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 Daniel Vasquez, DDS, speaks about some of Ivoclar Vivadent's innovative products.
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 Kamran Shak, Brand Representative, discusses the Dinochair product line.
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 Doug Braendle, US Product Manager, explains some of the features of the C61 W Instrument Washer.
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 John Mancus, Equipment Marketing Manager, will explain some of Benco's various products and projects.
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 Mark Hollis, CEO, explains the new technology that makes it possible to wirelessly transmit images to an iPad.
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 Michael Poole, National Sales Manager Consumable Products, speaks about the Monarch infection control line.
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 Shawn Potter, Senior Vice President of Sales and Customer Care, speaks about some of DenMat's new products.
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 Matt Dufour, Marketing Manager for Philips Oral Healthcare, speaks about the Philips Sonicare Flexcare Platinum and why it's a unique electric toothbrush.
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 Sherry Gingg, District Manager, discusses PermaCem 2.0 and its distinguishing characteristics in the field of cements.
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 Christina Rego, US Marketer for Adhesives and Abrasives, explains some of the features of the Sof-Lex finishing and polishing system.
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 Boaz Munnerlyn, Director of Sales, speaks about DEXIS' x-ray system and new iPad app.
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 Dr. Edward Shellard, Chief Marketing Officer and Director of Business Development Global Dental, explains the special features of the CS Solutions CAD/CAM Restoration System.
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 Bob Ash, President of SNAP Imaging Systems, demonstrates how to use SNAP's cosmetic simulation software.
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 Leif Ebert, President of VOCO America, explains the unique features of the Calcimol LC resin-modified base liner.
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 Dentistry Today will attend the California Dental Association (CDA) meeting at the Anaheim Convention Center, and our video team will be there to capture product demonstrations, dentist interviews, and other news from the show floor. Video blogs will be available during the show on our Web site, dentistrytoday.com, which has been an informative resource for years with major dental meeting coverage. (Photo courtesy of the California Dental Association.)
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 Josh Daab, Vice President of Sales at Atlantic Precious Metal Refining, provides a comprehensive overview of the services Atlantic can offer to dental professionals. He discusses the company’s history and future and tells dentists everything they need to know about precious metal refining.
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 Morten Ryde, Product Specialist/Trainer at 3Shape, discusses and provides a demonstration of the TRIOS, also discussing what sets this scanner apart from others on the market. Designed for high-speed impression capture, the TRIOS captures images 100 times faster than conventional video cameras, and offers comfort for both patient and operator.
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 Steve Senia, Director of New Product Development at Axis/SybronEndo, showcases EndoVac, which offers a unique way to irrigate during root canal treatments. Watch now to find out how the EndoVac virtually eliminates the risk of an irrigation accident during root canal procedures.
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 Umair Ahmed, Vice President of Research and Development and Product Management; and Philip Brakebill, Product Manager (Endodontics) of Axis/SybronEndo present TF Adaptive, a self-adjusting file. It allows for rotary when you want it, and reciprocation when you need it. More information and a demonstration are presented.
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 Matthew Lamb, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at CADBLU, discusses the 3Shape TRIOS digital impression solution. He addresses customer interests, such as cost and why clinicians should want to purchase products from CADBLU.
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 Zachary Utz, Product Manager at Coltène, discusses the S.P.E.C. 3, outlining its features such as its 3 power modes, ergonomic design, powerful battery, and more.
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 Nikki Sparacino, Brand Manager of Restoratives at DENTSPLY Caulk, presents the brand new TPH Spectra, a universal composite restorative. She explains the different handling options available, and talks about the challenge DENTSPLY Caulk is offering dentists in Chicago.
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 Keith Haig, Director of Marketing for 3M ESPE, discusses a new service: 3M ESPE’s “Buy It Now” functionality. Mr. Haig outlines this service and explains why the company is no stranger to innovation.
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 Luciano Langella, Global Product and Marketing Manager of Imaging at MyRay, talks about the Hyperion X9, and what sets it apart from its competitors.
