DentalXChange, the creator of industry-leading electronic claims solution, ClaimConnect, has announced a new partnership with Delta Dental of Colorado through which the two companies will launch the first-ever co-branded edition of DentalXChange’s popular DDS Enroll software.   

The new offering will be the first in the nation to give Delta Dental providers the ability to complete credentialing requirements online—not only for Delta Dental of Colorado but for many different insurance companies, which will increase provider utilization, according to Dr. Cheryl A. Lerner, DMD, Vice President of Network and Clinical Management for Delta Dental of Colorado.

“Credentialing is a major pain point for dentists and insurance companies alike,” says Dr. Lerner. “Providers must be re-credentialed every three years in order for claims to be processed.  Without renewed credentials, providers can lose thousands of dollars each year in unpaid claims, while insurance companies exhaust hours and resources attempting to track down renewal applications.”

LeAnn Morris, Vice President of Business Development for DentalXChange, explains that the traditional credentialing process also lends itself to costly errors.

“Currently, dental offices nationwide are sent credentialing renewal reminders via mail, which are easily overlooked,” says Morris. “Our partnership with Delta Dental of Colorado gives us the opportunity to address and rectify industry inefficiencies. With our new digital solution, providers will be able to access credentialing information online, input data digitally, upload supporting documents easily, indicate required fields and data requirements quickly, and securely sign forms electronically in order to reduce time and errors in the credentialing process.”

Morris reports that digital credentialing solutions have been attempted by others in the past, but the new DentalXChange co-branded DDS Enroll solution will be one of the first to offer a solution that is designed specifically for the dental industry that will support multi-carrier credentialing.

“Many providers have contracts with up to 30 different payers,” Morris explains.  “In the past, these dental practices would have to spend countless hours fulfilling lengthy credentialing applications for each carrier individually. With our new software, providers will be able to enter their information and upload documents only once and that data will be applied across all applications, which saves time and money for a busy practice.”

The new co-branded DDS Enroll solution will also enable Delta Dental of Colorado to maintain its high standard of quality control, according to Dr. Lerner, who explains that the California-based DentalXChange team will follow up with providers individually as needed to assist with the online credentialing platform.

“We knew from the beginning that we were seeking a partner who could deliver the same exceptional customer service that our company takes pride in,” says Dr. Lerner. “DentalXChange’s industry-leading software solutions and customer-focused culture made them the perfect fit as our partner in this important project.”

DentalXChange will integrate a series of digital features into the new co-branded DDS Enroll platform, including:

Auto-Populating Fields

After forms are initially completed through DDS Enroll, the Question Wizard will save user information and autofill fields on any additional applications thereafter.

Document Repository

DentalXChange supports the ability to upload required documentation or certifications needed to submit or renew credentials.

E-Signature

Users will have the option to electronically sign credentialing applications.

Tracking Progress

Providers can view submitted credentialing applications and check the status of their credential

iCoreConnect Inc. announces New York State Dental Association’s (NYSDA) selection of iCoreExchange as the preferred HIPAA-compliant email exchange for its members. iCoreExchange allows dental professionals to share Protected Health Information (PHI) at the highest level of security with anyone, regardless of whether they are inside or outside a network. 

“We are excited to serve the 12,000 members that make up the NYSDA,” said iCoreConnect President and CEO Robert McDermott. “The Leadership and staff at NYSDA expertly guide their members through legislation, compliance and technology issues. Security and HIPAA compliance are two of the most important challenges facing their members today. iCoreExchange solves these issues, giving NYSDA members the freedom to communicate with one another or their patients in full HIPAA compliance.” 

The New York State Dental Association represents member dentists throughout New York State. “Our members depend on us to find and select the highest quality products and services,” said Dr. Mark Feldman Executive Director. “We chose iCoreExchange – above all others – because of its security, absence of file size limits, and its integration with our members’ existing workflow. Additionally, iCoreExchange provides our members an instant connection to a large, referral base of established and verified providers.” 

