After Deploying Thousands of Platforms in the Dental Industry as a Technology Partner, B9Creations Goes Direct and Seeks New Partners With Limited Market Release

B9Creations, a global provider of 3D printing solutions, announced its limited dental market release—introducing a new 3D printer, called the B9 Dent XL, with the larger-format B9 Dent Lab 3D printer slated for release in the near future, as well as an initial material offering with a diverse range of resins in development for future release. The company has built feedback from real dental technicians into the entire solution—from intuitive, dental-specific CAM software to high-performance materials for a wide range of indications, all the way through automated post-processing units.

After nearly a decade of experience serving the dental industry as a technology partner—where B9Creations has deployed patented technology in thousands of white-labeled, regulatory-compliant, turnkey 3D printing solutions with customized hardware and software—the company is now taking a direct approach and seeking customers and new partners to join the limited market release.

“Our journey has always been defined by our ability to create customized solutions that solve problems others won’t tackle. For the past 7+ years, B9Creations has served the dental industry as a technology partner. We’ve seen the needs and frustrations of customers who need robust, dependable equipment assembled in the USA and backed by a company that defines our success as the customer achieving their goals rather than simply closing a sale. B9Creations brought workflow innovations to the jewelry industry that eliminated complexity by going directly from design software to print and eliminating CAM, which enabled the first large-scale retail deployments of Additive Manufacturing. These same innovations can break down the barriers of complexity that create workforce headaches and hinder the profitability of AM chairside. In industries from aerospace to medical device, we’ve been at the forefront of volume production with AM in some of the most dimensionally-demanding applications,” said B9Creations CEO, Shon Anderson.

“We’ve recognized the struggle in getting dental technicians up to speed quickly, and when you add in turnover and labor shortages, going digital in dentistry can be a challenge. So, with one of our dental partners, we developed dental-specific CAM software with input from senior dental technicians, including their feedback in the language, functionality, and visual interface of the software—and then condensed the workflow to just three clicks, with intelligence built into the layout, orientation, and supporting functions based on indication. This meant they already knew the functionality, as it looked like a dental CAD program, and the software took care of the rest. Now, we’re seeking other opportunities for companies who want to offer that type of value internally and to their customers,” added Anderson. "For dental companies seeking to provide a differentiated offer and build value into your own products and services leveraging AM, B9Creations can create private-labeled offerings that integrate with your own software, hardware, and other products to provide your customers assurance of results that selling the same off-the-shelf printer as your competitors can’t deliver. Starting now, there’s a better option for Additive Manufacturing in dental."

Whether you’re aiming for same-day chairside solutions, enhancing patient engagement with visual aids, optimizing lab production, or preparing the next generation of dental experts, the B9 Dent Series streamlines workflows, reduces lead times, and enables you to produce customized solutions with speed and efficiency. B9Creations 3D printers deliver unbeatable ease of use, precision, and repeatable performance.

B9 Dent XL: Experience the future of precision dentistry with the B9 Dent XL 3D printer. Developed by dental experts to be part of a comprehensive, thoroughly tested workflow, this platform was designed to meet the diverse needs of dental professionals across clinical, small-scale lab, and education settings. Boasting effective resolution finer than 25 microns and a powerful 385 nm light engine, the B9 Dent XL enables you to 3D print intricate geometries in a wide range of specialty materials.

B9 Dent Lab Coming Soon: A larger 3D printer platform ideal for a wide range of dental lab applications. With its expanded build space and advanced features, the B9 Dent Lab is designed to further enhance workflow efficiency and precision, catering specifically to the demands of dental laboratories.

