The path to simplicity - Astra Tech
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>path</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>simplicity</strong><br />
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Thank you for keeping us<br />
on the right <strong>path</strong><br />
Simplicity does not come easy. In fact, it’s probably one of the greatest<br />
challenges of all.<br />
At <strong>Astra</strong> <strong>Tech</strong>, we always take the natural healing process in<strong>to</strong> consideration<br />
so that long-term esthetics, reliability and function are never compromised.<br />
We strive <strong>to</strong> structure, organize and develop products and solutions <strong>to</strong> help<br />
make your job as simple as possible. However, we cannot do this alone<br />
without the feedback from you. Thanks <strong>to</strong> all the input we have received<br />
along the way, you helped us <strong>to</strong> stay on the right <strong>path</strong>. As a result, we are<br />
now happy <strong>to</strong> introduce the following improvements and additions <strong>to</strong> our<br />
product offerings:<br />
• New carrier-free implant installation system for simplified handling<br />
• Streamlined implant-abutment connection; reduced from three sizes<br />
down <strong>to</strong> two<br />
• New color-coded packaging <strong>to</strong> facilitate easy identification of the<br />
implant-abutment connection size<br />
• One measuring system for all abutments<br />
We just love making your work easier.<br />
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New carrier-free implant<br />
installation system<br />
All new <strong>Astra</strong> <strong>Tech</strong> implants will now be delivered without a premounted<br />
carrier. Instead, new Implant Drivers are available in two<br />
diameters <strong>to</strong> fit all <strong>Astra</strong> <strong>Tech</strong> implants, making installation faster, easier<br />
and more efficient. By using the Implant Driver, optimal visibility of the<br />
implant site is maintained. <strong>The</strong> assessment of installation depth and<br />
ability <strong>to</strong> make necessary adjustments are also simplified. Implant<br />
Drivers come in two different lengths for optimized handling both in<br />
the anterior and posterior regions.<br />
<strong>The</strong> new Ratchet Wrench, in combination with the Driver Handle,<br />
can be used for final seating of the implant. <strong>The</strong> Ratchet Wrench is<br />
made up of only two parts that can easily be dismantled, allowing for<br />
simplified cleaning and sterilization.<br />
Advantages<br />
• Reduced chairtime<br />
• Improved visibility of the implant site<br />
• Reduced inven<strong>to</strong>ry of instruments<br />
• Implant Drivers can also be used for implant retrieval<br />
Ratchet Wrench,<br />
REF 24357<br />
Implant Driver Kit, REF 24460<br />
Driver Handle,<br />
REF 24358<br />
<strong>The</strong> Implant Driver makes<br />
implant installation quick,<br />
easy and efficient.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Ratchet Wrench, in combination<br />
with the Driver Handle, can be used<br />
for final seating of the implant.<br />
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One implant-abutment connection in two sizes<br />
To minimize the number of components for simplified treatment planning<br />
and inven<strong>to</strong>ry management, the Conical Seal Design implant-abutment<br />
connection now comes in just two sizes — small and large. In order <strong>to</strong> clearly<br />
differentiate the new components from the previous ones, the color-coding<br />
system has been changed. <strong>The</strong> new aqua and lilac colors now correspond <strong>to</strong><br />
the implant-abutment connection sizes. <strong>The</strong> previous color-coding system<br />
corresponded <strong>to</strong> the implant diameter.<br />
Additionally, some abutments and components that have an implant<br />
connection are now laser-marked for simplified identification of their<br />
connection size. For your convenience, abutment screws are included<br />
with the abutments.<br />
New color-coding for implant-abutment connection sizes:<br />
• Aqua – Small: Implant diameters 3.5 and 4.0<br />
• Lilac – Large: Implant diameters 4.5 and 5.0<br />
Aqua<br />
3.5 and 4.0 diameter implants and their corresponding abutments and<br />
components have changed. <strong>The</strong>se products, with the small implant-abutment<br />
connection, are not compatible and cannot be used interchangeably with<br />
previous implants, abutments or components.<br />
Lilac<br />
<strong>The</strong> large implant-abutment connection in 4.5 and 5.0 diameter implants and<br />
their corresponding components has not changed. <strong>The</strong>refore, you can still use<br />
your previous inven<strong>to</strong>ry of large connection sized abutments and components<br />
with any 4.5 and 5.0 diameter implant.<br />
