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Greater New York returns for 99th time / Introducing Lares Perceptive and Smoothdrive / Introducing Lares Perceptive and Smoothdrive / Industry / Events / Implant Tribune U.S. Edition

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DENTAL TRIBUNE
The World’s Dental Newspaper · U.S. Edition

NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2023 — VOL. 18, NO. 8

INTRODUCING A NEW ELECTRIC
HANDPIECE SYSTEM
Product features first
voice-activated control
of motor settings.
” page A4

www.dental-tribune.com

Implant Tribune

Implant Tribune

TIME FOR AAOMS DIC

THE FUTURE IS HERE

Head to Chicago for the last
annual implant meeting of
the year.

One doctor talks about his
experience with dynamic
guided surgery.

” page B1

” page B4

Greater New York
returns for 99th time

NEWS

A2

• Help kids access dental care through

Scrap-4-Smiles Campaign.

INDUSTRY

A4–A8

• Introducing Lares Perceptive and

Smoothdrive.
By Aaron Rothkopf, Dental Tribune
Staff

• Designs for Vision: New innovations

to expand your vision.
• Straumann launches DANA.

A

s the weather gets cooler and
the days get darker, the time
for an annual tradition almost
100 years in the making
returns — the Greater New York Dental
Meeting is back for its 99th year.
Billed as one of the largest dental
meetings in the world, attendees can
expect to join more than 33,000 dental
professionals from more than 150
countries for a wide variety of full and
half-day seminars, hands-on workshops,
aisles of exhibitors showcasing the latest
technology and devices in the industry
and a chance to mingle with peers at
various social events.
Taking place from Friday, Nov. 24
through Wednesday, Nov. 29, the
GNYDM is expected to be bigger than
ever. One change is the expansion of its
World Implant Expo. The event will also
showcase its Annual Global Orthodontic
Conference, 3D Printing Conference,
Oral Health Symposium, Pediatric

• Curaprox: Recommending the right

powered brush for orthodontic
patients.

EVENTS

A9

• Hinman Dental Meeting announces

2024 dates and keynote session.

IMPLANT TRIBUNE

B1–B6

• Get ready for the AAOMS Dental

Implant Conference.
Summit, Women’s Program, Public
Health Program, Special Needs Courses
and Dental Laboratory Education.
This year’s event returns to the
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and
” See NEW YORK, page A2

The Statue of Liberty welcomes guests
to New York and, for a few days in
November, it will also serve as a welcome to
the 99th annual Greater New York Dental
Meeting. Expected to be larger than ever
this year, the meeting will take place from
Friday, Nov. 24 to Wednesday, Nov. 29.
Photo/William Warby, via Wikimedia Commons

• AAOMS introduces its 2023-24

officers and trustees.
• ‘Partial robotization of implant

placement will soon become an
obligation’.
• Registration is now open for the

AO 2024 Annual Meeting.

Make plans to ‘Connect and Collaborate’ at Yankee 2024
The Yankee Dental Congress is
considered one of the premiere dental
meetings in the United States for dental
professionals seeking the highest quality
dental continuing education, as well as
dental products, services and resources.
For nearly 50 years, Yankee has been
the place for dental professionals to learn
together, connect with colleagues and
define the future of dentistry. Held in

Boston each January, Yankee is the best
source in the United States for industry
professionals on the cutting-edge of oral
health care, according to the organizers.
Be part of the Yankee community
and join your peers for Yankee Dental
Congress 2024 at the Boston Convention
& Exhibition Center from Jan. 25 to 27.
Connect and Collaborate at Yankee with
a wide variety of continuing education

courses taught by industry experts.
Attendees will be able to gain insight on
evolving trends and best practices by
visiting exhibitors demonstrating the
most innovative technology solutions in
the industry. With the largest gathering
of dental professionals in the region,
Yankee 2024 provides the opportunity
to increase your perspective and grow
your dental professional network.

