POLISHERS IMPROVE CLINICAL EFFICIENCY Clinician’s Choice (800-265-3444; clinicianschoice.com) has added ASAP INDIRECT+ to its product line. Designed to refine and polish all indirect ceramic restorations, including zirconia, lithium disilicate and porcelain, ASAP INDIRECT+ polishers are manufactured with a strong and wear-resistant silicone binder that allows the diamond particles to tenaciously adhere to the polishing surface, while also improving contact during polishing. The system is indicated for all tooth surfaces, occlusal, lingual, interproximal or facial, and is said to provide quick polishing and excellent results. Circle 46 on card NEW FIRING UNIT FOR CHAIRSIDE RESTORATIONS VITA North America (800-828-3839; vitanorthamerica.com) has introduced the VITA SMART.FIRE, which allows restorations to be completed chairside, even monolithic ceramic restorations. Designed to meet the needs of den- tists who mill chairside, this compact firing unit is described as being fast and efficient. This system also provides crystallization, glaze, stain and cor- rective firing. Materials can be selected in one simple step, thanks to an intuitive user interface and cus- tomizable, material-specific pro- grams that are preinstalled for simple firing. Features include a fully automatic temperature cali- bration for reliable results, a soft- ware-based assistance function for step-by-step firing, and an integrated service drawer for quick access to firing trays and platinum pins. Circle 47 on card POST-EXTRACTION BLADE EASES PROCEDURES Developed with periodontist Scott H. Froum, DDS, the Slade Blade from PDT (800-240-9895; pdtdental.com) is a post-extraction blade designed for efficient removal of cystic infected tissue and granulation tissue. The blade’s design is said to create a cleaner socket, which is vital when preparing for implant placement. Its wide resin handle reduces hand strain, fatigue and pinch. In addition, the Slade Blade’s knurled grip extends to the shank to provide a more secure grip, meaning clinicians can use a lighter grip without sacrificing tactile sensitivity. This instru- ment is available in five styles and sizes to allow more convenient access to posterior and anterior areas. Circle 48 on card MATTE FINISH PRINT RESIN Whip Mix (800-626-5651; whipmix.com) has introduced a three-dimensional print resin for dental models printed on open digital light processing printers with a 385 nm light source. The company describes VeriModel OS as a highly accurate and stable resin that provides high-resolution detail. Designed to handle any model require- ment, this print resin boasts low shrinkage and long-lasting durability. The natural ivory color is said to give a visual contrast to waxes, but does not influence the color of tooth-shaded restorative materials. This product features an easy-to-clean, smooth matte finish and resists settling and pig- ment separation. Circle 49 on card DecisionsInDentistry.com CERAMIC SPRAY GLAZE INTRODUCED Keystone Industries (800-333-3131; keystoneindustries.com) has introduced Enamelite Low-Fusing Fluorescent Ceramic Spray Glaze. This product stains and glazes ceramic units in one firing, as fluorescence is built into the glaze. Easy to use, it promises shade-matching under natural and artificial lighting for zirconia and lithium disilicate restorations, and dries faster than brush-on applications. It is said to be compatible with all dental ceramics. Circle 50 on card HANDS-FREE SUCTION Kulzer (800-431-1785; kulzerus.com) has launched Ivory ReLeaf. This high-volume evacuation device is described as a patient-friendly system that connects effortlessly to existing vacuum lines and provides com- fortable, hands-free suction. It is designed to work in all four quadrants and provide a full view of the oral cavity — without the need to be moved around. Using the cheek and vestibule areas for support, it allows patients to move their heads and commu- nicate, without affecting suction. Patients will also appreciate that gag reflexes are rare with the device, as it does not reach the soft pallet or obstruct the airway. Circle 51 on card ADVERTISERS’ INDEX Company Number Page ACT Chattem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1. . . . . . 2 Anutra Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7. . . . . 23 Bausch Articulating Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8. . . . . 27 Crosstex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2. . . . . . 7 DiaDent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5. . . . . 15 GlaxoSmithKline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Healthy Mouths, Healthy Lives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 NOMAD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6. . . . . 17 PNC Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3. . . . . . 9 Sonendo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9. . . . . 36 Tri Hawk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. . . . . 11 VOCO America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10. . . . . 62 April 2018 • Decisions IN DENTISTRY 59
