Clinical Blog

Digital implant dentistry insights for clinical and laboratory teams.

Read articles on guided surgery, prosthetic planning, scanner adoption, component traceability, and dental practice operations.

I've Handled 200+ Dental Emergencies. The Implant Was Never the Problem
Digital Dentistry

I've Handled 200+ Dental Emergencies. The Implant Was Never the Problem

A dental lab coordinator with 8 years and 200+ rush orders makes the case that the biggest risks in implant dentistry are hidden in workflow gaps, inventory blindspots, and skipped maintenance — not the implant itself. Learn how Straumann digital workflows, intraoral scanners, the Straumann store, dental compressor upkeep, and patient education (including the science behind PCR) contribute to emergency resilience.

Posted 2026-08-18 by Elena Varga
Straumann Surgical Guide PDFs: The File Is Not the Final Check
Digital Dentistry

Straumann Surgical Guide PDFs: The File Is Not the Final Check

A quality manager's view on why Straumann surgical guide files need verification, even after downloading from the shop Straumann login portal—and what patient lifts, BiPAP machines, and hemodialysis questions teach us about device safety.

Posted 2026-08-18 by Elena Varga
The Surgical Kit Mistakes I Made So You Don't Have To
Digital Dentistry

The Surgical Kit Mistakes I Made So You Don't Have To

A dental lab owner and clinician shares the costly implant surgery kit mistakes made over 8 years—and the checklist that stopped the bleeding. Includes practical lessons on Straumann BLX kits, guided surgery prep, and digital workflow errors.

Posted 2026-08-14 by Elena Varga