Yankee Dental Congress is sponsored
by the Massachusetts Dental Society, in
cooperation with the dental associations
of Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire,
Rhode Island and Vermont.
For a complete schedule and more
details and to register for the meeting,
visit www.yankeedental.com.
(Source: Yankee Dental Congress)


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FROM PAGE ONE

Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | November & December 2023

Dental offices can help kids
access dental care through
Scrap-4-Smiles Campaign
Millions of children across the United
States have difficulty accessing the
dental services they need to be healthy,
leading to a higher incidence of tooth
decay and risky infections that can bring
life-long consequences.
America’s ToothFairy, an organization
that increases access to pediatric dental
services in under-resourced areas of
the country, is excited to announce a
new, no-cost way for dental offices to
help improve oral health outcomes for
children in marginalized communities.
Through Scrap-4-Smiles, a new
campaign
in
partnership
with
CrownBuyers, dental offices can receive
top price for their precious metal
scrap while benefitting the nonprofit
organization’s national Dental Resource
Program (DRP). The program increases
access to oral health care by supporting
nonprofit clinics and community
partners
delivering
education,
prevention and treatment services for
underserved children.
Since 2006, DRP members have
received more than $25 million
in donated dental products and
equipment, educational materials and
financial grants that have helped them
provide dental services and education
to millions of children in communities
where accessing dental care can be a
challenge.
“The safety-net clinics we support
are uniquely equipped to address the
complex circumstances that prevent
children from low-income homes from

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will house more than 1,500 technical
exhibits where attendees can get
hands-on experience with the newest
technology. An international business
center has been established to meet
the needs of manufacturers interested
in exporting their products. There is
also an international hospitality center
where international guests can relax
and join other colleagues for coffee. And
as a bonus, some programming will be
offered in Spanish, Portuguese, Russian
and Chinese.
The exhibit floor hours are Sunday
through Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to
5:30 p.m. each day and Wednesday from
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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accessing the dental services they
need to be healthy,” said Jill Malmgren,
the executive director of America’s
ToothFairy. “We have found that
supporting their efforts is the most
effective and efficient way to change
oral health outcomes in communities
with higher rates of poverty and in areas
where there simply aren’t enough dental
professionals to provide adequate care.”
Children’s Dental Services (CDS), a
DRP member located in Minneapolis, is
largely reliant upon grant funding and
donations to support free and affordable

dental care options for more than 33,000
vulnerable children throughout the
state of Minnesota.
“Donated materials have continued to
be very important to us,” CDS’ executive
director, Sarah Wovcha, said. “This year,
support from America’s ToothFairy has
made it possible for CDS to serve over
3,150 additional patients.”
To learn more about the program, visit
AmericasToothFairy.org/scrap4smiles.

and procedures is one of the top priorities
of the GNYDM. Check out the New
Products Pavilion from Sunday through
Wednesday. You can see the newest and
latest products and services that you
can take back to your dental offices.
Seminars taking place throughout the
convention include ones on sleep apnea,
Botox and various cosmetic procedures
in the field of dentistry
Participants can also get continuing
education credits at this year’s event.
The GNYDM provides one hour of credit
for each hour of lecture.
The C.E. registry is located on the
exhibit floor. Proof of attendance for
continuing
education
certification
is available for all scientific sessions.
The number of C.E. hours is equal
to the number of hours per course.
Computerized C.E. certifications can be

printed out after each course or from
any computer with internet access up to
six months following the meeting.
For those staying near the convention
center, a complimentary shuttle bus will
deliver attendees to and from the event
from many hotels. The closest subway
is the 7 train, which stops at 34th StreetHudson across the street from the Javits
Center.
And since the GNYDM is taking place
in the city that never sleeps, you might
want to take advantage of all that the
Big Apple has to offer, including the
lighting of the Rockefeller Christmas
Tree, which takes place on the last day of
the conference.
For more information on these events
or any other part of the GNYDM annual
meeting, visit www.gnydm.com or
download the mobile app.

