Carestream Dental is excited to announce that Align Technology’s iTero intraoral scanners are the latest scanners to connect with both CS Imaging version 8 and Sensei Cloud.* This integration gives practices more options when it comes to working with their preferred equipment and practice management software and helps to simplify workflows, reduce errors and streamline case management.

“We are incredibly excited about this announcement since it is applicable to both our Carestream Dental equipment brand and our Sensei practice and patient management software brand,” Lisa Ashby, CEO, Carestream Dental, said. “Ultimately, these integrations will translate into smoother, faster workflows for our equipment and software customers who use iTero intraoral scanners.”

This direct integration means CS Imaging can automatically send all patient data to the iTero scanner with just one click, so there’s no need to manually reenter patient data across different software. Additionally, with CS Imaging serving as a practice’s core imaging database, scans performed with an iTero scanner—and all other dental images, such as CBCT scans, radiographs and images from intraoral cameras—are automatically stored in one single location for a more effective workflow. Displaying all images on the same screen can also help patients better understand their oral health and treatment options, leading to increased case acceptance.

For Sensei Cloud users working with an iTero scanner, Sensei Cloud's patient records become the convenient single source of truth, housing all clinical information and events in one easily accessible location. Scans executed with an iTero scanner are automatically recorded in Sensei Cloud, reducing the need for redundant clinical notes; even patient information is pre-populated. Sensei Cloud is the software-as-a-service platform from Sensei, the practice and patient management solution brand from Carestream Dental.

“Providing an easy way for doctors to sync the valuable data that iTero imaging systems capture with key practice systems, such as those from Carestream Dental, not only enhances practice efficiency, it helps patients better understand their oral health treatment needs through visualization on the iTero scanner,” noted Kerri Kling, vice president of Align lab channel and strategic accounts.

Learn more about CS Imaging, or any of Carestream Dental’s innovative solutions, please visit carestreamdental.com. To learn more about Sensei Cloud, and the entire Sensei portfolio, visit gosensei.com.

More information about iTero intraoral scanners can be found at iTero.com.

*Available in the US and UK only

iTero, among others, are trademarks and/or service marks of Align Technology, Inc. or one of its subsidiaries or affiliated companies and may be registered in the U.S. and/or other countries.

Company's Holistic Approach to Elevating the Customer Experience on Display

Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced it will present at the 2024 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting a comprehensive lineup of digital equipment, technology solutions, and business services designed to help dental practices operate more efficiently and effectively.

The Midwinter Meeting, which is scheduled for February 22 to February 24, 2024, will provide practitioners an opportunity to experience an immersive display of Henry Schein's extensive range of products and solutions, aimed at empowering oral health professionals to elevate practice efficiency and enhance the overall patient experience.

Key highlights include:

● Software solutions covering practice management, marketing, patient engagement, and artificial intelligence (AI) from Henry Schein One (booth #3012);

● Merchandise products and exclusive offers on Henry Schein Brand Products (booth #3019);

● Transition planning, sales, valuations, and practice financing solutions from Henry Schein Dental Practice Transitions and Henry Schein Financial Services (booth #3019);

● Henry Schein’s Thrive brand programs and events, a portfolio of offerings that provide savings, rewards, support, and experiences designed to help enhance practice success (booth #3019); and

● Revenue cycle management offerings from eAssist Dental Solutions, including insurance reimbursement optimization from Unitas PPO solutions, and dental coding and administration resources from Practice Booster (booth #3019).

Throughout the meeting, Henry Schein will demonstrate the latest products and digital technology solutions, including scanners and 3D printers. Members of the Henry Schein Dental leadership team will be available to discuss products and solutions including: 3Shape Trios® 5, Ackuretta CURIE Plus & SOL Printer, ACTEON C50 and SoproCare, Carina™ Sensors, Dentsply Sirona Primescan, Primemill, and Primeprint, DEXIS™ OP3D and IS3800, DigiDoc x90, Henry Schein Brands Reprocessing Bundle, Ivoclar CS6, Medit i700, Planmeca Emerald S and Planmill, SprintRay Ecosystem, and Vatech Green CT and PaX-i3D SMART.

