PITTSTON, PA — August 20, 2015 — If you’re a nontraditional designer with unique perspectives, a solution-driven architect with imagination to spare, or a dental professional with a passion for improving the patient experience, then Clarion Financial offers 5,000 reasons why you should keep reading.

Dentists, dental students, architects and interior designers might be a few minutes away from earning a $5,000 prize and appearing in a national magazine as part of the 3nd annual Incisal Edge Design Contest sponsored by Clarion Financial.

Incisal Edge, the leading lifestyle magazine for dental professionals, offers a Design of the Future category that invites contest participants to create an imaginative setting for the patients and practitioners of tomorrow. Improvement, innovation and inspiration with no boundaries – if you can dream it, submit it. The reward: a $5,000 grand prize.In three additional categories (specialty, new construction and repurposed practice), the contest will recognize dentists who achieved new heights of creativity and functionalitywhen designing their current office. Winners in each category will receive a professional photo session for their practice and a profile in the Incisal Edge Winter issue.

New for 2016: An entry point designed for ease of use, where previous year’s winners provide motivation, and detailed instructions offer helpful tips  – IEDesignContest.comA juried panel from the dental and architectural worlds will select America’s most striking practices.  Entries will be accepted for existing practices through September 4 and for the Design of the Future category through September 25, 2015.  Prior to final awards, three semifinalists selected by judges in the Design of the Future category will be paired with a team of design professionals who will help give visual life to their ideas.Contest entrants are directed to The Incisal Edge Clarion Design Contest Entry Form found at:

https://www.iedesigncontest.com/entryforms/

Published by Benco Dental, Incisal Edge celebrates dentists’ achievements both inside the operatory and during their hard-earned downtime. To celebrate excellence in dental design, the magazine will profile the winners of its 3rd annual design competition in the magazine’s winter edition. For additional information regarding Incisal Edge magazine, visit: https://www.benco.com/incisaledge/

Alexandria, Va., USA – The International and American Associations for Dental Research (IADR/AADR) have just released the sixth clinical supplement to the Journal of Dental Research (JDR). This clinical supplement encompasses all areas of clinical research in the dental, oral and craniofacial sciences.

As the second clinical supplement to be published this year, this sixth supplement brings together emerging contributions in discovery and translational science to clinical application for the healthcare community. This issue is dedicated to clinical and translational research, which is covered through a wide range of topics including the promises and pitfalls in the use of "Big Data" for clinical research, the use of a computerized tool to manage dental anxiety, periodontal bacteria and prevalent prediabetes, and more.

This clinical supplement also includes a companion podcast for two manuscripts: “3D-printed Bioresorbable Scaffold for Periodontal Repair” and “3D Bioprinting for Regenerative Dentistry and Craniofacial Tissue Engineering.” In this podcast, Drs. Scott Hollister and Luiz Bertassoni are interviewed by Associate Editor Dana Graves on different approaches to 3D printing, challenges, regulation and clinical application.

“The Journal of Dental Research is excited to release its sixth clinical supplement, which provides a unique opportunity for the JDR to publish high quality research articles on clinical and translational research,” said JDR Editor-in-Chief William Giannobile. “I applaud the researchers who submitted their science for publication in this supplement.”

The sixth clinical supplement is leading up to the exciting 2016 launch of JDR Clinical & Translational Research (JDR CTR), which is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing original dental, oral and craniofacial research at the interface between discovery science and clinical application. The new journal will emphasize translation of research into healthcare delivery systems at the individual patient, clinical practice and community levels. In a corresponding editorial in the main JDR, Dr. Giannobile highlights that while this supplement may be the last devoted to clinical research, the JDR will remain committed to publishing quality manuscripts in the clinical arena to accompany expanded content in the upcoming JDR CTR, https://jdr.sagepub.com/content/94/9/1177.full.

