Alexandria, Va., USA — The health, social and economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic have already had a dramatic impact on the prevailing oral health care model and will continue to do so. The paper “Advocacy for a Digital Oral Health That Leaves No One Behind,” published in the JDR Clinical & Translational Research (JDR CTR), promotes the use of digital tools to offer opportunities to improve healthy behavior, lower risk factors common to oral diseases and other noncommunicable diseases and contribute to reducing oral health inequalities.

To mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns, systems were quickly put in place in most countries to respond to dental emergencies, giving priority to distance screening, advice to patients by remote means and treatment of urgent cases while ensuring continuous care. Digital health was widely adopted as a central component of this new approach, leading to new practices and tools that, in turn, demonstrated their potential, limitations and possible excesses.

Authors Nicolas Giraudeau, University of Montpellier, France, and Benoit Varenne, World Health Organization (WHO), Oral Health Programme, Geneva, Switzerland, believe that digital tools can accelerate the implementation of universal health coverage and help achieve the World Health Organization 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, leaving no one behind. TheWHO mOralHealth program is structured in four modules (literacy, training, early detection, and surveillance). “Digital oral health should be one of the pillars of oral healthcare post-COVID-19. Universal access to digital oral health should be promoted globally. The WHO’s mOralHealth programme aims to do that.”

“The use of digital health has led to a new way of understanding both general and oral health,” said JDR CTR Editor-in-Chief Jocelyne S. Feine, McGill University, Montréal, Quebec, Canada. “This paper calls for political leaders to be made aware of the universal availability of digital technology and make use of it as a safe and equitable means of delivering oral health care to the public.” 

About the JDR Clinical and Translational Research

The JDR Clinical & Translational Research is a quarterly publication. This peer-reviewed journal is dedicated to publishing original dental, oral and craniofacial research at the interface between discovery science and clinical application with the translation of research into healthcare delivery systems at the individual patient, clinical practice and community levels. The JDR CTR has been accepted for inclusion in MEDLINE. Follow the JDR CTR on Twitter @JDRClinTransRes.

International Association for Dental Research

The International Association for Dental Research (IADR) is a nonprofit organization with over 10,000 individual members worldwide, with a mission to drive dental, oral and craniofacial research for health and well-being worldwide. To learn more, visit www.iadr.org. The American Association for Dental Research (AADR) is the largest Division of IADR with 3,100 members in the United States. To learn more, visit www.iadr.org/aadr.

July is National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and improve understanding of orofacial clefts and other conditions of the head and face.

Worldwide, it's estimated every 3 minutes a child is born with a cleft condition which can drastically affect their ability to breathe, eat, and speak. The specific causes of cleft conditions are still unknown, but Operation Smile is committed to learning more about genetic and environmental factors that likely cause cleft in order to help treat more people.

In honor of National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month, Operation Smile’s Vice President of Research has offered to share the details of the groundbreaking research the organization is leading to help people with cleft conditions in low- and middle- income countries.

Allyn Auslander, PhD MPH, is the Associate Vice President of Research at Operation Smile. Part of her job entails planning studies, designing data collection tools, analyzing data, and writing scientific manuscripts.

“I believe that data and research is extremely powerful, so everything I do I try to make sure I can see the connection between that work and how it will improve a child’s life,” said Auslander. “Whether that is interpreting outcomes data to improve care, or researching potential environmental risk factors of cleft to prevent disease.”

Auslander’s background in both statistics and epidemiology allow her to pursue her passion for global health, specifically her current work in global surgery.

“There is nothing I enjoy more than traversing the globe meeting and working with other passionate individuals and organizations aimed at creating a global community and improving lives around the world,” said Auslander.

Operation Smile revolutionized cleft surgery globally in 1982. With nearly four decades of experience as one of the largest surgical volunteer-based nonprofits, Operation Smile staff, its private-public partnerships and thousands of volunteers have improved the health and dignity of patients with cleft conditions, helping them to better breathe, eat, speak and live lives of greater quality and confidence.

Operation Smile is leading cleft research through its International Family Study (IFS) with the University of Southern California and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. As of 2020, the IFS team has collected more than 17,000 individual saliva samples representing more than 7,200 families, creating the largest and most diverse genetic repository of cleft samples globally.

“There is a lot of research happening at Operation Smile. There is research around outcomes, barriers to care, health systems strengthening, education and prevention to name a few,”Auslander explained.

Most cleft research to date has focused on people from high-income countries where care is accessible and available. Operation Smile’s research is groundbreaking in that it’s focused on analyzing genetic and environmental factors affecting people that have not been historically included in these types of studies.

