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The compact, portable device is easy to carry and use anywhere while providing detailed x-ray images for accurate analysis.
New dental product: Hager Dry Mouth Drops by Hager Worldwide, Inc.
February 5th 2013Round Hager Dry Mouth Drops hard candies are 100% sweetened with natural Xylitol. Xylitol is said to aid in saliva production, enabling the drops to provide an ideal Xylitol delivery system for helping to reduce oral dryness, along with other dental health benefits. The drops are available in mint, cherry and melon flavors. Hager Worldwide, Inc. 800-328-2335 www.hagerworldwide.com
New dental product: Viva! Patient Referral System by Whiter Image Dental
February 4th 2013Based on a high quality custom-designed plastic card, the VIVA! Patient Referral System allows practices to track patient referral activity. The cards resemble credit cards with integrated magnetic strips, which are distributed to current patients to share with friends, family, business associates and others. It is said to provide low cost new patient acquisition. The premium quality acrylic cards are custom-designed with the practice logo and contact information. Text message activation on each card solidifies appointments. Viva Referral System
New dental product: Vaccu·sil by Ho Dental Co.
February 4th 2013Available in fast and regular set formulas, Vaccu·sil light and heavy body impression material is said to provide solid performance at an economical cost. The light body is available in pre-filled BFC Complete syringes. It is compatible with all heavy body VPS impression materials. The heavy body is provided in a 50cc cartridge. Ho Dental Co. 702-430-9847 www.hodentalcompany.com
New dental product: ThermoFit™ by Keller Laboratories
February 1st 2013The ThermoFit™ bite guard made from composite is thin, but durable enough for the active nocturnal bruxer. Immerse the bite guard in hot water for 10 seconds and it drops right in. No internal adjustments are needed. When the bite guard is in the mouth, it returns to a rigid state. The rigid, yet flexible splint is said to minimize chairtime. Keller Laboratories 800-325-3056 www.kellerlab.com
REVIEW: Dr. Sean Vostatek says there's no competing with SDI’s Riva Luting glass ionomer cement
January 31st 2013During my Pediatric Dental residency at the University of Iowa, I wanted to gain exposure to other products outside the traditional residency program that would enhance my knowledge and skills as a future pediatric dentist. So with the help of the other pediatric residents, we began a bi-monthly lunch and learn and this was how we were first exposed to SDI’s products. SDI’s Riva Luting quickly became a staple product because of its various enhanced and favorable properties.
ADA debuts Symptom Checker App
January 31st 2013The American Dental Association has introduced the ADA® Dental Symptom Checker™ on MouthHealthy.org to provide patients with accurate information about their oral health symptoms, help them make better-informed decisions about their oral health, help build consumer awareness of the importance of oral health and recognize the benefits of regular dental visits.
Special Care Dentistry meeting planned for April
January 31st 2013The Special Care Dentistry Association will hold its 25th annual meeting on Special Care Dentistry April 18 to 21 at the Astor Crowne Plaza in New Orleans, La. The Association has announced that the meeting’s opening keynote speaker will be Kenneth E. Salyer, M.D. The craniofacial surgery pioneer will present inspirational stories from and sign copies of his new book, "A Life That Matters."
Handpiece Maintenance 101: The Basics
January 31st 2013You probably know your practice should be following a number of handpiece maintenance procedures to keep your patients and employees safe, save money on your repairs, and extend the life of your handpieces. What is on your essential list when it comes to handpiece maintenance?
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.
New dental product: IndiGreen Innovations MiniQUIKcaps by Practicon
January 31st 2013IndiGreen Innovations MiniQUIKcaps are said to be ideal for smaller applications such as light handles, small control panels and doorknobs. The mini-sized plastic barriers feature an elasticized edge and stretch up to 6 inches in diameter. Practicon 800-959-9509 www.practicon.com
Study finds link between periodontitis and diabetes
January 31st 2013Scientific evidence linking type 2 diabetes with a greater risk of periodontitis continues to increase. The December 2012 volume of Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice includes a study showing individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus exhibited an even stronger association with risk of periodontitis.
New dental product: DD Sinus Lift™ Kit by OCO BioMedical Inc.
January 31st 2013The DD Sinus Lift Kit™ contains all the instruments needed to perform a sinus lift procedure using the crestal approach. The technique allows for permeation of the blood supply from the osteotomy into the sinus cavity for enhanced healing and formation of new bone. All components in the kit are labeled for easy removal and return to the tray after autoclaving. There also is an extra compartment underneath the caddy for additional instruments. OCO BioMedical Inc.
The simplest way to increase treatment acceptance [VIDEO]
January 31st 2013As part of our Morning Huddle e-newsletter, DPR partnered with notable practice management consultants to provide quick video tips to get your team talking. Cathy Jameson, Ph.D. of Jameson Consulting offers practical tips on how to easily ask for the service your client needs to be healthier and happier.
Patient Perspective: DenMat's Snap-On Smile
January 31st 2013Ryan Pichoff is, in many ways, your typical 16-year-old. He goes to high school, loves the outdoors, and when asked how he prefers to spend his free time, a simple “hanging with friends,” sums it up. There is, however, one very atypical aspect to Ryan: he has a condition known as amelogenesis imperfecta.
