Jacksonville Dental Specialists - January 2025

BioHorizons Smart Shape Healers A REVOLUTION IN DIGITAL DENTAL WORKFLOWS

BioHorizons Smart Shape Healers are a revolutionary new technology in the field of dental implants. These innovative healing abutments are designed to streamline clinical workflows and improve patient outcomes. What is the technology? BioHorizons Smart Shape Healers are anatomically shaped healing abutments that are designed to match the natural contours of the teeth. This unique design offers several advantages: • Improved Aesthetics: The healers help to create a more natural-looking and aesthetically pleasing result by providing optimal soft tissue contouring. • Enhanced Comfort: The smooth, contoured surface of the healers can reduce discomfort and irritation for patients. • Simplified Workflow: The healers are designed to be easily integrated into both traditional and digital workflows, saving time and effort for both clinicians and patients. How do they create efficiency in the digital workflow? BioHorizons Smart Shape Healers are designed to be fully compatible with digital dental technologies. This integration creates a more efficient and streamlined workflow: • Scannability: The healers feature a matte surface that is optimized for scanning with intraoral scanners. This allows for accurate and precise digital impressions of the implant site. • Digital Design: The digital impressions can be used to design custom abutments that perfectly match the shape and contour of the healers. This eliminates the need for multiple impressions and fittings, saving time and reducing the risk of errors. • Reduced Chair Time: The streamlined workflow associated with Smart Shape Healers can significantly reduce chair time for both the clinician and the patient.

This means patients can spend less time in the dental chair and more time enjoying their new smile. Additional Benefits of Smart Shape Healers: • Predictable Results: The anatomically shaped design of the healers helps to ensure predictable and consistent results. • Patient Comfort: The smooth, contoured surface of the healers can help to minimize discomfort and irritation for patients. • Versatility: Smart Shape Healers are compatible with a variety of implant systems, making them a versatile solution for dental professionals. BioHorizons Smart Shape Healers represent a significant advancement in dental implant technology. By streamlining workflows, improving aesthetics, and enhancing patient comfort, these innovative healers are poised to revolutionize the way dental implants are placed and restored.

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2025 ADA CODES: KEY UPDATES FOR DENTISTS The American Dental Association (ADA) has released the 2025 Current Dental Terminology (CDT) code set, which will take effect on Jan. 1, 2025. This update includes several new codes, revisions, and deletions designed to reflect advancements in dental technology and procedures.

• D8091: Comprehensive Orthodontic Treatment With Orthognathic Surgery: This code covers orthodontic treatment combined with jaw surgery. • D8671: Periodic Orthodontic Treatment Visit Associated With Orthognathic Surgery: This code is for follow-up visits after orthognathic surgery. • D9914: Administration of Dermal Fillers: This code is for the injection of dermal fillers into the lips or perioral region. • D9913: Administration of Neuromodulators: This code is for the injection of neuromodulators into the masseter muscle for the treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. • D9959: Unspecified Sleep Apnea Services Procedures, by Report It is important for dentists to familiarize themselves with the 2025 ADA codes to ensure accurate billing and documentation. Staying up to date on the latest coding changes is crucial for maintaining efficient and compliant dental practices.

10 NEW PROCEDURE CODES: • D2956: Removal of an Indirect Restoration on a Natural Tooth: Not to be used for a temporary or provisional. • D6180: Implant Maintenance: This code is for maintenance procedures performed on implants when a full-arch fixed hybrid prosthesis is not removed. • D6193: Replacement of Implant Screw: This code covers the replacement of a broken or damaged implant screw. • D7252: Partial Extraction for Immediate Implant Placement: This code is for the extraction of a tooth followed by immediate placement of an implant. • D7259: Nerve Dissection: This code is for the dissection of a nerve during a surgical procedure.

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