Over 20 million edentulous patients are waiting. The key to breaking the deadlock lies in this FDI i

The "China Oral Health Epidemiological Survey Report" shows that,Although the rate of complete edentulism among people aged 65-74 in my country has decreased compared to ten years ago, it is still close to 5%; when combined with the "partially edentulous" population with partial edentulism, the total number of patients exceeds 20 million.Don't underestimate this number; behind it lies the urgent desire of millions of people to "eat well."

Today's patients no longer have the mentality of "just bear with it." A doctor mentioned during a survey at the outpatient clinic: "In the past, patients would ask 'Can I get dentures?' Now, they come in and ask 'Can I get teeth on the same day?' 'Can I eat apples after the implant is done?'"

Functionality, aesthetics, and efficiency have become the three core demands of edentulous patients.However, traditional removable dentures are prone to falling out and have low chewing efficiency, making them increasingly difficult to meet these needs.

Demand is "upgrading," and opportunities on the supply side are also expanding. An industry report predicts that the edentulous jaw implant market will grow by over 10% in the next three years, especially in second- and third-tier cities. With the expansion of dental institutions into these cities and increased patient awareness, they are likely to become the next major growth area."Incremental Market"Whether you're a clinic owner or a doctor, being prepared now is key to seizing this opportunity.

Patients want to have teeth back on the same day, but doctors are afraid of losing them: What are the difficulties in treating edentulous jaws?

But getting implants done successfully in edentulous jaws is not that simple.

A doctor friend shared a case: last year, he performed implant surgery on a patient with no teeth. Due to insufficient bone volume, the positioning was off by 1mm during the operation. The prosthesis became loose 3 months after the operation and had to be readjusted in the end.“Unlike single-tooth implants, edentulous jaws are more susceptible to complications such as implant breakage and infection, which can affect overall stability.”

This is precisely the core challenge in treating edentulous jaws:

• •High technical threshold:It requires precise assessment of bone condition and design of implant angle and location. Especially when bone volume is insufficient, it may also require the combination of bone grafting, maxillary sinus lift and other techniques, which places extremely high demands on the doctor's clinical experience.
• •Strict requirements for consumables:The initial stability of the implant, the strength and fit of the superstructure, directly affect the long-term outcome.
• •Efficiency is difficult to balance:Patients want to get their teeth put on the same day, but this is difficult to achieve with traditional procedures. Finding a balance between safety and efficiency is a pain point for many doctors.

So it's not that doctors don't want to take these kinds of cases, but rather that they genuinely need them.We need more reliable technical support and system training.

From the first case to All-on-4®:Norbio has become the "benchmark for edentulous jaws".

When it comes to "reliable support" for edentulous jaw implants, Nobel Biocare is indispensable.

Many people may not know that the starting point of dental implant technology was the treatment of edentulous jaws.In 1965, Professor Brenmark, the founder of the Novotec brand, performed the world's first titanium dental implant surgery, thus opening the door to modern dental implant technology.The first patient to receive titanium dental implants, Gösta Larsson, used his implants for 41 years until his death; the second patient, also edentulous, had titanium implants used for over 50 years—these two cases remain exemplary in terms of long-term implant stability."Gold Standard".

In the treatment of edentulous patients, understanding the extent of soft and hard tissue atrophy is crucial. Clinicians need to consider the patient's bone volume, smile line, and other factors to design the angle and placement of the implants and determine the clinical treatment plan.

NobocoAs the founding brand and industry leader in dental implants, we offer a wide range of comprehensive solutions for edentulous jaws, tailored to each patient's bone volume.

• •When bone condition is good (bone is present in zones I, II, and III)The NobelReplace® series of implants can be used for traditional 6-implant straight jaw surgery. Since its inception in 1997, the NobelReplace® series has been proven to have excellent initial stability, supporting immediate function in extraction sockets and healed sites.

• •Mild to moderate bone resorption (bone resorption in zone III, bone present in zones I and II)The maxilla can use 4 Nobel Active® implants, and the mandible can use 4 Nobel Parallel™CC implants, which are placed at an angle. This is also Nobel Biocare's signature innovative All-on-4 edentulous jaw solution.

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• Traditional straight implantation requires patients to have good bone volume. However, All-on-4 implantation, through its design of tilting four implants, utilizes the Nobel Active implant's ability to achieve good initial stability in cancellous bone areas, while in areas with insufficient bone height, the Nobel Parallel CC implant offers both short and wide implants to provide sufficient mechanical strength. This not only reduces the need for bone grafting but also allows patients to achieve their wish of "implanting and wearing teeth on the same day," shortening treatment time and further improving patient satisfaction.

