“We enjoyed a top-level scientific program. Highlights were the interdisciplinary approach, the live surgeries and also an excellent program for the laboratory technicians who play a very important role in treatment – this is crucial for the benefit of the patients.” Dr. Beatriz Aranguena, Spain

“Nobel Biocare events are always interesting – lecturers from all over the world providing different concepts and approaches are widely represented here. They help to follow trends in the contemporary dental market and to be at the cutting edge, both clinically and scientifically.” Dr. Ivan Kondratiev, Russia

“The Nobel Biocare symposium in China has been well organized with fantastic academic topics. It provides dentists with a good chance to be exposed to the latest ideas and technologies of the dental implant industry.” Prof. Ye Lin, China

1.  Depending on clinician preference and close cooperation with the laboratory.

2.  Imburgia M. Patient and team communication in the iPad era – a practical appraisal. Int J Esthet Dent 2014,9(1): 26-29

3.  Imburgia M, Coachman C. Using digital devices to improve communications between clinicians and patients during implant- prosthetic treatment: a clinical study [#519]. 23rd Annual Scientific Meeting of the European Association for Osseointegration. Rome, Italy: Wiley; 2014. p.538

Disclaimer: Some products may not be regulatory cleared/released for sale in all markets. Dental professionals should contact the local Nobel Biocare representative for current product assortment and availability.

Nobel Biocare is a world leader in the field of innovative implant-based dental restorations. The company’s portfolio offers solutions from single tooth to fully edentulous indications with dental implant systems (including key brands NobelActive®, Brånemark System® and NobelReplace®), a comprehensive range of high-precision individualized prosthetics and CAD/CAM systems (NobelProcera®), diagnostics, treatment planning and guided surgery solutions (NobelClinician® and NobelGuide®) and biomaterials (creos™). Nobel Biocare supports its customers through all phases of professional development, offering world-class training and education along with practice support and patient information materials. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Production takes place at five sites located in the United States, Sweden, Japan and Israel. Products and services are available in over 80 countries through subsidiaries and distributors.

Of the total population worldwide, around 20% is edentulous and even more is partially edentulous.¹ The demand for dental implants is increasing and clinicians will be requiring more dental prosthetics faster. If your lab is looking for opportunities to grow, then meeting this need by expanding with the help of digital dentistry could be the answer.

Great expectations

Dentistry continues to develop and labs, small and large, are required to continually meet the high standards expected by practices and patients, as well as by regulatory bodies such as the FDA². It can be challenging to meet regulatory standards, provide esthetic and reliable restorations, and run a profitable a sustainable business. One way of reconciling these demands is by investing in technology and equipment that can provide a competitive advantage and opportunities for growth.

CAD/CAM milling

Transform your lab with dental CAD/CAM

Through the advancement of dental technology, such as computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), the entire process has been transformed, bringing significant benefits to both practices and labs alike. According to recent literature^3,4 these include:

¾    Improving patient acceptance

¾    Reducing distortion of impression materials

¾    Improving data acquisition, management and storage

¾    Helping to standardize procedures

¾    Improving communication between clinicians and labs

¾    Reducing production time and effort

As a result, dental CAD/CAM tools help enhance efficiency, by saving labs time and creating user-friendly workflows. They also enhance quality, as precision-engineered and manufactured components are designed to reduce risks that may lead to implant failure.⁶ Furthermore, the dental CAD/CAM system can be broken down into several distinct phases, with the possibility of moving between digital and analog workflows at several stages⁵, offering flexibility for the user.  

Speed, accuracy, efficiency and consistency can all be enhanced, allowing high-quality dental devices to be routinely fabricated, bringing new solutions to patients. These improvements are not achievable with conventional methods, requiring cutting-edge processing technologies and systems.3

NobelProcera prosthetics range

Getting started with CAD/CAM systems

Investing in dental CAD software can provide labs with a chance to increase production and keep costs competitive. Getting the right software for your business is necessary for a cost-effective, predictable and accurate outcome. By working closely with a reputable software manufacturer you can get the support you need to create esthetic restorations with fast turnaround times.

Nobel Biocare has recently launched in conjunction with Kavo Kerr the new DTX Studio™ software, which will offer powerful CAD tools with an intuitive interface. It will enable the quick and easy design of the desired restoration, whether tooth- or implant based.

Alternatively, you can outsource the design and production of CAD/CAM prosthetics to NobelProcera Scan and Design Services.  Available for implant bars, abutments and implant crowns, you can save time and avoid investment in equipment and staff training, while providing your customers with precision-fit prosthetics.

NobelProcera Scan and Design Services

With the advancement of digital dentistry, more opportunities are becoming available to labs. We are at a point in the evolution of dental restoration provision which could be as fundamental and inevitable as the progression from a typewriter to a computer.⁵

More to explore

¾     Discover CAD/CAM prosthetics for labs

¾     Related article: The dawn of CAD/CAM restorations

¾     Related article: Your lab can become the prosthetic provider of choice

¾     Related article: Taking the dental laboratory into the future

¹ Source: iData Research. Europe Market Report Suite for Dental Implant Fixtures and Final Abutments. 2017, p. 57. More information on www.idataresearch.com .

² For more information: http://nadl.org/sl_files/487CEA77-5056-A04E-37A0DDED9A8D218E.pdf

3 Miyazaki, T., et al. (2009). A review of dental CAD/CAM: current status and future perspectives from 20 years of experience. Dental Materials Journal, 28 (1), 44-56.

4 Hammerle, C. F., et al. (2015). Digital technologies to support planning, treatment, and fabrication processes and outcome assessments in implant dentistry. Summary and consensus statements. The 4^th EAO consensus conference 2015. Clinical Oral Implants Research, 26, 97-101.

5 Slade, C. A. E. (2017). The role of CAD/CAM in modern dentistry. Practical procedures in aesthetic dentistry. Edited by Banerji, S., Mehta, S. B., & Ho, C. C. K. John Wiley & Sons.

