Events

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - DÜRR DENTAL marked a dual milestone at the 2025 International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne, celebrating both six decades of success for its Orotol® suction system disinfectant and a prestigious sustainability award for its FD 350 green disinfectant wipes. The event highlighted the company's enduring legacy and commitment to future-ready, eco-conscious dental hygiene solutions.

A Legacy of Hygiene Leadership

Orotol, introduced in 1965, has stood as the cornerstone of DÜRR DENTAL's hygiene portfolio for 60 years. Its anniversary was commemorated at IDS with a vibrant campaign, engaging visitors through interactive displays, competitions, a dedicated video series, and a celebratory "Orotol birthday party" on March 27. The company's IDS stand, themed in its signature yellow, underscored Orotol's ongoing relevance as the firm's most iconic and enduring hygiene product.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - DÜRR DENTAL has been honored with the GREEN DENTAL AWARD 2025 in the 'Best Impact' category for its FD 350 green disinfectant wipes, spotlighting the company's leadership in combining hygiene excellence with environmental responsibility in dental practices.

Presented at the International Dental Show in Cologne on March 26, the award recognizes DÜRR DENTAL's outstanding innovation in sustainable hygiene products. The FD 350 green wipes deliver exceptional disinfection performance while minimizing environmental impact, marking a significant advancement in consumable efficiency for the dental industry.

Efficiency Meets Sustainability in Practice Hygiene

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 2, 2025 – Kuraray Noritake Dental has once again solidified its position at the forefront of restorative dentistry with the launch of two universally acclaimed products—CLEARFIL Universal Bond Quick 2 and CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES Flow Universal—each recently recognized with a Best Product badge by Dental Product Shopper (DPS). These latest additions to the company’s growing universal family of restoratives are reshaping clinical workflows by combining efficiency, reliability, and aesthetics into simplified treatment protocols.

As part of Kuraray Noritake Dental’s ongoing commitment to innovation, these products reflect the company’s strategic goal to streamline the restorative process without compromising on strength or appearance. The result is a game-changing impact on daily dental practice, offering clinicians higher ROI through reduced waste, faster procedures, and improved patient outcomes.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 2, 2025 – BISCO, a leader in dental adhesive technology, has reaffirmed its commitment to clinical excellence with its tailored line of etchants: Select HV Etch w/BAC and Uni-Etch w/BAC. Designed to enhance total-etch and selective-etch bonding procedures, these formulations provide dental professionals with optimized viscosity and added antimicrobial benefits for superior adhesion outcomes.

Precision Viscosity for Clinical Control

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 2, 2025 – COLTENE, a global leader in dental innovation, has introduced BRILLIANT Bulk Fill Flow, a new addition to its BRILLIANT family of restorative materials. Specifically engineered for fast and efficient restorations in the posterior region, this advanced composite material promises to streamline dental workflows while delivering high-performance results.

Designed around the trusted BRILLIANT filling technology, BRILLIANT Bulk Fill Flow offers dental professionals an ideal combination of depth of cure, low shrinkage, and wear resistance—all in a single, versatile solution. Its optimized flowability and reliable polymerization up to 4 mm thickness set a new benchmark for bulk fill composites.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - Parkell, a leading innovator in dental materials and equipment, has launched HyperFIL+®, a new dual-cure bulk-fill composite designed to deliver superior strength, esthetics, and efficiency in restorative dentistry. This cutting-edge composite is poised to challenge the category's benchmarks, offering a strategic upgrade for dental practices seeking advanced performance and time-saving solutions.

Combining zirconia nanofillers with a dual-cure mechanism, HyperFIL+ bridges the gap between light-cure and self-cure technologies. The result is a single restorative material that ensures complete polymerization-even in deep or hard-to-reach areas-without compromising strength, adaptability, or patient comfort.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - Ultradent Products, Inc., a global leader in high-tech dental materials, has announced the release of Opalescence™ Home Advanced, an innovative prefilled whitening tray system designed to bring professional-grade teeth whitening into the comfort of patients' homes. This product launch represents a significant step forward in consumer dental care, bridging convenience and clinical effectiveness.