“If you look at cleft research, the most commonly cited risk factor is women smoking during pregnancy. However, this is much more relevant in high income countries and smoking rates for women are extremely low in the countries where Operation Smile works,” said Auslander. “That’s why in our study we looked at exposure to smoke from cooking over an open fire, which we found increased the risk of cleft by 50%! If we never studied cleft in low- and middle- income countries, we wouldn’t be able to look at risk factors that don’t exist in high income countries.”

While one cleft surgery can bring immediate transformation to a child’s life in as little as 45 minutes, Operation Smile is committed to providing patients with health that lasts—being there to offer patients additional surgeries, dentistry, psychological services, speech therapy and other essential cleft treatments. Its training and education programs elevate local surgical standards and entire health systems to aid safe surgery and strengthen a global network to reach more people earlier in their lives. You can learn more about its transformative and healing work by visiting operationsmile.org or by following @operationsmile on social media.

(Charlotte, NC – July 6, 2021) Although they’re preventable, cavities are the leading chronic childhood disease in America. Unfortunately, many low-income families lack basic dental hygiene products in their homes. When kids can’t brush every day to keep their smiles healthy, the pain of tooth decay can keep them from eating, sleeping, and attending school. Their poor oral hygiene habits contribute to the vicious cycle of poverty.

Every child should have what they need to prevent tooth decay. That’s why America’s ToothFairy has teamed up with Crest and Oral-B to help kids in underprivileged communities access the hygiene products they need to keep their smiles healthy. Through their Smile Drive program, America’s ToothFairy helps kids protect their teeth from cavities by mobilizing volunteers to collect oral care products for families in need and teach their communities about the importance of healthy dental hygiene habits. Crest and Oral-B are this year’s sponsors of the Smile Drive program, which has distributed more than two million oral care products to families in need since 2014.

“It breaks my heart every time a child tells me they don’t have a toothbrush at home,” America’s ToothFairy Executive Director, Jill Malmgren remarked. “Throughout this challenging year, Crest and Oral-B have generously provided financial contributions in addition to 40,000 toothbrushes and toothpaste to our nonprofit dental partners that serve our nation’s disadvantaged kids. We are exceedingly grateful for their support and are thrilled to partner with them to help grow our Smile Drive program this year.”

To kick-off the partnership, this spring the organizations encouraged families to Conquer Cavities 2Gether by pledging to brush for two minutes, two times a day with fluoride toothpaste. For every pledge received, Crest and Oral-B donated a Conquer Cavities 2Gether kit for a child in need through America’s ToothFairy. By the end of the campaign, kits containing Crest toothpaste, Oral-B toothbrushes, two-minute timers, and educational materials were distributed to 10,000 kids across the country.

To learn more about the Smile Drive program and how to help kids in your community, visit SmileDrive.org.

About Crest

A trusted leader in oral health, Crest was the first oral care brand to secure the ADA Seal of Acceptance for a clinically proven fluoride toothpaste. Since first introducing fluoride toothpaste 65 years ago, it is estimated that Crest has helped prevent countless cavities in the United States.

About Oral-B

Oral-B is the worldwide leader in the over $5 billion brushing market. Part of the Procter & Gamble Company, the brand includes manual and electric toothbrushes for children and adults, oral irrigators, and interdental products, such as dental floss.

About Procter & Gamble

P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit https://www.pg.com for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands. For other P&G news, visit us at https://www.pg.com/news.

About America’s ToothFairy: National Children’s Oral Health Foundation

As a resource provider, America’s ToothFairy increases access to oral health care by supporting nonprofit clinics and community partners delivering education, prevention, and treatment services for underserved children. Since its inception in 2006, America’s ToothFairy has distributed more than $22 million in donated products, educational materials, and financial grants to improve oral health outcomes for children and youth in need. For more information, visit AmericasToothFairy.org.

DARMSTADT, Germany – July 6, 2021 -- exocad GmbH (exocad), an Align Technology, Inc. company, today announced its expanded presence at the International Dental Show (IDS) 2021, taking place between September 22-25 in Cologne, Germany. exocad will showcase its newest software releases and innovations for dental technicians and dentists on 360m² at booth A-020 in hall 3 with a multitude of demo stations.

IDS is one of the most important dates on exocad’s calendar. The international trade show is held bi-annually in Cologne and offers additional opportunities for the company to connect with new partners and deepen long-standing relationships.

“Proximity to dental technicians and clinicians is key for us at exocad, and for that reason we are delighted to finally reconnect in person. It was always clear for us that we'd participate in IDS, but noticing how keen our users and partners are for trade shows, we've decided to extend our presence at this year’s event,” said Tillmann Steinbrecher, exocad CEO. “At IDS 2021, we will showcase our wide spectrum of innovative solutions for labs and practices, inviting them to discover these at our interactive demo stations.”