B9 Dent Series Special Features:

• Repeatable performance with 0 calibrations and an industrial light engine

• Out of the box and printing in 15 minutes with the B9 Dent XL or 30 minutes with the B9 Dent Lab

• Platform open to third-party materials and custom material development toolkit

• Intuitive B9 Dent CAM print preparation software, designed exclusively for dental use 

• Scalability with multi-printer management and automated post-processing

• World-class factory startup assistance and tech support

• Ideal for removable dies, digital wax-up models, diagnostic models, crown and bridge implant models and restorations, orthodontic and clear aligner models, surgical guides, gingiva, and more

• Partnership opportunities: Leverage B9Creations' expertise and resources to develop custom workflows, materials, and hardware configurations 

Versatile, High-Performance 3D Printing Materials for Dental Applications

B9Creations has established partnerships with industry leaders known for their expertise in manufacturing cutting-edge dental technologies and materials. Through these collaborations, we’re able to offer you access to high-performance dental 3D printing resins that simplify complex procedures and enhance the overall experience for both patients and dental professionals.

· Fast-printing material ideal for the fabrication of highly precise restorative dental models, from removable dies for visual aids in dental surgery and anatomical education to digital wax-up models, models for crown and bridge implants, orthodontics, surgical guides, and beyond

· A 3D printing resin that offers a fast, accurate way to create natural-looking crown and bridge provisional or temporary restorations

· A flexible yet firm material that simulates the look and feel of natural gingival tissue, perfect for digital restoration planning

· A biocompatible 3D printing material ideal for fabricating highly accurate, transparent surgical guides

· And many more to come!

B9Creations is seeking both customers and partners to join the limited market release.

Pac-Dent, Inc. is delighted to introduce an exciting expansion to its groundbreaking line of Rodin™ 3D Resin Printing Materials. With the unveiling of Rodin™ Sculpture 2.0 and Rodin™ Titan, Pac-Dent continues to push the boundaries of 3D-printed dental restorations through the continuous development and integration of cutting-edge ceramic nanohybrid technology.

Rodin™ Sculpture 2.0

Rodin™ Sculpture 2.0 is a next-generation Zirconia-infused nanohybrid resin that achieves previously unseen flexural strength and ceramic filler content values, allowing the material to provide superior wear and fracture resistance and set new benchmarks in the ceramic-nanohybrid industry. Sculpture 2.0 features a massive increase in ceramic filler content to over 60% and an exceptional Biaxial Flexural Strength of over 200 MPa. These values stand far above the milestones set by other permanent crown and bridge resins.

Key Advancements of Rodin™ Sculpture 2.0:

• Exceptional Mechanical Strength: Rodin™ Sculpture 2.0 offers superior resistance to wear and fracture, providing patients with enduring long-term solutions

• Unmatched Aesthetics: With a selection of 16 Vita Classic shades and 2 additional bleach shades, clinicians gain unprecedented customization options

• ADA Approval for Permanent Restorations: Like its predecessor, Rodin™ Sculpture 2.0 is predominantly ceramic filled, making it eligible for 2023 ADA insurance code reimbursements, delivering substantial benefits to both practitioners and patients

• Superior Radiopacity: Dental clinicians will appreciate Rodin™ Sculpture 2.0's exceptional radiopacity, guaranteeing superior X-ray clarity for precise fit checking and increased diagnostic accuracy

• Elevated Aesthetics: For further aesthetic enhancements, Rodin™ Sculpture 2.0 seamlessly pairs with acrylic-based light-curable stain and glaze systems, such as Rodin™ Palette

Rodin™ Titan

Rodin™ Titan is a ceramic nanohybrid resin engineered for the printing of full arch restorations and provisional hybrid dentures. Rodin™ Titan retains the core composition of Rodin™ Sculpture – a class II ceramic nanohybrid with analogous ceramic filler content, but features a substantial increase in flexibility for enhanced impact strength. This modified flexural modulus has been specifically tailored for printing full arch restorations and provisional hybrid dentures. Dental clinicians can now print long-lasting tooth arches for split file denture designs, full monolithic dentures, and immediate screw-retained dentures

Key Advancements of Rodin™ Titan:

• Swift Workflow: Titan's formulation enables quick and accurate printing, streamlining chairside workflows, providing professionals with reliable and swift delivery of products to their patients

