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Hu-Friedy adds two new designs to its SWIVEL Direct Flow ultrasonic insert line — the 30kHz After Five Right and After Five Left periodontal designs. Curved tips enhance accessibility in hard-to-reach areas, and the exclusive "through-tip" water delivery reduces excess spray for better visibility.
Call (800) 483-7433 for details.
New designs for SWIVEL insert
Two new SWIVEL™ Direct Flow™ designs
Hu-Friedy, the leading manufacturer in hand-held dental instruments, has added two new tip designs to its SWIVEL Direct Flow ultrasonic insert line — the 30kHz After Five® Right and After Five Left perio designs.
The curved tip designs of these two new inserts significantly increase adaptation in hard-to-reach areas. Hu-Friedy offers a comprehensive line of SWIVEL Direct Flow inserts – including the #10 Universal, #100 Thin, and the After Five Straight.
Superior Hu-Friedy SWIVEL Direct Flow inserts feature a "through-tip" water delivery that focuses the water flow directly to the tip — reducing excess spray for increased visibility. Simply roll the SWIVEL insert in your fingers for smooth scaling from start to finish. All 30kHz designs of the revolutionary SWIVEL Direct Flow insert feature a longer grip for improved access and adaptability in posterior areas.
For more information, call (800) HU-FRIEDY (483-7433).
Free esa®mate low-speed handpiece
For a limited time, Preventech is giving away a new esamate low-speed handpiece (a $400 value) free when you purchase one esa ST Economy Pack of 1,000 disposable prophy angles. Backed by a two-year warranty, the lube-free esamate weighs just 2 ounces. So, by spending around $500, you get a state-of-the-art $400 handpiece free!
Using esa angles with your free esamate handpiece lowers your infection control burden. There's no need to sterilize or repair nose cones, so you have more time for patient care. The combination of esa disposable prophy angles and esamate may just make wrist fatigue a thing of the past.
For more information, call (800) 474-8681 or visit www.preventech.com.
Orascoptic announces new HiRes™ loupes
A revolutionary optical design combining high resolution, wide viewing field, and lightweight comfort are the hallmarks of the new smaller loupe system, HiRes by Orascoptic. The results are maximum comfort, visual acuity, and optimum performance, while continuing Orascoptic's well-known reputation for amazing wide-field views. Two optical shapes are offered — round or elliptical. Both have the same wide field. The elliptical option allows slightly more room to view above the loupes and is even lighter weight — the choice is yours. They come mounted on two durable titanium frame styles in various colors and sizes.
Visualize The Difference! Call (800) 369-3698 for an immediate demonstration with your local Orascoptic representative.
High-quality stereo microscopes
Harris Discount Supply offers a full line of high-quality microscopes starting as low as $549. Optics are available in stereo and stereo-zoom. You can choose from halogen, fiberoptic, and fluorescent lighting. Mounting options range from floating arm, clinical stand, vertical pillar, and cross arm. All optics come with a lifetime warranty.
For more information, call (800) 227-8524.
New hygiene instruments help reduce fatigue
ADM Technology (American Dental Medical Technology) has announced general availability of its dental hygiene instruments that help reduce hand fatigue and stress, and support clinicians who currently suffer from CTS.
The "Intervention Line" encompasses scalers, curettes, and diagnostic instruments. ADMT's instruments are made of medical-grade composite with a specialized silicone-over-mold bond that is applied to the handle for ultimate gripping.
The "Intervention Line" comes in six bright colors for convenient color-coding. Only the highest-grade Medalloy (440A) stainless steel is used for the working ends. All instruments accompany an unconditional warranty from manufacturing defects and have no limitations on the way they are sterilized. ADMT offers the dental professional the opportunity to work with the manufacturer and purchase product directly.
For more information, visit www.admtechnology.com or call (888) 455-2368.
Schein interdental brush system
Great for removal of plaque between teeth, this system features extra thin, plastic coated wire with soft bristle brushes providing easy access to interproximal spaces. It is available either with an interlocking handle that firmly secures brush refills that load easily or in a convenient, portable travel-brush model. Various brush styles include tapered and cylindrical in ultra-fine or medium bristles.
Sullivan-Schein is the exclusive distributor of Henry Schein brand products. For additional information, call (800) 372-4346 or visit www.sullivanschein.com.
Versatile dental microscopes
Seiler Precision Microscopes introduces a new dental office microscope, the SSI-202/402 series. This new dental scope, ideal for all dental procedures, offers three magnifications and bright halogen illumination with a dual port for quick lamp changing should a bulb fail during a procedure. It also features a pantographic arm and the ability to add video accessories. Floor, wall, ceiling, and table mounts are available.
The SSI-402 has all the features of the SSI-202, but in addition, comes with a motorized focusing system controlled by a convenient foot switch.
For more information, call (800) 489-2282 or visit www.seilerinst.com.
FDA approval of DENTSPLY Oraqix®
DENTSPLY International Inc. announces FDA approval for Oraqix, its revolutionary new non-injectable anesthetic for periodontal applications. The anesthetic is delivered to the treatment site without the use of a needle and anesthetizes the site within 30 seconds for a duration of approximately 20 minutes.
Oraqix brings a significant benefit to millions of patients who desire an alternative anesthetic that can be administered without an injection, and to those who refuse anesthetic to avoid an injection. Benefits to clinicians include time savings, more relaxed patients, and increased case acceptance.
The launch of Oraqix in the United States is expected in the second half of the year. For more information, contact your authorized DENTSPLY representative.
