New Dental Products – March 25 - March 29, 2024

PerioDT from Young Specialties. Image credit: © Young Specialties

// Debridement Material

PerioDT

Young Specialties has announced the launch of its latest product, Young PerioDT™. Young PerioDT is a debridement material that can come in either a liquid or gel form, which uses a specific Dessication Technology (DT). DT removes water from microbial material, necrotic materials, and macromolecules around the tooth and prosthetic surfaces in the mouth, per a press release from Young Specialties. DT is said to occur in less than a minute of contact. It is said to be safe on both dentin and a variety of metals, making it a suitable option for any patient. A singular syringe will dispense either the red-colored liquid or gel for a full arch. PerioDT is indicated for caries restorations, periodontitis and gingivitis procedures, and root canal cleansing, according to Young Specialties. It can also be used for a variety of debridement procedures such as prophy in heavy plaque or biofilm cases, abscessed tissue cleaning, and the cleaning of prosthetics and orthodontic fixtures. PerioDT is formulated with aromatic phenolics, sulfuric acid, and water, carefully blended to ensure optimal efficacy and safety. Its gel form is suitable for cases in which a thicker viscosity is desired, such as sites where the thinner liquid form may flow from the site of treatment. Per Young Specialties, the liquid is primarily used for the peri-implantitis and endodontic procedures while the gel is primarily used for caries and crown prep.

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// Saliva Diagnostic Testing

SimplyPERIO™

The SimplyPERIO™ saliva diagnostic testing innovation is an economical solution that uses a proprietary molecular technology to test for and measure periodontal bacteria, caries, fungal and viral targets. As advances in science continue to focus on the mouth-body connection and its direct link to systemic disease, the new SimplyPERIO Saliva Test Powered by SimplyTest® looks to fill a testing void by delivering more intelligent health measures with real clinical relevance using 16 oral targets from a single patient sample. A patented blue buffer solution located inside the collection device’s cap stabilizes saliva samples at room temperature eliminating any special post-collection storage or shipping requirements. The diagnostic testing solution is designed to be quick and easy for dental practices to perform and to get processed. The SimplyPERIO patented blue buffer solution located inside the collection device’s cap stabilizes saliva samples to ensure accurate samples are delivered to the lab. Users can easily deposit 1 sample at a time, which supports at-home patient testing for follow-up and treatment monitoring, or practices can gather an entire day’s worth of in-office collections into the USPS postage-paid return box for mailing samples back to the lab for processing. Results are available in a secure HIPAA compliant portal 48 hours after arriving at the lab. The pain-free testing takes less than 30 seconds and is designed to deliver clinically relevant support using independent, third-party results for intelligent patient conversations on stopping and even reversing disease risks.

Image Credit: © Opal by Opalescence

// Teeth Whitening

Opal by Opalescence
The new Opal™ by Opalescence® teeth whitening line is available online without the need for a dental visit. With Opal by Opalescence patients now have access to great results and a safe, gentle, and affordable whitening experience in the comfort of their home. The whitening system’s prefilled tray whitening options—available in Classic and Gentle formulas—come with 7 prefilled upper and lower trays that easily conform to any smile and are designed to stay in place, provide superior coverage and whiten up to 4–5 shades for quick, visible results, according to the manufacturer. Opalescence™ whitening, the professional teeth whitening brand behind the new Opal by Opalescence, started over 30 years ago by Ultradent, which has a vast portfolio of take-home and in-office whitening solutions. Opal also offers both Original Whitening Toothpaste and Sensitivity Relief Whitening Toothpaste, designed to remove surface stains and whiten teeth by up to 2 shades in 1 month, the company states. Formulated by the clinicians behind Opalescence teeth whitening, Opal by Opalescence is the brand's first direct-to-consumer whitening line. It features a full lineup of teeth whitening products, from the prefilled whitening tray kits, to specially formulated whitening toothpastes, and whitening refill options.

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// Patient Communication
Mango Contact Sync

Mango Contact Sync is a new platform feature that integrates client data across practice management software (PMS) and Mango's Platform to streamline patient communications. This latest offering from the cloud-based communication tools provider is designed to make managing client information easier and more secure. The compatible platform works with leading PMS systems including Dentrix, Eaglesoft, OpenDental, and others to make integration smooth and straightforward. Key features include Automatic Synchronization that keeps client contact details up to date across all devices; Caller Identification to show who is calling or texting, speeding up response times; Search and Contact designed to quickly find and contact clients using Mango's platform; and Security that uses encryption to protect client data both in transit and at rest. The solution can improve customer service by eliminating delays in recognizing incoming communications, enhancing the quality of your customer interactions and service delivery. Mango Contact Sync is available as an add-on feature with plans to include it in the company’s Mango+package.

