Today Integral Dental announces the launch of its first product, Oracle^PI, the only early diagnostic test for peri-implant disease. The test delivers a disease diagnosis and personalized care plan recommendations based on patient specific data. Dental implants represent an important option for patients with missing teeth. While implant success rates are high, the greatest risk of failure is an infection of the surrounding tissue, called peri-implantitis. Integral’s new product, Oracle^PI enables clinicians to gain insight into 100% of the bacteria present at the implant site, diagnoses the state of infection, and makes recommendations on most effective antibiotics and other treatments. “This has the potential to improve patient outcomes and drive profitability for dental practices,” said Rachel Raymond, CEO of Integral Dental. “As the demand for implants grows, we’re excited to offer an option for personalized management.”

By combining cutting-edge genomic sequencing and AI, Oracle^PI empowers dentists with actionable insights to improve patient outcomes through personalized care. “We’ve worked hard to make sure our processes fit seamlessly into the daily workflow of the dental office,” said Matt Getz, COO of Integral Dental, “Our $110/test cost to dentists is part of the innovation we’re bringing to the table.” Earlier interventions in peri-implant disease are often more effective and less invasive than if they are performed at more advanced stages of infection. Performing a diagnostic test as part of routine implant management can help clinicians identify problems early and keep their patients healthy. “The specific antibiotic recommendations give us the opportunity to practice true personalized medicine,” said Dr. Peter Joseph, DMD, Clinical Advisor to Integral Dental, “I plan to integrate this tool into my practice and ask all my referring doctors to do the same. The better the information, the better we can help patients.”

Diagnosing peri-implant disease is just the beginning for Integral’s technology platform. Integral’s vision extends beyond oral health to addressing systemic diseases triggered by oral pathogens, such as cardiovascular disease, pre-term birth, rheumatoid arthritis, and colon cancer. When we diagnose and treat oral pathogens early and effectively, healthcare costs reduce precipitously, and patient outcomes improve. Integral Dental continues to explore innovative applications for Oracle^PI, building bridges between oral health and broader medical care.

Call to Action: Oracle^PI is now available for purchase and is being offered in 10 kit packs for a limited time. To learn more and add Integral to the services offering your patients, visit IntegralDental.bio.

About Integral: Integral is a biotechnology company dedicated to closing the gap between oral and systemic health. The innovation is based on Next Generation Sequencing and Machine Learning technology and driven by co-founders Rachel Raymond and Matt Getz. The founders bring extensive biotech and healthcare executive experience, MBAs from Harvard Business School, and a passion for preventative medicine to this large, global health problem. Integral is a resident company of Johnson & Johnson Innovation - JLABS, a premier life science incubator program in Washington, DC.

Pearl, the global leader in dental AI solutions, today announced Calibrate, the first AI-powered clinical calibration and training tool for providers, educators, and payors. The multi-purpose tool will help a broad range of users to hone their dental x-ray evaluation skills and overcome the inconsistency endemic to diagnostic radiology in dentistry. Both the University of California—Los Angeles as well as the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, have received American Dental Education Association (ADEA) grants to use Calibrate in their research, which will culminate in Q2 2025.

Calibrate assures consistency on critical oral health-related functions including detection, diagnosis, treatment planning, and insurance claim submissions. With an extensive library of imagery to choose from, and the ability to upload unique imagery, dental stakeholders are able to standardize interpretation and customize benchmarks

“Pearl has been dentistry’s AI-powered radiologic pathology detection and case presentation leader since we received FDA clearance in 2022––and, as adoption accelerates, it has become increasingly clear just how much our underlying data sets can benefit other areas of dentistry,” said Pearl founder and CEO, Ophir Tanz. “Facilitating radiologic training and clinical alignment across the category—from care providers to educators and researchers, and from DSOs to payors—Calibrate extends our commitment to driving better outcomes for patients and enhancing trust in our industry.”

For all dental stakeholders, Calibrate benefits the industry by:

• Standardizing clinical performance across teams: Calibrate dentists on pathology detection performance, ensuring consistency in diagnosis and treatment planning across large clinics and groups.

• Reducing liability and strengthening patient care: Demonstrate that all clinicians meet a standardized clinical threshold to minimize risk and enhance patient care, creating a safer, more reliable brand experience.

