N’Durance Dimer Flow is the only flowable composite based on nano-dimer technology. That means that it offers extremely low shrinkage while allowing high polymerization. N’Durance Dimer Flow is easy to use, won’t slump, and polishes up beautifully. Dimer Flow has a medium viscosity, so it won’t run, drip, or be too stiff during placement. The extremely high radiopacity allows the clinician to differentiate tooth structure from the restoration without guessing. For more information, call (800) 872-8305 or visit septodontusa.com.

The recently introduced Composi-Tight 3D Sectional Matrix System features the all-new Soft Face 3D-Ring with contoured soft-silicone faces that mold sectional matrix bands to the teeth. The result is an improved anatomical shape without buccal or lingual flash when performing Class II posterior composite restorations. Each 3D-Ring tip has a firm core that directs the ring tension interproximally for increased tooth separation and tighter contacts. For more information, call (888) 437-0032 or visit garrisondental.com.

Only Discus Dental’s NiteWhite ACP and DayWhite ACP take-home whitening systems contain amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP), potassium nitrate, and fluoride to provide unparalleled whitening while also rebuilding enamel, reducing fadeback, improving luster, and dramatically reducing sensitivity. No need to take up space in a refrigerator because the patented dual-barrel syringes provide the necessary stability to maintain shelf life without refrigeration. Also, send your patients home with your contact information by personalizing your kits for no additional cost. For more information, call (800) 422-9448.

With unique resin technology and a tertiary-butanol solvent providing a breakthrough in adhesive technology, XP BOND offers substantially smaller nanofiller particles to deliver a more densely packed bonding matrix. It provides optimal film thickness with excellent visibility and wide wet-to-dry prep tolerance. It can be used as a light-cure, self-cure, and dual-cure adhesive in combination with the self-cure activator. For more information, call (800) 532-2855.

COUNTER-FIT Multi-Purpose Replication Silicone provides exact replication—superior to alginate—for all procedures when alginate would normally be used. It sets in about the same time as alginate, is thixotropic, and provides outstanding replication detail without drags. Remaining stable for years, it is easily disinfected and can be poured immediately and/or multiple times, something that cannot be done with alginate. For more information, call (800) 265-3444.

Renamel NANO has been newly reformulated to combine easy handling (nonstick and no slump) with excellent aesthetics—receiving a perfect score in an independent evaluation. This all-purpose nanohybrid composite can be used both anteriorly and posteriorly and is now 82% filled to give clinicians stronger, longer-lasting restorations. The unique Renamel formulation is easy to work with, extremely wear-resistant, and highly aesthetic. Renamel NANO comes in 16 shades in 5-g syringes and 0.25-g single-use compules. For more information, call (800) 621-6729 or visit cosmedent.com.

Profluorid, a thin frowning 5% sodium fluoride, sets quickly in the presence of saliva, providing immediate and long-lasting results. It is available in adult’s dose (0.4 mL) and children’s dose (0.2 mL). Patients like the natural melon flavor without the aftertaste of some other brands. The white transparent color makes the material invisible on the teeth. For more information, call (888) 658-2584 or visit vocoamerica.com.

With an ultrarigid Shore-D hardness of 43, Futar D PVS bite registration material is recommended by occlusion experts all over the world because of its rigidity and accuracy. It is easy to apply with a standard 1:1 extrusion gun and is very thixotropic, so it will not run into interproximal spaces, making it easier to remove. It cures to a high-luster finish and has impressive permanent dimensional stability, virtually eliminating the risk of deformation. For more information, call (877) KEBA-123 or visit kettenbachusa.com.

The majority of daily dental office noise levels fall between 85 and 105 dB. Dentists and their staff can be adequately protected from long-term hearing loss with as little as 10 dB of noise reduction. The FiltEars dental hearing protection earplugs provide a higher level of protection with 20 dB of noise reduction, more than adequate noise protection for most dental office environments. They are offered with a neck cord and storage case. For more information, call (800) 423-3270 or visit appliancetherapy.com.

The new Triotray is an exceptionally rigid and accurate posterior impression tray, producing consistently successful impressions while eliminating the frustration caused by poorly fitting crowns due to distorted impressions. The tray’s sturdy metal frame with unique side tabs controls the tongue and avoids the major cause of post-impression “bounce back,” and its thinness and strength in the retro-molar area allow patients to close easily and comfortably in centric occlusion (maximum intercuspation position). For more information, call (800) 811-3949.

Venus White take-home whitening gel, the newest member of Heraeus Kulzer’s Venus family of products, is a complementary step in the Venus Smile aesthetic system, which offers cosmetic products for both direct and indirect applications. The high-performance, mint-flavored whitening gel is available in 16% and 22% strengths and offers shelf-stable whitening that outperforms traditional hydrogen whitening products. It contains potassium nitrate, which helps decrease sensitivity associated with bleaching. For more information, call (800) 431-1785 or visit smilebyvenus.com.

Aesthetic and flow composites provide the most effective direct restorative technology available today. CLEARFIL MAJESTY Esthetic is a universal nanohybrid composite providing a combination of single-shade, intuitive color matching with Kuraray’s new LD technology. CLEARFIL MAJESTY Flow is a highly filled, radiopaque, microhybrid composite used for a variety of applications, direct restorations, posterior restorations, and IDS procedures for indirect restorations. For more information, call (800) 879-1676.