iCoreExchange was designed from the input of 2,000 dentists and doctors from around the U.S. The product is continually improved based on subscriber input and is updated to stay current with new laws and regulations. “The providers told us loud and clear what they wanted in a secure email exchange: communicate any information to anyone from anywhere, with full HIPAA compliance. So that’s what we built,” said McDermott. Providers can send electronic patient data, lab reports and X-rays securely with no limits on file size. “The software is cloud-based and can be accessed from any internet connection at any time. Providers are no longer limited by regional or state boundaries, because iCoreExchange allows them to send protected health data securely anywhere in the world.” 

iCoreExchange was built on the federal government’s DIRECT security protocol and meets all five of the required HIPAA federal technical safeguards. “Simply encrypting email does not make it HIPAA compliant. Checking secure email software against the federal government’s five technical safeguards is one of the best ways to know it is indeed compliant,” said Dr. Craig Ratner, Chair, NYSDA IT Committee. “iCoreExchange was built from the ground up to meet all of these requirements.” 

New York State Dental Association joins a growing list of state associations who have chosen iCoreExchange as their preferred HIPAA-compliant email vendor: 

• -Colorado Dental Association 

• -Florida Dental Association Crown Savings 

• -Georgia Dental Association 

• -Louisiana Dental Association

• -New York State Dental Association

• -Texas Dental Association Perks Program 

• -Virginia Dental Association 

Unique space features not one but three, fully-functioning steri-centers and a dental unit. 

Want to know how a full suite of SciCan products functions in a real steri-center? How about in three different configurations? After all the dust and disruption of the last few months, SciCan in Canonsburg, PA, has completed the remodeling of its training center. And it is truly a multi-faceted hands-on learning space. Sure, the contemporary furniture and the state-of-the-art presentation hardware is nice but what makes this place unique are its three, fully-functioning steri-centers and one dental unit. 

Steri-centers from Planmeca, A-Dec, and Pelton & Crane line the perimeter and each is fitted with everything SciCan from STATIMs and BRAVOs to HYDRIMs (both large and small), VistaPure systems as well as STATClean ultrasonic and STATMATIC handpiece maintenance units. 

“It’s designed to showcase the SPEC (Safe, Predictable, Efficient, Compliant) sterilization and instrument reprocessing framework, all SciCan products, and how the G4 networking technology connects to it,” says Product Manager Stacey Graf. Two 60-inch flat screens display G4 cycle data from all connected STATIM G4’s and HYDRIM G4’s. SciCan technicians receive instant and accurate communication from the connected equipment allowing for the equipment to be remotely supported. 

Bringing learning as close to the real setting as possible will enable staff, sales representatives, technicians and dealers to better serve our users. Classes for 2017 will host approximately 200 trainees with 16 training classes scheduled. 

For more information contact: Stacey Graf, Product Manager/Marketing Coordinator 

SciCan Inc., 724-820-1600, sgraf@scican.com 

Visit www.scicanusa.com 

3M Oral Care and Patterson Dental have signed a distribution agreement for 3M’s True Definition Scanner. The agreement brings Patterson’s customers the opportunity to explore digital dentistry via an open platform and a trusted partner. With the 3M™ True Definition Scanner, oral care professionals are choosing a digital hub that gives them an unrestricted entry point into traditional crown & bridge work with any lab, advanced implant solutions, clear aligners, in-office milling and more.

“Distributors have enjoyed putting the True Definition Scanner in front of dentists, because they know we’re standing behind it,” said Jim Ingebrand, vice president, Oral Care Solutions Division of 3M. “They can be confident that 3M is committed to ensuring it’s a success for the practice.”

The True Definition Scanner features the smallest wand on the market which means scanning with this system is not only comfortable for clinician and patient alike, it also delivers precision clinicians can trust. With a low-price entry into digital impressioning at just $16,995, the mobile scanner fits the size, mobility, practice requirements and budget needs of practitioners. The True Definition Scanner’s open architecture allows connection to the most common digital dentistry file formats. This gives dental practices the flexibility to choose the best output option for each case – helping manage the workflow the way the clinician wants it.

“3M is a trusted brand and we’re excited to distribute the True Definition Scanner,” said Dave Misiak, president, Patterson Dental North America. “We have a long-standing relationship with 3M as strong Minnesota-based leaders in the dental industry and believe we now have the opportunity to serve 3M customers in new ways via our best-in-class service and support network.”

The True Definition Scanner is now available through Patterson Dental in the U.S.

