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DDS GP Patient Education Application

DDS GP Patient Education Application

KickYourApps, Inc

This patient education app is easy for the dentist to use and the patient to understand.

Dr. Bob Marcus developed the DDS GP patient education application for iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch in reaction to his frustration with his current attempts at patient education. He found he had little control over video presentations and most other forms of patient education were too static or hard for the patient to understand. Working with developers, Dr. Marcus created an education tool that patients can hold in their hands, is customizable, and easy to understand and use.

CEREC 3.8 Powered by Biogeneric Digital Impression System

CEREC 3.8 Powered by Biogeneric Digital Impression System

Sirona Dental Systems, LLC

With a single click, CEREC Biogeneric generates patient-specific occlusal surfaces.

Developed by Sirona Dental Systems, CEREC Biogeneric is the first restoration method that metrically analyzes the patient’s individual dentition status as the basis for computing the occlusal morphology. With CEREC Biogeneric, the clinician can create crowns, veneers, inlays and onlays, as well as anatomically sized bridges with up to 4 units in 1 click.

Orascoptic HiRes Loupes

High-Resolution Loupes

Orascoptic’s HiRes dental loupes provide customized, high-resolution optics.

HiRes dental loupes from Orascoptic are designed to deliver superior, high-resolution optics and to provide an exceptionally wide and deep viewing field in a comfortable, lightweight, and compact system.

CEREC AC

CAD/CAM System

CEREC AC is the first CAD/CAM system to enable both chairside milling and laboratory-generated restorations—both with unprecedented accuracy and speed.

In January of 2009, Sirona introduced its CEREC AC (acquisition center), the next evolution in CAD/CAM dentistry. Designed for unprecedented precision, visibility, speed, and versatility with full-range capability, CEREC AC is the first system to enable both chairside restoration milling and transmission of digital impressions to the laboratory.

Crestal Approach Sinus KIT

Crestal Approach Sinus KIT

HIOSSEN Inc

Hiossen’s Crestal Approach Sinus KIT (CAS-KIT) is specifi cally designed to easily and safely lift the membrane in the maxillary sinus from a crestal approach.

The chief component of HIOSSEN’s CASKIT is the CAS-Drill, which features a unique design to enhance the convenience and safety of maxillary sinus surgery. The atraumatic design of the drill tip allows the user to perform sinus surgery even if the sinus floor is flat, incline, or septum. It offers precise cutting, with a fl exible cutting speed, and the CASDrill tip forms a conical bone chip when drilling, which assists with safely lifting the membrane. The drill is designed with 4 blades that reduce defl ecting off of the bone, and the straight sides dampen vibrations. In addition, bone particles generated while drilling discharge upwards, producing a “Membrane Auto-Lift function,” according to HIOSSEN.

Precision Local Anesthetic Buffering System

Precision Local Anesthetic Buffering System

Onpharma Inc

The Onpharma system buffers anesthetic cartridges toward physiologic pH before injection resulting in faster onset and a more comfortable and profound injection

Injecting pH-buffered lidocaine with epinephrine is more comfortable than injecting traditional non-buffered lidocaine with epinephrine, according to 17 peer-reviewed published studies.1-17

MyPerioPath

MyPerioPath Salivary Diagnostic Test

OralDNA Labs

MyPerioPath provides DNA-PCR assessment of periodontal disease bacteria via simple salivary testing.

OralDNA Labs’ MyPerioPath is a simple, chairside salivary test that detects the presence and quantity of specific bacteria associated with periodontal disease. Based on DNA polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing, the molecular test enables early and accurate1 diagnosis and provides the information needed to design treatment plans tailored specifically to each patient, thus ensuring more predictable outcomes.

CDR Elite

CDR Elite sensors enhance diagnostic capability with outstanding image quality and user-friendly design.

Schick Technologies’ new CDR Elite intraoral sensors combine outstanding image quality, user-friendly design, and hard-searing construction. The quality of CDR Elite-produced images greatly facilitates diagnosis, with bold bone tribeculation, crisp lamina dura, and a clear dentoenamel junction.

NV MicroLaser

Portable Diode Laser

Dentistry’s first microlaser, the pocket-size, wireless NV MicroLaser is completely portable yet just as powerful as conventional soft-tissue lasers.

The NV Microlaser from Discus Dental puts diode laser technology in your hand with a convenient, cordless device.  The first of its kind, it is one of the smallest, lightest lasers on the market. NV is activated by a wireless foot pedal, providing better flexibility and mobility than hand-activated lasers, while allowing unobstructed access and visibility with posterior procedures without finger fatigue or loss of dexterity.

KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching System

Deep Bleaching System

KöR formulations produce optimal whitening in both average and difficult-to-whiten teeth.

KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching System from Evolve Dental Technologies is formulated for optimal permanent whitening of both average and difficult-to-whiten teeth with little or no sensitivity. Developed by dentist Rod Kurthy, At- Home, Standard, and Max systems all feature continuous manufacturer-to-practice refrigeration to prevent gel degradation to ensure maximum efficacy.

Gendex GXCB-500

Cone Beam 3D Imaging System

The GXCB-500 optimizes 3D imaging with medium field of view coupled with extended-view capabilities.

Recently introduced by Gendex Dental Systems, the GXCB-500 cone beam 3D imaging system combines medium field of view technology with extended-view capabilities, producing enhanced diagnostic information for precise treatment planning with “unparalleled scan and amazingly fast reconstruction times.”

Isolite i2 Dryfield Illuminator

The continuous illumination, aspiration, and retraction of Isolite helps to improve dental practice productivity.

The Isolite i2 dryfield illuminator is the only dental device that provides continuous illumination, aspiration, and retraction. The manufacturer says that this tool gives dental professionals uninterrupted access to the patient, helping them to work more efficiently.

KODAK 9000 3D

3D Extraoral Imaging System

KODAK 9000 3D’s 2-in-1 technology combines focused-field 3D with panoramic intraoral imaging.

The KODAK 9000 3D System from Practice Works combines “the power of focused-field 3D with cutting-edge panoramic imaging” for enhanced diagnostic capabilities.

Oral-B Triumph with SmartGuide

The Smart Way to Promote Brushing Compliance The Oral-B Triumph with SmartGuide is available to dental professionals for trial and dispensing.

Oral-B Triumph with SmartGuide uses visual encouragement to promote better at-home brushing

PaX Trio

The PaX Trio combines computed tomography, digital panoramic, and cephalometric features into one system.

In April 2007, Vatech announced that they had received permission from the US Food and Drug Administration to sell PaX Trio in the United States. This cone beam computed tomography (CT) system includes digital panoramic and cephalometric features and is designed for private dental clinics, allowing them to provide reliable implant surgery.

DOU120 Dental Ozone System

DOU120 Dental Ozone System

Longevity Resources

The DOU120 produces ultra-pure ozone and offers hands-free, fully adjustable operation.

The use of ozone for disinfecting and to promote healing has been well documented as effective for a variety of dental applications. 1-3 Described by Longevity as the world’s most advanced oxygen-fed ozonation system, the DOU120 produces ultra-pure, contaminant-free ozone from pure oxygen. With more than 50 available settings, the fully adjustable output ensures access to a broad range of ozone concentrations while providing the ability to precisely select the proper concentration.

Tempit

Centrix Tempit

Unit-Dose Provisional Material

Tempit’s unit-dose delivery system eliminates mixing while facilitating placement and maximizing asepsis.

Centrix’ Tempit is a moisture-activated temporary filling and sealing material developed specifically for sealing the access cavity between root canal treatments. Single-dose syringe tips eliminate the need for mixing while facilitating placement; the material is simply injected directly into the prep. Unit dosing also maximizes asepsis.

PerfectPearl

TotalCare PerfectPearl

Disposable Prophy Angles

PerfectPearl prophy angles optimize intraoral access while minimizing user fatigue.

TotalCare’s PerfectPearl disposable prophy angles feature unique beveled gearing and contra angle design for smooth, vibration-free operation with minimal fatigue. The manufacturer states that subgingival cleaning is optimized by the flare of the latex-free, soft prophy cup, and that spiral grooves help to push paste toward the tooth, reducing splatter. Stain removal is facilitated by exceptional interproximal access, and the angle’s small size enhances visibility.

Picasso

AMD LASERS Picasso

Soft-Tissue Diode Laser

The Picasso diode laser provides optimum power, precision, and portability for a broad range of soft-tissue procedures.

AMD LASERS recently launched the Picasso soft-tissue diode laser that combines ease of use with compact yet powerful design, delivering comprehensive results for virtually any diode procedure.

PC-4000 Panoramic X-Ray System

PC-4000 Panoramic X-Ray System

Panoramic Corporation

The simple design of the PC-4000 makes it easy to produce clear digital panoramic images.

Panoramic Corporation focuses on designing easy-to-use, durable, and affordable panoramic x-ray systems that produce exceptional images. The company has indicated that they have built upon this foundation with the PC- 4000, which combines a legacy of proven performance with cutting-edge digital technology.