Clinpro 5000 1.1% Sodium Fluoride Anti-Cavity Toothpaste delivers more fluoride, helps strengthen enamel, and helps reverse white spot lesions better than a conventional 5,000-ppm prescription fluoride toothpaste or a 900-ppm fluoride topical cream containing calcium phosphate. Containing an innovative tricalcium phosphate ingredient available exclusively from 3M ESPE, it is offered in a 4-oz tube that enhances patient compliance between office visits. For more information, call (800) 634-2249 or visit 3mespe.com/preventivecare.

Featuring a preshaped contact and a flexible wing that separates the teeth and firmly seals the cervical margin, FenderMate inserts as easily and rapidly as a wedge. With its optimal matrix curvature, matrix and wedge are inserted as one and can be placed in only 5 seconds—ready for restoration, no ring needed. The unique wedge design with collapsing wing accommodates most approximal spaces. It is available in 4 sizes or as an assortment kit. For more information, call (800) 284-3368.

E4D Dentist is designed with the patient and dental professional in mind. The E4D system is an easy-to-use, chairside CAD/CAM system revolutionizing modern dentistry. Sameday crowns, inlays, onlays, and veneers increase productivity, provide a tremendous convenience for patients, and provide complete control of the final restoration. For more information, visit d4dtech.com.

Tokuyama Bond Force is a single-component, 1-application, seventh-generation, fluoride-releasing, self-etching bonding system. Light-cured, it is designed to be used on both cut and uncut enamel and dentin. With patented SR monomer, it creates a 3-D link to the tooth, generating an extremely strong bond to enamel and dentin. For more information, call (877) 378-3548.

The LaserSmile’s easy-to-master whitening system reduces chair time and can be used for a number of FDA-cleared cosmetic, periodontal, and oral surgery procedures, all but ensuring a rapid return on investment. The fast, gentle whitening system works in 30 minutes of gel-to-tooth contact time versus 60 minutes for ordinary nonlaser systems. Proprietary Target Chromophore In-phase Accelerated Activation whitening technology speeds results and maximizes effectiveness. For more information, call (888) 424-6527.

The ERA Implant System for provisional and permanent applications combines the extremely popular ERA Overdenture Attachment with a narrow diameter (2.2 mm or 3.25 mm), self-tapping implant used to protect an osseous graft site and to immediately stabilize a complete denture on a temporary or permanent basis. For more information, call (800) 243-9942 or visit the Web site sterngold.com.

The new A-dec 300 system allows unprecedented integration of technology for its class and is well positioned to fit small spaces and conservative budgets. It offers customers a midlevel platform choice that’s lower in cost than the A-dec 500 yet maintains the high performance, service, and support that distinguish A-dec products. It offers a complete solution, including patient chair, delivery system, light, monitor, and assistant’s instrumentation. For more information, call (800) 547-1883 in the United States, (503) 538-7478 outside the United States, or visit a-dec300.com.

The Great White Z Diamond instrument has been exclusively designed to easily cut through zirconia crowns and substructures. It provides maximum cutting efficiency and effortless access through tough zirconia for endodontic treatment or simply to remove a crown when replacement is necessary. This allows practitioners to work quickly and efficiently while offering patients a more positive treatment experience. For more information, call (800) 535-2877 or visit sswhiteburs.com.

Building on the success of the world’s first system-based approach to endodontics and one of the world’s best-selling files, the GT Series XTM endo system is the next generation. Its revolutionary design innovations include fewer cutting flutes and wider, more open blade angles that significantly reduce core mass. A slimmer girth creates a nimble yet strong design. For more information, call (800) 662-1202 or visit tulsadentalspecialties.com.

The RealSeal 1 Bonded Obturator System features a resin-based (Resilon), coated core and sealer that create a bonded seal. The obturators dissolve with solvents, have dual radiopacity, and are latex-free. The system includes obturators (one pack each of size Nos. 25, 30, and 35), size verifiers (one pack each of size Nos. 25, 30, and 35), self-etch sealer, a dual-chamber obturator oven, and an instructional video. For more information, call (800) 346-ENDO (3636) or visit superiorfills.com.

EtchMaster tips roughen surfaces for maximum surface area cementation and increased bond strength with composite bonding, preventive sealants, brackets, crowns, veneers, and porcelain repair procedures. The disposable micro air-abrasive tips operate with no mess, using your chairside air via a simple handpiece adapter. The EtchMaster tips are a cost-effective replacement to traditional micro air-abrasive, etcher-type systems. For more information, call (800) 906-9298 or visit gromandental.com.

Snap-On Smile is the patented, noninvasive multipurpose restorative appliance that requires no drilling, injections, or adhesives. Patients can even eat with it. The new Snap-On Smile Practice Development Kit contains everything clinicians need to start offering Snap-On Smile to patients: vouchers for the first cases, a demonstration model, comprehensive instructions, a Snap-On Smile Finishing Kit, marketing materials, and much more. For more information, call (877) 7-SNAPON.

Mini Drive-Lock, a one-piece, small-diameter implant, is ideal for long-term denture stabilization or fixed prosthetics. Patented Cement-Over Abutments, available in 6 configurations, simply fit over the O-ball assembly and convert the implant from removable to fixed or orthodontic treatment options. The system’s unique Drive-Lock instrument reduces delivery and placement to one fluid motion. For more information, call (877) 330-0338 or visit intra-lock.com.