• Improving x-ray capture quality: Evaluate x-ray quality and identify variance in image quality across the organization to facilitate staff training on taking the most diagnostically useful images possible.

• Supporting dental education and accreditation: Academic institutions can ensure that faculty meet accreditation requirements, train students in AI-aided pathology detection, and support radiologic research.

• Enhancing recruitment and validation of candidates: Assess candidates’ clinical skills during the hiring process to ensure that new hires align with the organization’s diagnostic standards.

“Dentistry has traditionally been seen as a fairly subjective practice and Calibrate helps to change that perception,” stated Tanz. “By elevating the standards against which care is provided, students are measured, and claims are adjudicated, Pearl is advancing its mission to foster clinical excellence, patient trust, and ongoing industry growth.”

For more information on Calibrate please visit: https://pages.hellopearl.com/calibrate.

About Pearl

Pearl is an AI-driven company committed to enhancing patient care in dentistry. Founded in 2019 by a team with decades of experience developing successful, enterprise-grade computer vision solutions, Pearl introduced the first-ever FDA-cleared AI capable of reading and instantly identifying diseases in dental x-rays. With regulatory clearance in 120 countries, Pearl’s AI assists dentists in making precise clinical decisions and effectively communicating with patients, thereby transforming the dental care experience worldwide. As dentistry’s global AI leader, Pearl is committed to the ongoing innovation of robust, accessible AI tools that improve patient health outcomes and build greater trust in dental medicine. To request a demo, please visit hellopearl.com/demo.

Great Lakes is proud to announce that Kristine L. Dickinson has been named the company’s vice president and chief financial officer. “As an employee-owned company, Great Lakes takes great pride in elevating employee-owners from within,” said John Ende, Great Lakes president and CEO. “Ms. Dickinson represents the intrinsic ownership culture here at Great Lakes along with an unwavering commitment to quality and excellence.”

In her new role, Dickinson will lead, manage, and own accountability for the corporation’s finance and information technology functions.

Dickinson joined Great Lakes in 2013 as accounting manager and was promoted to controller in 2019. Prior to Great Lakes, she worked in public accounting at Chiampou, Travis, Besaw, & Kershner (CTBK), a Western New York accounting and advisory firm. She is a graduate of Niagara University and a licensed Certified Public Accountant.

Great Lakes, an employee-owned company, provides products, laboratory appliances and services, and both in-house and online appliance fabrication training to members of the orthodontic, prosthodontic, restorative, sleep, and general dental professions worldwide. Great Lakes has been a leading innovator in the dental industry since its start as an independent orthodontic lab in 1965. Great Lakes corporate headquarters is located at 200 Cooper Avenue in Tonawanda, New York.

Buckeye Medical Technologies Ltd. is proud to announce the approval of its fifth U.S. utility patent for the AnatotempSC anatomic dental implant healing abutment scan body components and system. This groundbreaking product offers a dual-function solution: it serves as both an anatomic dental implant healing abutment that ensures an ideal gingival emergence profile and as a scan body used during the prosthetic restorative process.

The AnatotempSC system stands out by streamlining dental implant procedures, reducing up to four clinical steps and eliminating the need for an additional appointment. Its position in relation to the dental implant can be captured through either an intraoral scanner or a traditional tray impression. Furthermore, the AnatotempSC integrates seamlessly with popular dental design and lab software, greatly simplifying the prosthesis design process.

The issuance of five U.S. utility patents for this product highlights the innovation behind the components, methods of use, and modeling systems. This robust patent portfolio secures AnatotempSC’s pivotal role in the dental implant market.

“We are thrilled with the recent patent approvals surrounding the AnatotempSC system,” said Dr. Terry B. Philibin, DDS, MS, MBA, and President and CEO of Anatotemp. “The AnatotempSC anatomic healing abutment and scan bodies significantly enhances the restorative workflow and is compatible with many of the most widely used dental implant systems.”

This milestone reinforces Buckeye Medical Technologies’ commitment to advancing dental implant technology and improving the workflow for dental professionals globally.

