Newtown, Pa., Oct. 6, 2014 –AEGIS Communications is pleased to announce that its affiliate company, Dental Learning Systems, has recently partnered with the American Dental Assistants Association(ADAA) to provide continuing education through a customized online portal at CDEWorld, through which dental assistants, administrators, and other professionals may access a variety of high-quality courses.

This new venue is part of the ADAA’s mission to offer Continuing Education that informs and uplifts professionally while providing the needed information to prepare for testing and required hours for re-certification and state registration needs. The ADAA continually works to provide the most current information available in dental assisting education. The relationship with CDEWorld, which has more than 18,000 active members, will expand the organization’s reach.

One of the fastest growing dental education sites, CDEWorld works closely with university, association, and industry partners to provide high-quality resources that meet dental professionals’ needs. CDEWorld facilitates education by developing, organizing, and presenting a broad array of courses, events, and webinars through one accessible site.

“We’re very pleased to welcome the ADAA to our platform,” says Daniel W. Perkins, CEO of Dental Learning Systems, LLC, the developer of CDEWorld. “Dental assistants are on the frontlines of patient contact, and the quality of their continuing education impacts the quality of patient outcomes.”

To participate in current ADAA courses, visit adaa.cdeworld.com. New courses and other educational opportunities will be continually added and updated.

About the American Dental Assistants Association

The American Dental Assistants Association is the largest group representing professional dental assistants. Its members include clinical personnel (those working chairside with the dentist), as well as those on the administrative side: the receptionist, office manager, practice manager, and those working behind the scenes in dental product sales, insurance, and—of course—educators. The ADAA provides continuing education to dental assistants and encourages education, registration, and certification for dental assisting professionals while providing a network of personal services for its members. For more information, visit dentalassistant.org.

About Dental Learning Systems

Dental Learning Systems, LLC, a healthcare education company located in Newtown, Pennsylvania, is dedicated to creating and disseminating high quality education materials, resources, and events in a manner that improves accessibility for today's oral healthcare professionals and students. Widely recognized for its affiliations with dental schools and organizations, Dental Learning Systems also delivers turnkey education communication solutions for the healthcare community. 

BOCA RATON, FL – Oct. 13, 2014--In an upcoming in-depth look at new age dental technology, Eiichi Nakanishi, president and CEO of Kanuma, Japan-based NSK Dental, discusses his strategic outlook for the company. In addition, 21st Century Television host Jackie Bales interviews Rob Gochoel, Director of Sales and Marketing for NSK’s Hoffman Estates, Illinois-based U.S. operations, about the company’s customer-focused product innovation. The program will air on the Fox Business Network at 11:30 am ET on Sunday, October 26, 2014. Check your local listings for channel information.

NSK Dental was founded in 1930 by Mr. Nakanishi’s grandfather, a Japanese inventor who saw the value in developing high-quality precision tools incorporating cutting edge technology. At a time when technology was still very new, he had the vision to see beyond the present and anticipate what it could mean for the dental industry.

According to Mr. Gochoel, the employees of NSK Dental work hard to achieve their corporate mission by contributing to the health and well-being of their customers with affordable, high-quality products. He also stated that NSK’s goal is to deliver innovative products that set the standard for positive change in the industry, and that the company’ primary concern is with the welfare of the dental professionals who use these products, and with the patients of these professionals. He noted that NSK has made substantial improvements in their production facilities over the past few years, and now has over 150 computer-operated machines and an extensive testing facility. He added that 90% of NSK’s production was now done "in house," which helps ensure the exceptional quality of their operations.

The program focuses on one of the biggest challenges in modern dentistry: the fact that people who want to save money due to the present economy often make dental visits one of the first things they cut. NSK is striving to address that challenge by offering cutting-edge products that offer both patients and the modern dental practitioner state-of-the-art tools of the trade that enhance productivity. 

While NSK Dental is currently the world's largest manufacturer of modern dental hand-pieces, it is not currently number one in the U.S. The company hopes to change that by informing U.S. based dental professionals about how its products can enhance their practice and their patient care.