⁶ Hurson, Overcoming implant complications – Authentic, integrated dental implant components, Compendium, July/August 2016, Volume 37, Number 7, pages 2–6.

The innovative On1 restorative concept from Nobel Biocare offers practitioners novel treatment options to optimize implant placement and restoration.

Raising the connection for restorative components from bone to tissue level, the On1 Base remains in position from placement to finalization, providing undisturbed soft tissue healing. Furthermore, with two height options available, there is the flexibility to change the On1 Base should the thickness of the soft tissue require it in the short or long-term.

From here, the On1 Healing Cap or On1 Temporary Abutment can be connected to the base. Both support the intraoral scanning approach, which facilitates conventional impression-taking procedures for maximum accuracy and precision.

The On1 concept can be used with three different conical connection implant systems: NobelActive, NobelParallel and NobelReplace, which provides outstanding surgical flexibility and ease of use. For the restorative dentist, the On1 Base allows for an improved patient experience, as well as simplifying the placement of restorative components due to the tissue level base.

Discover today how the On1 concept from Nobel Biocare can help you achieve exceptional results for your patients.

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300, or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

“The developments of the NobelClinician™ system for diagnostics and treatment planning have been absolutely superb throughout the last decade, particularly with regards to the smart fusion techniques,” says Dr Sharif Khan from Rockingham House Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in West Yorkshire. “I have also been impressed by the rapid treatment protocols that can be used to minimise treatment times, as this is something modern patients are concerned about.”

With its Smart Fusion technology, NobelClinician™ combines 3D imagery of anatomical structures with soft tissue information from optical scans for superior visualisation, diagnostics and treatment planning.

Like all solutions from Nobel Biocare, the NobelClinician™ software is supported by a wealth of clinical studies.

For example, it is possible to accurately assess the available bone volume and this has been found to enhance predictability of treatment.

The bone volume can also be properly optimised by matching the implant design and drilling sequence to the bone quality for increased primary stability.

What’s more, virtual planning and communication with NobelClinician™ has been linked with higher treatment acceptance and better patient satisfaction with care and treatment outcomes.

So to make the most of technologies you can trust to improve your diagnostics, treatment planning and treatment outcomes, contact Nobel Biocare today.

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300, or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

[1] Pozzi A, Sannino G, Barlattani A. Minimally invasive treatment of the atrophic posterior maxilla: a proof-of-concept prospective study with a follow-up of between 36 and 54 months. J Prosthet Dent 2012;108(5):286-97. 


[1] Scotti R, Pellegrino G, Marchetti C, Corinaldesi G, Ciocca L. Diagnostic value of NobelGuide to minimize the need for reconstructive surgery of jaws before implant placement: a review. Quintessence Int 2010;41(10):809-14.

[1] Katsoulis J, Enkling N, Takeichi T, Urban IA, Mericske-Stern R, Avrampou M. Relative bone width of the edentulous maxillary ridge. Clinical implications of digital assessment in presurgical implant planning. Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2012;14(Suppl 1):e213-23.

[1] Katsoulis J, Pazera P, Mericske-Stern R. Prosthetically Driven, Computer-Guided Implant Planning for the Edentulous Maxilla: A Model Study. Clin Implant Dent Relat Res 2009;11(3):238-245.

[1] Schnitman PA, Hayashi C, Han RK. Why guided when freehand is easier, quicker, and less costly? J Oral Implantol. 2014;40(6):670-8. 


[1] Imburgia M. Patient and team communication in the iPad era - a practical appraisal. Int J Esthet Dent 2014;9(1):26-39.

[1] Imburgia M, Coachman C. Using digital devices to improve communications between clinicians and patients during implantprosthetic treatment: a clinical study [#519]. 23rd Annual Scienti c Meeting of the European Association for Osseointegration. Rome, Italy: Wiley; 2014. p. 538. 

Nobel Biocare will be among the leading implant product suppliers and manufacturers delivering programmes in the Corporate Forum at the ADI Team Congress 2017.

Don’t miss Bertil Friberg‘s session on ‘Treating the compromised patient, what we have learned from 40,000 patients at Brånemark Centre in Gothenburg’ or Alessandro Pozzi’s titled ‘Using technology to solve complex treatment problem – from design to prosthetics’.

From the UK, Guy McLellan will explore ‘Treating complex maxillary situations with digital planning, models and quad zygomas’, helping all delegates take their digital workflows to the next level.

Entitled ‘Contemporary solutions for complex treatment challenges’, the morning’s lectures will provide delegates with two hours of verifiable CPD and be delivered by world-class professionals in the field.

Treat more patients better – don’t miss Nobel Biocare’s Corporate Forum at the ADI Team Congress 2017, Thursday 2nd March from 08:00 - 10:00 in ICC Capital Suite, Level 3 Room 2.

For more information about Nobel Biocare, please call 0208 756 3300,

 or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

The ADI Team Congress 2017 – 2-4 March – ExCeL London

For more details, please visit www.adi.org.uk/congress17

If you’re looking to develop your implant offerings and provide a wider range of services to your patients, get started with the All-On-4® treatment concept with your free e-book today!

From the pioneer of the globally popular concept, Nobel Biocare, the e-book offers a wealth of information, advice and top tips to help you maximise efficiency, safety and success of treatment.

The valuable tool will help you learn:

• The four key steps to identifying eligible patients

• Treatment planning tips

• The four common challenges associated with the All-On-4® treatment concept and how to avoid them

• Tips and techniques from experts, with real-life clinical cases

For this and much more, download your free e-book today! Just go to info.nobelbiocare.com/int/en/all-on-4-ebook to discover more about how the innovative All-On-4® treatment concept could benefit you and your patients.

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300, or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

“The conference provided a very informative day, covering a varied range of topics and I found it interesting to see all the new developments and research. It was great that so many speakers who are top of the profession worldwide came to Dublin and I found it useful to get reaffirmation that we’re following good protocols and achieving the same success rates as those international leaders.” – Dr Eoin Fleetwood, Eyre Square Dental Clinic in Galway

Entitled Osseointegration Reimagined, Nobel Biocare’s Dublin Team Conference 2016 highlighted just how far dental implantology has come since those early days.

