Infection Prevention and Control: It doesn’t have to be scary
The term Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) might seem daunting, but it’s a crucial and positive commitment in oral healthcare — not just another burden.
Dental Instruments
From factory floor to your operatory: The untold journey of dental hygiene instruments
As dental hygienists, we are part of a vibrant and essential workforce. There are approximately 33,500 registered dental hygienists in Canada, according to the Federation of Dental Hygiene Regulators of Canada (FDHRC), and over 214,700 dental hygienists in the United States, based on data from the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA, 2024). Each of us … Read more
The Value of an Optimally Sharp Instrument
Manual and Ultrasonic instrumentation techniques and guidelines for treatment have changed over the past few decades according technological advancements and theoretical interpretation for the literature. Technological advancements in the areas of ergonomics, metallurgy and cryogenic processing have led dental manufacturers to develop instruments that lessen the incidence of musculoskeletal disorder, increase patient comfort, and permit … Read more
Hu-Friedy Introduces HuFriedyGroup as the Dental Division of Cantel
Divisional name and purpose align with expanded capabilities around performance, protection, education, and compliance Hu-Friedy, the world leader in dental instrument manufacturing and instrument reprocessing workflows, today introduced HuFriedyGroup as the Dental Division of Cantel. This announcement follows an extensive and ongoing integration period that began in October when Cantel officially completed the acquisition of Hu-Friedy. As … Read more
Hu-Friedy Launches New Streamline® PLUS Ultrasonic Insert
Hu-Friedy, the global leader in dental instrument manufacturing and infection prevention solutions, announced the launch of Streamline® PLUS ultrasonic inserts, the newest addition to the popular Streamline® portfolio of inserts, which includes the original Streamline Classic and Streamline Direct Flow® ultrasonic inserts. Streamline PLUS inserts feature the ergonomic handle design of Hu-Friedy’s top selling Swivel … Read more
The NiTi File Revolution
Nowhere in dentistry is technical progress as rapid as in modern endodontics. The development of flexible nickel-titanium files in the late 1980s created entirely new and hitherto unknown opportunities in the mechanical preparation of root canals. Numerous recent innovations have made endodontics significantly easier. The introduction of nickel-titanium alloy rotary files was a major milestone. … Read more
High-Capacity RapidHeat Tabletop Sterilizer Now Available
After a period of lengthy development, CPAC Equipment, Inc. is pleased to announce the February 2019 rollout of their new RapidHeat™ Pro11 High-Capacity Tabletop Sterilizer. With over 700% (7 times) more capacity than its COX RapidHeat™ predecessor, the Pro11 has the industry’s fastest “complete” cycle turnaround. Unlike steam sterilization there is no FDA required drying … Read more
Creating a Unique Tray Set-up, and the Evolution of Dental Hygiene Instruments
Do you find that each of your instrumentation kits typically contain the same instruments? Are most of your instruments similar to what you were taught in school? I usually start my instrumentation presentations by asking the audience these two questions. More times than not, the majority of the room agrees that their kits are the … Read more
New Hu-Friedy Waterline Filter Helps Dental Practices Deliver Clean Water
Hu-Friedy, the global leader in dental instrument manufacturing and infection prevention solutions, today announced the release of the HU-FRIEDY WATERLINE FILTER, the company’s newest innovation that will help dental practices continuously deliver clean water to patients. “Dental unit waterlines are known as notorious breeding grounds for bacteria, which can form into huge, persistent colonies of sticky … Read more
Brasseler Canada Launches New E-Commerce Experience: Shop.Brasseler.ca
Brasseler Canada, a leading provider of dental instrumentation, launched today a new e-commerce experience: Shop.Brasseler.ca. The all new, mobile-friendly Shop.Brasseler.ca introduces a customer-friendly shopping experience with advanced search features, detailed product information, and an easy-to-navigate interface. “Brasseler Canada’s new e-commerce platform represents yet another step towards the Company’s ‘By Your Side’ commitment by satisfying the … Read more