G-Cem Self-Adhesive Resin Luting Cement is now available in an easy-to-use automix syringe, allowing for easier delivery and increased volume control for larger restorations. The cement’s unique hydrophilic chemistry incorporates the strength of resin polymers with seventh-generation adhesive technologies, resulting in a cement that delivers consistently high bond strengths regardless of whether the tooth is moist or dry, with no risk of postoperative sensitivity. For more information, call (800) 323-7063 or visit gcamerica.com.

The Vista-Tec shield provides full facial protection (nose, mouth, and eyes) and an excellent optical view. Comfortable to wear and elegantly designed, it does not hinder communication with the patient. The shield is reusable, made of transparent, environment-friendly plastic, is scratch-resistant, and antiglare. For more information, visit polydentia.com.

The new CEREC AC (Acquisition Center) powered by Bluecam marks a significant technological advance in chairside CAD/CAM. At the heart of CEREC AC is the Bluecam handheld acquisition camera, which uses a highly visible blue light LED to capture digital impressions. Bluecam’s optics have been optimized for a greater depth of field and accuracy, and they have been coupled with increased computing power to display the most crisp, detailed digital impressions possible. For more information, call (800) 873-7683 or visit the Web site cereconline.com.

ParaPost ParaCore Automix 5-mL dual-cure core resin cement comes with narrow mixing tips for direct application into the canal, making post cementation and core buildup faster and easier. It can also be used for crown and bridge cementation. Using one material for cementation and core buildups provides an optimal “monoblock bond interface” between the post, cement, dentin, and crown, resulting in one cohesive restoration with outstanding durability and strength. ParaCore cuts like dentin and has a nonslumping, stackable consistency. For more information, call (800) 221-3046 or visit coltenewhaledent.com.

Straumann Emdogain is a resorbable, injectable material that aids in the body’s natural ability to regenerate the tissues (cementum, alveolar bone, and periodontal ligament) responsible for tooth attachment that has been damaged by various forms of periodontal disease. It is made from an animal (porcine) protein to help regenerate the fibers that are responsible for tooth attachment. In mammals, this protein is responsible for the original development of tooth attachment when teeth are forming. For more information, call (800) 448-8168 or visit straumannusa.com.

IMTEC’s Hybrid Implant offers a treatment plan for replacing teeth in areas with limited space. The patent-pending design of this implant enables placement with a microsurgical, flapless procedure much like the Sendax MDI placement protocol, making it the most minimally invasive implant of its size. For more information, call (800) 879-9799.

Styla, dentistry’s first microlaser, delivers excellent patient care with little or no anesthetic, bleeding, recession, swelling, or pain. Completely wire-free, Styla’s breakthrough design is only 6.9 in and 1.9 oz. Its features include 2 W of power, 8 preset procedures, prethreaded disposable tips, an intelligent gravity sensor, and rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. For more information, call (888) 876-4546 or visit zaplasers.com/styla.

The LUMINEERS Magnification System provides superior vision that improves the quality of work. Procedures can be performed faster and with greater accuracy, resulting in less or no need for anesthetics because sensitive tissues can be avoided. Perform even the most meticulous, detailed work for extended periods without eyestrain. These ultralightweight magnifiers with easy flip-up feature are easily adjusted to personal needs, do not block the working field, and provide clear, bright, 4-power magnified vision. For more information, call (800) 445-0345.

The Zeon Discovery is Orascoptic’s most powerful light ever. It features an ultralightweight (0.7 oz) headlamp that generates up to 7,000 foot-candles of bright, white light for thorough illumination. Among its other features are a battery pack design that employs push-button power and light intensity controls and a lithium-ion battery pack that will run all day (and recharge in just 3 hours). For more information, call (800) 369-3698 or visit orascoptic.com.

The ACCUPAL Comfortable Palatal Injection System, now FDA-registered and ready to ship anywhere in the United States, features a cordless, compact, handheld device that effectively preconditions oral tissue to receive virtually pain-free palatal or other intraoral dental injections that were previously unobtainable via manual injections or through the use of other devices. The device incorporates proven pain-reducing procedures, including the utilization of the Pain Gate theory and ultrasonic tissue stimulation. For more information, visit accupal.com.

The Aurora combines lightweight, ergonomic design with a large (11 mm) curing spot and superior depth of cure for optimal performance. The cordless Aurora’s high-intensity LED delivers twice the power of traditional lights. The optional Access Tip is an angled, glass fiber-light guide that rotates 360° for hard-to-reach areas. The Aurora comes with a 2-year warranty. For more information, call (800) 243-7446 or visit parkell.com.

Safe for all handpieces, Bio Lube Advanced Dental Handpiece Lubricant is the profession’s first “nano” lubricant. It solves problems that lead to costly handpiece repairs and replacements. Conventional lubricants simply serve as a barrier between 2 surfaces and are expelled at high speeds. Bio Lube actually forms a bond to metal and ceramic surfaces at the point of friction and does not get expelled. The results are faster, cleaner, quieter, and longer-lasting handpieces. For more information, call (800) 880-0240 or visit sdssouthland.com.

