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Better Faster Cheaper (BFC) Syringe
BEYOND Polus Whitening Accelerator
Bib-Eze
BioGreen Solutions
COMFORTdrive
CPR Sapphire Prophy Paste
Dazzle
E-Statis
Ergonom-X E-Speed
F-Splint-Aid
Helios 3000
Isolation Block
GC MI Paste Plus
Great White H Series Metal Cutting Carbide Burs
ResiCem
STATMATIC
Team Vista
Vella

SciCan proudly maintains 40 years of experience in sales, distribution, and service of dental handpieces, coupled with two decades of expertise in sterilization and infection control. SciCan now offers an extremely flexible, versatile, and powerful option in the electric handpiece market. That option is the E-STATIS electric handpiece system. The E-STATIS has many distinguishing features, most notably a speed range from 100-40,000 rpm and one of the world’s shortest motors. The touch pad screen offers simple operation and an ultra-fast display with split second reaction time. The unit comes equipped with 5 customizable endodontic settings including torque control, with the option of auto-stop, auto-forward, and auto-reverse-forward. In addition, there are three standard customizable operative modes. All E-STATIS components are modular and can be placed anywhere you choose. The touchpad is removable and can be mounted either internally or externally on the dental unit. The detachable faceplate and the power transformer can be removed and easily integrated into any location. The E-STATIS electric motor is designed to offer flexibility to meet your specific needs. SciCan Customer Service - 800-572-1211.

For more than 50 years SciCan has been developing, manufacturing, and distributing highly innovative products that address the need for versatility, flexibility, and efficiency in today’s environments. In dental practices today, 50% of handpiece failures are due to insufficient cleaning and sterilization. STATMATIC is the fast and easy way to maintain your handpiece investment and extend their working life. STATMATIC makes handpiece care simple, efficient and consistent with its unique worry-free leak stop technology.
STATMATIC is the automatic care and maintenance system that accommodates up to three handpieces and their chuck mechanisms. STATMATIC optimizes working procedures in your practice and plays an important role in cleaning, protecting, and maintaining your valuable instruments. In a matter of seconds, handpieces are properly cleaned and lubricated prior to sterilization.
You and your staff will profit from greater efficiency, fewer repairs, and extended durability of your handpieces. STATMATIC will pay for itself- faster than you might expect. And the best part, it comes with a 10 year warranty. For more information, please contact SciCan US customer service at 1-800-572-1211 or visit our website at www.scican.com.

CPR™ Sapphire Prophy Paste now has a smoother, splatter resistant formula. To replace rough Pumice & expensive composite pastes, CPR™ is safe for routine maintenance of veneers, restores brilliance to dull crowns, removes up to 4 shades of stain from composites, & cleans & polishes natural teeth & all other surfaces as quickly as coarse pumice with less abrasivity than some daily use toothpastes. 1 micron uniform Sapphire spherical composition makes CPR™ perfect for non-abrasive routine mixed mouth prophylaxis & as a final step after placement & adjustments & to maintain all cosmetic restorations. Routine polishing with CPR™ creates super smooth surfaces, making it difficult for adhesion of biofilm, which minimizes stain & caries. For more information please contact Marina Plentl marina@iccare.net

SS White® is proud to introduce the next generation of metal cutting carbide burs, the Great White H Series. Great White H Series carbide burs are uniquely dentated instrument designed for the efficient removal of semi-precious and non-precious crowns, removing old restorations and for creating endodontic access through metal substructures.
SS White Great White H Series Carbide Burs are available in three sizes:
Great White H Series metal cutting carbide burs are designed with technically advanced blade geometry and a thicker neck to help reduce the chatter and vibration that is often associated with lesser carbide burs when used to cut metal. This advanced design also allows for increased operator control and superior cutting efficiency. For more information visit: www.sswhite.com