(Source: America’s ToothFairy)

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A4

Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | November & December 2023

Introducing Lares Perceptive and Smoothdrive
By Lares Research Staff

Lares Perceptive electric
handpiece system
The new Lares Research Perceptive
electric handpiece system features
dentistry’s first voice-activated control
of frequently changed motor settings,
such as speed presets, forward/reverse
and lighting.
The large, brightly lit tablet computer
touchscreen clearly displays current
motor settings. Three speed presets
reduce the risk of exceeding maximum
bur speeds to ensure patient and dental
team safety.
The quiet 40,000 rpm brushless
motor with bright, long life LED lighting
accepts all major brand and model
electric motor attachments. The ultralight, extra-supple hose minimizes hand
fatigue.
Perceptive’s
overcurrent
sensor
provides a visual and audible warning of
contra angle malfunction for enhanced
patient safety.
Setup of the system is “plug and play”
— just attach any 4-hole handpiece hose
to the motor control box.
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For more information
Visit Lares Research at www.laresdental.com to
learn more about the new Perceptive electric
handpiece system and the Lares Smoothdrive 1:5
electric contra angle.

Perceptive is available for a test drive.
Visit www.laresdental.com for more
information and pricing.

Lares Smoothdrive 1:5 electric
contra angle
The new Lares Smoothdrive 1:5 electric
contra angle fits all leading electric
motor brands and models. Smoothdrive
features a small head diameter and
narrow neck width for enhanced
visibility.
Precision gear technology assures
smooth, quiet operation and long life.
A corrosion resistant stainless-steel
exterior guarantees enduring good
looks.
Solid rod fiber optics provide bright,
long-lasting illumination. Quad port
spray provides unobstructed cooling.
The product is backed by a full twoyear warranty.

Smoothdrive is available for a test
drive. Visit www.laresdental.com for
more information and pricing.

About Lares Research
Founded in 1956, Lares Research is
a
second-generation
family-owned
American manufacturer committed to
outstanding customer service. Factory
direct distribution to U.S. dentists saves
30 to 60 percent vs. competitors selling
through dealers.
Factory repairs feature same-day
turnaround and free shipping both
ways. Knowledgeable sales reps provide

Photo/Provided by Lares Research

a single point of expert-level contact.
Trying Lares products is risk-free with
its 30-day money-back satisfaction
guarantee. For more information, call
(888) 333-8440, ext. 1, or go online to
www.laresdental.com.


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A6

Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | November & December 2023

New innovations to expand your vision
By Designs for Vision Staff

For more information
To learn more about any of Designs for Vision’s
products, stop by booth No. 3530 during the

Designs for Vision has launched several game-changing loupe and headlight
designs to change for the better the way
you work.
One of Designs for Vision’s several new
products lines includes the new patented Panoramic Field Loupes (US pat.
8928975B2).
The Panoramic Loupes represent the
most significant advancement in telescope design in more than 100 years,
according to the company. The viewable
areas are twice as large as prismatic expanded field designed loupes and up to
five times greater than Galilean loupes.
Panoramic Field loupes provide unprecedented field of view, clarity, definition and color, the company asserts.
Are you experiencing back or neck
pain or want to prevent musculoskeletal
injuries by improving your posture? The
Infinity VUE Loupes by Designs for Vision may be your answer.
The Infinity VUE allows you to keep
your head in a neutral position while the
loupe does the bending for you. The InAD

Greater New York or booth No. 715 during the
AAOMS DIC or contact the company by calling
(800) 345-4009 or emailing info@dvimail.com.

finity VUE is available in 3.0x, 3.5x and
4.5x magnifications.
Designs has also added the Micro
3.0EF to the award-winning Micro Series Loupes. The Micro 3.0EF has a field
of view of 100 mm and weighs less than
70 grams.
The Micro Series includes REALITY 5
Star rated Micro 3.5EF Scopes and Micro
4.5EF Scopes, utilizing a revolutionary
optical design that reduces the size of
the prismatic telescope by 50 percent
and reduces the weight by 40 percent
while providing an expanded field view
of the oral cavity.
Designs for Vision is also introducing
patented (US pat. 8,851,709 & RE46,463)
hands-free infrared technology with
the WireLess IR HDi and the Micro IR
HDi headlights. The patented IR feature
allows you to operate the headlight

Infinity VUE loupes, one of many innovations from
Designs for Vision, are designed to help improve
posture. (Photo/Provided by Designs for Vision)

without touching the system.
The IR headlights use a built-in infrared signal to allow you to turn the light
on or off simply and safely. Onboard biometrics sense the position of the headlight to filter out unintended signals
while working.

