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The BioSonic® SUVI® piezoelectric ultrasonic scaler and air polisher reportedly offers comfortable ergonomics, LED lighting and long-lasting tips for a wide range of procedures.

Available in SUVI Premier and Elite models, the scaler also provides an autoclavable, silicone-sleeved handpiece with an embedded water regulator for water flow control, plus a foot pedal for reportedly easy, hands-free power adjustment. 

For more information about the BioSonic SUVI scaler and air polisher, call 330-916-8800 or head to 

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BioSonic SUVI scaler and air polisher from Coltene offers hands-free efficiency and more

 yielded the first U.S.  installation of a 

“Being able to spearhead such a new and innovative product in Milwaukee is a great achievement and really showcases the creativity and capability of our organizers,” said Brian Broncatti, North American SOREDEX Vice President. “We are proud to be able to work with Marquette University School of Dentistry to ensure today’s students and future HCPs learn how to effectively incorporate the latest technology.”

For administrators at the school, the regional partnership presents many exciting care and educational opportunities. “The SCANORA 3Dx enhances our ability to provide superior care,” said Lisa Koenig, BChD, DDS, and MS Program Director of Oral Medicine and Oral Radiology. “The new technology will make our patients more comfortable, which will allow our students to learn more efficiently.  SOREDEX and Marquette have been excellent partners, so it made sense to work with them to bring this unique experience to our students.”

 digital imaging system offers 3D diagnostic information, as well as rich visual images designed to interest patients in their own care.  Variable fields of view isolate areas of interest, reportedly allowing for greater efficiency and flexibility.

For more information about the SCANORA 3Dx, head to the 

 The SCANORA 3Dx's advanced technology is a perfect kick off for the MU School of Dentistry's planned $16,000,000 upgrade

A recent collaboration between SOREDEX USA and the Marquette University School of Dentistry yielded the first U.S.  installation of a SCANORA 3Dx CBCT digital imaging system.

Partnership between SOREDEX and Marquette University aims to improve patient care and enhance dental education [VIDEO]

, Boomer the Foot Mouse is said to offer enhanced hands-free features, including opening x-rays, schedule checking and intra-oral camera operation.

Additionally, Boomer offers hands-free access to computer functions that only require a mouse to activate, plus it is said to bridge the gap for paperless compliance.  Boomer the Foot Mouse was designed by 

 inventor Becky Logue, RDH and is distributed by Beckner Products, Inc.

For more information, or to take advantage of a preorder special, call 1-877-278-0061 or head to 

Set to launch at the ADA’s 2013 conference in New Orleans on October 31st, Boomer the Foot Mouse is said to offer enhanced hands-free features, including opening x-rays, schedule checking and intra-oral camera operation.

How to get hands-free access to charts, x-rays and more with Boomer the Foot Mouse

Hemostyp Hemostatic Gauze is created naturally from regenerated cellulose and is said to offer effective fluid control and protection on wounds. 

While in contact with blood, saline or water, the cellulose converts to a collagen-like substance, reaching a viscosity that has the to bond with damaged platelets and blood vessels.  Once placed and saturated, the Hemostyp dissolves or can be washed away with water or saline.  Hemostyp is pre-cut, sized and packaged in blister packs for dental use.

For more information about Hemostyp Hemostatic Gauze, or to place an order, call 1-855-255-7562 or head to 

Watch the video below for a brief overview of Hemostyp Hemostatic Gauze

How to use natural Hemostyp Hemostatic Gauze for the effective treatment of dental wounds [VIDEO]

Previewed at the California Dental Association trade show in San Francisco, Calif., Perfectemp 10 from 

 is a multifunctional acrylic temporary crown and bridge material that reportedly offers stronger, more esthetic temporaries with a high luster that requires little to no polishing.

Also, Perfectemp 10’s 10:1 automix formula results in a minimal oxygen-inhibited layer for better handling and polishability, plus it provides high compressive and flexural strength. 3.4% shrinkage is said to offer an accurate fit and marginal integrity, while the material’s multiple uses make it ideal for highly esthetic temporary crowns, partial crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, and veneers.  Additionally, minimal heat generation means Perfectemp 10 waylays any threat to pulp.  Set time is 4:30 minutes and removal time is only 1:30 to 2:30 minutes.

Perfectemp 10 Temporary Crown and Bridge Material will be available in mid-September.  For more information, call DenMat at 1-800-445-0345.