• Vita Shade Matching: Rodin™ Titan is available in 6 sought-after vita shades (BL0, BL3, B1, A1, A2, and A3) providing clinicians with the versatility to replicate natural aesthetics, resulting in seamless integration with patients' smiles

• Natural Translucency: Rodin™ Titan accurately mimics natural tooth translucency compared to leading competitors

• Optimal Radiopacity: Ensures precise visualization of provisionals within the oral cavity, facilitating effective fit assessment and verification

Visit https://rodin-3d.com to learn more 

Partnership includes digital features for an improved patient experience

Integration delivers frictionless finance options and puts the financial journey in the hands of patients

RevenueWell, the leading provider of patient engagement and communication solutions for the dental market, is excited to announce significant enhancements to its RevenueWell Marketing Platform as part of a new partnership with Synchrony (NYSE:SYF), a leading consumer finance company, and its health and wellness financial solution, CareCredit. The latest updates empower dental practices to more effectively communicate CareCredit financing options to patients leveraging the full power of RevenueWell marketing campaigns, text messaging, and website templates. Additionally, new workflow enhancements dramatically simplify the process of confirming and communicating pre-approvals, payment status, and pre-existing CareCredit accounts, further improving the ability of practices to provide timely and accurate information about a patient’s payment and financing status.

Key Features of the CareCredit Enhancements

1. Personalized CareCredit URLs: By leveraging the latest CareCredit API, RevenueWell will take advantage of CareCredit personalized URLs (PURLs) for each patient, enabling CareCredit automation to pre-fill patient-specific information, and simplifying steps in the application process if someone has already been pre-approved or is an existing CareCredit card holder. Through this process, the time required to fill an application will be significantly shortened for many patients, increasing the number of patients using CareCredit as a financing option and therefore the percentage of patients who can accept their treatment plan.

2. Messenger Quick Links: Through enhancements to Messenger, practices will be able to quickly send PURLs from within their real-time text conversations, providing just-in-time decision support for patients navigating questions of payment and affordability.

3. Campaign Merge Field and Filter: With the new enhancements, PURLs can be easily added to any campaigns, and practices can target an audience with relevant treatment options and promotions. Through RevenueWell’s advanced campaign features, practices will now be able to include pre-approval as a targeting attribute alongside all other advanced targeting criteria such as treatment plan code. This enables practices to dramatically improve case acceptance by notifying patients with certain treatment plan codes that they are pre-approved for CareCredit financing.

4. Off-the-shelf Content for Websites: RevenueWell’s ADA-endorsed web design services will now offer pre-designed and SEO-optimized web pages describing CareCredit services, enabling practices to showcase their financing options via any RevenueWell designed website.

5. CareCredit Payment, Pre-approval, and Payment Verification: With these new enhancements, we’ve made it easier to complete CareCredit workflows when the patient is in the office. Clicking on the patient’s pre-approved amount (or current cardholder) allows the practice to quickly accept or decline the pre-approval or process a payment. Additionally, RevenueWell users can also easily check the status of a payment on behalf of a CareCredit user.

“We are thrilled to introduce these game-changing enhancements to RevenueWell Marketing Platform,” said Richard Juknavorian, Chief Product Officer of RevenueWell. “These upgrades take treatment financing to the next level, reducing the dependency on front desk workers to make awkward in-person pitches while enabling patients to take advantage of personalized, hassle-free financing options. We expect these improvements to drive significant improvements to both patient satisfaction and case acceptance rate.”

How It Works:

The new enhancements are included with most versions of RevenueWell Marketing Platform, including Professional and Premium editions, as well as any stand-alone implementations. Practices can link their CareCredit and RevenueWell accounts by following the link below to enter their CareCredit Merchant ID: plan https://p1.revenuewell.com/PracticeSettings/CareCredit

Key Business Benefits:

- Improved Efficiency: With these changes, front-desk staff will no longer need to explain CareCredit options – the whole process will be managed on the patient side with minimal involvement from front desk staff. Common inquiries about pre-approvals and payment status can be handled quickly and easily with the new user interface enhancements.