“As Team Schein advances a human-centric approach in the digital landscape, we eagerly anticipate engaging with dental professionals at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting,” said Dave Steck, President, U.S. Dental Group, Henry Schein. “The meeting is a platform for us to highlight our extensive array of solutions and services, and to showcase how we contribute to enhancing the customer experience. Through our customer-centric approach, Henry Schein ensures that health care professionals can rely on us to consistently provide an experience that connects our wide array of offerings.”

Henry Schein One (booth #3012) will showcase the company’s integrated patient management platforms, including Dentrix® and Dentrix Ascend®, and their accompanying suites. These suites directly integrate with each platform, spanning the workflows of the dentist’s office, inclusive of the services needed to ensure practice success:

● Revenue Cycle Management: Billing & Payments suite; Eligibilities & Claims Processing suite;

● Patient Experience: Dentrix & Dentrix Ascend Communications suites; Patient Forms; Patient Booking;

● Marketing: Digital Presence Suites (Sesame & Officite)

● Dental Analytics powered by Jarvis™;

● Clinical: Detect AI, powered and manufactured by VideaHealth; Voice, powered by Bola AI; and

● Services: TechCentral™ for IT support; Dental Practice Consulting.

For more information about Henry Schein’s presence at the 2024 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting, please visit https://henryscheinevents.com/.

Although direct composite restorations are a mainstay in modern restorative practice, many studies reveal common, preventable failures in longevity and esthetics. Delivering efficient and consistent results is key to meeting even the loftiest patient expectations. Learn to create lasting and artistic results after taking Spear Education's hands-on composite workshops focused on anterior and posterior restorations.

Spear Education proudly introduces two new hands-on Composite Workshops, designed to elevate your skills in both anterior and posterior restorations with Spear Faculty member, Dr. Jason Smithson. Whether you choose to attend one or both workshops, our expert-led sessions promise to equip you with the knowledge and confidence needed to create stunning esthetic results.

Posterior Direct Mastery Workshop

Join us for this two-day workshop tailored for modern dentists eager to excel in direct composite resin restorations. Explore high-tech tools, minimize risks, and master the "C-Factor" through effective build-ups. By the end of the workshop, you'll navigate matrix systems, perfect the stratification technique, and leave with a comprehensive skill set.

Available Dates:

June 23-24, 2024

Oct. 6-7, 2024

Exceptional Direct Anterior Restorations Workshop

Uncover the artistry of composite resin in this engaging two-day workshop. Demystify shade selection, explore composite resin variations, and master intuitive finishing protocols. Feel empowered to achieve exceptional esthetic outcomes in your direct anterior restorations.

Available Dates:

June 25-26, 2024

Oct. 8-9, 2024

Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your approach to composite restorations. Click here to learn more about these transformative workshops. Elevate your proficiency, create lifelike restorations, and leave with new confidence and patient satisfaction in your craft.

J. MORITA USA announces the latest generation of the world-renowned apex locator product line with a high-frequency module for canal treatment.

Housed in a brand new, sleek design, the Root ZX3 apex locator offers automatic calibration and features an overall smaller footprint, yet a larger, high-contrast display screen. Its trusted technology, based on impedance measurement, has been independently evaluated to be 97.5% accurate and can be used in wet or dry canals.

As an optional attachment, the Root ZX3 HF Module offers an exciting, new approach for canal treatment utilizing high-frequency conduction (HFC). The module snaps easily onto the back of the apex locator and will tackle procedures, such as gingival incision and excision, gingivoplasty, gingivectomy, hemostasis, and excision of intraoral lesions. It may also be used to aid in pulpectomies and for the ablation of pulp, dental filling material (such as gutta-percha), and tissue in/around root canals as an adjunct to root canal therapy.

“This is essentially a whole new category for canal treatment,” commented Manabu Ehara, Executive Vice President of J. MORITA USA. “The HF Module cleans and prepares the canal in a way that conventional methods simply cannot accomplish. The company has a long history of innovation in endodontics; this product is yet another step forward in improving efficiency and treatment outcomes.”

The Root ZX3 apex locator and HF Module will be on display at the upcoming Chicago Midwinter Meeting, February 22 – 24, 2024. Dentists are invited to stop by the MORITA booth, #2208, for a free Bluetooth speaker with a short product introduction (while supplies last).

For more information on Root ZX3, visit www.morita.com/usa or call 1-888-JMORITA (566-7482).

