DENTSPLY Implants expands further into the area of digital dentistry
with intraoral scanning services for ATLANTIS abutments, the latest
business development that will provide dental clinics and dental
laboratories with an improved digital workflow.
This new development was made possible through an agreement with Align
Technology, Inc., paving the way for an interface where ATLANTIS
patient-specific abutments can be ordered based upon scans from the
iTero intraoral scanner. Intraoral scanning for ATLANTIS abutments will
allow the dental laboratory to provide a complete patient-specific
restorative solution to the clinician, based on a digital impression.
The added value includes cost-savings, more precise impressions,
increased patient well-being and expedited treatment processes. The
launch is planned for the second half of 2014.
“Moving forward in this expanding area of digital dentistry, dental
scanning is a strategic business opportunity. This will further
strengthen DENTSPLY Implants and our ATLANTIS offer in the areas of
implant dentistry and digital open solutions, respectively. More
importantly, we are creating added value for our customers and their
patients,” says Mikael Sander, Group Vice President ATLANTIS Digital
Implant Solutions, DENTSPLY Implants.
Align Technology Inc. is based in San Jose, California with offices
worldwide. The iTero Intraoral Scanner, available in over 30 countries,
is an open architecture system which allows for compatibility with
multiple laboratory-based CAD/CAM milling systems and more than 1,200
dental labs.
About DENTSPLY Implants
DENTSPLY Implants offers comprehensive solutions for all phases of
implant therapy, including ANKYLOS®, ASTRA TECH
Implant System™ and XiVE®
implant lines, digital technologies, such as ATLANTIS™
patient-specific CAD/CAM solutions and SIMPLANT®
guided surgery, regenerative solutions, and professional development
programs. DENTSPLY Implants creates value for dental professionals and
allows for predictable and lasting implant treatment outcomes, resulting
in enhanced quality of life for patients.
About DENTSPLY International
DENTSPLY International Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor
of dental and other healthcare products. For over 110 years, DENTSPLY’s
commitment to innovation and professional collaboration has enhanced its
portfolio of branded consumables and small equipment. Headquartered in
the United States, the Company has global operations with sales in more
than 120 countries.
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