Learn About Zimmer Dental's Award-Winning Trabecular Metal™ Implant [VIDEO]
August 2nd 2013Zimmer Dental Inc., a provider of dental oral rehabilitation products and a subsidiary of Zimmer Holdings, Inc., has announced that it was recently honored with a Silver Medal at the 2013 Medical Design Excellence Awards (MDEA) in the category of “Dental Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies” for its Zimmer® Trabecular Metal™ Dental Implant. Zimmer Dental’s entry was the only dental implant recognized in the global competition, which is sponsored by the Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry (MD+DI).
Researchers use human urine to create new teeth
August 2nd 2013A new study published in Cell Regeneration Journal reports that stem cells collected from human urine can be used to create tooth-like structures. The study, which was conducted by Duanqing Pei and colleagues, gives rise to the hope that the technique might one day be used to help grow new teeth for dental patients.
What does a new brand for Appliance Therapy Group and Space Maintainers Laboratories mean?
August 1st 2013Appliance Therapy Group (ATG) and Space Maintainers Laboratories have announced the rebranding of the multi-divisional dental resource company under the name SML™. The move - marked by the introduction of a new SML™ logo and newly streamlined visual identity - is the culmination of an ongoing three month phase-out of inclusory companies Success Essentials, SMILE Foundation, Second Opinion and the professional support group known as ATPA.
The Spartan Wave™ Piezo Ultrasonic Unit offers power and versatility in a compact design
July 31st 2013The Spartan Wave Piezo Ultrasonic Unit by Obtura Spartan Endodontics reportedly offers a complete system for root canal preparations, gutta percha condensation, and retrograde preparations, as well as scaling, root planning and more.
VIDEO REVIEW: Demi Ultra Ultracapacitor Curing Light is a game changer
July 31st 2013After using it clinically for three weeks, DPR Technology Editor Dr. Flucke recently reviewed Kerr’s new Demi Ultra Ultracapacitor Curing Light, praising the device’s durability, lifespan, quick charging capability, and more.
Top 5 reasons to bring your team to Destination Education
July 31st 2013Destination Education, Nov. 8-10, 2013, is more than just a ‘good’ cosmetic dentistry program. Its speakers and topics are designed to provide real-world connections to recent dental innovations in an environment that will help you and your team approach today’s patient and practice needs with confidence.