You can see the Visible Difference
yourself by visiting Designs for Vision’s
booths, No. 3530 during the GNYDM or
No. 715 during theAAOMS DIC, or you can
contact the company to arrange a visit in
your office by calling (800) 345-4009 or
emailing info@dvimail.com.


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INDUSTRY

A7

Straumann launches DANA
Online educational resource aims to help dental professionals become experts in digital dentistry
Straumann, a global leader in tooth
replacement and digital workflows, has
announced the launch of the Digital
Academy North America (DANA), a
cutting-edge digital platform designed
to support dental professionals in their
adoption of digital technologies and
workflows, with a focus on customercentricity, ease of use and streamlined
design.
With the rapid advancement of
digital dentistry, dental professionals
are seeking more effective ways to
integrate digital tools into their practice.
DANA provides a comprehensive set
of educational resources, including
online courses, webinars and access
to expert-led workshops, covering the
full spectrum of digital dentistry, from
digital impressions to guided implant
placement and clear aligners.
“DANA is a game-changer for dental
professionals looking to leverage the
benefits of digital dentistry,” said Jason
Coss, vice president of digital solutions
for Straumann North America.
“Our goal is to provide a platform that is
easy to use, informative and supportive,
enabling dental professionals to
enhance their skills and deliver the best
possible care to their patients.”
DANA features a streamlined user
interface, making it easy to navigate and
access the content. The platform is also
optimized for mobile devices, enabling
dental professionals to learn on the go.
In addition, DANA offers a range
of tools and resources that can be
customized to meet the specific needs
of each user, including personalized
training plans and ongoing support
from expert trainers.
“We are thrilled to launch DANA
and provide a comprehensive digital
education
platform
for
dental
professionals in North America,” said
Hilary McConkey, senior director
of marketing for digital solutions at
Straumann North America.
“Our commitment to customercentricity and innovation has driven
the development of DANA, and we
are confident that it will be a valuable
resource for the dental community.”
DANA is now available to dental
professionals across North America. To
learn more, visit www.straumann.us/
dana.

Photo/Provided by Straumann Group

About Straumann Group
The Straumann Group is a global
leader in tooth replacement and
orthodontic solutions that restore
smiles and confidence. It unites
global and international brands that
stand for excellence, innovation and
quality in replacement, corrective and
digital dentistry including Anthogyr,

ClearCorrect, Dental Wings, Medentika,
Neodent, NUVO, Straumann and other
fully or partly owned companies and
partners.
In collaboration with leading clinics,
institutes and universities, the group
researches, develops, manufactures and
supplies dental implants, instruments,

CAD/CAM prosthetics, orthodontic
aligners, biomaterials and digital
solutions for use in tooth correction,
replacement and restoration or to
prevent tooth loss.
Headquartered in Basel in Switzerland,
the group currently employs more than
10,400 people worldwide.

Its products, solutions and services
are available in more than 100 countries
through a broad network of distribution
subsidiaries and partners. Learn more at
www.straumann.us

(Source: Straumann Group)


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A8

Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | November & December 2023

Recommending the right powered
brush for orthodontic patients
By Curaprox Staff

During orthodontic therapy, only excellent oral hygiene leads to excellent results. However, dental professionals are
unsure when it comes to recommending
powered toothbrushes to orthodontic
patients.
Dr. Sercan Akyalcin, head of orthodontics and graduate program director
at Harvard School of Dental Medicine,
discusses Curaprox’ Hydrosonic pro and
what makes it an ideal tool.