Axis High Precision Micro Tools from Monaghan Tooling Group. Image credit: © Monaghan Tooling Group

// Micro Tools

Axis High Precision Micro Tools

Monaghan Tooling Group has launched its latest innovation, the Axis High Precision Micro Tools, designed specifically for digital dentistry. The Axis micro tools are created using geometries and NextGen coatings, which aim to set a new standard for precision machining, according to a press release from Monaghan. These tools are crafted to tackle a broad spectrum of dental machining challenges, and one of the standout features of the Axis micro tools is their superfinishing. Superfinishing reportedly not only maintains cutting geometry but also minimizes flute friction, leading to enhanced chip evacuation and reduced heat generation during machining of materials like PMMA, PEEK, and wax. The controlled and repeatable edge honing is said to enable consistent and reproducible outcomes, providing dental professionals with the confidence of reliable performance with every use. The superfinishing process also facilitates superior adhesion of Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD), resulting in an low coefficient of friction when machining hard-to-work materials such as chrome cobalt and titanium, per the press release. The Axis micro tools are available in shank sizes of 3.00, 4.00, and 6.00mm, offering diameters ranging from 0.30 to 3.00 mm.

ScanUp™ from Desktop Health. Image credit: © Desktop Health

// Lab Service

ScanUp™

3D printing group Desktop Health has announced the launch of its latest service, the ScanUp™ program. This service is a lab services subscription, aimed at enabling dental practices to adopt digital dentistry and enhance care, according to a press release from Desktop Health. Through ScanUp, dental practices will receive an iTero™ Element Flex certified pre-owned scanner and the subscription. With the scanner, clinicians can take better, clearer digital images which can then be sent to ScanUp member dental labs for the support of digital and analog cases. ScanUp will also provide dental practices certified training and education programs regarding both their new scanner and the lab services provided. Labs will use a variety of 3D printing products, including those from Desktop Health’s catalogue such as the Flexcera™ line of materials. Dental practices are encouraged to subscribe regardless of their stage in the digital dentistry journey, as ScanUp aims to meet them there. Eventually, practices can be encouraged to bring in 3D printers or digital design services in-house, per the press release. ScanUp member labs include Dental Arts Laboratory in Peoria, Illinois; May Dental Arts in Fenton, Missouri; and Brewer Dental Labs in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

iMatrix Clear™ from Pac-Dent. Image credit: © Pac-Dent

// Matrix System

iMatrix Clear™

This new sectional matrix system from Pac-Dent is designed specifically for class II, providing clinicians with a full kit to meet the needs of these patients. The iMatrix™ Clear Kit features a variety of necessary tools to facilitate optimal use of this new matrix system. The Mylar clear matrices are said to offer the same uniform curing with the added benefit of translucent visibility, according to Pac-Dent. Nickel-Titanium (NiTi) rings have an undercut design that enables stability and structure, providing the clinician with all the tools they need for esthetic restorations. The iMatrix Clear Kit also contains clear interproximal wedges, that provide that same visibility while also offering a stackable wedge design. A composite polishing kit is also available in the iMatrix Clear Kit for easier composite adjustments, as well as a set of forceps and pin tweezers for better control. iMatrix’s NiTi Ring is said to allow for better tooth separation, expanding the view of the work area while minimizing curing light disruption, per Pac-Dent. The iMatrix Clear Kit can be purchased through Pac-Dent, either through the Starter kit package or the intro Kit package. To learn more, visit the website here.

Intiveo Connect from Intiveo. Image credit: © Intiveo

// Communication Platform

Intiveo Connect

Patient engagement software Intiveo has announced its newest feature––Intiveo Connect. Intiveo Connect was created to enhance communication between the dental practice and non-patients such as parents, guardians, extended family, or referring practices, according to a press release from Intiveo. Intiveo Connect enables direct texting between the dental practice and non-patients, a feature that was introduced based on customer feedback. Other benefits of Intiveo Connect are easier patient acquisition through the open communication platform; a reduced administrative workload; relevant patient communications that are also said to bolster trust; better post-operative care with the ability to inform guardians more easily; and expanded marketing opportunities.