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All the latest product launches from the week of November 11-15, 2024.
Straumann introduces comprehensive solution for treating edentulous patients
March 4th 2015By the year 2020, it is estimated that some 38 million adults in the U.S. will be in need of one or two complete dentures. Traditionally, people suffering from severely damaged, "hopeless" dentition had little alternative than to have their remaining teeth removed and replace them with traditional dentures. The functional limitations and low self-esteem associated with unanchored dentures are well known and well documented.
The top 10 Instagram videos from the recent Chicago Midwinter Meeting
March 2nd 2015When the editors of Dental Products Report took to the show floor at the recent Chicago Midwinter Meeting, it was an all-out social media onslaught. Not only were our Facebook and Twitter feeds overflowing, but we were also introducing our readers and viewers to the DPR Instagram account. Make sure you follow DPR on Instagram by clicking here.
KaVo Kerr Group to present 35+ new products at the upcoming IDS conference
March 2nd 2015KaVo Kerr Group has announced plans to present over 35 new products at the 36th International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne. The meeting, which takes place March 10?14, 2015, expects more than 125,000 attendees from 149 different countries.
Convergent Dental partners with Benco Dental
March 1st 2015Convergent Dental Inc., a privately held dental equipment and technology company, announced it has partnered with Benco Dental, the largest privately owned, full-service distributor of dental supplies, dental equipment, dental consulting and equipment services in the United States.
DENTSPLY Tulsa introduces TRUShape 3D Conforming Files and Orifice Modifiers
February 27th 2015Dentists and researchers have long known that retaining the natural dentition is an undeniable part of long-term oral health. However, clinicians equally recognize that a significant amount of dentin is inevitably lost in the process of removing infected pulp and debriding canal walls.
Tetra Dynamics introduces VisiClear partial dentures
February 26th 2015Tetra Dynamics is pleased to introduce VisiClear™ Partial Dentures. VisiClear™ is a new partial denture framework material that offers dentists and their patients higher performance advantages over traditional flexible and metal framework options.
Carestream Dental announces release of Logicon Caries Detector 5.1
February 26th 2015This week at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting, Carestream Dental announced the release of the latest Logicon Caries Detector 5.1, which reportedly further automates the detection process and produces improved displays of caries sites.
PerioLase® has new enhanced graphic user interface
February 26th 2015At this year's Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting, Millennium Dental Technologies is exhibiting the company’s all-new enhanced graphical user interface (eGUI) for the PerioLase® MVP-7™. The company’s CFO, Patrick McCormick, will be on-site and available for interviews and product demos at Exhibit #3831.
Everything you need to know about intraoral sensors
February 22nd 2015Digital sensors are extremely reliable and provide images that are incredibly diagnostic and high-resolution. They are basically a chip, similar to what you would find in a digital camera, encased in a hard plastic covering that’s sealed to prevent damage from any type of liquid.
5 common misconceptions about electric handpieces
February 20th 2015When it’s time to invest in handpieces, we know you want to get your facts straight. You want to separate the facts from the myths so you can make an informed decision that’s best for your quality of care and practice efficiencies. Thinking about investing in electric handpieces for your practice? Here, we debunk several myths about electric handpieces that no longer hold true in the industry.
Products to see at the 150th Chicago Midwinter Meeting
February 20th 2015There will plenty of new dental products to see as dental professionals descend on McCormick Place West for the 150th annual Chicago Midwinter Meeting. The exhibit hall is open from Feb. 26-28, and to help you navigate the aisles and booths in the Windy City, DPR is showcasing 28 products that should be on your must-see list.
The best dental products for your bucks
February 18th 2015Money tends not to grow on trees, and given the current state of the economy – not to mention issues specific to the dental industry – buying new equipment is rarely a frivolous endeavor. Doctors have to weigh the pros and cons of their needs and wants against their available funds before making purchases – no matter the size.
Sirona introduces new milling machine to inLab line [VIDEO]
February 10th 2015Sirona Dental, Inc. recently unveiled the inLab MC X5 disc milling unit, a new milling option for dental laboratories. The inLab MC X5, a five-axis milling and grinding machine, is designed to process a variety of material discs and blocks while seamlessly switching between both wet and dry functions.