Annapolis, MD: August 20, 2015-The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) is launching a major multi-year collaborative educational program in conjunction with National Dental Infection Control Awareness Month (NDICAM). OSAP’s Safest Dental Visit™ program is a new initiative designed to promote an increased commitment to infection control and safety. Clinicians, educators, speakers and consultants, product manufacturers and distributors, and others interested in patient safety are collaborating to help ensure that every patient visit is the safest dental visit. The launch coincides with NDICAM, a month-long awareness campaign during September designed to increase focus on dental infection control and safety, and to help clinicians engage with patients on this important topic. A wide variety of support materials are available on the OSAP website at www.osap.org.

The dental team plays a pivotal role in the program. The dental office is where clinicians address new and emerging threats and increasingly complex policies and guidelines. It’s also where patients express concern (or remain silent but worry) about their safety. This new OSAP campaign will help dental practices educate and train staff, promote a safe and professional environment, increase patient confidence and loyalty, attract new patients, and enhance the overall image of the practice.

An important element of the Safest Dental Visit program is the pledge. The Safest Dental Visit pledge outlines critical guidelines and practices to help ensure the safety of every patient. The campaign supports dental practices to make this pledge by providing information, education, and regular reminders to engage staff in infection prevention and safety.

Although the goal is for all dental practices to participate, OSAP members gain access to the Safest Dental Visit Tool Kit, a set of curated materials that guide the practice through establishing a culture of safety, maximizing the role of the infection control coordinator, understanding OSHA requirements and CDC guidelines, and taking full advantage of OSAP membership.

Dental product manufacturers and distributors are participating by promoting OSAP membership and the Safest Dental Visit program, helping support the program through in-kind services or donations raised through sales, or offering OSAP memberships for specific product purchases.

Dental practitioners and other interested parties are encouraged to check the website frequently or join OSAP to be kept up-to-date on new resources and educational opportunities as they are made available.

Celebrating over 30 years of service to the worldwide dentalcommunity, OSAP is a growing community of clinicians, educators, students, policy-makers, and industry representatives who advocate for safe and infection-free deliveryof oral healthcare. OSAP focuses on strategies to improve compliance with safe practices and on building a strong network of recognized infection control experts. OSAP offers an extensive online collection of resources, publications, FAQs, checklists and toolkits to help dental professionals ensure that every visit is The Safest Dental Visit™ for patients and the dental team. For more information, call 800- 298-OSAP (6727) or 410-571-0003 or visit www.osap.org.

CHICAGO, August 20 — Oral Health America’s (OHA) annual public awareness campaign, Fall for Smiles, is coming up this September to encourage all Americans to take care of their mouths through daily brushing and flossing, regular dental visits, eating a healthy diet and avoiding tobacco products. To give dental offices, clinics, hygienists and public health partners a sneak peek at this year’s campaign materials, OHA is hosting a Fall for Smiles webinar on August 26 at 12 p.m. CDT.

“We encourage all dental and health professionals across the country to get involved in this year’s campaign,” said OHA President and CEO Beth Truett. “The webinar will showcase how other organizations have participated in the past and give suggestions for how to utilize campaign materials to spread the message of the importance of oral health in your community.”

Although this year’s campaign is highlighting the struggle older adults face when it comes to taking care of their mouths, the campaign features resources for all ages that can all be downloaded for free from the Fall for Smiles webpage at www.oralhealthamerica.org/fallforsmiles. The webinar will also include information about campaign partner Patterson Dental and their promotion with the American Association of Dental Office Managers to support OHA’s work to increase access to care.

Learn more about Fall for Smiles and register to attend the webinar at www.oralhealthamerica.org/fallforsmiles. 

CHICAGO, Aug. 18, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heather J. Conrad, DMD, MS, FACP, FRCD(C), will be honored with the Educator of the Year Award by the American College of Prosthodontists (ACP). Dr. Conrad is to be honored at the Annual Awards & President's Dinner during the 45th Annual Session of the American College of Prosthodontists held in Orlando from October 21-24, 2015.

Dr. Conrad graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 1997. She completed the Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics and Master of Science degree at the University of Minnesota in 2006 and continued on to pursue an academic career. She has since completed the American and Canadian specialty examinations to become a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists (FACP) and a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (FRCD(C)).