The show also reviews the instruments created by NSK Dental and lets viewers examine them up close to see how they have been engineered to be the best drills in the dental industry. NSK Dental prides itself on an inventive culture that allowed it to develop the first 45 degree angled head and the first 2-way spray function in the innovative drill known as the "T1-Max Z."

JL Haber, Vice President of Programming for 21st Century Television states, "This program reveals the cutting edge technology behind the scenes by a brilliant Japanese company, NSK Dental, which promises to revolutionize the dental industry and improve quality dental care for years to come. We’re excited to have them join us on 21st Century Television"

To learn more about NSK Dental please tune in to Fox Business Network on Oct. 26, 2014. Check your local listings for channel information. For more information about NSK Dental, visit www.nskdental.com

About 21st Century Television

21st Century Television is an award winning business and health program that is independently produced by MMP (USA), Inc. The show provides its viewers an in depth opportunity to find solutions to the industry problems from some of the top business leaders from across the world. With more than 5,000 companies participating on over 500 shows, 21st Century Television continues to be the premier and targeted outlet for the latest business and health stories. 21st Century Television airs on cable networks to over 100 million potential television households.

For specific market-by-market air dates and times, please e-mail Moniqueh@mmpusa.com. For more information, please visit www.tvbusinessnews.com.

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Chicago (Oct. 31, 2014) — As a proud partner in The Partnership for Healthy Mouths, Healthy Lives, the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) is encouraging parents to continue to take an active role in improving the oral health of their children by celebrating National Brush Day on Nov. 1, 2014. And with so many children participating in Halloween activities today, the ADHA and Kids’ Healthy Mouths campaign want to reiterate the importance of brushing teeth for two minutes, twice a day, every day. 

“Instilling good oral health care habits — such as brushing teeth twice a day, for two minutes a day each day — is critical to ensuring good oral and overall health,” said ADHA President Kelli Swanson Jaecks, MA, RDH. “By teaching children the importance of these habits, getting involved early and demonstrating to them the value of good oral hygiene through initiatives such as National Brush Day and the Kids’ Healthy Mouths campaign, parents can help their children for a lifetime. The ADHA is proud to be involved and support this initiative, and urges all parents to celebrate National Brush Day with their children — and make each day a ‘brush day’ twice a day for their kids and themselves.” 

National Brush Day is an ongoing initiative celebrated on Nov. 1 on behalf of the Kids' Healthy Mouths campaign, which was initially launched by The Partnership for Healthy Mouths, Healthy Lives and the Ad Council in August 2012. Kids' Healthy Mouths recently announced a new series of PSAs that feature humorous depictions of life lessons to make the point that while parenting can be tricky at times, getting kids to brush for two minutes, twice a day can be easier than many other things parents will try to teach their children. 

To take part in National Brush Day, parents and caregivers can join the Kids' Healthy Mouths communities and share new campaign images on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/kidshealthymouths) and Twitter (@brush2min2x). In addition to an extensive public relations and social media campaign, Kids' Healthy Mouths is kicking off its first video contest. The contest will encourage amateur and professional video makers to create videos showing how difficult it is to teach a child something if a parent only has two minutes, leveraging the campaign strategy and using the hashtag #BrushRules. Parents also can visit the campaign’s website, 2min2x.org, where parents and children can watch entertaining videos — all two minutes in length — while brushing their teeth. The ADHA also will share posts and information about the campaign on its Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/youradha) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/ADHADOTORG) feeds.

CHICAGO, Oct. 31, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American College of Prosthodontists (ACP), through its awards program, formally recognizes individuals whose contributions to the specialty or to the college are outstanding and substantial. These individuals will be honored on Friday, Nov. 7, at ACP's Annual Awards & President's Dinner. The event is held during the 44th Annual Session of the American College of Prosthodontists in New Orleans from Nov. 5-8, 2014. More than 1,200 dental professionals plan to attend this international meeting.