Participants can experience exocad’s variety of software solutions—DentalCAD, ChairsideCAD, and exoplan—and meet exocad’s very own experts as well as the renowned dental trailblazers Waldo Zarco Nosti and Dr. Gulshan Murgai.

exocad will present a new booth design at IDS 2021, reflecting the company’s continued innovation and growth.

For those who will not be able to attend IDS 2021, the trade show will offer a virtual experience that will feature many exocad highlights.

exocad can be found at booth A-020 in hall 3.

Additional information is available at exocad.com/ids

About exocad GmbH

exocad GmbH, an Align Technology, Inc. company, is one of the leading dental CAD software providers worldwide. exocad vigorously pushes the boundaries of digital dentistry, providing flexible, reliable, and easy-to-use CAD/CAM software for dental labs and dental practices. More than 40,000 valued customers plan implants and create functional and refined restorations with exocad’s DentalCAD, ChairsideCAD and exoplan software. For more information and a list of exocad reseller partners, please visit exocad.com. 

Versatile and popular, the IPS e.max^® ZirCAD^® LT discs are now available in an extended portfolio that includes nine new shades. The high-strength zirconium oxide material is suitable for single-tooth restorations and long-span bridges.

Effective immediately, the IPS e.max ZirCAD LT discs are available in the following nine additional shades: A3.5, A4, B3, B4, C1, C3, C4, D3, and D4. The new shades are available in three thicknesses: 14 mm, 18 mm, and 25 mm. With the extended portfolio, it has never been easier to select a disc that matches the thickness and desired shade of the clinical case at hand.

Versatile and flexible

The IPS e.max ZirCAD LT discs offer high mechanical strength (1200 MPa¹) and are therefore ideally suited for the fabrication of stable multi-unit framework structures. The material can also be used for minimally invasive single-tooth restorations. The restorations can be completed using a variety of techniques, including monolithic, infiltration, partial, and full-coverage veneering procedures.

¹ Typical mean value of biaxial flexural strength in relation to the degree of translucency, R&D Ivoclar Vivadent, Schaan, Liechtenstein

June 9th, 2021 - Princeton, NJ –Geistlich Biomaterials is pleased to annouce the exclusive marketing partnership for the ground-breaking product Yxoss CBR® - a customized 3D printed titanium scaffold developed to regenerate complex alveolar bone defects that can be combined with our leading biomaterials Geistlich Bio-Oss® and Geistlich Bio-Gide®. Using a digital workflow to fit the individual anatomy of each patient, Yxoss CBR® has revolutionized the utilization of titanium mesh in complex bone augmentation procedures.

The manufacturer, ReOss® uses the most up-to-date CAD/CAM technology available to satisfy patient-specific requirements regarding a planned bone augmentation. In a patented process, a contoured, form-stable scaffold is 3D printed out of the purest titanium based on CT or CBCT images, allowing for customized bone regeneration (CBR®).

To learn more about Yxoss CBR®, please visit: https://dental.geistlich-na.com/dental/3d-customized-titanium-mesh/yxoss-cbr/user-benefits/

Yxoss CBR® offers the following:

• Innovative solution for regenerating complex alveolar bone defects by taking advantage of CBCT data combined with 3D printing technology.

• Opportunity to reduce surgery time without complex adaptations.

• Easy Removal Design® with pre-defined breaking points for easy removal of Yxoss CBR® on re-entry.

• High stability and space maintenance.

• Bone volume augmentation calculation for case planning, provided by ReOss®.

• Optional: Unique integrated implant positioning in the surgical planning – Yxoss CBR® backward

To learn more about Yxoss CBR®, please visit: https://dental.geistlich-na.com/dental/3d-customized-titanium-mesh/yxoss-cbr/user-benefits/

About Geistlich Biomaterials:

With 170 years of devoted collagen expertise, Geistlich Biomaterials continues to lead oral regeneration with an expanding portfolio of intentionally designed and clinically proven biomaterials. This begins with our world-class bone substitute Geistlich Bio-Oss® and its full line of sizes and formulations. Resorbable collagen membrane Geistlich Bio-Gide® extends its reach with two new products: Geistlich Bio-Gide® Compressed for an alternative handling experience; and uniquely pre-cut Geistlich Bio-Gide® Shape designed for the treatment of non-intact extraction sockets. Finally, our collagen matrix Geistlich Mucograft® is ideal for soft-tissue regeneration, and our volume-stable collagen matrix breakthrough Geistlich Fibro-Gide®, providing an alternative to connective tissue grafts.

