Technology

Being an instructor in this age of technology is exhilarating ... most of the time. My favorite part about this position is seeing and hearing the excitement during the training when, all of a sudden, something clicks and the dentist or staff member becomes confident.

One DPR Editorial Advisory Board member shares some highlights from the recent CEREC 30, including the launch of new Sirona treatment centers

When it comes to technology and the integration of it, there are many ways to skin the “Technology Cat.” For many, it might mean integrating computers into your daily clinical routine. Or it might mean finally embracing digital radiography and adding that component to your office armamentarium.

When asked about 3D technology in the dental practice, Dr. David Little makes no bones about his feelings.

With CAD/CAM growing more and more each day, there is a shortage of trained dental assistants that can image, design, stain, glaze and take care of this very expensive machinery.

The new online interface lets practices compare and evaluate EHR programs to determine the right fit.

We live in a different world than we did just a few years ago. Now, to reach prospective patients-especially Generation Y patients-dentists need to have a web presence that separates them from all of their competition online. We live in a different world than we did just a few years ago.

The new Solutions Finder application reportedly will help dental professionals identify the right solution kit for their patients and procedures.

SEO can be very complicated, but there are quick wins you can take advantage of to gain higher visibility in Google organic search without a huge investment.

So it’s been a while (maybe a long while) since you’ve updated anything and suddenly you’re feeling left out and behind the curve. What to do?

The emergence profile of the Straumann® Bone Level Variobase® for CEREC® features a concave collar design, designed to provide easier cleaning procedures compared to convex collar design Ti-base options. There is no change to the existing workflow.

Sirona launched the new ORTHOPHOS SL family at CEREC 30, the company's celebratory meeting in honor of the 30th anniversary of its CEREC CAD/CAM system.

The GALAXY BioMill is said to provide the best CAD/CAM technology with high speed scanning for perfect restorations that exceed patient expectations.

These presentations are said to cover an extensive range of dental topics­-from hygiene to restorative and esthetics to periodontal disease-so patients can quickly understand their treatment options and make informed decisions.

Having spent my entire career in dentistry; different roles and responsibilities have allowed me to develop an appreciation of all areas of the dental practice and see how everyone must work together to create a both a positive working environment and patient experience.

Decisions about whether to purchase new technology for your dental practice have become more challenging for two reasons.

After 29 years working as a dental hygienist, Hanna transitioned to the front office, where she now serves as office manager. With past experience helping to build three other dental offices, and a desire to work with her good friend Nancy Shelton, DDS, Hanna was confident when she approached Shelton about building a practice that would bring something different to the Pasco area.

CEREC professionals from around the globe have congregated at The Venetian® Hotel and The Palazzo® Hotel in Las Vegas for three days of education, keynote speeches and entertainment found at this digital dentistry extravaganza.

Roland’s DWX-51D dental milling machine is equipped with a 10-station automatic tool changer (ATC), a new C-clamp with torque wrench for reportedly easier loading of materials and an expanded Virtual Machine Panel (VPanel) with built-in maintenance routine. It’s designed to be capable of producing copings, crowns, full bridges and abutments and other prosthetics from zirconia, wax, PMMA, composite resin, PEEK and gypsum with unparalleled speed and precision.

In addition to learning about the difference in the various ultrasonic technologies, discover what makes piezoelectric technology and its latest feature: fluorescein plaque disclosing solution stand out among the rest! Discover a way to simultaneously detect and remove dental plaque with illustrative ‘before and after’ case studies.

Of course, Dr. Flucke wasn’t the only DPR Editorial Advisory Board member interested in yesterday’s news. Before leaving to attend the CEREC 30 conference in Las Vegas, where Sirona is sure to discuss the merger at length, Tija Hunter, CDA, EFDA, CDIA, MADAA, admitted she was “shocked” when she heard the news but quickly added that she was very intrigued by the possibilities that lie ahead.

The iTero Element Intraoral Scanner is designed to fit your practice even better than before. Whether you are a general practitioner or orthodontist, the iTero Element is designed to deliver speed, reliability, intuitive operations and outstanding visualization capabilities.

We recently spoke to John Just, the director of technical support at ETI Digital Technology, to learn about two such unique offerings.

I recently chatted with Dr. Cynthia Brattesani, a dentist in San Francisco who is well known for her passion for the patient and technology. During our talk, we discussed SOPROCARE and SOPROLIFE from Acteon North America, both products that are in her practice and were recently named as part of the Best of Class winners for 2015.

Do you ever wonder how you survived without all of the modern technologies we have today? With smartphones, tablets and laptops, we are able to access any information we want or need at virtually any time

As many people know, there are two types of rules: required and addressable. Unfortunately, there is a lot of confusion about these. Required is the easy one: Any rule that is required means you must do it, no ifs, ands or buts. It’s not negotiable. Addressable, though, is a bit less cut and dry.

Our third and final part features seven award-winning companies and their innovative products.

It may not be the piece of technology that comes to mind the quickest, but it’s one that makes your practice hum and keeps your profitability (as well as billing, appointments, reminders, and so much more) front and center in the mind of the dentist and dental team.

The satisfaction of getting a new computer, network or piece of technology to work was the thrill of the hunt. It’s amazing sometimes that it all works together.