Z-Systems has introduced a completely metal-free implant and set of surgical instruments for placement of these implants made from 95% Ziconium dioxide and 5% Yttrium tri-oxide. Zirconium is one of five metals shown to support osseointegration (the others are: Titanium, Niobium, Tantalum and Platinum). This new approach has been certified for use in Germany, but FDA clearance for use in the United States is planned. A few animal and human based studies suggest that the bone-to-implant contact percentages (a measure
Kavo`s Fiber-Optic Implantology Handpiece
Kavo has introduced an innovative implantology handpiece with a fiber-optic light. This is a part of their Intrasurg 300+ implant motor and handpiece set. It also boasts a torque measuring feature to aid in immediate placement and immediate load decision making.
BTI Bone Expander Drills
B.T.I. has introduced a bone expander drill set. It uses a set of four wedge-shaped bone expanders to expand alveolar bone and condense bone in sites with low bone density. The rotary motion of either an implant handpiece or a torgue wrench is used to slowly expand the bone instead of using the more traditional osteotome/bone condenser/ridge spitter and surgical mallet combination.
Z1 Conic – Zirconium Collared Titanium Implant
T.B.R Group has introduced a unique ziconium collared implant. It features one-stage titanium implant with a zirconium trans-gingival emergence collar. They claim that the Zirconia enhances the fibroblast and osteoblast cell adhesion and proliferation compared to titanium, provides for lower bacterial colonization at the collar and shows evidence of creeping attachment of the gingiva to the zirconium collar.
SLActive – New Hydrophilic Implant Surface Treatment
Straumann has introduced an improvement in their SLA implant surface. SLActive is based on the scientifically proven SLA® surface topography, but exhibits a fundamentally improved surface chemistry. Due to its ideal conditioning, the chemically active and hydrophilic SLActive surface significantly promotes the osseointegration process. Animal studies demonstrate that their new surface allows for accelerated bone remodelling during the entire osseointegration process.
MIS Bone Compression / Sinus Lift System
MIS Implant Technologies Ltd`s new compression kit improves the treatment procedures for sinus lifting and soft bone compression. A simple bone compression procedure enables better implantation and better implant primary stability. The compression kit can be operated either manually or with a contra angle, according to the surgeon`s choice.
Implant Location System
Tactile Tech has introduced the Implant Location System (ILS) which applies tactile sensing technology to offer intra-oral image-guided navigation specifically for dental practitioners. It is a computer-guided sensing, navigation and guiding suite for placement of dental implants designed both for the general practitioner and the expert. It provides safety and restorative accuracy without introducing the great complexity of other navigation systems.