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Lava Ceram Zirconia Overlay Porcelain
Further enhancing its Lava Crowns and Bridges offering, 3M ESPE introduces the latest product advancement designed to meet the high standards of today's dental technicians—Lava Ceram Zirconia Overlay Porcelain. This optimized porcelain makes it easier for dental technicians to achieve phenomenal esthetics using a simple technique. Lava Ceram is available in kits designed to fit the way dental technicians work, including the Popular Set—for those looking for the basic porcelain shades; the Performer Set—featuring all 23 new effect porcelains; and the Pop Art Set—for high-end esthetics. Lava Ceram was designed for the Lava Crowns and Bridges system and provides proven bond strength to Lava Copings. When used in combination, a Lava Substructure veneered with Lava Ceram is a true Lava restoration—a highly esthetic restoration that delivers the natural-looking, long-lasting results that patients require.
For more information, call 800.344.9170 or visit www.3mespe.com/lava

 
Kodak CR 7400 Digital Radiography System
Kodak Dental System has introduced the Kodak CR 7400 digital radiography system. Based on phosphor storage plate (PSP) technology, the flexible Kodak CR 7400 delivers a full range of intraoral and extra­oral image digitally, eliminating the need for traditional film processing. Using existing positioners and techniques, the system offers a full range of sizes (0 to 4) for intraoral diagnostic examinations. In addition, the system easily converts existing film-based panoramic and/or cephalometric systems to digital for extraoral imaging needs. The CR 7400 is fully integrated with Kodak imaging software for image processing and on-screen display. The system can enhance patient education, improve referral communications, and streamline practice workflow. The CR 7400 is ideal for practitioners who already use one of Kodak's other digital systems or who wish to add additional Kodak digital imaging components in the future.
For more information, call 800.944.6365 or visit www.kodak.com/dental
 
Isolite i2
Isolite Systems has introduced the next generation of dry-field illuminator—the Isolite i2. The Isolite i2 features new LED technology, which provides ultrabright light, ex­tremely long life, and a sleeker presence in the dental operatory. The LED innovation is made possible by Isolite Systems' proprietary cooling technology. This engineering advance means that extraneous light boxes and fiber-optic cables are no longer necessary, thereby freeing up space in the dental operatory. The strong, super-lightweight Isolite titanium control head weighs only 2.5 oz and can be easily moved and used by dentists, dental assistants, and hygienists. As with the original Isolite, simultaneous isolation of upper and lower quadrants is easy, swift, and incredibly comfortable for the patient. Dual fingertip controls allow for infinite adjustment of maxillary and mandibular vacuum strength—especially in patients with tooth sensitivity.
For more information, call 805.560.9888 or visit www.isolitesystems.com
 
SIROLaser from Sirona Sirona
Dental Systems has introduced the SIROLaser in the United States. The SIROLaser diode laser caters to a broad spectrum of applications in endodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery. It is compact, easy to use, and offers outstanding value for the money. Thanks to its compact dimension (7.5 in ¥ 3.4 in ¥ 2.1 in) and low weight (less than 1 lb), the SIROLaser can be placed directly on the dentist element and easily integrated into treatment workflow. The SIROLaser operates at a wavelength of 980 nanometers and has a power output ranging from 0.05 watts to 7 watts. The easy-to-use menu makes it very simple to set the treatment parameters. The SIROLaser is the ideal addition for conventional root canal treatment.
For more information, call 800.659.5977 or visit www.sirona.com
 
A-dec's Radius on A-dec 511 Combination
A-dec has introduced the Radius/A-dec 511 package combining the A-dec 511 chair with the Radius handpiece delivery system. The result is an advanced chair designed for access and comfort, surrounded by a full selection of delivery and support choices, along with several excellent integrated options. Using proven technology for superior reli­ability, the simple and innovative Radius arm-mounted system offers a choice of Traditional or Continental delivery systems, and rotates around the front of the streamlined A-dec 511 chair to maximize flexibility for both right- and left-handed operators. Off the back of the chair, the support options are also delivered from a rotating arm system, and include choices such as cuspidor, assistant's arm with instrumentation, monitor mount, and dental light. All systems come prewired to support integrated ancillary devices, such as an intraoral camera, electric micromotor, and ultrasonic scaler.
For more information, call 800.547.1883 or visit www.a-dec.com
 
