Stan Goff is a Managing Editor with MJH Life Sciences, which includes Dental Products Report, Dental Practice Management, Dental Lab Products, Modern Hygienist, and Dentist's Money Digest. He has covered the dental industry since 1999 and can be reached at sgoff@mjhlifesciences.com.
6 reasons you should consider LED operatory lights
June 3rd 2013Numerous people are seeing the benefits of LED lighting in their homes and offices. With several recent product launches, the dental profession is coming to understand the value as well - not just as an environmentally friendly option, but one that makes a clinical and cost-savings difference for the product.
How digital impressions play an important role in clear aligner systems
May 30th 2013A recent study by the Levin Group suggests integrating Align’s iTero digital impression technology into an Invisalign practice, digital scanning can almost immediately become a revenue-positive part of your practice.
Learn about SmileSimplicity treatment solutions, earn CE
May 17th 2013The #1 trait a patient looks for in a dentist is the ability to be gentle and not hurt them. That’s why dentists should know about SmileSimplicity – the painless veneer procedure devoted to minimally invasive techniques accomplished by using adhesives on a new level. SmileSimplicity courses and webinars can help you discover the structural role porcelain laminates can play in your practice and, also, the ability to observe the reliable, margin-free techniques that make veneers a conservative, pain-free and reliable option.
Dr. Robert Ibsen talks about spreading smiles, changing lives
April 11th 2013During a California Dental Association CDA Presents Thursday morning lecture out of Anaheim, Calif.,, Dr. Robert Ibsen of Smile Simplicity talked about his long history involved with whitening, minimally invasive esthetic dentistry, and helping see to it that needy children around the world have a better chance at improving their oral health and in the process their lives.
REVIEW: Dr. Lisbeth Skibsted on 3Shape's TRIOS scanner
February 27th 2013After owning her own Denmark practice for 21 years, Dr. Lisbeth Skibsted joined a large medical practice situated in a health care building in Denmark. The complex includes 26 medical doctors, general practices, 12 physicians, chiropractors, a wide range of specialists, and her dental practice with 3 dentists, 2 hygienists and other staff. With a special interest in implants and cosmetics, Dr. Skibsted is always looking to learn about new techniques and new technologies.
Colgate introduces new PreviDent® 5000 Booster Plus, prescription-only fluoride toothpaste
February 22nd 2013Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals announced the latest in its line of PreviDent products with the launch of PreviDent 5000 Boost Plus. The prescription-only home fluoride therapy toothpaste was launched at a Thursday morning press conference in Chicago.
The DEXIS Platinum digital x-ray system comforts, engages patients
February 12th 2013Matt Davis has had his share of dental x-rays taken over the years, but some of the experiences were so bad that he really wanted to try and avoid future x-rays at all costs. “It (discomfort) used to be to the point where you really didn’t want to take the x-rays,” he said. “I would tell doctors unless it’s absolutely necessary, I don’t want to do it. And unless they really knew what they were doing, it took forever. It was like I just lost 20 minutes shoving x-rays in my mouth.”
Ultradent Products names executive VP
February 12th 2013SOUTH JORDAN, UT - Erwin Fischer has been appointed executive vice president of Ultradent Products Inc. As executive vice president, Erwin will continue working closely with Dr. Dan Fischer, president and CEO of Ultradent, to build upon the company’s vision to improve oral health globally.
Real-Time ROI: Glidewell Laboratories' BruxZir
February 6th 2013The Lab New Era Dental Arts, based in Sylvania, Ohio, staffs six technicians and works with more than 20 dental practices. Jeff Wayton, a technician with more than 30 years experience, and Mark Nightingale run the crown and bridge lab, which also provides some ortho services. The Product
REVIEW: Dr. Tony Hewlett on Sirona Dental’s Schick 33
January 31st 2013Dr. Tony Hewlett was an early adopter of digital technology, making the switch from film x-rays to digital intraoral radiography back in 1996. A loyal Sirona customer, Dr. Hewlett has always employed Schick intraoral digital sensors and recently upgraded to the new Schick 33.