New dental product: iNDi Night Guards® by Posca Brothers Dental Lab
January 31st 2013iNDi Night Guards® indicate to both the patient and the dental professional when the night guard needs to be replaced. Once the patient has bruxed to the indication pad in the night guard, contact will cause a rip, tear or marking. This allows the patient enough time to schedule an appointment to have a new night guard fabricated before the current one is worn through and jeopardizes their teeth. The night guards are available in three types: iNDi Hard, iNDi Ply and iNDi Soft. Posca Brothers Dental Lab
Weekly new dental products roundup - January 31, 2013
January 31st 2013This week's Weekly new dental products roundup is packed with innovatifve software, positioning devices, dental surgery systems, environmentally safe evacuator tips and a patient referral system that rewards your patients. If you missed any of these products when they were originally posted during the week, links to the complete articles are available below as well as a video review of the products.
Rocky Mountain High Tech Conference and Trade Show slated for March
January 31st 2013The 2013 Rocky Mountain High Regional Technical Conference and Trade Show, which is hosted by Colorado Dental Laboratory Association, will be March 29 and 30. The conference and trade show will be held at the Crowne Plaza Denver International Airport Conference Center in Denver, Colo. To register or to book your hotel room, click here. More contact information can be found at cdlanow.com or 303-948-7441.
REVIEW: Build-it FR — 'I wish all materials worked like this...'
January 31st 2013Dr. Norman Dahl is always on the lookout for products that make him more efficient or improve patient care. If he finds something better than what he’s currently using, he doesn’t hesitate to make the switch. But after using Pentron’s Build-It FR Core Material for nearly a decade, he doesn’t envision making a switch any time soon. Why? He simply hasn’t found anything better. Here’s why ...
New dental product: Clorox Hydrogen Peroxide Spray and Wipes from The Bosworth Company
January 31st 2013Designed for use on a broad range of surfaces, Clorox Hydrogen Peroxide Spray and Wipes are ready-to-use non-bleach disinfectants. They are said to be ideal for powerful cleaning in the most sensitive patient areas. The spray and wipes have a 30-second to 1-minute kill time on most bacteria and viruses. They have a light scent are non-corrosive and provide one-step cleaning. The Bosworth Company 800-323-4352
REVIEW: Hygienist Angie Mott on the ease of ClikRay, ClikStik and ShaRing systems
January 31st 2013I had the pleasure of meeting Tom Gillen, President /Design & Engineering for ClikTech, at the 2012 RDH Under One Roof in Las Vegas, where he was demonstrating both the ClikStik™ and the ClikRay™ system for digital and x-ray film radiography. With some hesitation I listened to what he had to say…from there my interest was sparked.
New dental product: Xyli-Spray from Hager Worldwide, Inc.
January 31st 2013Alcohol-free Xyli-Spray fresh breath spray is 100% sweetened with natural Xylitol. It is said to help with bad breath relief while also providing a convenient and easy way for patients to enjoy the dental benefits of Xylitol. Hager Worldwide, Inc. 800-328-2335 www.hagerworldwide.com
Thousands attend BIOMET 3i European Symposium
January 31st 2013Dental implant professionals from all over the world descended upon Madrid, Spain to attend the 2nd Annual BIOMET 3i European Symposium. The Symposium, which was held Jan. 11-12, took place in the Hotel Auditorium Madrid & Congress Centre Príncipe Felipe.
Take handpiece maintenance to the next level
January 31st 2013Feel like your office has the basics down? There are likely many areas in your operatory that you are not considering. Remember to flush your vacuum lines on a daily basis to prevent buildup of debris inside the lines and pump. Buildup will reduce suction or damage the pump. Cleaning the vacuum valve and trap should also be done weekly. Cleaning and maintaining your dental waterlines is crucial to your overall operatory maintenance to prevent biofilm, but it also plays a role in handpiece maintenance to prevent blocked waterlines.
Essential Dental Seminars expands CE curriculum
January 31st 2013For the past 15 years, Essential Dental Seminars has been recognized worldwide as a leader in the field of endodontics. Essential Dental Seminars is now expanding their CE Curriculum to include the latest research, studies, practice management techniques, and the tools dentists need to succeed.
Weekly new dental products Roundup – January 31, 2013
January 31st 2013The Weekly new dental products roundup is roped in and ready to go. If you've missed new product information posted during the week, now's the time to catch up with links to complete articles on each product and a video featuring those products at center stage of this article. iNDi Night Guards® Posca Brothers Dental Lab
New dental product: Inclusive® Tooth Replacement Solution expanded by Glidewell Laboratories
January 31st 2013The expansion of the Inclusive® Tooth Replacement Solution now accommodates a number of popular implant systems including Astra Tech, Biomet 3i, Nobel Biocare, Straumann and Zimmer. Clinicians who want to take advantage of this restorative-driven solution featuring custom tissue management, but who prefer to place their existing implant system can now prescribe the open platform solution.