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I industry news _ Nobel Biocare _Atsomepoint,denturewearersreturntotheirden- tist.Perhapstheyneedtohavetheirdenturerepairedor maybetheywouldlikeasolutionthatfeelsmoreliketheir naturalteeth,butcostisaconcern.Whateverthereason, there is a significant opportunity for both laboratories and restorative dentists to assist this flow of returning patients. This is precisely where the new Hybrid fixed implantrestorationfromNobelProcera(Fig.1)canhelp. _The key to more implant treatments Dental laboratories today are looking for new ways to distinguish themselves. In an increasingly competitive market,theyneedtodifferentiatetodevelop.Fixedimplant restorationsliketheNobelProceraHybridmakeitpossible todojustthat,offeringgreatresultsforthepatient. The Hybrid brings together excellent acrylic support with the time-efficient workflow of a fixed implant bar at an attractive price. It offers the best of both worlds and,importantly,ismanufacturedtolast. As a relatively cost-effective option, the Hybrid offers an increased likelihood of patient acceptance. This means a greater number of cases for the restoring dentistandthedentallaboratory,helpingthemtobuild their businesses while dramatically improving quality oflifeforthepatient. Furthermore, the Hybrid is compatible with the All-on-4 treatment concept. This clinically proven1–4 treatmentenablestherestorationofafullyedentulous jaw on just four implants. It is therefore less invasive and more affordable, further increasing the rate of patientacceptance. _Precision and design in perfect harmony Theoldadage“timeismoney”isasrelevantfordental laboratories as it is for any other business environment. The Hybrid allows dental laboratories to process more fixed implant restorations more efficiently. The time it takestodesigntheHybridiskepttoaminimumowingto theNobelProceraSystem’shighlyefficientCADworkflow. Fingers in the anterior and retention elements in the posterior are designed to enhance the longevity of the restoration. The Hybrid gives the dental technician thetoolsheorsheneedstogiveacrylicanddentureteeth the best support possible. The added strength can save the restorative dentist time by reducing the risk that chairsiderepairswillberequired. _Advantageous for professionals and patients Theoretically, every removable denture represents an opportunitytoimprovequalityoflifewiththeHybrid.Itis a product that perfectly embodies Nobel Biocare’s goal of helping its customers treat more patients better. It in- creasespatientflowwhileofferingpatientsabetterstan- dardofcare.Thatissurelytheobjectiveofeverydentalpro- fessional, and it is the reason dental laboratories should addtheNobelProceraHybridtotheirofferingtoday._ Editorial note: A complete list of references is available fromthepublisher. Fig. 1_The new Hybrid from NobelProcera offers the ultimate in restorative flexibility and can reduce the likelihood that chairside repairs will be required. The design can incorporate retention elements (right), fingers (back) or a combination of the two (left) to provide excellent support for acrylic teeth. All-on-4® is a registered trademark of Nobel Biocare. 44 I CAD/CAM 3_2014 Nobel Biocare Balsberg Balz-Zimmermann-Str.7 8302 Kloten,Switzerland www.nobelbiocare.com/nobelprocera CAD/CAM_contact Fig. 1 Ease of use meets restorative flexibility in the new NobelProcera Hybrid CAD0314_44_Nobel 22.08.14 14:36 Seite 1