Products

Sirona Dental Inc., the pioneer of digital dentistry, unveiled SICAT Air at the Chicago Midwinter Dental Meeting. Available in the spring of 2016, it is a complete digital solution for the appliance-based treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and eliminates the need for conventional impressions and stone models. Moreover, SICAT Air supports treatment compliance by creating an educational experience for OSA patients through the immediate and detailed visualization of obstruction areas.

DENTSPLY International Inc., a worldwide leader in dental products, is pleased to offer the new CELTRA® DUO (ZLS) high-strength glass ceramic milling block.

Hu-Friedy, a global leader in the manufacturing of dental instruments and products, has introduced EverEdge 2.0, its latest innovation in hand scaling instrumentation, designed to help clinicians achieve the best clinical outcomes.

DEXIS, LLC, a brand of the KaVo Kerr Group, announced its latest software release – DEXIS™ Eleven. Customers will benefit from a range of workflow improvements, including drag-and-drop tooth numbering, enhanced security, and fewer clicks for case presentation.

CEREC now provides a completely new process in the dental practice: combining the new CEREC SpeedFire furnace and CEREC Zirconia material, dentists can now deliver full contour crowns and small bridges made of the full-strength, high-quality zirconium oxide in a single visit.

Calcivis, a medical devices company focused on revolutionizing the management of tooth decay and enabling preventive dentistry, today announces that it will for the first time showcase a prototype of its Calcivis® Caries Activity Imaging System device at the 151st Meeting of the Chicago Dental Society.

Stoma Dental is introducing the first and only backflow prevention saliva ejector (SE) valve in conjunction with the 151st Midwinter Meeting of the Chicago Dental Society. Stoma’s new DOVE® Backflow Prevention SE Valve is a one-way valve that virtually eliminates backflow cross contamination risk between dental patients.

5 Dental Minutes, a new video curation and sharing platform, has been announced for the dental industry.

3Shape TRIOS scanner now features Digital Patient Monitoring. Debuted at CDS Midwinter.

At this year’s Chicago Midwinter meeting, Microcopy announced the release of its new NeoBurr 5572 blended-neckTM carbide. Dentists depend on carbides for the most rigorous procedures, making the burs prone to breakage.

Straumann USA, LLC, of Andover, MA will launch the Straumann® CARES® Intraoral Scanner by Dental Wings, a new digital dentistry solution built on a patented and incredibly compact 3D capture technique called Multiscan™ Imaging.

Nobel Biocare has announced the introduction of NobelDesign: efficient and intuitive software for the computer-aided design of NobelProcera dental restorations.

Dentrix Ascend has announced a new cloud-based practice management system in conjunction with DEXIS.

The latex-free Nano Gutta Percha Points are completely synthetic and are formulated with a dense material that’s less prone to volumetric change during heating and cooling cycles, thus reducing the risk of fracturing a root.

“The 3i T3 Short Implants provides me with an implant treatment option for patients with limited bone height, reducing the need for a sinus elevation or vertical ridge augmentation procedure,” said Dr. Francesco Amato.

In this article, learn more about Hu-Friedy's new cleaning monitors, the latest addition to its instrument management system (IMS) cleaning and care product line.

Learn more about ZEST Anchors’ introduction of the next generation LOCATOR R-Tx removable attachment system.

This slideshow highlights the top products you need to know from January.

What makes Hu-Friedy XT Triple Bend Ultrasonic inserts special? One dental professional shares why she thinks they are one of a kind.

In this article, learn more about Ca-Lok flowable adhesive calcium base/liner from TAUB Products.

Learn about the night guard and mouth guard options from Aurum Group®/Space Maintainers – Pacific Northwest™.

In an effort to address the time constraints dentists face in their practices today, Bien-Air, a Swiss medical technologies company, announced the launch of what is said to be the industry’s most powerful turbine.

In this tech brief, we examine OperaDDS, a comprehensive communication program.

Reportedly an ideal blend of simplicity and sophistication, the CS 8100 is said to truly redefine panoramic imaging.

From Feb. 25-27, the DPR editorial team, as well as countless other dental professionals, will visit the Windy City for the best in hands-on learning, lectures and commercial exhibits.

The CAO Group (CAO), a world leading, high technology dental company, launched Sheer White!® In-Office Teeth Whitening Strips, which are said to be the world’s first in-office teeth whitening strips with one-minute chairtime.

Keystone Industries, a U.S.-based company that manufacturers some of the world’s top mouthguard products, has officially launched the latest hit to its Pro-Form Mouthguard line – the PF2 mouthguard.

Kerr Restoratives announced the launch of Maxcem Elite Chroma, said to be the first self-etch/ self-adhesive resin cement offering a color cleanup Indicator, reportedly making it the smartest cement available on the market today.

Dr. Brian Stern, who has been in practice since 2005, is board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He practices in Powell, Ohio, and also is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, International Congress of Oral Implantologists, the American Dental Association and the Ohio Dental Association.

As the old expression goes, the only constant is change. As I type this, the days are getting longer and the holiday season is receding into life’s rearview mirror. Such is the way things go.