All About That Base: What to Know About Bases and Liners: Image Credit: © Сергей Кучугурный - stock.adobe.com

Restorative dentistry poses a few threats to optimal outcomes. One is postoperative sensitivity. Placing a base or a liner underneath your restoration might help reduce or eliminate it in some cases. For these cases where you want to mitigate this sensitivity, clinicians should be all about that base.

 are terms sometimes used interchangeably but there are distinctions. For example, thin liner layers seal overexposed dentin and protect the pulp, serving as thermal insulation and stimulating reparative secondary dentin formation. By contrast, bases are placed in a thick layer on the preparation floor. Like liners, bases protect pulp, but they also absorb more of the bite force. In addition, bases sometimes line undercut areas for indirect restorations.

Nathaniel Lawson, DMD, PhD, associate professor and director of the Division of Biomaterials at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry, says that sometimes when people say 

 they mean a thin layer of flowable material prior to their packable composite. 

“I do this routinely. The first layer of flowable composite adapts to the irregularities of my prep and fills in deep areas and areas that are hard to adapt paste composite to,” Dr Lawson says regarding this definition.

“Liner/bases can also be calcium hydroxide, calcium silicate, and glass ionomer materials,” Dr Lawson continues. “There are a couple reasons why someone may do that. First, if the preparation is close to the pulp, liners are placed to stimulate reparative dentin if there is a microscopic pulp exposure. Second, these liner materials can be placed on affected dentin to help remineralize this dentin from ion release within the liner material. If the preparation is not deep or close to the pulp, liners do not seem necessary as they have a weaker bond to the tooth than adhesively bonded composite.”

The materials used for liners and bases include the following:

 It is easy to work with, sets quickly when placed in thin layers, and has positive effects on decayed dentin or exposed pulp. However, it is highly soluble, not very strong, and does not work with resin-based restoratives.

 This is the least inflaming of the dental materials but is toxic to pulp.

Zinc phosphate (ZOP; pH 2; typically, a base):

 Although this is easy to mix, strong, and proven, it is also brittle, cannot adhere to the tooth structure, lacks antibacterial properties, and can irritate pulp.

Zinc polycarboxylate (ZPC; pH 1.7; base):

 ZPC is biocompatible, can adhere to tooth structure, and is strong and easy to use. However, it requires accurate measuring when placing, and has a high viscosity and short working time. Plus, one should clean the prep to facilitate bonding.

GI bonds to tooth structure, has fluoride release that protects against demineralization, is antibacterial, and expands when in contact with moisture, which may offset problems with shrinkage and could reduce microleakage.

 These materials vary by the types of filler in them or how they are cured. These materials bond to teeth but require the area to be free of contaminates to facilitate the bond. Some resins reduce microleakage due to their adaptive properties. Others can release fluoride. When placed as a base, the resin can be shaped and contoured, and will be a temperature buffer.

Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dentistry 

are not proponents of bases in shallow to moderate preparations. Their literature review from the 1970s to 2020 suggests there is “very little evidence” to support routine use of bases under composite restorations. They concluded that using bases often compromised rather than enhanced composite restorations. One study determined composite restorations without bases even had improved adaptation. Regarding GI, several studies the researchers reviewed suggest the material’s results were questionable or had no effect on the survival rate.

However, bonded resin-modified glass ionomers (RMGI) were an acceptable base in deep cavities. RMGI could serve as an appropriate base in deep cavities provided the pulp was capped with CaOH liners.

 The calcium hydroxide introduces bioactivity and antimicrobial effects in the deep areas, and the RMGI provides protection from the drawbacks of CaOH.

Speaker and educator Jeffrey Lineberry, DDS, AAACD, owner of the Carolina Center for Comprehensive Dentistry in Mooresville, North Carolina, agrees that liners and bases are not as critical as they once were. Originally, liners and bases served as an insulator between the pulp and amalgam materials. As materials changed to composite resins, bases and liners became more appropriate in an indirect or direct pulp cap with some type of calcium-based or bioactive liner, and not just because a cavity is deep.