Watch the video below to discover why Perfectemp 10 is the just the latest in a long line of innovations from DenMat

Perfectemp 10 from DenMat is a multifunctional acrylic temporary crown and bridge material that reportedly offers stronger, more esthetic temporaries 

CDA Presents: DenMat’s Perfectemp® 10 offers high luster with litte to no polishing, plus much more

Previewed at the California Dental Association trade show in San Francisco, Calif., Perfectemp 10 from DenMat is a multifunctional acrylic temporary crown and bridge material that reportedly offers stronger, more esthetic temporaries with a high luster that requires little to no polishing.

Canadian dentist Michael Zuk is attracting attention for his efforts to extract DNA from a tooth belonging to John Lennon in an effort to clone the late Beatle.

The rotten molar, which Dr. Zuk purchased for more than $30,000 in 2011, is currently in a U.S. lab where scientists are contemplating ways to extract the rock star’s genetic code. 

 that Lennon gave the tooth to his housekeeper Dorothy “Dot” Jarrett while she was under his employ between 1964 and 1968, according to her son Barry.  He related that his mother, who is now 90 years old, wished to pass on the tooth rather than risk it becoming lost.  Shortly after the auction ended, Dr. Zuk came forward as the winning bidder and revealed his unusual plans to attempt to clone the rock star.

"I am nervous and excited at the possibility that we will be able to fully sequence John Lennon's DNA, very soon I hope. With researchers working on ways to clone mammoths, the same technology certainly could make human cloning a reality," said Dr. Zuk. “To potentially say I had a small part in bringing back one of Rock's greatest stars would be mind-blowing.”

, Dr. Zuk believes the investment he has made in the tooth is potentially the best decision of his life, despite critics who say he’s just plain crazy.   Whether or not that’s true could be debated, but Zuk’s actually made charitable use of the molar as well, sending it on a tour of the UK to raise awareness of mouth cancer.

For more information about Dr. Zuk’s effort to create an army of John Lennons, check out the 

 website, complete with a ridiculous rendition of “Love Me Tooth.”

Canadian dentist attempts to clone John Lennon using DNA from the late Beatle’s tooth

A recently released video from Ivoclar Vivadent outlines how to use Multilink Automix to its fullest potential.

Designed for adhesive cementation techniques, 

 offers an enhanced adhesive formula that allows for simpler clean-up of excess material using a quarter light-curing technique.

Building off of the system’s ability to deliver high bond strength, Mulitlink Automix  has reportedly been used to place over 10 million indirect restorations, plus it offers a 99% adhesive survival rate in nine studies examining over 291 restorations.

Watch the video below for precise, step-by-step instructions on how to use Multilink Automix, or head to 

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 focus on the processes of isolation, adhesion, composite placement, and polishing as they coalesce to form reportedly excellent Class II composite restorations. 

, the two products are said to deliver a predictable and efficient solution, while also reducing variables and providing an optimal doctor/patient result.

For more information about the complete line of restorative products from Dentsply Caulk, call 1-800-532-2855 or head to 

Prime & Bond elect™ Universal Adhesive and TPH Spectra™ focus on the processes of isolation, adhesion, composite placement, and polishing as they coalesce to form reportedly excellent Class II composite restorations. 

Dentsply Caulk’s line of restorative products offer optimized Class II procedures

The Midwest Automate 4-port automated handpiece maintenance system from 

 reportedly offers accurate and consistent cleaning, lubricating and expelling, plus provides ease of use and flexibility for use with a wide range of handpieces. 

The system’s all-steel construction is said to offer durability for a longer life, while a dedicated chuck cleaning port cleans and lubes the handpiece chucking mechanism for simpler insertion and extraction of cutting instruments.  Additionally, a handpiece count sensor allows users to run one handpiece while in a hurry, and still get a precise and consistent clean and lube cycle.

For more information about the Midwest Automate, call 1-800-989-8825 or head to 

The Midwest Automate 4-port automated handpiece maintenance system from Dentsply Professional reportedly offers accurate and consistent cleaning, lubricating and expelling, plus provides ease of use and flexibility for use with a wide range of handpieces. 

Midwest® Automate™ handpiece maintenance system offers ease of use and optimized long-term performance

 is a cloud-based communications solution that reportedly allows dental practices to prioritize phone calls, schedule patient appointments and collect outstanding balances.

The integrated system works in conjunction with the 

 practice management solution from Henry Schein, as well as Broadview Networks’ original 

 cloud-based phone system.  With OfficeSuite Dental, incoming calls trigger a pop-up that automatically displays the patient’s record along with family history, past appointments and other clinical details.  This is said to allow practice staff to improve efficiency by having all of the relevant details at their fingertips.

For more information about OfficeSuite Dental, or to download a free brochure, head to Broadview Networks’ website at 

OfficeSuite Dental from Broadview Networks® is a cloud-based communications solution that reportedly allows dental practices to prioritize phone calls, schedule patient appointments and collect outstanding balances.