Dentsply Sirona

	Dentsply Sirona and Futuredontics signed an agreement April 18 selling the business to Congdon Street LLC of which Fred Joyal, the former CEO and co-founder of Futuredontics, is a majority owner. Dentsply Sirona will sell all of its shares so that Congdon Street LLC will become sole owner of Futuredontics, a leading provider of dental marketing services and software.

	The divestment of Futuredontics is part of 

 plan to focus on the core business and deliver innovation.

“We are very happy that Congdon Street LLC will take over the ownership of Futuredontics. Fred Joyal is well-known and appreciated within the company and the industry and has strongly contributed to the success of the company in the past,” says Walter Petersohn, chief commercial officer at Dentsply Sirona. “We are convinced that with Congdon Street LLC as new owner of the company, Futuredontics will continue its success story. We look forward to continue working with Fred Joyal and the Futuredontics team.”

	“We are extremely pleased that this transaction creates an opportunity from which both sides will benefit,” says Fred Joyal of Congdon Street LLC and former CEO and co-founder of Futuredontics. “Futuredontics will remain an important partner of Dentsply Sirona while, at the same time, we will be able to focus even stronger on our own specific customer base and further develop our company as an independent business. The Futuredontics team and I are eager to serve our customers in new and exciting ways.”

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	The parties have agreed not to disclose financial terms of the transaction.

	Founded in 1986 in the U.S., Futuredontics is the parent company of 1-800-DENTIST, the premier consumer brand in dental marketing, as well as a new online consumer destination for dentistry (Dentistry.com), and a sophisticated patient communications software product (PatientActivator). Futuredontics optimizes the dental patient lifecycle by coupling world-class marketing and office support services with unparalleled service. The company is based in Los Angeles and has 150 employees. Fred Joyal co-founded 1-800-DENTIST in 1986 and is a renowned industry expert and veteran.

	Congdon Street LLC is an investment company focused on the health care industry.

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The divestment of Futuredontics is part of Dentsply Sirona’s plan to focus on the core business and deliver innovation.

Dentsply Sirona sells Futuredontics to Congdon Street LLC

Digital technologies, modern instruments, sophisticated solutions 

 dentists and their assistants benefit equally from all of this. Dentsply Sirona will present other products that bring added value, time-savings and better practice procedures, particularly for assistants. One example is the innovative mirror suction. 

	Dental assistants make more use of the suction device and the dental mirror than almost any other instruments. Dentsply Sirona has combined the two into a single instrument - the Purevac HVE. The advantages: With the suction mirror, fewer instrument changes are necessary. It can be used for both wet and dry treatment, for blasting powder, and also for larger particles. The instrument removes aerosols, splashes, liquids, and deposits from the patient's oral cavity, while at the same time guaranteeing a good view and illumination of the treatment area. 

Convenient handling, efficient operation 

	Dentsply Sirona also presents other products for tasks beyond chairside assistance, e.g. for patient history and diagnosis. The new XCP-PSP Fit

 phosphor plate holder system for intraoral X-rays functions with all the common phosphor plate brands, and it reportedly requires only a quarter of the parts needed for comparable systems to cover all of the indications. The sizes and arrows printed directly on the parts, along with the color-coded system, enable an uncomplicated setup of the autoclavable bite block. The secure sleeve band and the spring arm design of the bite block are designed to ensure that the photostimulated phosphor plate (PSP) stays in place throughout the entire X-ray workflow. 

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	The X-ray software, Sidexis 4, reportedly guarantees even easier operation of X-ray units thanks to regular updates. Whether sensor, imaging plates, or 3D X- rays, all of the devices are uncomplicated to use and they always deliver clear, high-resolution images for quick, safe work processes. 

Prophylaxis assistants and dental hygienists have advantages working with the Intego Pro treatment center: The dentist/assistant element and the tray system can be optimally positioned for two-handed treatment to enable fatigue-free work. This gives the prophylaxis assistant optimized reach distances and good access to the patients. Up to five instruments are needed for prophylactic treatment, including up to two electric motors. 