“As long as the nerve is not exposed and it’s not shining through, so to speak, then I don’t really see the point of doing a liner,” Dr Lineberry says. “The composite doesn’t adhere to the base unless it’s a resin-modified glass ionomer or something where the composite can stick to it. Otherwise, if it’s just a nonresin base or liner, then it doesn’t stick to it.”

Sometimes Deep Preps Benefit From Liners and Bases

It is important to note that the literature review that casts doubt on whether liners and bases are effective concluded that they were not great in shallow to moderate preparations. Deep preps are another story. Many clinicians still use them for specific cases.

For example, John Flucke, DDS, the chief dental editor and technology editor at 

®, recommends TheraBase® (BISCO). TheraBase is a dual-cured, calcium- and fluoride-releasing base and liner. In addition to its bioactive properties, the dual cure material also contains MDP (10-Methacryloyloxydecyl dihydrogen phosphate), which facilitates bonds to enamel and dentin. It also generates an alkaline pH in minutes, enhancing the pulp health.

Dr Flucke appreciates how the product goes where he wants and stays there. Also, because the material is dual cure, meaning it light cures and auto cures, you can set it with the light but then it will continue to cure down in the dark of the prep. In addition, after you set the base with the light and then condense the restorative material on top, it stays put.

With TheraBase, you also do not have to etch and bond first, Dr Flucke explains. You clean the decay, place the base, light cure it, and it is set enough to move onto the restorative material. Moreover, TheraBase releases calcium and fluoride for the life of the restoration.

Dr Flucke says TheraBase also has excellent radiopacity, so it shows up well on bitewing x-rays. He says clinicians will not have to wonder what is underneath the restoration when their patient returns for additional care.

When Dr Lineberry does use a base, he uses Calcimol LC (VOCO), a light-cured, resin-modified, calcium ion–releasing base liner and pulp capping material.

“It’s a light-activated calcium hydroxide, which has a long-standing history in this area. It’s not only bactericidal, but then it helps stimulate the pulp and creates a dentin bridge with calcification over it,” Dr Lineberry says. “A lot of time I will put a flowable over the top of it because I know it’ll adapt readily over the top of that.”

Not everyone agrees that GI is ineffective, either. Gregor Connell, VOCO’s North American director of clinical education and international business development manager for Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Malta, says GI is often a great choice of material for the initial increment placed, especially in cases where the clinician has a deep prep with proximity to the vital pulp chamber. 

Connell says that preparations close to the pulp mean a larger amount of dentin has been removed and an opportunity and desire now exists for the clinician to strengthen what tooth structure remains. Connell also says that GI materials offer a fluoride exchange process like that of a rechargeable battery.

 ions into the tooth structure; then, once ionically depleted, the GI material ‘recharges’ to continuously redeposit fluoride into the tooth. This provides the remaining tooth structure with much needed remineralization and offers a cariostatic barrier, which can eliminate the possibility of further damage due to carious lesions,” Connell says.

GI selection requires some careful considerations prior to use, Connell explains. Unlike most composite restoratives, GI materials possess much lower physical properties, specifically in the areas of compressive, flexural, and transverse strength. Depending on the patient’s oral dynamics regarding mastication force, bruxism, and/or potential malocclusion, a clinician needs to determine whether their GI of choice will provide the required support for long-term restorative success.

“Care needs to be taken to ensure that their selected GI can provide the required strength. I stress this only because most GI materials in the industry present with rather low physical values,” Connell says. “VOCO’s GI materials offer some of the highest physical property values currently available in the industry.

“As for use of the materials, they will require trituration or mixing prior to their being dispensed onto the preps,” Connell continues. “Not all amalgamators are the same and very few are ‘new units.’ I always suggest ‘test mixing’ a few of the caps to find the optimal mixing time, then adjusting the mixer accordingly. This tends to save any potential embarrassment in front of a patient, should the material not mix properly.”




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New Campaign Aims to Empower Dental School Graduates and Students to Partner with Dental Service Organizations. Image: © Association of Dental Support Organizations


Non-profit trade group, The Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO) has taken a significant step towards bolstering the dental workforce by launching the innovative "DSO Difference" campaign. This initiative is aimed at assisting dental school students and recent graduates as they navigate their entry into the workforce and explore collaborative opportunities with Dental Support Organizations (DSOs), according to a press release from ASDO. The "DSO Difference" campaign is designed to provide vital information and resources regarding the advantages of partnering with DSOs for practicing dentists. Simultaneously, it equips students with job search tools to facilitate informed career choices. The overarching goal of the campaign is to stimulate growth in the dental workforce, which will in turn provide high-quality care for more patients across the country.