The ACP is proud to announce the following award recipients:

Dan Gordon Lifetime Achievement Award

Dr. Charles J. Goodacre, based in Loma Linda, Calif., is past president of the ACP, chair of the Department of Prosthodontics at Indiana University, and dean of the Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. Dr. Goodacre teaches in the Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics at Loma Linda University and maintains a Prosthodontic practice in Loma Linda. Additionally, Dr. Goodacre serves on the board of the Fair Foundation, helping pre-transplant patients qualify to receive an organ.

President's Award

Retired Maj. Gen. Bill B. Lefler had an active military career for more than 34 years. His last assignment was assistant Surgeon General and 20th chief, Army Dental Corps. He also served as a consultant to the Army Surgeon General, director of the Prosthodontic residency program and lectured locally, nationally and internationally. Dr. Lefler's dedication was unsurpassed, also serving as an active member of the ACP as a charter fellow and diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics since 1970.

Clinician/Researcher Award

Dr. Kenneth S. Kurtz, based at Academic Prosthodontics of Long Island in New Hyde Park, N.Y., is a board-certified Prosthodontist specializing in implant, esthetic and reconstructive dentistry. Dr. Kurtz is a clinical professor and associate director of the Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics at New York University College of Dentistry and Director of Prosthodontic Research at the Graduate Prosthodontic Program at Montefiore Medical Center/AECOM. Dr. Kurtz also serves as director of the Maxillofacial Prosthetics Section, Postgraduate Prosthodontics for New York Hospital-Queens. and is an Attending Maxillofacial Prosthodontist at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Along with his many teaching positions, Dr. Kurtz has co-authored 36 scientific papers.

Dental Technician Leadership Award

Larry Lindke is a consultant for Nobel Biocare, along with many international dental companies. He operates a dental laboratory in Atlanta, Ga., specializing in full-mouth rehabilitation, dental implants and highly aesthetic restorations. Mr. Lindke lectures and teaches workshops and clinics in the United States, Europe, Asia, South Africa and Canada. He has been ACP's Technicians Alliance Spokesperson since 2010 and is a member of the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics.

Distinguished Lecturer Award

Dr. Nancy S. Arbree was ACP's first female president in 2004 and has played an integral role in the field of Prosthodontic academics. She introduced overdentures and overdenture attachments into the predoctoral curriculum and clinic. She also established the denture recall system and managed a special access program for geriatric denture patients. Dr. Arbree was the associate dean of academic affairs at Tufts University for 16 years, where she chaired the Curriculum Committee, managed predoctoral student schedules and served as director of the biomedical sciences courses.

Educator of the Year Award

Dr. Hiroshi Hirayama has been a dedicated educator at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, serving as the director of the Tufts Prosthodontic Residency Program for 20 years. He has one of the highest percentages of residents obtaining American Board of Prosthodontics Certification of all Prosthodontic programs, according to ACP President Dr. John Agar.

Major General Bill B. Lefler Federal Services Award

Dr. William O. Wilson Jr. is a Commander in the United States Navy Dental Corps. He is the department chairman and program director for the Maxillofacial Prosthetics Fellowship at the Navy Postgraduate Dental School in Bethesda, Md. His knowledge and expertise have earned him the opportunity to serve as a consultant to the Navy Surgeon General as the Navy specialty leader for maxillofacial prosthetics and dental implants.

Prosthodontists are specialized dentists with advanced training in oral health issues, who are committed to improving patient outcomes. From implants, crowns, veneers and tooth whitening, to full-mouth reconstruction, Prosthodontists specialize in digital dentistry and CAD/CAM solutions.

The ACP is the only prosthodontic specialty organization whose membership is based solely on education credentials. ACP members must be in or have completed an ADA-accredited advanced education program in Prosthodontics.

CHICAGO, Oct. 30, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Dental Association (ADA) is encouraged that preliminary data presented at the "Innovations in the Prevention and Treatment of Early Childhood Caries" conference on October 23 shows a downward trend in early childhood caries (cavities) in the United States and indicates progress in ensuring that kids are getting needed dental treatment.

