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Several designs have been added to the line of Practicare™ Patient Communication Cards. With a wide variety of original designs, along with an economical price point as low as 13¢ per card, the cards are said to be ideal for recall reminders, welcome greetings, missed appointments, promotions or personal notes. The 7-point matte finish paper stock is compatible with laser and ink-jet printers and USPS-approved. Each 8½-inch by11-inch perforated sheet is printed 4-up on front only.

Round 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

Based 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

Available 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

The 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

During 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.

Would a patient loyalty program work in your practice?

The 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.

The 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."

You 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?

Dr. 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.

IndiGreen 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

Benco Dental and 3M ESPE announced this month that Benco‚ the largest privately owned‚ full-service distributor of dental supplies‚ equipment and consulting‚ has qualified as the newest U.S.

Scientific 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.

The 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.

As 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.

Ryan 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.

iNDi 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

Hear from DENTSPLY Midwest Marketing Director Susan Crawford and Dr. Lou Graham on the Midwest Stylus ATC.

This 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.

The 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.

Dr. 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 ...

Designed 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

I 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.

Alcohol-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

Dental 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.

Feel 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.

For 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.

The 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

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