SMALL<br />
Aqua<br />
Healing Abutment marked with lines<br />
<strong>to</strong> identify connection size.<br />
3.5/4.0 – marked with 2 lines.<br />
4.5/5.0 – marked with 3 lines.<br />
3.5 S 4.0 S<br />
M 1.6<br />
Abutment Screw Design M1.6 for<br />
3.5 and 4.0 diameter implants.<br />
However, because the measuring system has been changed for new abutments<br />
and components, we recommend that new products are used <strong>to</strong>gether<br />
whenever possible. Refer <strong>to</strong> “One measuring system for all abutments” on<br />
page 6 for detailed information.<br />
M 2<br />
LARGE<br />
Lilac<br />
4.5 5.0 5.0 S<br />
Abutment Screw M2 for 4.5<br />
and 5.0 diameter implants.<br />
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New packaging<br />
All packaging for implants, abutments and components that have an implant<br />
connection will be color-coded aqua or lilac <strong>to</strong> identify their implant-abutment<br />
connection size.<br />
Implant packaging<br />
Implants are supplied dry-sterilized, and their outer containers will remain the<br />
same. However, both the container and cap are semi-transparent <strong>to</strong> facilitate<br />
the differentiation of new implants from previous ones.<br />
New implant packaging<br />
Implant diameters and lengths are clearly marked on the packages. Like<br />
previous implants, the inner containers of the implant packaging are lasermarked<br />
with the implant diameter and length.<br />
New abutment packaging<br />
Abutment and component packaging<br />
Packaging of abutments and components with an implant connection will<br />
be color-coded with either a circle or a hexagon for easy identification of<br />
their corresponding implant-abutment connection size and of their indexing<br />
capabilities:<br />
Indexed abutments<br />
and components.<br />
Non-indexed abutments<br />
and components (NI).<br />
Convenient labeling<br />
To help facilitate the process of maintaining important information in the<br />
patient records, the label can easily be peeled off and adhered <strong>to</strong> the patient<br />
or communication forms.<br />
All sterile packed abutments and components have the same feature.<br />
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One measuring system for all abutments<br />
<strong>The</strong> method for measuring the height of all abutments within the <strong>Astra</strong> <strong>Tech</strong><br />
implant system is now the same. All measurements are made in millimeter<br />
increments starting at 0 mm from the implant level. This simplified system<br />
allows for:<br />
• Easier selection of the optimal res<strong>to</strong>rative component<br />
• Quicker and more predictable procedure<br />
New Abutment Depth Gauge<br />
As a result of the reduction in implant-abutment connection sizes and<br />
streamlined measuring system, a new Abutment Depth Gauge has been<br />
developed with two tips that correspond <strong>to</strong> the two connection sizes. <strong>The</strong><br />
tips are clearly marked with bands for measuring the mucosal height over<br />
the implant level in millimeters.<br />
SMALL<br />
Aqua<br />
Abutment Depth Gauge mm, REF 24573<br />
LARGE<br />
Lilac<br />
<strong>The</strong> new Abutment Depth Gauge can be used for<br />
measuring all abutments and components that fit in<strong>to</strong><br />
the implants.<br />
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Surgical procedures<br />
New Surgical Tray<br />
<strong>The</strong> new Surgical Tray has been designed <strong>to</strong> facilitate the organization<br />
of all drills and instruments. <strong>The</strong> tray is now clearly labeled with<br />
the drill type next <strong>to</strong> each space for simplified set-up, and slots for<br />
5.0 S implant drills are now included. Diagrams indicating surgical<br />
progression for each implant diameter have also been added.<br />
Instrumentation<br />
If you have a Surgical Wrench (REF 24178) and/or Torque Wrench<br />
(REF 24075), they can be adapted for used with the new Implant<br />
Drivers for installation or final seating of the new carrier-free<br />
implants. To do so, you will need the Wrench Adapter.<br />
Surgical Tray, REF 24349<br />
Alternatively, the new Ratchet Wrench can be used in combination<br />
with the Driver Handle for final seating of the implant (refer <strong>to</strong> page 3).<br />
Wrench Adapter, REF 24572<br />
Previous products<br />
<strong>The</strong> following components and instruments are not required for<br />
handling and placement of new implants and can be set aside for<br />
caring for patients who were treated with previous products:<br />
Product<br />
REF<br />
Wrench 22124<br />
Fixture Adapter Short 22261<br />
Fixture Adapter Long 22260<br />
Combination Wrench NC 24077<br />
Handpiece Connec<strong>to</strong>r NC Long 24074<br />
Implant Driver Kit, REF 24460<br />
Implant Drivers make implant<br />
installation quick, easy and efficient.<br />