"This preliminary analysis may indicate a promising trend.  We are encouraged that it shows far less untreated tooth decay in children, with dentists providing needed treatment," says ADA President Dr. Maxine Feinberg. "Dental Medicaid visits have been increasing and more kids are seeing the dentist.  Now, we must stay the course, building on that momentum to continue making an impact for children, and expand efforts to prevent dental disease before it starts."

Preliminary unpublished data shared by Centers for Disease Control's Dr. Bruce Dye suggests a decade-long trend of increased treatment of caries (cavities) in preschool children, suggesting a clear shift in untreated dental disease in the U.S. among 2- to 5-year olds toward more restored dental surfaces for all 20 primary teeth.  The analysis is based on a review of 2011-2012 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) longitudinal health data from the CDC and a representative sample of the U.S. population. It was presented in advance of expected CDC publication of the full range of data covering 2011 through 2014 next year and should be viewed as a preliminary analysis. 

While we await the full data analysis, continuing to align and promote efforts that contribute to reducing untreated dental disease is critical.  Through the ADA's Action for Dental Health, dentists across the country are delivering dental health education and disease prevention to communities, fighting for increased dental health protections under Medicaid and providing care now to people suffering from untreated dental disease.  For example, according to research from ADA's Health Policy Institute, from 2000 to 2010 dental care utilization among low-income children increased in 47 states and the continued expansion was primarily due to Medicaid and State Children's Health Insurance Programs (SCHIP), which mandate dental benefits for children. Also, ADA's Community Dental Health Coordinators (CDHCs) are helping people connect to dental public health resources in their communities and dentists who can provide needed treatment.

"Dental access, prevention and care initiatives are making a positive difference in dental health for patients and the ADA is committed to continuing to support and promote increased alignment of efforts and partnering to better fuel the momentum," Dr. Feinberg said.

New York, NY – October 29, 2014 – Colgate^®, the global leader in oral care, is pleased to announce the launch of “Science to Cities”, a five-city educational lecture tour led by key industry thought leaders who will present the latest perspectives on evidence-based dentistry.

Entitled, “New Perspectives on Evidence-Based Dentistry,” the lectures will offer timely, applicable and educational information featuring new approaches to the practical application of evidence-based dentistry in clinical practice. 

Each lecture will discuss the gum disease epidemic among the U.S. population while helping dental professionals make informed evidence-based recommendations for patient home care of both natural teeth and implants. In addition, the technology behind dentifrice containing triclosan/copolymer will be reviewed in detail along with the mode of action, clinical benefits and safety.

Participants will learn:

• New advances in periodontology and evidence-based management of disease including treatment protocols

• How evidence-based dentistry can be used in clinical practice to make decisions for patient care

• The fundamentals of systematic reviews – how to interpret results and the role these reviews play in evidence-based dentistry

• New insights on implant maintenance and the role of triclosan with respect to inflammation

• A review of the safety and efficacy of triclosan for use in Colgate Total^® toothpaste

“Almost half of American adults have periodontal disease and far too many are living with chronic gingivitis and inflammation,” remarked Dr. Barbara Shearer, Director of Scientific Affairs for Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals. “As part of our efforts to decrease these concerning statistics, Colgate is committed to providing timely, relevant information to the industry in order to increase successful patient outcomes. We are happy to provide this educational tour which spans the nation so that dental professionals have access to these informative lectures and can apply this newfound knowledge to their daily practices immediately.”

Colgate has enlisted an impressive lineup of distinguished key thought leaders for the presentations. Dates, locations and speakers are as follows:

• Boston – November 19^th – John Comisi, DDS & JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH, PhD

• Atlanta – November 21^st – Angelo Mariotti, DDS & Ann Eshenaur Spolarich, RDH, PhD

• San Francisco – December 3^rd – Angelo Mariotti, DDS & JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH, PhD

• Houston – December 5^th – Angelo Mariotti, DDS & JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH, PhD

• Chicago – December 10^th – John Comisi, DDS & JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH, PhD

While registration for the event is $49, all interested attendees are encouraged to take advantage of an early registration offer of $29. 