The full-day programme brought a piece of June’s Global Symposium in New York to Ireland, demonstrating Nobel Biocare’s total commitment to education and innovation. An array of world-class speakers took delegates on a journey through the development of dental implants, with lectures in the morning and smaller masterclasses and workshops in the afternoon.

From where it all began, Professor David Harris kicked off proceedings by paying tribute to Professor Per-Ingvar Brånemark, before Dr Bertil Friberg reminisced about what dental implantology was like in the 80s. It seems strange to realise that only 20 years ago, patients had to wear a denture for one year before implants could be placed in healed extraction sites!

Professor Hannes Watchel, Dr Ana Ferro and Dr Paul O’Reilly then offered their own experiences from Munich, Lisbon and Ireland, each emphasising the benefits of implants for patients and their quality of life. Modern treatment options for compromised patients were also discussed, with Dr Dawood considering situations where customised implants, cutting-edge 3D printing and innovative ideas were combined to deliver truly life-changing solutions.

Exploring the height of implant innovation, the final plenary session challenged the status quo with respect to the digital integrated workflow and CAD/CAM restorations and highlighted the importance of respecting the soft tissue. Dr Rompen also introduced the exciting new On1 concept, which brings the restorative platform from bone level to tissue level for maximum soft tissue attachment and optimised healing.

Throughout the morning’s lectures, a clear trend developed. All speakers – regardless of specialism or nationality – were passionate about simplifying the clinical workflow for a faster, more predictable and more cost-effective procedure for the patient.

Dr Robert Bowe from Bowe Dental Clinic in Limmerick commented:

“This was a very well-organised conference, where speakers provided different, innovative solutions to implant problems we face every day. Throughout the morning sessions there was a lot of new evidence presented, as a result of which I will look to modify my own practice. As with all Nobel Biocare events, I learnt something new and came away with a renewed enthusiasm for implant dentistry. It is also great to have the opportunity to talk with colleagues – it’s reassuring to know that we all face the same challenges and that there are solutions out there!”

In addition to all this, there were plenty of opportunities to network with industry-leading professionals, while also catching up with friends and colleagues. The Innovation Evening saw delegates and speakers come to together to enjoy a fantastic meal and entertainment, and a great time was had by all.

Paul O’Reilly, Scientific Co-Chair, added:

“Nobel Biocare is to be commended for assembling an impressive array of national and international speakers for this conference. As well as some outstanding lectures, a programme of hands on workshops and masterclasses allowed attendees to try innovative products, learn new techniques and gain an appreciation for the rapid advances that are occurring in treatment options for our patients.”

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300, or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

‘Guided bone and tissue regeneration’ is defined by the American Academy of Periodontology as ‘procedures attempting to regenerate lost periodontal structures through differential tissue responses... typically referring to ridge augmentation or bone regenerative procedure.’ Regeneration of periodontal attachment, and barrier techniques are employed to exclude epithelium and the gingival corium from the root or existing bone surface so that they do not interfere with regeneration.

In the early 1980s, the focus within the development of the technique was placed on the barrier membrane, which needed to exclude cells, maintain space and stabilise clots effectively. Both unresorbable and resorbable membranes were developed, and since then materials and products have come a long way.

It is estimated that half of all modern dental implant cases require a regenerative procedure.[1] In order that these procedures enable achievement of the best possible results, clinicians need the appropriate skills and reliable tools. As any degree of movement can disrupt the formation of new bone or tissue, it is essential that the graft is placed accurately and securely to facilitate effective healing.

With a 40-year heritage of scientific research and innovation, Nobel Biocare offers an array of cutting-edge solutions to streamline your workflow and enhance clinical results. Their latest solution for use in guided bone and tissue regeneration procedures is the creos^TM xenoprotect, composed of a network of highly purified porcine collagen and elastin fibres, interwoven to form a dense mesh.

Unique handling and ease of use

This biodegradable non-crosslinked collagen membrane has excellent handling properties. Compared to competor products,[2] creos xenoprotect can be cut or pre-shaped when dry according to the size of the individual defect. Its hydrophilic nature ensures that the hydration process takes only seconds,[3] and with no functionally preferred side, the membrane can be placed on either side to facilitate ease of use.

Due to a minimal increase in size when moist, you do not have to make allowances for expansion – what you cut off is what you use, making it very cost-effective. The membrane is also easy to unfold and reposition even when hydrated, enabling you to consistently achieve excellent results while saving you time and money. With three different size membranes – 15x20mm (small), 25x30mm (medium) and 30x40mm (large) – available, wastage is reduced.

Enabling you to make better use of your time and enhancing the patient experience, the membrane is resorbable requiring no further surgery for its removal. Designed to resorb safely over a prolonged degradation time,³ the aesthetic outcome is improved, providing convenience for you and your patient.

Reliability and strength

Croes xenoprotect membrane acts as an impenetrable barrier against unwanted cells, paving the way for vital in-growth of osteogenic cells and blood vessel penetration. Key to its reliable success is its high mechanical strength and degradation resistance for prolonged stability and long-lasting protection of the graft material.[4] It is also highly tear resistant and its elastin fibres create a flexible material that can be easily stretched over the defect⁴ and sutured without tearing.

Gateway to effective tissue regeneration

Created without any chemical cross-linking, the tissue integration and vascularisation properties of creos xenoprotect are not compromised³ and the ideal conditions for regeneration are achieved. Histology clearly shows the rapid formation of new blood vessels, leading to a faster and much more predictable tissue healing process.

Dr. Paul Worskett from Amblecote Dental Care, West Midlands, has experienced the benefits of creos xenoprotect first hand. He says:

"I recently used the creos membrane for the first time and I have to say it was very easy to use. It has an almost paper thin consistency which means it is easy to cut, shape and manipulate. Placement and handling was a lot easier than some membranes I have used in the past and complete flap closure was possible without relieving the periosteum. At suture removal follow up a week later, I found the tissues to be in excellent condition and the patient was very happy. I will certainly use this product again and look forward to further success in the future."

