At Zest Dental Solutions, we are honored to announce that our LOCATOR attachments have been named one of the Best Products of All Time by Clinicians Report (CR). This recognition represents meaningful validation from an independent, clinician-driven organization and places LOCATOR among products that have demonstrated exceptional clinical value over time.
A Massive Achievement in Implant Dentistry
Founded in 1976 by clinicians who believed practitioners could confirm efficacy and clinical usefulness of new products while avoiding both experimentation on patients and failures, Clinicians Report operates as a non-profit educational research institute. Their objective evaluation process relies on volunteer clinical evaluators who donate their time and expertise, with funding coming solely from subscriptions to maintain research independence and objectivity.
In their June 2025 report, Clinicians Report highlighted only a select few products that have truly transformed clinical practice. These products have distinguished themselves from becoming mere commodities through their remarkable clinical value and practice-changing capabilities. LOCATOR's inclusion in this group confirms its status as a clinically proven innovation that has earned the trust of independent evaluators.
Clinical Excellence That Transforms Practice
LOCATOR attachments have revolutionized overdenture treatment by providing practitioners with a solution they can depend on in every case. The system's proven reliability eliminates the uncertainty that can plague other attachment systems, allowing dentists to confidently recommend overdenture treatment knowing they have the most trusted attachment available.
Expanding Treatment Possibilities with LOCATOR Angled
Building on this foundation of clinical excellence, Zest's commitment to innovation continues with the introduction of the LOCATOR Angled Abutment. This groundbreaking advancement connects clinicians to a greater number of edentulous patients by offering an affordable, simple, and flexible solution that meets their unique dental healthcare needs.
The LOCATOR Angled Abutment features 15 degrees of angle correction and makes it possible to treat more patients than ever before. This innovation addresses one of the most challenging aspects of implant dentistry: working with non-parallel implants and complex anatomical situations.
Immediate Clinical Benefits Include:
- Enhanced Restoration Capability: Compatible with LOCATOR extended range or fixed inserts, this solution offers the ability to restore implants angled up to 35 degrees.
- Anatomical Flexibility: Avoid critical anatomy in implant placement while maintaining optimal prosthetic outcomes.
- Improved Patient Experience: Enhances path of insertion for easier denture seating and better patient comfort.
- Superior Prosthetic Design: Offers ability to increase A-P spread to limit distal cantilevers and lengthen the prosthetic when using LOCATOR FIXED
Leading clinicians are already seeing the practical impact of this innovation. In a recent article published by Implant Practice US, Advancing Full-Arch Implantology: A Closer Look at the Impact of LOCATOR Angled Abutments, Dr. Sundeep Rawal, Eric Kukucka, DDS, and Dr. Nassif Youssef share how LOCATOR Angled Abutments are influencing their full-arch workflows. Their clinical experiences with angled abutments highlight the tangible ways this approach is shaping outcomes in implant dentistry.
Streamlined Efficiency for Modern Practices
The efficiency gains LOCATOR provides are transformative for busy practices. Streamlined procedures mean more predictable treatment times, reduced chair time, and improved patient comfort. This efficiency doesn't come at the expense of quality; instead, LOCATOR delivers superior retention and patient satisfaction while making procedures more manageable for practitioners.
The LOCATOR system's comprehensive approach to overdenture treatment includes multiple retention options, from light to extra-heavy, allowing practitioners to customize treatment based on individual patient needs. This flexibility, combined with the system's proven durability and ease of maintenance, creates a treatment solution that benefits both practitioners and patients long-term.
Setting the Industry Standard
Clinicians Report's rigorous evaluation process, conducted by volunteer clinical evaluators, is built on identifying products that make dentistry faster, easier, better, and more cost-effective. LOCATOR attachments excel in all these categories, which explains why they have become the clear industry standard. The system's exceptional cost-effectiveness benefits both practices and patients, making quality overdenture treatment more accessible while maintaining healthy practice margins.
LOCATOR's versatility across different clinical situations has made it the go-to solution for practitioners handling diverse patient needs. Whether dealing with challenging anatomy, varying implant positions, or different retention requirements, LOCATOR's comprehensive system provides reliable solutions that consistently deliver successful outcomes.
The introduction of specialized solutions like the LOCATOR Angled Abutment further demonstrates how the system continues to evolve to meet emerging clinical challenges. By addressing the complexities of angled implant placement, Zest ensures that more patients can benefit from stable, retentive overdenture treatment regardless of their anatomical limitations.
Innovation That Defines an Era
This "Best of All Time" recognition celebrates more than just product performance; it acknowledges LOCATOR's role in defining modern implant dentistry. The system has enabled countless patients to experience the life-changing benefits of stable, retentive overdentures while giving practitioners the confidence to expand their implant services.
LOCATOR's impact extends beyond individual practices to influence the entire field of implant dentistry. The system's success has elevated standards across the industry and demonstrated what's possible when innovation focuses on real clinical needs and practical solutions. The continuous development of new solutions like the LOCATOR Angled Abutment shows how this commitment to innovation continues to drive the field forward.
The comprehensive LOCATOR ecosystem now includes solutions for virtually every overdenture challenge, from standard parallel implants to complex angled situations. This complete approach ensures that practitioners have the tools they need to provide optimal treatment outcomes regardless of case complexity.
Commitment to Continued Excellence
This recognition from Clinicians Report validates our commitment to developing solutions that truly make a difference in clinical practice. As we celebrate this achievement, we remain dedicated to the innovation and excellence that made LOCATOR the industry's most trusted attachment system.
Our continued investment in research and development, exemplified by innovations like the LOCATOR Angled Abutment, ensures that the LOCATOR system will continue to evolve and meet the changing needs of modern implant dentistry. This commitment to continuous improvement is what sets LOCATOR apart and maintains its position as the industry's gold standard.
This prestigious recognition confirms what dental professionals worldwide already know: when it comes to overdenture attachments, LOCATOR sets the standard for reliability, efficiency, and clinical excellence. With innovations like the LOCATOR Angled Abutment expanding treatment possibilities, the future of implant dentistry continues to be shaped by Zest's commitment to clinical excellence and innovation.
