Panthera Dental Unveils New Split-Protocol Dental Bar System

Panthera Dental has unveiled its latest innovation in dental prosthetics – the Panthera Fusion Bar™, marking a significant advancement in dental restoration technology. This pioneering system introduces the industry’s first splitting protocol that enables concurrent production processes between laboratories and manufacturers.

Enhanced Strength and Versatile Material Compatibility

Research data supports the system’s robust performance, with the manufacturer reporting that “the fracture resistance of the zirconia supported by a titanium implant bar was 30% higher than that of unsupported zirconia.” The system demonstrates remarkable versatility, supporting over 700 analog and 130 digital workflow compatibilities, while accommodating various materials including zirconia and PMMA.

Innovative Design Features

The system’s engineering incorporates several key design elements focused on patient comfort and practical functionality. A significant feature is the low-profile implant bar design, eliminating the need for bone reduction procedures. The structure includes carefully considered elements such as rounded angles at the bar’s top to prevent pressure points and a specialized 10-degree chamfer buccal seating.

Streamlined Production Process

The Panthera Fusion Bar™ introduces what the company terms the “PFB™ effect” – a synchronized workflow system enabling simultaneous production processes. “While Panthera mills the bar, you can simultaneously mill the superstructure in zirconia or any other material,” allowing for significant time savings in the production process.

Customization and Flexibility

The system offers unprecedented flexibility in material selection and production methods. According to Panthera Dental, the technology “ensures that every detail of your final setup (physical or digital) is preserved for an exact copy.” Laboratories maintain control over material choices for both temporary and final prostheses, with the additional option of having Panthera complete the milling process.

Focus on Hygienic Design

A notable emphasis has been placed on hygiene and anatomical adaptation. The bar design automatically adjusts to accommodate individual soft tissues, setup requirements, and implant positioning, being “precisely designed to replicate to your patients’ planned intaglio contours.”

This innovation represents a significant step forward in dental prosthetic production, prioritizing both efficiency and quality in restorative dental procedures.