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07 Dental Tribune Asia Pacific Edition | 1+2/2017 BUSINESS By DTI BAR-LEV, Israel: This March, MIS Implants Technologies is officially launching its latest in implant en- gineering, the B+ implant surface treatment, at the International Dental Show in Cologne. The B+ layer bonds chemically with the surface of the titanium dioxide of an implant and integrates per- fectly with existing and newly forming bone, achieving greater initial osseointegration and longer-term stability. Dr Björn-Owe Aronsson, who developed this unique surface together with his team at Nano Bridging Molecules, has presented case studies in which B+ proved very efficient in maintaining the bone level over time. This is particularly bene- ficial for patients with compro- mised bone healing and poor blood supply. The specific bone- bonding properties of the surface have proved to produce greater fixation of the implant in the early stages post-placement, as well as greater stability later on. Aronsson explains: “Titanium is used as implant material due to its inertness and high acceptance by the body. Over the years, how- ever, a wish for faster and more predictable integration with the bone has been driving research on the importance of the surface structural and chemical proper- ties.” The surface consists of a monolayer of multi-phosphonate molecules. These have a very high affinity to titanium dioxide, ena- bling a true covalent bond. The unique properties of this layer also make it extremely hydro- philic, which facilitates the col- onisation of cells on the surface naturally. Research has even shown that blood vessels grow directly into the surface of the implant, which is unaffected by the oral environment and has been proved very stable in different pH levels. “With the initial results from testing of the B+ surface, it was discovered that, for the first time, specific biochemical bonding can be obtained already at the very early healing phase after implan- tation,” Aronsson said. MIS was very excited to learn about these discoveries and im- mediately saw the potential for a major breakthrough. Having been seeking a suitable company to partner with, Aronsson and his team were equally enthusiastic about embarking on the commer- cialisation phase with a company able to achieve rapid implemen- tation in clinical practice and with a strong position in the market to advance their product. Mostrecently,MIShaslaunched a user experience project involving 250 participants worldwide, who will be placing ten implants each with the B+ surface and reporting their experiences. The results of studies conducted by Aronsson and his team are extremely prom- ising and both partners are ex- ploring future applications for this advancement. MIS announces release of B+ implant surface VITA shade, VITA made. VITA ENAMIC® redefines load capacity.* The first ceramic with dual network structure for unsurpassed absorption of masticatory forces VITA ENAMIC® • enormous load capacity since masticatory forces are absorbed • reduction of wall thickness possible to achieve restorations that require minimal preparation • highly precise and particularly accurate results • tooth-like material properties • fast and easy to process with no furnace required *) In addition to a high degree of elasticity, this innovative hybrid ceramic guarantees outstanding load capacity after adhesive bonding. www.vita-enamic.com facebook.com/vita.zahnfabrik 3522E New: VITA IMPLANT SOLUTIONS VITA ENAMIC® IS AD