Periodontist at Burlington Dental Clinic in Dublin, Paul O’Reilly, adds:

“I have found the membrane very easy to use. It maintains its shape for easy trimming to the size required, it hydrates well, doesn't concertina on itself when hydrated, doesn't tear and is easy to drape over the grafted defect. Importantly it offers extended resorption time, which means it maintains its barrier function for longer.

“I think creos xenoprotect is a welcome addition to our regenerative armamentarium and I would certainly recommend it to a colleague – in fact I have done so already.”

To arrange for a FREE demo or for more information on creos xenoprotect from Nobel Biocare, please call 0208 756 3300 or visit www.nobelbiocare.com.

The Nobel Biocare Global Symposium is a must-attend event for all professionals looking to take their implant dentistry to the next level.

The exciting four-day programme will be delivered by more than 150 industry experts from around the world, presenting a dynamic combination of podium lectures, interactive forums, masterclasses and hands-on workshops. Headline speakers will include:

• Oded Bahat
• Edmond Bedrossian
• Markus Blatz
• Wolfgang Boltz
• Steve Bongard
• Chee Chang
• Renato Cocconi

A vast selection of topics will be explored from immediate loading protocols to soft tissue management, materials and techniques for bone regeneration, screw-retained restorations and much, much more.

Key Nobel Biocare innovations designed to enhance your practice and help you grow your business will be discussed as well, including NobelClinician™, the All-on-4® treatment concept and the NobelActive® Wide Platform implant.

In addition to the outstanding educational programme, the Nobel Biocare Global Symposium will also offer fantastic social and networking opportunities, giving professionals from all corners of the globe the chance to meet and learn from those at the very forefront of the field.

To find out more or to register, visit the website today.

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300, or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

Dental technicians, dentists and manufacturers all have an integral part to play in the overall patient experience. Working together as a team and utilising the very latest designs and technology can bring about solutions to previously difficult or untreatable cases.

Sharing experiences and striving towards the common goal of providing first-class dental care for patients, enables the best clinical results and can make a real difference to the outcome patients receive. From initial product design and manufacture, to the technical modifications made in the dental lab, and to the fitting and restoring phase in the dentist’s chair – teamwork is integral to success. This was one of the main themes highlighted at a recent event organised by The Parade Specialist Dental Centre, held at The Celtic Manor Resort in Newport and supported by leading implant product supplier Nobel Biocare.

The day was aimed at dentists currently placing and restoring implants, those undertaking their MSc courses and practitioners who were interested in implantology. During the inspirational and educational day, delegates had the chance to listen and learn from some of the most highly respected professionals in the field, including Dr Bertil Friberg, Dr Adrian Binney, Dr Michael Page and Dr Matthew Thomas.

Dr Friberg, an Associate Professor and Co-Chairman of the renowned Brånemark Clinic in Gothenburg, is one of the most experienced implant surgeons in the world, as well as an excellent teacher. He shared his experiences of working at the Brånemark Clinic, outlined the rich history of dental implantology and gave his insights on how the field will evolve and change in the coming years.

Dr Thomas provided an interesting lecture which included overcoming the problem of limited space with the use of the NobelActive® 3.0. This smaller and stronger implant is specifically designed for narrow spaces where practitioners may be unable to place a conventional implant, such as in the case of missing lateral incisors.

Dr Page continued with the theme of attaining new and exciting possibilities looking at options for patients using the latest technology, and covering CAD/CAM designed restorations for the edentulous. He showed how the latest technology is providing greater results for the most difficult of cases in a fascinating lecture.

Dr Binney followed this up with an equally thought-provoking presentation on the NobelProcera® Angulated Screw Channel (ASC) abutment, which is designed to offer a higher degree of restorative flexibility without using cement retained restorations and comprising aesthetics. Dr Binney showed how the ASC is perfect for placing screw retained restorations in the posterior region, as it allows for easier access and truly aesthetic anterior restorations without compromising the optimum position for implant placement .

Commenting on the event, Dr Binney said: “The day was a huge success and we were delighted to have the support of Nobel Biocare to enable us to offer delegates an educational and inspiring day.”

The day was concluded with a brilliant insight into the dental technicians’ role in a superb lecture from John Craddock, Director at Synergy Dental Laboratory in Cardiff. With John and his team present, the event provided a well-rounded account of the dental workflow, emphasising the importance of the relationship between laboratory and clinician and ensuring delegates understood the entire journey from beginning to end.

Teamwork remains essential to success and manufacturers, technicians and practitioners each have a role to play in providing patients with high quality dental care. The idea highlighted throughout the day was that of increased strength as a comprehensive team, compared to working as individuals, encouraging all to communicate effectively in order to solve challenges faced. With the correct products, right skills and successful collaboration, solutions can be found for even the most challenging of cases.

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300, or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

Clinical competency is the foundation for excellence in dentistry. Through high quality and on-going training and education, professionals acquire and develop the appropriate skills that enable them to deliver safe and effective dental treatment to their patients.

Particularly in such a fast-paced profession as dentistry, where techniques, materials and technologies are rapidly advancing and changing the way treatment is provided, remaining abreast of the latest innovations and ideas is vital. Not only does this ensure competency to treat patients in the most appropriate way, but it also allows practitioners to enhance the dental care and treatment they offer. 

What’s more, it’s important to develop knowledge and understanding in a broad range of areas. For example, if you wish to offer implant treatment to patients it is clear that you need to complete advanced training so that you have the skills necessary for the provision of safe and effective services. However, even as a GDP who doesn’t provide such treatment directly to patients, you still need sufficient knowledge that will enable you to assess the health of implant supported restorations that you may encounter.

Whether clinicians require education for the placement, restoration or maintenance of dental implants, it is paramount that any training completed is of the highest calibre.

