For Dr. Andy Kusumo, having BioSeal from Essential Dental Systems (EDS) as part of his armamentarium is a no-brainer. “I really love BioSeal, and also it’s very economic,” Dr. Kusumo told me. “Everything seems so expensive today, so why not deliver something that is not only economical but also provides better quality with a better material?” You can watch my interview with Dr. Kusumo below, which includes his discussion of
Dental service organization (DSO) Smile Doctors added six new affiliate practices and one new location in the first quarter of 2025. The expansion occurred before its March 20 acquisition of myOrthos, an orthodontic service network with over 70 locations. Currently, the DSO supports over 550 locations across 36 states.
What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of “laser dentistry”? It’s probably laser whitening or bleaching, isn’t it? That’s when bleach is placed on your teeth and then activated using a laser lamp, leading to a bleaching effect. This may surprise you, but the truth is, there’s a lot more to laser dentistry than just cosmetic whitening. In fact, laser dentistry encompasses any dental operation
Believe it or not, teeth actually do shift over time. Teeth shifting, also known as tooth shifting, is when the tooth or a set of teeth shift position in your jaw, which can cause crowding, wider tooth gaps, and so on. This shift is due to various factors, which include oral habits like clenching or grinding your teeth, tooth loss, aging, and jawbone or hormonal changes. A lot of things
Integrating Artificial Intelligence into modern dentistry isn’t a passing fad. It’s arguably as important as the integration of laser or computer technology into the dentistry world. From the primitive search algorithms of Google to its extensive ability to summarize topics and produce bite-sized information through Grok or ChatGPT, AI has truly come a long way. Once that genie in the bottle has been released, you simply cannot put it back
In this week’s clinical tip, courtesy of CDOCS, Dr. Meena Barsoum returns to help dentists tackle an often-faced issue with dental implants. “So essentially, the long axis of the abutment, where the cement-retained crown will see, so when I have two implants, like what you see on the screen, how do I make sure that both of them are perfectly parallel, whether it’s two adjacent single units or perhaps an
Digital dentistry firm Medit has partnered with dental 3D printing materials provider Graphy to advance digital orthodontics. The collaboration will combine Medit’s intraoral scanning technology with Graphy’s 3D-printed clear aligners to co-develop improved orthodontic solutions, according to the companies. The partnership aims to improve the digital experience for clinicians and patients, with further collaboration plans to come.
Digital dental lab Dandy has named Cong Yu as its new head of engineering. Most recently, Yu served as vice president of engineering at artificial intelligence firm Celonis. Before that, he was a principal scientist at Google Research and an adjunct professor at New York University’s Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences.
Ormco Spark aligner system. Images courtesy of Ormco Corporation. Orthodontic technology manufacturer Ormco has launched Spark retainers and the BiteSync Class II Corrector in the U.S. The retainers are designed to offer improved comfort, durability, and customization for various treatment types, including aligners, bonding, and braces. BiteSync provides a flexible and simplified solution for treating class II malocclusions in both kids and adults, according to the company.
Ormco Corporation has launched its etch-free bonding solution, an adhesive system designed to improve the orthodontic bonding process. Ormco EtchFree bonding. Image courtesy of Ormco Corporation. Unlike the traditional 11-step method, Ormco EtchFree uses nine steps. Additionally, the system is designed to work well in both wet and dry conditions, reduce debonds from moisture, and help protect tooth enamel, according to Ormco.
DrBicuspid’s Editor-in-Chief Kevin Henry interviewed Dr. Anjali Rajpal, a cosmetic dentist and CEO of Beverly Hills Dental Arts in Beverly Hills, CA. They discussed the unique patient experience Dr. Rajpal has created in her practice, her philosophy on smile design, advancements in teeth whitening, and current trends in cosmetic dentistry. Rajpal emphasizes the importance of preserving natural tooth structure and enhancing patients’ natural beauty while navigating the pressures of social
Dr. Troy Schmedding. In restorative dentistry, preserving natural structure and ensuring long-term function are central to achieving successful outcomes. This clinical case presents a conservative direct restoration of a class V lesion on a maxillary anterior tooth using Clearfil Majesty ES Flow and Clearfil Universal Bond Quick 2 (Kuraray Noritake Dental). The approach prioritized patient comfort, aesthetics, and efficiency while using materials with excellent handling and physical properties. Case presentation
