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What implants are affected by this new change in implant-abutment connection?
Only the connection of 3.5/4.0 implants have changed. The pre-mounted carrier, however, has been removed from all implants for simplified handling.
What is the Wrench Adapter used for?
The Wrench Adapter (REF 24572) was developed so existing surgical customers can use their existing Surgical Wrench (REF 24178) and/or Torque Wrench (REF 24075) for implant placement with the new Implant Drivers.
What is the purpose of the new Driver Handle?
The Driver Handle, in combination with the Ratchet Wrench, can be used for final seating of the implant.
How do I distinguish between the two different connections and identify their corresponding components?
All packaging for the components will be colour-coded to indicate the size of the connection that they correspond to: aqua for the small connection (3.5/4.0) and lilac for the large connection(4.5/5.0). Some components with an implant connection (eg. Healing Abutments) are laser-marked for identification of their implant-abutment connection size.
How does the new depth measuring for prosthetic components work?
The measuring system is stated in millimetres, with the “0” starting point located at the implant level. This applies to all components that connect into the implants. The measurements stated in the names of components reflect the height from the implant level to the restorative margin.
Can the packaging labels for abutments be used for patient records?
Yes. For your convenience, a perforated section of the packaging label of all sterile abutments and components can be removed and placed in the patient's records.
Will all restorative components have colour-coded labels?
Yes, all sterile and non-sterile abutments and components with an implant connection will be colour-coded to indicate the implant-abutment connection size.
Since the 4.5 and 5.0 implants have remained the same, can I use existing abutments that I already have in inventory with the new 4.5/5.0 implants?
Yes, however, because the measuring system of components and abutments that fit into the implant has been changed, it is recommended that new components and abutments are used together whenever possible.
Can I use the existing replicas that I currently have in the laboratory?
Due to the change in the internal threads of 3.5/4.0 implants, replicas purchased before October 1st 2006 are not compatible with post October 1st 2006 implants. Replicas for 4.5/5.0 implants can be used for both pre- and post October 1st 2006 implants.
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