Passionate about improving awareness of and access to first-class tuition in the field is Ken Nicholson. Ken is the founder of the British Society of Oral Implantology, a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and a member of the Faculty of Examiners at RCS Edinburgh, amongst many other accolades. He is also the founder of SmileTube.tv, a learning portal designed to ensure practitioners’ competency in implant treatment. He says:

“The widespread use and published success of dental implant supported restorations is encouraging more and more GDPs to become involved in this treatment modality. A visit to the dentist’s section of the Yellow Pages makes it difficult to ignore the fact that an increasing number of practitioners are using the label ‘Cosmetic and Implant Practice’. Ensuring the clinician has the appropriate knowledge and skills to undertake dental implant treatment is of paramount importance.

“The GDC’s required learning outcomes of undergraduate education for Dentists: The First Five Years states that dental students should ‘be familiar with dental implants as an option in replacing missing teeth’. UK-qualified dentists are not expected to practise implant dentistry without undertaking structured postgraduate training and assessment of competence.

“The first step towards treating a patient is case assessment, where attention to detail and identification of the salient features of the case are essential. Even if a general practitioner does not wish to provide implant treatment, it is almost certain that he or she will be caring for patients with implant-supported restorations. A component of that care will be assessment of the health of the implant restoration(s) for which an understanding of implant dentistry is essential.”

For those wishing to perform implant treatment themselves, it is crucial that any training undertaken is carefully designed to provide both the theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience clinicians need to ensure their clinical competency.

Through SmileTube.tv, practitioners have access to a structured, blended learning programme that is tailored to equip them with the necessary knowledge and skill to place and restore dental implants, in a safe environment. The course involves four online modules, which can be completed at a time and from a place of the delegate’s choosing for ultimate engagement and effectiveness of learning. Training concludes with eight clinical days where delegates can develop practical skills for placing and restoring implants, while under the supervision of leading implant practitioners across the country and with access to cutting-edge facilities.

“The SmileTube.tv ‘Ultimate Implant Year Course’ delivered in partnership with Nobel Biocare provides delegates with the core knowledge and competence in implant dentistry expected of a GDP, as described by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh for the Diploma in Implant Dentistry at the College,” continues Ken. “The knowledge component of the course, and assessment of that knowledge, is delivered online through the purpose designed e-learning platform SmileTube.tv, and delegates are able to revisit any material as many times as they need for the duration of the course. The clinical skills component, and skills assessment, is delivered through one of a network of clinical training centres throughout the UK and Ireland.

“I believe Nobel Biocare to be a global leader in implant dentistry with a hugely impressive and well documented track record. It is a proactive, innovative and forward-thinking company keen to support education and training for the GDP, which arguably offers the most comprehensive range of services, products and materials in the industry. The latest implant design from Nobel Biocare, the NobelParallel® Conical Connection (CC) implant will be one of the implant designs used on the SmileTube.tv course and promises to be an excellent platform for the newcomer to implant dentistry.

“As Nobel Biocare has been innovative in its approach to implant dentistry, SmileTube.tv has been innovative in its approach to education and training in the field. We hope to develop a passionate, global learning community, pushing the boundaries of education and training in implant dentistry to provide a better experience for our learners and a safe and predictable outcome for their patients.”

For more details on the learning opportunities available, please visit www.smiletube.tv, email Janine our Learning Community Facilitator on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 0289 252 8522.

For more information about the exciting innovations available from Nobel Biocare, please call 0208 756 3300 or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

Providing a rare opportunity for you to learn and interact with more than 20 of the top global speakers in the field of implantology, the Nobel Biocare Team Conference 2015 is an event not to be missed.

Held on 6^th and 7^th November at The Brewery London, the conference offers an exceptional programme with lectures, hands-on workshops and masterclasses run by leading global professionals.

Among the outstanding speaker line-up will be Professor Sreenivas Koka, renowned for his leading expertise in the field of implantology and prosthetics. He will be presenting a masterclass alongside Professor Daniel van Steenberghe, entitled “Peri-implantitis: a tsunami waiting to happen? Facts and fallacy”.

“Reports of peri-implantitis are steadily increasing and it is up to the profession to ask what we can do to reduce its prevalence,” says Professor Koka.

“During our session, Professor Steenberghe will focus on the treatment and management of the condition, while I will look at how the disease is caused and what we can do to prevent it.

“We know that patient behaviours influence the development of peri-implantitis to some degree, but it is how we as clinicians use dental implants that will have the most significant affect. The key is in the treatment planning, before implant surgery is performed. We need to fully understand the science behind our decisions: where do we choose to place the implants, in what types of people and why?

“We used to have many concerns with regards to implantology, but as the procedure has become more common and success rates have improved, we have relaxed our approach slightly. This just needs tightening up again to ensure we create the best possible chances of clinical success.

“My section of the masterclass will focus on what we should be looking for and doing in preparation for implant placement. Particularly relevant for those who are relatively new to the field, the session will emphasise that implants will not always work well with every patient.”

Professor Koka will also present a lecture on “Prosthetic solutions for the edentulous patient: What, when and why?”, exploring the key prosthetic pathways for different solutions. Discussing the evolution of protocols and materials in this area, there will be an opportunity for debate regarding prosthetics for the All-on-4^® treatment concept, prosthetic implant bridges, IBO and maintenance.

A member of the Scientific Committee and involved with the creation of the programme, Professor Koka concludes by highlighting the calibre of the event:

“This conference will celebrate how far we have come as a profession in the past couple of decades – the science and clinical experience we have developed is truly astounding. It will also highlight how much more there is yet to come.

“Historically, Nobel Biocare has been a major leader in the dental implant arena and this kind of programme will definitely keep it at the forefront. The conference will go back to basics, emphasising the science, education and research supporting the many products, materials and techniques used today. It’s a very exciting programme!”

For more information about the Nobel Biocare Team Conference, or to register, please visit www.nobelbiocare.com/uk2015, or call 0208 756 3300.