Oral hygiene is crucial to success
“With increasing numbers of adults
seeking orthodontic treatment, oral hygiene maintenance is an ever-hot topic
for busy orthodontic practices. And as a
practicing orthodontist, I always seek innovative tools to make life easier for our
patients.
“This is essential in orthodontics as
exceptional outcomes after orthodontic
treatment closely follow patients’ overall compliance, especially concerning
oral hygiene.
“Poor oral hygiene standards hinder
maintaining healthy periodontium,
cause bacterial plaque accumulation
and eventually lead to white spot lesion
formation in orthodontic patients.
“In addition, I have often observed
that tooth movement response to orthodontic forces is subpar in patients with
compromised oral hygiene.”

The Curaprox Hydrosonic pro comes with three brush heads: power, sensitive and single. Photos/Provided by Curaprox

What do we know?
“Systematic reviews and meta-analyses
have shown that there is moderate certainty that powered toothbrushes reduce plaque and the incidence of gingivitis over the short and long term. While
many powered toothbrushes, depending
on their mode of action, i.e., oscillatingrotating or the shape of the brush head,
may not apply to the standard hygiene
maintenance of orthodontic patients,
Curaprox’s Hydrosonic pro caught my
attention.
“An ideal brush head for orthodontic patients should be able to clean the
hard-to-reach nooks and crannies where
biofilm accumulates.
“The Hydrosonic pro has three brush
heads: power, sensitive and single. While
the first two are aimed at regular toothbrushing with sonic action and seven
modes ranging from 44,000 to 84,000
brush head movements, the single-tufted brush head could easily reach concealed areas where bacteria and plaque
accumulation readily occur in the niches between the teeth, brackets, attachments and wires.”

The Curaprox Hydrosonic pro’s brush heads are designed to help reach areas where bacteria
and plaque accumulation readily occur.

Dr. Sercan Akyalcin is the head of
orthodontics and graduate program director
at Harvard School of Dental Medicine.

Gentle bristles; no damage

For more information

“This single, extra small brush head
could make a potential difference in
orthodontic patients for tooth-by-tooth
and gumline cleaning, considering that
all brush heads are made of ultra-fine
filaments instead of traditional nylon
bristles.
“The single brush head uses the finest
Curen bristles, each measuring 0.088
mm in diameter. These ultra-fine filaments do not absorb water as much as
nylon bristles do and, therefore, can
keep their original texture when wet.

“Standard bristles usually make many
brush heads too stiff or thick. In addition, regular bristles may not remove
plaque adequately because they do not
reach the gum line correctly.
“When directed to hollowed-out or
confined spaces, the resulting pressures might cause abrasions or damage
the periodontium. Curaprox’s patented
Curen bristles adjust to the dental anatomy without hurting the gingiva or causing damage, even under the most substantial forces.
“I tested the innovative and teardrop-

Learn more about Curaprox’ Hydrosonic pro at
curaprox.com.

shaped single brush head. The adaptability of the bristles around the gumline is
impressive and provides an intense sulcus cleaning without feeling any excessive pressure.
“I found the bristles so soft yet very
effective. This makes using the single
brush around brackets, miniscrews and
wires extremely comfortable.”


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EVENTS

A9

Hinman Dental Meeting announces
2024 dates and keynote session
Event to be held March 21-23 in Atlanta
By Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting
Staff

The Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting — one of the nation’s leading dental
meetings and comprehensive sources of
continuing education in dentistry — has
announced its 2024 dates. The 111th annual meeting will take place March 21-23
at the Georgia World Congress Center
(GWCC) and Omni Hotel at CNN Center
in Atlanta.
In addition, The Evasons: Mentalist
Duo and Telepathists will present at the
keynote session on Thursday, March 21
at 5:30 p.m.
Tessa and Jeff Evason are one of very
few married couples in history who have
mastered the rare and mysterious art of

second sight and are recognized globally
as the world’s foremost Mentalist Duo.
They were the first recipients of The
Mentalism Award from the Milbourne
Christopher Foundation. They were
awarded the highest honor for distinguished professionalism by the Psychic
Entertainers Association. They are the
only mentalists ever to receive the SARMOTI Award from Siegfried & Roy in Las
Vegas. And they’ve been nominated for
Stage Magicians of the Year by the Academy of Magical Arts in Los Angeles.
When you see the Evasons in action,
you’ll understand why on Penn & Teller’s
international primetime TV show “Fool
Us,” Penn & Teller said: “The kind of
mental gymnastics that are done on this
are unbelievable. This act is so good! Just
breathtaking! We’ve never seen better!”

