February 27th 2024
3D printer manufacturer Nexa3D recently announce new distribution partnerships with CAD-Ray and Harris Discount Dental Supply, along with compatibility with 3 of Pac-Dent’s Rodin resins.
Presidential false teeth: The myth of George Washington's dentures, debunked
June 30th 2015Even the greatest leaders can’t be perfect. In George Washington’s case, one big shortcoming was his infamously terrible teeth. Equally infamous, Washington’s wooden dentures have become the stuff of legend… a factually incorrect legend, as Washington never actually sported dentures made from wood.
Heraeus Kulzer and Amann Girrbach team up for digital dentures
May 29th 2015In a joint development program, Heraeus Kulzer and Amann Girrbach have established the technical pre-conditions for the production of a full digital denture. This new license agreement permits reciprocal use by the two companies of their patented innovations.
Valplast unveils 3D Printable Valplast Resin at IDS 2015
March 23rd 2015Valplast International Corporation announced at IDS 2015 in Cologne, Germany, the prototype of its 3D Printable Valplast® Resin. This major advancement in additive manufacturing reortedly represents the very first Class IIA (European Union) and Class II (USA) Denture Base Resin that will yield a permanent restoration directly from 3D printing.
Straumann introduces comprehensive solution for treating edentulous patients
March 4th 2015By the year 2020, it is estimated that some 38 million adults in the U.S. will be in need of one or two complete dentures. Traditionally, people suffering from severely damaged, "hopeless" dentition had little alternative than to have their remaining teeth removed and replace them with traditional dentures. The functional limitations and low self-esteem associated with unanchored dentures are well known and well documented.
Making processed baseplates more efficient [VIDEO]
February 24th 2015Several authors over the years have written about the benefits of using processed baseplates as the surest way to present a stable, retentive platform on which to take bite registration records and set denture teeth on for try-in evaluation. Other benefits include providing the exact fit to be expected prior to the finish of the case, and providing a treatment tool to help clinicians illustrate the deficiency or success of treatment expectation to their patient.
EnvisionTEC releases new 3D printing material for orthodontics
December 22nd 2014Lately 3D printing and the dental industry go together like peanut butter and jelly-and with strides being made one after another for 3D printing technology and materials in areas like dentures, different orthodontics, surgical procedures and implants, you can be assured with innovations for the dental field, your dentist will be working to ensure you can enjoy those peanut butter and jelly crackers, sandwiches and much more exciting fare for a long time to come-as well as pleasing us all with your dazzling smile.
VITA North America introduces new way for patients to love dentures [VIDEO]
December 9th 2014Something many labs hear from their dental clients is how complicated the final choice to get a denture appliance can be. The decision to get a denture is often a difficult one, especially when coupled with misgivings over how the teeth will fit and look. The new VITA ToothConfigurator software (from VITA North America) is designed to help allay some of those fears by allowing the patient to be involved in the planning of their own dental restoration from the start.
Innovator Profile: ZEST Anchors LODI system offers less-invasive implant options for narrow ridges
July 2nd 2014ZEST Anchors' narrow implant system reportedly offers a less-invasive approach to dental implants. To learn more about the ZEST Anchors LOCATOR® Overdenture Implant (LODI) system, DPR sat down with Dr. Michael Scherer, DMD, MS, FACP, Diplomate American Board of Prosthetics.
Fashion with a bite: creepy or cool?
April 15th 2014Even the most fashion-forward of dental practitioners might squirm at the thought of using real human teeth as fashion accessories, all good dentists and hygienists know that healthy teeth belong in one’s head, not worn on a lapel or around the neck.
Print Sneak Peek: One lab's experience with anaxFORM and Acryline [VIDEO]
September 24th 2013In this video sneak peek from the upcoming issue of Dental Lab Product magazine, Dwain Turner, owner of Turner Dental Lab in Texas, describes how he's incorporated the anaxFORM system and Acryline denture material (both from Anaxform) into his workflow, and how those products have improved his efficiency and provided new, cost-effective solutions.
New dental product: Seal & Shine by Dental Ventures of America
March 1st 2013Seal & Shine spray is said to seal the tissue surfaces of a denture and other acrylic appliances from bacteria and plaque. The spray leaves the treated surfaces smooth to increase fit and provide a high level of luster to enhance the appearance of the final product. It is easy-to-use and chemically bonds to all types of acrylic resin, eliminating peeling of the treated areas. Dental Ventures of America 800-228-6696