A combination of stimulating presentations, hands-on workshops and masterclasses will be delivered, with delegates able to attend two out of the eight available. A broad spectrum of topics from peri-implantitis to team collaboration, integrated workflows, immediate placement protocols and long-term management of dental implants will be covered, with every session designed to inform and inspire.

Held on 6^th and 7^th November at the stunning location of The Brewery in London, you won’t find a programme quite like this elsewhere in the UK.

For more information or to register please visit www.nobelbiocare.com/uk2015, or contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300.

The Nobel Biocare Team Conference 2015 will be held on 6^th and 7^th November at The Brewery in London, offering a programme with a difference. The unique format will be deliver by more than 20 international celebrated Professionals, through  a combination of lectures, hands-on workshops and masterclasses.

Professor Sreenivas Koka, globally renowned for his expertise in implantology and prosthetics, will be presenting a masterclass alongside Professor Daniel van Steenberghe, entitled “Peri-implantitis: a tsunami waiting to happen? Facts and fallacy”, as well as a lecture session on “Prosthetic solutions for the edentulous patient: What, when and why?”

Professor Koka comments:

“This conference will celebrate how far we have come as a profession in the past couple of decades – the science and clinical experience we have developed is truly astounding. It will also highlight how much more there is yet to come.

“Historically, Nobel Biocare has been a major leader in the dental implant arena and this kind of programme will definitely keep it at the forefront. The conference will go back to basics, emphasising the science, education and research supporting the many products, materials and techniques used today. It’s a very exciting programme!”

For more information about the Nobel Biocare Team Conference, or to register, please visit www.nobelbiocare.com/uk2015, or call 0208 756 3300.

Bringing you a one-of-a-kind event this November, the Nobel Biocare Team Conference 2015 can’t be missed. This exciting event will present a totally unique learning opportunity for all members of the dental team.

Surrounded by like-minded professionals, there will be time for discussion, debate and networking, including a chance to broaden your existing knowledge and share in each other’s experiences. Along with a stunning but practical conference location and environment, you won’t find a programme quite like this anywhere else in the UK!

Delivering educational experiences on an unprecedented scale, this conference will present a truly outstanding speaker line-up, with more than 25 internationally leading professionals. You’ll be able to look back at what we have learnt since it all began with Torsten Jemt, before exploring the modern innovations such as the All-on-4® treatment concept with Wolfgang Bolz. Renowned for their expertise in prosthodontics, immediate implant placement and associated periodontal conditions, Daniel van Steenberghe, Sreenivas Koka, Joseph Kan and Rishi Patel will discuss everything from effective case selection to maximising aesthetic results.

Sharing tips from the very forefront of oral surgery, Ian Brook, Edmond Bedrossian, Carl Manhem and Isabella Rocchietta will look at various clinical techniques and case studies that are sure to inspire. Also considered leading authorities in their respective fields, Guy Mclellan, Richard Brookshaw, Peter Wohrle and Alessandro Pozzi will explore the different aspects of digital dentistry, including CAD/CAM and 3D modelling, demonstrating the many benefits available to improve clinical outcomes and ensure an integrated workflow.

For those looking to expand their knowledge and understanding of implant design and materials, don’t miss Jose Navarro and Rishi Patel, and Andrew Dawood will offer a wealth of practical hints and advice when facing rehabilitation of severely compromised patients. Michelle Ryckman and Steve Bongard will also help the entire team communicate more effectively with patients, encouraging increased treatment acceptance and helping you grow your business.

In addition, ideal for dentists and dental technicians alike, Stefan Holst, Susan Tanner and Glenn McEvoy will present a practical session on ‘Clinical & laboratory realities: partnering for future success’. Discover fresh ideas on how to improve your inter-team relationships for enhanced collaboration and exceptional treatment outcomes.

Learn through interaction

Enabling you to make the very most of the rich educational offerings, a unique programme format will be presented. Everyone is invited to the first session of the day on Friday, during which leading speakers will share their perspectives and expertise on management of terminal / failing dentition. The programme then splits into a two-track system, when you can either explore the art and science of exceeding patients’ aesthetic expectations, or discuss pioneering changes in the arena of modern dental implantology.

In the afternoon, you will have the choice between eight different masterclasses and hands-on workshops, allowing you to get up and personal with the world-class podium speakers. Sessions will then be repeated on Saturday morning so you can attend a second workshop or masterclass of your choice. After lunch on Saturday, everyone will gather together once again to demystify the options available for patients with a compromised maxilla and fixed prosthesis.

To compliment the unrivalled speaker line-up and pertinent topical subjects, Friday evening will host the Team Conference Gala Dinner. Dressed in your finest, the event will offer the perfect opportunity to network and enjoy an evening in the company of friends and highly esteemed colleagues.

The Nobel Biocare Team Conference will be held on 6^th and 7^th November at The Brewery in London. A grand yet inclusive environment, the entire dental team will be brought together for two days of intense but practical training and education, delivered by some of the best in the business in a fresh and unique way.

To raise the bar of your dentistry and ensure you operate at the very cutting-edge of the profession, make the most of this year’s Nobel Biocare Team Conference and the astounding, one-of-a-kind programme available. Secure your delegate position by booking online today.

For more information, register online at www.nobelbiocare.com/uk2015, or contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300.

Nobel Biocare sponsored two sessions at this year’s EuroPerio8, presenting outstanding speaker line-ups and updates on the very latest advancements in the field.

On Thursday, Christer Dahlin, Iñaki Gamborena and Eric Rompen presented to a capacity crowd on ‘Hard and soft tissue parameters to support optimal aesthetics – innovative approach to materials and techniques’.

They discussed everything from the challenges of biological mechanisms to the benefits of healing abutments and the evidence supporting biocompatible materials currently on the market. Key innovations mentioned included the Angulated Screw Channel (ASC) abutment, PEEK healing abutments and the new NobelActive® Wide Platform and NobelParellel® Conical Connection implant systems.