The Polaris intraoral camera combines exceptional images and ergonomic excellence. The patent-pending 330° swivel head enables you to capture all angles with ease, and the ergonomic design makes Polaris easy to hold and operate. Objects from 6 to 40 mm are automatically in sharp focus. Two models, Polaris USB and Universal, are available. For more information, call (516) 433-7676 or visit airtechniques.com.

Premier Enamel Pro Varnish dries clear, ensuring happy patients while delivering the proven results you’ve come to expect. It is the only fluoride varnish formulated to deliver ACP, providing 4 times more fluoride uptake than the leading transparent varnish. ACP also works together with fluoride to desensitize dentin. Enamel Pro Varnish is proven to diminish hydraulic conductance by 73%. Give your patients the clear benefit of using Enamel Pro Varnish. For more information, call (888) 670-6100.

The all-new, optically designed SurgiTel Micro250 is currently the lightest loupe in clinical magnification that provides you with an exceptional field of view (up to 6 in) and an extra-long depth of field (up to 14 in). Just add one of SurgiTel’s exclusive Oakley frames to the Micro250, and you will have a fantastic combination of magnification, comfort, and style. For more information, call (800) 959-0153.

KUT Carbide Burs are designed to cut both tooth structure and existing restorative materials quickly and aggressively. The carbides do not catch, grab, or stall in harder-to-cut materials such as semiprecious or precious crown metals or amalgam. Another advantage of carbide burs is their low initial cost. KUT Carbide Burs are priced to be disposable but can be effectively sterilized. For more information, call (888) 768-1230.

ALL-BOND SE is a light-cured, self-etching adhesive that combines etching, priming, and bonding in a single step. The first self-etch adhesive to earn the ALL-BOND name, it is universal in its application, bonding light-, dual-, and self-cured materials for direct and indirect restorations. It is now offered in the ACE dispenser/cartridge system for added simplicity and easy delivery. For more information, call (800) 247-3368 or visit bisco.com.

The Rescue implant line features diameters of 6 to 8 mm and lengths of 5 to 13 mm. While the implants were designed for fractured or failed fixtures, their surgical placement has numerous functions. In Mega’Gen’s worldwide multicenter study, it documented implant cases placed in immediate extraction sockets as well as minimal bone situations beneath the sinus and above the foramen. For more information, call (866) 277-5662.

An alternative to the mandibular block, the STA Single Tooth Anesthesia System allows dentists to precisely administer an intraligamentary injection that rapidly anesthetizes a single tooth rather than an entire quadrant. The STA System provides real-time visual and audio feedback and verbal announcements using the proprietary CompuFlo and Dynamic Pressure Sensing technologies to measure the precise exit pressure of anesthetic as it is injected into tissues of varying density. For more information, call (888) STA-NUMB (782-6862).

Forendo Paste endodontic filling material promotes healing and inhibits bacterial growth in the root canal. Bactericidal and bacteriostatic, it is recommended for routine use as a disinfecting root canal dressing between office visits to prevent flare-ups and for treatment of infected root canals, abscesses, periapical lesions, perforations, exudation, root resorption, traumatic injuries, and for apexification and apexogenesis. It can also be used alone as a temporary canal disinfectant. For more information, call (800) 343-4342 or visit the Web site pulpdent.com.

The iTero enables the dentist to take a powder-free digital scan of the patient’s teeth and bite, make any necessary adjustments in real time, and then transmit the file via a wireless Internet connection to Cadent, where a precision-milled model is created and shipped to the any laboratory within 48 hours. The iTero partner labs may also import the iTero STL file into their lab-based CAD/CAM milling systems for direct production of copings and full-coverage CAD/CAM restorations. For more information, visit cadentitero.com.

PreXion 3D is a dental cone beam CT scanner that delivers high-resolution images, a simultaneous panoramic function, powerful diagnostic 3-D planning tools, proprietary data-processing hardware, a true network client, and profession-leading ease-of-use software, among many other advantages. The PreXion 3D produces the highest image quality in the profession and is designed for dental offices performing implant procedures, periodontists, endodontists, oral-maxillofacial surgeons, and other needs. For more information, call (650) 212-0300 or visit prexion.com.

Ni-Ti SuperFlex tips provide increased flexibility, better flow, and long-lasting performance. The 30-gauge tip, considered to be the “gold standard” in endo irrigation, lasts 2 times longer and is 14% more flexible than previous tips. Adjustable and autoclavable, it has a universal luer lock design and is slotted and side-vented for safe irrigation. For more information, call (877) 418-4782.

The NuTorque electric handpiece system, from DentalEZ Group’s line of StarDental products, features a user-friendly intuitive touchscreen display that makes procedures more efficient and productive. It provides 8 memory presets—3 presets for common procedures such as cavity preparation, caries removal, and polishing and 5 endo memory presets. Fully customizable presets are factory set for commonly used gear ratios, rpms, and torque settings. It also has several other features. For more information, call (866) DTE-INFO or visit dentalez.com.

The Air King America Surgical is a 45° surgical high-speed handpiece with speeds up to 450,000 rpm. It eliminates air to the surgical site while allowing for proper cooling with nonatomized water spray. Ergonomically designed and ultralightweight (1.2 oz), it is autoclavable and accepts FG burs or long-shank surgical burs. It is now available in push button or standard head. For more information, call (800) 221-0750 or visit medidenta.com.