Brasseler USA® Introduces C-Series Carbide Burs
Brasseler USA®, a leading manufacturer of quality instrumentation, is pleased to expand upon its extensive family of operative carbide burs with its new C-Series Carbides. The latest addition to the classic Peter Brasseler Series, C-Series Carbides, are designed to address the #1 problem clinicians experience while using carbide burs, breakage. “Carbide burs have traditionally been … Read more
ImplantPro® Family Expands with New Titanium Scalers and Curettes
Brasseler USA®, a leading manufacturer of quality instrumentation, is pleased to announce an expansion of its popular ImplantPro® family of products with new ImplantPro® Titanium Scalers and Curettes. The thin, durable tips and ergonomic design of ImplantPro Titanium Scalers and Curettes safely yet effectively remove calculus and biofilm around implants, both supra- and sub- gingivally … Read more
KaVo SMARTmatic: Variety of Handpieces “Made in Germany”
Produced at the headquarters of the company in Germany, the new KaVo SMARTmatic handpiece series affords the legendary KaVo quality at very interesting rates. This gives dentists throughout the world the opportunity of a very attractive entry into the KaVo world of dental instruments with all the benefits of our high quality instruments in daily … Read more
Instruments, Lasers, Hygiene Systems – Innovations for Efficient Workflow
Dentists spend an average of 45 hours a week in the practice. It is thus all the more important that the instruments they use make the treatment process as comfortable as possible and are optimally designed to meet the dentist’s needs. “In the dentist’s daily routine, ergonomics and easy handling play an important role in … Read more
Brasseler USA® Introduces “Winter Restorative Concepts”
Brasseler USA®, a leading manufacturer of quality instrumentation, is pleased to introduce the Winter Restorative Concepts family of diamond burs and refinement instruments. Designed by leading prosthodontist and Master Ceramist Dr. Robert Winter exclusively for Brasseler USA, the Winter Restorative Concepts line provides the most predictable outcomes possible for the widest range of crown, bridge, … Read more
Brasseler USA® Introduces ImplantPro® Titanium Probes
Brasseler USA®, a leading manufacturer of quality instrumentation, is pleased to announce the expansion of its popular ImplantPro® family of products with new ImplantPro® Titanium Probes. A reliable alternative to plastic probes, ImplantPro Titanium Probes are ideal for use on both implants and natural dentition. Designed with a winning combination of innovative design and superior … Read more
American Eagle Instruments Launches Pro Thin™ Line
American Eagle Instruments is proud to announce the Pro Thin line, a new line of periodontal instruments. The line of 7 instruments features thinner blades and lighter handles, which provides the clinician with the best tools for periodontally inclined patients. The line started with the popular M23 Thin scaler, and evolved into a complete set … Read more
Dentsply Sirona’s Top Quality Instruments “Made in Germany”
When it comes to manufacturing instruments at its Bensheim site, from research and development to the final steps of production, Dentsply Sirona relies on the typical German quality factors of thoroughness, reliability and a spirit of invention. These values form the basis for the instruments’ excellent quality, and follow a long tradition in the field … Read more
COLTENE Introduces ALPEN ShapeGuard: High-Performance Polishers
COLTENE presents ALPEN ShapeGuard, a new line of diamond impregnated polishers that are strong in polishing, gentle on surfaces. ShapeGuard’s new spiral wheel design offers flexible lamellas for beautiful results with universal composite and ceramic restorative materials. ShapeGuard polishers are indicated for polishing incisal, labial, buccal, and lingual surfaces. ShapeGuard Composite Plus is a simple … Read more
OptraSculpt and OptraSculpt Pad Make Composite Fillings Simple
OptraSculpt OptraSculpt is an innovative modelling instrument that facilitates working with composite materials. It consists of a high-quality handle and shank as well as specially designed modelling tips in six different shapes. The special working ends are slightly elastic. Furthermore, they reduce the stickiness associated with handling composites, allowing fillings to be shaped more easily. … Read more