The new BEYOND™ Polus™ Whitening Accelerator is our most advanced professional power whitening accelerator lamp designed to date. The BEYOND™ Polus™ System contains BEYOND™’s proprietary LightBridge™ technology. This unique technology carries and delivers the powerful halogen light from the 150 watt source in the rear of the light head, adds wave-length specific high-intensity LED light at the face of the head, and purifies and cools the light through more than 150,000 optical microfibers and filtering lenses. LightBridge™ technology brings the most uniform light output possible with zero UV exposure and no harmful heat. The end result is a combination of two powerful light sources with wavelengths that span the entire blue light whitening spectrum, providing clients with the very brightest, glossiest whitening results possible.
The BEYOND™ Polus™ whitening process is a simple, 30-minute chair-side treatment combining the Polus™ Accelerator and our uniquely formulated H2O2 gel, ensuring that whitening results are maximized, and effect is long-lasting. Polus™ allows the treating dentist to adjust the light intensity of the system between three settings: gentle, normal, and intense, according to the tooth condition of the patient. Each Polus™ system ships with a BEYOND™ II Premier™ Whitening Treatment Kit. Also included is the Polus™ dual-wavelength curing light, capable of curing any dental composite on the market today. Add 360° range of motion for perfect positioning within any treatment room, touch-user interface (TUI), remote control, motorized height adjustment, and optional low-level laser therapy device, and you have the ultimate whitening system for any practice.
The BEYOND™ Polus™ System is designed and manufactured exclusively by Beyond Dental & Health Inc, Houston, Texas – a global leader in the manufacture and sale of aesthetic dental equipment. BEYOND™ brand products have been proven safe and effective in numerous clinical trials and product reviews around the world. BEYOND™ Whitening System owners receive a comprehensive 3-year warranty and complimentary product training and support. www.beyonddent.com

Introducing the single-use, disposable, Better Faster Cheaper (BFC) syringe. The material wasted inside a standard mixing tip (1.6cc) is enough to do three crowns with our syringe. The small yet sensibly angled tip of our syringe gives you Total access even to the distals of second molars and allows the material to be applied right at the sulcus circumferentially, thus minimizing air bubbles and retakes. You can pre-load and store until needed. Cost is less than a mixing tip. Avoid messy cleanups and save $2 per impression or more than $1,000 per year. For more information or for free samples, please contact: www.HoDentalCompany.com

Affordable Monthly Service Proactively Reduces Risk of Bacterial and Viral Outbreaks. Service Also Kills and Controls Mold While Acting as Highly Effective Odor Remover.
BioGreen Solutions ULV fogging process exclusively uses products that are clinically proven effective killers and inhibitors of MRSA, Influenza A and numerous other pathogenic bacteria and viruses, such as Staph, Strep, Salmonella, E. coli, and more. “By proactively treating both surface and air on a regular basis, we effectively increase indoor air quality and reduce the risk these types of bacteria and viruses represent,” says BioGreen Solutions President, Larry Smith. "In addition, our process completely removes odors at the molecular level, leaving a fresh, clean scent." BioGreen Solutions exclusively utilizes products that are EPA approved, 100% biodegradable, non-toxic, non-corrosive, will not harm electronics and are NSF certified for use in and around food processing areas.
Sending a powerful message.
BioGreen Solutions works closely with each client to provide a free suite of marketing materials that easily allows them to make their audience aware that they have proactively become a 'Certified BioGreen Clean' facility. “By doing so,” says Smith “our clients are sending a very powerful message to everyone that steps into their office. They are announcing that every measure has been taken to minimize health risks and promote a healthier environment, creating an enormous amount of goodwill and a clear point of difference in a very competitive market”. For more information, visit www.BioGreenSolutions.net. To receive a free quote, call 888.247.8889.

Pelton & Crane, a leader in premium dental operatory equipment for over 108 years introduces a breakthrough in dental operating lights – the Helios 3000™ LED Operating Light.
Pelton and Crane’s Helios 3000™ LED Operating Light, with patent pending LED technology, delivers a precisely calibrated 3” x 6” light pattern for defined illumination of the oral cavity. Using advanced LED light technology, the Helios 3000™ LED Operating Light provides benefits such as a No-Cure composite setting, push button 5000° and 4200° Kelvin settings, multiple intensity options, optimal shade matching capabilities and nearly zero radiant heat emission onto the patient.
The conservation of energy and illumination of LED’s provide a life expectancy 10x that of existing halogen dental operating lights. By reducing the amount of wattage used to power the Helios 3000™, energy conservation of approximately 70% is accomplished. This conservation accounts for significant cost savings on an annualized basis. “Illumination of the oral cavity by utilization of LED technology is the first significant breakthrough in operatory lighting in over 40 years,” said Andrew McIlveen, Senior Product Manager, of Pelton & Crane. “The abundance of benefits that LED technology provides to the dental practice, as well as to the environment, is truly monumental. Dental lighting has leapt out of the dark age and into the arena of 21st century modern medicine.”
Available in six mounting variations: Track, Ceiling, Cabinet, Wall, Post and Ellipse Mounted, the Pelton & Crane Helios 3000™ LED Operating Light provides advanced positioning capabilities and enhanced ergonomics for precise and efficient illumination of the oral cavity. For more information on the Helios 3000™ LED Operating Light, please contact Pelton & Crane at 800-659-6560, or visit www.pelton.net

Kavo Dental North America introduces the COMFORTdrive® 200XDR high-speed handpiece featuring patented micro-motor technology. Doctors preferring an air handpiece for its light weight and ergonomics as well as practitioners who appreciate an electric for its precision cutting and quieter sound agree COMFORTdrive offers a blend of optimal performance, superior ergonomics with whisper quiet operation making it the most innovative high-speed ever.
Embrace precise cutting performance with constant power. COMFORTdrive offers precise cutting performance with exceptional bur concentricity to assist with faster and smoother preps, the first time, every time. The no-bur-stall feature of COMFORTdrive improves efficiency in gross reductions and crown and bridge preparations. The SAFEdrive technology features an integrated sterilizable motor that delivers 30 watts of constant power for consistent performance. This next generation handpiece is the high-speed doctors will want to use all day, every day.
Embrace the reduced weight and whisper quiet operation. COMFORTdrive’s unique patented design weighs approximately 40% less and is 15% shorter than market-leading electric options. The integrated motor reduces the distal area length after the pivot point in the doctor’s hand allowing for an unprecedented degree of comfort and control. The COMFORTdrive operates at only 55 dB, making it the quietest highspeed handpiece on the market today.
Embrace “Plug-n-Prep” technology and air-like “feathering”. The COMFORTdrive system features an innovative “Plug-n-Prep” auto-calibration technology for easy setup that does not require adjustment to any other equipment in the office. Once calibrated, the COMFORTdrive system allows for an air-like“feathering” effect between 30,000-200,000 rpm with the foot pedal. Therefore, doctors using air-driven handpieces can seamlessly transition to COMFORTdrive with no learning curve. The tiny footprint of the COMFORTdrive system neatly incorporates into any operatory, offering an aesthetic, clean look in the dental practice.
The COMFORTdrive system will be available as an integrated option into the Pelton & Crane Spirit 3000 series of delivery units in 2010. In 2009, KaVo® Dental celebrates 100 years of dental excellence as a leader in reliable and innovative dental equipment and instrumentation. Through innovation, KaVo® has made significant contributions to progresses in dentistry. KaVo® offers air-driven and electric handpieces, laboratory equipment, lasers, caries detection aids and treatment units for
general dentists and specialists.For more information, please contact KaVo at 1-888-ASK-KAVO (1-888-275-5286) or visit www.kavousa.com.

It’s time to re-think re-using your bib chains and bib clips. Recent studies have shown that bib chains and bib clips can be potential sources for cross contamination in dental offices. It’s one of those things you probably never thought about until now but makes perfect sense--you don’t re-use your patient bib so why re-use their bib chain? Unless you can autoclave the chain between patients think about switching to a disposable bib holder, Bib-Eze. Not only will you avoid any cross contamination risk and the hassle of cleaning but you’ll also avoid sharing patient’s hair, hair products, sweat and make-up. Bib-Eze are soft, comfortable and stretchable to fit all next sizes. Contact your dealer or DUX dental to order today. www.duxdental.com or 800.833.8267.

