BIOMET 3i, Cadent announce joint effort to simplify esthetic restorations

These codes indicate the implant depth, hex orientation, platform connection and connection type (Certain Internal Connection or External Hex Connection) to design and mill the definitive abutment.

The process of making an intraoral impression may lead to greater patient satisfaction, as it eliminates the need to use impression-making material in order to make the impression. According to the companies, some patients find that it is a more comfortable procedure. Coupled with the fact that the clinician only needs to take one supragingival impression, the process may shorten the typical procedure and eliminates the need for impression copings.

“We are pleased to now offer the latest in digital dentistry innovations, which lead to increased esthetic outcomes for patients”, said BIOMET 3i President Maggie Anderson, “This new step forward in impression making is a win-win for both patients and clinicians.”

“Collaborating with BIOMET 3i reinforces our commitment to open architecture for the Cadent iTero system and, therefore, open choice for dentists, surgeons, and laboratories,” said Tim Mack, Cadent president and CEO. “Cadent is pleased to deliver yet another high-value offering to our customers through this interface with BIOMET 3i, one of the market leaders in implant solutions.”

About BIOMET 3i

BIOMET 3i, a division of Biomet, Inc., is a leading manufacturer of dental implants, abutments and related products. Since its inception in 1987, BIOMET 3i has been on the forefront in developing, manufacturing and distributing oral reconstructive products, including dental implant components and bone and tissue regenerative materials. The company also provides educational programs and seminars for dental professionals around the world. BIOMET 3i is based in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., with operations throughout North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia Pacific.

About Cadent

Cadent is the leading provider of 3-D digital CAD/CAM solutions for the orthodontic and dental industries. The company services thousands of cases per day for a rapidly expanding customer base. Cadent’s offerings, including Cadent iTero, iOC powered by iTero, OrthoCAD iCast and iQ, improve the efficiency and effectiveness of orthodontic and dental treatments while increasing the revenue of dental health-care providers. The company is backed by a syndicate of leading venture capital investors, including Fortissimo Capital, Apax Partners, Panorama Capital (J.P. Morgan Partners), STAR Ventures and SV Life Sciences.