	Fluoridation of the cleaned surfaces of the teeth is the perfect conclusion to a treatment. Nupro

 White Varnish with fluoride can be applied directly to the moist teeth without drying them first. The result is a uniform layer with no dripping or stringing that becomes transparent on contact with saliva. This solution is available in the following flavors: mint, grape, and raspberry.

 label, Dentsply Sirona offers a comprehensive range of products for the prevention of infection, all from a single source. The color-coded PracticeProtectTM wheel simplifies product selection and cataloging. 

	The DAC Universal from Dentsply Sirona ensures the validated reconditioning of hand and contra-angle pieces and turbines, ultrasonic handpieces and tips, and multifunctional syringes and air polishing units. But nothing is so perfect that it can't be made even better to further simplify processes for the practice team. At the IDS from March 12 - 16, 2019, interested specialized dental assistants are invited to experience these products and technologies, and many others from Dentsply Sirona, and to test them under the watchful eye of a specialist. As always, there will be special trade fair terms for any purchases made at the Dentsply Sirona booth at the IDS. 

	"Our goal is to be a reliable partner for the entire team in the dental office," says Thomas Leonardi, group vice president, consumables dental product group, Dentsply Sirona. "This means that we supply dental hygienists with innovative ideas and safe solutions that make their work easier and help to ensure the success of the practice." 

Due to the different approval and registration times, not all technologies and products are immediately available in all countries. 

The new product combines suction and mirror tools into one hand-held device. 

Dentsply Sirona presents the Purevac HVE

	As three days of unparalleled educational opportunities and thrilling entertainment options came to a close, attendees left the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando understanding why Dentsply Sirona World remains the premier dental event in the world.

	“With more than 100 breakout sessions, rousing general sessions, top-tier entertainment and lively social activities, Dentsply Sirona World proved why there is no equal to the Ultimate Dental Meeting,” says Vice President of Marketing Ingo Zimmer.

	Held Sept. 13-15, attendees filled enlightening education sessions taught by the biggest names in dentistry, got hands-on with the most innovative technologies and products on the trade show floor, experienced once-in-a-lifetime private shows from singer Katy Perry and comedian Jim Gaffigan, and so much more.

	Continuing educational courses were offered in 12 specialized tracks, a record for the event. Attendees had no shortage of incredibly high-quality learning opportunities when they personalized their schedules to meet their needs.

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The general sessions kept attendees on the edge of their seats with inspiring speakers, including Dr. Dan Butterman, Dr. Stephen Sterlitz, Heidi Arndt, Jennifer Chevalier and Brian McCarthy. Additionally, Dr. Ross Enfinger performed a live dental procedure.

	Per usual, Dentsply Sirona World offered its guests the chance to experience celebrity entertainment in a personal setting. Pulitzer Prize-winning author and New York Times best seller Doris Kearns Goodwin captivated the audience with her keynote address, sponsored by Implant Seminars, while Grammy-nominated comedian Jim Gaffigan kept them laughing with his standup, and you could really hear the crowd ROAR during global pop superstar Katy Perry’s private concert.

	Two wellness activities allowed attendees to better both their minds and bodies, as Compassionate Finance sponsored both a medieval fun run and a yoga class. Attendees were in a jovial mood wearing their best medieval-inspired costumes, as they made their way along the Rosen Shingle’s beautiful championship golf course during Friday morning’s fun run. On Saturday, guests looked inward and found their Zen during the Yoga Mix! Modern Twist on Yoga class.

	The Oktoberfest gathering was the perfect end to an amazing three days in Orlando. Guests put on their lederhosen or dirndls and hit the dance floor to socialize with their peers. From the rousing Bavarian band, to the scrumptious food to the tasty drinks, this party captured the true spirit of the German festival.

	Everyone is encouraged to start planning now for Dentsply Sirona World 2019. Scheduled Oct. 3-5, the Ultimate Dental Meeting is heading back to Las Vegas to the Mandalay Bay Casino and Resort. Register now at

This year's event featured more than 100 breakout sessions and continued educational courses in 12 specialized tracks.