In 2012, Dr. Conrad was appointed the Director of the Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics and promoted to Associate Professor with Tenure at the University of Minnesota, her current position. Dr. Conrad was voted Professor of the Year by the dental students for three consecutive years from 2009-2011, has served on the Council for the American Board of Prosthodontics and Prosthodontic Section of ADEA, and is currently serving on the administrative board of the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Council for Hospitals and Advanced Education Programs.

"I am truly grateful to be considered and selected by the ACP to receive the Educator of the Year award. It is an honor to be recognized by my peers for my contribution to excellence in prosthodontic education," said Dr. Conrad.

The winner of ACP's Educator of the Year Award is recognized for exceptional skills as a dental educator. This award is presented to individuals (ACP members) who have made substantial contributions to the welfare and advancement of the College or prosthodontics; with outstanding achievement in academic dentistry; and contributions to the sciences or health profession.

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.

MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 20, 2015 /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 the launch of its 2015 Healthy Lifestyles, Healthy Communities (HLHC) program, a flagship initiative of Henry Schein Cares, the Company's global corporate social responsibility program.

In partnership with the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC), the HLHC program enhances access to health care, prevention, and wellness for underserved communities by providing free medical and dental screenings at fun and engaging community events around the country.

This year, the program expects to serve approximately 8,700 children and their caregivers throughout the United States with free medical and dental services at 14 health fair events. Nine years ago, Henry Schein founded the HLHC program, which typically occurs in the late summer and fall.

Each health fair supported by HLHC receives a $5,000 in-kind donation and a $5,000 cash grant through the Henry Schein Cares Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization that works to enhance access to care globally.  Since HLHC's inception, more than $700,000 in supplies and financial assistance have been donated to support nearly 80 health fair events.  According to a NACHC study published in 2014, community health centers play a key role in the nation's health care system by providing continuous primary and preventive care, reducing the risk of new health care problems and saving the health care system $24 billion a year. 

"Henry Schein recognizes the vital role of community health centers nationwide and the excellent care they offer those who would otherwise go without," said Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein. "The community health center model of care, which promotes high quality, affordable health care, aligns with our Company's strong commitment to help improve the health of all Americans. With the generous support of our supplier partners, our Team Schein Member volunteers, and our local community health center organization partners, we are collectively 'helping health happen' for thousands of children and their caregivers every year."

HLHC is annually co-sponsored by state and local community health organizations and supported by Henry Schein's supplier partners. At each HLHC event, local physicians, nurses, dentists and community volunteers screen for five diseases – hypertension, asthma, diabetes, obesity and poor oral health – and associated risk factors that commonly affect children. In addition, participating children and their caregivers receive educational materials about ways to prevent and treat these problems, as well as assistance in finding a local community health center where they may receive health care on a regular basis. The program seeks to create a "Health Home" for participating children, so that they have a place to receive ongoing care throughout the year.

About the National Association of Community Health Centers

The National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) was founded in 1971. Its mission is to promote the provision of high quality, comprehensive and affordable health care that is coordinated, culturally and linguistically competent, and community directed for all medically underserved populations. NACHC represents over 1,300 health center organizations that serve more than 24 million patients at over 9,000 sites in the United States and its territories.

Savannah, GA (August 18, 2015) – Brasseler USA^®, a leading manufacturer of innovative, quality dental instrumentation, recently convened a who’s who of women dentists from across the nation for its first official Women in Dentistry advisory board meeting. The meeting of the Brasseler-sponsored advisory board took place over three days from June 30-July 2, 2015 amidst the beautiful backdrop of the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa.

Key Brasseler executives teamed up with leading women dentists from across the country to extrapolate and discuss key topics and issues specific to the female dental professional. The advisory group then examined how Brasseler can address unique needs with respect to this very important and growing segment of the practicing dentist population. Dr. Sheri Doniger, Chair for Brasseler’s Women in Dentistry advisory board, moderated the meeting by posing questions and facilitating conversation.

