Get a first look at the new dental products that made January's cover

The January 2013 issue of DPR features four new products, including new practice management software, aligner material, a 3D scanning system, and an apex locator.

Cover Products are chosen based on innovation or their perceived impact on improving patient care and practice efficiency.

Patient-centric Mac softwareMac-based Viive
Henry Schein's new Mac-based practice management software features patient-centric workflow on a simple and clean platform. The new workflow takes advantage of the Mac operating system to provide access to all available management tools directly from one patient screen, streamlining task management to a single click. Charts, ledgers, and other tasks are completed faster and more simply by eliminating the need to switch between modules.

855-622-8448 • www.Viive.com

Aligner MaterialHighly elastic SmartTrack™
The SmartTrack aligner material from Align Technologies is said to deliver gentle, more constant force to improve control of tooth movements with aligner treatment. When the aligner is stretched, the material returns more closely to the programmed aligner shape to improve tracking.  The material delivers a low initial insertion force for improved patient comfort, while maintaining more constant force.  It requires no changes to current treatment procedures.

408-470-1000 • invisalign.com 

3D Facial Scanning SystemThe Planmeca ProFace
The Planmeca ProFace 3D facial scanning system is an option available for the ProMax line of 3D dental imaging units. It is said to produce realistic 3D facial photos as well as traditional x-rays. One scan generates both images. Alternatively, the 3D photo can be acquired separately in a completely radiation-free process. The 3D photo option integrates with Romexis 3.0 digital images software.

630-529-2300 • planmecausa.com

Ergonomic Apex LocatorForamatron
With an ergonomic, sleek design, the Foramatron™ apex locator is said to perform at the highest level of precision and accuracy. The unit’s LED illuminated display is angled for easy chairside viewing and has visual indicators. It also features audible file position indicators. The sturdy, molded case allows for easy wipe-down with most antibacterial wipes for keeping asepsis. The unit’s small footprint takes up little counter or bracket table space.

800-243-7446 • parkell.com