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New Oral Therapy Concepts are Looking for New Framework Materials by Martin A. Schulz

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The History of Dentures – How it All Began

Dental problems have been around since man had teeth. So have toothaches, which everyone who has ever had them knows are among the worst of all.1

As early as 14,000 years ago, people tried to remove caries from teeth and plug the holes. Teeth that have fallen out or been extracted have been tried to be adequately replaced with various kind of materials over this period until today in order to put a smile back on the patient’s face, to restore phonetics or generally to restore the function of chewing.1,2,3

Long before we started talking about fixation dentures or zirconia ceramic crowns, the ancient Etruscans (8th-1st century BC) developed a true mastery in replacing missing teeth. Dentures were found in their tombs, which were not only intended for aesthetic restoration of incomplete dental ridges, but were also used for chewing. Materials used in this type of prosthetics were of human or animal origin. Broad gold threads or bands were used to connect one or more teeth and were anchored to the prosthesis like a bridge. Then, as now, the patients own teeth provided the necessary support.2,3

The handcraft of the ancient dental technicians was well thought out. The gold bands sat so high on the teeth that they did not irritate the gums or cause pressure points. Unfortunately, with the decline of the Etruscan civilization, knowledge of the first tooth replacement was lost. It was not until the 19th century that comparable technical results were achieved again2,3… read more

Figure 1: Dentures of the Phoenicians and Etruscans 800 to 100 B.C

Figure 2: Waterlooteeth: The teeth of fallen soldiers on the battlefields of the American Civil War were pulled out and shipped to Europe by the hundredweight.

Figure 3: Waterlooprotstheik arround 1815 Ivory base with real human front

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copaSKY – Bone Growth Concept

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BEYOND PLATFORM-SWITCH

The right combination of shape, surface characteristics and positioning of an implant leads to the growth of bone on the backtaper, as scientific research and daily clinical practice have shown.

Backtaper - The evolution of Platform-Switch

The platform-switch has proven itself in modern implant systems. The Backtaper is now an additional element which gives the hard and soft tissue more space for attachment than the cylindrical and conical implant shapes as the illustration clearly demonstrates.

Subcrestal positioning

Clinical experience has shown that the additional space created by the backtaper, could be increased by subcrestal positioning of the copaSKY implant. The slim concave-shaped abutments provide more space for soft tissue attachment and bone growth on the backtaper. This has been confirmed in a recent multicenter clinical study.

Backtaper – gives more space to the bone and soft tissue

Subcrestal positioning – promotes bone growth

Microstructured surface

The microstructured surface of the backtaper supports the attachment of bone and connective tissue. When the edge of the backtaper is positioned subcrestally, there is the possibility of depositing bone chips on it, thereby preventing the ingrowth of soft tissue and offering additional support for osseointegration. Thanks to the minimalist design of the cover screw, the peri-implant tissue around the backtaper is not irritated during re-opening. Any new bone formed on the anodized cover screw can be easily removed with a sharp excavator.

Impressive clinical results

The results observed by the clinicians are persuasive. Regardless of the clinical indication,
new bone formation can be observed, from single-tooth restoration to the rehabilitation of edentulous jaws according to the SKY fast & fixed therapy. The vertical dimension of the alveolar ridge is preserved through the newly formed bone on the backtaper because there is reduced indication for bone levelling. 

The Bone Growth Concept is precisely the further development of the Platform-Switch: the implant and abutment design, the microstructured backtaper and the subcrestal positioning of the copaSKY implants, synergistically not only prevent bone resorption but also reliably support the formation of new bone which completely encloses the implant.

Contact us today to find out more about the Bone Growth Concept. For more information: www.bredent-implants.com

Microstructured surface – supports osseointegration and the attachment of connective tissue

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whiteSKY T.L. & A.L. – Conventional or Digital

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Conventional or Digital - The choice is yours!

The whiteSKY implant system has proven itself clinically and scientifically since its introduction in 2006. The two new improved designs retain all the beneficial features of the first generation whiteSKY – Reshaping clinical and scientific success. Choose between concave and tulip.

