Laser system developer Fotona launched the ST Pro LightWalker dental laser at the 2016 Midwinter Meeting in Chicago. The ST Pro, which costs $49,900, is a hard- and soft-tissue laser with many of the features of the LightWalker ATS, the company said. The laser is capable of removing caries without the need for shots and local anesthetic, according to Fotona. It also allows the dentist to perform a number of
Convergent Dental released software upgrades to its Solea dental laser at the Chicago Dental Society’s 2016 Midwinter Meeting. The updates include new 1.25-mm and 0.75-mm coarse cut (XC) spot sizes, according to a press release. The new spot sizes increase cutting speed and precision, the company noted. “This update and the new spot sizes it provides are part of a continuous improvement strategy that we have been delivering on since
The company now known as Dentsply Sirona announced on February 29 that a “merger of equals” had been completed. First announced on September 15, 2015, the merger creates the world’s “largest and most diversified manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies,” according to a company press release. “With our merger complete, Dentsply Sirona can now focus its efforts on empowering dental professionals to provide better, safer, and faster dental care,”
3M has launched a new website to showcase dentist- and lab-submitted case photos of its Lava zirconia restorations for crowns and bridges. Marking the 15th anniversary of the brand, the new website will allow visitors to view, like, and share before and after photos, the company said. “Thousands of skilled clinicians and lab technicians have allowed 3M to offer the benefits of zirconia to patients around the world,” said Jennifer
Cavex has launched its Bite & White ABC Masterkit at-home teeth-whitening system. The system is designed for dental practices to provide whitening services to patients concerned about excessive sensitivity, unnaturally white teeth, or high cost, according to the company. In step A (activation), the user brushes with Cavex Bite & White Stainless, which removes surface stains and plaque and raises the pH of the mouth. In step B (brightening), the
CHIGAGO – The first day of the 2016 Midwinter Meeting was attended by more than 28,000 in total, with new products, full clinical sessions, and special events. View the slideshow below to see some of the highlights from the first day of the 2016 Midwinter Meeting. .slideBox { background-color : #ffcc00; } .slideCaption { font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style:italic; text-align:left; padding:4px; } .photoCredit { font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10px;
Dear DrBicuspid Member, Greetings from Chicago, where the Midwinter Meeting is in full force. Many had difficulties getting to Chicago because of a poorly timed winter storm, but at least on Thursday the weather cooperated, sessions were full, and traffic seemed good on the exhibit floor. I want to again congratulate the winners of our 2015 Dental Excellence Awards. The winners were feted at an event Thursday evening at McCormick
For many people, thinking about dental care equals thinking about spending a lot of money. In many cases, these people can even avoid getting dental work because they don’t have money enough to afford it. This is a serious subject because not treated dental diseases can lead to affectations on your overall health. If you want to have a healthy body, is indispensable that you have a healthy dental care,
CHICAGO – The CAO Group has launched its ClearVue LED operatory bulbs at the 2016 Midwinter Meeting. ClearVue LED technology provides “true color” for shade matching and a “crisp” 25,000 lux light pattern, according to the company. “ClearVue LED lights provide many benefits to the clinician, including no heat, clearer beam pattern, consistent light intensity, and others,” stated Denson Cao, PhD, CEO and founder of CAO. The bulbs come with
CHICAGO – At a reception at the 2016 Chicago Midwinter Meeting, HuangshanDental.com feted the winners of the 2015 Dental Excellence Awards. View the slideshow below to see the recipients of the 2015 Dental Excellence Awards. .slideBox { background-color : #ffcc00; } .slideCaption { font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style:italic; text-align:left; padding:4px; } .photoCredit { font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; text-align:right; padding-left:1px; padding-right:1px; } .photoUrl { visibility: hidden; display:none; } .slideWholeShow
CHICAGO – Sirona has launched its Cerec Zirconia, an all-ceramic substitute for the traditional porcelain fused to metal (PFM), and the Cerec SpeedFire furnace at this week’s 2016 Midwinter Meeting. The products allow dentists to deliver full-contour crowns and small bridges made of full-strength zirconium oxide in a single visit, according to the company. Previously, the steps required to process zirconia limited its application to laboratories. Cerec Zirconia is a
CHICAGO – Microcopy is launching its new NeoBurr 5572 with a blended-neck carbide design at this week’s 2016 Midwinter Meeting. With its single-piece carbide construction, the bur is designed for practitioners who have issues with carbide breakage, according to the company. Added strength is provided by its blended-neck design, which removes weak points in the bur’s neck that might cause breakage, Microcopy noted.
