New 5.0 x 6.0 mm short implants from Bicon
The 5.0 mm width offers an alternative to clinical situations where a wider implant would not be an option. The short length of 6.0 mm allows dentists to avoid vital structures with confidence, and they also eliminate the need for many grafting procedures. This innovation is possible because of Bicon’s plateaued design, which provides cortical-like bone with central vascular systems around the implant. This cortical-like bone not only grows faster, but also provides for functionally different capabilities than the appositional bone around non-plateaued implants. With Bicon, longer implant length is not necessarily better.
For more information, call (617) 524-4443, ext. 106 or visit www.bicon.com.
Surfactant Debubblizer from Almore
Almore Surfactant Debubblizer now comes in gallon size! Produce consistent quality working models on the first pour. To avoid the repouring and distortion of models, spray Almore Surfactant Debubblizer into the air, allowing its fine mist to filter down into the impression before pouring the model. Surfactant Debubblizer eliminates surface tension, allowing the stone to flow smoothly and bubble-free. Notice the absence of voids, thus producing a sharper more detailed model. Formulated to work especially well with alginate, rubber, or silicone. Surfactant Debubblizer may also be added directly to the stone or plaster mix. Does not contain alcohol. Gallon container comes with a refillable 8-oz. spray bottle.
For more information, call (800) 547-1511 or visit www.almore.com.
The First Encounter Chart™
Stepping Stones to Success introduces The First Encounter Chart. Endorsed by the Colorado Dental Association, the system includes full-pocket folders and 18 possible chart forms. The Starter Kit includes 200 folders and a package of 10 of the most popular forms. Dental offices may order any number of forms, with no minimums required. The charts are thorough, easy-to-use, and HIPAA compliant, as well as inexpensive.
A complimentary sample with all forms and a catalog may be requested at (800) 548-2164. All products may also be viewed online at www.steppingstonestosuccess.com.
Dental professionals are impressed with Canker Cover™
Quantum Health introduces Canker Cover, a small tablet-like patch that adheres to the sore, forming a clear gel-like cover that protects it from irritants while speeding healing. The patch provides physical protection for the sore for 8 to 16 hours, and delivers pain-relieving and healing nutrients to the ulcer. Key ingredients are menthol, citrus oil, and sea salt. In the 248-person primary study (J. Phar Sci., Dec. 2004), in most cases, a single patch healed the sore, and every user experienced immediate pain relief and total protection from food and drink irritants for 8 hours or more. Canker Cover shortened the duration of sores from an average of 9.5 days to an average of 1.5 days. Additional Canker Cover information is available at www.cankercover.com.
For more information on Quantum Health products, call (800) 448-1448 or visit www.quantumhealth.com.
Scratch-free phosphor plate positioner
Phosphor-Ray™, a new bi-secting angle technique tool from Steri-shield, holds your indirect digital phosphor plates without harming or scratching the phosphor surface. In addition, Phosphor-Ray produces excellent bi-secting angle shots of the entire mouth. One end of it functions for all posterior angles, the other end for anterior angles. Phosphor-Ray is inexpensive, easy to use, and disposable.
For more information or free samples, call (800) 699-7220 or visit www.steri-shield.com.
Waterpik® introduces Waterpik Ultra
The Waterpik Ultra is the newest addition to the dental water jet line. The contemporary design is smaller, quieter, and extremely easy to use. The unit features an advanced pressure-control system with 10 settings for precise customization to meet individual needs. A high-volume, covered reservoir accepts most antimicrobial solutions. The cover helps keep the device clean, prevents spilling, and also serves as a storage space for the tip attachments. Eight attachments are included for individual preference and multiple users, which includes three jet tips, three tongue cleaners, one Pik Pocket® tip, and a new orthodontic tip. The orthodontic tip is designed with a tapered brush to remove plaque around fixed appliances, while gentle pulsating water cleans interproximally and subgingivally.
For more information, visit waterpik.com and take advantage of complimentary continuing-education programs and patient-education brochures, which include a $5 rebate.
Sultan Healthcare launches INSTAFRESH™
Sultan Healthcare introduces INSTAFRESH instant hand sanitizer and the TOUCH-LESS™ sanitizer dispenser. Available directly through Sultan’s global network of distribution partners, INSTAFRESH was designed to decontaminate and refresh hands quickly without the use of water in a hygienic, no-touch dispenser. INSTAFRESH is a 70% ethanol formulation that complies with CDC hand hygiene recommendations. It provides 99.9% effectiveness in 30 seconds against pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella choleraesuis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Herpes Simplex Type 1, Influenza A2, and HIV-1 (AIDS Virus).
INSTAFRESH contains special moisturizers to keep hands soft and clean, reducing dryness and cracking. No sticky residue or overpowering fragrance will remain on hands. Its low-viscosity formulation makes it easy to spread on hands.
For more details, call (800) 637-8582 or visit www.sultanhealthcare.com.