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 Dr. Thomas Hirsch, Founder and Director of Clinical Affairs of Isolite Systems, showcases the Isolite Dental Isolation System, which offers a unique solution over traditional dental isolation. Dr. Hirsch also reviews the Isolite family of mouthpieces and discusses what advantages Isolite provides for the clinician.
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 Alan Kegerise, Vice President of Sales at Premier Dental, explains why Premier is celebrating today. He also gives a brief overview of Enamel Pro Varnish and Traxodent Hemodent Paste Retraction System.
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 Dr. Howard Glazer discusses Ivoclar Vivadent's newest product, OptraSculpt Pad, which is useful in Class III to V applications. With these, the art and science of dentistry come together in one instrument.
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 Dentistry Today will be at Chicago’s McCormick Center from February 21 to February 23 for the Chicago Dental Society’s annual Midwinter Meeting. Video coverage and blog postings will be available during and following the show on dentistrytoday.com. The Dentistry Today video team will conduct interviews, cover show news, and record product demonstrations at the exhibitors’ booths. Stay tuned for more!
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 Jag Dhamrait, Business Development Manager at Iveri Whitening, discusses the regular and extra strength Iveri In-Office Whitening system. This unique system provides maximum whitening, and Mr. Dhamrait discusses its benefits and what sets it apart from other whitening systems.
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 Howard Wright, DMD, President of Wright Toothpaste, demonstrates Vortex Color Changing Toothpaste, which changes color when brushed in circles, making it appealing for children. It also contains xylitol, and, because it has no foaming agent, allows fluoride to penetrate the teeth more effectively than other toothpastes.
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 Vijay Sikka,President and CEO of Sikka Software, gives an overview of the Sikka Ecosystem, which maximizes profitability for dentists with systems such as Sikka’s Software Practice Optimizer and Industry Dashboard.
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 Glenn Kitay, Senior Sales Specialist for Ellman International, provides a brief greetingfrom the Greater New York Dental Meeting, highlighting Ellman’s two new products: Pellevé skin tightening, and Sandstone lasers.
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 Dr. Michael Tischler and Jose Echeverry of Tischler Dental Labs show and discuss this all-zirconia screw-retained prosthesis which contains absolutely no porcelain. For dentists wanting to learn more, Dr. Tischler suggests referring to his Web site for upcoming training courses.
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 Danielle Rosenbaum, Hygiene Specialist at Premier Dental Products, addresses the whole dental team, discussing the benefits of Enamel Pro Varnish. She also does a brief demonstration, highlighting its ease of use.
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 James Clark, Restorative Marketing Manager at Straumann USA, showcases the Narrow Neck CrossFit Implant, which helps provide excellence in challenging treatment situations, and discusses the new transfer mount.
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 Dimas Garcia, Vice President of Sales at Technology4Medicine, discusses the clinical advantages of using lasers in the dental practice, as well as what their lasers can offer that competitors can't.
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 Dr. Howard Katz, President of Safegide, showcases the Safegide Do-It-Yourself Implant Guide Kits, highlighting the kits’ benefits for dentists.
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 Jill Christians, Director of Marketing at Store-A-Tooth (a service of Provia Labs), describes the dental stem cell banking services provided by the company. With stem cell research showing promise across a number of healthcare fronts, parents are taking an interest in this service for their children.
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 Shelly Mendoza, Sales Director for Dentimax, discusses the company’s 2013 Practice Management Software, as well as other highlights at the Dentimax booth.
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 Carl Jarecki, Senior Product Manager at Power Balance Technologies, showcases POWERUP Performance Mouth Gear, which is used by athletes such as Clay Matthews of the Green Bay Packers, Darren Sproles of the New Orleans Saints, and others.
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 Josh Kim, Director of Sales of ContacEZ, demonstrates a crown seating using the ContacEZ Restorative Strip System to adjust ideal proximal contacts and complete marginal seating, and provide immediate comfort and functionality for the patient.
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 Gary Severance, Chief Marketing Officer at D4D Technologies demonstrates the E4D System and Sky Restorative Services, highlighting the advantages of this new product.
