SmileDirectClub was one of the worst-performing IPOs of 2019. But the stock surged Monday after the company announced an exclusive deal with Walmart. Shares of SmileDirectClub (SDC), which makes clear plastic teeth aligners, surged more than 25% on the news that it will offer a line of oral care products to consumers. They include an … Read more
Canadian Dental Association has not approved any oral-based products containing activated charcoal. While photos of charcoal-stained smiles are taking social media by storm, dental professionals are warning that the products could be hurting more than they are helping. “There’s been no research done on [how these products could affect] oral health at all,” said registered … Read more
Disclaimer: I have no affiliation with any companies mentioned in this article, all products are used as illustrative examples. Sleek, pretty and efficient are not the typical terms that come to mind for the average person when thinking of dental products. In the past couple years, however, more and more dental products have been emphasizing … Read more
Stocked on the shelves of Western New York pharmacies is a bottle of dry mouth spray Lubricity, a product developed and manufactured locally by You First Services, Inc. with the support of the University at Buffalo Center for Dental Studies. Through the partnership, the UB Center for Dental Studies verified the effectiveness of Lubricity through … Read more
Ryan Good discusses and demonstrates the new Composi-Tight 3D Fusion sectional matrix system from Garrison Dental Solutions.
Structo, a dental 3D printing solutions provider and uLab Systems, creator of innovative in-office orthodontic treatment planning software, announced a strategic partnership to deliver more tailored in-office orthodontic solutions to clinicians at the AAO 2019 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles. The two companies which are heavily focused on orthodontics will collaborate closely to deliver various … Read more
Spread over two booths with a total of more than 2,000 square meters, Dentsply Sirona made a spectacular impression at the IDS 2019. Bringing to life the motto “Inspired by your needs,” the world’s largest manufacturer of dental products and technologies presented innovations that are set to have a sustained impact on dentistry. The products … Read more
Nexa3D, the maker of ultra-fast stereolithography production-grade 3D printers, in collaboration with BEGO, a leading dental materials provider, unveiled today at IDS 2019 the Varseo XL, the most productive and economical dental lab 3D printer on the market. Marketed under the BEGO brand, the Varseo XL has the capacity to print at up to 6X … Read more
For more than 25 years, SciCan has been developing and manufacturing highly innovative infection control products that address the need for speed, flexibility, and efficiency in today’s environments. SciCan is proud to announce the release of the STATCLAVE G4 Chamber Autoclave. With the reliability you’ve come to expect from your trusted STATIM, the STATCLAVE G4 … Read more
Henry Schein Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced its lineup of new solutions, exclusive product offerings and special events at the 2019 Chicago Midwinter (CMW) dental meeting, taking place February 21 to 23, 2019. Visitors to the meeting will have the opportunity to learn about Henry Schein’s efforts to help oral health professionals navigate the world … Read more
BING Innovations, makers of the revolutionary DentalVibe® Injection Comfort System, are proud to announce an all-new, tiered pricing structure for their DentalVibe products. Under the new price plan, completely pain-free dental injections are now more affordable than ever. Dentists can take away the pain and fear of dental injections, now for the low cost of … Read more
GC America Inc. introduces brand new shades for GC Initial® LiSi Press LT. A revolutionary new pressable ceramic, it combines unparalleled strength and amazing aesthetics. GC Initial® LiSi Press is suitable for ultra-thin veneers as well as single tooth restorations and small bridges, in both the anterior and posterior and on implants. Perfect for even … Read more
What was considered an absolute sensation more than 30 years ago is almost taken for granted today. In terms of quality, digital intraoral impressions are in no way inferior to conventional methods[1], and therefore, are becoming a reliable alternative for taking impressions of both individual teeth and the entire jaw for more and more dentists. … Read more
Oral Science is proud to continue offering dental professionals effective and innovative home-care solutions for caries management by launching X-PUR CariØ, a 25% Xylitol formulation toothpaste scientifically proven to reduce cariogenic bacteria. Since the 50’s, fluoride is the most widely used therapeutic agent in toothpaste. For adults and children highly infected by cariogenic bacteria (100,000 … Read more
Grandio disc is VOCO’s 86% filled Nano-ceramic Hybrid CAD/CAM Disc indicated for crowns, inlays/onlays, veneers, and implant supported crowns. Based on the same Nano-ceramic Hybrid CAD/CAM technology as VOCO’s Grandio blocs, Grandio discs offer the same combination of optimal tooth-like physical properties, category-leading compressive strength, extremely low water absorption, and natural esthetics with enhanced color … Read more
Garrison’s newly devised FitStrip™ Interproximal Finishing and Contouring System has been expanded to include a comprehensive interproximal reduction kit. The new IPR kit provides clinicians with all the diamond abrasive strips and gauges necessary to quickly and accurately prepare teeth and measure interproximal space for advanced aligner treatment. This complete kit includes ten diamond coated … Read more
Colgate® is excited to introduce the Next Generation of Colgate Total®. New Colgate Total®SF contains a new Stannous Fluoride formula stabilized with Zinc Phosphate that fights plaque-causing bacteria on 100% of mouth surfaces*1 including teeth, tongue, cheeks, and gums, providing the ideal preventive solution for whole mouth health. Colgate Total®SF effectively fights harmful bacteria while … Read more
Geistlich, the leading provider of biomaterials, has expanded their collection of matrices. Introducing Geistlich Fibro-Gide®: the porcine, porous, resorbable and volume-stable collagen matrix, specifically designed for soft-tissue regeneration! This new matrix serves as THE alternative to autogenous connective tissue grafts, which are considered the gold standard in regenerative soft-tissue procedures. Better yet, with Geistlich Fibro-Gide® … Read more
Oral Science is happy to answer the growing demand by patients for activated carbon toothpaste by launching in Canada the new Curaprox Black is White toothpaste, which uses non-abrasive Swiss activated carbon to whiten teeth safely without leaving a grey tint to the teeth or creating abrasive loose charcoal particles. Activated carbon must not be … Read more
Sidexis 4 is more than just an imaging software. It has many functions that make producing, processing and archiving images easier, faster and safer. It has won many awards for user friendliness and design. Sidexis 4 also stands out due to its networking capability. Integration of the local practice management program Sidexis 4 controls, connects … Read more