Achieving 25 million healthy smiles by 2025 is one of the central goals of Dentsply Sirona’s sustainability program “BEYOND: Taking Action for a Brighter World”. By continuing the successful partnership with TeamSmile for another two years, the Company is taking yet another step closer to reaching this goal.

Dentsply Sirona, the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, announced today that the company will continue their longstanding partnership with TeamSmile and support the non-profit organization with a donation of US$135,000, in addition, company employee volunteers at TeamSmile projects and events. This engagement will go towards providing underserved children with screenings and dental treatments at no charge as well as provide free oral health education resources. Dentsply Sirona will also be a GOLD Partner for two upcoming TeamSmile programs in Charlotte, North Carolina, where the company is headquartered, expecting to reach over 200 children per program.

Popular football players boost oral health for children in need

TeamSmile, in its mission to reach children who would otherwise not have or seek access to oral health, partners with professional sports teams. These popular athletes use their star power to motivate children to come forward and learn about the importance of oral health and receive treatment if needed.

“We believe in the important work that TeamSmile does and are proud to continue our partnership for the benefit of underserved children in our community. Being instrumental in increasing access to dental care and enabling much needed treatments for children in need is what has drawn us to this partnership,” says Andrea Frohning, Chief Human Resources Officer at Dentsply Sirona. “Together with TeamSmile, we make a real difference for children, creating healthy smiles and fostering the key understanding that a healthy mouth is essential for overall health.”

Dentsply Sirona is GOLD Partner for two TeamSmile programs in Charlotte

Besides being also a National Partner for full partnership of TeamSmile, Dentsply Sirona will continue to support as a GOLD Partner two additional programs dedicated to children in need in Charlotte. These programs include free dental clinics at Bank of America Stadium, where children have the opportunity to meet football players from the Carolina Panthers while receiving vital dental care education and treatment.

“In areas where economic hardship is at its highest, oral health care is often not seen as a priority in the spectrum of preventative health care needs,” says John McCarthy, Executive Director for TeamSmile. “We are delighted that Dentsply Sirona continues to support our efforts to change this misconception, lending a hand not just financially but also through providing products and by volunteering work of Dentsply Sirona employees. Without partners like Dentsply Sirona, we could not offer such a broad range of dental care to children in need.”

In 2022 alone, TeamSmile provided approx. 4,500 children with oral health education and dental care services with a combined value exceeding 1.6 million USD. This extraordinary initiative is making a tangible difference in the lives of underserved children, fostering healthy smiles, and reinforcing the understanding that oral health is an essential component of overall well-being.

For more information about TeamSmile visit https://teamsmile.org/. 

AMD Lasers, Inc. (AMD) will release the next generation of digital intraoral dental x-ray sensors, Acuity™, in 2024 Chicago Dental Society’s Midwinter Meeting on February 22, 2024.

A digital intraoral x-ray sensor is an essential tool in the dental practice and the complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) is the dominate detection method used for digital intraoral x-ray sensor, possessing the following main issues: lower than desirable resolution, high cost, bulky and cumbersome to place, and poor reliability.

Acuity™ utilizes the frontier direct x-ray photon detection (DXPD) technology as the detection method. DXPD, as the name indicates, detects x-ray photons directly without any conversion crystal layer required by CMOS. DXPD technology dramatically reduces x-ray photon loss during the detection and provides the following benefits over CMOS: vastly improved spatial resolution, unrivaled contrast resolution, broader dynamic range, slimmer sensor profile, lower acquisition and operating cost, and better liability.

Acuity offers size 1.5 and size 1, respectively, along with imaging software. A Twain driver is provided along within the imaging software to seamlessly transfer images to any practice management software. The introductory price including imaging software and Twain driver is $4,499 for size 1.5 and $3,499 for size 1, respectively. Acuity comes with a standard two-year manufacturing warranty. Extended warranty and product insurance are available with additional cost. A cloud storage service via www.aviuscloud.com for all images is provided as part of the Acuity product offering.

“Clinicians have been searching for lower cost, better image quality, and better liability digital intraoral x-ray sensor for a long time.” said, Dr. Densen Cao, PhD, President of AMD. “Acuity provides all the desired features for digital intraoral x-ray sensors and is another innovation from AMD to make our customers’ jobs Easier, Faster, and Better.”

Acuity is assembled in AMD’s facility in West Jordan, Utah, USA and will be shipped to the customers before end of Q1, 2024.