ADSO President, Dr Sulman Ahmed, expressed the organization's vision, saying in the press release, "ADSO's goal is to inspire and empower the next generation of dentists to find their most fulfilling careers so that quality dental care is available and accessible to everyone who needs it. Partnering with a DSO provides dentists critical business management and support for non-clinical operations, allowing new dentists to concentrate on their passion for helping patients. The partnership also provides a great financial opportunity through various equity or ownership programs, where dentists can often partake in the economic upside of a larger organization. We believe this is vitally important to attract and retain dental professionals."

The "DSO Difference" campaign will serve as an educational platform for students and recent graduates, equipping them with the necessary tools to enter the dental industry and begin their professional journey. The campaign's dedicated website, www.DSODifference.org, will offer recent graduates: a matchmaker tool, to match users to their ideal career; video testimonials that will allow practicing dentists to share their stories and perspective on how joining a DSO has been beneficial for them; tips on the best questions to ask during the job hunt; and any additional information that students and recent graduates might find relevant on DSOs.

ADSO's Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Smith, highlighted the myriad benefits that DSOs provide to new dentists, including competitive compensation and benefits, non-clinical and financial support, mentorship opportunities, continuing education, and paths to ownership. Smith says in the press release, "The goal of the DSO Difference campaign is to educate dental school students and recent graduates about the opportunities inherent in partnering with a DSO and provide them with the tools they need to find their ideal career path. Ensuring practicing dentists have fulfilling careers is essential to addressing workforce shortages and improving access to quality dental care."

As the dental industry grapples with workforce challenges, the "DSO Difference" campaign is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of dental care by empowering the next generation of dentists and fostering their collaboration with DSOs. For more information about the "DSO Difference" campaign and to explore its resources, visit the 

This new campaign will help recent dental students and graduates better understand just what dental service organizations are, and if these groups would be a good fit for their future career path. 

New Campaign Aims to Empower Dental School Graduates and Students to Partner with Dental Service Organizations

Featuring a quick-disconnect mechanism, the new ProMate EZ-Q low-speed hygiene handpiece from Pac-Dent is designed for optimal procedural efficiency. This quick-disconnect function aids in a smooth patient flow while also adding simplicity to sterilization workflows, according to a press release.

The handpiece can reach speeds of up to 3000 rpm, and it features an innovative swivel head design which is said to offer clinicians greater precision and control, as well as a 360-degree range of motion. With its universal prophy angle connection, the handpiece can be used with a wide range of disposable prophy angle styles from a wide range of manufacturers.

Additionally, the motor is lube-free, which further reduces the time and maintenance procedures required to keep the handpiece operating properly. With a stainless steel exterior build, the ProMate EZ-Q hygiene handpiece is autoclavable for efficient sterilization processing.

The new hygiene handpiece and its focus on efficient dental hygiene workflows fit perfectly among other recent dental hygiene innovations from Pac-Dent. The company also recently launched ProPaste™ One Disposable Prophy Ring And AntiSplatr Paste Combo, which combines a disposable prophy ring and the prophy paste into a convenient, single-patient prophy system that can reduce the risks of cross-contamination and cuts down on the number of items that need to be sanitized.

This new prophy handpiece is designed for quick connection and disconnection, to help reduce time between procedures.

New ProMate EZ-Q Hygiene Handpiece from Pac-Dent is Designed for Efficiency

Panthera Dental Announces Finalists for 2023 Master Cup. Image: © Panthera Dental


Panthera Dental has unveiled the names of its 3 finalists in the much-anticipated 2023 Master Cup competition. The 3 finalists for 2023 are Nina Frketin from the United Kingdom, Evgeny Korneychuk from Ukraine, and Patricia Strimb from Germany. These 3 participants have clinched their spot at the grand Award Ceremony scheduled for October 6, 2023, in the picturesque Quebec City, Canada, according to a press release from Panthera.