Click here for more information about 3M’s True Definition

HENRY SCHEIN TO OFFER EDUCATIONAL TRACKS FOR ‘FASTPASS’ ATTENDEES OF DENTSPLY SIRONA WORLD WHO ARE LOOKING TO EXPLORE CONEBEAM CT AND CAD/CAM TECHNOLOGIES

Company to Also Host #ScheinChats, a Series of Facebook Live Discussions, With Industry Leaders                         

MELVILLE, N.Y., September 13, 2017 – Henry Schein, Inc., (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced its participation at Dentsply Sirona World, which includes a rich line-up of oral health professionals who will share best practices in Conebeam CT and CAD/CAM applications. In addition, Henry Schein will host #ScheinChats, a series of Facebook Live discussions featuring key opinion leaders on a variety of trending industry topics. Dentsply Sirona World will be held in Las Vegas, NV from September 14 – September 16.

“We are excited to attend this year’s conference as we begin the next chapter in Henry Schein Dental’s digital journey,” said Jim Breslawski, President of Henry Schein and CEO of the Company’s Global Dental Group. “This year’s show is an opportunity for us to talk with clinicians about our steadfast commitment to help our customers transition to digital clinical workflow, which will ultimately help enhance the patient experience, deliver more predictable and consistent quality of care, and improve the efficiency and productivity of the practice.”

Educational Tracks

Dentists considering the adoption of digital technology in their practice have been invited to attend the Henry Schein FastPassProgram available at Dentsply Sirona World. This program provides full access to the event’s top-notch entertainment, celebrity speakers, and clinical courses, in addition to educational sessions available exclusively to Henry Schein FastPass attendees, such as the following:

CAD/CAM Courses 

Thursday, September 14:

Practice Integration – 3D and CAD/CAM

• Speaker:  Dr. Tarun Agarwal, Owner, 3D Dentist

• Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Digital Reality for Today’s Dental Consumer

• Speaker:  Dr. Sameer Puri, CEREC trainer, cerecdoctors.com

• Time: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Friday, September 15:

Clinical Tips and Techniques to Maximize CAD/CAM

• Speaker:  Dr. Mike Skramstad, CEREC trainer, cerecdoctors.com

• Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 16:

Panel Discussion: The Power Of Digital Dentistry in Your Office, Moderated by Lou Vodopivec, Director of Marketing, CAD/CAM for Dentsply Sirona

• Speakers:  Dr. Meena Barsoum, Owner, Impressive Smiles; Dr. Dan Butterman, Owner, Butterman Dental PC; Jennifer Chevalier, Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder, Virtual Training Innovation

• Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

CBCT Courses

Thursday, September 14:

Comprehensive Digital Dentistry for Better Patient Care

• Speaker:  Dr. Neal Patel, Owner, Infinite Smiles

• Time: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Friday, September 15:

3D Radiology – The Path to the Future of Digital Dentistry

• Speaker:  Dr. Heidi Kohltfarber, Adjunct Professor-Department of Diagnostic Sciences, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

• Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Practice Integration – 3D and CAD/CAM in Your Office

• Speaker:  Dr. Tarun Agarwal, Owner, 3D Dentists

• Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 16:

What Every Dentist Should Know – The Business Side of Dentistry

• Speaker: Trent Watrous, Dental CPA, WSW Certified Public Accountants

• Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

#ScheinChats

During Dentsply Sirona World, Henry Schein will once again host #ScheinChats, the company’s signature social media series. To kickoff this series at the show, Tim Sullivan, President, North American Dental Group, will speak to Michael Augins, Senior Vice President & US RCO, Dentsply Sirona for a conversation about ‘What the Dentsply Sirona – Henry Schein Partnership Means to the Practicing Dentist,’ which will be live at 7:30 PM PT / 10:30 PM ET on Wednesday, September 13. To view this and other #ScheinChats being held at the show, visit Henry Schein Dental’s Facebook page to watch the livestream: https://www.facebook.com/HenryScheinDental/. 

