In 1952, Professor Per-Ingvar Brånemark discovered that bone integrates with titanium. This process, which he termed osseointegration, revolutionized dentistry and created modern dental implantology. We partnered with P-I Brånemark to bring his discovery to market. A successful series of implant systems and components followed in the subsequent years.
In the early 1980s, we began researching an innovative method for standardizing the production of dental prosthetics using computer-aided design and computer-assisted manufacturing. Today, NobelProcera is the world-leading CAD/CAM system for creating individualized dental prosthetics, offering a complete range of materials and solutions.
In 1999, we introduced TiUnite, our patented titanium oxide implant surface that promotes rapid bone growth and faster osseointegration. TiUnite has allowed to expand implant treatments to patients with compromised bone indications. TiUnite has demonstrated its efficacy in clinical situations for ten years, and is now featured on all of our implants.
In 2005, we introduced the world’s premiere integrated surgery solution, NobelGuide. NobelGuide brought digital dentistry to a new level, using CBCT scanning technologies, which allow for accurate planning and placement of dental implants in a digital environment.
In 2008, we launched NobelActive. This new generation of tapered implant has been proven to provide high initial stability, especially in narrow ridges and compromised bone indications, through its bone-condensing capability.
Finally, in 2009, we brought to market a new optical scanning technology with our NobelProcera Optical Scanner. Conoscopic holography allows the scanning laser and its reflection to travel the same pathway. This allows for accurate diagnostics, scanning of narrow angles and deep crevices, such as teeth profiles in dental impressions.