The Panthera Master Cup, an annual event, has consistently strived to identify the most skilled dental professionals, be it dental technicians, dentists, or denturists, by challenging them to craft complete dental prostheses that encompass a blend of knowledge, skills, functionality, and esthetics. This year, the panel of discerning judges, comprised of Oleg Glozanski, Margaret Wibberley, John Wibberley, Sébastien Mioranza (last year's winner), and Dr Michael J. Tholey, evaluated the submissions and came to a consensus on the finalists on September 8, 2023.

Ten clinicians participated in this year's edition and demonstrated their dedication by working for 3 months to create their cases. Three finalists have been recognized––Nina Frketin, Evgeny Korneychuk, and Patricia Strimb. The collective efforts have earned them a share of the prize pool exceeding CAN$75,000, which comprises valuable prizes such as an articulator, a furnace, technical articles featured in prominent dental magazines, and a one-of-a-kind 3D printed ring, generously provided by Panthera Dental and Master Cup partners, including VITA, Amann Girrbach, and LMT, per the press release. VITA will also be providing a €500 voucher for best documentation to Lola Welch from the United Kingdom.

Béatrice Robichaud, co-founder and VP Marketing and Customer Experience at Panthera Dental, extended her heartfelt congratulations to the participants, emphasizing that, in her view, all 10 contenders were champions in their own right. She expressed her gratitude towards the judges, partners, and the entire Panthera Dental team for their unwavering support.

“I join the judges, partners, and the entire Panthera Dental team in thanking and congratulating participants Sophie Dallem, Olivier Herblot, Salvatore Marono, Shawna Schonaur, Ryan Tran, Derek Walker, and Lola Welch on their incredible achievements,” Robichaud says in the press release. “Good luck to the 3 finalists, but above all congratulations to the 10 participants who, in my opinion, all won.”

In a nod to the participants' exceptional talent, Frketin, Korneychuk, and Strimb will have their technical documentation and testimonials about the competition published in forthcoming editions of LMT Magazine. The winner will be announced on social media on October 6, 2023, according to the press release.

The Panthera Master Cup aims to recognize skills and knowledge on all things implant bars, evaluating cases that involve this important aspect of implant dentistry. Case submission must also include documentation, enabling the jury to follow the clinician’s process and technique to judge it accordingly. The jury then follows established criteria in order to determine the 3 finalists, and later, the winner of the Master Cup. This is the sixth edition of the Panthera Master Cup. To learn more about the Panthera Master Cup, visit the 

Three finalists take center stage for Panthera Dental’s 6th Master Cup, recognizing the masterwork and creation of a complete dental prosthesis. 

Panthera Dental Announces Finalists for 2023 Master Cup

AirPay from AirPay

Rodin™ Bond from Pac-Dent

New software and material updates for a variety of Align products and technologies. 

Product Updates from Align

A new 3D-printed palatal expander from Align. 

Invisalign Palatal Expander from Align

A new fluoride-free toothpaste from Cocoshine. 

Cocoshine from Cocofloss

NeoTell from Neoss Group

A new patient communication software from Henry Schein One. 

Lighthouse 360+ from Henry Schein One

Practice Analytics from Weave

New Dental Products September 11 - 15, 2023

Check out the latest dental products, platforms, technologies, and more with this roundup of the all the new products announced in the past week.

New Dental Products September 11 - 15

AI-enabled InnerView Diagnostic Technology Receives FDA Clearance: Credit: © Perimetrics, Inc

Powered by artificial intelligence (AI), Perimetrics’ InnerView® technology’s diagnostic system works by collecting and analyzing data generated by the internal micro movements in teeth. Perimetrics, Inc., just announced the U.S. Food and Drug Association has granted clearance for the InnerView device, including the wireless handpiece, charging base station and disposable tip with embedded smart chips. The company also received clearance for InnerView to measure the damping characteristic of the periodontium and its associated fixed structures including teeth and implants.