To register for Colgate’s Science to Cities tour, please call 844-382-5224 or visit www.ScienceToCities.com. These events are open exclusively to all practicing dentists and hygienists.

MELVILLE, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSIC), the world's largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners, announced today that it has invested in Iwase Dental Supply, Inc., a leading full-service provider of dental consumables, implants and equipment in Japan. The transaction marks Henry Schein's entrance into Japan, the world's 2nd largest dental market, and increases to 28 the number of countries in which the Company operates.

Iwase Dental Supply's existing shareholders, including the Iwase family, will continue to hold the remaining shares of the company. Henry Schein will not be consolidating Iwase's financial results. Financial and other terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The Company expects the transaction to be neutral to its earnings per share in 2015.

Founded in 1926 with headquarters in Utsunomyia, Japan, Iwase Dental Supply is a privately held company with 240 team members, including 150 sales representatives. Led by Mr. Kenichiro Iwase, the third generation of the Iwase family to lead the company, Iwase Dental Supply reported 2013 sales of $190 million. Mr. Iwase has been named Representative Director and Managing Director of Henry Schein Japan, and will continue to lead Iwase Dental Supply.

"Henry Schein is pleased to enter the world's 2nd largest dental market alongside such a highly regarded partner as Iwase Dental Supply," said Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein. "Building on the strong 89-year heritage of Iwase Dental Supply, we look forward to working with the Iwase family and benefitting from their unique market insights and decades of industry leadership. We believe the Japanese dental market, with an estimated 68,000 practicing dentists serving an aging population and increasing demand for elective dental procedures, will continue to grow in the years to come. With the expertise of Kenichiro Iwase, we expect to pursue additional transactions in the Japanese market and expand our business to meet this anticipated demand."

Iwase Dental Supply, the third largest dental dealer in Japan, operates one distribution facility and has 14 branch offices serving nine prefectures, including the eight prefectures surrounding Tokyo, as well as Iwate in northern Japan.

"We are pleased to partner with a company similar to Iwase Dental that has been dedicated to serving dental practitioners for more than three quarters of a century," said Mr. Iwase. "With the global resources that Henry Schein provides, our vision is to build the premiere pan-Japanese oral health distributor and we are eager to find the right strategic partners to make this a reality."

Henry Schein's dental business is the leading global distributor of products and services, including innovative digital dental technology solutions, to office-based general dental practitioners, dental specialists and dental laboratories. The Company serves its customers through a multifaceted sales and marketing approach that includes more than 2,600 dedicated dental field sales consultants, as well as product specialists, telesales representatives and direct marketing programs. Henry Schein's global dental business had 2013 sales of approximately $5 billion. 

MELVILLE, N.Y., Oct. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSIC), the world's largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners, announced today that Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein, was presented with Honorary Fellowship in the International College of Dentistry - USA Section (ICD USA Section), the U.S. Division of the International College of Dentistry (ICD). The ICD is world's oldest and largest international honor society for dentists.

Mr. Bergman was recognized with Honorary Fellowship during the Richard and Barbara Shaffer Convocation Ceremony of the ICD USA Section's 2014 Annual Meeting, Convocation and Dinner Program, held recently at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio in Texas.

The Honorary Fellowship recognizes Mr. Bergman, along with Henry Schein, for outstanding and meritorious contributions to dentistry, including the charitable work done through Henry Schein Cares, the Company's global corporate social responsibility program, to expand access to oral care for the underserved. Mr. Bergman's Honorary Fellowship in the ICD USA Section also grants him Honorary Fellowship in the ICD.

"Honorary Fellowship in the ICD is a prestigious tribute to our Company," said Mr. Bergman. "This recognition is especially gratifying because the ICD shares Henry Schein's commitment to expand access to oral care and education worldwide through its Global Visionary Fund, which very much aligns with the mission of Henry Schein Cares to 'help health happen'."

