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Osstell ISQ: The Objective Way to Measure Implant Stability

July 18, 2009

Osstell ISQ is the latest in a series of implant stability meters from Osstell. Like its predecessor, Osstell Mentor, it uses RFA (Resonance Frequency Analysis) as a method of measurement.

The fine dexterity and tactile skills of experienced dentists have always been the predominant way of judging implant stability. Osstell ISQ is a great electronic counterpart. This third generation instrument from Osstell is completely objective and allows you to get measurements faster and smoother than ever before.

A unique digital probe emits and measures implant stability through resonance frequency analysis. Supervising osseointegration has never been easier. You can make optimal load decisions and get early problem signals. The quality of treatment is assured continuously. Osstell ISQ gives you a precise stability measure for every implant every time.

The Osstell ISQ advantages:

*Optimal load decisions
*Early problem warnings
*Continuous quality assurance

Additional Details

The Osstell ISQ instrument is compact, fast and easy to use. Measurements take only two seconds. The results are displayed, stored in memory, and can be transferred to a computer via a USB cable. The instrument is powered by a rechargeable battery.

Main improvements:

* Faster measuring results

*Updated firmware for increased efficiency and user-friendliness

*Improved, attractive design with back-lit display and built in docking station

*Less sensitivity to electromagnetic noise

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BioCover: First Allograft Composed of Amnion for Use in Treatment of Gingival Recession

July 13, 2009


Human amnion tissue is the inner most lining of the amniotic sac. This unique, collagenous membrane represents the part of the placenta which encloses the unborn baby through term. Each layer of amnion tissue consists of a single layer of epithelium cells, thin reticular fibers (basement membrane), a thick compact layer, and a fibroblast layer. The basement membrane of amnion tissue contains collagen types III, IV and V and cell-adhesion bioactive factors including fibronectin and laminins.

BioCover represents the first allograft composed of amnion tissue for use as a wound covering for the treatment of gingival recession. BioCover is a processed, dehydrated graft containing multiple layers of human amnion tissue. Each BioCover is sealed in a double pouch configuration and terminally sterilized.

BioCover   BioCover allograft
 

BioCover features an “SM” embossed onto the BioCover surface. This allows clinicians to easily identify the basement membrane side of BioCover and helps ensure proper orientation during placement.

  

The light microscope picture, at 100x magnification, details the multiple layers of a hydrated BioCover. Photograph courtesy of Charley Cobb, DDS, PhD

BioCover does not require hydration prior to use. It rehydrates upon placement and naturally self-adheres to the exposed root surface and proximal bone. This unique attribute eliminates the need to suture the graft into place. The illustration below highlights graft placement, the graft self-adhering to the defect, and closure of the surgical site.

BioCover application

BioCover is for single use only. The product can be stored at room temperature, has a five year shelf life, and is available in three sizes. Generally, a small can treat one tooth, a medium, up to three teeth, and a large, up to an entire quadrant.

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