Astra Tech, leading provider of comprehensive solutions for dental
implant therapy, is pleased to announce the availability of expanded
Atlantis™ abutment options for Straumann implants. Following the recent
launch of Atlantis abutments in titanium and gold-shaded titanium for
Straumann Bone Level 4.1 and 4.8 implants, Atlantis™ abutments in
zirconia are now also available for these Bone Level implants.
Astra Tech is also introducing Atlantis™ abutments for the Straumann
Standard Plus NN (Narrow Neck) 3.3 implant in titanium and gold-shaded
titanium.
Providing custom CAD/CAM abutments in the most interface and material
options available on the market today further underscores Astra Tech’s
commitment to offering freedom and flexibility to dental professionals.
Additional interface and material launches for the Atlantis™
patient-specific solution are expected.
About Atlantis™ abutments
Atlantis abutments are designed and fabricated using Atlantis VAD™
(Virtual Abutment Design) software, a patented process that combines
state-of-the-art 3D optical scanning, advanced software and
manufacturing methods to deliver patient-specific abutments that
eliminates the need for hand modification.
Atlantis abutments help to expand the possibilities for cement-retained
implant restorations and are available for all major implant systems and
in titanium, gold-shaded titanium and zirconia.
About Astra Tech
Astra Tech AB, a company in the AstraZeneca group, develops,
manufactures, markets dental implants and advanced disposable products
for use within healthcare. The company develops products that enhance
treatment results, simplify work for healthcare professionals and help
cut healthcare costs.
In 2007, Astra Tech acquired the US company Atlantis Components, Inc.
The acquisition gave Astra Tech access to the latest CAD/CAM technology
for patient-specific abutments.
Astra Tech’s headquarters and production facilities are located in
Mölndal, near Gothenburg, Sweden. The company operates globally through
16 subsidiaries as well as additional distribution partners. In North
America, it is represented by Astra Tech Inc., 590 Lincoln Street,
Waltham, MA 02451.
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Astra Tech Inc.
Janie Shen, 781-810-6605
Director, Corporate
Communications
www.astratechdental.com