With growing consumer demand for accessible yet effective oral care solutions, Opalescence Home Advanced positions Ultradent at the forefront of the evolving at-home whitening market. Featuring proprietary UltraFit™ tray technology and advanced injection-molded gel, the product offers users a premium, one-step whitening experience with visible results-up to 4 to 5 shades whiter.

A Smarter, Simpler Whitening Experience

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - Although often overlooked in early planning stages, the dental utility room is one of the most critical spaces in a new practice buildout. Designed strategically, it serves as the operational core of a dental office-powering essential systems while minimizing costly repairs, downtime, and compliance risks. DENTALEZ's latest guide provides a detailed roadmap for creating a utility room that supports both current functionality and future expansion.

The Strategic Value of a Well-Planned Utility Room

The utility room houses vital equipment such as dental air compressors, vacuum systems, and amalgam separators. These components power dental handpieces and suction tools, directly impacting treatment efficiency and patient experience. Despite this central role, many practices treat the utility room as an afterthought-leading to long-term operational inefficiencies and avoidable costs.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - Zhermack, a global leader in dental materials and solutions, has officially announced the launch of its 2025 International Webinar Program, an educational initiative designed to empower dental professionals worldwide with the latest in clinical knowledge and interdisciplinary practice.

This year's digital event series will spotlight five globally renowned experts, each offering in-depth insights on critical topics such as prosthodontic treatments, ceramic restorations, oral rehabilitation, and collaborative treatment planning. As part of Zhermack's ongoing commitment to accessible professional development, all webinars are free to attend and open for registration now.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - Dentsply Sirona has announced the upcoming global phase-out of its Connect Case Center (CCC) in favor of its next-generation cloud-based platform, DS Core, which will become the new standard for data transfer and collaboration between dental practices and laboratories in most countries by November 15, 2025.

This strategic transition marks a pivotal step in the dental industry's shift toward digitally integrated care. Launched as an evolution of CCC, which has served the industry since 2010, DS Core introduces a broader suite of functionalities tailored to streamline workflows, enhance patient outcomes, and future-proof dental practices.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - Dürr Dental is commemorating six decades of groundbreaking dental hygiene innovation with a global celebration marking the 60th anniversary of Orotol and the world's first dental suction system. Under the powerful banner "Teamwork," the company's 2025 campaign not only honors its pioneering products but also emphasizes the critical role of collaboration in today's dental practices.

Honoring a Legacy of Innovation at IDS 2025

At this year's International Dental Show (IDS) 2025, Dürr Dental transformed its exhibition space into a vibrant anniversary stage, celebrating the milestone with emotional highlights, interactive displays, and a festive atmosphere. The celebration marked the global impact of Orotol, the company's hallmark suction system disinfectant, which has worked hand-in-hand with Dürr Dental's suction systems to elevate hygiene and efficiency in dental practices for over half a century.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - W&H made a commanding impact at IDS 2025 with the launch of over ten innovative dental solutions, headlined by its new Seethrough imaging portfolio. With a sleek booth design, a dynamic team presence, and live demonstrations, W&H successfully positioned itself at the forefront of diagnostic and hygiene technology for dental clinics and practices worldwide.

Seethrough: A New Benchmark in Dental Imaging

W&H's Seethrough portfolio captured significant attention with its five advanced diagnostic solutions for intraoral and extraoral applications. This comprehensive lineup includes two cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) devices - Seethrough Max and Seethrough Flex - as well as an X-ray source, a PSP scanner, and a digital sensor.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - ACTEON®, a global leader in dental imaging and clinical solutions, will present its latest advancements in prophylaxis and periodontal therapy at EuroPerio11, Europe's premier congress on periodontology and implant dentistry, taking place May 14-17, 2025, in Vienna. Attendees can visit ACTEON at Hall B - Stand K15 for live product demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and expert insights into innovative tools shaping the future of dental care.

