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I industry news _ Nobel Biocare feasible—andtheanesthesiologististotallyfocused on patient comfort. Starting with the endpoint in mind and collabo- rating to make it possible has routinely led to great outcomes. _What do you see as the main benefits of the All-on-4 treatment concept, both for clinicians andpatients? Dr Uday Reebye: We see so many edentulous or about-to-be edentulous patients who need new teeth. Previous treatment modalities were so expensive and difficult that these patients left our clinics depressed, with no hope in sight. The All-on-4 treatment concept allows us as clinicians to give hope to many patients who once had few or no encouraging options. Now we can dramatically change the lives of these patients for the better. Dr Tarun Agarwal: And because this treatment concept is more affordable for patients, a greater number of patients become implant candidates. For us, the All-on-4 treatment concept has virtually created a new market. _What would you say to clinicians thinking about startingwiththeAll-on-4treatmentconcept? Dr Tarun Agarwal: Go learn about it with an open mind! There are literally millions of patients who can benefit from this treatment. Nobel Biocare has a predictable workflow with a tremendous support system to make you successful. Dr Uday Reebye: Before I took my first All-on-4 class,allIheardfrommanyclinicians(noneofwhich hadtakenaclassordoneAll-on-4surgery),thatthe concept was flawed and a recipe for disaster. Seven years later, all I can say is that I am so happy we did not listen to them. My advice? ‘Keep an open mind, take a course, and see for yourselves what a great service you can provide for your patients!’ _Foranycliniciansouttherelookingtoadoptateam approach like yours, is there a secret to successful partnership? Dr Tarun Agarwal: You have got to let go of your ego. We are all equals to the patient, after all, each bringing a different area of expertise to the team... Dr Uday Reebye: ...and let me add this: Listen to your patients. Be willing to talk to other clinicians to share ideas, and never be afraid to reach out when you need help. Most of us love to share what weknowwitheachother—tobeofhelpandtolearn more at the same time. And finally—enjoy! It is a wonderful journey._ Note:TheAll-on-4isaregisteredtrademarkofNobelBiocare. Dr Tarun Agarwal (left): ‘Over time we have pushed each other to take a closer look at each other’s perspective.’ 38 I CAD/CAM 4_2015 Nobel Biocare Balsberg Balz-Zimmermann-Str.7 CH-8302 Kloten Switzerland www.nobelbiocare.com/all-on-4 CAD/CAM_contact CAD0415_36-38_Nobel 06.11.15 12:02 Seite 3 CAD0415_36-38_Nobel 06.11.1512:02 Seite 3

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