- Improved Case Acceptance: The main barrier to case acceptance is cost related to treatment. With these changes, patients will be much more aware of their financing options, providing more opportunities for them to accept the care they need, reducing treatment backlog and increasing realized revenue.

- Improved Patient Satisfaction: According to recent PYMNTS.com survey, patients are generally dissatisfied with their payment experience in healthcare – 40% said they weren’t satisfied with their billing experience, 36% said they would switch providers if billing was too complex, and 27% said they would consider switching providers if they weren’t offered a payment plan or third-party financing. With these new enhancements, RevenueWell Marketing Platform dramatically reduces these potential patient satisfaction risks by simplifying the process and empowering patients with more options and more control.

Availability:

The CareCredit enhancements will be available in the RevenueWell Marketing Platform on October 31th for all customers.

For more information about RevenueWell Marketing Platform’s latest enhancement, please visit https://www.revenuewell.com/ or call 855-415-9355.

The new laboratory scanner from Amann Girrbach offers high precision with short scanning times and maximum versatility

The groundbreaking technology of the modular Ceramill Map FX laboratory scanner represents the perfect complement to the CAD/CAM system in the laboratory. The compact scanner from Amann Girrbach operates with high precision and repeatability while keeping scanning times short at the same time. To ensure safe and efficient processes, the Ceramill Map FX is fully in-tegrated into the digital workflow. Two comprehensive upgrade options allow the scanner to be expanded perfectly to meet the specific needs of the user. The new scanner will be available from mid-December.

The basic version of the Ceramill Map FX provides the user with the ideal scanner for entry-level digiti-zation at an attractive price/performance ratio. With its modular design, the system is absolutely fu-ture-proof and can be expanded and upgraded at any time. In addition to basic prosthetic and ortho-dontic indications, advanced scanning options are also included in the enhancements. All variants of-fer high precision with short scanning times. For example, the optional HD scan achieves an accuracy of up to 4 μm, and scanning options such as impression scanning or "multidie" offer maximum conven-ience. All common CAD/CAM systems can be connected via an open interface (.STL, .PLY).

Space-saving and can be combined with Artex articulators

The compact dimensions allow the scanner to be easily integrated into virtually any laboratory environ-ment, even where space is limited. "With the Ceramill Map FX, we have achieved an unbeatable com-bination of precision, economy and versatility: without a doubt, the scanner will convince laboratories and practice laboratories that appreciate efficiency and future-proofing," emphasizes Larissa Duarte, Product Manager for Lab CAD/CAM Equipment at Amann Girrbach, and adds: "The OneShot Scan can also be ideally combined with the popular Artex articulator system - for example, removing the ro-tation axis enables vestibular scanning of the articulator. Overall, handling is simple and intuitive. Ow-ing to the integration of the Ceramill Map FX into the digital workflow, high process reliability as well as reproducible results are also ensured."

The new exceptionally esthetic and efficient composite system with maximum shade combinations and unbeatable handling

DMG will formally unveil its new Ecosite Elements nanohybrid universal composite shade system at the Greater New York Dental Meeting, November 26-29, 2023. It will be available for dental professionals to purchase beginning November 1st, 2023. The company’s latest breakthrough can be used to master composite restorations, especially esthetically challenging cases.

Ecosite Elements is the result of countless discussions and workshops with leading clinicians, coupled with innovative research conducted by DMG scientists. The nanohybrid composite is intended for dental professionals to deliver esthetically exceptional restorations, quickly and efficiently.

Dr. Scott Chanin, one of the material system’s original evaluators, states “There’s a wide range of flexibility with this Ecosite Elements that allows you to obtain an ideal result easily. Everything you need in one system.”

The keys to Ecosite Elements’ unique capabilities are as follows:

• Amazingly compact to simplify your life

The Ecosite Elements line’s compact range of shades across three modules (Pure, Layer and Highlight) represents a much more manageable selection than some other competitors’ systems may require, which means significant reductions in storage and inventory expense. Packaged in ergonomically optimized dispensers the shades provide all the options needed for dentin or enamel replacement, layering, individualization and covering discolorations, with simple and accurate shade matching.