With InnerView clinicians will be able to detect and diagnose damage in teeth, damage which is currently invisible. In healthy teeth there are no internal micro movements; in damaged teeth, these micro movements are often caused by failing restorations, oblique cracks, vertical cracks, horizontal cracks and root cracks, all of which are impossible to visually or non-invasively diagnose. Although cracks occur often in “virgin”, unrestored dentition, they occur with far greater frequency in teeth which have had a dental procedure. The severity and consequences of these can range from minor, needing no immediate treatment; to severe, resulting in root canal therapy (RCT) or even tooth extraction.

InnerView, which is not yet available for use in the United States, also will diagnose tooth mobility because it detects movement of the overall tooth or implant mass. Increasing mobility, for either a tooth or implant, signals a potential problem. For example, healthy implants should have minimal movement due to the hardness of the surrounding bone into which they fuse (osseo-integrate). For a newly placed implant, increased mobility would indicate that the implant needs more healing time or could be failing. A tooth with increased mobility could indicate a deterioration of the periodontal ligament attachment from disease or trauma.
The AI software displays an easy-to-read patient diagnostic screen to assist practitioners for case treatment planning.


Using InnerView provides benefits to the patient such as:

“Tooth and implant mobility is a common issue I see in my practice,” says Cherilyn Sheets, DDS, director and co-founder of Perimetrics—who also is in private practice in Newport Beach, California—in a press release. “This indication will advance how we can diagnose mobility in teeth, helping clinicians improve patient outcomes once InnerView is brought to market.”

For the clinician, the technology is designed to provide: empowerment, the practice of “Wellness”, increased revenue, enhanced credibility, and dental Insurance Code – D0600 (Digital Diagnostics).

InnerView, which is not yet available for use in the United States, also will diagnose tooth mobility because it detects movement of the overall tooth or implant mass. Credit: © Perimetrics, Inc

As a result of the system’s AI diagnostic capabilities and ease-of- use, InnerView has applications for all general practitioners, specialists and dental hygienists.

The system will integrate seamlessly into dental practice’s IT infrastructure, and since the handpiece can read a tooth in only 3 seconds, it fits easily into any hygiene or dental exam schedule.

The Disposable Tip with Smart Chip Technology

Designed for maximum infection control and to avoid issues with cross contamination, InnerView® requires that a fresh, single-use, disposable tip be attached to the tip of the handpiece prior to each new procedure. When the disposable tip, with embedded security chip, is placed onto the device, a “challenge and response” test is conducted via the software. After the tip has been verified as new and valid, it is immediately assigned to that particular patient for 1-hour of use. After 1-hour of use, the tip will be disabled for use and must be discarded.

The InnerView’s base station is described as sleek, low profile, ergonomically engineered and designed to reside on a countertop in each and every operatory. The handpiece is charged from “empty” to fully charged in just 4 hours.

The handpeice must be placed in the Base Station before each and every procedure. This notifies the InnerView software that a new disposable tip is required and also “pairs” the instrument to that specific operatory. This simple action prevents practitioners from moving InnerView into the wrong operatory and testing the wrong patient, according to the company.

It is portable and lightweight and can easily be cleaned—simply push the button on the base station and the rod automatically extends for quick disinfecting. The rod will auto-retract after 30 seconds, or the user can push the button a second time to retract the rod immediately. Additionally, the cloud-based AL platform is web-enabled, HIPAA compliant, and the wireless feature of the device makes it easy to transport from operatory to operatory and enables online software updates easily and seamlessly.

Perimetrics granted clearance for the innovative diagnostic system’s hardware and for its use to measure damping characteristics of the periodontium and associated fixtures.

AI-enabled InnerView Diagnostic Technology Receives FDA Clearance 

New Software Feature from Weave Empowers Dental Practices. Image: © Weave


Practice experience platform Weave has unveiled a new addition to its software suite––Practice Analytics. This innovative feature promises to revolutionize the way dental practices operate by providing them with the tools to gain valuable insights and make data-driven decisions, ultimately enhancing patient care and fostering business growth, according to a press release from Weave.

Practice Analytics aims to be a game-changer for practices utilizing Dentrix, Open Dental, and Eaglesoft practice management software. It expands on Weave's existing capabilities in Message Analytics and Phone Analytics, offering dental professionals a comprehensive set of performance metrics in real time. These metrics include critical indicators such as patient retention, appointment scheduling efficiency, treatment acceptance rates, and revenue generation. Practice Analytics will also show dental offices any unscheduled restorative or hygiene treatment plans, cancellations, the average time between treatments, all while enabling easy patient communication through the mobile application. Armed with this information, dental practices can create focus areas to improve on and streamline everyday operations.