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 Fred Joyal, founder of 1-800-DENTIST, discusses the hot new products being offered: Reputation Monitor and WebDirector.
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 Air Techniques celebrated a milestone at the ADA 2012 Annual Meeting in San Francisco: 50 years of providing high-quality products to the dental profession. President John Scott addressed the guests in attendance, highlighting the company's past successes, and its projections for a prosperous future.
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 Dr. Marc Gottlieb, for Danville Materials, will provide an overview of 3 hot products: Siljet,Microetcher II A, and the Z Nano. The Siljet ceramic repair system is used to prepare porcelain, zirconia, alumina, lithium disilicate, composite, and metal surfaces for bonding or repair. Microetcher II A is indicated for etching of all metals, composites, and amalgam for maximum bond strength. The Z Nano is a new product just being introduced at the ADA.
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 Vanessa Amador, Product Manager with DenMat, showcases Duo:PCH, the anterior direct restoration system. This new product is less expensive than laboratory-fabricated restorations, and can be seated in as little as one office visit using minimally invasive techniques. Dentists can get started today with the comprehensive 28-Unit Starter Kit.
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 Dan Clementino, Technical Manager at Kuraray America, discusses Panavia SA Cement, a self-adhesive, self-etch, fluoride-releasing dual-cure resin cement available in both automix and handmix versions.
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 Sara Evans, Sales Manager at Richmond Dental showcases Reflective Shields Plus, a cotton roll substitute that is gaining popularity with dentists and patients alike. It offers greater absorbency, added comfort, and is ideal for various procedures.
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 Doug Braendle, Product Manager (USA) at SciCan, debuts the new STATIM G4 series. This newest addition to the SciCan autoclave line can connect to the Internet and boasts a high-resolution touchscreen.
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 Dr. Marty Jablow, for Air Techniques, introduces these two renewed products: Polaris Intraoral Camera and the Spectra Caries Detection Aid. Watch as Dr. Jablow demonstrates how they work, highlighting some of the differences between the current models and new models.
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 Ashlee Folsom, Associate Product Manager for GC America, gives an overview of the GC FujiCEM 2, a second-generation, resin modified glass ionomer luting cement powered by F2 Flex Fuse Technology.
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 Pat McCormick, Chief Engineer for Millennium Dental Technologies, discusses the award the company was given at this year's meeting, as well as the technology behind the award-winning product.
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 Mark Schwer, Product Manager for Shofu, presents BeautiSealant. This unique new sealant requires no acid-etching.
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 Dr. Bret Jacobson for Align Technology provides a brief demonstration of the iTero, highlighting its ease of use for dentists. He also has some advice for anyone considering buying an intraoral scanner.
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 Jason Phillips, Director of Marketing at Garrison Dental Solutions, showcases the Composi-Tight 3D XR Sectional Matrix System, which eliminates ring "spring-off" even on difficult dentition.
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 Drew Hoopes of 3M ESPE talks about an important milestone for the company: the 10-year anniversary of the Filtek Supreme Universal Line.
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 Ali Cook provides a brief welcome from San Francisco, giving you an idea of what you can expect from Dentistry Today’s meeting coverage.
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 Dentistry Today will continue our live video coverage and blog postings to our site for the ADA annual session. Our team will shoot interviews with attending dentists, product demonstrations at manufacturers’ booths, and news from the show floor in San Francisco. All videos will be posted immediately and will be available to view during the show. They will also be archived for postshow viewing on the Web site. Previous video blogs have been archived and are available at dentistrytoday.com/meetings/blogs.
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 Dr. Steven Goldberg, Inventor of DentalVibe, demonstrates how easy it is for dentists to provide pain-free injections for their patients.
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 Oliver Gelles, Senior Vice President of Marketing at DenMat, provides a company overview.
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 Candace Morales, OEM Sales Specialist at Keystone Industries, discusses the Patriot Mouthguard and its special role in the 2012 Summer Olympics. Celebrity guest silver medalist Brittany Hayes speaks about her experience with the mouthguard.