Centrix's LubeCube
Centrix, Inc has introduced the Lube­Cube, a disposable composite sculpting aid that cleans, conditions, and lubricates composite instruments with one simple motion. The LubeCube is designed to make sculpting composites faster and easier with less pull-back, allowing for smoother and less porous surfaces. A self-adhesive back allows the LubeCube to be securely placed on any surface, and each swipe through the slit on the top microcoats the instrument with an unfilled, light-activated, Bis-GMA/UDMA resin monomer. The LubeCube allows the dentist to shape composites with ease and is compatible with all light-activated and dual-cure composites.
For more information, call 203.929.5582 or visit www.centrixdental.com
 
New Zeon Micro LumenArc
Orascoptic has introduced the Zeon Micro Lumen­Arc "High De­f­inition" light system. It now has a new lightweight headlamp and fiber-optic cable. This system consists of Orascoptic's Zeon LumenArc light source and a new microcable that weighs 0.3 oz and contains a small 0.75-in ¥ 0.5-in bezel. The microcable is approximately half the size and weight of Orascoptic's regular cable, and provides up to 3,500 foot-candles of power. This new light system is now combined with an Orascoptic high-definition loupe—HiRes or HiRes Plus—for maximum visual acuity and depth of field.
For more information, call 800.369.3698 or visit www.orascoptic.com
 
Bisco's 9.5% Buffered Hydrofluoric Acid Gel
Bisco Dental Products has introduced 9.5% Porcelain Etchant, a buffered hydrofluoric acid gel. It saves time and improves the adhesive bond to porcelain, increasing the surface area of porcelain with an effect similar to sandblasting but producing more controlled and effective results. Bisco's 9.5% Porcelain Etchant will microscopically roughen porcelain and glass surfaces. Bisco's Porcelain Etchant is now available in two concentrations: 9.5% (to reduce etching time) and 4% (for more traditional use). Either product can be used to etch porcelain veneers, crowns, inlays, and onlays before cementation, or for the repair of porcelain restorations. Bisco's 9.5% Porcelain Etchant is sold with Bisco's Barrier Gel, which is used where etching is not desired. Both products are also sold in individual 5-g syringes.
For more information, call 800.27.3368 or visit www.bisco.com
 
MetaTray
MetaTray from Remedent, Inc is a unique professional tooth-whitening method that combines all five of the universally accepted techniques of whitening into a single, easy-to-use, take-home system. By combining light and patented heat technology, MetaTray delivers superior results in a dramatically shortened treatment time as compared to many other take-home systems. MetaTray does not require custom-made trays, thereby eliminating chairtime, impressions, and tray fabrication. The unique soft-foam strips contain premeasured doses of whitening gel, thus preventing the patient from swallowing excess hydrogen peroxide. For the dental professional, MetaTray results in satisfied patients, which equates to patient retention and improved practice profitability. MetaTray is a professional, cost-effective tooth-whitening system that combines the best features of both in-office power bleaching and traditional take-home systems that the patient can safely and conveniently use anywhere, anytime.
For more information, call 800.775.6634 or visit www.metatray.com
 
New Zirconia Esthetic Abutment Concept
Nobel Biocare has introduced a new concept for restorative implant dentistry—the Procera Esthetic Abutment Selection Kit. This unique concept offers individual predetermined abutment designs in zirconia that optimize biocompatibility and soft tissue response, while virtually eliminating the need for a fixture level impression. The abutments come in a variety of predetermined sizes and shapes derived from analyses of thousands of clinical cases. The kit offers a variety of premade zirconia abutments, allowing the dentist to choose the one that best matches the patient's tissue contours. The Procera Esthetic Abutments are extremely flexible, allowing a surgeon or restorative dentist the freedom to modify the abutment and prepare the crown outside of a patient's mouth. Procera Esthetic Abutments offer same-day placement and temporization, resulting in less chairtime and happier patients. The Procera Esthetic Abutment Selection Kit is simple to use and provides for easy inventory control while also requiring minimal storage space. The kit provides a tool to hold the abutment for prepping extraorally. The kit is uniquely designed to enable a clinician to mix and match narrow, regular, and wide platforms for either the Bränemark System or the NobelReplace implant system with straight or angled abutments, and high or low margins for the anterior and posterior portions of the mouth.
For more information, call 800.322.5001 or visit www.nobelbiocare.com
 
Colgate Visible White Professional Whitening System
Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals, Inc announces the introduction of the new Colgate Visible White Professional Whitening System, providing visibly whiter teeth in 3 days with only 30 minutes of wear time per day. The system is clinically proven to deliver fast, safe, and effective whitening results while removing both surface and embedded teeth stains. It is scientifically formulated to prevent dehydration of the teeth and it has a neutral pH for safe whitening. Colgate Visible White is formulated with potassium nitrate and fluoride and is available in 5%, 7%, and 9% hydrogen peroxide (comparable to 17%, 23%, and 30% carbamide peroxide, respectively). Each formulation is available in mint or melon flavors. The full kit provides patients with a sleek, portable, reusable white carrying case, allowing them to make use of the kit long after the treatment is done.Orders can be placed via Colgate's exclusive distributor, Sullivan-Schein, at 800.372.4346 or visit www.sullivanschein.com
 
