking system that strengthens retention, ensuring a secure and lasting result. Z With the ability to bend and shorten to suit any canal shape without risk…

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    GR 67 "See a) fF 2026 3 Joss PRODUCTS Zyris The Isolite System is CJM Engineering by your all-in-one solution . - for efficient dentistry. Engineered Endodontics From visibility to moisture \ control and patient compliance, every feature is i designed to help you do better dentistry, in less time. In fact, practices \ < | using Isolite are reducing 4 r procedure times by up co \ to 50%. Isolite provides £) E continuous, hands-free { fa isolation and suction of both quadrants in y 3 the operative field, this 2 -" means you can focus . entirely on…

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    EE — 1 © [7] 5 ON SEE Erchonia = The EVRL laser by Erchonia represents a next-generation approach to enhancing clinical outcomes and elevating the 2 a > patient experience in modern dental practices. Utilizing FDA- F \ 1 cleared low-level laser technology (LLLT), EVRL delivers precise - light energy that interacts at the cellular level to support natural p \ biological processes—without heat, invasiveness, or added D wea % [| chairtime. . “% = Designed as a complementary modality, EVRL integrates . y ¥ ” 1 | seamlessly into a wide range of dental procedures, including surgical, periodontal,…

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    DENTAL LASERS _ Dental Solution USA The Yoshida CO; laser is designed around one essential principle: delivering precise soft-tissue treatment with long-term clinical confidence, enabling controlled incision and effective coagulation with excellent visibility and patient comfort. Engineered specifically for dentistry, Yoshida combines highly stable energy output with advanced articulated arm technology, providing smooth maneuverability and consistent beam delivery—even = pt im S— in delicate intraoral procedures. Its ultra-fine 0.15 mm spot size ii men Thy = enables precise tissue control with minimal lateral thermal impact, Zr, Fig s i 4 4 Rew while the green aiming beam remains clearly visible…

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    S8 DENTAL LASERS Lape | i - . i Millennium Dental Technologies — aust Wi The PerioLase MVP-7 has the first and only scientifically proven FDA clear- SW a a z i 3 - Sl ance for true bone regeneration with the LANAP protocol for moderate to N% go 3 11 Hal A severe periodontitis. It also features the LAPIP protocol to save ailing and 1 - - =" I a failing dental implants, the BLAST protocol for peri-implantitis and implant [ . ° 1 pu integration, and more than 100 value-added procedures (VAPS) including | | 4 extraction socket…

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    DENTAL LASERS = - DEKA Dental Lasers : LightScalpel, Inc DEKA offers some of the most Made in the USA, the LightScal- / advanced CO; and Nd:YAG lasers y pel CO; laser redefines preci- / in the industry. With 8 dedicated sion, ergonomics, and reliability k= g research and development in dental soft-tissue surgery. Its 4 -, facilities around the world, DEKA exclusive flexible-fiber delivery represents the latest advanceand pen-like handpieces allow | J \ | ments in technology. Manu- { clinicians to work closer to the J facturing laser technology for id target tissue with greater control 1 A…

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    Mo V'= The award-winning Waterlase iPlus is BIOLASE's flagship, most accessible and easy-to-use, all-tissue dental laser sysfo ad = tem offering revolutionary, practice-changing, patient-preferred minimally invasive laser dentistry. Waterlase's propri- J oy )) etary YSGG wavelength is the optimal wavelength for all tissue types—with less bleeding, less inflammation, faster A <¢ YY /A healing, and less discomfort for patients. Waterlase technology provides exceptional practice ROI, driving higher case - acceptance and improved patient referrals. Waterlase iPlus provides precision and clinical predictability in a multitude NY J of procedures including perio, endo, implant, crown/veneer removal, soft tissue, and restorative procedures, as…

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    ORTHODONTIC SOFTWARE AND SUPPLIES ———————————————————————— — = — led Align Technology —Z pE— The new iTero Lumina scanner and ClinCheck signature experience, now ; iy enhanced with ClinCheck Live Plan, bring new levels of clarity, precision, - 3 and efficiency to modern digital dentistry. - 1. | = 14: I - The iTero Lumina expands chairside visualization with a larger field O Po: g Ce of view, deeper capture range, and photorealistic 3D imagery—helping } \ iq as y doctors easily capture challenging anatomy while giving patients a clear [2 ® 4 . y and intuitive understanding of their oral…

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    Think your con plex restorative d 't be simplified? proceaures Cantoe SImpIined T - - hink again. i i j : & 3 ; % \ 1 § : & \ 1 Q y Ny [ = . G § & } A | The new iTero Lumina™ scanner, powered by iTero 7 4 Multi-Direct Capture™ technology, is designed to quickly’ == and accurately? capture scans to support a wide range range of restorative procedures. OO] Eat =] : = fazamsm Discover how you can unlock ESE outstanding simplicity an Mer Thor cat schedule your demo today. pat 3 oral…

