Breathometer and Philips Are Developing Technology to Improve Oral Health

Eighty million people in the U.S. struggle with bad breath — many of them don’t even know that they do, but the people around them are likely all too aware. Last year at CES, Breathometer teased a connected device called Mint that measures a user’s breath and gives them some tips on how to improve their oral health. At … Read more

SciCan Releases StatClean Ultrasonic Cleaner for Ease in Instrument Processing

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SciCan has set the benchmark for sterilization and instrument reprocessing technology. For more than 20 years, SciCan has been developing and manufacturing highly innovative infection control products that address the need for versatility, flexibility, and efficiency in today’s environments. SciCan is proud to announce the StatClean Ultrasonic Cleaner. StatClean’s 1.6 gallon tank and convenient self … Read more

Futudent Adding The Next Generation to Their Line of Educams

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  Delivering high-quality images and HD video for dental professionals of the digital era, Novocam Medical Innovations, the global leader in video dentistry and imaging solutions, today announced the addition of a next-generation camera to its Futudent lineup – Futudent EduCam. Also announced are the three new stylish color options. The camera is housed within … Read more

3Shape Co-founder in Top 10 Most Influential People in Dental Technology

Inside Dental Technology (IDT) magazine names 3Shape co-founder and CTO, Tais Clausen, one of the ten most influential people in dental technology. Inside Dental Technology made the announcement in its August 2016 issue. IDT states that Clausen joins two other honorees in being “three visionaries who have truly transformed the dental technology landscape. Each has … Read more

Core3daCADemy® Launches Digital Dentistry Certification Program

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Here’s a schedule-friendly way to advance your digital dentistry career! Core3daCADemy®, the educational arm of Core3dcentres®, is pleased to announce the launch of its new Digital Dentistry Certification Webinar Program. Available to registered participants on demand (i.e., to watch on-line at your convenience via personalized password), the Program is organized into “Units” of three one … Read more

BEGO International Youth Boat 2017 Is Now Open For Registration

It’s time again to “set sail and cast off” to the International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne next year. Due to the high demand in recent years, the Bremer dental specialist, BEGO, offers an exciting package deal to young dental technology and dentistry trainees for the fourth time. The package includes a well-priced accommodation, entry … Read more

Digital Dentistry: What Change Could Look Like In Your Lab

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In our last article in Oral Health Labs’ Fall 2015 edition, we looked at how digital dentistry is slowly crossing the adoption cycle chasm. Digital dentistry has been slow in coming, largely because the learning curve for new methods and tools is steep indeed. Given their professional responsibility for patient care, dentists have every reason … Read more

Laser Depigmentation Is The New Dental Technology In Miami

John Paul Gallardo, D.D.S., P.A. and William P. Lamas, D.M.D., M.S. are excited to announce that they now provide a quick, pain-free choice to restore the appearance of healthy gums using a laser depigmentation technique in their Miami dental office. Through this treatment, patients can see a brighter smile and added confidence in as little as … Read more

SciCan’s STATIM G4 is Now Compatible Wirelessly to Eliminate Complications

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SciCan has set the benchmark for sterilization and instrument reprocessing technology. For more than 25 years, SciCan has been developing and manufacturing highly innovative infection control products that address the need for versatility, flexibility, and efficiency in today’s environments. SciCan is proud to announce that the STATIM G4 models now offer wireless capability for connecting … Read more

SciCan Introduces The VistaPure AutoFill

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SciCan has set the benchmark for sterilization and instrument reprocessing technology. For more than 20 years SciCan has been developing and manufacturing highly innovative infection control products that address the need for versatility, flexibility, and efficiency in today’s environments. SciCan, partnering with Vista Research, is proud to announce the VistaPure AutoFill, an efficient, reliable and … Read more

Dentsply Sirona Technology Continues Creating Better Patient Care

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As the global market, leader Dentsply Sirona invests its innovative power in integrated processes that advance patient care in all areas of dentistry – from preventive health promotion and diagnosis to treatment planning and dental care. Based on long-term experience in combining high-end technology and award-winning design INTEGO and TENEO treatment centers provide comprehensive and … Read more

3D Dental Printing Technology In Progress With North Korean Scientists

It’s always a bit difficult to tell what’s going on in North Korea in terms of technology. In June, the Pyongyang Machinery and Technology Exchange displayed a brochure detailing a 3D printer that appeared to be a MakerBot at a trade show. Though not much information was available, it was the first time we had heard anything … Read more

Oral Health Screening Process In The Works For London Drugs

LED Medical Diagnostics Inc. (“LED Medical” or “the Company”), has announced the results of an oral health screening program in conjunction with London Drugs, a Canada-based pharmacy and retailer with 78 stores across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Following a successful pilot oral mucosal screening program in 2015, London Drugs again offered customers the … Read more

Design award for innovative sintering furnace: CEREC SpeedFire from Dentsply Sirona CAD/CAM wins a Red Dot Award

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The CEREC SpeedFire sintering furnace from Dentsply Sirona CAD/CAM has won the coveted Red Dot design award. The award ceremony was held recently in the Aalto Theater in Essen. Zirconium oxide restorations can be sintered in less than 15 minutes using induction technology. The “efficient interplay between the CEREC SpeedFire’s open and closed shape and … Read more

Orascoptic Launches New Adjustable Magnification Loupe

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Orascoptic™, the leader in superior vision solutions for dental and medical professionals introduces EyeZoom™ Mini – a loupe that employs two-step variable magnification technology between 2.5x and 3.5x power. The second loupe launched under the EyeZoom moniker, EyeZoom Mini invites the user to zoom in to view finer details and zoom out for a wider … Read more

Endo Meets 3D: Dentsply Sirona Develops New 3D Endo Software

Dentsply Sirona announces the introduction of another integrated solution to the market: a new 3D imaging software to improve the planning and workflow of endodontic procedures. With the largest research and development platform in the industry, Dentsply Sirona is committed to its mission of empowering dental professionals to provide better, safer, faster dental care. Dentsply … Read more

Nanoparticles Discovered To Work Well At Preventing Tooth Decay And Cavities

The bacteria that live in dental plaque and contribute to tooth decay often resist traditional antimicrobial treatment, as they can “hide” within a sticky biofilm matrix, a glue-like polymer scaffold. A new strategy conceived by University of Pennsylvania researchers took a more sophisticated approach. Instead of simply applying an antibiotic to the teeth, they took … Read more

‘Virtual Dentist Homes’ Prove Beneficial For Students And Seniors In California Study

Bringing “virtual dental homes” to schools, nursing homes and long-term care facilities can keep people healthy — reducing school absenteeism, lessening the need for parents to leave work to care for an ailing child, and helping to prevent suffering for millions of people who have no access to a dentist, a six-year study by University … Read more

New Procedure Requires Less Waiting Time For Dental Implants

Dental surgeons have developed a revolutionary implant procedure using an electrical transmitter to speed up the waiting time before a new tooth can be fitted. Dental implants – a fixed alternative to removable dentures – are fitted in two stages, starting with inserting a screw to hold the tooth in the jawbone. Patients then have … Read more

Air Techniques Shines a New Light on CamX Spectra Caries Detection Aid and Introduces CamX Elara Intraoral Camera

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Air Techniques, Inc., a leading innovator and manufacturer of dental equipment, announces the next generation of CamX Spectra Caries Detection Aid and debuts CamX Elara, a new intraoral camera. CamX Spectra and CamX Elara are dental’s perfect pair. The new CamX family of products from Air Techniques provides invaluable support of dental treatments and enhances … Read more