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A-dec announced the launch of the new A-dec 300 chair (model 311) and delivery system (model 336). Along with a competitive price point, the A-dec 300 is said to offer a complete solution with the ability to specifically configure the design for each practice.

Introduced at the 2014 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting is the new DEXIS DEXshield, a dental X-ray position indicating device and a patented patient protective shield.

What you thought you may know about oral cancer prevention may not be true – get the facts in our checklist.

Dental and laboratory experts weigh in on what dental technicians need to know about the new workflow.

Contrary to some parents' popular belief, their children aren't born with a fear of the dentist; rather, the apple may not fall far from the tree. A new nationwide survey nfrom Delta Dental Plans Association finds children may be picking up on their parents' fear of visiting the dentist.

Exposure to dental X-rays has been significantly associated with an increased risk of cancer. Recent studies have shown that dentists and dental assistants have an increased risk of thyroid cancer, as well as other diseases including meningiomas and salivary tumors.

Oral-B, a worldwide leader in oral care, unveiled improvements to its app that connects to its highest performing toothbrushes by reportedly creating seamless brushing routines and allowing for expanded professional guidance.

When you think about it, the process of creating a restoration is sort of a miracle. The fact that a piece of human anatomy can be replicated quickly and at reasonable expense is nothing short of astounding.

By enabling the digital production of monolithic zirconia crowns and bridges, CloudPoint™ from Glidewell Laboratories reportedly offers dental labs the most affordable means of providing the CAD/CAM-produced restorations that doctors demand. CloudPoint is a complete one-stop solution, unlocking a digital portal through which cases can be scanned, designed, managed and produced.

Change is inevitable, and it frequently comes painfully to the forefront of our existence.

Clinicians everywhere know the value that loupes bring to their dental practice, but how do you know when it’s time to change your loupes?

Every practice is a little different in terms of the role the hygienist plays in the grand scheme of helping deliver good oral health care to patients. Some dental offices have the hygienist performing a higher level of care, while others may have the hygiene staff focus more on cleanings, diagnostics and patient education. 

DEXIS, a brand of KaVo Kerr Group, has announced the release of the DEXcam 4 intraoral video camera designed for patient communication and case documentation.

Consumers searching for medical plans with embedded pediatric and/or family dental benefits have more options than ever on the health insurance marketplaces, according to a new study by the ADA Health Policy Institute.

We’ve all experienced the most modern of exercises in frustration: Trying to pull up a website that has not been optimized for the mobile experience from a smartphone.

Dental Lab Products counts down the 10 innovations and industry shifts that are affecting dental implants.

It’s peak season for dental practices in eight cities, as the Stanley Cup playoffs continue in a quest for more dental casualties.

Imagine all 316 million Americans intentionally sharing their smiles with the goal of brightening the lives of their friends, co-workers and loved ones.

Our office recently purchased a TRIOS Scanner by 3Shape. We also recently began using ClearCorrect as our lab for clear aligners, as it accepts TRIOS scans for use with its clear aligners. We have found the use of our 3Shape TRIOS scanner with the ClearCorrect system to be both convenient and intuitive in our office.

Digital workflows and new systems are rapidly changing the way today’s dentists and dental labs operate, but closed systems can limit choices, preventing doctors and lab technicians from working the way they want.

3M ESPE Dental has announced it is making 3M™ ESPE™ Lava™ Plus High Translucency Zirconia available in a disc format for open-source milling.

The new standard for placing posterior composite restorations, SonicFill™ is said to go from placement to polished in less than three minutes. It is a true one-step, bulk fill dental composite system that results in low shrinkage, outstanding strength and high 5 mm depth of cure as well as superior adaptability and handling.

In a dental lab, a job well done means working efficiently and always with the utmost accuracy. To enable broader options for efficient workflows, 3M ESPE announces updates for the 3M™ True Definition Scanner and 3M™ ESPE™ Lava™ Plus High Translucency Zirconia.

The insurance aging report is one of the least favorite reports for administrators to run, but is so important for keeping up your practice’s cash flow.

Visalys® Core, a new product from Kettenbach LP, is said to represent the next generation of core build-up materials. This dual-curing core build-up material with unique Active-Connect-Technology (ACT) reportedly ensures a reliable bond with all common adhesives without an additional activator.

Convergent Dental Inc., a privately held dental device company,  announced the availability of the 8/400, 8/600 and 8/1200 hollow waveguides for its precision-engineered Ultraguide Solea handpiece.

A recent proposal for certification requirements for Stage 3 Meaningful Use is meant to address the complexity of the program.

Pulpdent, a leading dental research, development and manufacturing company, donated Embrace Fluoride Varnish to Mil Milagros (A Thousand Miracles), a nonprofit organization founded in 2007 in Boston.

A man in New Zealand is on trial after his penchant for edentulous ladies allegedly peaked in a series of violent assaults, during which he removed his victims’ teeth with pliers.