Three new Spiffies™ tooth wipes
Spiffies™ Baby Tooth Wipes, individually packaged, disposable tooth and gum cleaners, are now available in all-natural Baby Grape and Baby Apple flavors, plus new Spiffies Tooth Wipes for all ages is available in natural Mmmango flavor. Spiffies contain Xylitol, a safe, natural ingredient proven to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Just wrap a Spiffies towelette around a finger and rub it over teeth and gums after every meal. Buy Spiffies at Bashas’ Supermarkets, at www.spiffies.com, or by calling (888) 615-0751. A box of 24 costs $5.75; a tri-pack with 24 of each of three flavors costs just $15.75 (shipping extra).
For a free sample, send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to DR Products, 3305 N. Swan Road #109, PMB 431, Tucson, AZ 85712. Or, for samples and information, call Bill Sklar at (520) 299-2830 or e-mail [email protected].
Brasseler USA unveils ET Illustra™
ET Illustra™ esthetic composite polishers from Brasseler USA contain proprietary filler shape technology that creates abrasive particles without aggressive acute angles. A superb high-gloss shine is achieved, and anatomical details are more readily retained on the surface of your restoration, through a burnishing or “micro milling” effect. Conventional polisher abrasive particles polish because of their acute cutting angles, resulting in a micro “scratching” effect on the surface of your restoration. Unfortunately, that can tend to erase the fine anatomical details you have just placed in the surface of your restoration.
For more information, call (800) 841-4522 or visit www.brasselerusa.com.
Lip Clear Lysine + heals cold sores faster
Quantum Health’s Lip Clear Lysine + Cream heals most Herpes Simplex I sores in fewer than four days, according to a study conducted at Southern California University. The study was published in the July 2005 issue of Journal of Alternative Medicine. With no treatment, cold sores are expected to last 10 to 14 days before crusting. Super Lysine + showed remarkable efficacy in shortening the duration of cold sores. Median healing time was one-half to a full day shorter than in studies on Abreva and Acyclovir.
For more information, call (800) 448-1448, or visit quantumhealth.com.
Pulpdent offers patient brochure on sealants
Pulpdent Corporation, manufacturer of Embrace™ WetBond™ Pit and Fissure Sealant, is offering an informative patient brochure that promotes patient education, oral health, and also serves as a practice builder. The new brochure explains how sealants are applied and why they work. Frequently asked questions such as “When should teeth be sealed?” and “How long will the sealants last?” are answered. Illustrations show how the fast, easy, painless procedure is performed.
It includes a brief summary of a clinical study to demonstrate the success of Embrace sealant use. The study showed that after a minimum of two years, none of the 1,102 teeth had developed caries on the sealed surfaces. Embrace is the first sealant resin that can be applied to moist teeth. It integrates with tooth structure, forming a margin-free interface that virtually eliminates microleakage.
The Pulpdent Sealant Brochure is available upon request. Simply call Pulpdent at (800) 343-4342 or request via e-mail at [email protected], subject: sealant brochure.
Diamond Perio Kit
Acteon® introduces the Diamond Perio Kit (F00931), a complete range of diamond-coated mini tips designed for sub-gingival plaque control.
In the kit, you will find three tips (H1 - Universal, H2L - Left, and H2R - Right), three color-coded autoclavable wrenches, and one autoclavable translucent box for storing the wrenches and tips.
These diamond-coated mini tips act as periodontal files used to follow ultrasonic debridement done with Acteon’s Perio Kit. They are designed to remove calculus from very narrow inter-root spaces and furcations and can be oriented vertically or horizontally to instrument the cementum surface down to the bottom of the pocket. They are also recommended for the debridement of periodontal abscesses, odontoplasty during non-surgical treatments, and the removal of granulated soft tissue.
These inserts are designed to be used with the state-of-the-art Newtron® technology found in Acteon’s Satelec® Piezo-Ultrasonic units.
For more information, call (800) 289-6367 or e-mail [email protected].
Oral-B launches new line of rechargable toothbrushes
Oral-B has introduced Oral-B Vitality, a new toothbrush line that makes Oral-B’s oscillating-rotating technology available to consumers for under $20. Vitality is clinically proven to remove four times more plaque than a manual toothbrush and reaches deep between teeth and along the gum for a deeper and more thorough clean. The introduction of this line of innovative toothbrushes also marks the first time that sonic brushing technology is available to consumers at an affordable price point.
Although 50 percent of adults have some form of gingivitis, and 78 percent have one or more cavities or fillings, fewer than two in 10 Americans enjoy the superior benefits a rechargeable toothbrush provides. Affordably priced Vitality represents a significant opportunity to dramatically increase the number of consumers who use the proven plaque-fighting toothbrush technology to keep their mouth clean and enjoy better oral health.
Vitality will be available nationwide to consumers at drug, grocery, and mass stores in August. It will be offered at a suggested retail price of $19.99.
For more information, visit www.oralbprofessional.com.