Additional speakers and topics addressed as part of this series will include: ‘Digital Technologies Delivering Efficiencies in the Dental Practice’ - Jedd Carter, National Director of  CADCAM Technology, Henry Schein Dental and Dr. Bobby Chagger, Owner, ChaggerDental; ‘Why Dentists Learn More While Having Fun’ - Nate Thompson, Field Sales Consultant, Henry Schein Dental and Ingo Zimmer, Vice President of Marketing, Dentsply Sirona; and ‘Marketing Talks Marketing’ - Gerjan van Hekken, Director of Marketing, Equipment and Technology, Henry Schein Dental and Louis Vodopivec, Director of Marketing, CAD/CAM for Dentsply Sirona.

Rely on Us Solutions Showcase

The Henry Schein Dental booth will also display a full spectrum of solutions, from consumables to the latest in digital technology. Dentists and lab technicians interested in the digital workflow are encouraged to visit the Henry Schein booth to learn about Henry Schein ConnectDental, the company’s platform for digital dentistry. This platform was designed to help practitioners comfortably enter or expand further into the world of digital dentistry, not by just looking at the individual technology and products available on the market today, but by uncovering how these solutions can best be integrated into the practice or laboratory, and by seeing how it can enhance the care they provide to patients.

As part of Henry Schein ConnectDental, Henry Schein specialists will be on hand to demonstrate how digital technology can be successfully integrated into a patient-centric workflow—all backed by the critical support, services, and education needed for success.

Dentsply Sirona World is the second annual Ultimate Dental Meeting and the first to be hosted in Las Vegas. Dubbed an educational festival, this is one of the largest events in dentistry and attracts the leading minds in the industry.

“As we welcome a record-number of attendees, the excitement is palpable among them and our Dentsply Sirona team,” said Group Senior Vice President of the U.S. Commercial Organization Michael Augins. “Our organization has been looking forward to this colossal event since the conclusion of SIROWORLD in Orlando, and here in Vegas, attendees can expect the biggest, most impressive show to date.”

Dentsply Sirona World offers quality clinical and business education to every dental professional, including General Practitioners, specialists, technicians, office staff members, etc. Esteemed clinicians and business professionals will lead sessions within 11 educational tracks throughout the course of the event, providing the opportunity for registrants to absorb as much content as possible.

The entertainment at Dentsply Sirona World is just another factor separating this event from other industry meetings. The caliber of celebrity entertainment is simply unmatched.  Will Smith, Jeff Dunham, Simon Sinek and Imagine Dragons are all slated to perform or speak exclusively for Ultimate Dental Meeting attendees.

In addition to the invaluable education and extraordinary entertainment, guests can enjoy various social, and health and wellness activities, including a MMA-styled workout led by Super Trainer Joel Freeman on Friday morning and the Out of This World Fun Run on Saturday morning. Evening receptions provide additional networking opportunities, and the three-day event concludes with the Evening of Espionage closing party at TAO Nightclub.

For those already onsite or arriving today, early registration is open from 3-8 p.m. Early registration is highly encouraged as General Session begins at 9 a.m. Thursday, and doors to the session close at 9 a.m. sharp.

Those who missed the opportunity to attend Dentsply Sirona World 2017 can register for Dentsply Sirona World 2018 located in Orlando, Florida, from Sept. 13-15. Register now at www.dentsplysironaworld.comto take advantage of the lowest prices available for Dentsply Sirona World 2018!

The sold-out Dentsply Sirona World is located at The Venetian and The Palazzo in Las Vegas and spans from Thursday, Sept. 14 to Saturday, Sept. 16. To learn more about this event and next year’s event, Dentsply Sirona World 2018, visit www.dentsplysironaworld.com. 

As part of its strategic plan and ongoing evolution, DentalEZ^® Integrated Solutions today announced changes that will continue the transformation of the company. Effective January 1, 2018, DentalEZ is partnering with PSA, Professional Sales Associates, Inc., on sales of its StarDental^®, RAMVAC^® and DentalEZ Equipment brands to dental distributors in the US, Puerto Rico and Canada.

