Online Dental Care Solution Dentistry.One Named as a 2024 NJBIZ Health Care Hero

 

Over the years, I've become a big fan of MouthWatch and the other companies under their umbrella.  Good products, good prices, and good people make for success.  The folks at MouthWatch have that covered.  That's why I'm happy to provide the following info regarding one more jewel in their crown...

Dentistry.One, a virtual-first dental care solution introduced by MouthWatch, LLC, was recently named a 2024 Health Care Hero by leading New Jersey business publication, NJBIZ.  

The annual award recognizes excellence, promotes innovation, and honors the efforts of the individuals and organizations making a significant impact on the quality of health care in New Jersey. 

Candidates were nominated by NJBIZ reader submissions, with the winners selected by a panel of independent judges. This year’s Health Care Heroes Awards recognized individuals and organizations across 11 categories. Dentistry.One was named a Health Care Hero in the “Innovation Hero” category.

“On behalf of the entire Dentistry.One team, we thank NJBIZ for this prestigious recognition of Dentistry.One and our commitment to developing innovative approaches that create greater access to oral healthcare,” said Brant Herman, Founder & CEO, MouthWatch & Dentistry.One. “New Jersey has long been a pioneer in nurturing healthcare businesses impacting the health and well-being of individuals around the world. We are so proud to be part of this innovative and dynamic community.” 

Dentistry.One virtual-first oral health care offers access to a nationwide network of on-demand dentists, personalized care coordination, oral health coaching, and a digital connection between dental and medical care through proprietary teledentistry software. 

Online dental consultations with Dentistry.One are accessible anytime, from anywhere and include services such as emergency care, pre-op and post-op support, non-narcotic e-prescriptions, second opinions, caries risk assessment, sleep apnea screening, oral hygiene instruction, chronic care coaching, and product recommendations. 

About MouthWatch / Dentistry.One

MouthWatch, LLC, is a leader in developing digital technology solutions that drive success for dental professionals, improve oral health care, and enhance the overall patient experience.

Headquartered in Metuchen, New Jersey, MouthWatch is widely known for its intraoral cameras that help engage patients in treatment planning through high-quality, affordable imaging technology, and its TeleDent software that provides practices and organizations with a teledentistry option to engage patients with providers remotely. 

In January of 2023, MouthWatch launched Dentistry.One, a virtual-first care network that addresses the expectations of today’s modern healthcare consumers, the need for greater efficiency in healthcare, and the proven connection between good oral health and total health. Dentistry.One features on-demand dental consultations, personalized care coordination, and oral health coaching for prioritizing oral health. 

MouthWatch hardware and software are in use at over 42,000 practices, over 30 leading Dental Service Organizations (DSOs), and over 100 dental schools. The company has been recognized three times in the Inc. 5000. For more information, visit mouthwatch.com. or dentistry.one.

Ivoclar and SprintRay Join Forces

 

There's been a lot of news out of the industry as of late dealing with the 3D printing space.  Today I'll delve into a recent announcement that pairs two industry leaders.  Let's take a look at the partnership between Ivoclar and SprintRay.

Ivoclar and SprintRay: A Powerful Partnership Shaping Dental 3D Printing

The dental industry is witnessing a significant transformation driven by digital technologies, and 3D printing stands at the forefront of this evolution. Recently, two industry leaders, Ivoclar and SprintRay, joined forces to further propel the possibilities of 3D printing in dentistry. 

Ivoclar: A Legacy of Dental Innovation

Ivoclar, a familiar name in the dental world, boasts a rich history spanning over a century. They have consistently provided high-quality dental materials and solutions for fixed and removable prosthetics. Their commitment to innovation has positioned them as a leader in the dental industry.  Almost anyone practicing dentistry touches their products.

SprintRay: Pioneering 3D Printing Solutions

SprintRay, a US-based technology company, has carved a niche in developing cutting-edge 3D printing solutions specifically tailored for dental applications. Their comprehensive range of 3D printers and dental resins provides dental professionals with efficient and precise tools.

The Partnership

The collaboration between Ivoclar and SprintRay signifies a strategic move to leverage the strengths of both companies. Here's what this partnership promises:

• Streamlined Workflows: Integrating Ivoclar's high-quality materials with SprintRay's advanced 3D printing technology can streamline workflows in dental practices and laboratories.
• Enhanced Accuracy and Precision: The combined expertise of both companies can lead to the development of even more precise and accurate 3D printing solutions for dental applications.
• Broader Material Options: Ivoclar's extensive material portfolio, coupled with SprintRay's printer compatibility, can offer dental professionals a wider range of options for various dental procedures.
• Innovation at the Forefront: This partnership fosters a collaborative environment that can accelerate the development of innovative 3D printing solutions for the future of dentistry.

