Biohorizons launches anatomically shaped abutments

DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Oct 2, 2024
Dental Implants

BioHorizons has launched SmartShape Healers, anatomically shaped healing abutments with a scannable design.

Featuring six emergence profiles and occlusal markings for orientation, the product aims to simplify workflows, with Vulcan Custom Dental offering custom final restorations matched to the healers.

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