Described as the world’s first removable magnetic implant bar, the Magnet-X provides permanent stable magnetic retention that maintains the denture in place.

Panthera Dental , a global leader in CAD/CAM implant solutions and dental sleep appliance development, recently launched the new product at the International Dental Show (IDS). Part of the company’s Integrated Bar product line, the Magnet-X is a removable Wrap-Around bar that offers a new solution for All-on-X patients. It was developed with technical advice from Miles Reed Cone, DMD, and the Magnet-X is a first in that it responds to geriatric patients’ needs.

The magnetic forces guide the denture to the correct position and keep it in place. The magnets self-align the bar into right position autonomously. The patient does not need to find the right position or chew to get the denture into place, according to Panthera Dental. The magnetic male and female parts provide a durable solution and constant retention with no wear parts to replace.

Thanks to the custom abutments that are included with the bar, the Magnet-X solution offers divergent implant flexibly with up to 30 degrees correction. The custom abutments are straight on implants, so you do not need additional multi-units.

“This innovation is the result of years of research and development. Our team’s knowledge, manufactory capabilities, and the quality of the magnetic attachments of German company steco-system-technik have led to this world’s first magnetic bar,” says Gabriel Robichaud, CEO of Panthera Dental.

In addition to the magnetic advantages, the Magnet-X offers the same benefits as the Nylon Integrated BarTM: it is perpendicular to the occlusal plane, compatible with over 200 implant platforms and provides the same ease of handling and hygienic advantages of a removable prosthesis.

Dr Cone presented clinical cases and patients’ recent experiences last week at the IDS in Cologne, Germany, at Panthera’s booth D-010, Hall 1.2 where the official product launch also took place.

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Thanks to magnetic inserts in the bar and attachments, the Magnet-XTM offers stable forces, lateral guidance and stability and easy handling for patients with less dexterity.

Panthera Dental Debuts Its New Removable Magnetic Implant Bar at IDS

Parkell celebrates its 75th anniversary this year, marking the occasion with affirmations of the quality of its extensive line of dental materials and devices. Parkell’s products are sold in over 60 countries, with a large majority of the design and manufacturing happening in United States. This anniversary reaffirms Parkell’s commitment to its customers, according to President of Parkell, David Mott.

“Parkell’s commitment to dental community has never been stronger,” Mott says in a press release from the company. “Our mission is to work ever closer with practicing dentists, in efforts to identify ongoing challenges and needs, and to work collaboratively to come up with innovative solutions. It is this connection with the dental community and our focus on quality that has gotten us to 75 years. We know that customers place a high level of trust in Parkell when using our products, and we work extremely hard to honor that trust by delivering only the best possible products and services.”

Parkell’s product line includes the TurboSensor

 bite registration materials, the Predicta

, and more. Parkell’s mission in providing these high-quality products and more remains strong, according to Mott.

“It was 75 years ago when 2 entrepreneurs, Alex Mitchell and Carl Parker, came together on Long Island to form Parkell,” Mott says. “And Parkell’s mission today remains the same as when it was formed: to provide customers and partners with innovative, premium-quality products that enable dental professionals to give unsurpassed patient care.”

Parkell is celebrating 75 years in the dental industry, providing quality products and materials to dental professionals across the globe. 

Parkell Celebrates 75th Anniversary

Dental laser leader BIOLASE has launched a brand new e-commerce website in the United States, designed to allow users to shop around through products by way of refined search criteria. Offering BIOLASE products, this new desktop- and mobile-compatible website will allow dental professionals to peruse collections to pick out the products they need for their practice. Customers can also link their business bank account to the store account to set up subscriptions for regularly purchased items to make the process easier, according to a press release from BIOLASE. The site will also curate suggested items per customer, tailoring the shopping experience to their specific needs by using previously purchased products as a guide.

The BIOLASE store also plans to feature different BIOLASE dentists every quarter, highlighting their work and allowing them to give tips and education on certain products. With this, browsing customers may glean a better understanding of each BIOLASE product’s capabilities, according to Chief Operating Officer at BIOLASE, Steven Sandor.

