Dentistry

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 5, 2025 – A new report released by the World Economic Forum, co-authored by Dr. Maria Ryan, Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at Colgate-Palmolive, makes a compelling case for elevating oral health as a central pillar of public health strategy and economic development. The report, The Economic Rationale for a Global Commitment to Invest in Oral Health, underscores the significant economic burden of untreated oral diseases—estimated at $710 billion annually—and calls for global collaboration to improve access, awareness, and investment in oral health.

Oral Health: A High-Impact, Often Overlooked Investment

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.