• NC1 (non-clustering) technology for perfect polishability and esthetics

Ecosite Elements’ state-of-the-art mechanical values are perfectly suited for the anterior and posterior regions. With the precise silanization of individual ultrafine filler elements enabling exceptionally homogeneous distribution, its NC1 technology delivers optimum working characteristics and polishability and esthetic results.

• Push-and-Flow restorative technique makes handling a dream

The NC1 technology makes the novel Push-and-Flow technique possible, enabling the material to adjust to each situation. The initially firm consistency quickly becomes noticeably softer during sculpting, allowing the material to be securely adapted to the cavity walls and eliminating bubbles or cracks. With perfectly accurate anatomical details, the finals restoration look lifelike.

“Even in anterior cases, the restoration looks incredibly real,” Dr. Alan Pressman said. “The base VITA shade matches the opacity or translucency of the tooth next to it, and then you can cover that with the next shade module. If you are trying to match a veneer on tooth No. 8 with tooth No. 9 and there is some imperfection on the enamel, you can't tell the difference.”

Ecosite Elements is the latest addition of innovative composite offerings from DMG, which include such industry-leading, award-winning materials as Luxatemp bis-acrylic provisional material and LuxaCore Z Dual core build-up and post cementation composite.

The new composite can also be used in concert with other advanced materials in the Ecosite family, including Ecosite Bulk Fill and Ecosite Bond.

Demonstrations and complimentary samples of Ecosite Elements will be available at the DMG booth #2822 during the Greater New York Dental Meeting on November 26-29, 2023, that will be held at the Jacob Javitz convention center in New York City.

For more information about DMG, please visit https://www.dmg-america.com/.

ChairsideCAD, exocad’s easy-to-use CAD software for single-visit dentistry, received a 2023 Best of Class Technology Award from Cellerant Consulting Group. This is the fifth consecutive year that a panel of technology leaders in dentistry has selected ChairsideCAD for this award.

DentalCAD 3.1 Rijeka, the next generation of exocad’s powerful CAD software for labs and full-service clinics, received a “Wow!” award from the National Association of Dental Laboratories’ Journal of Dental Technology. The Wow! Products program is a peer-nominated list that showcases the year’s most exciting dental laboratory products.

exocad’s ChairsideCAD software received a 2023 Best of Class Technology Award for the fifth consecutive year.

Denti.AI announces the groundbreaking FDA 510(k) clearance of Denti.AI Detect, a revolutionary AI-powered imaging solution, amplifying disease detection capabilities in intra- and extraoral dental radiography and charting automation.

Denti.AI, a pioneer in leveraging Artificial Intelligence for dental pathology detection, odontogram and periodontal charting automation, proudly announces the 510(k) clearance by the FDA of its innovative product, Denti.AI Detect. This state-of-the-art imaging solution is engineered to aid dental professionals in identifying prevalent dental diseases such as caries, periapical lesions, and bone loss from dental x-rays. Clinical studies reveal a notable enhancement in disease detection by all the two dozen participating dentists, unlocking 26% extra treatment opportunities with Denti.AI Detect.

Following the prior clearance of Denti.AI Auto-Chart in November 2022, a breakthrough in automating odontogram charting of restorations, root canals, implants, crowns, and missing teeth, Denti.AI Detect now integrates with Auto-Chart to further refine disease charting and treatment plan coding in multiple integrated Practice Management Systems (PMS). This integration manifests a significant stride towards optimizing dental practice workflows and enhancing patient care.

A key distinguishing feature of Denti.AI Detect is its industry-first FDA clearance for disease detection on panoramic images. Denti.AI also stands as the only dental AI company to have secured clearance for all three major dental concerns: caries, periapical radiolucencies, and bone levels, marking a monumental achievement in the dental technology landscape.