The Evasons:
Mentalist Duo and
Telepathists will
present the keynote
session during the
2024 Hinman Dental
Meeting, taking
place March 21 to 23.
(Photo/Provided by
Hinman Dental
Meeting)

And on the World’s Greatest Magic on
NBC, The Evasons were called “The finest
act of its kind in the world!”
The Evasons do not use plants, stooges
or concealed electronic cueing or signaling devices (including hidden microphones, earphones, cameras or radios) to
secretly communicate with each other.
They pledge to pay $100,000 to anyone
who can prove otherwise.

Even skeptics are baffled by their abilities. The Evasons love inspiring people to
open their minds to new possibilities.
“We’re not trying to change beliefs,”
Jeff and Tessa explain, “only to spark
imagination and tickle the sense of wonder!”
Registration for Hinman 2024 will
open on Dec. 5. Visit Hinman.org for
more information.
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IMPLANT TRIBUNE
The World’s Dental Implant Newspaper · U.S. Edition

NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2023 — VOL. 18, NO. 5

www.dental-tribune.com

Get ready for the annual
Dental Implant Conference
By Aaron Rothkopf, Implant Tribune
Staff

T

he third largest city in the
United States is once again the
place to be this December, when
the American Association of
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons annual
Dental Implant Conference returns
to Chicago — and specifically, to the
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk,
where hundreds of dental professionals
will converge for three days of
technology and learning as well as a
chance to network with colleagues from
around the country.
Your entire implant team will get
a chance to see first-hand the latest
innovative techniques and procedures as
well as see up close the latest technology
being used to make your patients’ visits
more seamless and pain-free.
There will be plenty of opportunity
to earn continuing education credit at
this year’s event, taking place Dec. 1 and
2. More than three dozen speakers from
across the United States and the world
will be hosting informational classes
and demonstrations. You can earn C.E.
credit while attending these events.
Educational session materials will be
available online. To access the materials,
you will need your registration number
displayed on your conference badge as
well as your registration confirmation.
You can also claim C.E. credit for sessions
you attend via the mobile app or at
AAOMS.org/MyCE.
Attendees at this year’s AAOMS DIC
will have the chance to see more than
100 companies showcasing their latest
products and services geared toward
dental implants. All these companies
will be set up in the exhibit hall, open on
Friday, Dec. 1 from 9:15 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.
and Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9:15 a.m. to 1:30
p.m.
There will be several beverage
breaks throughout the day as well as
complimentary box lunches available.
And after a full day of learning and
seeing the latest implant technology,

Mark your calendars for the annual AAOMS Dental Implant Conference, taking place Dec. 1 and 2 in Chicago. The meeting will feature expert
speakers and demonstrations of the latest innovative techniques and procedures. While there, take some time for a stroll down the
Magnificent Mile (pictured above) for some upscale shopping and dining. Photo/Ken Lund from Reno, Nev., via Wikimedia Commons

join your friends and colleagues for
a conference reception Friday in the
exhibit hall. From 4:45 to 6:15 p.m.,
attendees can enjoy beverages as well
as hors d’oeuvres while networking
amongst the latest implant products and
services.
All the information about this

year’s event can be found right at
your fingertips. The Dental Implant
Conference Mobile App is available for
Apple or Android devices by visiting
the Apple App Store or Google Play and
searching for AAOMS Events.
While you are in Chicago, don’t forget
to check out some of the cities amazing

restaurants and key attractions. Head
over to the John Hancock Center for
views of the city from 100 stories up,
stroll down the city’s most famous
street, the Magnificent Mile, for some
upscale shopping and dining, and head
to Millennium Park to have your picture
taken in front of The Bean.