A New Era in Dental Care

The Ivoclar-SprintRay partnership holds immense potential to dental 3D printing. By combining their expertise and resources, they can contribute significantly to provide the industry with:

• Improved Patient Care: More efficient and precise 3D-printed restorations can lead to better patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Increased Accessibility: Wider adoption of 3D printing technologies can potentially make dental care more accessible and affordable.
• Advanced Dental Applications: The collaboration paves the way for exploring further possibilities in areas like bio-printing and permanent fixed prosthetics.

As this partnership unfolds, the dental industry can expect exciting advancements in 3D printing, ultimately transforming the way dental professionals deliver care and patients experience dental treatments.  When it comes to 3D printing in the profession, I feel the future is brigh.

DGSHAPE Americas Announces New 3DX Dental 3D Printer Bundle, Powered by Roland DGA

 

 Roland DGA’s DGSHAPE Americas dental business group has announced the addition of the 3DX Dental 3D Printer Bundle, Powered by Roland DGA to its line of dental products and accessories. This bundle offers a reliable, full-service 3D printing solution at one affordable price, along with Roland DGA’s world-renowned customer service and support. Equipped with the 3DX bundle, dental businesses can produce a wide variety of products in-house quickly, easily, and cost-effectively, including dental models, dentures, provisional crowns and bridges, occlusal guards, surgical guides, custom clear retainers, removable die fits, and more.

The 3DX bundle was created exclusively to complement DGSHAPE DWX wet and dry dental milling solutions. Its 3DXPRINT 3D printer incorporates state-of-the-art 4K LCD 3D print technology that provides fast, precise, and uniform production of 3D-printed dental applications, while the small footprint and high-quality output make it the ideal printing solution for dental laboratories and clinical offices of all sizes.

Within its compact housing, the 3DXPRINT features a large 190 x 120 x 180 mm build plate that offers a generous 40-square-inch surface, allowing users to print up to eight full-arches at one time – all with outstanding consistency and precision. Its print speed ranges from 10~50 mm per hour, depending on material layer thickness. In addition, its open-architecture platform is validated for use with resins from over 20 resin manufactures and more than 150 resins.

The 3DXPRINT’s durable, state-of-the-art design was developed through a 5-million-layer test process in real-time dental conditions to ensure the highest level of performance and reliability. Incorporating industrial-grade optical components further ensures an optimal product life cycle. It also features an automated cooling system (ACS) for ideal temperature maintenance.

“We are excited to offer this fast, precise, and affordable 3D printing solution to our customers,” said Roland DGA Dental Marketing Manager Lisa Aguirre. “The 3DX bundle is a complete, advanced, easy-to-use 3D printing solution that perfectly complements our high-performance DWX milling machines. By integrating its capabilities into their workflows, businesses can optimize their production and offer same-day applications with outstanding uniformity and accuracy.”

The 3DX bundle comes complete with the 3DXPRINT 4K LCD 3D printer, 3DXWASH cleaning system, 3DXCURE curing system, and 3DXMODEL resin. In addition, it includes easy-to-use 3DXWORKS CAD design and slicing software, with no maintenance, update, or annual fees. 3DXPRINT is backed by Roland DGA’s unsurpassed one-year trouble-free warranty and support.

To learn more about the new 3DX bundle, visit www.rolanddga.com/3DXPRINT. For more information on the complete line of DGSHAPE dental milling solutions, visit https://www.rolanddga.com/dental.

About Roland DGA Corporation and DGSHAPE Americas

Roland DGA Corporation serves North and South America as the marketing, sales, distribution and service arm for Roland DG Corporation and its subsidiary, DGSHAPE. Founded in 1981 and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Roland DG of Hamamatsu, Japan is a worldwide leader in wide-format inkjet printers, engravers, photo impact printers and CNC milling machines. DGSHAPE Americas is the Roland DGA dental business group dedicated to the DGSHAPE line of products, most notable as a market leader in dental milling machines. To learn more about Roland DGA Corporation and DGSHAPE Americas, visit https://www.rolanddga.com/dental.

