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Detect apex locator from DENTSPLY Maillefer features a full-color screen, sound control and multi-frequency sound control that’s said to improve visualization of the file progression.

You want your Class II restorations to last. You want predictable results and durable restorations both you and your patients can feel good about. 

The Komet F360 endodontic file is said to offer a simplified, more efficient sequence for preparing root canals using only two files.

BIOMET 3i, a leading dental implant manufacturer, has announced that it has made adjustments to its Executive Committee led by President Bart Doedens.

Kevin Henry, group editorial director for Dental Products Report, talks to Dr. Dale Miles about Interactive Diagnostic Imaging’s Tru-Align, a winning product from the 2013-14 Pride Institute Best of Class group.

More than one doctor has come to Jameson Management and said, "I know that I need a hygiene department, but I am frustrated because it seems to be costing me more than it is making me. The costs are so high-salaries, equipment, supplies.” Let's look at six specific ways to make the hygiene department excellent:

True to MyRay’s motto “New Comfort in Digital Imaging,” the Hyperion X9 is a modular pan/ceph/CBCT system that meets practices’ varying needs and comes with a wealth of smart features to benefit patients and users alike.

Dr. Barry Sautter needed a sterilization area in his new practice, and he knew he wanted something he could proudly display, a piece of equipment that would let patients know his practice takes the necessary steps to eliminate cross contamination- something many patients worry about after seeing stories of infection control breaches in the news. 

Ivoclar Vivadent || IPS e.max WHY MASTER? More than 40 million fabricated  restorations are testament to its prominence.

Find out why this new option for portable intraoral scanning in color is a must-have for your practice.

Updates to Patterson Dental’s Eaglesoft clinical and practice management software offer new features that are said to help dental practitioners simplify daily routines, including customized medical history, Eaglesoft Newsfeed, web-based Patterson Auto Update, CareCredit bridge, and integrated Clinician Lite for Eaglesoft Clinician users.

When applied to the teeth, TEETHMATE™ DESENSITIZER creates hydroxyapatite – a mineral found naturally in enamel and dentin – to reportedly seal dental tubules and cracks in enamel.

The Virtual® XD system of VPS impression materials reportedly offers optimized flow characteristics for deeper penetration to the sulcus; enhanced preparation coverage; exceptional wetting ability for precise hard and soft tissue reproduction; and greater tear strength that maintains marginal integrities and fine detail after removal.

The last thing you want to do is annoy your patients, but you could be doing just that without even realizing it. Here are three things you and your staff members should avoid to make sure your patients leave your practice happy, healthy and wanting to come back.

64-bit MacPractice 4.4 offers a variety of new features, including Time Clock, inventory tracking, enhanced insurance verification, and more.

Ray Olson shares his story and tells us how Colgate's PreviDent helped him turn his oral health around, and why he can't stop talking about it.

The U.S. House of Representatives late Friday night voted to delay by one year the implementation of the Affordable Care Act-commonly referred to as Obamacare-and repeal the health care law’s medical device tax. Both are measures that would impact dentists as clinicians, employers and purchasers of medical equipment.

When I talk to labs around the country about making the leap to a digital workflow, I see a divide; many have no idea where to start, while others jump in headfirst.  A third group is slow and steady-at first they bounce back and forth between loving the digital workflow and cursing it, eventually realizing that finding the right digital partner makes sense. 

IMAGE Alginate from DUX Dental is said to be an affordable, high quality impression material that produces a smooth surface for accurate impressions and molds.

Why MacPractice DDS could be the right practice management system for you.

1. Access from anywhere-even home! Our (Evident) customers rave about the ease of access. A typical response is “you mean I can work from home?” It’s the access from anywhere that grabs the attention of dental lab owners and their administration and sales staff. 2. Instant support

Ivoclar Vivadent has announced it will conduct an online broadcast on the topic of “The Future of CAD/CAM in the Dental Laboratory” on October 22, 2013.

From versatility to gentler treatments, the Photon soft tissue diode laser from Zolar offers many benefits.

The secret to successful changes at the dental office? According to Carrie Webber of Jameson Management, it’s all about successful planning and goal setting.

Dr. Linda Niessen’s 15-year career with DENTSPLY International comes to a close this month, but her desire to advance the dental profession remains strong. Linda served as Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer where she oversaw the company’s professional relations, continuing education and corporate communication efforts.

Dr. Gary Severance, chief marketing officer for E4D Technologies, says the new NEVO™ CAD/CAM intraoral scanner is “the natural evolution of digital dentistry.”

In her September 2013 article for DLP, Carol Pilmer noted the importance of pursuing continuing education opportunities for every lab technician and owner.

In this video sneak peek from the upcoming issue of Dental Lab Product magazine, Dwain Turner, owner of Turner Dental Lab in Texas, describes how he's incorporated the anaxFORM system and Acryline denture material (both from Anaxform) into his workflow, and how those products have improved his efficiency and provided new, cost-effective solutions.

Current laboratory surveys and past data collected indicate that between 70-80 percent of the cases received are for single-unit crown and bridge prostheses.

Practicon is now the exclusive US distributor for doctorseyes™ Anterior Contrasters, which feature a unique scalloped profile that follows lingual contours to isolate anterior surfaces-without the need for patients to open beyond their natural smiles.