The ICD Global Visionary Fund (GVF), a tax-advantaged (IRS501c3) charitable fund, was created in 2013 to improve the oral health of the public and enhance the profession of dentistry. GVF provides financial assistance to ICD Fellows and other volunteers doing charitable work, focusing its support on humanitarian dental care projects and continuing dental education initiatives. GVF emphasizes projects that demonstrate the possibility of creating sustainable improvement in oral health in countries around the world.

"For almost a decade, we've been impressed by the tremendous work that Henry Schein and Henry Schein Cares have done in service to organized dentistry and outreach," said Curtis R. Johnson, D.D.S., F.I.C.D., 2014 President, USA Section, International College of Dentists. "The ICD is proud to now recognize Stanley Bergman by inducting him into our institution, as both Henry Schein and the ICD work to have a lasting impact on the oral health of all people."

About the International College of Dentistry

The International College of Dentists (ICD), established in 1928, is the world's oldest and largest international honor society for dentists with over 12,000 dentists in 122 countries throughout the world who have earned the title of FICD, Fellow International College of Dentists.

Fellowship in the College is by invitation only and is granted in recognition of an individual dentist's "outstanding professional achievement, meritorious service and dedication to the continued progress of dentistry for the benefit of humankind."

Additional information on ICD governance, global humanitarian and other service projects may be viewed at www.icd.org or by contacting the Media Center at media@icd.org.

About Henry Schein Cares

Henry Schein Cares, Henry Schein's global corporate social responsibility program, stands on four pillars: engaging Team Schein Members to reach their potential, ensuring accountability by extending ethical business practices to all levels within Henry Schein, promoting environmental sustainability, and expanding access to health care for underserved and at-risk communities around the world. Health care activities supported by Henry Schein Cares focus on three main areas: advancing wellness, building capacity in the delivery of health care services, and assisting in emergency preparedness and relief. Firmly rooted in a deep commitment to social responsibility and the concept of enlightened self-interest championed by Benjamin Franklin, the philosophy behind Henry Schein Cares is a vision of "doing well by doing good." Through the work of Henry Schein Cares to enhance access to care for those in need, the Company believes that it is furthering its long-term success.

About Henry Schein, Inc.

Henry Schein, Inc. is the world's largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners. The Company also serves dental laboratories, government and institutional health care clinics, and other alternate care sites. A Fortune 500® Company and a member of the NASDAQ 100® Index, Henry Schein employs more than 17,000 Team Schein Members and serves more than 800,000 customers.

The Company offers a comprehensive selection of products and services, including value-added solutions for operating efficient practices and delivering high-quality care. Henry Schein operates through a centralized and automated distribution network, with a selection of more than 96,000 branded products and Henry Schein private-brand products in stock, as well as more than 110,000 additional products available as special-order items. The Company also offers its customers exclusive, innovative technology solutions, including practice management software and e-commerce solutions, as well as a broad range of financial services.

Headquartered in Melville, N.Y., Henry Schein has operations or affiliates in 27 countries. The Company's sales reached a record $9.6 billion in 2013, and have grown at a compound annual rate of approximately 16 percent since Henry Schein became a public company in 1995. For more information, visit the Henry Schein website at www.henryschein.com.

MELVILLE, N.Y., Oct. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSIC), the world's largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners, announced today that, together with supplier partners, it will donate more than $1 million in personal protective equipment (PPE) to help prevent the spread of Ebola.

The Company is working closely with the CDC Foundation and with partner relief organizations including AmeriCares, Direct Relief, International Medical Corps and MedShare to continually monitor and assess the need for medical supplies to combat the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, which is the largest, most severe and complex epidemic in the region's history. The virus has already claimed nearly 4,000 lives out of more than 8,400 cases, leading the World Health Organization (WHO) to declare the outbreak a "public health emergency of international concern."