About Buckeye Medical Technologies

Buckeye Medical Technologies is a leader in digital implantology, known for its pioneering anatomic healing abutment scan bodies. The company is dedicated to simplifying the digital implant workflow, enhancing efficiency, and improving patient care through innovative solutions and strategic partnerships. https://anatotemp.com/

Weave (NYSE: WEAV), a leading all-in-one customer experience and payments software platform for small and medium-sized healthcare businesses, has launched a fully redesigned experience that helps practices communicate, operate, and grow. The new Weave offers a modern, intuitive interface and integrates powerful AI tools, enhanced communication, scheduling, and billing and payment options directly into communication workflows. Designed for simplicity and efficiency, the platform improves practice operations by consolidating tasks into a more unified, easier-to-use system.

“We have reimagined the Weave platform based on extensive feedback, bringing a more powerful and flexible experience to our customers,” said Branden Neish, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Weave. “Every feature has been carefully crafted to enhance daily operations, elevate patient interactions, accelerate billing and payments cycles, and simplify practice management. Thousands of locations have already migrated to the new Weave and are experiencing the benefits of streamlined processes and more impactful patient interactions.”

Boost Productivity with AI-Powered Tools

The new Weave includes an AI-powered Assistant integrated into the platform, which helps customers craft personalized responses to reviews, write professional branded emails, and automate tasks like message tagging and voicemail transcriptions.

With Weave Call Intelligence, healthcare providers can easily extract actionable insights from call data through automated call categorization and revenue opportunity identification. This innovative AI-powered product provides a comprehensive understanding of patient and client interactions, empowering practice owners and office managers to make data-driven decisions that can drive practice growth.

Streamline Processes with Flexible UI

The new Weave features a familiar, flexible design that streamlines tasks with fewer steps and clicks, while custom themes enable users to personalize their experience. The Weave window can expand to fullscreen for a comprehensive view or shrink to fit seamlessly alongside the practice’s system of record. A fully customizable dashboard places the most essential elements front and center, providing a helpful overview of the day. The new Weave is available via a Mobile App, Desktop App, or any web browser, providing seamless access across multiple platforms.

Improve Efficiency with Seamless Multitasking

The new Weave enables seamless multitasking with features like pop-out texting and team chat, allowing users to text patients, chat with staff, and view the calendar simultaneously. Users can toggle between locations to access one or all locations simultaneously and configure forms, messages, and other settings once for a single or multiple locations with ease. Security and software updates are installed automatically, ensuring the platform stays up to date without any extra effort.

Stay Organized with Smarter Scheduling

Weave’s new Schedule View and Schedule Pulse offer enhanced calendar management and appointment tracking, making it easier for practices to stay organized. Additionally, the Schedule Send feature allows staff to compose and schedule text messages to send at the user’s preferred time, ensuring timely communication with patients.

The new Weave is now available to all customer locations at no additional cost, enabling practices to manage operations more effectively while keeping patient care at the forefront. For more information, visit getweave.com.

About Weave

Weave is the leading all-in-one customer experience and payments software platform for small and medium-sized healthcare businesses. From the first phone call to the final invoice and every touchpoint in between, Weave connects the entire patient journey. Weave’s software solutions transform how healthcare practices attract, communicate with, and engage patients and clients to grow their business. Weave seamlessly integrates billing and payment requests into communication workflows, streamlining payment timelines, reducing accounts receivable, and supporting practice profitability. In the past year, Weave has been named an Inc. Power Partner, a G2 leader in Patient Relationship Management software and a Top 50 Product for Small Business. To learn more, visit getweave.com/newsroom/.

Perio Protect, the pioneer and leader in the non-invasive treatment of periodontal disease, is pleased to announce the addition of Patricia Himplemann to its leadership team, as Vice President of Sales and Special Markets. Ms. Himplemann’s hire comes at a pivotal moment for Perio Protect as the demand for Perio Tray™ therapy continues to accelerate.

Perio Protect is well known for setting the gold standard for Perio Tray therapy, as well as a driver of practice growth, which empowers offices to aggressively address patients’ needs. The turn-key implementation programs for clinical, financial, and operational support benefit dental providers and their teams. Ms. Himplemann will focus her financial and operational expertise on the ongoing growth and expansion of Perio Tray therapy.

Patricia brings more than 20 years of dental sales and operational experience to Perio Protect. As Senior Vice President of Hygiene and Specialty at Sonrava Health – where she worked for the last 11 years, she successfully developed hygiene, specialty and retail service lines to improve patient health and increase overall practice performance.

