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The complimentary “Accountability = Energized Teams and Satisfied Patients” audio CD features Dr. Rhonda Savage, Chief Operating Officer of Miles Global, a practice management consulting firm serving dentists. Savage shares her four-step system of empowering accountability and outlines how daily coaching is a cornerstone of better team communication. She also details the proven “feel, felt, and found” technique, which can be used to enhance communication between team members and with patients.

Direct from the International Dental Society meeting in Cologne, Germany, Dental Products Report got a first-hand introduction to one of 3Shape’s newest innovations: the TRIOS® POD solution.

SLS-free and fluoride-free Tom’s of Maine Botanically Bright toothpaste reportedly whitens teeth with natural foaming action and great taste. Blended botanicals including chamomile and organic aloe with mint flavors and the natural sweetner steveia (a plaque-acid reducer) leaves mouths fresh and clean. Naturally-sourced silicas help whiten teeth without bleaching ingredients. The 4.7-ounce tubes of toothpaste is available in spearment with aloe and chamomile and peppermint with Xylitol and propolis flavors.

Offered in 8 assorted colors, SEAL-TIGHT® SPECTRUM disposable air/water syringe tips are said to deliver dry air on demand, reduce cross contamination and eliminate sterilization time. The interlock system, through the Seal-Tight Adapter, eliminates wear-and-tear at the insertion point of the air/water syringe and ensures a fresh seal with each tip. The tips can be bent to a 90° angle without affecting water flow and they easily retract lips and cheeks without bending. TotalCare

Three flavors have been added Bosworth® Prophy Powder line. The powder is now available in strawberry, raspberry and lemon-lime. It is said to be less abrasive than prophy paste and easily removes stain, plaque, soft debris and orthodontic cement. The powder continues to be available in orange, grape and mint flavors. The Bosworth Company 800-323-4352

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Sporicidin Microbial Testing Strips are said to be fast, easy, and accurate tools for detecting potential microorganisms on many common interior surfaces. The testing strips can be used as a screening tool for quickly testing the potential presence of microbial growth such as bacteria, mold, fungi, blood and body fluids, as well as many typical allergens. They also can be used for post verification of the cleaning process. Hager Worldwide 800-328-2335

On the industry side of the dental business, I feel like there are two distinct camps: Those who have been to the International Dental Society meeting in Cologne, Germany, and those who haven’t.

Kerr gives you the lowdown on bulk fill and its SonicFill composite in 5 steps

Products, procedures and best practices to help you maximize your time and your team’s productivity.

This week's roundup features pure zirconia crowns, a denin substitute, face shields for young patients, composite and a solution for patients who suffer from dry mouth. The links to the complete articles and the roundup video follow. Zenostar Assured Dental Laboratory

Patient Perspective is an opportunity for patients to share their thoughts on the latest technology and materials.

XyliMelts® for dry mouth are all-natural oral adhering discs that time release 500mg of Xylitol and oral lubricant. They are for use during the day or at night when sleeping to help reduce tooth decay and dry mouth. The discs stick to gums or teeth. They are said to provide long-lasting relief (all night when sleeping), freshen breath, stimulate saliva and are useable with CPAP machines. The discs are available in mild mint and mint-free flavors. OraHealth

CLEARFIL™ MAJESTY ESTHETIC has been renamed CLEARFIL™ MAJESTY ES-2 Classic composite. The composite is available in 16 VITA-approved shades with light diffusion, or LD technology, to create restorations that are said to be virtually invisible, to make shade-matching simple with a single shade. The composite is available in syring ore in PLT preloaded tip and is easy to shape and polish. It can be used in mono- or multi-layer techniques. Kuraray

Said to be ideal for use when treating young, anxious patients, cute Cosmic Nee-Noggs™ Face Shields from Practicon provide facial protection from chairside splash and airborne hazards. Lightweight, non-distorting plastic shield has a fog-resistant coating on both sides to help maintain a clear view. Thick, foam brow seal supports shield over glasses and maintains cool airflow. The shields are available in half- or full-face styles with either a soft, non-latex elastic headband or Velcro closure. Practicon

Dr. Michael J. Scoles gives his firsthand opinion of Kerr’s SonicFill composite.

Bisco’s DUO-LINK composite luting cement is a dual-cured, highly filled cement and competes in a very crowded and often confusing product niche in restorative dentistry.

Catapult was asked to review Doxa’s new cement, Ceramir, and the question was: Is this cement different? For half the group the answer was overwhelmingly “yes.” The remainder of the group truly appreciated how easy the cement was to use and its physical properties but had issues with the delivery system because it requires a triturator.

Designed for use in the operatory, the BiodentineTM 5-Pack is described as an all-in-one dentin replacement material that is bioactive and biocompatible. It can be used in the crown and root wherever dentin is damaged. Indications include restoring deep carries, pulp capping, pulpotomies, perforations, and internal/external resorptions.

It’s great to have variety; it’s what makes every new day different from the last and every impression uniquely challenging. Let’s face it, we have many challenges in performing our job and taking impressions is certainly one of them. Because everyone practices differently it is nice to have options to make our tasks easier whenever possible. Impression taking is one of the more challenging tasks but the people at Clinician’s Choice are doing their best to make it easier.

Today’s shift toward all-ceramic crowns requires a more accurate impression material. Not only is it important to accurately portray the marginal area, but the tooth’s entire surface must be captured.

Many clinical situations demand a provisional restoration that must serve in function for extended time. Large fixed prosthodontic cases and implant treatment are examples of situations where an easy to handle but retentive and durable temporary cement is required.  GC America has introduced Fuji TEMP LT provisional cement.

In collaboration with Dr. Roland and Dr. Phillip Streckbein, BEGO Implant Systems has developed the surgical instrument set – BEGO Semados® RI-Line TrayPlus – with a new, innovative generation of drills.

Gadgets, apps and helpful accessories are all part of this edition of the Weekly new dental products roundup. Use the links that follow to read the complete information on each product and don't forget to give the video a look. Mr. Thirsty® Comfort Kit Zirc Co.

The 100% full-milled Zenostar pure zirconia crown with no porcelain overlay for no porcelain fractures is said to cost less than half that of a gold crown. The esthetic alternative to gold restorations and PFM offers 1,200 MPa flexural strength, conventional chamfer prep and cementation and exceptional marginal fit. It is indicated for single posterior crowns and crowns with limited occlusal clearance. Assured Dental Laboratory 877-283-5351

Seal & Shine spray is said to seal the tissue surfaces of a denture and other acrylic appliances from bacteria and plaque. The spray leaves the treated surfaces smooth to increase fit and provide a high level of luster to enhance the appearance of the final product. It is easy-to-use and chemically bonds to all types of acrylic resin, eliminating peeling of the treated areas. Dental Ventures of America 800-228-6696

Don’t think any of your current patients are interested in veneers or other cosmetic dentistry? Dr. Harvey Silverman explains why that likely isn’t the case.

From the exciting launch of DEXIS go and i-CAT FLX to product reviews, here’s what you might have missed last week.

New cone beam 3D system optimizes clinical control, ease of use and fast workflow.

John Bernhard of Biolase gives you an overview of the dual wavelength WaterLase iPlus all-tissue laser.