A system for definitive restoration of single-stage implants in one day

While the Novum system does not offer a solution for immediate loading and restoration of mandibular implants in all patients, it is a valuable treatment option for many individuals. Although the surgery is precise and labor intensive, the fact that no additional (stage 2) surgery is necessary, and that a definitive restorative outcome is possible in a single working day, makes this an appealing treatment option. Current results with this technique in the United States are favorable but short term. Experience in Europe, however, appears to validate this technique, with results that are comparable with the well-documented 2-stage approach.