<strong>The</strong>y are available in a complete kit<br />
or as individual items.<br />
Handpiece Connec<strong>to</strong>r NC Short 24076<br />
Wrench Bit NC Long 24072<br />
Wrench Bit NC Short 24073<br />
External Wrench Bit Long 24266<br />
External Wrench Bit Short 24265<br />
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Prosthetic procedures<br />
All corresponding abutments and components of 3.5 and 4.0 diameter<br />
implants with the small implant-abutment connection have been changed and<br />
cannot be used with previous implants, abutments or components.<br />
Abutment Depth Gauge mm, REF 24573<br />
Implant Pick-up<br />
3.5/4.0<br />
Existing inven<strong>to</strong>ry of large implant-abutment connection abutments and<br />
components can be used with all 4.5 and 5.0 diameter implants. However, it<br />
is important <strong>to</strong> remember that the measuring system has been changed for<br />
Healing Abutments, Direct Abutments, Abutment ST, UniAbutments, Angled<br />
Abutments and Ball Abutments. All abutments are now measured from the<br />
implant level.<br />
For handling of the res<strong>to</strong>rative procedure, you will need the following<br />
instruments and components <strong>to</strong> adapt <strong>to</strong> the new implant-abutment<br />
connection sizes:<br />
• Abutment Depth Gauge mm<br />
• Implant Pick-ups 3.5/4.0 – for open-tray technique<br />
• Implant Transfers 3.5/4.0 – for closed-tray technique<br />
Short 24426<br />
Long 24427<br />
NI Short 24428<br />
NI Long 24429<br />
Previous products<br />
<strong>The</strong> following components and instruments are not required for prosthetic<br />
procedures with new abutments or components and can be set aside for<br />
caring for patients who were treated with previous products:<br />
Product<br />
REF<br />
Implant Transfers<br />
3.5/4.0<br />
Depth Gauge Set Uni 22118<br />
Depth Gauge Set mm 22117<br />
Fixture Pick-up 3.5 Short 24174<br />
Fixture Pick-up 3.5 Long 24175<br />
Fixture Pick-up 3.5/4.0 NI Short 22867<br />
Short 24547<br />
Long 24548<br />
Fixture Pick-up 3.5/4.0 NI Long 22868<br />
Fixture Transfer 3.5 Short 22431<br />
Fixture Transfer 3.5 Long 22472<br />
Fixture Transfer 4.0 Short 22432<br />
Fixture Transfer 4.0 Long 22473<br />
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Labora<strong>to</strong>ry procedures<br />
Due <strong>to</strong> changes in 3.5 and 4.0 diameter implants, previous Fixture<br />
Replica 3.5 and Fixture Replica 4.0 should be kept for res<strong>to</strong>rative<br />
procedures for patients with implants that have been previously<br />
installed. <strong>The</strong>y are not compatible with and cannot be used with<br />
new, aqua color-coded components.<br />
Fixture replicas for previous 4.5 and 5.0 implants can be used for the<br />
new 4.5 and 5.0 implants. However, it is important <strong>to</strong> remember that<br />
the measuring system has been changed for Healing Abutments,<br />
Direct Abutments, Abutment ST, UniAbutments, Angled Abutments<br />
and Ball Abutments. All abutments are now measured from the<br />
implant level.<br />
Implant Replica<br />
3.5/4.0<br />
For handling of the labora<strong>to</strong>ry procedure, you will need the<br />
following component <strong>to</strong> adapt <strong>to</strong> the new implant-abutment<br />
connection sizes:<br />
REF 24276<br />
• Implant Replica 3.5/4.0, REF 24276<br />
Previous products<br />
<strong>The</strong> following components are not required for labora<strong>to</strong>ry procedures<br />
with the new implant-abutment connection and can be set aside for<br />
res<strong>to</strong>rations of patients who were treated with previous products:<br />
Product<br />
REF<br />
Fixture Replica 3.5 24173<br />
Fixture Replica 4.0 22397<br />
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Frequently asked questions<br />
What implants are affected by this new change in implant-abutment connection?<br />
Only the connection of 3.5/4.0 implants have changed. <strong>The</strong> pre-mounted carrier, however, has been<br />
removed from all implants for simplified handling.<br />
What is the Wrench Adapter used for?<br />
<strong>The</strong> Wrench Adapter (REF 24572) was developed so existing surgical cus<strong>to</strong>mers can use their existing<br />
Surgical Wrench (REF 24178) and/or Torque Wrench (REF 24075) for implant placement with the new<br />
Implant Drivers.<br />
What is the purpose of the new Driver Handle?<br />
<strong>The</strong> Driver Handle, in combination with the Ratchet Wrench, can be used for fi nal seating of the implant.<br />
How do I distinguish between the two different connections and identify their corresponding components?<br />
All packaging for the components will be color-coded <strong>to</strong> indicate the size of the connection that they<br />
correspond <strong>to</strong>: aqua for the small connection (3.5/4.0) and lilac for the large connection (4.5/5.0).<br />