“We were honored to have so many women dentists who are on the frontlines of oral care each day take the time to enlighten us about real practice issues and topics important to them,” remarked Kerry Connelly, Director of Marketing for Brasseler USA. “We received a significant amount of valuable information from all of these smart and savvy practitioners that will help Brasseler further deliver on its promise of being “By Your Side” in dentistry.”

Topics of discussion included:

• Practice Implementation/Success of the Woman Dentist

• Ergonomics

• Hands-on Clinical Product Evaluations

“When we started to assemble our team of advisors we sought out women who are dynamic and knowledgeable,” continued Connelly. “We couldn’t be more pleased with this group and look forward to this being the first of many productive and meaningful meetings with actions that benefit female practitioners.”

Members of Brasseler’s Women in Dentistry advisory board are distinguished, leading dentists representing a wide range of demographics and specialties and include:

• Dr. Judith Belitz

• Dr. Sheri Doniger

• Dr. Jean Furuyama

• Dr. Kristine Grazioso

• Dr. Suzanne Grubowski

• Dr. April Hearns

• Dr. Lilia Larin

• Dr. Griselle Ortiz

• Dr. Karyl Cooper Patten

“I was honored to be a part of this brilliant think tank of experts,” remarked Dr. Doniger. “Our goal was to provide substantial feedback to Brasseler in order to address common issues that concern the woman dentist on a daily basis. I think I speak for all the women of our advisory group when I say that we are thrilled to serve as an effective conduit between women dentists, hygienists, and manufacturers by providing crucial data and value to our manufacturer partners in order to make our profession even more effective in providing superior oral care to our patients.”

For more information about dental products and services from Brasseler USA, please visit BrasselerUSADental.com or call 800-841-4522.

Charlotte, NC (August 10, 2015) – With the launch of officedesign.pelton.net, Pelton & Crane™, a member of KaVo Kerr Group, demonstrates its continued leadership in providing the tools and education that ease the office design journey and help clinicians everywhere find their inspiration. Since its inception, Pelton & Crane has maintained a commitment to both the highest quality and innovation in its products. This new site brings those ideals into a modern age.

The site includes:

Design Gallery features various dental office design plans and images that showcase different styles and layouts, serving as a go-to destination for dental professionals looking for inspiration.

Office Design Tools including an interactive design center, unbooked operatory cash flow calculator and inView™, a comprehensive dental office design tool created to methodically guide dentists through the design process by breaking it down into six manageable phases. The Resource Gallery contains a series of deign tips, e-Books, videos, online webinars and more, all designed to help users develop a plan to create their dream office.

Design Events at Pelton & Crane facilities and with our dealer partners, offering a hands-on opportunity to learn and explore. Industry Experts from the worlds of design, practice management, ergonomics, and financing are brought together to offer their insight and advice on best practices for office design that is not only beautiful, but functional and strategic in practice success.

At any point during their time on the site, dentists can schedule a free in-office design consultation with a team of highly trained dental office design experts.

“We know that making the decision to move forward with a new office design project can be stressful. It is the type of decision that most dentists only make once or twice in their careers,” said Andrew Kuzmen, Brand Manager for Pelton & Crane. “It is our goal to make the decision easier. Today’s dental professionals have the opportunity to create a practice that truly reflects their identity and standard of care. We want to make the process — from inspiration to installation — as seamless as possible. This interactive website is a step in that direction.”

To begin your journey toward the practice of your dreams, visit officedesign.pelton.net.

MADISON, Wis. (8/28/15) — Every year the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry’s Professional Education Committee (PEC) pushes the envelope when it comes to offering dental professionals the very best in comprehensive cosmetic dentistry education at the Annual AACD conference. This year, the PEC has torn the envelope up, thrown it out the window, and opted for a completely reimagined structure for delivering that world-class education.

The conference’s three daily themes: Design, Implementation, and Realization are more than just catch phrases – they are a scaffolding on which the entire conference is structured. According to Professional Education Committee Chair, Robert Ritter, DMD, “The themes were selected because they can help guide the dentist and laboratory technician in the overall process of framing the patient for a new smile.” Design, Implementation, and Realization will be providing a unified structure for the conference; they represent a process that is sequential and cumulative, so each day will build on the knowledge gained the previous day.