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    ch ORTHODONTIC SOFTWARE AND SUPPLIES EE ————————————————— _——— ClearCorrect SHINING 3D @-— & = = Ee = 1.@07-0x ® = clearcerrect 23 [LJ] Nr . ERE EEE) ClearCorrect, part of the Straumann Group, is a leading clear aligner manu- Ed facturer dedicated to supporting clinical excellence. e | \ EE - i Since 2006, ClearCorrect has delivered clinically driven solutions and J [@)] 1 high-touch support designed to empower doctors at every stage of treat- A [ES ment. Aligner production for North America is based in Round Rock, Texas, J LN - : ensuring quality, consistency, and close collaboration with…

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    LL 3D Imaging /CBCT Systems _— ACTEON The Green X 21 ) X-MIND CBCT imaging i Optima 3D is system offers a ri Ie engineered range of select: — to elevate able fields of of diagnostics view. The Multi ) Yo | with excep- FOV option allows al tional clarity, users to select samt L flexibility, and the optimum FOV |. PRR workflow effimode while miniciency. Built mizing exposure [VIR on ACTEON's to areas that : proven platare not in the wi J form and region of interest. - < o powered The selection | } b nen, by nextincludes…

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    = 3D IMAGING /CBCT SYSTEMS 2 -_——— == = == = == - = = —= Owandy Radiology Carestream Dental The Max 3D XPRO features cutting-edge i. 8 Carestream Dental's Bb Super IGZO technology enhanced by artiae CS 9600 CBCT system } | 1 ficial intelligence, transforming 3D dental : offers 5-in-1 capabiliimaging. Its Trueview Art smart sensor | ties: 2D and 3D imag- — boosts image sharpness by increasing “ ing, object and face ~ MTF value by 30%, while DEPAI process- | \ scanning, and cephalo- » lan. | ing, powered by deep learning, minimizes fr metric imaging.…

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    Industry News Dental Technology Pioneer Dr. Paul Feuerstein Honored Shofu and LECOM Student Article With Lifetime Dental Innovator Award Series Continues Dr. Paul Feuerstein, a longtime educator, The ongoing article series spotlighting dental students authority on dental technology, and Editorn- Eo - from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine's School Chief of Dentistry Today, received the Lifetime 4 o of Dental Medicine—proudly supported by Shofu—con- Dental Innovator Award during the Second tinues on with new reflections from Annual Dental VIP Summit, an invitation-only pb £4 Branden Franzen and Carter Bedinghaus as they proggathering of dental industry leaders, clini- 1 Rg…

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    = RESTORATIVE Brame fii FREE LIVE ce WEBINAR BL * Join Dr. Shotell as she expands on this topic in an upcoming webinar. [OF Scan QR code or visit webinar for more information. Digital Workflows for Adult 5 rthodontic-Restorati INTRODUCTION , Digital dentistry has evolved into a fully integrated The digital evolution of dentistry has had a signifiecosystem that includes intraoral scanning, CBCT,and cant impact across multiple disciplines, particularly I advanced treatment-planning software. This digital in orthodontics and the use of clear aligner therapy. A workflow enables comprehensive case evaluation and Initially, clear aligners were viewed as a limited treat-…

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    = RESTORATIVE a ¥ b c [i TT OE lower teeth would need to be mildly prea 3 iy 1 reduced in size. Tr a ge Yi L wy RY Za 5 i ¢ 1 " i bd L Treatment Options: Traditional ! a 1 ¥ Braces vs Clear Aligners 52 Pp k \ The patient was presented with 2 E treatment options. Option 1 would & ATS involve the use of clear aligner treat- £8 ment, with interproximal reduction [ of the crowns on Nos. 8 and 9, to repo Figure 1. Pretreatment photos, including photo of crowns, and…

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    RESTORATIVE 22 Figure 4. ClearCorrect treatment setup, Figure 5. ClearCorrect treatment setup, Figure 6. ClearCorrect treatment setup, Figure 7. ClearCorrect treatment setup, initial step. step No. 12 with engagers. retention. retention with restorative space. The patient was given the option the clinical exam and discussing the and having smaller, more aesthetic A digital treatment planning of traditional bracket-and-wire applipatient’s concerns for an aesthetic anterior crowns. approach was utilized for this ances or treatment with clear aligners appliance option for treatment, the With the patients limited goals patient, including diagnostic impresusing ClearCorrect. In the treatment focus of treatment would be to…