Proven manufacturing process and successful clinical therapy

With whiteSKY Tissue Line and Alveo Line, the intricate manufacturing process from Hot Isostatic Pressed (HIP) zirconia and the proven surface treatment remain unchanged.
The one-piece design has also been retained to avoid the development of micro-gaps. This guarantees the long-term survival of the implant. The optimized design and the bone-oriented surgical protocol of the whiteSKY implants achieve excellent primary stability, which is a prerequisite for
immediate restoration and also highly recommended as clinical research indicates that immediate restoration can increase bone-implant-contact (BIC) by 50%.

Histology of a whiteSKY implant
Source : Stadlinger et al, IJOMS 2010

Muco-integration of the whiteSKY Alveo Line 6 months post-op.
Source: Prof. A. Borgonovo, Milan, Italy

Excellent clinical and scientific results

The first generation whiteSKY implant is one of the best documented zirconia implant systems. Clinical and scientific examinations were carried out from the very beginning.
Histologic examinations confirmed the good osseointegration of the implants. These results were also confirmed clinically. The long-term survival rate is on par with titanium implants. The bone level is stable in the long-term and the red-white aesthetics is superb. The second generation whiteSKY retains the proven success factors and introduces improvements requested by the customers. Prof. Andrea Borgonovo et al. evaluated the 10-year success rate of 26 one-piece whiteSKY zirconia implants of the first generation. The success rate was 100%
with an average marginal bone loss (MBL) of less than 1 mm, an average periodontal probing
depth (PPD) of 3 mm with no bleeding on probing (BOP). In a few cases, there was a slight bone gain less than 1mm. Compared with titanium implants, the whiteSKY zirconia implant achieves similar or even better long-term results.

Two profiles - the choice is yours

Be it the concave or tulip shape in the sulcus region – both offer optimal conditions
for the attachment of soft tissue due to the tissue-friendly surface in this area. This improves
the aesthetics and ensures long-term success. The one-piece whiteSKY Tissue Line is the slim, elegant implant that offers plenty of space for hard and soft tissue and usually does not need customization. Intra-oral scan can be easily carried out in digital workflow.
Impression taking is also easily carried out in conventional workflow. Standardised procedure
in the dental practice makes everything quick and easy.

The one-piece whiteSKY Alveo Line gives you the possibility to fill the alveolus during immediate implant placement and individualise the implant depending on the requirements of the clinical case. In this case you can handle the implant like a natural tooth
during impression taking and prosthetic restoration.

Improved prosthetic superstructure

The improved prosthetic superstructure facilitates the integration of completely metalfree restorations with zirconia, lithium disilicate or composite. There are no restrictions in the choice of materials and indications.

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HELBO – Photodynamic Therapy
Indispensable solution for immediate restoration

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„YES!“ to disinfection

Fast and effective – the results of the SKY fast & fixed restoration have been astounding for 15 years. The disinfection of the extraction sockets with HELBO therapy is essential for success. This improves the bone quality and quantity and also reduces the risk of complications.

Sustainable control of periodontitis

The majority of SKY fast & fixed patients have teeth that are not worth preserving which are the main cause of chronic inflammation. The extraction of the infected teeth does not completely remove the cause of the inflammation, as harmful bacteria remain in the alveolus and
quickly grow again. This is where the antimicrobial photodynamic HELBO therapy (aPDT) comes into play: the treatment disinfects the extraction sockets by means of a photosensitive dye combined with low-energy light of the TheraLite laser – safely, reliably and completely painless!

Source: Prof. Dr. Jörg Neugebauer

Source: Jörg Neugebauer et al. Poster 353, 20th Annual Scientific Meeting EAO, October 2011.

Immediate implantation in previously periodontally infected sites now without signs of inflammation and with better bone quality thanks to HELBO. Source: Novaes AB Jr, et al. Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2020 40(6):917-923.

