Tampa—June 1, 2017 -- Dental Relief Partners, a revolutionary physician-founded oral care company, today announced the launch of Shoo Goo™ Soothing Gel for Teeth & Gums -- a potent, safe, natural, gluten-, soy- and fluoride-free, easily absorbed, plant- and essential oil-based gel that works fast to reduce dental discomfort and gum inflammation, made in the USA.

“Today’s patients are well-informed, often seeking an effective, non-prescription, non-habit forming, non-steroidal, safe and natural product to address teeth and gum discomfort, but there was no such thing on the market that we could recommend with confidence, until now,” said Alan D. Shoopak, D.M.D., founder and creator of Shoo Goo™. “After years of research and development, including clinical trials, this is a treatment option I wish I had when I started practicing 30 years ago,” he added.

The formula is Dr. Shoopak’s, or “Dr. Shoo’s” own, and earned the name “Shoo Goo” due to its “gooey texture” that enables the oral gel to stay where it is applied. With a patented process, Shoo Goo is made of powerful, active extracts and healthful ingredients such as: Green Tea Extract, Tumeric, Echinacea, Peppermint, Grapefruit Seed Extract, and Menthol. Many of these ingredients have been proven to be effective anti-inflammatory agents.

The product is Orthodontist and Dentist Recommended with a 100% confidence guarantee, and allows patients of all ages to get fast, non-habit forming relief with a natural gel that does not require a prescription.

For more information on Shoo Goo, to include wholesale and reseller opportunities for Dentists, Orthodontists and industry professionals, as well as samples for credentialed media and bloggers, please email: 4ShooGoo@gmail.com

For individual purchases visit: www.buyshoogoo.com

Ultradent Products, Inc., a global manufacturer and distributor of dental materials and equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jaleena Fischer Jessop as the company’s Director of Clinical Affairs, effective immediately. Of the promotion, Dirk Jeffs, president of Ultradent, says, “I am excited to have Dr. Jessop at the helm of our Clinical Affairs department. Her rich clinical experience, drive to provide the highest standard of care for patients, and passion for Ultradent’s vision of improving oral health globally will enable Ultradent to continue to offer solutions that are driven from clinical insights for many years into the future.”

As the director of clinical affairs, Dr. Jessop, a practicing dentist, will oversee all phases of product development to ensure that the clinician’s point of view is considered in every aspect. Additionally, Dr. Jessop will head a new clinical team at Ultradent that will work with other departments to ensure clinical input and accuracy in every area of the company. Dr. Jessop will also continue to work in her dental practice three days a week, applying her hands-on clinical experience to her work at Ultradent.

Dr. Jaleena Jessop began her undergraduate work at the University of Utah, studying medical biology prior to attending dental school. She then went on to graduate with honors in oral surgery from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in 2002. She later completed a two-year certification for straight wire orthodontics from the American Orthodontic Society. Dr. Jessop has served for two years on the Utah Dental Association board, and has served for three years on the national advisory board at the University of Utah Dental School. She also currently works as an adjunct professor at the University of Utah Dental School. Dr. Jessop owns a private dental practice where she has worked for 15 years with an emphasis on esthetic and minimally invasive dentistry.

Furthermore, Dr. Jessop has been making valuable contributions to Ultradent for many years, playing an important role on the company’s New Product Evaluation Committee, as well as consulting on numerous product development and design projects. Additionally, Dr. Jessop has participated regularly for several years in the company’s upper management meetings, helping to establish the strategic direction of Ultradent, contributing her vast clinical acumen to many of the company’s decisions.

MELVILLE, N.Y., June 1, 2017 – Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) announced today that Steven W. Kess, the company’s Vice President of Global Professional Relations, was recently awarded the American Association of Public Health Dentistry’s (AAPHD) Public Service Award for 2017. This award is presented annually to an individual for substantial contribution through action related to public health dentistry issues.

Mr. Kess was lauded for representing the culture of Henry Schein and the company’s commitment to global corporate social responsibility, as demonstrated through the Henry Schein Cares program. 

“We at the AAPHD greatly appreciate the actions Mr. Kess has taken toward improving public health on behalf of some of our nation’s most vulnerable and underserved people,” said AAPHD Immediate Past President Frances Kim, DDS, MPH, DrPH. “His commitment to serving the public good should serve as an example to all those who are interested in making a positive impact on our shared community, and we congratulate him on his award.”

Mr. Kess, who also serves as President of the nonprofit Henry Schein Cares Foundation, Inc., currently serves on the boards of the American Medical Association Foundation, Alliance for Oral Health Across Borders, and the Santa Fe Group. He has previously served on the boards of the ADA Foundation, Oral Health America, the U.S. National Oral Health Alliance, and Friends of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. 

“I have been fortunate to play a part in a number of programs and initiatives that have expanded access to oral health care for people in need and advanced the understanding that oral health and overall health are inextricably linked,” Mr. Kess said. “Thank you to the AAPHD for this honor, which I share with my colleagues at Henry Schein and the countless oral health professionals, industry partners, and nongovernmental organizations who share our commitment to ‘helping health happen.’”

MELVILLE, N.Y., May 26, 2017 – Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq:HSIC) today announced that Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, received an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Hofstra University on May 21 before addressing graduating students from the school’s Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, and Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science.

“We are delighted to have one of Long Island's most successful businessmen addressing our graduates at commencement,” said Hofstra President Stuart Rabinowitz.