Details about Acuity can be found at www.amdlasers.com or call +1-866-999-2635.

Spear Education is happy to announce an upcoming half-day seminar featuring internationally acclaimed dentist and educator, Dr. Frank Spear. Titled Minimally Invasive Principles in Comprehensive Care, this unique event is scheduled to take place in three cities this spring including: April 12, 2024, in Dallas, TX, May 3, 2024, in Washington, D.C., and May 31, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Dental professionals are invited to join this transformative seminar, promising to equip attendees with expert insights, practical solutions, and an innovative approach to addressing complex dental conditions. Key Highlights of the Seminar

During this dynamic session, participants will actively engage with real-world challenges, exploring decision-making processes for tooth retention versus removal. Dr. Spear, recognized globally as a premier educator in esthetic and restorative dentistry, will delve into long-term success rates based on literature findings, analyze the impact of patient age on treatment decisions, and provide valuable insights into forward-looking considerations influencing current choices.

What You'll Learn:

• Decision-making flow for tooth retention vs. removal

• Long-term success rates from literature findings

• Impact of patient age on treatment decisions

• Forward-looking considerations influencing current choices

About the Instructor:

Dr. Frank Spear continues to be acknowledged as one of the foremost educators in esthetic and restorative dentistry worldwide. The mastermind behind Spear Education's Facially Generated Treatment Planning (FGTP) workshops, Dr. Spear introduced this revolutionary concept in 1986 at the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry meeting in Colorado Springs, CO.

With a prolific professional history dating back to the late 1970s, Dr. Spear has authored over 40 articles in various dental publications and maintains a busy lecture schedule, presenting dental continuing education in North America, Europe, and Asia. Dr. Spear maintains a busy lecture schedule, presenting dental continuing education in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Cost: Members: $145 Non-members: $345

Limited spots are available so reserve your seat now here: https://bit.ly/3P597z1

Case photography by Spear Faculty.

More than 55 patients in need were scanned and received TrueDent™ dentures within 24 hours

Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq: SSYS), a leader in polymer 3D printing solutions, announced today that it had partnered with Express Dental Labs of Norman, Oklahoma at the recent Oklahoma Dental Association Mission of Mercy (OkMOM) event to provide full and partial dentures to more than 55 people in need.

The OkMOM is a two-day event that provides free essential dental care to individuals who may otherwise lack access to such services. The event took place in Lawton Oklahoma and brought together dental professionals, volunteers, and organizations to address the oral health needs of underserved populations.

Each patient that received dentures had an inter-oral scan completed the first day, which Express Dental Labs used to create the dentures with the Stratasys’ J5 DentaJet® 3D Printer and TrueDent resin. The dentures were printed overnight and delivered by participating dentists the following day, giving patients a new smile with well fitting, natural looking dentures, within 24 hours.

“It is awesome that we can do this for the community,” said Tra’ Chambers, Owner, Express Dental Labs. “Traditionally, dentures are labor intensive to manufacture, but when using Stratasys technology, we can serve many more patients in a shorter amount of time. The dentures we print are highly accurate, matching the patient’s gum and tooth color, so the dentures look great and fit well. Also, because the entire denture is printed as one piece and does not require any manual intervention, once the digital design is created, if the patient loses their dentures, a replacement can be created overnight with the digital record we have on file.”

This is the second year Express Dental Labs has used the Stratasys TrueDent solution. Last year, nearly 40 Oklahomans in need received new dentures as part of the OkMOM event.

“It is truly gratifying to witness the positive impact that our technology, and the expertise of Express Dental Labs, has on the lives of those in need, restoring their confidence and enhancing quality of life with better looking and fitting dentures,” said Ronen Lebi, Vice President, Dental, Stratasys. “We anticipate continued growth in the adoption of technologies like TrueDent. It increases efficiency and reduces turnaround time for labs, while lowering the number of visits and overall chair time for patients.”

TrueDent dentures are a full-color, single continuous print of both denture base and teeth. Stratasys technology enables multi-colored, personalized appliances to be printed simultaneously on a single high-capacity tray.

Spear Education presents a unique two-day, in-person workshop tailored to dental teams – Dynamic Team Strategies for an Ever-Changing World. This experience is designed to fortify and cultivate high-performance, a golden opportunity to shape the future success of your practice.