Dentsply Sirona World 2018 wraps up three-day event in Orlando

	Dentsply Sirona World 2018 is right around the corner and tickets are selling fast. Every year, the Ultimate Dental Meeting is the most exciting and educational event in the dental industry. Whether you’ve already signed up or are getting ready to, here are the five things you won’t want to miss at Dentsply Sirona World 2018.

	1. Be the best by learning from the best

	More than 90 of the dental world’s best and brightest are offering classes in 12 unique educational tracks, including a new Dental Assisting and Hygiene track. These speakers will educate attendees on the latest methods and technology while also providing insight on what's shaping dentistry today. This is a chance to earn continuing education credits in an incredibly captivating environment with a grassroots effort to spread the most innovative ideas in dental.

	“No other event offers this much knowledge and years of dental experience under one roof,” says Vice President of Marketing Ingo Zimmer. “This is a truly unique opportunity to learn from the brightest minds in our industry.”

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	All attendees can sign up now for their preferred breakout sessions.

	2) Get a history lesson from an award-winning author

	It’s not every day that you get a chance to listen to a world-renowned presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author speak directly to you. On Friday afternoon, Sept. 14, Doris Kearns Goodwin takes the stage to present Dentsply Sirona World 2018’s keynote address.

	Goodwin was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in history for “No Ordinary Time: Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt: The Home Front in World War II” and is the author of the bestsellers “Wait Till Next Year,” “Lyndon Johnson and the American Dream” and “The Fitzgeralds and the Kennedys,” which was adapted into an award-winning five-part TV
	miniseries.

	3. Meet the experts on the tradeshow floor

The tradeshow floor at Dentsply Sirona World is always the place to be when guests aren't attending groundbreaking educational sessions. Attendees will get hands-on experience with the latest innovations and be the first to hear about new product launches. Make sure to catch live interviews with the experts at the media panel or see cutting-edge technology at work in the live procedure area. The tradeshow floor is always great for networking, so make sure to swing by to meet and mingle with the industry’s influencers, key opinion leaders and old friends from previous events.

	4. Let loose and party with big name stars

	Guests are definitely going to want to keep their Thursday and Friday nights clear! Dentsply Sirona is treating attendees to private shows from Grammy-nominated comedian, actor, writer and producer Jim Gaffigan and Grammy-nominated global popstar Katy Perry. Gaffigan will have you rolling on the floor with laughter on Thursday, Sept. 13 while you can sing along to your favorite songs with Perry on Friday, Sept. 14.

	The fun doesn’t stop there! Throw on your dirndl or best pair of lederhosen and come party Oktoberfest-style at the Ultimate Dental Meeting’s closing party on Saturday, Sept. 15. This is the perfect send-off after spending three days learning from and meeting industry leaders.

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	5. Find your inner peace and let out your inner warrior

	Attendees have the opportunity to work on their minds and bodies in a fun-spirited and upbeat environment with Dentsply Sirona World 2018’s free wellness activities. Throw on your best costume and prepare to dual the competition at the Medieval-themed three-mile fun at 6 a.m. Friday, Sept. 14. This is a great way to take in the beautiful scenery of the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort and its impressive championship golf course. The first 300 participants to finish will receive an official Dentsply Sirona World 2018 bottle blender. The fun run is an untimed event and open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.

	If you’re looking for something more relaxing, some of the best yoga instructors in Orlando are leading a class for all skill levels at the outdoor terrace at 7 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 15. Overlook the resort’s pools and golf course as you get a modern twist on the traditional yoga class from YOGA MIX! Orlando. The first 300 attendees will receive a free Dentsply Sirona World 2018 yoga mat, which will be handed out the morning of the event for use during the class.

	Hosted at the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando from Sept. 13-15, Dentsply Sirona World truly offers an experience like no other in the dental field. Register now at 

 or contact the Dentsply Sirona World hotline at 1-844-462-7476 or email events@dentsplysironaworld.com.