Table 1 Comparison of Denti.AI Imaging Products with Other AI-First Companies Based on FDA Clearance Documents

Dr. Edward Gelfand, owner of over 30 dental practices and partner of the largest Canadian DSO, extolled the effectiveness of Denti.AI Detect saying, "The ability of Denti.AI Detect to uncover missed diseases has been a game-changer in not only identifying treatment opportunities but also in educating our patients. Our best dentists attest to the indispensable nature of this tool in their practice."

Before its FDA clearance, Denti.AI Detect had already been licensed by Canada Health and extensively employed across multiple dental practices in Canada, further demonstrating its practical utility and reliability.

Dr. Jonathan B. Levine, owner of the prestigious multi-specialty clinic JBL NYC and Chairman/Founder of innovative dental technology company GLOScience, shared his positive experience, "After the rigorous research of Denti.AI Detect in our clinic over many months, I am thrilled to finally become a customer. The technology has proven itself invaluable."

Denti.AI Founder and CEO, Dmitry Tuzoff, reflected on the journey, "The realization of Denti.AI Detect clearance signifies countless hours of dedication from our team. The introduction of panoramic imaging technology, especially, propels our product to the forefront, addressing the growing usage of such imaging practices across North America."

As part of its launch celebration, Denti.AI is offering special pricing terms for Denti.AI Detect & Auto-Chart until the end of the year. Interested parties are encouraged to explore this opportunity by filling out the form at www.denti.ai.

The SSOP presents a new workshop in its portfolio.

Characterization is indispensable for a denture that aspires to look as natural as possible. In hectic times and with increasing digitization, the characterization of dentures has become a sought-after skill in the technical dental field. The SSOP supports laboratories in refreshing and deepening this knowledge and skill.

To this purpose, it is launching a new format in its continuing education portfolio with the one-day workshop "Esthetic Gingiva". The focus is placed on a hands-on demonstration and exercise on the topic of characterization. The individual color design of the denture is developed step by step. By analyzing the different gingival layers and their specific color system, a scheme can thus be transferred to the denture. The result is a denture which comes very close to a natural gingiva.

The focus of this SSOP event is also on individual learning success. The SSOP achieves this through its didactically designed program, its professionally trained teachers, and its in-house accompanying teaching materials. The products used in this workshop are of course, as usual, provided by CANDULOR. The SSOP also offers training courses in-house, so that entire laboratory teams can be trained at the same time. More information on the subject can be accessed on the SSOP website www.ssop.swiss.

Intiveo, patient engagement software designed to empower dental practices to enhance the patient experience, and Carestream Dental announced the completion of an integration with Sensei Cloud, the flagship Software-as-a-Service platform of Sensei, the practice and patient management solutions brand of Carestream Dental.

As an early adopter to integrate with Sensei Cloud, Intiveo's patient engagement technology can now offer unparalleled patient service to dental practices. This integration provides a seamless platform where appointment reminders, two-way communication, and feedback collection converge, establishing a singular, efficient touchpoint for patient engagement.

"Our mission has always been to create meaningful connections between dental practices and their patients," said Josh deVries, co-founder and CEO of Intiveo. "That's why we are so excited to bring this integration to market with the Sensei team to help dental practices elevate patient satisfaction and experience. This collaboration magnifies our reach, ensuring more patients benefit from streamlined communication and top-tier patient experience."

This integration was developed in response to Sensei Cloud and Intiveo customers asking for an advanced patient experience, and will open the door to support thousands of additional dental practices that utilize both Intiveo and Sensei Cloud.

This integration is now available for Intiveo and Sensei customers. To learn more about Intiveo visit intiveo.com. To learn more about Sensei Cloud, or any of Sensei's practice and patient management solutions, visit gosensei.com.

Spear Education is excited to unveil the lineup of featured speakers for Summit 2024, June 20-22, 2024, held in Phoenix, Ariz. Spear Summit is an annual exclusive event open to Spear Education’s upper-level members and is a premier gathering for professionals in the dental industry. The event brings together thought leaders, innovators, and practitioners to share insights, showcase best practices, and explore the latest trends and technologies shaping the future of education.