Our dedication to scientific collaboration and commitment to successful treatment outcomes are what makes Geistlich Biomaterials, Exactly Like No Other.

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Nyon, Switzerland – July 2, 2021 – EMS Dental, the inventor and manufacturer of the synergistic components of the Guided Biofilm Therapy protocol (GBT®) recently installed seven AIRFLOW® Prophylaxis Master units at Coastal Carolina Community College in Onslow County, North Carolina. In addition, EMS has provided extensive “train the Trainers’ support of the college’s hygiene school faculty.

“Coastal Carolina’s investment in AIRFLOW® technology and adoption of the GBT protocol is a testament to its commitment to providing the highest level of hygiene education,” said Mehdi Sbouaï, EMS Dental’s Head of Business Development & Product Management. “This forward-thinking institution is ensuring that its RDH graduates can improve the quality of oral care and overall health of their patients.”

Specifically, GBT includes critical elements of the traditional dental hygiene process of care such as assessment, disclosing and patient-motivation. Too often in the real world, these elements get left out because of time constraints. The GBT approach allows critical debridement techniques to be performed quickly, comfortably, and efficiently, making it possible to bring all the critical elements of care back to the operatory.

According to Warren F, Gabarée, DDS, Coastal Carolina Community College’s Department Head of

Dental Programs, “I consider GBT to be the ground-breaking protocol and technology that will enable

us to graduate an elite group of hygienists who are highly qualified to use this modern biofilm management modality and also become advocates for its broader adoption.”

The AIRFLOW Prophylaxis Master device applies EMS’ super fine Erythritol AIRFLOW® PLUS powder via the AIRFLOW® MAX handpiece to thoroughly remove biofilm in the sulcus area and shallow pockets up to 4 mm, on the tongue and gingiva, as well as on the palate. When used with EMS-Dental’s Guided

Biofilm Therapy Protocol, AIRFLOW safely and comfortably removes biofilm, stains and young calculus deposits on natural teeth, restorations, and implants.

“As a clinical hygienist and educator, I believe GBT has the ability to impact the future of dental hygiene and have a positive impact on the patients we see not only for their oral health but their systemic health as well,” explained Erika Spring, RDH, BSDH, MEd, a full-time hygiene instructor at the college.

Gabarée and Spring say fewer patients are requiring local anesthesia for periodontal treatment and that their patients are more comfortable and relaxed. The deployment of seven AIRFLOW PROPHYLAXIS MASTER units is just the beginning of the EMS-Dental / Carolina Coastal Community College partnership, as the school continues to train more faculty and thereby treat more patients.

For more information of Guided Biofilm Therapy and the AIRFLOW Prophylaxis Master, visit www.ems-dental.com. To schedule a demo or training, contact Debra Zafiropoulos at dzafiropoulos@ems-na.com.

About EMS Dental

EMS Dental is a division of Electro Medical Systems (EMS), the leading manufacturer of precision medical devices for dental prophylaxis and non-surgical periodontal treatments, pain therapy, and urology. EMS Dental is the inventor and manufacturer of the synergistic components of the Guided Biofilm Therapy protocol (GBT®). EMS is dedicated to further improving its products and services every day – at its corporate headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland and around the world. The company’s goal is absolute perfection. With this philosophy, EMS is continuing a more than 200-year-old tradition of the Swiss Vallée de Joux. This is the region where EMS was founded – as well as numerous other brands, which are known around the world for precision down to the smallest detail.

Ivoclar Vivadent is a global market leader at the forefront of continuous innovations in the field of dental furnaces. Now, this 40-year success story continues with the launch of the second generation of Programat furnaces, outfitted with the next level of modern, intuitive, and smart furnace features and design.

Ivoclar Vivadent is one of the world’s leading suppliers of integrated solutions for high-quality dental applications, offering a comprehensive range of products and systems for dentists and dental technicians. With the launch of the next generation of Programat ceramic and press furnaces, the company once again demonstrates its innovative strength. In addition to well-designed solutions that optimize proven features, such as the infrared technology (IRT), fully automated press function (FPF), and digital shade assistant (DSA), new software enhancements and smart features have been added to the Programat line of furnaces to make everyday work in the dental laboratory more efficient.

Modern, intuitive, smart: new Programat series impresses with a host of refinements

The new generation of Programat press and ceramic furnaces feature a modernized design and more comfort in the day-to-day work of dental laboratories than ever before. The high-tech design concept and color of the new Programat furnaces will blend harmoniously into today’s modern laboratory surroundings. New features include a redesigned cooling tray, optimized to provide more space and better cooling of marginal areas. A new membrane-sealed keypad and customary color touchscreen display ensure fast and easy operation of the furnace. The graphical user interface (GUI) has been adapted and enhanced to match the preferences of customers to ensure even greater ease-of-use in everyday applications. New symbols and clear icons enable straightforward and intuitive operation, facilitating the handling of the furnace and increasing the efficiency of the work process.

