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With the economic prosperity of the eighties, and advances in esthetic dentistry and technology, many dentists became of the opinion that treating new patient emergencies was a waste of the dentist’s and team’s time. Symptomatic of this is what one heard when calling such a dental practice after hours: “If you are a patient of record with an extreme dental emergency you may call xxx-yyy-zzzz.” New patients were deliberately discouraged from calling.

Jensen Dental has acquired the assets of Chemichl AG, a world-class dental ceramic manufacturer located in Vaduz, Liechtenstein. Chemichl is a diversified OEM developer and manufacturer of ceramic powders, ingots, and blocks for the worldwide market. Jensen, with headquarters in North Haven, CT, has purchased Chemichl as part of its strategy to develop new products to complement its long-term and ongoing commitment to the Willi Geller Creation line of ceramics.

February 12, 2010 | dentalproductsreport.com Web exclusive Adult products made kid-friendly A few modifications can be all it takes to turn a boring adult product into something fun th

January 8, 2010 | dlpmagzine.comNewsZest Anchors Inc. bought by Jordan Company LPA recent article published on the Web site of Buyouts magazine announced the purchase of Zest Anchors Inc. of E

The details that posterior teeth possess fascinate many dental professionals. The intricate lobes and forms that posteriors develop in nature are always fun and challenging to recreate when fabricating restorations. Many tools have been developed by companies to aid in this process, however I always have been fascinated by the handmade tools I have seen technicians create to aide in their quest to recreate nature.

In 20 minutes, Dr. David Grayson was able to help a 7-year-old girl to stop habitually sucking her thumb. He’s helped patients quit smoking, and he’s performed dental procedures without using a drop of anesthetic. He’s eased his patients’ fears and enabled them to get treatment they may otherwise have opted not to receive. And he’s done it all through clinical hypnosis.

Sometimes great ideas are just sitting out there waiting to happen. For William Provancher, an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Utah, inspiration struck while he was watching a TV special about consummate Renaissance figure Leonardo Da Vinci.

Information available at belmontequip.com 1. Making adjustment easy, touchpad controls are built into the armrest castings on both the doctor’s and the assistant’s side of the chair. Easily accessed, these controls are used for adjusting seat positioning, selecting pre-set seat positions, Auto Return for patient dismissal and to unlock/lock seat rotation.

In early January, 3M ESPE announced that moving forward it would ensure the accurate fit of restorations created using its Lava™ Chairside Oral Scanner C.O.S., with a one-year guarantee for new doctors. The program is intended to highlight the system’s accuracy and demonstrate 3M ESPE’s commitment to customers who purchase this powerful technology.

  In the February 2012 issue of Dental Products Report, we featured Michael Augins in our 10 Questions profile. Augins had more information and comments than we could fit in print, so here we offer up the full interview.  1. Sirona has the distinction of introducing CAD/CAM to dentistry more than 25 years ago. How did that come about, and what has been its impact on dentistry?

The first study using an atomic-scale imaging tool to look at the chemical structure of a sea creature’s tooth has important implications for human dentistry including the potential for creating better, stronger materials for tooth replacement and for treating flouritis.

It was a colleague who first introduced Dr. Doug Thompson to OralDNA Labs and the MyPerio tests, but for quite some time he had been looking for a treatment modality that would allow him to figure out who among his patients might be susceptible to periodontal disease. “Typically, we wait for tissue destruction to happen before we identify disease,” he explains.

Treating edentulism pursues differing objectives: from a functional standpoint, restoring reasonable mastication and phonetic ability; and from an esthetic standpoint, restoring a patient’s natural smile in unison with age and personality. The aim is to give the individual a better quality of life and greater self-esteem.

Cyrano, the bald eagle. Photo: Courtesy of Dr. Kirk Johnson You’ve never seen a patient like this. And neither had Dr. Kirk Johnson. That’s why, at first, this Alaskan-based dentist wasn’t sure what approach to take. He had never worked on an eagle before, but was up for the challenge when volunteers from the Bird Learning and Treatment Center asked him and his team for help.

Pulling teeth by day and devising inventions by night.

National Dentex Corporation (NASDAQ: NADX), one of the largest owner/operators of dental laboratories in North America, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement and plan of merger to be acquired by GDC Holdings, Inc. (GDC), which is a holding company of GeoDigm Corporation (GeoDigm), a technology-based manufacturing and laboratory company and a portfolio company of Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe XI, L.P. (Welsh Carson).

I’m always on the lookout for a better mousetrap. Whether it be a laser, a smartphone or some other amazing piece of equipment that will change my life, I’m driven to find the “next great thing.” The wonderful part of being the Technology Editor here at Dental Products Report is that when I find these things, they not only change my life for the better, but I get the chance to share them with you!

You’ve noticed a change in one of your most dependable employees. She’s been missing a lot of work lately, and when she does come into the office she’s usually late. Her productivity is slipping and you know her behavior change is affecting the rest of the team.

Parents should use toothpastes that contain fluoride with a minimum concentration of 1,000 parts per million to prevent tooth decay in their children, says a new report.  Preventing tooth decay can help reduce the need for extensive and costly dental treatments, including extractions.

Formulated and manufactured for each component of the waxing process, the InStep casting wax system is designed to ensure that waxes are compatible from blockout to final waxup. This reduces the chance of defects in your castings.

Information provided by Patterson With a focus on increasing everyday efficiency, Eaglesoft 16 Practice Management Software was created based on customer feedback and is designed to be intuitive and easy to use, giving each member of the dental team the power to do more in less time. Patterson Dental’s latest version of its integrated dental software comes with a new look, greater functionality and enhanced adaptability.

The lower radiation output is among the regularly touted benefits of digital radiography, but the safety benefits for both patient and clinician do not yet make this technology foolproof and risk free.

The problem of radiograph retakes is solved using the Kodak RVG 6500 Sensor with its optional Intelligent Positioning System that allows users to visually align and place the sensor using a real-time display.

Senior Mobile Dental is a non-profit organization focused on bringing dental hygiene services to the elderly population of the Colorado Springs area. Photo: Courtesy of Senior Mobile Dental

January 14, 2010 | dentalproductsreport.comWeb Exclusive The importance of health screening  Dentists see the importance of health screening of patients and most are willing to perform it at

Long-time Vident employee Gil Villavecer has been recently promoted to Vice President, Business Development. In his new role, Villavecer will be responsible for building relationships and negotiating agreements with some of the nation’s major lab and dental practice groups.

February 16, 2010 | dlpmagazine.com web exclusive Open Wide and Listen! Dentists play key role in a new bone conduction technology that helps the deaf hear.

Amy Morgan is CEO of the Pride Institute. With Pride since 1993, she is a sought-after educator who still consults one-on-one with practices.

When it comes to selecting a handpiece for your practice, there certainly isn’t a shortage of options to choose from. There are a variety of handpieces available with similar features and designs to make handpiece use seamless and comfortable.  

Ping Fu, president and CEO of 3D software company Geomagic, a developer of CAD software used in various industrys including dental, was honored today at a ceremony in New York City as one of "Fast Company" magazine’s 100 most creative people in business.