Staying in the Game by Following the Tech Train

In the dental world, “the more things change, the more they stay the same” just doesn’t apply. In fact, dentists would likely be the first to admit that nothing ever stays the same in their industry. Successful companies understand that product lines have to mirror the evolving technological landscape. Take, for example, Flow Dental.

The Journey from Film to CBCT

Almost a century ago, Flow Dental began producing x-ray mounts, hanger clips, and viewboxes. While highly successful at the time, these items are no longer used in today’s digital workflows. But the company’s product line has evolved along with technology, and today includes intraoral sensor and camera sleeves, PSP barriers, protective aprons, and a host of other digital imaging accessories that meet the demands of modern dental practices.

Leading the roster are the company's Comfee Bytes, innovative bite blocks universally suited for any CBCT 3D imaging system. Single use and biodegradable, Comfee Bytes are a less expensive and more adaptable alternative to standard bite blocks. Made of a thin piece of laminated paper, Comfee Bytes are easy to place and are a soft, comfortable bite plate for patients to clamp down on during patient positioning.

Comfee Ears are a single-use, disposable solution designed to slide over ear positioners. Packaged 500 per box, these ear sleeves are universally designed to work with any CBCT x-ray that includes ear positioners. Comfee Ears are easy to use and comfortable for patients.

DispozaSleeves fit all CBCT and panoramic bite blocks and smoothly slide on and off. In addition to providing assurance for anxious patients, DispozaSleeves are an economical solution to discarding expensive bite blocks. They also eliminate the time staff may spend in busy operatories cleaning bite blocks after use.

Flow Dental’s CBCT Pano Cape Apron gives patients peace of mind during CBCT imaging and is 50% lighter than a conventional panoramic apron. Available in both lead or lead-free models, the CBCT Pano Cape Apron provides front and back protection for the upper body. Available in 17 assorted colors and patterns, it can also be purchased with an attached thyroid collar.