Evidence matters – Highlights from 2019 scientific...
Implant dentistry is a continually evolving field and, in 2019, Nobel Biocare unveiled several major innovations – all backed by scientific evidence. At Nobel Biocare, […]
Angulated screw channel solutions
Restorative flexibility and easy handling
Esthetics and access from a new angle
Solve the esthetic challenges faced when screw-retained solutions are placed in the anterior and improve occlusal access in the posterior.
The angulated screw channel (ASC) provides the option to place the screw access hole anywhere between 0° to 25° in a 360° radius. This means you can now restore almost any situation with a screw-retained restoration and remove known risks associated with excess cement.
What's more, the angulation allows the use of screw-retained restorations in the esthetic zone by avoiding a buccal screw access point, and the metal adapter means it's now possible to use zirconia implant restorations in the posterior.
The ASC function is available when restoring on Nobel Biocare conical connection implants.
Products with the ASC function:
- NobelProcera ASC Abutment
- NobelProcera Implant Crown
- NobelProcera Implant Bridge1
Why choose angulated screw channel solutions?
Easy handling
The Omnigrip Screwdriver has a pick-up function and grip that has to be experienced to be believed. The unique design of the tip delivers a strong hold for full insertion torque, even at an angle. Now you can:
- Work quickly and safely with the pick-up function and secure hold of the Omnigrip screwdriver.
- Easily access cases in the posterior region. The angulation enabled by the Omnigrip tooling helps when vertical space is limited.
- Reduce screw loosening by applying a torque of 35 Ncm at any angle.
Predictable retention and strength
Get a predictable outcome and avoid the risks associated with residual cement.2 The adapter connecting the zirconia abutment to the implant is mechanically retained with the screw seated in the abutment.
The result? Highly predictable retention with no cement in sight.
What users say
Dr. Simon Kold, Denmark
"For our practice [the ASC] has been the most important step forward in 2015... We like to call it a game-changer"
Dr. Benjamin Cortasse, DDS, France
"These new solutions give both the restorative dentist and the dental technician more options. Greater flexibility helps ensure the best possible treatment outcome. Thanks to the free placement of the screw axis, the visual properties of the ceramics, such as translucency, can be optimized while preserving the advantages of a screw-retained solution.”
Patrick Rutten, Dental Technician, Belgium
“How many cases do we know where the screw access hole would come out at the
Dr. Scott MacLean, DDS, FADI, FPFA, FACD, Canada
“We can get the screw channel in the ideal spot for both esthetics and strength, as well as for ideal placement of the final restoration. This is just fantastic."
References
1 These products may not be regulatory cleared/released for sale in all markets. Please contact the local Nobel Biocare sales office for current product assortment and availability.
2 Wilson TG, Jr. The positive relationship between excess cement and peri-implant disease: a prospective clinical endoscopic study. J Periodontol. 2009;80 (9): 1388-92.