Henry Schein's donations will include more than $1 million in masks, gloves and gowns, along with hand sanitizer, coveralls and other PPE. The CDC Foundation will receive $500,000 of this product, with the remainder donated to Henry Schein's strategic NGO (Non-Government Organization) partners providing relief, including AmeriCares, Direct Relief, International Medical Corps and Medshare. Henry Schein's response to the Ebola outbreak includes support from its supplier partners, including Crosstex International, Inc., KaVo Kerr Group, Medicom LLC and PDI Healthcare.

"The countries affected by Ebola are facing an escalating health crisis, and Henry Schein is committed to supporting relief efforts to help contain the virus," said Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein. "It is critical that health care workers receive the protective equipment they need to safely continue the heroic work of saving lives. Through public-private partnerships involving our supplier network and relief organizations, we will work to provide these essential supplies in the fight against this deadly epidemic."

The emergency response to the Ebola outbreak reflects a core aspect of Henry Schein Cares. To help accelerate the response to emergencies around the world, Henry Schein Cares routinely ships product to international relief organizations to ensure their warehouses are stocked when disaster strikes.

In addition to the donations of health care products to the Ebola outbreak relief efforts, the Henry Schein Cares Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports and promotes increased access to care globally, has also established an Ebola Relief Fund. The money raised by the Foundation will be donated to the organizations providing relief.

Team Schein Members and others who are interested in supporting the relief efforts can contribute to the Fund. Donations from Team Schein Members to the Fund will be matched by Henry Schein, with all proceeds applied directly and completely to Ebola relief efforts through the CDC Foundation and other relief organizations. While the Fund remains open, individuals or companies wishing to contribute can make a financial or product donation. Credit card donations can be made through the Henry Schein Cares Foundation website, https://www.hscaresfoundation.org/ (click the "donate button" to be directed to an online credit card processing page, and select "Ebola Relief Fund" for the gift designation). Checks will also be accepted and should be made payable to "Henry Schein Cares Foundation," with "Ebola Relief Fund" noted in the memo of the check, and sent to Ashley Lenz at Henry Schein, Inc., 135 Duryea Road, Melville, N.Y., 11747. Donations to the Henry Schein Cares Foundation are tax deductible in the United States.

About Henry Schein Cares and the Henry Schein Cares Foundation

Henry Schein Cares, Henry Schein's global corporate social responsibility program, stands on four pillars: engaging Team Schein Members to reach their potential, ensuring accountability by extending ethical business practices to all levels within Henry Schein, promoting environmental sustainability, and expanding access to health care for underserved and at-risk communities around the world. Health care activities supported by Henry Schein Cares focus on three main areas: advancing wellness, building capacity in the delivery of health care services, and assisting in emergency preparedness and relief.

Firmly rooted in a deep commitment to social responsibility and the concept of enlightened self-interest championed by Benjamin Franklin, the philosophy behind Henry Schein Cares is a vision of "doing well by doing good." Through the work of Henry Schein Cares to enhance access to care for those in need, the Company believes that it is furthering its long-term success.

Established in 2008, Henry Schein Cares Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization, works to foster, support, and promote dental, medical, and animal health by helping to increase access to care for communities around the world.

The Henry Schein Cares Foundation carries out its mission through financial and health care product donations that support health care professionals and community-based programs focused on prevention, wellness, and treatment; disaster preparedness and relief; and capacity building of health institutions that provide training and care. To learn more about the Henry Schein Cares Foundation, please visit: www.hscaresfoundation.org. The "Helping Health Happen Blog" is a platform for health care professionals to share their volunteer experiences delivering assistance to those in need globally. To read more about how Henry Schein Cares is making a difference, please visit their blog: https://helpinghealthhappen.org/

About Henry Schein, Inc.

Henry Schein, Inc. is the world's largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners. The Company also serves dental laboratories, government and institutional health care clinics, and other alternate care sites. A Fortune 500® Company and a member of the NASDAQ 100® Index, Henry Schein employs more than 17,000 Team Schein Members and serves more than 800,000 customers.