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 Kostas Zarras, TRIOS Training and Application Specialist at 3Shape, demonstrates the TRIOS, an intraoral 3-D scanning device that is quick, easy, and provides accurate impressions. It offers Wi-Fi capability, has an autoclavable tip, and is operated by a user-friendly touchscreen.
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 Joseph Kelley, Sales Representative at PLANMECA, discusses ALARA and ways in which to reduce radiation for patients.
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 Ken Rosenblood, CEO of HealthFirst, discusses the importance of ALARA and shows how the Tru-Align can ensure the best patient and doctor safety.
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 Ryan Carlstrom, Director of Sales at MyRay, demonstrates Zen-X Digital X-Ray Sensor, elaborating on its design and the software that comes with it.
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 Gordon Hoberman, Marketing Director at Visicom Paging Systems, demonstrates this intercom system, focusing on its advantages pertaining to the dental office.
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 Boris Loyez, International Sales Manager at Owandy, discusses the I-Max Touch, indicating how it offers ease of use for the clinician.
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 Debra Seidel-Bittke, RDH, gives a special CDA welcome message from the Dentistry Today booth.
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 Candace Fike, Account Manger at MCMP, showcases SockIt!, an oral hydrogel wound dressing that is drug-free and made of 100% natural ingredients.
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 Tom Batz, Sales Manager at Aribex, describes the NOMAD Pro handheld x-ray system, highlighting its convenience factors as well as what makes it safe for clinician and patient.
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 Bob Marcus, DMD, President of Kick Your Apps, demonstrates the mobile apps his company offers dental professionals. The company’s first app, DDS GP, was developed in the dental office as a response to real issues dentists have with patient education software, and it is now the all-time top grossing medical app in iTunes.
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 Paquita Poindexter discusses the 3M ESPE Retraction Capsule, sharing information about its unique tip, which assists clinicians in achieving the best results possible.
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 Dr. Damon Adams takes a few moments to welcome everyone to the CDA, whether they are in attendance in Anaheim or watching from their computers.
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 Brian Vujnovich for Medidenta provides a company overview, and then passes the mic to Rick Willson, Sales Director for Micro-Mega, who discusses the Sonic MM 1500 handpiece and the Revo-S. Mr. Vujnovich then demonstrates the Liberty Boss Amalgam Separator and the Air King Surgical 45-degree high-speed handpiece.
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 Joanna Rivera, Marketing Manager for Tokuyama, provides a demonstration of Bond Force, highlighting its self-leveling technology for uniform coating and other advantages it provides for ease of use for clinicians. Bond Force is unique in that it requires only one application, and it is designed to be used on both cut and uncut enamel and dentin.
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 Karen Phillips, Senior Manager of US Sales and Global Training at Ultradent Products, showcases Edelweiss Composite Veneers, which has been named one of CDA’s “Cool Products” for the 2012 meeting. Each veneer in the Edelweiss system is laser-sintered to provide excellent scratch and wear resistance, and their low cost makes them especially appealing for patients who have been reluctant to have aesthetic restorations done.
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 Judy Sternagle, Regional Sales Manager at DentLight, demonstrates the DOE SE, highlighting its advantages in enabling the clinician to detect oral cancer and other abnormalities inside and outside of the mouth.
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 Ali Cook provides a brief welcome from the Anaheim Convention Center, giving you an idea of what you can expect from Dentistry Today’s meeting coverage.
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 Bringing the show floor to you live from the California Dental Association (CDA) meeting in Anaheim, Dentistry Today's video team captures some of the industry's popular products and people in demonstrations and interviews. Be sure to keep coming back to our site to catch up on the CDA's annual event, held at the Anaheim Convention Center in Orange County. Videos will be updated regularly, including product news, interviews, and current events related to dentistry. We'll be catching up with many manufacturers of CDA's "Cool Products" too!
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 Gregori Kurtzman, DDS; Robert A. Lowe, DDS; Lorin F. Berland, DDS; and Richard Winter, DDS; welcome you to the 2012 Chicago Midwinter Meeting.
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 Robert A. Lowe, DDS, Dentistry Today author and Leader in Continuing Education, demonstrates VOCO America’s x-tra base and shares information about its unique properties.
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 Doug Braendle, Product Manager (USA) at SciCan, demonstrates the Optim 33TB Wipes, which provide revolutionary disinfection for the dental operatory.
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 Gregori Kurtzman, DDS, for Kuraray America, demonstrates Clearfil S3 Bond Plus and Clearfil DC Core Plus, and outlines the ways in which these products stand out from their competitors.
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 Brian T. Kraus, DENTSPLY Caulk’s Senior Brand Manager of Cements and Adhesives, provides an update on Calibra, including its unique properties and how it can enhance your dental practice.
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 Wayne Watson, Strategic Planning for Marketing at Belmont Equipment, provides and overview of the Steri-Center, pointing out its unique technology and benefits for use in the dental office.
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 Jennifer of SNAP Dental provides a brief video overview of SNAP Cosmetic Simulation Software, highlighting how fast and effective it is for clinicians.
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 Tom McCleskey, Product Manager of Delivery Systems for A-dec, demonstrates the A-dec LED Dental Operatory Light, which provides excellent lighting while delivering quality patient care while also reducing dental team fatigue.
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 Ebon Turner, Region Manager for LED Dental, demonstrates the new VELscope Vx, outlining its benefits to the dental practice and the advantages it provides over similar types of oral cancer screening systems.
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 Elizabeth Malcolm, Southeast Territory Manager for Essential Dental Systems, gives an in-depth look at the C-Mor Mouth Mirror, and shows how it offers superior clarity over other mirrors, especially for endodontic work.
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 Tom Kennedy, Director of Sales for Carl Zeiss Meditec, showcases the OPMI pico dental microscope and discusses the ways in which dentists can benefit from using microscopes.
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 Bradley Unamboowe provides a live demonstration of the Midwest Stylus ATC high-speed handpiece in 60 seconds and discusses its performance, cutting efficiency, and more.
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 Tony Zaffarese Sr, Director of Business Development, for A. Titan Instruments, provides an informative demonstration of X-Otomes, the instruments that provide accuracy, safety, and clinician comfort.
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 Christine Meaney, Product Manager for KaVo, discusses one of KaVo’s top products, QUATTROcare Plus, which is making its Midwest debut at the Chicago Midwinter meeting.
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 Jonathan VanNortwick, Marketing Manager for Ivoclar Vivadent, describes the features of the bluephase style, which is making its debut in Chicago. He explains how it stands out from the competition, and also the ways it differs from previous bluephase models.
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 Glenn van As, BSc, DMD, discusses the benefits of laser dentistry, and how it can make procedures simpler for dentists while also increasing their return on investment. We are also joined by Alan Miller, President and Founder of AMD LASERS, who discusses what’s new at AMD LASERS and what is in store for the future of laser dentistry.
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The Chicago Midwinter Dental Meeting, organized each year by the Chicago Dental Society, will be covered by the Dentistry Today video team in late February. We will be at the McCormick Center showcasing new product releases as manufacturers launch their latest developments. Our blog team will be on the floor interviewing manufacturers, clinicians, and key opinion leaders, capturing the flavor of this year's meeting. To view these videos and write-ups during and after the meeting, be sure to check in regularly.
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 April Campbell, U.S. Trade Show Manager of Triodent, showcases the SuperCurve Non-Stick Matrices, and discusses how this product stands out from its competitors.
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 Renee Cultrara, Director of Education at Milestone Scientific, presents The Wand STA All Injection System, and discusses the advantages it offers the dentist and patient, such as comfort.
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 Rick Mondick, President of Distar, presents the TheraSnore family of oral appliances, with a focus on the adjustable TheraSnore, a custom-fit chairside oral appliance.
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 Mark Hollis, President of MacPractice discusses the new App for iPad, the DDS Clipboard, and discusses the federal incentives available to dentists in relation to the DDS Clipboard.
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