• •Severe bone resorption (bone present only in zone I)Novusc's unique Zygoma transzygomatic implant solution is designed specifically for patients with severe maxillary atrophy or resection. Zygoma's special design allows for better support and fixation of the prosthesis, and its shape and structure effectively improve postoperative aesthetics and function, helping patients achieve a more confident smile.

at the same time,For mild to moderate bone resorption, Novalco also offers cost-effective options.The removable overdenture solution supported by two Nobel Replace series implants and Locator R-TX abutments provides patients with an economical option while meeting their need for a full set of teeth.

For implants, surface treatment technology is crucial. The Novotec implants used...TiUnite® Titanium-resistant anodizing surface treatment technologyIt is a patented technology with medium roughness and a microporous surface. Since its introduction in 2000, it has been used in all Novotec implant systems, successfully reducing the early failure rate of the maxilla from 11.4% to 2.1% and the mandible from 4.5% to 2.2%.

The highest level of academic evidence published by researchers Matthias Karl and Tomas Albrektsson—the largest meta-analysis of a single implant system—confirms that TiUnite®surface treatment has excellent clinical performance: a 1-year implant survival rate of >99%, a 10-year implant survival rate as high as 95.1%, and a peri-implantitis incidence rate as low as 1.36%. Furthermore, TiUnite®titanium-resistant surface-treated implants are the first FDA-approved implants for immediate weight-bearing, achieving predictable clinical outcomes even in challenging clinical conditions.

With its innovative product design and proven clinical evidence, Novotec's comprehensive product solutions have become a reliable support for edentulous jaw implants.Sixty years later, it has successfully helped millions of people around the world regain their confident smiles.

Now, Novatec has fully leveraged its digital technology.

From digital implant design using DTX software to implant surgery guided by X-Guide dynamic navigation, and Procera digital repair with over 40 years of technological expertise, Novartis provides a complete digital implant solution to safeguard clinicians' safety.

X-Guide®Dynamic Navigation SystemSince its launch in 2015, it has been used clinically in 56 countries and regions worldwide, and is widely welcomed by dentists for its high precision, smooth operation, and ease of use. To date, more than 450,000 implants have been successfully placed under X-Guide navigation guidance, benefiting nearly 100,000 patients.

Especially in the field of edentulous jaw implant surgery, the X-Guide dynamic navigation system allows doctors to see the drill position and implantation progress in real time during the procedure.Improve the precision and accuracy of implant placement, angle, and depth.This approach avoids surgical risks, reduces intraoperative trauma, and improves patient comfort. Simultaneously, through precise implementation of the preoperative plan, it achieves repair-oriented precision implantation, enhancing the long-term efficacy of the prosthesis.

To address the challenge of insufficient precision in digital impression taking for immediate restorations of edentulous jaws, X-Guide Dynamic Navigation was launched this year.FastMap Digital Optical Imprint System.Based on photogrammetry, this technology allows for extraoral imaging without additional equipment, enabling precise implant placement post-surgery. It saves imaging time and reduces patient discomfort associated with traditional imaging methods. This innovative design, combining dynamic navigation and extraoral scanning, further optimizes the digital implant process for edentulous jaws.

NobelProcera®It provides personalized restoration solutions based on implants. For over 40 years, it has been committed to providing customers with a simple and direct way to obtain high-quality restoration solutions.It sets a new standard in terms of aesthetics and physical performance, precision and stability.The manufacturing process utilizes industrial precision milling technology.

This year, the Nobel Procera (registered) was launched.ASC (Angle Screw Channel) Zirconia Plant BridgeUsing the further upgraded Procera®zirconia material to create natural-looking restorations, no bonding is required, reducing operational complexity and saving time, and providing full anatomical morphology, backcut, shoulder backcut and whole backcut bridge.

Meanwhile, Procera® adheres to 100% rigorous quality control, with factory precision strictly controlled within ±5 micrometers, and provides patients with a 10-year warranty service. Supported by evidence-based science, Procera® ASC zirconia implant bridges have been studied in 132 literature reviews involving over 5500 patients and 7500 restorations, with a follow-up period of up to 12 years and a survival rate of 98.2%, forming solid and compelling real-world evidence.

From its first surgery to digital solutions, Novotec has been deeply involved in the field of edentulous jaw surgery for 60 years, relying on..."Clinical validation + continuous innovation".

Want to gain a competitive edge in the edentulous jaw market? Don't miss this FDI industry exchange meeting.

Given the impending boom in the edentulous jaw market, how should dentists improve their skills?

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While more than 20 million edentulous patients are waiting for the opportunity to "eat properly,"The better prepared you are, the more likely you are to seize the market's explosive growth potential.。

On September 10th, the Shanghai FDI Novotech Satellite Meeting awaits you!

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