With the 0.5-oz One Spot LED Power Light, general practitioners as well as specialists have an easily adaptable power light to fit most any glasses or loupe system. Offered with 3 battery options (AAA, AA, and a rechargeable Li-Ion), the light’s low voltage guarantees many hours of working time (up to 13 hours at optimal output). The lifetime of its bulb is more than 100,000 hours. For more information, call (800) 328-2335 or visit hagerworldwide.com.

The Herculite Ultra nanohybrid composite offers advanced nanofiller technology and delivers superior aesthetics and optimal handling. Its chameleon-like blending improves the lifelike appearance of the final restoration by replicating the opalescence and fluorescence of the natural tooth, and its high polishability and strength and endurance are unique to the Herculite brand. The resin matrix science remains unchanged in Herculite Ultra. For more information, call (800) KERR-123 or visit kerrdental.com.

The award-winning Isolite i2 dryfield illuminator can do what most dental professionals struggle with every day: controlling the tongue and saliva. The Isolite dryfield illuminator comfortably controls the tongue, cheek, and oral humidity 2 quadrants at a time in only a few seconds. With this high-tech isolation, procedures go 20% to 30% faster. For more information, call (800) 560-6066.

Weighing only 55 g (1.9 oz), the SOPRO 617 is the latest addition to SOPRO’s intraoral camera line. It delivers exceptional image quality by way of its new optical system equipped with an aspheric lens and the latest-generation LEDs that utilize condensers to focus the light and produce a very powerful beam. Distortion is eliminated, the image is luminous, and the shading effect is minimized. Its 105° angle of view (a 15° increase) differentiates it from other cameras. For more information, call (800) 289-6367.

The BeautiBond is a seventh-generation bonding agent with bond strengths comparable to fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-generation materials. It is available in a convenient unit-dose (0.1 mL) delivery system for easy, one-step application with a single coat. A light-cure, self-etching adhesive, it offers fast, efficient 30-second delivery, eliminating unnecessary steps. BeautiBond contains unique dual functional catalysts that work independently for durable bond strength to both enamel and dentin. For more information, call (800) 827-4638 or visit shofu.com.

Designed for preserving the buccal bone and extracting any tooth in any condition, GoldenMisch’s Physics Forceps line of beak and bumper instruments allows clinicians to do away with elevators, burs, and surgery. The instruments remove teeth efficiently, predictably, and virtually atraumatically, regardless of how much crown is present. In fact, the worse condition the tooth is in, the easier the extraction. For more information, call (877) 987-2284 or visit goldenmisch.com.

SonicMax is a new and advanced sonic endo handpiece that bridges the gap between old sonic and old ultrasonic technology to create a new standard in vibratory endodontic debridement. SonicMax accepts all files, hand, engine including Ni-Ti files, and ultrasonic. SonicMax doubles as an air scaler with the included 3 scaling tips and a calcification tip. For more information, call (888) 629-6294.

The Q-Finishers are a series of specifically designed crosscut carbide composite finishing burs. The crosscut finishing on the Q-Finisher burs provides both rapid bulk reduction (shaping) and surface smoothing in a single pass. This eliminates one of the polishing steps, offering the fine and the extrafine procedures in a single instrument. The finishing and polishing segment of the composite restoration procedure can now be reduced to just 2 steps. For more information, call (888) KOMET-USA (566-3887) or visit komet-usa.com.

The Midwest Stylus ATC (adaptive torque control) is the dental profession’s only air-powered adaptive control handpiece. For the first time in history, air and electric handpieces have been fused into a single handpiece system. It delivers the power and efficiency of electric handpieces without sacrificing the superior access, light weight, and familiar comfort of conventional high-speeds, and its patented ATC technology actively senses the need for torque. For more information, call (800) 989-8826 or visit professional.dentsply.com or stylusatc.com.

The LumiNRG, an autoclavable LED illuminated mirror and instrument holder, provides a bright, focused, miniature light that can reduce the need to use a bulky overhead light. It can be used with standard threaded or unthreaded mirrors and with tips and instruments, scalers, or pluggers provided they have a standard 3-mm threaded diameter. The desired instrument’s angle can be adjusted for optimal illumination. For more information, call (888) 429-0240 or visit medicnrg.com.

Instrument washing is quick and efficient with SciCan’s Hydrim L110w, a professional-grade machine that can clean 10 full-size cassettes or 20 hygiene cassettes in a rapid 25-minute cycle, followed by warm-air drying. The user-friendly touchscreen control makes it easy to select a cycle and monitor its progress. A large window, 3 powerful wash-arms, and an integrated dosing system for SciCan’s instrument-friendly HIP chemical complete the system. For more information, call (800) 572-1211.

The cordless VITA Easyshade Compact, the second generation of the VITA Easyshade device, delivers instant, accurate shades in both VITA 3D-Master and VITA Classical shades, regardless of lighting conditions and other elements that can lead to improper shade measurement. It eliminates the subjectivity often found when shade-taking with the naked eye caused by reasons like eye fatigue and ambient light. Its LED provides consistent lighting and minimizes the need to replace the bulb. For more information, call (800) 828-3839 or visit easyshadecompact.com.