“We expect the new website will generate increased adoption within our laser platform by making it easier to identify the variety of procedural applications the laser can be used for, along with the best tips available for each treatment and procedure.” Sandor says in the press release.

As lasers grow in popularity and are more frequently adopted in dental practices, having a source where practitioners can buy trusted, effective products is vital, according to President and CEO of BIOLASE, John Beaver.

“We’re excited to launch this new e-commerce site,” Beaver says in the press release. “We are continually focused on accelerating the dental laser adoption curve, and we believe this improved online shopping experience will help increase our momentum and continue to help laser dentistry become the gold standard of care.”

Customers can peruse BIOLASE’s new e-commerce website that features personalized recommendations and a product collections feature to find the best laser products for their practice. 

BIOLASE Launches E-Commerce Website 

Lisa Newburger, a master's level social worker supervisor, helps audiences find humor in talking about tough topics. Her "in-your-face" style of presentations and writing will make you smile or just shock you into taking some action. Either way, she is very effective at empowering others to reach their goals and feel better about themselves. Her entertaining workshops are available for national and international audiences. Writing for the dental industry since 2010, she uses an alterego (Diana Directive) to illustrate her points in a sarcastic but effective way. Presentations can be scheduled by contacting Lisa at www.discussdirectives.com/dental.html.

Managing Stress While Working in a Dental Practice

Imagine if you could just wave a magic wand and watch the stress in your life evaporate. Wouldn’t that be incredible? So relaxing? So perfect? Yet, that isn’t the real world for most of us. Living in the real world means we deal with this whether we like it or not. So, where is your stress level at?

The list of symptoms goes on and on. Ok, so you realize that you are dealing with stress. Sometimes, it looks like depression or even some type of physical issue. Some of us get to a point where we realize it is our job. Perhaps someone at work makes life difficult for you. Maybe your back is killing you leaning over patients all day. Maybe the bills and the pressure of keeping things together is suffocating.

Every day, dental professionals are faced with a variety of issues inside and out of the operatory. In a changing and often-stressful world, it can be difficult to maintain the kind of professionalism that patients expect from their clinician. In the face of these changes, there are effective ways to navigate personal and professional trials–it’s just about finding them.

Master's level social worker supervisor and dental practice recruiter, Lisa Newburger, LISW-S, is offering key insights and advice for dental professionals ranging on a variety of topics. With a focus on reaching personal and professional goals, Lisa hopes to guide dental professionals on how to be the best version of themselves.

 and your question may be answered on dentalproductsreport.com.

Address the issue with the person or people making your life difficult.

Take personal days off to take care of yourself.

The problem with how we deal with our stress is compounded by the necessity to be aware of the politics where you work. Most of us are aware of the lay of the land and aren’t naïve. Politics play out in every playground. As an adult, our playground is the workplace. So, how do we walk that fine line between speaking and possibly putting a target on our back with our boss or coworkers? I know that sounds dark, but this is reality. Sometimes, seeing the best in everybody and wanting to simply solve problems hits a brick wall of reality. Things can get worse.

Why does it seem like I’m being so negative? It’s not negativity–it’s realism. You must protect yourself and your livelihood, and if you can’t find ways to resolve issues in your workplace, you may have to make some tough decisions. No one can make them for you. Financial security is part of adulthood and plays a major role in our stress levels. Some of us end up staying in terrible situations, because we are trapped one way or another. I respect whatever decisions you choose to make. Just know that there are ways for things to get better. Some of it takes brainstorming, trust, and the willingness to take a chance. Others may realize that there is no way out and look for another opportunity.

Know that there really is no magic wand you can wave to reduce your stress levels. You must tackle it 1 step at a time. My professional belief is that distraction is a critical piece to lowering stress. The more I don’t think about the situation, I laugh, love, exercise, volunteer, caregive, etc., the better I am able to manage my own stress.

What do you do? How does your magic wand work? Email me at 

Everyday life can take a toll on us, adding unnecessary stress to the point of exhaustion and mood changes. How does one manage stress when working in an environment like the dental practice?

Already featuring a vast digital dentistry portfolio, 3D Systems has announced innovations to strengthen its offerings with 2 new materials, NextDent Base and NextDent Cast, and a new printing platform, the NextDent LCD1.

These offerings are designed to help the company’s customers accelerate the adoption of additive manufacturing as part of their workflows, and drive new levels of speed, productivity, efficiency, and precision while also providing opportunities to improve the patient experience, states 3D Systems.

3D Systems offers a broad portfolio of dental 3D printing materials enabling dental laboratories and clinics to address a wide range of applications such as trays, orthodontic and prosthodontic models, surgical guides, dentures, orthodontic splints, crowns, and bridges. The company is now sharing the following enhancements:

 is suitable for printing all types of removable denture bases. This material is the third generation of the company’s denture base material for 3D printing and has excellent mechanical properties. The feedback on the previous generation of this material provided the R&D team with clear direction including high break resistance and robust printability, according to the company. NextDent Base is truly comparable to conventional denture base materials and will provide patients with long-lasting, impact-resistant dentures. It will be available in 4 colors to match a variety of esthetics and is planned to be available for ordering in select markets later this year.

is a residue-free, easy burn-out 3D printing material suited for a variety of applications including RPDs, crowns, and bridges. The latest version which produces parts in blue color enables improved printability and easier burn-out and provides a castable part that is stable and strong. NextDent Cast is available for immediate ordering.

NextDent Cast a residue-free, easy burn-out 3D printing material suited for a variety of applications including RPDs, crowns, and bridges.

Making Digital Dentistry More Accessible for Clinicians

Previously, 3D Systems introduced the NextDent 5100. Built upon the company’s revolutionary high-speed Figure 4® 3D printing technology and leveraging the performance of its materials portfolio, the NextDent 5100 is said to address a breadth of application needs resulting in unparalleled accuracy, repeatability, productivity, and total cost of operation.

The company is now offering the NextDent LCD1, a smaller footprint, easy-to-use printer designed to deliver high-quality results. The compact footprint combined with simple touchscreen operation makes this an ideal printer for use in small office environments where the production volumes may be less demanding. It uses LCD technology and features auto-calibration to deliver parts with a very smooth surface finish, said to be 3X faster than is possible with stereolithography (SLA) printers. When combined with the company’s resins and new NextDent Wash & Cure for post-processing, clinicians have an easy-to-use workflow that delivers high-quality results.

“We have a rich history as a leading innovator in both 3D printing technology and dental materials,” says Stef Vanneste, vice president & general manager, dental, 3D Systems. “Our goal is to ensure we are addressing our customers’ needs with our solutions, and these enhancements to our portfolio are yet another step in achieving that goal. Both new materials are next-generation materials, specifically engineered with our customers’ feedback on the earlier versions in mind. NextDent Base is a completely new formulation that demonstrates high break resistance and beautiful base shades. We firmly believe that these products will further enable the adoption of 3D printing in dentistry and improve the patient experience.”

3D Systems showcased its full portfolio of digital dentistry solutions, including these latest innovations, in its booth (Hall 3.1, Booth K010/L010) at IDS 2023, March 14-18 at Koelnmessein Cologne, Germany.

NextDent® Base and NextDent Cast are engineered to deliver improved mechanical properties, while the addition of the NextDent LCD1 small format, easy-to-use printer opens opportunities for 3D printing efficiency and enhanced patient experience.

3D Systems’ 2 New Materials, Printer Platform Designed to Lead to Improved Digital Dentistry

Carbon Launches Gen 2 Aligner Model Solution


3D printing company Carbon has announced a new aligner production solution to reduce cost per part. The Carbon

 Gen 2 aligner solution is comprised of the Carbon L1 printer, solventless spin cleaning solution, and API-based software that automates the hollowing, nesting, and batching of models to be printed, according to a press release from carbon.

The automated hollowing software is said to increase part throughput of up to 65% when paired with the new UMA 20 resin from Carbon, per Carbon testing, and saves resin per part. With the solvent-free model, waste from cleaning is eliminated.

This new model solution integrates into Carbon’s existing clear aligner workflow and, with the new key feature of automated hollowing, gives Carbon customers the ability to reduce material consumption while still increasing input.

“Working with the top clear aligner companies has given us insight into the barrier this industry faces on a daily basis. We heard from customers, and we took action to create efficiencies and cost savings in the clear aligner workflow,” Terri Capriolo, Senior Vice President, Oral Health at Carbon, says in the press release. “This new aligner workflow is designed to enable Carbon customers to reduce cost per part while simultaneously improving model throughput with a more sustainable production process.”

This new solution is expected to be available for customers in the second half of 2023.

This new aligner model solution is said to reduce waste while still boosting throughput, offering customers the ability to overcome previous hurdles with aligner printing. 

Carbon Launches Gen 2 Aligner Model Solution

 pre-treatment spray is a point-of-use surgical instrument pre-treatment gel that helps prevent the drying of soils on dirty surgical instruments during transport to sterile processing.

has an over 2-and-a-half times wider spray pattern than other pre-treatment gels on the market allowing for greater and more uniform coverage, resulting in fewer applications and over 50% less waste of product, according to MicroCare Medical. The wider spray also reduces the precision required to completely cover instruments and keep soils moist without having to handle the instruments.

Featuring a new and unique bio-generated enzymatic action formula, the 

 is powerful enough for every case and soil, including sticky fats. The aerosol gel has no sticky residue while retaining moisture for easy rinsing and fewer applications while also preventing the deposition of 93% of organic protein soil over a 72-hour testing period. The fragrance-free formula allows for a more pleasant user experience.

 is the latest edition to the ProEZ family of surgical instrument pre-treatment products, which are designed to improve productivity and protect valuable instrumentation. The MicroCare Medical Critical Cleaning Lab ran multiple clinical tests to ensure quality and performance. Results showed complete wetting action and up to 45% greater soil removal after a 72-hour holding time.

can be used in point-of-use treatment areas including in-patient surgical suites, emergency departments, labor and delivery rooms, outpatient surgery centers, dental clinics, veterinary offices and other areas with reusable instruments and devices. It is also suitable for central sterile instrument re-processing areas for pre-treatment of heavy residual soils or when high case-loads lead to cleaning delays.

Itfeatures an internal bag-on-valve dispenser which uses inert compressed air to deliver a wide aerosol mist making it easy for surgical teams or sterile processing department staff to apply. It is well suited for surgical facilities looking to improve their instrument pre-treatment process and helps fulfill AAMI and AORN recommended pre-treatment practices.

family of surgical instrument pre-treatment products, visit microcare.com.

Features a wide spray to reduce the precision required to completely cover instruments and keep soils moist without having to handle the instruments. 

MicroCare Medical’s New ProEZ Gel Aerosol Pre-Treatment Spray Provides Optimal Coverage for Instruments

GOJO Industries, makers of Purell hand sanitizer, has announced the next phase of its GOJO Sustainable Value strategy, which is designed to keep people and the planet healthy for years to come.

"Our GOJO Purpose and Values demand and inspire us to think holistically and deliver what we call GOJO Sustainable Value," said Marcella Kanfer Rolnick, GOJO Industries executive chair. "GOJO Sustainable Value strives to create social, environmental, and economic value for all of our stakeholders and holds us accountable for the impact of our actions and inactions. Each part of our Sustainable Value strategy connects to the others and moves us closer to realizing our Purpose of Saving Lives and Making Life Better through Well-Being Solutions."

This phase of the company’s sustainable strategy is focused on 4 priorities, according to a press release:

Clean chemistry: GOJO intends to be the leader in safe chemistry and has focused its innovation on Ecolabel-certified products in the B2B hand and surface hygiene industry. As a founding and ongoing participant in the Chemical Footprint Project, GOJO will continue to choose safe ingredients for both people and the planet, according to the press release.

Plastics & Circular Design: Plastic plays an important role in protecting and delivering GOJO products, but plastic pollution has become a serious environmental and human health challenge. GOJO recognizes the way it delivers and protects its products and is reliant on plastic today, and, in some instances, does not work well in a circular economy. Work in this area will transform how GOJO evaluates and utilizes materials in its packaging and dispensing systems over time, from incorporating recycled content and ensuring increased recyclability, to exploring alternative materials and delivery models, the company’s statement read.

Climate Resilience & Responsibility: GOJO has committed to setting short-term and long-term carbon reduction targets in alignment with the Science Based Targets Initiative’s Net-Zero Standard. The best-practice commitment will guide the efforts of the company to decarbonize across its entire chain and deliver lower carbon solutions to customers.

"We know the progress we'll make on these four pillars will lead directly to better health for people and the planet," said Carey Jaros, GOJO Industries president & CEO. "For more than 75 years, we've used science-based innovation to solve real human problems, setting new standards for efficacy and safety and inspiring others to develop solutions that increase overall well-being. This next phase of our Sustainable Value strategy stretches us to have an even greater impact on our customers and communities, and society as a whole."

The makers of Purell hand sanitizer announced the next phase of its sustainable strategy, which is designed to keep people and the planet healthy for years to come.

GOJO Industries Announces Sustainable Values

Dentsply Sirona Celebrates 2023 World Oral Health Day


Dentsply Sirona celebrated and continues to celebrate 2023 World Oral Health Day (WOHD) with a variety of activities. WOHD, which took place on March 20th, aims to increase awareness around the importance of maintaining good oral health. Partnering with FDI World Dental Federation, Dentsply Sirona campaigned with a theme– “Be Proud of Your Mouth–Look after your oral health for a lifetime of smiles.” With this theme in mind, Dentsply Sirona’s WOHD activities focus on lifelong oral health, according to a press release from the company. The patient education efforts and a social media campaign began on March 20th and will continue through the following days.

“We are proud to continue our support for WOHD for a second year,” Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, and Head of Sustainability at Dentsply Sirona, Erania Brackett says in the press release. “The aim of the day aligns fully with our own sustainability strategy BEYOND, especially our goal of creating 25 million health smiles by 2025. Let’s all work together to improve oral health globally and bring many more smiles to people near and far.”

As a part of this support, Dentsply Sirona has created a toolkit to help health care professionals educate patients on the importance of oral health. They expect to release this toolkit in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom by the end of April 2023, per the press release. Later this year, Dentsply Sirona will launch an internal dental check-up fundraiser, valuing every employee’s scheduled dental appointments. The donations from this will go directly to Dentsply Sirona’s partner and cleft surgery charity Smile Train.

Finally, Dentsply Sirona has sponsored the “Most original activity” award. Starting after the 20th, student associations can submit their WOHD activity report until the end of April. Those that have successfully demonstrated a unique and interesting promotion of oral health messaging will be shortlisted for the award. Winners will be announced at the FDI World Dental Congress in Sydney, Australia in September 2023.

World Oral Health Day took place on March 20th, and Dentsply Sirona has a number of initiatives to celebrate oral health throughout the coming weeks. 

Dentsply Sirona Celebrates 2023 World Oral Health Day

Candid Announces Strategic Partnership with SoftSmile


Candid has announced a new strategic partnership with orthodontic software company SoftSmile Inc. Through this partnership, Candid’s orthodontic platform, CandidPro, will now have SoftSmile’s VISION treatment planning software incorporated in, allowing providers to leverage these tools to make treatment more accessible, according to a press release from the companies.

VISION is a United States Food and Drug Administration-cleared treatment planning solution that utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) to offer orthodontists a variety of vital features such as automated segmentation and staging optimization that are said to reduce treatment planning time up to 95%. Combined with CandidPro’s enhanced features, this partnership will allow for the best patient care, according to Candid’s Chief Dental Officer, Dr Brian Gray.

“VISION is a true differentiator for CandidPro and is a great example of our commitment to offering the best possible clear aligner treatment options to dental professionals,” Dr Gray says in the press release. “The renderings are precise, the experience is fluid, and the automations should save our doctors even more clinical time.”

CandidPro will also include VISION features such as bite ramps shift, automated attachments placement, AI-powered staging optimization, multiple attachment types, 3D controls, robust treatment planning, CBCT integration, matching, and other features into its line of products, per the press release.

“CandidPro and SoftSmile are both riding the same wave of innovation,” Candid’s CEO, Nick Greenfield, says. “More importantly, both are focused on listening to doctors’ needs and generating products they love to use. We’re thrilled to see what we can accomplish together.”

Candid and SoftSmile will team up to provide enhanced orthodontic treatment planning solutions through CandidPro’s platform. 