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Implant Tribune U.S. Edition | October 2023

AAOMS introduces its
2023-24 officers and trustees
Mark A. Egbert, DDS, FACS, was
introduced as the 2023-24 president of
the American Association of Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) during
the recent annual meeting in San Diego.
With AAOMS’s other officers and Board
of Trustees, Egbert assumes leadership
of
the
professional
organization
representing more than 9,000 oral and
maxillofacial surgeons.
Egbert of Kenmore, Wash., previously
served as AAOMS president-elect, vice
president and District VI trustee as well
as a delegate to the AAOMS House for 14
years.
“Today, I am filled with gratitude.
The American Association of Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgeons has a rich past
and a bright future,” Egbert said during
his inaugural address at the House of
Delegates’ third session.
“As an association, we hold high
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expectations, a commitment to others
over self, and both an opportunity and
an obligation to positively influence the
future of our profession.”
Egbert continues to practice at Seattle
Children’s Hospital, and he was chief of
the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgery there for more than 20 years.
Previously, he spent 14 years as chief
of oral and maxillofacial surgery at
Harborview Medical Center, the only
Level I trauma center in Seattle.
He is an associate professor of oral and
maxillofacial surgery at the University
of Washington and has an adjunct
appointment in the Division of Plastic
Surgery in the UW School of Medicine.
In addition, Egbert served eight years as
an examiner with the American Board of
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS).
He also was president of the Western
Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

and the Washington State Society of
OMS as well as a director on the OMS
Foundation Board.
For his efforts, the International
College of Dentists welcomed Egbert as
a new fellow at its USA Section Annual
Meeting, Convocation and Fiesta in 2022.
Egbert succeeds Paul J. Schwartz,
DMD, who will serve as immediate past
president. Other 2023-24 officers are
President-Elect J. David Morrison, DMD;
Vice President Robert S. Clark, DMD;
Treasurer Jeffrey H. Wallen, DDS; and
Speaker of the House Steven R. Nelson,
DDS, MS.
Morrison,
of
Loveland,
Ohio,
is assistant professor of Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery at the University
of Cincinnati College of Medicine in
Ohio. He has served as AAOMS vice
president, District IV trustee and caucus
chair and president of the Ohio Society

of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
and the Cincinnati Society of Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgeons.
In addition, he has been a member
of the AAOMS House of Delegates for
more than 20 years, the chair of the
Commission on Professional Conduct
and a member of multiple committees.
Additionally, Edward J. Miller, DMD,
was elected to the Board of Trustees and
will serve District I’s northeastern states.
Trustees W. Frederick Stephens, DDS,
District VI, and Debra M. Sacco, DMD,
MD, District III were re-elected to twoyear terms.
Other AAOMS Trustees are Martin
E. Eichner, DDS, District II; Gregory M.
Ness, DDS, FACS, District IV; and Charles
A. Crago, DMD, MD, FACS, District V.

(Source: AAOMS)


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INDUSTRY

B4

Implant Tribune U.S. Edition | November & December 2023

‘Partial robotization of
implant placement will
soon become an obligation’
An interview with
Dr. Jacques Vermeulen
By ClaroNav Staff

Dr. Jacques Vermeulen of France relates his experience with Navident,
echoing the sentiments of other practitioners in each market Navident EVO is
sold.
You can find the global EVO testimonials of Dr. Silvia La Rosa (United States),
Dr. Luca Comuzzi (Italy), Dr. Marc Miller
(United States) and Dr. Mohamed Fayad
(United States) at www.claronav.com/
navident/testimo nials/.
1. How long have you been using
Navident UNO (Navident’s first system)
and when did you receive your Navident
EVO (Navident’s newest system)?
I started using Navident UNO in 2019,
and I was very satisfied.
I received EVO at the beginning of
2023 and kept the UNO system for three
months in my clinic as a precaution. I
wanted to make sure that EVO worked
perfectly.
I was pleasantly surprised by EVO’s
performance and the software’s userfriendliness.
Ninety-five percent of implant surgeries are now performed with EVO.
2. What prompted you to buy the
upgrade?
The technical improvements in EVO vs.
UNO, such as: impression registration,
autoclavable parts that are smaller and
lighter, and especially the handpiece
tracker, which has no blank spots for the
Navident EVO camera — which was a
major flaw on the Navident UNO.
The protocol for complete edentulous
cases using impression registration,
without the need for osteosynthesis
screws, played a positive role in my decision.
Future developments in EVO also convinced me. The forthcoming possibility
of controlling the implantology engine
and photogrammetric impression taking were also important factors in my
decision.