On Friday, leading international clinicians Chadur Wadhwani and Stefan Holst joined Eric Rompen to consider ‘Multi-causality of peri-implanitis – Give the bone the chance to survive’. This session explored aetiology of complex chronic infections like peri-implantitis and demonstrated factors that can facilitate bone healing.

The crowded lecture theatre was packed full of enthusiastic delegates keen to learn from some of the best in the business and advance their own skills. Inspiration and innovation were clearly abundant and a great event was enjoyed by all.

To discover more about the cutting-edge products available from Nobel Biocare and the benefits they offer your implant patients, contact the team today.

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300, or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

Bringing you a one-of-a-kind event this November, the Nobel Biocare Team Conference 2015 can’t be missed.

This exciting event will present a totally unique learning opportunity for all members of the dental team. Surrounded by like-minded professionals, there will be time for discussion, debate and networking, including a chance to broaden your existing knowledge and share in each other’s experiences. Along with a stunning but practical conference location and environment, you won’t find a programme quite like this anywhere else in the UK!

Delivering educational experiences on an unprecedented scale, this conference will present a truly outstanding speaker line-up, with more than 25 internationally leading professionals. You’ll be able to look back at what we have learnt since it all began with Torsten Jemt, before exploring the modern innovations such as the All-on-4® treatment concept with Wolfgang Bolz. Renowned for their expertise in prosthodontics, immediate implant placement and associated periodontal conditions, Daniel van Steenberghe, Sreenivas Koka, Joseph Kan and Rishi Patel will discuss everything from effective case selection to maximising aesthetic results.

Sharing tips from the very forefront of oral surgery, Ian Brook, Edmond Bedrossian, Carl Manhem and Isabella Rocchietta will look at various clinical techniques and case studies that are sure to inspire. Also considered leading authorities in their respective fields, Guy Mclellan, Richard Brookshaw, Peter Wohrle and Alessandro Pozzi will explore the different aspects of digital dentistry, including CAD/CAM and 3D modelling, demonstrating the many benefits available to improve clinical outcomes and ensure an integrated workflow.

For those looking to expand their knowledge and understanding of implant design and materials, don’t miss Jose Navarro and Rishi Patel, and Andrew Dawood will offer a wealth of practical hints and advice when facing rehabilitation of severely compromised patients. Michelle Ryckman and Steve Bongard will also help the entire team communicate more effectively with patients, encouraging increased treatment acceptance and helping you grow your business.

In addition, ideal for dentists and dental technicians alike, Stefan Holst, Susan Tanner and Glenn McEvoy will present a practical session on ‘Clinical & laboratory realities: partnering for future success’. Discover fresh ideas on how to improve your inter-team relationships for enhanced collaboration and exceptional treatment outcomes.

Learn through interaction

Enabling you to make the very most of the rich educational offerings, a unique programme format will be presented. Everyone is invited to the first session of the day on Friday, during which leading speakers will share their perspectives and expertise on management of terminal / failing dentition. The programme then splits into a two-track system, when you can either explore the art and science of exceeding patients’ aesthetic expectations, or discuss pioneering changes in the arena of modern dental implantology.

In the afternoon, you will have the choice between eight different masterclasses and hands-on workshops, allowing you to get up and personal with the world-class podium speakers. Sessions will then be repeated on Saturday morning so you can attend a second workshop or masterclass of your choice. After lunch on Saturday, everyone will gather together once again to demystify the options available for patients with a compromised maxilla and fixed prosthesis.

To compliment the unrivalled speaker line-up and pertinent topical subjects, Friday evening will host the Team Conference Gala Dinner. Dressed in your finest, the event will offer the perfect opportunity to network and enjoy an evening in the company of friends and highly esteemed colleagues.

The Nobel Biocare Team Conference will be held on 6^th and 7^th November at The Brewery in London. A grand yet inclusive environment, the entire dental team will be brought together for two days of intense but practical training and education, delivered by some of the best in the business in a fresh and unique way.

To raise the bar of your dentistry and ensure you operate at the very cutting-edge of the profession, make the most of this year’s Nobel Biocare Team Conference and the astounding, one-of-a-kind programme available. Secure your delegate position by booking online today.

For more information, register online at www.nobelbiocare.com/uk2015, or contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300.

This year, Nobel Biocare celebrates being ‘First for 50 Years’. Having sold more than 11 million units worldwide, the company’s dedication to research and innovation has ensured it remains at the lead of the dental implant field.

Today, Nobel Biocare offers an array of cutting-edge solutions to not only enhance clinical outcomes, but to also enable a smooth and easy workflow.

The recently expanded portfolio of products now includes:

• NobelActive^® Wide platform (WP) implant – features a 5.5mm width to satisfy stability requirements in the posterior region.
• NobelParallel^® Conical Connection (CC) – a parallel-walled implant designed for reliability, enhanced osseointegration and immediate loading.
• NobelProcera^® Angulated Screw Channel (ASC) abutment – offers exceptional access for implant restoration even in limited vertical space within the posterior region.
• Full-Contour Zirconia (FCZ) Implant Crown – available in eight shades for outstanding aesthetics.

All these innovations are available as part of Nobel Biocare’s new complete posterior solution – produced specifically to address common problems faced when placing and restoring implants in the posterior zone.

Highly effective as stand alone solutions, together, these products offer even better results.

So to find out how Nobel Biocare has remained ‘First for 50 Years’, discover the leading innovations available for yourself.

For more information on the Complete Posterior Solution and other exciting innovations available from Nobel Biocare, please call 0208 756 3300 or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

Do you regularly place and restore dental implants? Would you benefit from a comprehensive product solution that ensures exceptional results every time?

Have you heard about the innovative new complete posterior solution from Nobel Biocare?

Offering a choice of leading implants, abutments and restorative adjuncts, the complete posterior solution has been designed to deliver the increased strength and reliability you need for posterior implant treatments.