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    <5 RESTORATIVE a b > removed (Figure 10). a & ZEN LL The patient completed the initial BY ry 4 $ set of 12 aligners in 6 months (Figure EY i 11). The aligners were fitting well at | - @ the completion of the first phase of 12 | aligners; however, we felt we could Figure 8. Interproximal reduction (IPR) of - | \ improve the tooth position with existing ceramic crowns. additional aligners and IPR. At the progress evaluation visit, it was deterupon several clinical considerations. Figure 9. IPR of existing ceramic crowns with diamond burs and disc.…

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    RESTORATIVE SZ - ag i] filled the patient’s goals and expecta- Roforonooe Kell L, Shut D, ot ol, Efoct ) ad s Prey pp tions. The patient was very pleased of trimming line design and edge extension . b ae i ’ i i 5 of orthodontic aligners on force transmission: tt 8 i with the final aesthetic results. Over an in vitro study. J Dent. 2022;125:104276. » o¥ i \ all smile aesthetics were improved, d0i:10,1016/].jdent.2022,104276 3 the excess overbite and overjet both fosiribiiempobdigots bigoted o> oes Figure 14. Refinement finish, and records for crown replacement. improved, and lower…

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    en & IMPLANTS TODAY [] [] [] [] agm Precision, Planning, and Predictability: ’ ’ - [ agm [] Elevating Full-Arch Rehabilitation ptimizing patient care has ele ning process which combines stackable guided surgical tools, advanced > vated the profession to high levplanning, photogrammetry, design, and processing. Interestingly, they els. As a young practitioner, my discuss the use of these significant advances in guided techniques not 4 mentors often said, “visualize the case only for the now traditional FP3 restorations, which require bone reducfinished, before you ever start.” That was tion and result in normal sized teeth with gingival adaptation,…

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    A Fully Digital Guided Full-Arch Rehabilitati n The Evolution From Freehand to Fully Guided (DTP) team exemplifies this digital transformation. The case Implant dentistry has entered an era defined by data, inte- [ 4 . demonstrates how stackable guided surgery, combined with gration, and precision. The transformation from analog to ), advanced planning, photogrammetry, and real-time design digital workflows has revolutionized how clinicians diagad support, can convert even complex full-arch implant therapy nose, plan, and execute implant procedures, particularly in \ into a streamlined process where every element is integrated complex full-arch rehabilitations. What was once a disci- \ from…

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    represents one of the most progressive developments in digital implantoling the bulk of an FP3 while improving hygiene and phonetic performance. ogy. It provides patients with more natural aesthetic outcomes, simplified It also supports long-term tissue health by aligning restorative contours with hygiene, and biologically sound tissue management. biological principles rather than masking them with prosthetic material. By integrating the scallop guide into the same anchor-pin baseplate used for implant guidance, the clinician can now perform ° : bone anil tissue contouring, Stackable Solutions from Surgery to Smiles implant osteotomies, and deliver an immediate restoration as sequential, digitally H a…

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    Es a Cc d y . b pra, NN i ® 5. 2 / a ©: +O. We re he v x aa v fh gy 1% pol, 8 { LA NY i | oF - apd . . y 3} 3 vo | r Fe Aaak) alto = aia [e p . _ & . 4 Figures 10. (a and b) Intraoral capture of photogrammetric scan bodies (Aoralscan Elite and HACS [SHINING 3D), fiducial reference marker, and healing caps with cap scan bodies (Cap Scanbody [SHINING 3D)) for digital capture of MUA-level implant positions. (¢) Digital rendering of the…

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    So IMPLANTS a b Ne Le c J df : oe | 3 5 = WY . J Sagh | oolen | Brrr 2 Udi ™ 3 y [roy ' -_ a ~~ s ¥ » - . 4 + | : ~ Figure 14. (a to d) Delivery of the final BruxZir Esthetic restoration (Glidewell) with intraoral, extraoral, and post delivery panoramic radio- ». graphic views (CS 9600). hn Digital Capture: Photogrammetry ~~ with a functional, naturallooking provisionalization, and precise final ate loading facilitated by implants and Scan Data Integration restoration that restored both confirestoration minimized chair time engineered…

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    In-Office Fabricati f Flexibl Partial Dent Usi New Base Resi INTRODUCTION SprintRay’s validated digital workflow. Following Three-dimensional printing continues to improve intraoral or model scanning, partial denture design clinical timelines while expanding predictable is completed in exocad (exocad America), which in-house lab fabrication of prosthetics. Regarding k EB incorporates templates and design logic optimized removable prosthetics, flexible partial dentures ) for flexible materials. Design can also be done using have traditionally required outsourcing to a lab x SprintRay Cloud Design, when the practice does and injection-molding workflows that limit effinot wish to design the prosthesis themselves. Printciency. The introduction of…

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