From live procedures on the tradeshow floor to a performance by Katy Perry, these are the activities you don't want to miss.

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	The single-unit crown procedure involves multiple steps, several visits on the part of the patient and involvement from the doctor, dental assistant and dental laboratory. Any misstep may put restoration longevity and profitability at risk.

	Dentsply Sirona Restorative designed a complete solution to help deliver greater efficiency and predictable clinical outcomes. The Single-Unit Crown Total Practice Solution delivers at every step. This complete solution provides dual benefits: enhancing procedure reliability and creating ideal conditions for restoration longevity. Each high-performance product builds upon the success of the previous one to deliver a better overall procedure for you, for your patient and for your practice.

	Watch a full single-unit crown dental restoration procedure using products from the Single-Unit Crown Total Practice Solution from Dentsply Sirona.  

In this brief how-to video, dental professionals can learn how Dentsply Sirona's Single-Unit Crown Total Practice Solution offers improved results for restorative workflows.

How to improve single-unit crown procedures

	The most durable bond in the mouth is well established to be etched enamel - and with an average depth of 6 mm, all Class II preps extend down into dentin.

	In selective-etch mode, Prime&Bond elect

 lets you achieve the best result on each substrate by etching enamel margins where available, while avoiding over-etching dentin and increasing the risk of sensitivity. It provides high bond strength to enamel and to dentin in deep Class II restorations to protect the most vulnerable interface.

	For selective etching at the enamel-dentin junction, avoiding the risk of sensitivity on dentin is a top priority. Using Prime&Bond elect

34% Tooth Conditioner Gel in a selective-etch application gives you excellent application control. The etchant gel viscosity allows you to trace the enamel margins, while minimizing the chance of it dripping or slumping onto the dentin.






 The most durable bond in the mouth is well established to be etched enamel - and with an average depth of 6 mm, all Class II preps extend down into dentin.

How to selective etch with precision with Prime&Bond elect

	Accounting for more than half of all direct restorations

, Class II procedures are incredibly important to your practice.

	Discover the key areas to protecting the most vulnerable interface of a Class II restoration – the floor of the proximal box. From tooth isolation to having the right curing light, Nick Conte, D.M.D. speaks to what’s most important in each stage of a Class II procedure to best ensure the clinical longevity of the restoration. 

	1. American Dental Association Procedure Recap Report, 2006

Dr. Nick Conte outlines how to protect the floor of the proximal box during Class II restorations.

How to protect the most vulnerable interface in a Class II restoration

 Stylus™ ATC Handpiece is said to be a real change in handpiece technology and the cutting experience. It contains several features that are said to make it the most powerful, efficient and effortless cutting experience ever.

 connects to an electronic “brain” in the control source that constantly maintains bur speed according to load, which reportedly allows it to know when to deliver more power. The technology is also said to virtually eliminate stalling and the need to make frequent adjustments because it automatically optimizes power. 

	Smooth operation: The handpiece delivers constant speed under load for cutting efficiency and faster removal of material, and is said to be the most powerful air-driven handpiece. The speed adjusts when the bur is not under load to minimize wear on handpiece bearings. The handpiece also reportedly emits a low pitch and tone, which can increase dentist and patient comfort. 

 reportedly allows the handpiece to operate at speeds of 330,000 RPM without noticeable bur deflection or chattering for better control and precision. This is said to create a greater, more consistent transference of power from the handpiece to the bur for maximized cutting efficiency. 

	Control: The handpiece reportedly allows you to control the degree of precision you need, time after time, and also to deliver smooth precision and control for margin refinement and restorative procedures. 

	Freedom: The handpiece features a swivel allowing what are said to be exceptional rotational capabilities. Mini and medium heads are available, as well as short shank and regular bur compatibility. 

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Applying the Midwest Stylus ATC in your practice

	The Dentsply Sirona Restorative Single-Unit Crown Total Practice Solution optimizes three critical procedural steps to enhance procedural reliability, achieve restoration longevity and help protect the profitability of your practice.

