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DENTAL UPDATES Septodont releases new version of Biodentine Since its launch a decade ago, Biodentine, based on Septodont’s Active Biosilicate Technology platform, has proven successful in replacing dentin in the crown and in the root. Sold in more than 60 countries and with more than 1,000 worldwide publications, Biodentine has saved more than five million teeth. With this success, Septodont has launched a new version of Biodentine: Biodentine XP, which includes all the science of Biodentine embedded in an upgraded system, designed to provide practitioners an optimal daily experience from crown to root with nine indications. Due to its unique features, Biodentine has become a gold standard in preserving tooth structure by offering high bioactivity with complete dentin bridge formation and sealing properties. The clinical benefits promote vital pulp therapy and help save teeth from root canal treatment and possible extraction. Biodentine XP ensures a consistent and perfect mix thanks to its proprietary mixer and easy delivery directly into the tooth with the Biodentine applicator gun. The all-in-one cartridges are available in two formats, XP 200 and XP 500, depending on the procedure and volume of material needed. The Biodentine XP Starter Pack contains the mixer, applicator gun, and packages of XP 200 and XP500 cartridges. Biodentine XP is also available in boxes of 10 refill cartridges. ■ Formlabs launches Dental Academy Formlabs, a 3D printing company, has launched Formlabs Dental Academy, a new educational platform dedicated to advancing 3D printing in dentistry with online and in-person courses, step-bystep guides, webinars, and more. The platform includes free and paid courses designed to enable dental professionals, such as dental lab technicians, orthodontists, and clinicians to learn and successfully implement 3D printing technology in their businesses. Dental Academy courses are available online and in-person. Implementing 3D printing into a dental treatment plan benefits practitioners by enabling more efficient workflows and less downtime while giving patients access to personalised yet affordable solutions such as custom dental models, crowns, dentures, implants, and more. To address this skills gap, Formlabs created Dental Academy as a free resource for dental professionals to unlock these benefits with comprehensive training and educational content on 3D printing’s uses and benefits, dental applications, and materials to deliver the best clinical outcomes, user satisfaction, and improved performance and print results. Focus areas will include an introduction to stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing and its use for orthodontic and restorative applications, digital dentistry benefits, training on technology basics, materials, and implementation strategies within the clinic and lab, and more. At launch, courses will be available in English, Spanish, Swedish and German. Formlabs Dental, a division of Formlabs, has worked closely with key stakeholders and leaders within the dental industry to deliver accessible 3D printing solutions and materials. While Formlabs users have printed more than 25 million dental parts ranging from models to surgical guides, Formlabs Dental identified a gap in 3D printing education in the field, slowing further adoption of the technology. The platform includes a variety of courses with subject-matter to suit a range of participants’ knowledge, providing both online and inperson instruction in Formlabs Boston, Berlin, and Budapest offices as well as trusted private educational centres. Dental Academy will continue to evolve as new content becomes available. “The Swedish organisation for Computer Aided Digital Dentistry is honoured to be part of the Formlabs Dental Academy. Formlabs has long been in the forefront of additive manufacturing in dentistry and now they have a great educational portal for everyone,” Dr Michael Braian, DDS, CDT, PhD, founder of SWECADD and Formlabs Dental key opinion leader. ■ 14 DENTAL ASIA JULY / AUGUST 2022
DENTAL UPDATES ZimVie introduces two next-generation dental solutions in the US ZimVie, a global life sciences company in the dental and spine markets, has announced the joint launch of the new, FDA-cleared T3 PRO Tapered Implant and Encode Emergence Healing Abutment in the US. The T3 PRO is the newest addition to ZimVie’s family of dental implants and builds on the proven solutions of the T3 Tapered Implant. The Encode Emergence Healing Abutment builds upon ZimVie’s 3-in-1 Encode Impression System which provides clear intraoral scans and aesthetics, and is designed for patient comfort and healing. Both the T3 PRO and the Encode Emergence reflect significant innovation to ZimVie’s previous products and promise an optimised implant experience for both dentists and patients. ZimVie will begin commercial rollout of these solutions in the US, with an intention to expand to additional countries pending necessary regulatory approvals. “We are excited to launch the next evolution in our T3 family of implants and Encode impression system, which has been used in more than two million implant restoration procedures to date,” said Indraneel Kanaglekar, senior vicepresident and president of ZimVie Dental. “ZimVie is committed to providing innovative treatment options to improve patient care while partnering with dental professionals globally to advance dental technology and end-to-end workflow solutions.” ■ US study analysing tooth survival after root canal reveals the factors impacting longevity of treated teeth Teeth survive about 11 years after a root canal, according to new research from Regenstrief Institute and Indiana University School of Dentistry, US. This study is the first to analyse records from community dental practices, where most Americans receive dental care. “The findings of this study give deeper insight into the longevity of dental procedures because it provides real-world data on a wider range of patients, not just those receiving care in large health systems or those who are insured,” said first author Thankam Thyvalikakath, DMD, MDS, PhD, director of the Regenstrief-IU School of Dentistry dental informatics programme. “This information can be used to inform dental practice, and help patients and dentists make better care decisions.” Root canals are an important treatment to maintain natural teeth affected by disease. However, over time, the treated tooth eventually becomes brittle and dies. Understanding the outcomes of the procedure is essential to improving dental treatments. For this study, the research team gathered deidentified electronic dental records from the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network, consisting of 99 small group and solo dentistry practices from around the country. The data covered more than 46,000 patients who received root canals. BREAKING DOWN THE ROOT CANAL DATA Data analysis revealed that the median survival time of a tooth after a root canal is 11.1 years. However, several factors can impact that, including follow-up treatments. •Teeth that receive a root canal, and a subsequent filling and crown last about 20 years • Teeth that receive either a filling or a crown after a root canal last around 11 years • Teeth that receive no restorative work after a root canal only last about 6.5 years There were also wide disparities in longevity among geographic regions. • Northeast – 20.5 years • Midwest – 11.2 years • Southwest – 11.2 years • South Atlantic – 9.1 years • South Central – 9.0 years • Western – 8.7 years Insurance status also played a significant role in tooth survival time. “This data could also inform dental insurance coverage by demonstrating the value of crowns and permanent restoration options,” said Dr Thyvalikakath. “Oral health is a public health issue that significantly affects people’s overall health. Leveraging dental records can help us better understand ways to improve treatment, identify causal relationships and maintain the health of teeth and gums.” This study provides more representative data of the overall population than previous studies. It also demonstrates that meaningful insights can be gained through analysis of existing data from routine dental care. ■ DENTAL ASIA JULY / AUGUST 2022 15
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