Driving Innovation in Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - A recent in-vitro study conducted by Heidelberg University has revealed that Venus Pearl Pure Shades can deliver aesthetic outcomes comparable to traditional polychromatic layering, while significantly reducing shade selection errors and procedural complexity for dental professionals.

The findings mark a notable advancement in restorative dentistry, affirming that simplified layering using monochromatic composites can achieve lifelike results once only attainable through multi-layered techniques. This development is particularly relevant for clinicians seeking efficient workflows without compromising on aesthetic precision.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - In an industry defined by precision, trust, and evolving technology, Barksdale Dental Laboratory of Huntsville, Alabama, stands out by blending world-class craftsmanship with the warmth of family values. Now entering its fourth decade, the lab is undergoing a leadership transition that promises to preserve its legacy while accelerating innovation under the guidance of Blake Barksdale, CDT.

Founded in 1985 by Betty and Steve Barksdale, Barksdale Dental Lab has earned a sterling reputation among dental professionals for its commitment to quality, artistry, and customer relationships. Today, with Blake stepping into the role of Chief Operating Officer, the lab is not just poised for growth-it's primed for transformation.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - Dental professionals seeking to elevate their approach to micro-invasive caries treatment are invited to a new complimentary continuing education (CE) webinar hosted by renowned dental hygiene educator Irene Iancu, BSc, RRDH, CTDP, OM. Titled "Mastering Resin Infiltration for Predictable Results," the webinar will take place on June 17th, 2025 at 7 PM ET and will award participants 1 CEU credit upon completion.

Presented by a respected voice in modern caries management, the CE course focuses on Icon Resin Infiltration, a technique that offers an innovative solution for early carious white spot and interproximal lesions. Attendees will gain in-depth, case-based knowledge aimed at transforming diagnostic and treatment practices-improving patient outcomes while preserving tooth structure.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - Dental materials manufacturer VOCO has once again reaffirmed its commitment to global humanitarian aid by donating €20,000 to Doctors Without Borders, continuing a strategic partnership that has spanned since 2019. The latest contribution brings VOCO's total donation to the international emergency medical organization to €120,000.

In a recent event at VOCO's headquarters in Cuxhaven, Germany, employees gathered for an emotional presentation by Sabine Zante, a surgical nurse and Doctors Without Borders volunteer, who shared her experiences working in Nigeria. Zante recounted her missions treating victims of Noma, a devastating bacterial infection that primarily affects children under seven, rapidly destroying facial tissue and leading to death if untreated.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - Sensei, the practice and patient management brand of Carestream Dental, has announced a strategic integration with DentalMonitoring, a global leader in AI-powered remote monitoring solutions for orthodontics. This collaboration aims to enhance digital orthodontic care by delivering real-time clinical oversight, operational efficiency, and improved patient engagement at scale.

Enhancing Orthodontic Workflows with AI Integration

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 2, 2025 - Vatech, a global leader in dental imaging systems, has entered a strategic alliance with Pearl, a frontrunner in dental artificial intelligence (AI), to integrate cutting-edge AI pathology detection into its diagnostic software suite. The collaboration aims to redefine the dental diagnostic experience by enhancing accuracy, streamlining workflows, and ultimately elevating patient care across the global dental industry.

Through the integration of Pearl's FDA-cleared Second Opinion® AI engine into Vatech's EzDent-i software, the partnership will deliver automated detection of a wide range of dental conditions directly within clinicians' existing workflows. This seamless interaction between imaging and AI will enable faster, more consistent, and clinically precise diagnoses-without the need to leave the native software environment.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 1, 2025 - KaVo, a global leader in dental technology, has announced a major expansion of its digital imaging portfolio with the introduction of several new ProXam solutions, strengthening its presence in both intraoral and extraoral diagnostics. This strategic move is set to offer dental professionals greater clarity, flexibility, and precision across all diagnostic applications, driving clinical accuracy and operational efficiency.

Expanded ProXam Line Brings Comprehensive Imaging Capabilities

With this announcement, KaVo reinforces its commitment to providing a complete digital diagnostics solution through the ProXam portfolio. The new additions include: