Dentistry Today’s 2011 Fall Product Showcase highlights the latest products being offered to dental professionals at the fall meetings, including the ADA Annual Session, being held in Las Vegas, and the Greater New York Dental Meeting, being held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.
Radii cal is a lightweight, radically powerful, cordless LED dental curing light. The slim line design weighs only 5.1 oz, making it easy for continuous use. Offering a high intensity of 1,200 mW/cm2 and the ability for 720 ten-second cures before needing to be recharged, the Radii cal is extremely easy to use. For more information, call (800) 228-5166.
The Seiler Evolution xR6 has truly revolutionized the way the dental microscope performs and operates. It offers a new, 6-step apochromatic lens magnification system with a gas piston pantographic arm specifically engineered for the dental professional. It provides superior comfort and straightforward operation. You can schedule your free demo today. For more information, call (800) 489-2282 or visit 
With SybronEndo's Twisted Files, endodontic procedures can be performed faster, safer, and with fewer files than other rotary Ni-Ti file systems. Efficient cutting files, they are highly flexible and very strong. SybronEndo's patented production process eliminates the microfractures found in ground files that cause file separation. Twisted Files are available in a variety of tapers, lengths, and tip sizes. For more information, call (800) 346-3636 or visit 
Wingers radiological sensor holders provide an easy, quick, and pain-free way to capture all oral images with any popular radiography sensor on the market. The hybrid system provides the convenience of universal fit, disposable sensor holders, and the savings of holder tools than can be sterilized. All shots can be captured easily and results are repeatable. For more information, call (800) 699-7220 or visit 
Full zirconia crowns and bridges are an affordable, durable, and aesthetic alternative to full-cast crowns and bridges. It is also chip-resistant, metal-free, and available in 16 shades. It boasts 5-day in-lab turnaround. For more information, call (866) 561-9777 or visit the Web site 
Tokuyama Bond Force is an award-winning, single-component, self-etching, light-cured dental adhesive. It's now available in a pen dispensing system. Creating a 3-D link to the tooth with its patented SR monomer, it generates an extremely strong bond to enamel and dentin. It requires only one application and is designed to be used on cut and uncut enamel and dentin, and for fractured porcelain and composite repair. It's available in a bottle, unit dose, and the new pen. For more information, call (877) 378-3548.
BiteSoft Anterior Splint is an innovative bite splint that helps people overcome bruxism. It is custom fitted and worn over the 6 anterior teeth while sleeping. The lingual ramp's patented design helps establish mandibular stability and relaxation of tense jaw muscles. This helps to protect the integrity of your dental work and the investment patients make in their smiles. For more information, call (800) 221-4831.
Michael Tischler, DDS, 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.
Triotray Pro is the new name for impression tray accuracy. The reusable, rigid, stainless steel tray and very economical single-use inserts are good for crown impressions and single-unit bridges. It's usable with all impression materials, and because of its high accuracy, there's no distortion and no lab remakes. It's also easily maintained and self locks for optional adhesive placement. For more information, call (800) 811-3949.
VALO Cordless maintains the powerfully efficient broadband light emitting diode technology of the award-winning VALO with a battery-operated, cordless wand for mobility. VALO Cordless features custom, multiwavelength LEDs to produce high intensity light at 395 to 480 nm—capable of polymerizing all light-cured dental materials. The units are powered by environmentally responsible and inexpensive rechargeable batteries that ensure consistent output and a long life. For more information, call (800) 552-5212.
Written by Dentistry Today Monday, 24 October 2011 18:10
The expanded line of hemostatic agents is utilized for optimal control of bleeding during impressions, restorations, and crown and bridge procedures. These include ferric sulfate gel, aluminum chloride clear gel, liquid aluminum sulfate solution, knitted retraction cords, and cord packers. The products are packaged individually and in a variety of kit configurations that are sold through dealers nationwide. For more information, call (262) 635-3393.
Aquacut Quattro is painless, drill-free dentistry at its best. Velopex eliminates the need for anesthesia in most procedures. With DUAL powder technology, you can switch from cutting to polishing, and you can clean and dry efficiently with one handpiece—without stopping to change cartridges. For more information, call (888) 835-6739 or visit 
The VITA Easyshade Compact delivers the fastest, easiest way to measure tooth shades under any lighting condition. Updated software is now available, featuring faster performance, extended memory, and the all-new VITABLOCS mode that accurately determines the VITABLOC shade for all of your CEREC restorations. The VITA Easyshade Compact is now available exclusively through Patterson Dental Company. For more information, call (800) 828-3839.
GrandioSO is an 89% filled universal nanohybrid composite that combines a toothlike modulus of elasticity with low shrinkage and excellent polishability. The material also boasts excellent aesthetics, is nonsticky, and has an extended working time under ambient light. For more information, call (888) 658-2584, visit