September 18th 2024
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Planmeca introduces Planmeca FIT™ System
August 12th 2015Called Planmeca FIT and comprised of the PlanScan scanner, PlanCAD software and PlanMill 40 mill as a fully integrated open CAD/CAM system for same-day dentistry, the FIT system is said to provide a digital workflow that combines exceptional patient experience and convenience as well as high quality restorations with the perfect fit.
KaVo Kerr imaging brands to host inaugural Dental 3D University
August 10th 2015Up to 12 CE credits can be earned, and a $300 early bird discount is being offered to DPR readers until September 10. One of the speakers at 3DU is Dr. John Flucke, the chief dental editor and technology editor for Dental Products Report.
The top 5 products of the year (so far)
August 5th 2015Complementing Straumann’s edentulous solutions portfolio, the Straumann® CARES® Advanced Fixed Bar-commonly referred to as a hybrid bar-offers a direct connection to implants or to Straumann’s screw-retained abutments and delivers a one-piece solution.
Colgate releases Colgate Total® Daily Repair Toothpaste
August 5th 2015With the new Colgate Total® Daily Repair Toothpaste, consumers are encouraged to be proactive about their oral health. The toothpaste contains a multi-active formula said to help repair early teeth and gum damage before many even know it exists.
Silicon Valley startup sells $20 toothpaste
July 27th 2015A new company started by Berkeley and Stanford graduates recently released a toothpaste costing $20 for a 1.7-ounce tube. The paste, called Livionex Dental Gel, can be used for daily brushing and does not include abrasives, detergents, fluoride, triclosan or antimicrobials.
New abrasive discs said to be affordable and strong
July 27th 2015Z-Discs are made of a special blend of zirconia, diamond and ceramic composites. The discs are engineered to demonstrate a combination of thinness (ultra-thin), strength, durability and cutting qualities, said to make this disc the perfect abrasive disc for cut-off of e.max sprues, for finishing of ceramic bridges, for fine detail contouring of interproximals, and for contouring green state zirconia.
Learn what's new in dental implants
July 10th 2015In the May 2015 issue of Dental Products Report, we featured a fun, informative cover story on dental implants. Part of the feature allowed you to "Test your dental implant IQ" as Renee Knight's article included important questions you should be aware of and then we had a number of implant experts answer the questions.