Acushy® Air instrument grips reduce stress
Acushy® Product Company introduces its newest ergonomic grip, Acushy Air. Engineers designed this soft grip to reduce work-related hand fatigue and musculoskeletal stresses by incorporating air pockets into the design. This evidence-based product has demonstrated a reduction in muscle activity when grasping instruments, while being evaluated by surface EMG. Research was conducted at UMKC School of Dentistry, 2004. Acushy Air will retrofit all dental instrument handles. They are latex-free and fully sterilizable.
Take care of your hands. Take care of your future. Order now. To order, call (800) 292-9140. For more information, visit www.acushy.com.
AIT Proxi-Tip® Pocket Traveler
Designed by a dentist, the Proxi-Tip Pocket Traveler offers something no other dental product offers today — a complete interdental care system that is designed to provide thorough interdental cleaning with a unique assortment of replaceable tips all in one convenient product. Replaceable tips include the Proxi-Tip™, Proxi-Pik™, Perio-Brush, and Inter-Brush Adapter that all store in the handle.
For free samples and pricing information, call AIT Dental at (800) 876-4620.
New Sidekick™ cordless instrument sharpener
Hu-Friedy introduces an innovative new instrument sharpener for scalers and curettes — Sidekick™, The Smart Sharpener™.
The Sidekick is perfect for routine maintenance sharpening, and is the only power device with instrument guide channels and vertical backstops to help control blade angulation. These "template-like" features allow easy positioning and consistent sharpening every time. The small, compact device also is cordless. It can be placed anywhere and requires minimal counter space.
The complete Sidekick kit, or SDKKIT, consists of one Sidekick sharpening unit, user manual and instructional CD-ROM, ceramic sharpening stone, plastic test stick, magnifying lens, and two AA batteries.
For more information, call (800) HU-FRIEDY.
The Advantage Kit™ soft-tisue program
Massco Dental introduces The Advantage Kit soft-tissue maintenance program. The kit is available exclusively from your office. It targets deep-scaling and root-planing patients.
The kit includes one GingiMed™ 0.63% SnF2 oral care rinse (10 oz; three-month supply), one Doctor's Choice™ 0.4% SnF2 brush-on gel (4.3 oz; six-month supply, two GingiPlus® 5000 (Rx) 1.1% NaF dentifrice (two-month supply), one FlossFlur™ NaF floss (200 treatments), one tongue scraper, and two soft Advantage toothbrushes.
Sell the kit for $80 or raise your fee $20 per quadrant and give your patient the kit. One to three kits are $34.94 per kit; four to 11 kits are $32.95 per kit; 12 kits or more are only $29.95 per kit.
For more information, call (800) 227-1296 or visit www.masscodental.com.
CEREC® 3D adds new Culp anatomy library
CEREC 3D, the easy-to-use chairside CAD/CAM system from Sirona, recently added the precision craftsmanship of one of the nation's leading lab technicians into its latest three-dimensional platform. The Lee Culp Tooth Anatomy Library found in the R1500 CAD/CAM software provides users with the meticulous detail dentists would expect from one of the world's most respected authorities on natural tooth anatomy.
The new library, comprised of an anatomically correct structure for all 32 teeth, provides users with an additional option to enhance the restoration's esthetic appeal. Each tooth was created by hand in wax, and then digitized for seamless integration with CAD/CAM technologies. The software continues to allow users to view, manipulate, change, and verify all aspects of the restoration before it is milled, assuring an accurate, esthetic restoration.
For more information, contact your Patterson representative, or call (800) 873-7683.
Introducing REACH® ACCESS™ Daily Flosser
Johnson & Johnson REACH, introduces the REACH ACCESS Daily Flosser — a new tool that will revolutionize the way people floss. With its unique ergonomic design, the REACH ACCESS Daily Flosser makes flossing as easy and convenient as brushing. Patients no longer have to put their hands in their mouths to effectively clean between teeth. Additionally, the convenient, disposable, snap-on heads are equipped with shred-resistant floss, and the toothbrush-style handle features comfortable, easy-to-hold grips. An angled neck reaches the back of the teeth where most hygiene problems begin. The new flosser was designed to fit neatly into the toothbrush holder to serve as a daily reminder.
The flosser comes in three vivid colors — aqua, raspberry, and lime. For more information, visit www.reachaccess.com or call (800) 224-6513.
Opti-Link™ dental microscope system
Let Expanding Images, Inc. equip you with the ultimate space-saving, easy-to-install microscope system. The Opti-Link System requires only 14 inches of space when not in use. Engineered for the legendary Leica MS5 binocular microscope, it offers one of the finest color and image resolution lenses in the world. EI's newly designed vertical extension arm, or VEA, helps prevent unnecessary neck and back strain. Imagine having five loupes of different magnification located at your fingertips instead of on your head. Ask about EI's success pack that includes an innovative video camera.
Visit www.expanding-images.com and see the live video recording.
For a 30-day, no-risk trial offer, call Dr. Gerard Cuomo at 866-EYE-FULL (393-3855).
New oral anesthetic gels from DENTSPLY
DENTSPLY Pharmaceutical introduces a new 20% Benzocaine Oral Anesthetic Gel. Available in two of the "Freshest Flavors Available" — Cherry Fresh and Melon Fresh — the popular gel formula consists of a water-soluble, polyethylene glycol base. The gels are ideal for temporary relief of occasional minor irritation and pain associated with minor dental procedures; minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or appliances; sore mouth, gum, and throat; minor injury of the mouth and gums; and canker sores or stomatitis.
The new gels are packaged in multiple-dose, 1-ounce jars. They are easy to use and economical, as well as having quick onset, short anesthetic duration, and virtually no systemic absorption.
For more information, contact your local dental dealer or call (800) 225-2787.