Heather Trombley, President and COO of DentalEZ said “We are changing the status quo. We have a real opportunity to fulfill the company’s vision – becoming a vibrant, integral and trusted partner in oral and overall health – and we could not have asked for a better partner than PSA.” Trombley continued, “We believe that in partnership with PSA, our company will be better positioned to provide real solutions to the everyday challenges in the delivery of oral healthcare by uniquely combining product innovation focused on simplification, efficiency, and value coupled with outstanding customer service and support.“

Ric Vordermark, Sr. Director of Sales commented “We believe PSA is uniquely qualified, based on their deep relationships and long standing ties to the dental market, to ensure that our dealer partners and customers are educated on and understand all of our products and services,” Vordermark said, “Their experience and relationships, coupled with our focus on meeting market needs will provide us with an opportunity to successfully launch more new products into the market. Together we will exceed market expectations.”

Ms. Trombley added “The evolution of DentalEZ continues. Like any good company, we evaluate our business and market opportunities with an eye on growth. We are committed to our customers and work hard every day to create a more customer focused company, a company that customers seek out and trust. We are focused on our vision and this announcement brings us another step closer to realizing it.” 

(August 23, 2017) Atlanta, GA: The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) is continuing its efforts to support Dental Infection Control Awareness Month (DICAM) through OSAP’s The Safest Dental Visit™ program. Designed to promote an increased commitment to infection control and safety, DICAM, a month-long awareness campaign during September was developed to increase focus on dental infection control and safety and help clinicians and infection control coordinators discuss this important topic with patients. A wide variety of support materials are available on the OSAP website at osap.org/page/DICAM.

“Dental teams, clinicians and the infection control coordinator are faced with the challenge and opportunity of addressing new and emerging threats while staying up-to-date on complex policies and guidelines,” says Christina Thomas, Executive Director of OSAP. “We are thrilled to participate, support and promote DICAM through The Safest Dental Visit™ program. We believe bringing attention to this month will help dental practices educate and train staff, promote a culture of safety and help open a positive dialogue between the patient and dental practice.”

To support participation in Dental Infection Control Awareness Month, OSAP has developed downloadable resources available on the OSAP DICAM portal, including talking points, social media examples, a poster and patient brochure. Dental practitioners, including infection control coordinators, the dental trade, educators, consultants and other interested parties are encouraged to check the website frequently and join OSAP to be kept up-to-date on new resources and educational opportunities as they are made available.

For additional tools, resources and information on Dental Infection Control Awareness Month please visit osap.org.

Dentsply Sirona Implants, North America, located in Waltham, MA recently awarded Atlantis Super Elite Lab status to Thayer Dental Laboratory – a distinction that only 29 other laboratories share. Additionally, this marks Thayer’s 13^th consecutive year of Super Elite status. Thayer is a full service laboratory located in Mechanicsburg, PA and is currently celebrating its 40^th year serving the dental profession. As an early adopter in CAD/CAM dentistry, Thayer Dental Laboratory was one of Atlantis Components’ beta labs – and continues to beta test new products and techniques for Dentsply Sirona Implants. Surgeons and restorative dentists have widely acknowledged Thayer’s implant expertise and its ability to provide competitive implant pricing with no surprises or hidden costs.

Pictured in this photo are (from left to right) Darin Lockaby, Dentsply Sirona, Gregory M. Thayer, CDT, FICOI, President, Thayer Dental Laboratory; Brett Ginter, Implant Co-Director, Thayer Dental Laboratory; Michael Weber, Dentsply Sirona.

CanalClean™ - Complete irrigation kit—simplified

Endodontic retreatment rates are up over 35%, in part, due to improper irrigation techniques and protocol. Vista Dental Products’ 2-step irrigation protocol features Vista engineered chemistries for maximum canal disinfection, every time.

The newly redesigned CanalClean™ irrigation procedure kit contains everything needed for complete and effective canal irrigation. Pharmacy fresh solutions, irrigating tips and a micro-aspirator are all included in this convenient ‘peel & use’ kit. These affordable kits cost no more than the cost of buying individual components.  

SmearOFF™ 2-in-1, which is included in this kit, will save you time by eliminating the need for EDTA, CHX, and a rinsing agent! Chlor-XTRA™ and SmearOFF™ are 100% compatible and will not form a precipitate when mixed.

Chlor-XTRA™(patent pending)

• 3x thinner than standard NaOCl

• 2x greater digestion capability

SmearOFF™ (patent pending)

• Combination EDTA/CHX

• Will not form a precipitate when mixed with NaOCl

CanalClean™ is another example of Vista Dental Product’s dedication to more safely and effectively achieve endodontic success.