Need a Team-Building Activity for 2024? Spear's Dynamic Team Strategies for an Ever-Changing World workshop will help your entire team connect and develop strategies for practice innovation. As the industry continues to place heightened emphasis on cohesive and growth-oriented teams, this workshop aims to equip dental professionals with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in today's dynamic practice environment.

Why Teamwork Matters in Dentistry

Dentistry is a team sport. The success of patient outcomes is intricately linked to the collaborative efforts of a united office working towards a common vision. This new workshop will elevate teamwork to new heights, enabling even the most accomplished teams to enhance their performance and enjoy the daily work experience to its fullest. Regardless of the current state of your practice, a pause to revisit and reinforce the elements that initially contributed to its greatness is a strategic move that promises substantial returns.

A Transformative Workshop Experience for the Entire Team

Led by Spear Education's Vice President of Practice Growth Strategies, Amy Morgan, and Spear's co-founder, Dr. Frank Spear, this workshop guarantees an immersive and interactive experience. Participants will delve into the core elements fostering change and growth through entertaining and engaging activities. Existing strengths will be acknowledged and celebrated, while proactive planning for future success opportunities will be a focal point.

Participants will gain insights into:

- Unifying with a common purpose and vision without sacrificing individuality.

- Implementing change management strategies to propel the practice towards a shared vision.

- Developing team communication skills that ensure every voice is heard.

- Mastering the art of effective problem-solving to meet daily challenges.

- Creating team alignment and synergy amid a busy schedule.

- Recognizing the forward progress of both individuals and the team.

- A path to empowerment and growth.

The workshop is being offered the following dates:

- April 11 – 12, 2024

- Aug. 2 – 3, 2024

- Oct. 25 – 26, 2024

Register now for Dynamic Team Strategies for an Ever-Changing World and embark on a journey of growth, unity, and success with your team.

Introducing the first splitting protocol on the market that allows in-lab milling of the overlay while Panthera manufactures the implant bar. This new solution is a fusion between strength and aesthetic, thus creating a single and unique entity.

Panthera Dental (Quebec, Canada), a global leader in CAD/CAM implant solutions and dental sleep appliance development, proudly presents the Panthera Fusion Bar (PFB), a groundbreaking product aimed at redefining dental restorations. Meticulously engineered based on dental science principles, this innovative solution combines strength and aesthetic with a synchronized workflow, creating the perfect fusion for time, energy and money savings.

Thanks to Panthera’s comprehensive compatibility list, the Panthera Fusion Bar solution can be adapted to more than 700 different implants, eliminating the need for Multi-Unit Abutments. The rounded angle at the top of the bar, the 10° buccal chamfer and the polished intaglio surface, guarantee a perfect seating position, eliminates pressure points and offers enhanced hygiene benefits. The low-profile of the bar eliminates the need to reduce bone and streamlines the restoration process. The implant bar is customized for the patient and designed based on the soft tissues, implant position and the dental setup, offering a truly personalized patient-centric solution.

Complementing these bar features are the overlay benefits. Introducing the first splitting protocol on the market that allows in-lab milling of the overlay with the material of your choice, whether Zirconia or printed or milled PMMA. The Panthera’s bar extraction proprietary technology ensures the straight milling line overlay without any undercut and, as a result, facilitating the lab production and bar insertion.

“The Panthera Fusion Bar gives unique possibilities for dental labs. As a trusted outsourcing partner, our customers expect a seamless ordering experience and a quick turnaround to confidently deliver optimal product to their patient. Using the PFB solution allows any lab to benefit from smooth in-office overlay manufacturing in the material of their choice while Panthera manufactures the implant bar.” says Gabriel Robichaud, CEO of Panthera Dental. “This can help any dental lab save time and money in day to-day operations and total treatment time and allows them to focus more on the patient.”

Whether you choose to outsource the bar and overlay to Panthera or if you choose to handle the overlay yourself, both alternatives ensure a smooth and synchronized workflow to move the patient forward from healing process with temporary until the final definitive restoration is fitted to the PFB.

The Panthera Fusion Bar will be officially presented at the LMT LabDay Chicago 2024 in a film entitled Back To The Fusion starring Hugo Hébert and Jeffrey Dugré. Discover the product and meet the team on February 23 and 24, booth B-27 - C-26.

More info about the Panthera Fusion BarTM are available at: www.pantheradental.com/products-solutions/fusion-bar