Industry Insights
The Origin of the Mini Dental Implant: How a 1970s Idea Became a Global Standard
Before implants were a same-day procedure, one Manhattan dentist asked a different question. Discover how Dr. Victor Sendax's 1970s idea became the foundation for IMTEC®'s commercially available mini dental implant, changing minimally-invasive dentistry for good.
The Founding Vision: Jack Wimmer and the Origin of Park Dental Research
Park Dental Research did not start as a manufacturer that later acquired a history. It started as the workshop where the history was made - founded by a man whose entire life was an argument for rebuilding what has been lost.
Surface finish remains one of the biggest barriers between printed parts and truly production-ready dental components. This article explains how JUELL® 3D vapor polishing helps reduce surface roughness, improve hygienic performance, and support a more controlled dental manufacturing workflow.
Before Digital Dentistry Became the Standard: What IMTEC Was Building in 2007
A look back at a 2007 Dentaltown profile featuring Dr. Ronald A. Bulard and IMTEC’s early vision for cone beam CT, guided planning, and clinician-focused workflows before digital dentistry became standard.
Music to My Ears: Immediate Implant Stability and the Performance Patient
Professional vocalists rely on precise oral function. This article explores how implant stability and immediate function influence treatment planning for performance patients.
From Curiosity to Clinical Discipline: Dr. Bulard’s Columbia Lecture
Dr. Bulard’s Columbia lecture highlights the mindset behind predictable implant workflows: disciplined decision-making, respect for anatomy, and MDIs for denture stabilization.
Why the NRpiezo + LED Remains the Go-To Piezo System for Narrow Ridge Surgery
In narrow ridge implant cases, precision matters. See why clinicians continue to rely on the NRpiezo + LED for manual control, visibility, and bone-preserving performance.
The Evolution of Narrow Ridge Implantology: From Grafting Dependency to Precision Surgery
Narrow ridge implantology has evolved from grafting-dependent approaches to precision surgery focused on bone preservation. This article reviews the key shifts in implant design and surgical technique that have improved predictability, efficiency, and patient experience.
Resin on the Rise: How Advanced Polymers Are Shaping the Future of Implant Dentistry
Over the last decade, resin-based materials have undergone a quiet revolution—emerging from auxiliary applications into the core of digital dentistry and implant workflows. Once limited to temporary models and guides, today’s high-performance resins are enabling clinicians and labs to deliver precise, efficient, and cost-effective solutions across every stage of treatment.