Canadian Dentists Set Record Highs in Use of Social Media and Practice Computerization

Canadian dentists continue to increase their use of social media to promote their dental practices, according to results from the DIAC (Dental Industry Association of Canada) Twentieth Annual Future of Dentistry Survey. Over 50% of respondents now actively employ social media as a promotional tool, an all-time high and progressively trending upward from 33% in … Read more

Christof Bissdorf Appointed as Vice President and General Manager, Dentsply Sirona Canada

A new manager has been appointed for the Canadian location of the dental market leader following the merger of DENTSPLY and Sirona in February 2016: Christof Bissdorf brings with him a wealth of experience in the dental sector. Dentsply Sirona Canada has appointed Christof Bissdorf as Vice President and General Manager, effective September/October 2016. In … Read more

Brasseler USA® Honored with 2016 Manufacturer’s Safety Award from Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce

Brasseler USA®, a leading manufacturer of innovative, quality dental instrumentation, was recently honored with the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2016 Manufacturer’s Safety Award at its annual Business Expo & Awards Banquet held at the Hilton Savannah DeSoto on Thursday, June 16. Each year, the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce honors businesses and individuals that … Read more

Dentsply Sirona Acquires MIS Implants

Dentsply Sirona announced a definitive agreement to acquire all of the outstanding shares of privately held MIS Implants Technologies Ltd., Barlev (Israel), a dental implant systems manufacturer headquartered in northern Israel. “MIS is uniquely positioned to address the value segment of the implant market in both its home region and around the globe. It is … Read more

Henry Schein Acquires Custom Automated Prosthetics

The Addition of Custom Automated Prosthetics to Zahn Dental Strengthens Henry Schein’s Commitment to Digital Solutions for U.S. Dental Laboratories Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), the world’s largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners, announced today that its laboratory supply business, Zahn Dental, acquired Custom Automated … Read more

Dentsply Sirona Announces Launch of the SIROWORLD App

The ultimate app for the ultimate dental meeting- which provides details on the event agenda, speaker profiles, a trade show map and more- is now available for Apple and Android devices Dentsply Sirona, The Dental Solutions Company™, launched a mobile app for the upcoming SIROWORLD: The Ultimate Dental Meeting Aug. 11-13, 2016, in Orlando, Florida. … Read more

Tobacco smoke makes germs more resilient

UofL dental researcher explores microbiological mechanisms as World Health Organization urges for a day of abstinence from tobacco use The mouth is one of the dirtiest parts of the body, home to millions of germs. But puffing cigarettes can increase the likelihood that certain bacteria like Porphyromonas gingivalis will not only set up camp but will … Read more

The Aurum Group® Has Joined The DSD Community

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Capturing the Emotional Side of Digital Dentistry with Dr. Christian Coachman! The Aurum Group® is thrilled to announce our partnership with Dr. Christian Coachman, the original mastermind behind the Digital Smile Design (DSD) concept, and DSD as an Official DSD Certified Laboratory. The Digital Smile Design Concept (DSD) (www.digitalsmiledesign.com) assists in making this a reality … Read more

Henry Schein’s ConnectDental Breakfast

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At the recent ODA ASM, Henry Schein hosted a Media Event Breakfast to showcase “Connect Dental”, their platform of trusted Digital Solutions. As noted by key members of the Henry Schein Management team, including President, Cy Elborne, VP Sales, Paul Juhos and VP Marketing, Brian Allen rapidly changing technology is dramatically transforming dentistry and it’s … Read more

Will You Help Us?

After 30 years in the Dental Community, as a Dental Speaker lecturing in North America and internationally, I retired in 2015. Following my wonderful career, I wanted to give back and volunteer with women. Good Shepherd offered me the opportunity to donate my time and energy to its Women’s Services program. I didn’t realize how many women need … Read more

AACD 2016 APEX Scholarship Award Winners Attend Annual Scientific Session

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry is thrilled to have awarded the 2016 APEX Scholarship to eleven promising dental students. The APEX Scholarship provided these students with the opportunity to join other dental professionals at the Annual AACD Scientific Session by covering the cost of their tuition, airfare, lodging, and AACD membership for a year. … Read more

IDS 2017: Excellent number of registrations after the official application deadline

Already more than 1,400 exhibitors from 50 countries have registered – all signs speak for a new record participation Every two years, IDS – the International Dental Show – in Cologne is the top event for the international dental market and in eleven months it is time once again: The entire global dental market will … Read more

Dental Hygienists Support Proposed Ban on Menthol Cigarettes

The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) applauds the federal government for its proposed ban on menthol cigarettes, blunt wraps, and most cigars. Announced on April 30 in the Canada Gazette, Part I, this amendment to the Tobacco Act is open to review and comments from interested parties for a 30-day consultation period. “Flavoured tobacco products … Read more

SIROWORLD 2016: Dentsply Sirona Releases List of Periodontic/Hygiene Speakers

Clinical speakers and agenda for the Periodontic/Hygiene track confirmed for the largest educational festival in digital dentistry Dentsply Sirona, The Dental Solutions Company™, confirms list of Periodontic/Hygiene specialists speaking during new breakout track at SIROWORLD in Orlando, Florida.  Hosted at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort from Aug. 11-13, SIROWORLD is a three-day educational festival where … Read more

Oral Cancer Awareness Survey Shows Lack of Awareness, Greater Need for Education & Screening

A recent national consumer survey revealed that among U.S. adults, the majority knows very little or nothing at all about oral cancer (58 percent) and only 37 percent reported being screened for oral cancer at their last dental check-up, according to a survey released today by Vigilant Biosciences, Inc., a leading innovator and developer of solutions … Read more

Henry Schein ‘Graduates’ 17 Dental Practice Owners Following Completion Of The Company’s First Business Institute

Practitioners Looking to Grow their Business and Enhance Management Skills Received Interactive Business Acumen Training With Program Partner Simulation Studio MELVILLE, N.Y., Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSIC), the world’s largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners, recently ‘graduated’ the first class of its Henry Schein Dental … Read more

Henry Schein Sponsors 10th Annual Senior Dental Leaders Programme In London

Conference Forges Global Network of Senior Oral Health Leaders to Advance the Mission of a Cavity-Free World for Children MELVILLE, N.Y., Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSIC), the world’s largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners, is sponsoring the 10th annual Senior Dental Leaders Programme, an international … Read more

American Eagle Instruments wins the Pennwell RDH Reader’s Choice “Game Changer Award”

Missoula, Mont., American Eagle Instruments, Inc. (AEI) recently received the Pennwell RDH Reader’s Choice “Game Changer Award.” This award is presented by RDH Magazine and is tabulated based on clinician votes. The “Game Changer Award” is defined as any product or service in the dental market that clinicians feel is making the biggest impact in their … Read more

Oral Health Group presents “Canada Rocks” event during AACD Toronto April 29th, 2016

Oral Health Group is proud to invite you to “Canada Rocks” a dental party that is being held in Toronto on Friday, April 29th. Come and party with us at Lee’s Palace in downtown Toronto, on Friday, April 29th from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. Live performances by Dr. Elliot Mechanic and the Surf Sisters, with … Read more

Antidepressants linked to tooth implant failure, new study finds

Side effects of antidepressants, the second most prescribed drug in America, weaken bone growth, a crucial factor for implant success BUFFALO, N.Y. – Antidepressants, commonly used to treat anxiety, pain and other disorders, may play a role in dental implant failure, according to a new pilot study by University at Buffalo researchers. The research found … Read more