It consists of the new NobelActive® Wide Platform and NobelParallel® Conical Connection implants, as well as the Angulated Screw Channel (ASC) abutment and Omnigrip tooling™, which enable a wealth of new restorative possibilities even in limited vertical space.

The atomically-shaped PEEK temporary and healing abutments further serve to optimise the emergence profile, and the NobelProcera® Full-Contour Zirconia (FCZ) Implant Crown provides strength and outstanding aesthetics to complete the restoration.

While effective as standalone innovations, the complete posterior solution ensures predictable and long-lasting results for every patient. Find out more from Nobel Biocare.

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300, or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

The NobelProcera^® Full-contour Zirconia (FCZ) Implant Crown offers strength, flexibility, aesthetics and function with no cement in sight.

The FCZ Implant Crown is specifically designed for Conical Connection implants; it is s resilient enough for use in the posterior region and is ideal for molars. Its full-contour nature means there is no need for veneering.

Created with biocompatible materials to ensure maximum stability in the areas it matters most, the FCZ Implant Crown allows you to increase the number of high quality screw-retained restorations you place.

You can also use the FCZ with the innovative Angulated Screw Channel (ASC) abutment and Omnigrip^TM tooling for ultimate flexibility of placement and restoration.

What’s more, delivering natural-looking tooth colour with eight shades available, the FCZ Crown is easily adjustable without concerns of discoloration for highly aesthetic outcomes every time.

Predictable and flexible, the NobelProcera FCZ Implant Crown is designed to support Nobel Biocare’s Conical Connection imapltns and is an addition to the extensive range of components designed for outstanding results. Contact Nobel Biocare today to find out more about its innovative restoration solutions.  

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300, or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

Luc and Patrick Rutten are dental laboratory partners and dental technician educators from Belgium. They have been impressed with the Angulated Screw Channel® (ASC) concept from Nobel Biocare.

“The new ASC abutment has changed the way we work,” they say. “The titanium interface is more predictable than the old zirconia connection we used to rely on.

“The ability to offer a cement-free retention option is very important. Lots of dentists prefer screw-retained restorations because of the hazards of cement remnants and the complexity of cementing.

 “The ASC concept definitely gives us a competitive advantage.”

The ASC abutment and accompanying Omnigrip™ tooling offer new opportunities for the restoration of implants in the aesthetic zone.  The abutment can be placed at an angle of up to 25 degrees anywhere in a 360-degree radius, providing enhanced access even when working in limited space. With no cement necessary, there is also no risk of irritation to the gingival tissue.

For predictable and highly effective implant restorations in more cases, discover the ASC abutment and Omnigrip tooling from Nobel Biocare.

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300 or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

Innovation, inspiration and knowledge are key elements for the advancement and maintenance of a practitioner’s skills in dental implantology. At EuroPerio8, practitioners had the chance to hear from those at the very forefront of the profession in sessions sponsored by Nobel Biocare.

On Thursday, an outstanding line-up of leading speakers including Christer Dahlin, Iñaki Gamborena and Eric Rompen presented to a capacity crowd on ‘Hard and soft tissue parameters to support optimal aesthetics – innovative approach to materials and techniques’.

Dr Christer Dahil, Professor in Oral Surgery and Guided Tissue regeneration at the Department of Biomaerials Science, Institute for Clinical Sciences in Sweden, was the first to take to the podium. He explored the biological mechanisms that present challenges for the implant clinician, highlighting the importance of guided bone regeneration and discussing the various bone defect classifications.

Dr Iñaki Gamborena, Associate Professor at the University of Washington Dental School, was keen to highlight the importance of the soft tissue, encouraging minimally invasive techniques by exposing as little bone as possible during procedures. Favouring a graftless approach, he considered the benefits of healing abutments to improve the condition of the soft tissue before conventional abutments are placed.

Finally, Professor and Head of the Department of Periodontology / Dental Surgery at the University of Liège in Belgium, Dr Eric Rompen looked further at the interface between the soft tissue and implant. Discussing the properties and clinical evidence supporting biocompatible materials, he used case studies to demonstrate the adhesion process and warn how easily detachable the soft tissue is even when using these materials.

Throughout the inspirational session, cutting-edge products from Nobel Biocare were described which are designed specifically to enhance the clinical outcome of implant treatment. These included the Angulated Screw Channel (ASC) abutment, increasing workflow flexibility and access; PEEK healing abutments, optimising the emergence profile; and the new NobelActive® Wide Platform and NobelParellel® Conical Connection implant systems, ideal for the posterior region.

Nobel Biocare also sponsored a session on the Friday, with leading international clinicians Chadur Wadhwani, Stefan Holst and Eric Rompen once again. Entitled ‘Multi-causality of peri-implanitis – Give the bone the chance to survive’, this session explored aetiology of complex chronic infections like peri-implantitis and demonstrated factors that can facilitate bone healing.

For more information, contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300, or visit www.nobelbiocare.com

The Diploma in Advanced dental Implantology has been designed for clinicians looking to work at the very forefront of the field.

The two-year training will be held by the prestigious Faculty of Dentistry at the Royal College of Surgeons England (RCS) and supported by leading dental product supplier Nobel Biocare.

Having been involved with the course from inception, Professor StJohn Crean says:

“The RCS Faculty of Dental Surgery’s foundation in recognising excellence was the obvious vehicle for this advanced course; it will be an appropriate arbiter to provide judgement on the level of skill achieved. Those who receive the award would be acknowledged within the industry as having significantly advanced knowledge and skills within the ever-expanding arena of clinical care.”

Further demonstrating the calibre of the course, Professor Paulo Malo says:

“The key to success in every field is quality and excellence. It is not enough to be good. To be good is a concept already embedded in our society. The challenge is to be great, to exceed ourselves and constantly look for the right means to achieve that. Instilling the urge for continuous and progressive growth is the way to do this and this course has that stamp.”

For enquiries or applications, please contact the FDS Education department at the RCS on 020 7869 6815/6814/6813 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

For more information on Nobel Biocare please call 0208 756 3300 or visit www.nobelbiocare.com