BluTab: Waterline Maintenance Tablets
BluTab is simple to use and is effective at maintaining clean dental-unit waterlines. BluTab is specially formulated to be continuously present in your water lines and it helps keep lines clean. An effervescing tablet is added to a self-contained water bottle each time it is refilled. BluTab provides effective waterline maintenance and takes only seconds per day. During periods when dental equipment is not used, BluTab stays in your waterlines to maintain your water systems for up to 4 weeks. Purging of waterlines at the end of the workday is not necessary. BluTab is tasteless, odorless, and has no effect on bonding. One tablet treats 700 mL to 750 mL of water.
For more information, call 800.819.3336.
 
Buffalo Dental Autoclavable Spatula and Knives
Buffalo Dental is pleased to announce the addition of the No. 11A autoclavable spatula for dental offices and laboratories. The 11A features a comfortable and durable white resin handle permanently molded to the highly popular original size 11 stainless-steel spatula blade. The tough and versatile new instrument provides exceptional performance and improved tolerance to repeated autoclaving. The 6A and 7A autoclavable knives feature durable white resin handles permanently molded to high-quality stainless-steel blades with ultra sharp cutting edges. They provide outstanding cutting performance and reliability in situations involving frequent autoclave processing.
For more information, call 800.828.0203.
 
Free CD Featuring Linda Miles
CareCredit is offering free to practices a new educational audio CD titled, "12 Necessities of an Exceptional Practice," featuring Linda Miles, CSP, CMC. Linda is the CEO of Linda L. Miles and Associates and founder of SCN, the Speaking-Consulting Net­work. In this informative and entertaining audio program, you will learn the "necessities" Linda has identified that are common to all exceptional practices, including attitude, leadership, clinical skills, technology, and case acceptance. Drawing on her extensive in-practice experience, Linda discusses each of these necessities and how they affect the three areas impacting practice success: the patient experience, case acceptance, and operational excellence. Miles also provides insight into integrating these necessities into your practice, resulting in exceptional performance.
For more information, call 800.300.3046 ext. 4519 (if you are new to CareCredit) or 800.859.9975 (if you are already enrolled) or visit www.carecredit.com
 
Soleil Temporary Light-Curing Inlay Material
Zenith Dental introduces Soleil, a new light-curing temporary inlay material from DMG. Soleil was formulated to provide optimal elasticity and hardness. It has a shore D hardness greater than 40. It can easily be sculpted in the mouth, and its unique chemistry will not stick to instruments. Soleil is a light-curing composite without methyl methacrylate, peroxides, or eugenol. It offers good dimension and color stability and is easily removed in one piece. Soleil does not require the use of cement and light-cures in seconds. It has a curing depth of 7 mm and can be applied in thick layers. The addition of fluoride helps to prevent secondary caries.
For more information, call 800.662.6383 or visit www.zenithdental.com
 
Twinbrush
Twinbrush and Twinbrush Power are the newest brushes for proper oral hygiene. The original concept: to create a toothbrush that any man, woman, or child can use to clean their teeth and gums more effectively and in less time with the least amount of training or dexterity. The manual Twinbrush has design features that make it easier and more effective to use. The contoured handle improves grip and provides more stability. The inset head allows the user to reach the back teeth with ease. The Twinbrush Power possesses all the benefits of the manual design plus a patented massaging action that the user has to feel to believe. The Twinbrush Power comes with a battery-operated handle (2 AA batteries included).
For more information, call 800.437.7911 or visit www.twinbrush.co
 
DentalMAX Film Processor
The TG Group has introduced the Dental­MAX Film Processor. The DentalMAX professional- grade table-top processor was designed by Hope Technology to deliver high output in a compact space. The DentalMAX Film Processor handles all dental film, sizes "O" through 8 in ¥ 10 in and panoramic 6 in ¥ 12 in. Processing throughput potential is 3,000 No. 2 films (or 99 8 in ¥ 10 in films) per hour in a footprint of just 18 in ¥ 32 in. The quiet, powerful, low-energy dryer easily dries film under any condition. A dual-replenishment system allows the user to choose to replenish automatically or manually by push-button backup. Separate drains provide for quick draining of solutions and easy use of silver recovery systems. With the optional closed-loop system, no external plumbing is required. The automatic energy and water saving standby system has a built-in jog feature that allows manual operation backup.
For more information, call 800.388.6236.
 