Mr. Bergman’s speech and the entire commencement ceremony can be viewed here.

“It is my privilege to address the next generation of leaders as they embark on what are certain to be long and successful careers built on the solid foundations from one of our nation’s finest institutions,” Mr. Bergman said. “I thank Hofstra University for this prestigious honor. Most importantly, I congratulate the graduating class of 2017. Henry Schein is fortunate to employ many Hofstra alumni whose intelligence, ingenuity and passion contribute greatly to our success, and we look forward to seeing how this year’s graduates shape the future of our shared society.” 

KaVo Kerr will host its third annual Dental 3D University (3DU), featuring imaging solutions from KaVo™, Instrumentarium™ and Gendex™. 3DU is a one-of-a-kind 2-day event that offers dental professionals an educational environment dedicated to Cone Beam 3D (CBCT) solutions that will enhance their practice and put them in full control of treatmentoutcomes. This year, 3DU will be held September 29-30 in Dallas, TX. This world-class educational event focuses on Cone Beam 3D imaging, how it can enhance your ability to treat patients and expose what might go undetected if limited to 3D imaging.Welcoming doctors, staff and dental students, 3DU offers attendees the opportunity to earn up to 11 CE Credits.

The two-day event will cover topics such as successfully incorporating 3D into your practice and maximizing its investment, implant planning with 3D and surgical guides, reading 3D scans, and more, delivered by world-class speakers and industry experts including:

• Dr. Lou Shuman

• Dr. Kevin Aminzadeh

• Dr. Douglas Chenin

• Dr. Lou Graham

• Dr. Diwakar Kinra

• Dr. Lisa Koenig

• Christine Taxin

• Dr. Terry Work

• Dr. Gy Yatros

• Laura Howerton, RDH

• Art Curley

Taking time away from the practice is a significant investment, but a necessary one to acquire the knowledge and education to help dentists maintain a clinical edge. Dentists and their teams will emerge invigorated and energized from the event and ready to leverage the power of 3D technology. KaVo Kerr, bringing together two global leaders under the common banner of Dental Excellence, are in a position to be the premier partner to dentists, providing streamlined services and support for this vital technology, helping dentists and their practices realize their potential.

 “Being the go-to partner for dentists means offering more than just a stellar product. 3DU is an expression of our commitment to the dental team, wanting them to be educated and empowered to use state-of-the-art technology in delivering optimal care and outcomes,” said Pankaj Jaggi, Senior Director, Marketing, for KaVo Kerr Imaging. “We are excited to present a program that will offer tips dentists can put into use right away, as well as concepts that will benefit them in long-term strategizing for the dental practice.”

Register here today.

On Thursday, May 18, 23 members of the Technical Research Consortium, North America (TEREC, N.A.) visited Carbon, based in Redwood City, Calif. Carbon was excited to show TEREC members the latest 3D printer that offers dental laboratories the opportunity to manufacture high-performance, durable polymer products at unmatched speeds and quality. Even beyond the high-end and intuitive technology that serves as the printer’s backbone, Carbon’s subscription business model offers customers inclusive and proactive service and support. TEREC, N.A. was pleased to be involved at the forefront of Carbon’s advances within this emerging market.

TEREC, N.A. is a consortium of independently owned and regionally-located dental laboratories that work together to bring dentists the collective mindshare of 15 labs with the personal relationship of one. To live up to our mission of promoting the dental laboratory industry and ensuring the success of our TEREC members, dentists, and their patients, our members subscribe to teamwork, industry networking and technological analysis in order to best serve clinicians. Locate a TEREC lab at www.terecna.com

Carbon, the Silicon Valley-based additive manufacturing company, was founded in 2013. Working at the intersection of hardware, software and molecular science, Carbon is delivering on the promise of additive manufacturing, allowing commercial partners to go beyond basic prototyping to start producing at scale. Carbon’s Continuous Liquid Interface Production technology (CLIP) was introduced simultaneously at TED 2015 and to the scientific community on the cover of Science Magazine (Science, March 2015). 

On Wednesday, May 24, Garreco, LLC was recognized with the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Global Trade by Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson and the Arkansas District Export Council (ArDEC). The 8^thannual awards luncheon held at the Governor’s Mansion in Little Rock, recognized exporting excellence among Arkansas’ manufacturers and service providers.

Garreco is the only manufacturer of dental gypsum in the state of Arkansas and has been in business since 1988. The company manufactures a complete line of ADA/ISO Standard dental gypsums and plasters used by dentists and laboratory technicians for model making and casting to create dental restorations in the mouth. Garreco also offers a full line of abrasives, dental acrylics, silicones, and dental laboratory supplies at their facility in Heber Springs.

“Trade is vitally important for Arkansas. Increasing exports of Arkansas‐made and Arkansas‐grown products results in two excellent outcomes. It produces extra capital for companies to invest in their facilities and creates new employment opportunities for Arkansans,” said Governor Hutchinson.

Garreco is focused on creating new export initiatives and has plans to continue to increase its efforts in global trade. During his acceptance speech, Garreco CEO, Bob O’Neal, commented that, “Continued growth is vital to the welfare of any organization, as well as its employees and shareholders, so we see significant opportunities in a more focused and sustainable global trade effort.”

The Arkansas Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Global Trade  is designed to publicly recognize Arkansas companies and their employees who contribute to the economy through international trade.