This powerful analytics tool empowers dental practices to track missed opportunities related to patient care, patient volumes, revenue, and resource utilization. It also helps them identify untapped growth opportunities that might have otherwise gone unnoticed. Weave's commitment to user-friendliness ensures that any staff member can navigate and interpret the data, according to the press release.

Branden Neish, Chief Product & Technology Officer of Weave, emphasized the significance of actionable data in keeping a dental practice efficient without adding undue stress on practice staff. "Easily accessible data that is action-oriented and easy to consume makes running a dental practice more profitable and less stressful," Neish says in the press release. "We understand the importance of data-driven decision-making in the success of dental practices. Adding Practice Analytics to Weave’s message and phone analytics provides valuable insights throughout a patient’s journey with a practice."

In addition to Practice Analytics, Weave's software suite for dental practices contains a plethora of other appealing features, including missed call and 2-way texting, appointment reminders, online reviews management, mobile and online payments, online forms, and insurance verification. The integration of these functionalities into a single comprehensive platform enables dental practices to boost their operations without needing to add extra steps or confusing new technologies, per the press release. Weave’s platform may also be the key to reducing no-shows and boosting patient communication.

Weave aims to be a leader in patient engagement, and the introduction of this new feature will enable them to support dental practices everywhere. These offices will now have the opportunity to harness the power of data and make informed decisions to propel their success in an ever-changing dental industry.

Weave is said to be suited for small- to medium-sized businesses, guiding patient communications and providing an all-in-1 platform that makes everything easy to use and locate, per the press release. A Practice Analytics demo is available now on Weave’s website, which practice managers and owners can 

Practice Analytics from Weave will provide dental practices with plethora actionable insights, guiding them on patient communication and focus areas for improvement. 

New Software Feature from Weave Empowers Dental Practices

Medit ClinicCAD, Neoss Multi-Unit Abutments, Ackuretta CURIE Plus, Samba robotic toothbrush, Remedo AI websites, and Bien Air CA 1:2.5 Micro-Series handpiece.

  Product Bites – September 15, 2023

Welcome to Product Bites, a weekly podcast from Dental Products Report providing you with a rundown of recently launched and updated dental technologies, materials, instruments, and everything else you might use with patients or while running your practice.

I'm your host for this week DPR Editorial Director Noah Levine and on this week's podcast, we've got half a dozen new products from the likes of Neoss Group, CURAPROX, Remedo, Bien-Air. Ackuretta and Medit. So let's learn about these new dental innovations right now.

First up, Neoss Group's new Multi-Unit Abutments are a new addition to the Neoss4+ treatment solution. These abutments, available in 30º, 17º, and 10º angulations, feature patented design elements for efficient, esthetic, predictable, and economical full-arch restorations. With the clinical screws securely fixed within the abutment, treatment becomes smoother, plus the yellow anodization enhances esthetics against peri-implant soft tissue. Clinicians now have 3 abutment options for the Neoss4+ treatment solution, offering flexibility to meet individual patient needs. The system also seamlessly integrates with NeoBase and Access Abutments for comprehensive treatment design.

The innovative Samba robotic toothbrush from CURAPROX is a groundbreaking device aimed at empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve effective and independent oral health care. While this population has traditionally relied on the help of others to maintain their oral health. This cutting-edge robotic toothbrush aims to make it possible for more people to maintain their own health. Samba employs a combination of low- and high-frequency oscillations to drive 12,900 soft bristles along the teeth. This creates a dynamic brushing motion covering a full arch of teeth and gums all at once. By cleaning 36 tooth surfaces simultaneously, Samba cuts brushing time in half. Samba's design eliminates the need for manual hand movements, allowing effective oral hygiene even for people with limited mobility.