Designed to do more than “just” fire: Programat with IoT connectivity

Designed to do more than press and fire, the second generation Programat series functions as a smart dental assistant for dental technicians. Due to their loT connectivity (Internet of Things), the new Programat furnaces offer additional benefits. Users can register their device on the Ivoclar Vivadent customer portal and subscribe to a free “report” to receive monthly usage summary information on their furnace. This allows users to optimize such critical functions as uptime and operation of the furnace in the dental laboratory. In addition, the report provides information on potential sources of error and facilitates maintenance and repair operations, enhancing the process reliability of the furnace in the laboratory.

Variants of the new Programat series

The Programat ceramic furnaces are smart specialists for high-quality firing results and will be available in three versions: P710 G2, P510 G2 and P310 G2. The Programat press furnaces are reliable partners for smart pressing operations and will be offered in two versions: EP 5010 G2 and EP 3010 G2.

Shape introduces a new and improved flexible service agreement for its award-winning TRIOS intraoral scanner.

The new TRIOS Care, improved and flexible service agreement, adds exceptional benefits for TRIOS users. Benefits include a 5-year warranty; 24-48 hours replacement service for faulty systems; unlimited technical support, and 3Shape Academy training points for 1:1 3Shape Academy sessions.*

Importantly, full-service coverage, as outlined above, is now free with the first year of TRIOS ownership.

“When you dive into something new, like dentists are doing with intraoral scanners, we want them to be 100% certain that they are making the right choice and their investment is secure. TRIOS Care makes a doctor’s decision so much simpler. Our award-winning scanner comes with complete and comprehensive coverage and support. For doctors, it means reaching your digital potential stress-free,” says Jakob Just-Bomholt, 3Shape CEO

3Shape research has found that 66%** of dental practices are preparing to invest in a digital impression system. 3Shape TRIOS Care provides professionals with complete peace-of-mind assurance when they purchase a 3Shape TRIOS scanner.

With the TRIOS Care service agreement, doctors can focus on providing great treatments and succeeding in their digital journey from day one. Any worries about getting started with digital dentistry workflows, having technical support, or mishaps with the scanner, are now covered by TRIOS Care.

TRIOS Care - gateway to new flexible choice

After the complimentary first year of TRIOS Care expires, professionals can continue to enjoy the complete peace-of-mind benefits of the service agreement with monthly or yearly installments. Professionals can also switch to TRIOS Only – a basic scan-ready service agreement with limited benefits and no monthly costs.

Present 3Shape TRIOS CliniCare customers

TRIOS Care and TRIOS Only will be available to 3Shape TRIOS CliniCare customers on expiration of their active CliniCare agreements from early 2022.

Click here to learn more or compare the two new service packages side by side.

Brea, California: Pac-Dent, Inc. today announced the launch of their ProMate^TM CL, a new cordless hygiene handpiece. The ProMate^TM CL is a lightweight cordless handpiece, packed with flexibility in its features at a great value. The ProMate^TM CL offers a new option for clinicians to polish without the restraints of cords, short battery life, or heavy handpieces.

“We have been manufacturing award winning and reliable prophy angles for years, and our customers have been looking to us to provide them with a competitive cordless handpiece,” says Leika Bishop, Senior Manager, Sales and Marketing at Pac-Dent, Inc. “I’m proud of the clinician-centered solution we’re able to launch, packed with features that have been raved about by trusted professionals.”

Features and benefits of the ProMate^TM CL include.

• Lightweight – 3.8 ounces

• Dual-mode speed control- Ergonomic quick-touch button and Bluetooth-powered foot pedal

• Six-speed settings 500-4000 RPM

• Compatible with all your favorite disposable prophy angles (Doroit style)

• Long-lasting battery life

ProMate^TM CL will be available beginning July 1, 2021. For more information on ProMate^TM CL, visit www.pac-dent.com

About Pac-Dent, Inc.: Pac-Dent, Inc. is a fast-growing international design, manufacturing, and wholesale dental product and device company. Founded in 1992, Pac-Dent has earned the reputation as one of the best and most reliable in the dental industry. Pac-Dent focuses on delivering the highest quality, technologically advanced, and innovative products in the preventative, teeth whitening, endodontic, and infection control segments.

Contact Information:

Leika Bishop

Senior Manager, Sales & Marketing

909-839-0888