MI Paste Plus is a water-based crème containing RecaldentTM with incorporated fluoride (CPP-ACPF: Casein Phosphopeptide - Amorphous Calcium Phosphate Fluoride). The level of fluoride is 0.2%, (900 ppm), which approximates that in adult strength toothpastes. When CPP-ACPF is applied in the oral environment, it will bind to biofilm, plaque, bacteria, hydroxyapatite and soft tissue localizing bio-available calcium, phosphate and fluoride. MI Paste Plus has less than 0.1% lactose and is safe for lactose intolerant patients.
Saliva will enhance the effectiveness of CPP-ACPF and the flavors will help stimulate saliva flow. The longer CPP-ACPF and saliva are maintained in the mouth, the more effective the result. A topical crème containing bio-available calcium, phosphate and fluoride:
MI Paste Plus with RECALDENT TM (CPP-ACP) has a proven clinical success record for many indications including high caries risk, xerostomia, orthodontic, post-bleaching, oncology, pediatric and high plaque/special needs patients. MI Paste Plus comes in five delicious flavors: mint, strawberry, melon, tutti-frutti and vanilla.
GC America also has a designated web site for MI Paste and MI Paste Plus: www.mipaste.com. For more information on GC America and their complete product line, please visit the corporate website at www.gcamerica.com.

Introducing Team Vista™ Dental Unit Waterline Cleaner by Hu-Friedy. Hu-Friedy, the world’s leading manufacturer of hand-held dental instruments, announces the extension of its Instrument Management System (IMS) line to include Team Vista™, an effective, economical, and easy to use waterline treatment system for maintaining and cleaning dental unit waterlines.
Team Vista provides optimal water security for patients, staff, and equipment and helps to meet the water standards set forth by the EPA, CDC, and ADA. Simply maintaining waterlines is not enough; a two-part process of cleaning and maintenance prevents bacteria from developing on the inner surfaces of the tubing, blocks and other system components. Team Vista provides a complete system, consisting of both an organic irrigant and an EPA registered antimicrobial tablet. This eliminates the need to purchase multiple products to follow a complete protocol.
Team Vista is non-corrosive and safe on equipment. VistaClean™, a daily irrigant solution, helps protect and maintain waterlines from general contaminants, like deposits and scale. VistaTab™, an EPA registered antimicrobial for periodic cleaning and control of microbial contaminants, quickly dissolves in water to create a non-corrosive solution that is seven times more effective than bleach. . Team Vista products are free of heavy metals, making it safe for our environment.
VistaClean and VistaTab can also be purchased separately. For more information on Team Vista Waterline Treatment Products or to request a sample, please contact Hu-Friedy at 1-800-HU-FRIEDY or go to www.hu-friedy.com

FINALLY, A VARNISH THAT SMOOTHES OUT YOUR STICKIEST PROBLEM!
Tired of lumps and clumps slowing down your varnish application? Try Vella, a 5% sodium fluoride varnish with Xylitol. Vella is ideal for hypersensitivity, and because it goes on easier, it’s ideal for younger children who don’t like the fluoride tray technique. With twice as many bristles, Vella’s 2.0 ultra brush applies more product faster. And Vella’s container is so sturdy, you can hold it closer to the mouth and wipe the brush tip more easily. That means fewer trips to the well, ensuring a faster, less-messy, thin-layer application. And Vella’s fluoride uptake is unsurpassed. In fact, an independent study shows Vella delivers superior uptake in treated enamel when compared to the leading brand. Plus, Vella quickly dries to a natural white! Call your favorite dental dealer and ask for Vella. In strawberry or spearmint. Like all Preventech products, Vella comes with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. For more information or a free sample, call 800-474-8681, or ask your dealer for Vella.

