Michael Quirk

Made from thermoplastic nylon, Lincoln Dental’s 

 clasp is said to be easily adjustable and non-abrasive, while also remaining completely clear without the noticeable metal parts found in other aesthetic dentistry materials.

Additionally, Itsoclear clasps do not require the use of injection machines or hand-held injectors, taking fewer than four minutes to process and place.  Ideal for those with partial dentures, the clasps are available in packages of six molar caps and six universal clasps.

For more information about Itsoclear clasps, or to place an order, call 1 (800) 289-6678 or head to 

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Made from thermoplastic nylon, Lincoln Dental’s Itsoclear clasp is said to be easily adjustable and non-abrasive, while also remaining completely clear without the noticeable metal parts found in other aesthetic dentistry materials. 

Easily adjustable Itsoclear clasps by Lincoln Dental increase profits by reducing bench time

 orthodontic toothbrushes are outfitted with an interdental brush, reportedly making it easier for users to clean hard-to-reach areas and remove debris between teeth and braces.

With the aid of an easy-to-hold handle, the oval-trimmed, V-shaped brush provides greater access to the posterior teeth, while the rounded, diamond-polished Dupont™ Tynex® filament bristles gently clean around gingivae, implants, brackets, wires, and bands.

Acclean orthodontic toothbrushes are available in a wide variety of colors in boxes of 12.

For more information about Acclean orthodontic toothbrushes, call Henry Schein Dental at 1 (800) 372-4346 or head to 

Henry Schein’s recently launched line of double-ended Acclean orthodontic toothbrushes are outfitted with an interdental brush, reportedly making it easier for users to clean hard-to-reach areas and remove debris between teeth and braces.

Acclean® orthodontic toothbrush by Henry Schein® offers gentle, effective cleaning around dental work

From orthodontic brushes to tooth desensitizer and milling burs, DPR’s weekly product roundup hosts a bunch of new products that you may have missed.

Twice as precise as the human eye, the VITA’s Easyshade Advance 4.0 reportedly offers advanced measurement technology and easy determination, plus it’s equipped with Bluetooth technology that allows dentists to wirelessly transmit shade information to the VITA Assist software.

Primotec’s German-crafted zirconia milling burs reportedly provide 50% more cutting surface over average burs, plus they are compatible with nearly all CNC milling machines.

Parkell’s Pain-Free F tooth desensitizer contains fluoride for excellent tubule occlusion.  Practitioners simply apply the product to the dentin for fast and effective relief from hypersensitivity.

Like its predecessor, the Quad-Tray X2 by Clinician’s Choice is reportedly inflexible and ultra-rigid, plus perforated sidewalls securely stabilize the impression by securing material to the tray.

These double-ended orthodontic toothbrushes from Henry Schein Dental are outfitted with an interdental brush, plus offer diamond-polished bristles designed to gently and effectively clean between braces, implants, wire, brackets, and other dental work.

Get caught up with the week’s newest dental product launches – May 10th, 2013

Like the rigid metal Quad-Tray before it, 

 Anterior Quad-Tray X2 provides highly accurate dual arch impressions and restorations that need little chair-side adjustment.

Ultra-rigid and inflexible, the Anterior Quad-Tray X2 is outfitted with high, perforated sidewalls to render the impression more stable by securely locking the material to the tray.  Additionally, it is reported that cured material will not separate from the tray, nor will it distort upon removal.

Also, a wide arch design allows for sufficient space to capture the second premolar, which ensures that adequate occlusal detail is recorded.  Plus, the tray’s ergonomic handle allows for easy transfer from assistant to dentist, and dentist to patient, which simplifies insertion and removal, while also providing enhanced control to the practitioner.

For more information about the Anterior Quad-Tray X2, or to view a complete product line, head to Clinician’s choice website at 

Like the rigid metal Quad-Tray before it, Clinician’s Choice’s Anterior Quad-Tray X2 provides highly accurate dual arch impressions and restorations that need little chair-side adjustment.

Anterior Quad-Tray X2 by Clinician’s Choice provides highly accurate impressions and restorations

 offers marketing opportunities for dental offices by creating custom, take-home whitening kits ornamented with their logo or other personalized images.

Kits come in carbamide peroxide strengths of 10%, 22% and 35%, each infused with potassium nitrate to reduce tooth sensitivity.  Kits contain two bulk 5ml syringes of mint-flavored whitening solution; two universal, reusable trays; and a shade guide and patient instructions.

Smart Practice encourages dentists to provide the kits as part of patient appreciation campaigns.  Kit refills are also available for $11.99 should patients want to schedule follow-up appointments. 

As an added incentive, Smart Practice is offering 12 free kits to practitioners who purchase 24 or more by June 30

, 2013. To get your free kits, simply enter the code DSA3 while making your purchase.

To learn more about Custom Reflection whitening kits, or to place an order, head to Smart Practice’s website at 

Reflection whitening kits from Smart Practice offers marketing opportunities for dental offices by creating custom, take-home whitening kits ornamented with their logo or other personalized images.

Reflection® whitening kits by Smart Practice offer practices custom-branded marketing opportunities

PaX-i3D Green is an eco-friendly addition to 

, offering ultra-low dose radiation and FDA clearance for pediatric use. 