The Company offers a comprehensive selection of products and services, including value-added solutions for operating efficient practices and delivering high-quality care. Henry Schein operates through a centralized and automated distribution network, with a selection of more than 96,000 branded products and Henry Schein private-brand products in stock, as well as more than 110,000 additional products available as special-order items. The Company also offers its customers exclusive, innovative technology solutions, including practice management software and e-commerce solutions, as well as a broad range of financial services.

Headquartered in Melville, N.Y., Henry Schein has operations or affiliates in 27 countries. The Company's sales reached a record $9.6 billion in 2013, and have grown at a compound annual rate of approximately 16 percent since Henry Schein became a public company in 1995. For more information, visit the Henry Schein website at www.henryschein.com.

CHICAGO, October 15, 2014, The theme of this year's 30th Annual Meeting of the Academy of Osseointegration (AO) is, “Science, Collaboration and Clinical Excellence for 30 Years.” Scheduled for March 12-14, 2015, the event will be held at the Moscone West Convention Center in San Francisco.

This event is dedicated to advancements and continuing education in the field of dentistry. Featuring some of the world’s most notable figures in implant dentistry, dental professionals from near and far are invited to join this intense three-day learning session. Click here to view the meeting schedule.

This year’s top new features are “Morning with the Masters,” a daybreak education session with the industry’s leading clinicians; an English-speaking symposium featuring prominent figures from South Korea; and an AO-member research display, that will appear on flat-screen monitors instead of cardboard and paper. Follow AO on Facebook and Twitter to learn more.

Headlining the event is facial plastic surgeon, Daniel Alam, MD--a member of the multi-disciplinary team of doctors and surgeons at the Cleveland Clinic and the first doctor to perform a near-total face transplant in the United States. His speech will focus on the power of a work team in restoring a patient’s physical and psychological health after surgery. By emphasizing each member’s contribution to a patient’s well-being, he will highlight the importance of different disciplines weaving together to support a patient’s medical, surgical and emotional needs during recovery.

In support of this message, AO assembled an international group of clinicians who will demonstrate Dr. Alam’s approach in relation to implant dentistry and delivering superior surgical and restorative care. Accordingly, the Allied Staff Educational Sessions have now been named the TEAM Program. Experts will later summarize what the Academy has learned over 30 years, suggesting possible solutions to the obstacles that challenge implant dentistry.

“We continue to explore and add innovative features to ensure this event is fresh, engaging and educational for researchers and clinicians in implant dentistry and tissue engineering,” said Joseph Gian-Grasso, DMD, president of the Academy of Osseointegration. “We’re confident that all of our attendees – no matter where they are in their career – will enjoy a truly memorable experience and take home knowledge that they can begin applying at their practices Monday morning.”

This conference offers numerous opportunities to network and socialize, including at the President’s Reception, a time-honored event sponsored by DENTSPLY Implants. This complimentary event will be held at the Exploratorium – a museum with eye opening exhibits, tools, and projects for attendees for enjoy. Food will be served at a variety of stations throughout the venue, with live entertainment to brighten the atmosphere.

The conference will conclude with an Interactive Session called “Putting it All Together: Two Missing Adjacent Teeth in the Esthetic Zone: Options for Treatment.” This invites attendees to participate by voting on keypads and discussing treatment options for presented cases. A panel of experts, led by Maurizio Tonetti, DMD, PhD; Paul Rosen, DMD, MS; Kenneth Hinds, DDS, and others, will also debate the options.

“When the Annual Event concludes, attendees will return home reinvigorated and excited about their profession as well as the power of collaboration to advance the art and science of dental implant therapy,” said Donald Clem III, DDS, Chair of the 2014 Annual Meeting. “Ultimately, patient safety and benefit must be based on sound evidence—that’s what the Academy is all about and our Annual Meeting will be, too.”

About the Academy of Osseointegration

With 6,000 members in 70 countries around the world, the Academy of Osseointegration (AO) is recognized as the premier international association for professionals interested in implant dentistry. AO serves as a nexus where specialists and generalists come together to evaluate emerging research, technology and techniques, share best practices, and coordinate optimal patient care using timely, evidence-based information. Follow AO on Facebook and Twitter.