Ergonom-X E-Speed Self Developing X-ray Film provides fast, high resolution x-rays without the use of a dental processor. Available as a self contained packet with a monobath solution in one end and a #2 adult size film in the other, an Ergonom-X E-Speed x-ray is fully developed in just 50 seconds. For endodontic and implant procedures you can have a developed x-ray without ever leaving the patient. If you provide nursing home dentistry you can now prescribe faster, on sight treatment plans. For mobile dentistry there's no need to worry about disposal of hazardous chemicals. Ergonom-X E-speed chemicals are non-toxic and kind to the environment. If a late night emergency occurs there's no need to waste time warming up your processor because this x-ray requires no processor or dip tank for developing. Finally, if your current processor is unavailable or your digital-ray computer breaks down, Ergonom-X E-Speed is an inexpensive reliable backup system. Ergonom-X E-Speed is available in either boxes of 15 films or 50 films. For additional product information contact Cramer Dental Sales at (800) 723-4895 or go to their website at www.cramerdental.com

DiaDent’s Dazzle features an exclusive formulation designed to efficiently absorb light energy coming from various dental curing lights – no special lamp is needed. Photochemical mediators found in its patented Active Booster powder mix accelerate peroxide activation and shorten the bleaching process time. Bleaching can be done in 30 minutes. Dazzle’s visual system clearly indicates when the bleaching process is completed. There is no sensitivity or discomfort thanks to its cold type of photochemical activation. Teeth always stay hydrated with no rebounding effect. For more information, call (877) 342-3368 or visit www.diadent.com.

The Isolation Block is a patented product designed by a dentist to isolate teeth and maintain a dry working field on both the maxillary and mandibular arches. It attaches easily and quickly to the low volume evacuator. It Features the combination of a bite block, lip retractor and tongue shield that suction continuously. It can be used for a wide range of procedures such as veneers, crowns, composites, bonding orthodontic brackets, sealants and chair side bleaching. It comes in 3 sizes with the single lip retractor and 2 sizes in the double lip retractor. The blocks are fully autoclavable and good for about 50 uses. They can be purchased through your dental supplier.
Go to www.isolationblock.com for more information.

A world novelty: ready to use solution for emergency splinting of avulsed teeth
Ready-steady-splint! A smart bottle that contains bonding agent and multi-layer fiber-glass band. The first and unique ready to use solution for metal free emergency splinting of avulsed teeth. Suitable for 4-5 applications, this product is ideal for situations where urgent, unexpected treatment is required.
F-Splint-Aid allows a non-invasive application requiring minimum tooth preparation. Application is extremely fast, cut the piece of already impregnated fiber-glass band according to the desired length, place it on the etched and bonded palatal/lingual surfaces, hold it in position with the special application clips and light-cure.
F-Splint-Aid fiber-glass band does not fray when cut thus finishing and polishing phase are minimized. The fiber-glass band is well saturated with bonding agent, for better adhesion. No waste of bonding agent, optimal manageability and ease of use. The result is extremely aesthetical, resistant and comfortable for the patient.
For information visit www.polydentia.com

ResiCem™ dual cure universal resin cement is specially designed for zirconia and alumina porcelains using combined innovative adhesive and composite resin technologies.
As the percentage of all-ceramic restorations continues to grow and the demand for aesthetic dentistry increases, ResiCem is the ideal adhesive bonding system with outstanding physical properties for all types of framework and restorative materials.
ResiCem offers worry-free zirconia bonding with AZ Primer. Exclusively developed for modern materials such as zirconia and alumina, AZ Primer ensures outstanding bonding values between the restoration and the hard tooth structure.
Available in a specially formulated translucent shade, ResiCem offers excellent shade stability with minimal variation for long-lasting aesthetics. ResiCem’s easy to clean up formula with ideal flowability and viscosity ensures simple application. Thanks to its stability, excess material can be easily removed without smearing or sticking, saving valuable time and effort.
ResiCem can be expanded to become an all-purpose bonding system with the supplementary components that have been adapted to suit each class of materials. Use the Porcelain Primer for sintered and pressed porcelains and laboratory made composite restorations. The trusted ML Primer ensures secure bonding of precious and non-precious alloys.
ResiCem features a unique automix syringe for efficient mixing and loading. With the shortest automix tip on the market, ResiCem minimizes material waste and ensures easy and accurate mixing of the base and catalyst. With superior performance, convenience and value, ResiCem is the ideal universal resin cement for veneers, inlays, onlays, crowns or bridges.