Instafresh Hand Sanitizer
Sultan Healthcare announces the launch of Instafresh Instant Hand Sanitizer and the Touch-Less Sanitizer Dispenser. Available directly through Sultan's global network of distribution partners, Instafresh Instant Hand Sanitizer was designed to decontaminate and refresh hands quickly without the use of water in a hygienic, no-touch dispenser. Instafresh is a 70% ethanol formulation that complies with Centers for Disease Control Hand Hygiene Recommendations. It provides 99.9% effectiveness in 30 seconds against pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella choleraesuis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, herpes simplex type 1, influenza A, and HIV-1 (AIDS virus). The no-touch design of the Touch-Less Sanitizer Dispenser helps reduce the risk of cross-contamination that can occur with pump-type dispensers. It does not require costly refill containers; just conveniently pour and fill from Instafresh Refill bottles.
For more information, call 800.637.8582 or visit www.sultanhealthcare.com
 
Premier Enamel Pro Prophy Paste
Premier Dental Products Company introduces Enamel Pro, the only prophy paste with ACP (amorphous calcium phosphate). Enamel Pro creates ACP when it contacts the patient's teeth and saliva. As ACP forms it is incorporated within the enamel surface, where it remains after rinsing. The available ACP helps prevent future damage by stimulating remineralization of the tooth enamel. ACP fills in surface enamel crevices for an intense polish and shine. Scientific data supports that Enamel Pro actually gives greater luster for whiter, brighter teeth. Available in multiple grits and four pleasing flavors: mint, grape, strawberry, and cinnamon. Each box of Enamel Pro contains 200 single-dose cups, packaged in a resealable foil bag, and two Comfy-Grip prophy grips to conveniently hold the individual prophy cups.
For more information, call 888.670.6100 or visit www.premusa.com
 
Solnit Grab Free HVE Device
Preat Corporation announces the new, different, and better Solnit Grab Free HVE Device. The unique nozzle and tip design eliminates embarrassing and uncomfortable grabbing or sucking up of the tongue, cheek, or lips. The system also eliminates "suck back," or backflow of debris. The system acts as a cheek retractor to improve operator vision and also captures handpiece spray. The system is quieter than conventional HVE tips.
For more information, call 800.232.7732 or email info@preat.com
 
Better Service, Better Dentistry, Better Income
Here is a short book with a simple message that will empower your staff to achieve their goals. Dr. Ron Schefdore has proven that these ideas work in hundreds of offices, including his own practice, and you can prove it in your business too. The book, Better Service, Better Dentistry, Better Income: A Simple Plan to Build a More Profitable and Enjoyable Dental Practice, is designed to bring the joy back into dentistry. Sold through the American Dental Association, rave reviews were given to this short, yet powerful book by many dental leaders. This book is great for the entire staff to read and discuss at staff meetings. The book costs $37 including shipping.
For more information, call 800.910.5523
 
Whole Building Disinfection Bypass System
O-SO PURE has made improvements on the Whole Building Disinfection Bypass System. This system is designed with a 0.75-in single handle bypass, 24 VAC automatic shutoff valve, step-down transformer, and a water tap for any auxiliary equipment. As options for this system, an audible UV Lamp out alarm and a remote UV lamp indicator can be added. Should you require a larger-size bypass system, contact O-SO PURE factory for more information. The programmable timers are preset for three flushes; in some instances, the frequency of the flushes can vary depending on water quality. This system uses filtration to reduce sediments, chemicals, cysts, followed by the UV to prevent biofilm and meet American Dental Association requirements. Annual maintenance is required.
For more information, call 866.485.1805 or visit www.osopuredental.com
 

Dental Infection Control
Educators’ and Trainers’ Toolkit, a CD-ROM–based resource containing
easy-to-use materials and instructions for
creating and delivering
effective programs and presentations. The OSAP Dental Infection
Control Educators’ and Trainers’ Toolkit is designed to aid
in the development and delivery of successful, high-impact infection
control and safety training programs and presentations. It addresses
everything from program creation and promotion to delivery and audience evaluation, and includes easy-to-follow templates and checklists. This unique toolkit provides practical, how-to information to help increase the effectiveness of infection control education in a variety of settings. It is useful for veteran presenters and educators as well as those who are delivering training programs or “going to the podium” for the first time. For more
information, call 800.298.6727 or visit www.OSAP.org.


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