Nuance Technology, Inc

$25 off your next Nuance case!

2010-09-21T14:48:00.002-07:00

Visit now to get your coupon! www.nuancedentaltechnology.com
On our website's mainpage we now have a promotional coupon for you to use with your next case. This includes our high end products including EMAX and 3i Incise, as well as our standard PFM products. If you need bags, RX Forms, or shipping supplies just place a call to us and we'll get them to you as quickly as possible.

You can reach us toll free at 1.866.330.9111 or 205.554.7691

Full Zirconia Crowns

2010-09-21T14:48:00.001-07:00

Nuance is now offering full contour zirconia crowns for patients that brux or grind their teeth. These crowns are virtually unbreakable and even have a 7 year warranty to back it up. Because of the immense hardness of these restorations we really only recommend them for posterior teeth that are in high stress situations. We'll be offering these crowns for $105. Please call with any questions or requests.

Thanks
Noah

Featured Case #2

2009-02-12T07:45:00.001-08:00

7 Procera Alumina Crowns

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After

Courtesy to Dr.Anderson for providing the Pre/Post Op photos

Study shows superior marginal fit for Procera vs. Lava

2008-12-12T06:36:00.000-08:00

A study published in the prestigious International Journal of Prosthodontics demonstrated that the marginal fit of Procera®’s zirconia 3-unit posterior bridgework showed lower discrepancies than those produced with 3M’s Lava™ system. The article entitled “Marginal Fit of Zirconia Posterior Fixed Partial Dentures”* ran in the September/October 2008 issue of the journal.

The researchers compared the fit of ten 3-unit bridges done with each CAD/CAM system. They found that in terms of marginal accuracy of the bridges, in what many experts feel is the most important clinical aspect of long-term restoration performance, the bridges produced with the Procera® system had less than half the marginal discrepancy of those produced with the Lava™ system.

2008 has seen Procera® coping and frameworks evolve to better meet your laboratory needs. Our zirconia copings now come in 4 shades to make producing natural looking crowns even more efficient for you. Our new, more precise internal fit provides a difference that you will feel.

These are examples of Nobel Biocare’s Procera® system providing the highest level of performance for your CAD/CAM restorations. Whether you are using Procera® for copings, implant and tooth-born bridges or custom abutments, know that you are providing your dental customers with the highest quality of restoration that is available today. http://media.meiotic.com/Nobel/images/Procera_v_Lava_02.jpg

Dental Care Can Reduce Risk Of Preterm Birth By Nearly 50 Percent

2008-10-13T14:37:00.000-07:00

02 Oct 2008

According to a study conducted by Aetna (NYSE:AET) and Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, women who received dental care before or during their pregnancy had a lower risk of giving birth to a preterm or low birth weight baby than pregnant women who didn't seek dental care at all. The study, conducted between January 1, 2003 and September 30, 2006, reviewed medical and dental insurance data for 29,000 pregnant women who each had medical and dental coverage with Aetna to determine if there was an association between dental treatment and the likelihood of experiencing either birth outcome.

"Further studies need to be done but our findings show that dental treatment had a protective effect on adverse birth outcomes in women who sought dental treatment," said David A. Albert, DDS, MPH, Director, Division of Community Health, College of Dental Medicine, Columbia University.

When comparing the group who did not receive any dental treatment to the groups that received gum treatment and dental cleaning, the study found:

- The preterm birth rate was 11.0 percent for those not receiving dental treatment, and 6.4 percent for those receiving treatment
- The low birth weight rate was 5.4 percent for those not receiving dental treatment and 3.6 percent or lower among the groups receiving treatment

The Institute of Medicine of the National Academies determined that premature births, meaning babies born at less than 37 weeks of pregnancy, cost at least $26 billion a year and represented 12.5 percent of births in the U.S. in 2005.

"The results of this study send a strong message about the importance of dental care for women who want to start a family," said Dr. Mary Lee Conicella, DMD, FAGD, National Director of Clinical Operations, Aetna Dental. "We are seeing evidence that supports the role of routine preventive dental care in helping to protect the health of the newborn and the mother and contributing to lower associated medical costs."

Aetna provides educational information about the importance of good oral health to women who are planning to become pregnant, as identified in responses to its Health Risk Assessment tool. Aetna also provides a dental/medical integration (DMI) program to pregnant women and at-risk members with diabetes and cardiovascular diseases who have both Aetna dental and medical coverage. The program is comprised of enhanced benefits, including an extra cleaning, full coverage for certain periodontal services and a variety of outreach methods to at-risk members who are not currently seeking dental care. As a result of various outreach methods during a two-year pilot with 500,000 Aetna members, 63 percent of those at-risk members who had not been to the dentist in 12 months sought dental care.

"The findings from this latest study we conducted continue to show that members with certain conditions who are engaged in seeking preventive care, such as regular dental visits, can improve their overall health and quality of life," said Alan Hirschberg, head of Aetna Dental.

Aetna Dental launched its DMI program last fall following a published research analysis it conducted with Columbia University College of Dental Medicine which found that high-risk individuals that sought earlier dental care lowered the risk or severity of their condition and subsequently, lowered their overall medical costs.

About Aetna Dental

Aetna Dental is one of the nation's leading providers of integrated and stand-alone dental products, serving more than 14 million dental members. Aetna Dental has also established itself as a leader in the research and execution of dental/medical integration programs. It launched its own program in 2006, which includes enhanced benefits and educational outreach to members to help them achieve optimal health.

About Aetna

Aetna is one of the nation's leading diversified health care benefits companies, serving approximately 37.2 million people with information and resources to help them make better informed decisions about their health care. Aetna offers a broad range of traditional and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, group life and disability plans, and medical management capabilities and health care management services for Medicaid plans. Our customers include employer groups, individuals, college students, part-time and hourly workers, health plans, governmental units, government-sponsored plans, labor groups and expatriates.

Aetna

Case of Distinction- Sept. 2008

2008-10-07T14:07:00.000-07:00

Among other things, we will be using this blog to bring attention to some of the most satisfying cases we do. Our first case is a 6 unit upper anterior veneer case. Optimal aesthetics were desired so the veneers were done as Empress Esthetic veneers, which is a hybrid process of layered porcelain on a pressed Empress veneer. It really provides beautiful results. From what we were told the patient was extremely happy with the results and was all smiles after bonding and that is exactly what we like to hear.

Before

After

Photos courtesy of David Anderson, DMD

Lunch and Learn

2008-10-06T10:29:00.001-07:00

If you have any interest in Vident coming into your office for a lunch and learn similar to the program we had about shade selection; please contact Randy for help with setting it up.

Vident: Science of Shade Selection and Aesthetic Observation

2008-09-24T09:23:00.001-07:00

We had a good turn out at the Hotel Capstone on the 22nd of Sept. Mark Baker, CDT spoke at length about the highly technical aspects of shade selection. I for one learned alot and my general impression was that everyone learned a little something. I know the girls at the lab came in this morning very excited about trying some of the things they learned. I think we all had our shades taken this morning.

Welcome to Nuance's Blog

2008-09-24T09:15:00.000-07:00

What we hope to accomplish here is to keep our customers informed about new products and services, as well bringing spot light to cases of merit and common problems we all have. We look forward to bringing information to you we think is of importance and hope that you will do the same for us.

Thanks

Noah