Reportedly, the PaX-i3D Green provides a radiation dosage lower than that of 2D imaging units, while at the same time providing consistently high-quality 3D images.

Incorporating the “green” moniker into its build, the unit is manufactured without the use of hazardous substances and utilizes renewable energy sources to reduce its overall carbon footprint.

Additional features of the PaX-i3D include 49.5 micron full-digital CMOS sensors; cephalometric, panoramic and CT imaging on separate, dedicated sensors; and vertical and horizontal collimation.

For more information on the Vatech, or to view a complete product list, head to 

PaX-i3D Green is an eco-friendly addition to Vatech’s PaX-i3D brand, offering ultra-low dose radiation and FDA clearance for pediatric use.  

Vatech's PaX-i3D Green CT imaging system offers ultra-low dose, eco-friendly digital radiography

 Easyshade Advance 4.0 digital shade matching system provides optimal determination, advanced measurement technology and sturdy LED components.

Also, the fourth-generation technology offers accuracy that is two times that of the human eye.

When set to “average” mode, the Easyshade Advance 4.0 lets practitioners size up to 30 shades on one tooth to arrive at an median shade, reportedly making the difficult determination of a base shade on anterior teeth much easier.  Additionally, a shade measure button automatically measures when the shade reaches ideal placement.

By utilizing Bluetooth technology, measurement information is sent wirelessly to the operatory’s VITA Assist software, which then displays results in international shade standards for VITA 3D-MASTER and VITA classical A1-D4.

For more information about Easyshade Advance 4.0, or to view a complete project list, head to VITA’s website at 

VITA’s Easyshade Advance 4.0 digital shade matching system provides optimal determination, advanced measurement technology and sturdy LED components.

VITA’s fourth-generation Easyshade technology promises greater speed, reliability

 microbiological efficacy on oral malodor and periodontal bacteria reportedly sets it apart from other common mouthwashes, allowing it to function instead as a proactive element in maintaining good overall oral health.

It is said to break down biofilm and kill germs that cause gum disease, plus OraCare does not burn or stain.

Be sure to check out these University of Iowa studies examining OraCare’s efficacy in 

.  For more information about OraCare from 

By utilizing activated chlorine dioxide (CL02), OraCare’s microbiological efficacy on oral malodor and periodontal bacteria reportedly sets it apart from other common mouthwashes, allowing it to function instead as a proactive element in maintaining good overall oral health.

Dentist Select’s OraCare™ oral cleanser offers 28 all-in-one take home and office uses

Lecturing patients to practice good oral health can be an exhausting – and often fruitless – aspect of a dentist’s or oral hygienist’s job.  So why not spare yourself and show them instead? 

Besides, we live in a visual age, and your patients may react more strongly to images. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of visual alternatives on the internet in the form of  infographics.  With this in mind, DPR gathered five great infographics you can use to educate your patients on the importance of proper dental hygiene.  Have a look:

The title says it all. From grabbing the right oral hygiene gear to choosing a dentist, this infographic from the 

 offers comprehensive tips and tactics on how patients can keep their teeth and improve overall well being.

Did you know that some brands of soda –and vinegar - have the nearly the same acidity as battery acid?  That’s what this infographic from 

 demonstrates, plus much more about the harmful effects of soda on teeth.

It’s a no-brainer for dentists and hygienists, but how often do you come across patients that don’t floss regularly? Probably quite often.  This blunt infographic by 

 vividly illustrates the harmful effect not flossing has not just on your teeth, but also on your overall health.  Diabetes, low birth weight, stroke – they’re all there. It’s not all doom and gloom, though: the infographic also provides tips on how to improve dental health.

 a kinder, gentler version of the previous one.  It’s true: some patients just need shown, not scared.  It contains much of the same information as the Floss or Die – diabetes, heart disease, low birth weight, and more - just in a friendlier package.

5. Don't Let Your Oral Health Go Up in Smoke

It’s not breaking news: smoking is really, really bad for you.  Yet, according to 

, 19% of American adults are still classified as habitual smokers.  Even worse, the same report states that approximately 1,000 people under the age of 18 begin smoking on a daily basis.  As this infographic from 

 illustrates, the deadly effects of smoking go well beyond what dental patients normally think about. 

Lecturing patients to practice good oral health can be an exhausting – and often fruitless – aspect of a dentist’s or oral hygienist’s job.  So why not spare yourself and show them instead?  

Top 5 infographics to educate your dental patients

 2D barcode scanner scans moving objects, while its compact body allows it to be used in small spaces. 

Additionally, a wide-angle focusing lens allows scanned units to be scanned close to the unit, even as near as 1.6 inches away.  Outfitted with IP54 dust and splash proof protection, the QB30 offers an extended operating temperature range of -4 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit, allowing it to perform in a wide range of environments and situations.  Also, the scanner’s highly configurable software works in tandem with existing systems and allows users to easily set a wide range of parameters through its communication command.

A manufacturer of lightweight, ergonomically designed barcode scanners, DENSO ADC is the American sales division of 

, inventor of the QR code.  For more information about the QB30 stationary barcode scanner, head to the company’s website at 

Designed to be twice as fast as DENSO’s QB20 models, the QB30 2D barcode scanner scans moving objects, while its compact body allows it to be used in small spaces. 