Some components with an implant connection (eg. Healing Abutments) are laser-marked for identification<br />
of their implant-abutment connection size.<br />
How does the new depth measuring for prosthetic components work?<br />
<strong>The</strong> measuring system is stated in millimeters, with the “0” starting point located at the implant level.<br />
This applies <strong>to</strong> all components that connects in<strong>to</strong> the implants. <strong>The</strong> measurements in the names of the<br />
components reflect the height from the implant level <strong>to</strong> the res<strong>to</strong>rative margin.<br />
Can the packaging labels for abutments be used for patient records/communication forms similar <strong>to</strong> the<br />
implants?<br />
Yes. For your convenience, a perforated section of the packaging label of all sterile abutments and<br />
components can be removed and is adhesive for simplified documentation.<br />
Will all res<strong>to</strong>rative components have color-coded labels?<br />
Yes, all sterile and non-sterile abutments and components with an implant connection will be color-coded<br />
<strong>to</strong> indicate the implant-abutment connection size.<br />
Since the 4.5 and 5.0 implants have remained the same, can I use existing abutments that I already have<br />
in inven<strong>to</strong>ry with the new 4.5/5.0 implants?<br />
Yes, however, because the measuring system of components and abutments that fit in<strong>to</strong> the implant has<br />
been changed, it is recommended that new components and abutments are used <strong>to</strong>gether whenever<br />
possible.<br />
Can I use the existing replicas that I currently have in the labora<strong>to</strong>ry?<br />
Due <strong>to</strong> the change in the internal threads of 3.5/4.0 implants, previous replicas for these implants are<br />
not compatible with the new implants and only new replicas can be used. Replicas for 4.5/5.0 implants<br />
can be used for both previous and new versions of the implants.<br />
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We just love making<br />
your work easier<br />
For more information<br />
<strong>The</strong> entire new product line is described in detail in<br />
the Product Catalog 2006. Products, previous <strong>to</strong> the<br />
introduction of the new products, needed for the<br />
maintenance of already treated cases and/or patients<br />
currently undergoing treatment can be found in the<br />
Product Catalog Supplement 2006.<br />
We are here <strong>to</strong> help<br />
We recognize that it may take some time <strong>to</strong> transition <strong>to</strong><br />
the new products and system. However, we believe that<br />
the new simplified solutions will soon bring increased<br />
efficiency and profitability <strong>to</strong> you and your practice.<br />
As always, if you have any questions, your local <strong>Astra</strong> <strong>Tech</strong><br />
representative is at your service. Do not hesitate <strong>to</strong> call us if<br />
you need further assistance or information.<br />
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78443-USX-0609<br />
<strong>Astra</strong> <strong>Tech</strong> BioManagement Complex <br />
A successful implant system cannot be determined by one single<br />
feature alone. Just as with nature, there must be several<br />
interdependent features working <strong>to</strong>gether. <strong>The</strong> following<br />
combination of key features is unique <strong>to</strong> <strong>Astra</strong> <strong>Tech</strong>:<br />
OsseoSpeed<br />
• OsseoSpeed — more bone more rapidly<br />
MicroThread<br />
• MicroThread — biomechanical bone stimulation<br />
• Conical Seal Design — a strong and stable fit<br />
• Connective Con<strong>to</strong>ur — increased soft tissue contact<br />
zone and volume<br />
Conical Seal Design<br />
Connective Con<strong>to</strong>ur<br />
Australia<br />
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Tel: +61 2 9488 3500. Fax: +61 2 9440 0744<br />
Austria<br />
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Tel: +43-(0)1-2146150. Fax: +43-(0)1-2146167<br />
www.astratechdental.at<br />
Canada<br />
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France<br />
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Italy<br />
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Japan<br />
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Tokyo Regional Office<br />
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Tel: +81 3 5840 1113. Fax: +81 3 5840 1160<br />
<strong>The</strong> Netherlands<br />
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www.astratechdental.nl<br />
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www.astratechdental.no<br />
Poland<br />
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Spain<br />
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Tel: +34.932.643.560. Fax: +34.933.363.231<br />
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