The standard Microlux illuminator is now offered as a Microlux with mirror kit. Powered by high-intensity LEDs, the Microlux Mirror provides powerful light in difficult-to-see areas of the mouth. Protective sleeves are available for the handle, and the front surface mirror is autoclavable. The Microlux is a multipurpose unit. Simply change light guides and you have a transilluminator, oral cancer screener, endo fiber lite to locate canals, and an illuminated perio probe. For more information, call (203) 778-0200, extension 104, or visit addent.com.

The Invisalign Assist provides dentists with built-in product assistance and software tools to help ensure treatment success during their initial Invisalign cases. It offers step-by-step support for case assessment and treatment planning, virtual setup and aligner delivery, progress monitoring and staged shipment of aligners, and treatment finishing and retention. Invisalign Assist relies on Align Technology’s experience from data gained from more than one million Invisalign patients in treatment worldwide. For more information, call (888) 882-5446 or visit invisalignassist.com.

Chairside 2009, the latest edition of Consult-PRO’s patient education software, features more than 800 presentations and offers dynamic features such as full audio and total customization. WEBLINK allows patients to sample 3-D animated presentations and directs them to dental offices for more detailed consultations. For more information, call (800) 519-6569 or visit consult-pro.com.

The HealthFirst “emergent-ez” e-cart system is a mobile oxygen supply unit complete with a demand and resuscitation valve. The system, when combined with a basic emergency kit, prepares your office for common emergencies. The oxygen supply, on a wheeled cart, can be quickly moved to an emergency. For more information, call (800) 331-1984 or visit healthfirstcorp.com.

The FDA-cleared Perio Trays are manufactured with a customized seal and extensions for each tooth. The special design overcomes crevicular flow to place doctor-prescribed medication into gingival crevices or periodontal pockets. When the trays are used to deliver and maintain antimicrobials subgingivally, in accordance with the Perio Protect Method, research shows that the medication can kill 99.98% of periopathogens. For more information, call (866) 693-3400 or visit perioprotect.com.

EndoSequence BC Sealer is a revolutionary, premixed, and injectable root canal sealer utilizing new bioceramic technology. Its extremely small particle size allows it to flow readily into canal irregularities and even dentinal tubules. Unlike traditional sealers, EndoSequence BC Sealer has absolutely no shrinkage. This highly radiopaque and hydrophilic sealer uses the moisture naturally present in dentin to initiate and complete the setting reaction, and it is antibacterial during setting due to its highly alkaline pH. For more information, call (800) 841-4522.

The PrepCheck prep-marking system promotes adequate reduction, allowing ideal thickness of the final restoration and ensuring superior strength and aesthetics. PrepCheck tabs have a special coating that marks the tooth in areas that need to be reduced. Three Prep-Check sizes are offered: 1 mm, 1.5 mm, and 2 mm. For more information, call (888) 853-5773.

The new NTI Guide Pin Diamonds provide an easy and predictable method for achieving an accurate result for any highly demanding preparation. The innovative feature of the diamonds is the pin itself: it is located at the tip of each diamond. This pin limits the depth of cut of the diamond while simultaneously eliminating the “lipping” that commonly occurs with chamfer preparations. For more information, call (800) 355-5063 or visit axisdental.com.

Developed by Dr. Rod Kurthy, the KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching System provides predictable, intense whitening results, even on tetracycline-stained cases, and solves the bleaching sensitivity issue by protecting the tooth’s pulp from the bleaching product. Evolve is the first bleaching product company to refrigerate its entire line of bleaching gels from the instant of manufacture until received by the dental practice, ensuring superior and consistent efficacy. For more information, call (866) 763-7753 or visit korwhitening.com.

The Metalift Crown and Bridge Removal System removes inlays, three-quarter crowns, full crowns, and fixed bridges without destroying them, thus allowing them to be reused. The system is gentle on patients and their teeth. For more information, call (800) 928-9289.

Atlas revolutionizes stabilization of mandibular dentures with the proprietary Tuf-Link silicone reline material. Tuf-Link grasps on and around the Atlas’s dome-shaped head, eliminating cumbersome housings, O-rings, and adhesives. The entire procedure is performed in a one-hour chairside visit, is minimally invasive, and extremely economical. Attend Dentatus’s 4-CE hands-on workshop, where you will perform the procedure start to finish on a model later used for patient education. For more information, call (800) 323-3136 or visit dentatus.com.

The Bien-Air Optima MX system carries the most powerful brushless electric motor ever made for dental professionals. Offering 100% more torque over the broadest RPM range of any motor currently available, the MX motor can accomplish high-speed and low-speed applications with only one attachment. For more information, call (800) 433-BIEN (2436).

Vivaneers are an ideal solution for patients who want to enhance their smile with no shots, no drills, and little to no preparation. Made of porcelain capable of being pressed as thin as 0.3 mm, Vivaneers are carefully hand-waxed to shape the ideal contours. After waxing, they are invested and pressed with a preblended, extrahigh-strength ceramic ingot that maintains a high flexural strength of 167 MPa. For more information, call (800) 854-7256 or visit glidewell-lab.com.

With Flashbuster composite fiber burs, users can remove stains and residual composite with no damage to enamel or porcelain, trim resin flash from restorations, and remove orthodontic cement. Ideal for difficult proximal or lingual areas, they are available in 8 shapes, 6 per pack, and are autoclavable for multiple use. For more information, call (800) 827-7940.

