"Simpl" Abutments
Town & Country Dental Studios has introduced "Simpl" Abutments. The "Simpl" Abutments require no dentist-supplied components. The dentist needs to supply only a fixture-level impression, counter, and bite. Town & Country will provide a soft tissue model, analog, custom-milled Atlantis CAD/CAM titanium abutment, abutment screw, abutment placement jig, plus the crown of your choice. The turn-around time is just 10 working days for in-lab. For more information, call 800.925.8696, or visit www.BetterDentalLab.com.

Protégé LED Inserts for Ultrasonic Scaling
Protégé LED Inserts from Discus Dental, Inc features a built-in light emitting diode (LED) light designed to illuminate the intraoral environment. Each Protégé instrument is a blend of ergonomics and clinical efficiency. In addition to the built-in light, Protégé features a nonslip, rubber grip designed for comfort and functionality. The ultra-thin tips allow for subgingival access. Protégé LED inserts can be used in any magnetostrictive machines and are available in both 25K and 30K frequencies as well as a variety of tip sizes: No. 10, No. 10S (thin), (right bend, thin) No. 10R, and (left bend thin) No. 10L. They are autoclaveable and latex-free. For more information, call 800.422.9448 or visit www.discussdental.com.

Artiste NanoHybrid Flowable Composite
Pentron Clinical Technologies, LLC has introduced the Artiste NanoHybrid Flowable Composite. This versatile esthetic flowable combines the polishability of a microfill with the strength of a conventional hybrid flowable. Artiste is formulated with submicron barium glass and nanoscaled spherical silica fillers. These nanoscaled fillers are colloidal bound and linked generating an interlocking reinforced structure. The result is a flowable composite with exceptional flexural strength, reduced polymerization shrinkage and outstanding wear resistance. The nanohybrid formulation also produces shine, polishability, and polish retention for long-term lustrous beauty. It is available in 14 shades and features stain resistance, so restorations stay beautiful. For more information, call 800.551.0283 or visit www.pentron.com.

Nu-Block the Disposable U-shaped Mouth Props
Nu-Block disposable U-shaped mouth props, from Efficient Dental Technolo­gies, LLC are made of strong polycarbonate and are coated with foam to minimize slipping. The thin U-shaped prop allows the operator to gain maximum access through the opening rather than having to work around the block. The soft flexible props reduce patient muscle fatigue, increase patient comfort, and allow the dentist, dental assistant, and hygienist to work more efficiently. The cost is comparable to conventional disposable props but with the benefits of strength, comfort, and easy access. For more information, call 877.744.9339.

Satelec Mini LED Curing Light
The Satelec Mini LED Curing Light from A-dec is a mini LED that uses a single light emitting diode (LED) light that generates (with optional booster light guide) up to 2,200 mW/cm2 over a wide light spectrum (420 nm to 480 nm), and is one of the only lights able to polymerize almost all types of composite material currently available. The Mini LED's compact design and advanced technology allow for fast installation into A-dec systems. The curing light can be operated remotely using the A-dec 500 deluxe control pad. The durable, anodized aluminum housing is silent, self-cooling, shock resistant, and easy to clean. The Mini LED is equipped with a microprocessor for perfect control of the LED and offers 3 different modes including fast mode, pulse mode, and ramping mode. The one piece glass rod increases the light emission by 30% for fast and powerful curing that is equivalent to plasma light. The autoclaveable light guide is available in universal (7.5 mm) or booster (5.5 mm) sizes. For more information, call 800.547.1883 or visit www.a-dec.com.

LuxaFlow Fluorescence
LuxaFlow Fluorescence is an esthetically superior resin material that builds and fills bis-Acryl provisionals. It is a companion add-on-resin composite specifically designed to be used with Luxatemp Fluorescence, a 2005 Reality Rated 5-Star provisional material. LuxaFlow Fluorescence light cures on demand, allowing greater working time for the clinician. It offers optimum flow characteristics for ease of repairing voids and margins. LuxaFlow Fluorescence is ideal for Class 1 restorations blocking out undercuts, repairing enamel defects, and creating a seal in gingival interfaces, and it can be polished for superior esthetics. LuxaFlow Fluorescence is radiopaque and available in 5 shades, plus opaque to provide precise color matching to the provisional. LuxaFlow Fluorescence has the same great properties of LuxaFlow. The added fluorescence works to enhance the overall esthetics of the provisional made with Luxatemp Fluorescence. Fluorescence reflects light, therefore, provisionals made with Luxatemp Fluorescence and LuxaFlow Fluorescence look more life-like in all lighting conditions, including black lights. LuxaFlow Fluorescence is available in introductory packages consisting of one 1.5-g syringe each in A1, A2, A3.5, and B1, plus syringe tips. Refill packages are also available in these shades, as well as A3 and Opaque. LuxaFlow Fluorescence is manufactured by DMG and distributed exclusively in the United States and Canada by Zenith Dental. For more information, call 800.662.6383 or visit www.zenithdental.com.

New EZ Key
The New EZ Key from Great Lakes Orthodontics, Ltd allows easy insertion of the pin into the activation hole for accurate, predictable advancement. A unique locking mechanism holds the pin in place after activation to prevent back-driving of the screw when the key is removed from the mouth. The EZ Key will ensure that accurate advancement is easy for parents. It will save valuable chairtime for orthodontists and minimize treatment delays for patients. The single patient-use key is lightweight and ergonomically designed. For more information, call 800.828.7626 or visit www.greatlakesortho.com.