Ackuretta's new CURIE Plus is a next-generation UV curing oven engineered for efficiency. It boasts an expanded chamber capacity capable of curing up to 8 full arches at once, which allows it to pair perfectly with Ackuretta SOL 3D printers. With its wide UV wavelength coverage, and 360º light distribution. CURIE Plus ensures each layer of the print is fully cured, eliminating the need to manually flip prints while curing. This not only saves time but also enhances the accuracy of 3D-printed parts. CURIE Plus is also designed for use with nitrogen, and saturating the chamber with up to 95% nitrogen can enhance light absorption. This innovation delivers enhanced esthetics, including improved color transparency, smoothness, and up to 25% more flexural strength, according to Ackuretta. The oven features an intuitive 5-inch touchscreen for monitoring heating parameters and a convenient one-click open lock door mechanism to minimize UV leakage.

The new CA 1:2.5 L Micro-Series contra-angle electric handpiece attachment from Bien-Air is designed for a variety of clinical surgical and periodontal procedures, including apicoectomies, crown removal, and crown lengthening, this compact and lightweight handpiece prioritizes ergonomics, comfort, power, and precision. It's designed with an irrigation line that runs through the handpiece, ensuring it stays clear of the clinician's grip, making procedures even more efficient and comfortable for the clinician.

Remedo's proprietary Phoenix technology combines generative AI with expert input to create attractive personalized websites for dental practices in just a few moments. These all-in-one digital healthcare marketing solutions are designed to attract new patients and elevate your practice. Remedo websites feature tailored content crafted by AI and expert dentists providing a platform to connect with patients 24/7 and showcasing practices services and testimonials. The websites can provide scheduling, access to practice resources, and of course effective digital communication with current and prospective patients. The websites feature responsive designs for seamless browsing, fast loading times to keep patients engaged, and ADA compliance.

Finally, ClinicCAD is Medit's new CAD software that takes a scan-to-design approach to digital dental technology. The platform is optimized for crafting crowns, bridges, inlays, and temporaries with precision and ease. What sets ClinicCAD apart is its advanced AI capabilities, enabling clinicians to create dental prosthetics efficiently. Additionally, ClinicCAD is compatible with Apple Mac desktop computers.

That does it for this week's Product Bites from Dental Products Report. As always, to stay up to date on all of the latest dental product news, go to dentalproductsreport.com/newdentalproducts.

We'll be back next week with another episode of product bites. Until then, thanks for listening.

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With half-a-dozen new products, this is a busy week for Product Bites. This week we feature the debuts of ClinicCAD from Medit, Multi-Unit Abutments from Neoss Group, CURIE Plus from Ackuretta, Samba robotic toothbrush from CURAPROX, Remedo AI website design, and the CA 1:2.5 Micro-Series handpiece attachment from Bien Air. [6 Min]

Product Bites – September 15, 2023

iCoreConnect Strengthens Its Position in Healthcare with Acquisition of Preferred Dental Services: Credit: © iCoreConnect and Preferred Dental Services


iCoreConnect, Inc, a pioneering cloud-based software and technology company dedicated to enhancing workflow productivity and customer profitability, has announced its latest strategic move – the acquisition of Preferred Dental Services (PDS). This transaction marks a significant step forward in iCoreConnect’s commitment to empowering healthcare providers with cutting-edge solutions.

Preferred Dental Services, a reputable provider of dental billing, claims, and insurance management services, will now become an integral part of iCoreConnect's comprehensive healthcare workflow platform. This strategic acquisition aims to accelerate revenue growth opportunities, streamline workflows, and improve patient experiences within dental practices across the nation.

Robert McDermott, CEO and president of iCoreConnect, expresses enthusiasm for the acquisition, stating in a press release, "The timing of this acquisition is very strategic for us as we continue to enhance our offerings and build out the number of solutions we are providing to the market. We believe the acquisition will help increase revenue, streamline workflow, free up staff resources, and improve the overall patient experience at the practice level. Our subscriber base has continually asked for this solution, and we answered with the completion of PDS. We will leverage these services to our growing subscriber base and are excited to have this solution to expand into new customers and markets. PDS is impressive due to its strength in management, services, and consistent revenue."