Mitigation of complications

The therapeutic effectiveness of the HELBO therapy has already been proven by many studies. The frequently occurring complications such as delayed healing or even implant loss after immediate implantation are significantly reduced through its use. Regular follow-up care should not be underestimated. Above all, it must be ensured that inflammation does not recur due to the microbial recolonisation of the implant-supported restoration in the follow-up period. Here also, you can manage your patients efficiently and safely by using the HELBO therapy, as inflammation is prevented and reliably inhibited.

Positive photobiomodulation effect

The use of the HELBO soft laser also stimulates the hard and soft tissue during regeneration through its photobiomodulation effect. This means that the patient usually experiences
less pain and faster healing. A recently published study confirms the decades of experience
that immediate implantation in combination with HELBO treatment leads to significantly
better bone quality and quantity than with conventional cleaning (see table on the right).

The shortest time to the goal

An additional advantage of aPDT is the time factor: Disinfection with HELBO during surgery only extends the treatment time by 5 to 10 minutes – depending on the number of alveoli to be disinfected. Through the use of sterile dye and probes, there is no additional risk during the operation. The reduction of complications and emergency visits, including the faster and better tissue regeneration all lead to economically positive effects for the dental practice as the patient is not usually billed for the extra chairside time incurred due to the treatment of complications.

Start right away

Reduction of complications, less chairside time and positive economic effects – the use of HELBO aPDT in the dental practice improves the daily workflow and patient satisfaction in the long term. In addition, scientific studies are in support of this painless and complication-free therapy. See for yourself!

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SKY fast & fixed – The success formula in the practice

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Standardisation = Success

Standardised processes in everyday routine allows you to focus on what is essential. The SKY fast & fixed full-arch restoration makes it possible to manage approx. 80% of the cases with a standardised protocol.
This enables you and your team to focus on the peculiar aspects of the each case.

The symbiosis of routine and learning curve

Practice makes perfect. This principle can be applied to almost all areas of life and can be extended to the SKY fast & fixed therapy. The key to success is a well-coordinated team and a certain degree of routine in order to be able to grasp the complex procedures. Every single step must be perfect so that fast and atraumatic management of the patient is ensured. A standardized treatment protocol supports this. By regularly repeating the steps, the surgical assistant quickly understands what needs to be done with the right armamentarium, subsequently giving you more time to fully concentrate on the procedure. Our experienced medical product specialists are available to assist you with the first set of cases and boost
your confidence.

Predictable and guaranteed results

Unrealistic and false promises before treatment usually lead to disappointment for the patient which could have a wide variety of consequences. Standardisation allows you to avoid this problem, as you can make precise statements and plan an appropriate restoration before treatment on the basis of the existing bone structure. Consequently, the patient
knows what to expect right from the start. According to Dr. Ali Tunkiwala1, the reference values below are helpful in this context.

1 Tunkiwala, A., Kher, U., & Vaidya, N. H. (2020). “ABCD” Implant Classification: A Comprehensive Philosophy for Treatment Planning in Completely Edentulous Arches. Journal of Oral Implantology, 46(2), 93-99; 46(2), 95.

Increased economic efficiency

Beside guaranteeing success and securing routine processes, standardisation provides other advantages too. Preparing a cost estimate is considerably simplified, as more than 80% of the dental supplies and instruments are the same and only a few patient-specific features
need to be considered. Above all, this reduces the risk of exceeding the allowable maximum cost. At the same time, you avoid undesired post-treatment cost and guarantee your patients predictable reliability on the basis of a fixed price. With growing experience and routine, you can reduce the total treatment time and your patient can immediately enjoy social life again! In addition, unplanned patient visits due to dehiscence or other complications are reduced to a minimum by the immediate fixed provisional bridge on implants. In the best case, you will only see your patient during the recalls.

Success for practice and patient

Routine, standardized procedures and increased cost-effectiveness – the SKY fast & fixed therapy offers both your practice and your patients some major advantages. Achieve maximum satisfaction through time-saving workflows and immediate, improved quality
of life for your patients. Integrate it into your practice now!

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Histology of a whiteSKY implant
Source : Stadlinger et al, IJOMS 2010

Advantages of immediate restorations compared to augmentation and late restorations.

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