Michael Tischler, DDS, FAGD, provides general dentists with a comprehensive overview of dental implants and extraction site bone grafting in his 2-set, 4-hour DVD, divided into 11 chapters for easy review. By viewing the DVD, general dentists will understand the techniques and materials needed to graft an extraction site. Five ADA CERP credits are available after viewing. For more information, call (845) 684-4282.

Obtura Spartan enhances its clinically proven Obtura heated gutta-percha system with the introduction of the Obtura III MAX that offers a completely retooled electronic board to improve the reliability you have come to expect from Obtura. Obtura has also reduced the heat radiation near patient-contact surfaces to ensure patient comfort. Obtura is so confident in the Obtura III Max that it has doubled its warranty to 2 years. For more information, call (800) 344-1321 or visit obtura.com.

TheVELscope Vantage system, an advanced version of LED Dental’s VELscope Oral Cancer Screening System, now offers the following special features: a more powerful lamp technology that provides better fluorescence and improved camera imaging; a 2-year comprehensive warranty; enough disposable products (VELcaps and VELsheaths) to cover 200 screenings; a camera adapter kit for digital photography; and access to several CE courses related to use of the system. For more information, call (888) 541-4614 or visit velscope.com.

EyeMag loupes combine high-quality optics with sophisticated design. Both Prism and Galilean loupe types are available in a flip-up configuration, which make the product offering extremely flexible, allowing for an ergonomic working position. The EyeMag Light, a compact, portable LED headlight system, complements the EyeMag loupes, offering bright, even illumination. For more information, visit meditec.com (800) 442-4020.

Manufactured with Swiss precision, Diatech gold diamonds offer the highest level of performance and durability at a reasonable cost. Diatech’s exclusive multilevel diamond application ensures maximum, uniform crystal coverage for rapid, smooth, comfortable cutting. Diatech only uses natural diamonds for superior cutting efficiency and long instrument life. For more information, call (800) 222-1851 or visit diatechusa.com.

OptraStick is an easy-to-use, flexible plastic instrument that enables clinicians and dental technicians to easily pick up, hold, and place/handle indirect restorations. Even if only slight pressure is applied, OptraStick’s adhesive tip precisely adheres to a wide range of small objects such as inlays, onlays, crowns, or veneers. The tip can be easily bent and flexed in all directions to accommodate a variety of clinical or laboratory situations. For more information, call (800) 533-6825. In Canada, call (800) 263-8182.

CAESY DVD 2009, the latest version of CAESY’s patient education software for operatories and consulting rooms, explains diagnoses, procedures, alternatives, and post-op instructions. It contains more than 25 new and updated presentations to further enhance patient education, aiding the entire dental profession. It also contains a more comprehensive hygiene section with new modules on both full-mouth debridement and prophylaxis. For more information, call (800) 294-8504 or visit caesy.com.

Identafi 3000 multispectral cancer screening system represents a quantum leap in the visualization of mucosal abnormalities, including oral cancer or premalignant dysplasia. The technology not only is effective in screening for oral cancers but also has future applications in the screening and diagnosing of cervical, gastrointestinal, skin, and bladder cancers. Unlike other methods, Identafi 3000 empowers doctors and dentists to pinpoint biochemical and morphological changes in cells. For more information, call (888) 984-9525.

Breeze self-adhesive resin cement is formulated with advanced resin technology to provide the strongest retention available in a self-adhesive automix cement. By eliminating the individual etching, priming, bonding, and mixing steps, Breeze enables the dentist to cement and place restorations quickly and efficiently, minimizing chair time and virtually eliminating post-op sensitivity. For more information, call (800) 551-0283 or visit pentron.com.

InStyle Smile, removable veneers exclusively from Trident Dental Laboratories, provides an easy, affordable solution to obtain an aesthetically pleasing smile for patients who are hesitant to accept restorative treatment. They are ideal for any occasion (weddings, dinner parties, job interviews, etc) and give patients the confidence to accept permanent restorative treatment. You can put your patients on the fast track to a perfect, beautiful smile. For more information, call (800) 221-4831.

The Bioclear Matrix System, a comprehensive replacement for metal matrices and wedges, includes the world’s first diastema closure matrix that eliminates tooth gapping. Bioclear also helps regenerate papillae to eliminate the “black triangle.” Bioclear’s Class II composites are substantially more biomimetic (round embrasures, broad contacts). Translucent components allow buccal-lingual light curing. A one-step, injection-molded composite process reduces voids and seams. Bioclear matrices are tooth- and surface-specific. For more information, call (253) 961-4935 or visit bioclearmatrix.com.

When a gum shade can’t be matched, the Lucitone FRS Partial is available in clear. A flexible, lightweight partial that snaps into place around the patient’s existing teeth, it is made thin, eliminating the heavy feeling common with other partials, and its clear material blends with the natural appearance of a patient’s gums. For more information, call (866) 905-1111 or visit globaldentalsolutions.com.

Dazzle features an exclusive formulation designed to efficiently absorb light energy coming from various dental curing lights. Photochemical mediators found in its patent-pending powder mix accelerate peroxide activation and shorten the bleaching process time. There is no sensitivity or discomfort thanks to its cold type of photochemical activation. For more information, call (877) 342-3368.

