Smarter choices in dental brand management
February 12th 2013If marketing is about communicating with the public, then the sub-discipline known as branding is about projecting a unique identity that enables a dental lab to be memorable and recognizable. And so, a good dental lab marketing plan begins with answering this simple question: “Why should I (the dentist) pick this lab over any other?”
3M ESPE receives “Most Innovative” recognition for eighth consecutive year
February 11th 20133M ESPE has been named the most innovative company in the worldwide dental industry for the eighth consecutive year, based on new product approvals and international patents. The Anaheim Group, distributor of Dental Fax Weekly, published the finding in its 2012 Dental Industry Review.
Behind the scenes with the best minds in the dental industry
January 31st 2013More than most healthcare professions, product development in dentistry plays a major role in empowering top-quality patient care. And getting to speak with brightest minds in the dental industry is one of the true pleasures of working at Dental Products Report. While dental professionals frequently look to other dentists as thought leaders, it is easy to overlook the role that dental manufacturers play in driving dentistry forward.
Heraeus named 'Supplier of the Year' by National Association of Dental Laboratories
January 28th 2013Heraeus Kulzer, LLC, provider of dental esthetics, has announced it has been named 2013 "Supplier of the Year" by the National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL). Heraeus was selected for this honor based on achievements in dental laboratory technology, product innovation and community involvement.
NADL provides disaster relief for dental labs affected by Superstorm Sandy
November 6th 2012For dental labs devastated by Superstorm Sandy, there is help available. The National Association of Dental Laboratories is providing disaster relief in amounts of up to $800 per lab. Lab operators from throughout the country, some of whom have weathered previous hurricanes, tornados, floods and other disasters in other parts of the country, are stepping in now to make donations to the NADL Relief Fund and showing it’s possible despite enormous odds to rise again.
Do you know what tobacco use is doing to your patient
October 17th 2012The Set-Up “Tobacco use has been associated with a variety of diseases including periodontal diseases. In this article, Dr. Ryder addresses ways in which the dental team can play a significant role in improving the patient’s overall health,” Dr. Peter O. Cabrera, Team Lead
Halloween Candy Buyback Program encourages good dental health for kids
October 9th 2012The negative effects to teeth following trick-or-treating on Halloween will be lessened again this year thanks to dentists from across the nation who are participating in the ninth annual Halloween Candy Buyback program.
More than 30 dental practices were affected by Colorado wildfire, Dr. Mark Albers tells his story
August 21st 2012The wildfire that raged through Colorado Springs, Colo., this summer destroyed the houses of hundreds of people including two dentists who practice in the metropolitan area of more than 650,000 people.
Market analysts predict growth in 3D printing and dental CAD/CAM
July 30th 2012A pair of recently released market analysis reports point to the steady growth of digital technologies in use in the dental space, with a projection that the global market for 3D printing will hit $3 billion by 2018 and the dental CAD/CAM market will reach $540 million by 2016.
What dentists need to know about insurance exemption
July 25th 2012Recently the New York Times reported that President Obama is threatening to strip the insurance industries’ exemption to the antitrust laws because the insurance industry is using “deceptive and dishonest” advertisements to derail his health insurance reform. At the same time, the Senate Judiciary Committee is conducting hearings on the antitrust exemption for insurance companies. Senate Bill S.1681 has been introduced in the Senate to prevent insurance industry price fixing, bid rigging and market allocation.
Sun Dental Labs links 3D Systems, 3Shape technologies for CAD/CAM model production solution
July 16th 2012With high quality 3D printing more accessible than ever, digital model production makes a lot of sense, and Florida-based Sun Dental Labs is putting such a solution into action by combining 3D printing technology from 3D Systems with the digital scanning and design systems from 3Shape.
TCS to open new training facility
July 16th 2012TCS recently announced the opening of a new training center in Valley Stream, N.Y., which will be led by Elvis Rosado and Irina Negru of Matrix Dental Lab. Rosado is a master technician and instructor, specializing in removable flexible partials for over 34 years. Courses will be held in small groups for maximum hands-on experience and attention.
BIOMET 3i marks 25th anniversary
July 9th 2012Back when it was founded in 1987 the company was known as Implant Innovations Inc., but a lot changes in 25 years. Now as it prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary, the company goes by BIOMET 3i and has grown from the small firm founded by periodontist Dr. Richard Lazzara and engineer Keith Beaty to a global company with more than 1,000 employees.
International dental trends were the focus at recent World Dental Forum 2012
July 6th 2012For four days in late May and early June, 570 dental professionals from seven countries came together at the World Dental Forum 2012 in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, China. The event was hosted by Modern Dental Laboratory USA, and speakers presented on topics including endodontics, operative dentistry, implants, esthetic dentistry, oral hygiene, prosthodonics, digital dentistry and oral appliance therapies.
AMT now offering lease financing for its SLM systems
July 2nd 2012In an effort to make it easier for dental labs and production centers to incorporate their laser sintering systems, AMT Inc. has secured financing plans through Highland Capital Corporation to allow dental labs to lease the production systems for 60-month contracts.
Heraeus combines US Chemicals Division businesses to create Heraeus Precious Metals North America
June 19th 2012In a move designed to streamline operations and provide a one-stop shop for precious metals customers, Heraeus recently announced that as of July 1, all of the company's US chemicals division entities will become one single unit under the name Heraeus Precious Metals North America LLC.
ClearCorrect enlists Objet printers for 3D printed orthodontic devices
June 13th 2012Giving the public a peak into the company's production process, ClearCorrect LLC, recently announced that 3D printers from Objet Ltd. are an integral part of the production of the company's clear orthodontic aligners.