	This video will examine tooth preparation and final impression taking using Aquasil Ultra+ impression material, two key components to a successful single-unit crown procedure.

	Preparation design is a critical component in creating a successful restoration. An all-ceramic preparation requires a minimum of 1.0 mm of axial reduction, 1.5 mm across the occlusal surface and a full 2.0 mm in the central fossa. An ideal preparation should have at least 3-4 mm of axial wall height and an occlusal convergence or taper of between 8-10 degrees, to create inherent retention.

	After preparation, the tooth and the surrounding anatomy are ready for the final impression. Aquasil Ultra+ Smart Wetting Impression Material is syringed around the prepared tooth beginning at the margin inter-proximally using the digit delivery system. Performance optimized with intraoral hydrophilicity and intraoral tear strength, Aquasil Ultra+ impression material is the idea material to use for this case. Syringing continues up the axial walls and onto the occlusal surface. Remember to keep the tip in the material at all times to prevent voids or bubbles in the final impression. The remaining wash material is placed across the adjacent occlusal surface to minimize potential for voids where the mix tip is withdrawn. The tray is then seated.

	The tray is stabilized in the mouth. Two and one half minutes from the start of mixing, the material is set and can be removed. The final impression is checked to see that all detail has been recorded, that no errors have occurred, and that no voids, tears, or bubbles are detected. This Aquasil Ultra+ final impression can now be sent to the lab for final crown fabrication.

	To explore the complete Single-Unit Crown Total Practice Solution including products, education, and support, please visit singleunitrestorations.com.

A look at how Aquasil Ultra+ helps with two key components of a successful single-unit crown procedure.

How to simplify final impressions with Aquasil Ultra+ impression material

	Dentsply Sirona is pleased to announce that a college student outperformed over 30 dental laboratory professionals in a Software Design Competition using the company’s inLab

 software. The contest was recently held at the Dental Lab Owners Association of California’s (DLOAC’s) 13

 Annual International CAD/CAM Expo & Symposium on November 17

	Shortly after learning the software program that same morning, Zhen Yin, a student at L.A. Community College, took home the grand prize of $5,000 for his winning designs using the inLab software. “The 

 was very easy to use and made designing each restoration quick, efficient and actually fun,” remarked Zhen. “I am very proud to say that I won this contest among so many talented and experienced laboratory professionals.”

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Second and third place winners (respectively) were Goran Zarov, Owner of Accutech Dental Lab, and David De Wet, Owner of Oralart Dental Ceramics who each took home $1,500. The fourth place winner was Gary Jordan, President of Grossman Dental Lab, who won an Apple Watch. All winners achieved their winning placements by using the inLab software.

	The Software Design Competition was created by Jean Chiha, Owner of North Star Dental Laboratories and Milling Center in Santa Ana, California, and President of 

. “This is my last year as President of DLOAC and I was looking to do something different,” remarks Chiha. “I think all that participated really enjoyed this. I wanted to make sure that it was a very well-rounded and fair competition so I choose a wide range of judges and design software from a variety of manufacturers to ensure that all designs were judged without bias.”

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	All contestants were free to choose from a number of 

 platforms to work on for their restorative challenges including Cercon

, exocad, 3Shape, Dental Wings and inLab. They then participated in three rounds of competition where they were tasked with designing different restorative requests within a very limited timeframe:

 Round-3-unit posterior bridge (two minutes)

 Round-6-unit anterior bridge (four minutes)

 Round-Full-arch upper bridge (ten minutes)

	Designs were judged on speed, aesthetics, occlusion contacts and the shape of teeth. Frankie Acosta, one of the judges for the competition, weighed in on the winning design

“I think a big reason as to why Zhen came out on top using inLab was because of the simplicity of the software. Of course his designs were outstanding, but I think he ultimately won because he let the software work for him.” 

	For more information about Dental Lab Owners Association of California and upcoming events, please visit 

	For information about inLab software and all dental laboratory solutions from Dentsply Sirona, please visit 

College student beats lab professionals in design competition using inLab software.