Angela Holland, founder of Preferred Dental Services, also expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership. In the press release she adds, "We are thrilled to be acquired by iCoreConnect and now be a part of their mission to revolutionize dental business workflow. Our team is looking forward to leveraging iCoreConnect’s technology and resources to continue delivering exceptional billing and claims services to customers now as part of the iCoreConnect team."

iCoreConnect is a prominent cloud-based software and technology company focused on increasing workflow productivity and practice profitability through its enterprise and healthcare workflow platform. Known for its innovation in solving healthcare business problems, the company prioritizes customer feedback, allowing it to stay responsive to market needs. With a portfolio of 16 SaaS enterprise solutions and more than 100 agreements with state or regional healthcare associations across the United States, iCoreConnect is at the forefront of healthcare technology innovation.

iCore Connect’s iCore Verify is an automated insurance verification platform for dental practices. It is designed to complete insurance verifications for every patient on this week’s schedule quickly. Practices can stop relying on manual processes, spending time on the phone, and verifying patients one at a time.

iCoreVerify is your single solution to: improve efficiency, optimize resource utilization, and to enhance revenue realization.

Unlike traditional methods of insurance verification, iCoreVerify speeds up the verification process by returning benefit checks for every patient on your schedule, freeing up to 30 hours of time for your staff to focus on patient care and other critical office responsibilities, according to iCore Connect. With connections to over 2,100 insurance providers, iCoreVerify ensures you have the most up-to-date benefit information provided by each carrier and your patients are cleared for the care they need and the coverage they deserve.

Strategic move designed to help increase revenue, streamline workflow, free up staff resources, and improve the overall patient experience at the practice level.

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DS Academy learners are in luck as Dentsply Sirona announces an expansion of its popular clinical education program DS Academy to include new courses and webinars on digital dentistry. Called DS Academy Campus, these new learning opportunities will provide learners with on-demand, expert-led content with some eligibility for continuing education, according to a press release from Dentsply Sirona.

Its first webinar, which will take place on October 26, 2023, will be hosted by Canadian dentist Dr Michael Parchewsky, expert on artificial intelligence (AI). It will be titled, “Artificial Intelligence: From Oral Health to Systemic Health; How AI Can Help Support Dentistry.” Dr Parchewsky says that these types of webinars can help fill in a lot of informational gaps that clinicians may have.

“AI has made a lot of news recently as technology develops rapidly. But how will this impact my work as a clinician? How can I leverage the power of AI systems to benefit my practice and my patients?” he asks in the press release. “I am excited for the opportunity to present my thoughts and have a lively discussion with the online audience in October.”

Following that, DS Academy Campus’s second webinar will be hosted by aligner expert Dr Sara Mahmood from Dallas, Texas. Dr Mahmood’s presentation will be called, “Predictable Results with Clear Aligner Therapy,” and aims to educate on digital clear aligner workflows.

DS Academy Campus aims to continue this series of webinars each month as it homes in on the importance of clinical education in the dental profession, especially as clinical education stands as one of Dentsply Sirona’s main pillars. Because of its key role in a dental professional’s growth, Dentsply Sirona is excited to provide this opportunity for learners, according to senior vice president, orthodontic aligner solutions & customer experience, Erania Brackett.

“Clinical education is paramount for professional development and for ensuring the best care for patients. As digitalization transforms workflows and dental practices, Dentsply Sirona wants to ensure that learning new skills and techniques, is as convenient as possible, and in an engaging way through the DS Campus,” Brackett says in the press release. “The live webinars feature a carefully curated lineup of experts who will delve into important topics starting with one that’s on everyone’s mind: Artificial Intelligence.”

Dentsply Sirona World 2023 will also host a variety of educational events, providing visiting clinicians and professionals the opportunity to get in-person, hands-on education. DS World 2023 will be taking place September 21st through the 23rd at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada, and will house a variety of learning opportunities. Such opportunities include more than 100 courses taught by both local and international instructors as well as 2 live surgeries that will take place on the main stage. Fun events like live shows and networking opportunities will also be at DS World 2023, making it a trip well worth it.

For those unable to attend DS World 2023, a variety of other courses and webinars will still be available through DS Campus. If interested, visit the 

New courses and webinars will cover all things digital dentistry, including artificial intelligence and clear aligner therapies. 