The educators, and the topics they address, will follow that path from Design on day one, to Implementation on day two, and finally Realization on day three. Some of the featured presenters will include Bill Robbins, DDS and David Sarver, DMD on day one; Michael Pikos, DDS, and Andrea Ricci, DMD on day two; and Markus Blatz, DMD, Gerard Chiche, DDS, and John Kois, DMD on day three.

All of the courses offered at AACD 2016 are intended to elevate the clinical skills of all conference attendees—the entire dental team—but the AACD will also offer the Accreditation track courses for those attendees who seek to differentiate themselves at a level of excellence only achieved by the most dedicated and passionate dental professionals. Attendees can even begin the process of AACD Accreditation by taking the written exam in Toronto.

This innovative conference concept couldn’t have a more fitting background than the city of Toronto. Home to more than 4.7 million people, Toronto is the cultural, entertainment, and financial capital of Canada. Recently awarded the Best in Travel 2015 epithet by Lonely Planet and selected as a Hot Destination for 2015 by Orbitz, Toronto boasts truly world class shopping, dining, and entertainment.

AACD 2016 attendees will certainly be on the pulse of this vibrant city. The convention location, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, is neighbor to the CN Tower, and in addition to the surface level options for dining, shopping, and entertainment, there are 30 km of underground shopping options along PATH, the city’s downtown underground pedestrian walkway.

Between the world class education, industry related shopping in the exhibit hall, and AACD social events, attendees may want to plan on extending their visit to Toronto to ensure plenty of time to explore the this buzzing metropolis.

One final aspect of this conference that may be new to some attendees is the need to use a passport to travel. Conference goers will want to apply for or renew their passport well in advance to ensure smooth travels to Toronto. 

For more information or to register for the 32^nd Annual AACD Scientific Session, visit www.aacdconference.com

MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 18, 2015 /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 been selected as the recipient of the Corporate Award by the Hispanic Dental Association (HDA). The HDA is a national, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization comprised of oral health professionals and students dedicated to promoting and improving the oral health of the Hispanic community and providing advocacy for Hispanic oral health professionals across the United States.

The Company was recognized for its decades of support of numerous initiatives to increase diversity and cultural competency in the oral health professions for the U.S. and global Hispanic communities, as well as for its commitment to promote access to care and health care equity worldwide. Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein, accepted the honor at the HDA's 25th Annual Conference held last week in San Antonio, Texas.

"It is an honor to accept this prestigious recognition by the HDA, an organization whose remarkable quarter century of success in advancing oral health here in the United States and globally has been an inspiration," said Mr. Bergman. "Henry Schein shares the HDA's strong commitment to promote greater awareness of oral health issues facing the Hispanic population, to advocate for greater Hispanic representation in the oral health professions, and to support the continuing education of Hispanic dental professionals. The HDA has been at the vanguard of eliminating oral health disparities in the Hispanic community, and Henry Schein is proud to have been its partner for the past 25 years, most recently through our support of the HDA leadership program for the New York City Tri-State area."

Henry Schein has a long history of supporting programs, professional associations, non-profit organizations and initiatives dedicated to promoting diversity in the dental profession and access to care.

Earlier this year, Henry Schein was named the Corporation of the Year by the Association of Hispanic Healthcare Executives, and through Henry Schein Cares, the Company's global corporate social responsibility program, the Company has sponsored dozens of oral health professionals from around the world to participate in the Senior Dental Leaders Program.

"Spearheaded by the outstanding leadership of Mr. Bergman, Henry Schein has helped make important strides to expand the Hispanic community's access to health care services and enhance culturally-competent oral health care education and delivery of care," said Dr. Amarilis Jacobo, President-elect of the Hispanic Dental Association. "Despite the fact that Hispanics represent more than 53 million people in the United States – one out of every six people – this segment of the U.S. population is underrepresented in the medical and dental professions, allied health fields and academia. With Henry Schein's longstanding support, our organization has been better able to encourage the entry of Hispanics into the oral health professions, which advances the oral health and overall health of the ever-growing Hispanic community."