This year's Summit includes presentations by world-renowned experts in a wide range of fields of dentistry, promising an enlightening and transformative experience for attendees, including:

Carlo Poggio, D.D.S., M.S.D., Ph.D. (Italy) Internationally acclaimed for his expertise in interdisciplinary prosthodontics, Dr. Poggio has a rich background as a Fellow of the Academy of Prosthodontics and an Active Member of several esteemed dental societies. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his role as a Visiting Professor at prestigious universities and his active engagement in private practice and research.

Florin Cofar, D.D.S. (Netherlands) Dr. Cofar, a pioneer in the integration of AI technology in dentistry, will share his journey with Smilecloud, a groundbreaking software enabling clinicians to design virtual mock-up smiles for patients. His innovative approach and videography work have made him a leading figure in the dental field, capturing audiences globally.

Oded Bahat, B.D.S., M.S.D., F.A.C.D. (Los Angeles) Renowned for his surgical skill, Dr. Bahat is a top-tier specialist in dental implant, reconstruction, and esthetic surgeries. With a focus on periodontics and esthetic procedures, he operates both in Beverly Hills and Europe, earning him an outstanding reputation among his peers.

Ronaldo Hirata, D.D.S., M.S., Ph.D. (New York) Dr. Hirata, an Assistant Professor at NYU College of Dentistry, will enlighten attendees on the intricacies of composites. His expertise in esthetic dentistry, coupled with his extensive research background, positions him as a leading authority in the field.

Stavros Pelekanos, D.D.S. (Greece) Dr. Pelekanos, an active member of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, will delve into the nuances of implant placement in the esthetic zone. With a string of accolades and numerous publications, his insights promise to be invaluable for aspiring dentists and seasoned professionals alike.

Taiseer Sulaiman, D.D.S., Ph.D. (North Carolina) Dr. Sulaiman, a tenured Associate Professor and Director of Advanced Operative Dentistry and Biomaterials Research, specializes in dental materials. His dedication to bridging the gap between research and clinical application has resulted in numerous publications and an extensive body of work that continues to shape the field.

Robert (Tito) Norris, D.D.S. (Texas) A true orthodontic expert, his unique background in mechanical engineering provides him with a distinct advantage in mastering the forces, vectors, and movements inherent in performing orthodontic treatment. He attended the University of Texas at Austin where he received his bachelor’s degree with honors in biology and a minor in mechanical engineering. He was salutatorian of his class at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School and completed a General Practice Residency at the V.A. Hospital in Washington, D.C. Dr. Norris went on to complete his orthodontics specialty training at Howard University, graduating as valedictorian.

Tony Rotondo, D.D.S. (Australia) Dr. Rotondo, a registered prosthodontist with a passion for aesthetic dentistry, reconstructive dentistry, and implant dentistry, will explore the realm of indirect restorations and veneers. Dr. Rotondo graduated as a dentist in 1984 from the University of Queensland and completed specialty training in Prosthodontics in 1996 at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He is a registered prosthodontist and practices in Brisbane with a specific interest in aesthetic dentistry, reconstructive dentistry and implant dentistry. He has taught both undergraduate and postgraduate dentists at the University of Queensland and the University of Sydney.

Wael Att, D.D.S, D.M.D., Ph.D. (New York) Dr. Att, a distinguished professor and prosthodontist, is set to unravel the potential of AI in Dentistry. His multifaceted roles as an educator, practitioner, and innovator underscore his position as a thought leader in the field. He is the co-founder of The Face Dental Group in Boston. Also, Dr. Att is the Head of the United States Education Delegate of The International Team for Implantology (ITI) and the United States Ambassador of The European Association for Osseointegration (EAO).

This year’s Summit will also include panel discussions, networking opportunities, and a bit of fun providing a platform for attendees to connect, learn, and grow together. Register for Spear Summit by going to www.speareducation.com/summit. If you would like to learn more about how you can become eligible to attend Spear Summit, visit https://content.speareducation.com/spear-summit-attendee