At Perio Protect, Patricia will support the development of new tools and processes that will enhance customer acquisition, as well as onboarding new offices. “We are thrilled that Patricia has joined our team. She is a great addition,” says Vice President of Clinical and Business Development Tanya Dunlap. “She brings an operational and financial focus that will refine our efforts and increase sales, which will expedite the growth of Perio Protect and our valued partners alike.”

Perio Protect was founded in 2005 by Dr. Duane Keller and has expanded Perio Tray therapy every year with increasing levels of adoption, and numerous product offerings that expand the periodontal treatment portfolio. For more information about Perio Protect, visit www.perioprotect.com.

Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) kicked off its presence today at SmileCon 2024 with “The Digital Pavilion @ The Henry Schein Quarter,” an interactive experience on the exhibit floor featuring speakers, and equipment demonstrations from its valued supplier partners. Through October 19, the Company is helping dental professionals harness digital solutions that can help elevate the standard of care delivered to patients.

“The Digital Pavilion @ The Henry Schein Quarter” features demos of Planmeca PlanMill® and Vatech CBCT, as well as intraoral scanners, such as 3Shape TRIOS®, Medit i700, Dentsply Sirona Primescan, and ‎Planmeca Emerald® S; printers, such as Dentsply Sirona Primeprint™ and Sprintray; and 3D Software, such as Planmeca Romexis® and DEXIS™ IOS. In addition, some of the educational sessions include, “Mastering Intraoral Scanning,” “From Printer to Mouth: Post-Processing 3D Printed Dental Materials,” and “Three Pillars of Practice Growth: Overcoming Challenges to Practice Profitability.” Before each session, attendees can also enjoy a short magic show, as well as popcorn and refreshments.

“For the past two years we’ve worked closely with the American Dental Association to create a new, unique experience at SmileCon, featuring interactive learning opportunities for dental professionals in an intimate, convenient setting,” said Mackenzie Richter, Vice President, Global Commercial Digital Workflow Solutions, Henry Schein. “The Digital Pavilion @ The Henry Schein Quarter gives oral health professionals a platform to share insights and demo new equipment, while learning from product experts to help leverage and operationalize solutions that foster business success and patient satisfaction.”

SmileCon attendees are invited to visit the Henry Schein booth to receive a special promo code and register for THRIVELIVE 2025. Online registration for this event is also available at https://thrivelive2025.com.

Additionally, Henry Schein is pleased to sponsor the American Dental Association Foundation’s Give Vets a Smile (GVAS) program. As part of this initiative, a volunteer event was held on October 17 where SmileCon attendees helped pack 500 Health & Comfort Kits, featuring oral health and hygiene products, which will be distributed to underserved veterans at the New Orleans Veterans Center by Disabled Veterans National Foundation. The official GVAS launch event, also sponsored by Henry Schein, will take place on the evening of October 19 at The National WWII Museum.

To learn more about Henry Schein’s educational offerings at SmileCon and upcoming events, visit https://henryscheinevents.com/. To learn more about SmileCon 2024, visit https://www.ada.org/education/smilecon.

Orascoptic is proud to announce another breakthrough in dental and surgical illumination. Taking our pioneering TruColor technology to a new level, Orascoptic now offers the best overall headlight performance in the industry. This new and improved loupe-mounted headlight design features high color rendering accuracy and significantly brighter light output than previous versions.

The advanced TruColor performance is now available with the entire portfolio of Orascoptic headlights. Dragonfly, the industry’s only Powered Loupe, boasts the highest color rendering index (CRI) on the market*, unveiling colors similar to natural daylight, The popular Endeavour™ series of headlights delivers higher lumens output while still maintaining spot uniformity and an even longer run time than previous versions. A time-tested cordless option, the Spark™ headlight is now lighter and brighter.

Orascoptic’s TruColor headlights have already been proven a reputable product by numerous awards and satisfied customers. This update to TruColor technology continues to deliver the innovation Orascoptic is known for. Combined with Orascoptic loupes, demonstrated to deliver industry-leading scores in optical clarity, these headlights will continue to empower the global surgeons, dentists, hygienists, and medical professionals Orascoptic is proud to serve.

About Orascoptic

Orascoptic has been designing and manufacturing award-winning surgical loupes and light systems in Wisconsin, USA for over 40 years. Our products assist clinicians around the globe in delivering better procedural outcomes through superior visualization. As long as dental and medical professionals rely on enhanced vision to deliver the best patient care, Orascoptic will be on the forefront in developing magnification and illumination technology.

