Michael Quirk

3M ESPE recently released a video illustrating how Sof-Lex spiral wheels adapt to all tooth surfaces, plus gives step-by-step instructions on how to best prepare and polish teeth.

DPR previewed DEXIS Mac with DEXIS Product Manager Poornima Gopalakrishnan at the Greater New York Dental Meeting in New York City.

At the Greater New York Dental Meeting, DPR talked with Ritter Dental’s Paola Gemignani about the company’s new instrument line.

DPR caught up with Midmark Product Manager Crissy Treon at the Greater New York Dental Meeting in New York City to preview the new Artizan dental cabinetry, which combines advanced functionality and a sleek, modern look for a more upscale dental space.

Announced at the Greater New York Dental Meeting in New York City, DEXIS photo is said to offer a fast, easy way to add photos to DEXIS Imaging Suite with an iPhone or iPod Touch.

At the recent American Association of Dental Office Managers (AADOM) event in Orlando, DPR Group Editorial Director Kevin Henry chatted with insurance consultant Teresa Duncan about the effect of the ACA on dental practices.

A report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) includes a vanguard discussion about health inequalities within periodontal disease prevalence in the United States.

BEAUTIFIL Bulk Flowable from Shofu is a GIOMER bulk fill restorative material for base and liner placement in class 1 and 2 posterior restorations.

From practice management solutions to adhesives, this week’s product roundup offers dental practitioners a slew of multifaceted products and services designed to increase performance and make life easier.  Click on the links below to find out more about the product:

As part of its expanding media network, Advanstar Dental Media recently launched Dental Practice Management, a DPR-powered practice management resource for the entire dental team.

What with your patients' supply of Halloween candy running out, good news is afoot for those with a sweet tooth - there is still a way to get a chocolate fix and keep your teeth healthy.

Kasey Pitillo, a mother and 13-year dental industry veteran, recently launched Happy Teeth™, a line of dental products for babies that are said to be safe, gentle and all natural.

New Enamelast fluoride varnish is said to be nearly invisible against teeth, and does not leave an unsightly, uncomfortable and gritty residue. 

Introduced at the recent ADA Annual Session in New Orleans, Carestream Dental’s new CS Solution for CAD/CAM restorations is said to offer dental practitioners the ability to scan, design, mill, and place a restoration in a single appointment.

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President Clinton’s hour-long address hit upon a wide range of issues, including humanitarianism, poverty, congressional gridlock, the efforts of the Clinton Global Initiative, the Affordable Care Act, and more. 

At last week's annual session of the American Dental Association, Biolase held a celebration and special toast recognizing the 15th anniversary of Waterlase technology.

At last week's American Dental Association Annual Session in New Orleans, DPR stopped by the Isolite Systems booth to get a demonstration of the Isovac, a new dental isolation adapter the company launched at the event.

At the recent American Dental Association Annual Session in New Orleans, Lou., we stopped by the 3M ESPE booth to see a demonstration of the company's new Imprint 4 VPS Impression Material.

Headed to the Big Apple for the Greater New York Dental Meeting later this month?  Check out DPR's handy, downloadable and printable guide featuring the best products launching at the show, plus other recently launched products you won't want to miss.

3M ESPE recently partnered with the Minnesota Vikings and Team Smile to offer free dental care and education to 300 underserved children from area elementary schools.

This Wednesday, I’m heading down to New Orleans for my first-ever American Dental Association Annual Session.  But just because I’m green doesn’t mean I’m not heading in with a plan or things to do– some of the biggest and best brands in the dental industry will be showing off new and recently launched products, and I’ll be checking out as many as I can.  Read on to find out what products and events are on my list for the ADA session and should be on your radar, too.

axiUm Dental Hygiene Edition from Henry Schein is a software system designed specifically for dental hygiene educational institutions.

Aquasil Ultra Cordless from DENTSPLY Caulk is said to be the first tissue managing impression system that does not require tissue retraction.  

Clearbow from PMG Orthodontic Specialities is a labial bow that is said to be virtually unbreakable, offering 2.75 mm of full labial contact.  Constructed from BPA-free food grade materials, the Clearbow’s patented design is said to provide high esthetics and durability, plus it is unaffected by boiling water and will not stain from coffee, soda or red wine.

Available in nine models, the Ti-Max X450 line of 45-degree air-driven handpieces from NSK Dental are said to provide an industry-leading 21 watts of power, with seven optic versions and two non-optic versions.

An easy-to-use, cloud-based, interactive platform, CloudDDS’s new iRefer patient referral app reportedly streamlines interaction between referring dentists and specialists.

Sesame Communications’ new strategic partnership with Healthgrades will reportedly let dental practitioners access millions of prospective patients seeking dental services.