At left, Dr. Jacques Vermeulen uses the Navident UNO. At right, he uses the Navident EVO.
(Photos/Provided by ClaroNav)

3. How many cases have you
performed with each system?
Estimated.
I estimate having carried out at least
150 clinical cases with Navident UNO,
and to date I’ve carried out 70 clinical
cases with Navident EVO. This translates
to more than 500 implants placed with
Navident.
4. What are your impressions of the
improvements made to the EVO
system?
1. Speed and user-friendliness of the
planning software. For example, with
Navident UNO, I used to carry out an implant pre-study on Simplant, and since
I’ve got EVO, I’ve totally abandoned this
pre-study.
I now carry out the study directly on
EVO.

2. Ease of STL matching, either from
the optical impression or from a study
of the prosthetic project by the laboratory. It only takes a few seconds!
3. Impression registration eliminates
the need for tracing (saving one to two
minutes) and the need to place osteosynthesis screws in the case of the completely edentulous or in the case of immediate implant extraction
5 . Would you recommend it to a
colleague and why?
I would simply say that the future lies
in dynamically guided surgery! Implant
placement without planning and dynamic assistance would be like driving
a car without GPS, an airbag or a braking
assistant.
The time lag between planning and
dynamic guided surgery is negligible.

For more information
To learn more about the Navident EVO and see it for
yourself, stop by the Navident booth, No. 205 during
the AAOMS Dental Implant Conference, taking place
Dec. 1 and 2 in Chicago.

Twenty-four years ago, when I tried to
convince my colleagues that the use of
a static guide would be the future, I was
preaching to the choir.
Today, all young practitioners use static guidance ...! In fact, they’re 20 years
behind the times ...!
Today, we need to invest in dynamic
guidance, which allows a rapid transition from planning to surgery and
avoids the use of highly polluting and
expensive resins. Partial robotization of
implant placement will soon become an
obligation.


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Implant Tribune U.S. Edition | November & December 2023

EVENTS

B5

Registration now open for
the AO 2024 Annual Meeting
To attend

By Academy of Osseointegration Staff

Visit osseo.org to view the full program and register
for the 2024 AO Annual Meeting.

Plan to attend the Academy of Osseointegration’s (AO) 2024 Annual Meeting,
“Going Beyond the Boundaries: Optimizing Patient Care Through Scientific
and Clinical Innovation,” from March 7
to 9 in Charlotte, N.C.
Join 1,500 other periodontists, prosthodontists, oral maxillofacial surgeons,
general dentists and support staff for
three days of engaging presentations
and workshops conveying the latest scientific research and techniques.
Master the identification, management and prevention of complications
through in-person presentations and
informal discussions with current and
emerging leaders while earning more

than 63 hours of C.E. credit.
No matter your discipline, there will
be something for everyone. The program includes:
• Keynote presentation by Edward
Schwarz, PhD
• At least 10 hours of networking opportunities

• 17.5 hours of hands-on workshops
• Surgical and prosthetic tracks
• Earn more than 65 hours of C.E.
credit
• Clinical and scientific abstract presentations
• President’s Reception special event
at the NASCAR Hall of Fame

• Young Clinician’s Lecture and Reception
• Expansive industry exhibition
Confirmed speakers include Drs.
Thomas Albrektsson, Stephen Chu, German Gallucci, Ueli Grunder, Darnell Kaigler, Bach Le, Mark Ludlow, George Mandelaris, Craig Misch, Paul Rosen, Edward
Schwarz, Tiziano Testori, Istvan Urban,
Giovanni Zucchelli and many more.
After the meeting, take in all of the
arts and culture, attractions and nightlife the “Queen City” has to offer.
Registration is now open. Visit osseo.
org to view the full program.
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