*As of October 15th, 2024.

Vyne Dental today announced Tabatha Snow as the recipient of its inaugural Office Manager of the Year Award. This recognition comes as part of the companu’s initiative to honor the crucial role office managers play in dental practices, coinciding with Office Manager Appreciation Month in September.

Snow, of Zumstein Family Dentistry, was selected from a pool of nominees across the United States, demonstrating exceptional skills in practice management, leadership, and innovation. The selection process evaluated candidates based on three core tenets:

• Accelerating Practice Success: Driving financial performance and revenue growth through strategic initiatives in billing optimization, patient payment systems, and patient acquisition.

• Pioneering Practice Innovation: Embracing change, integrating advanced technologies, and fostering a culture of innovation to enhance patient care and stay ahead of industry trends.

• Integration Maestro: Cultivating practice harmony by creating a cohesive work environment, standardizing best practices, and facilitating effective communication.

“Office managers are the unsung heroes of dental practices, and Tabatha exemplifies the highest standards of excellence in this critical role,” said Amy Leonor, Vice President of Marketing for Vyne Dental. “Through our work with thousands of dental offices, we’ve seen firsthand how skilled office managers can transform practices. These dedicated, innovative professionals are the heart of our dental community, and Tabatha’s achievements set a benchmark for the industry. This award not only recognizes her individual accomplishments but also highlights the vital contributions of all dental office managers in delivering exceptional patient care and driving practice growth.”

Snow commented: “It’s such an honor to be recognized as Office Manager of the Year. It feels good to know that my hard work and dedication over the past 26 years does not go unnoticed. I pride myself in quality patient care through communication and experience. I work closely with my team to ensure that our practice continues to grow in a positive and comfortable family environment.

“A special thanks to Vyne Dental for providing me with the tools that I need to keep our office running efficiently and with ease. Thank you for making this award possible.”

The Office Manager of the Year Award is part of Vyne Dental's ongoing commitment to recognizing excellence in dental practice management. Another key component of Vyne's commitment is to the dental community is education. To that end, Vyne will host a webinar, “Top 10 Tips for Navigating the Winter Insurance Rush,” on Oct. 29 at 1 p.m. ET. Register here.

About Vyne Dental

Vyne Dental provides end-to-end revenue acceleration by engaging practices, payers and patients via vendor-neutral connectivity, claims and attachment management, and the facilitation of secure communications solutions. Vyne Dental is part of the Vyne®️ family, an industry leader in healthcare information exchange, revenue cycle management, and patient communication. Vyne Dental is leading a paradigm shift in the dental industry toward real-time claims and payment resolution to improve provider and payer financial performance while fostering patient satisfaction and loyalty. Vyne Dental serves more than 84,000 dental offices, and 800 plans and payers across the United States. The company has been named to the Inc. 5000 annual list of the nation's most prestigious and fastest-growing private companies for 15 consecutive years. Learn more at vynedental.com.

Septodont Inc., a global leader in dental anesthetic products, has announced a strategic distribution agreement with Premier Dental, known for its innovative dental solutions. This partnership aims to enhance pain management for dental professionals across the United States.

The centerpiece of this collaboration is BufferPro™, developed by Premier Dental. This innovative product simplifies the buffering process, offering a one-step, single-use solution that is both fast and cost-effective.

The agreement is underpinned by several key strategic objectives:

• Customer Delight: Both companies are committed to exceeding customer expectations by providing reliable and effective solutions that improve patient care.

• Quality Products: The partnership emphasizes a commitment to the highest standards of quality, ensuring safety, performance, and reliability in all products.

• Expertise in Dental Development: By leveraging their extensive experience, Septodont and Premier Dental aim to introduce innovative solutions to the dental market, backed by strong commercial strategies that engage and educate customers.

In a statement, Paul Mondock, President of the Americas for Septodont Inc., expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration: “We are excited to partner with Premier Dental to expand our advanced pain management solutions. This agreement aligns with our mission to provide clinicians with the best tools to enhance both dental procedures and enable better patient care.”

Julie Charlestein, CEO of Premier Dental, also highlighted the significance of the partnership: “Premier Dental is thrilled to collaborate with Septodont, a company that shares our commitment to quality and innovation in bringing BufferPro to the market. Together, we will continue to provide inspired solutions for daily dentistry.”