Sun Dental Labs’ SunSparkle cleaning system cleans and disinfects Sunflex partials, dentures, cast partials, ortho retainers, night guards, and other dental appliances. Featuring a disinfecting cleaner with Sun Dental’s battery-powered sonic bath to remove stains and plaque, it will remove tobacco, coffee, tea stains, and rock-hard buildup while removing odors. For more information, call (866) 561-9777.

The Endo-Express/SafeSiders Instrumentation System is simple to use and offers excellent results for a fraction of the cost of traditional rotary systems. It makes rotary irrelevant. Eliminate the fear of fracture of crown-down systems and the shortcomings of the step-back process. Unlike rotary, reciprocation prevents binding. For more information, call (800) 22-FLEXI or visit the Web site edsdental.com.

Micro-Stix is a disposable placement instrument designed to securely hold and place fragile or small restorations. It utilizes the latest technology in adhesive coating to create the most practical handle for veneers, crowns, inlays, onlays, bands, brackets, and numerous other objects. For more information, call (866) 866-8698 or visit microbrush.com.

Unlike many brands of fluoride varnish, DMG America’s ClearShield 5% Sodium Fluoride Varnish goes on clear, thin, and smooth without the unpleasant clumping or gritty feeling other varnishes leave behind. And since there is no yellow discoloration, patient acceptance is much greater. Like all of DMG America’s Kolorz products, it is manufactured with proprietary flavorings developed by gourmet food-industry professionals. Its watermelon and soon-to-be-released Bubblegum flavor are guaranteed to taste better than other fluoride varnishes. For more information, call (800) 662-6383 or visit dmg-america.com.

Novalar’s OraVerse (phentolamine mesylate) injection local anesthesia reversal agent accelerates the return to normal sensation and function for patients who want to avoid unwanted and unnecessary lingering soft-tissue anesthesia. In nationwide trials involving 636 patients, it has been proven safe and effective for adults and children 6 years of age and older and weighing more than 33 lbs. Patients who received OraVerse experienced a return to normal sensation and function in approximately half the time. For more information, call (888) 888-1441.

Releasing large amounts of fluoride, the Riva Protect glass ionomer sealant, protector, and liner chemically bonds to the tooth surface without the need for etching or applying an adhesive. Furthermore, its special nanotechnology additive, amorphous calcium phosphate, greatly assists in remineralization of the tooth structure. It adds extra calcium and phosphate to the tooth interface, which combines with fluoride from the glass in Riva Protect to reform natural tooth structure. For more information, call (800) 228-5166 or visit sdi.com.au.

SomnoDent MAS, a highly effective solution for the majority of patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, comes in 2 versions: SomnoDent MAS Acrylic and the new SomnoDent MAS Flex. It is a custom-made appliance that permits normal mouth opening, is easily adjustable, is unrestricting on tongue space, and has extensive clinical research supporting its effectiveness. SomnoMed also offers continuing education courses on dental sleep medicine. For more information, call (888) 447-6673 or visit somnomed.com.

SpectraFill is a critically acclaimed anterior/posterior nanomicrohybrid composite resin. It is highly aesthetic and wear-resistant, providing excellent handling, strength, and polishability. It has been awarded the Editor’s Choice Award by The Dental Advisor, reserved for high-quality products that have a significant impact on the profession. SpectraFill and a complete line of restoratives are offered at the lowest prices available to the dental profession. For more information, call (800) 280-7726 or visit glasspan.com.

Temrex CR is a noneugenol temporary cement especially formulated for controlled retention (CR) so it is easy to remove after dependably holding between visits. A 2-paste system, it automixes from a dual syringe, providing an even mixture with minimal waste, and it is compatible with all permanent cements. For more information, call (800) 645-1226.

The AM3 Dental Chair has a smooth, ergonomic design with aseptic cushions that are available in more than 150 colors. The easy-access drop-down arms, quiet motor operation with a lift capacity of 800 lbs, and an adjustable preset add to the overall value of the chair. You can install any delivery system to the AM3 Dental Chair or use it as a freestanding chair. It comes with a 10-year warranty. For more information, call (800) 423-5657 or visit the Web site dhpdental.com.

Distar’s first laboratory-fabricated anti-snoring appliance, the TheraSnoreII, has an upper and lower tray and allows the mandible complete vertical and lateral freedom of movement. It can be adjusted forward or backward in your office in precise increments, without having to send it back to the lab, and the vertical opening can also be trimmed, in your office, for patient comfort. And even with full-tooth coverage, it is smaller in physical size than most oral appliances available today. For more information, call (800) 47-SNORE.

The HR series Binocular Loupe represents HEINE’s most advanced optical achievement. The clarity, crispness, and resolution are unmatched by other loupes on the market. Also new is the S-Frame eye-protection system. State-of-the-art materials combine to reduce weight and provide unmatched comfort, even when worn for extended periods of time. For more information, call (800) 367-4872.

The DEXcam 3 features an internal prism with 4 bright LEDs for optimal lighting and a 7-element glass optical lens plus a Sony CCD sensor for sharp, high-definition images that enhance patient education. Easy-to-operate camera controls are conveniently located on the lightweight handpiece. For more information, call (888) 883-3947 or visit dexis.com.