About Roland DG Corporation

With the purpose of “To Empower Creativity and Excitement Worldwide,” Roland DG Corporation strives to bring new opportunities to society through digital solutions that make it easy for anyone to create things. The company’s inkjet printers and printer/cutters are widely used in a variety of visual communication fields, including signage and interior decoration. In the digital fabrication field, our inkjet printers, cutting machines, and 3D digital fabrication tools enable the personalization and customization of items tailored to individual customer needs. By adopting a high-mix, low-volume, on-demand approach, Roland DG aims to create new applications. Recently, Roland DG has further expanded the digital transformation frontier. The company provides a cloud-based service to enhance customers’ printing operations and profitability and a cloud-based production improvement solution offering the expertise of its proprietary production support system for small and medium-sized manufacturers. To learn more about DGSHAPE Corporation, visit https://www.dgshape.com.

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Chlor-XTRA a Great Product for Endodontic Irrigation from Vista Apex

 

As a general dentist I love the fact that everyday I get to do a variety of procedures.  Variety is the spice of life and I think that *really* applies to my professional path.  It's even better when I get to try and test new techniques, products, and equipment along the way.

If I had been given the opportunity to specialize, I would have turned it down.  I just love so many aspects of the profession, that I would not do well mentally if I had to do the procedure every day all day.  However, with that being said, my favorite procedure is endodontic therapy.  I mean, I really love doing root canals.  If you're not in the profession that probably sounds weird, but to me they are like a puzzle that I love figuring out.

The thing I want to focus on today is irrigation.  Using the right chemistry is intrinsic to long term clinical success.  In the last 20 years we have seen incredible advances in the instrumentation side of endodontic therapy, but instruments only do about 1/2 of the work.  You read that right, instruments only do about 1/2 of what needs to be done to ensure success.

I read a study recently from NIH that stated "57.8 - 68.8% of studied canal areas are unprepared by mechanical instrumentation".  Think about that for a moment... if you aren't using the proper chemistry, the instruments only clean a portion of the canal.  Those "unprepared" areas harbor bacteria that can cause continuing or recurring problems.

I will feature other Vista Apex irrigation products in future posts, but today's focus will be on the irrigant I normally reach for first when I'm performing endo... Chlor-XTRA™.    It's a 6% sodium hypochlorite solution.

However, it's not just a standard solution.  It also contains wetting agents and proprietary surface modifiers.  Those special chemicals allow Chlor-XTRA™ to 'flow' down into the canals and get inside all those small little irregular surface areas that haven't been reached by instruments and they harbor bacteria.  Those impossible to reach areas include lateral canals and isthmuses where a file won't reach no matter how hard you try.

Sodium hypochlorite actually *kills* pathogens and it is necessary to get the canal system as clean as possible.  You can also ensure Chlor-EXTRA™ is well dispersed in those difficult to get to areas by using ultrasonic activation of the liquid through use of the cordless EndoUltra® unit.  I'll be making a post about that device in the not too distant future.

There are a lot of companies in the industry that sell sodium hypochlorite products.  However, they are not all interchangeable.  When I sit down to perform endo, this is what I reach for.  In my hands, this product has a proven track record of performing well.

If you are looking to up your game when it comes to endodontics, I truly think you should take a look at the products from Vista-Apex.  Over the years, I've gotten to know many of the folks there pretty well and I can tell from firsthand experience that they are great people with really great products.

Dental Marketing Veterans Mark Ross and Michael Ventriello Team Up Again to Launch PitchIt DDS, An Investor Presentation Service for Dental Start-Ups

 

It's always a good feeling to see your friends do well.  I think that's especially true when your friends are embarking on a new and exciting journey.  I've known Mark Ross and Michael Ventriello for more years than I can remember.  They're both in the dental marketing - ad agency space part of the industry and are truly what I refer to as "quality human beings".  Thy are good guys and both really good at what they do!  

If you are a company who is looking for ways to talk to investors about your product or services, this might be just what you are looking for.  So with that being said, I'm happy to provide today's post with info about their new adventure called PitchIt DDS.  

Here is the info they'd like you to know:

Mark Ross and Michael Ventriello, the veteran dental marketing experts who joined forces in 2023 to launch dentistry’s first virtual focus group platform, The Virtual Dental Team (VDT), recently teamed up again to introduce PitchIt DDS - an investor presentation creation service specifically for dental start-up companies as well as existing healthcare and technology companies planning to enter the oral-care market.

Designed to be a complimentary or combined service with VDT, PitchIt DDS is fueled by the combined 50 years dental product and company launch experience and insights that Ross and Ventriello will apply to each pitch deck they create on behalf of dental industry founders and start-ups.

“Dentistry is entering an exciting era of innovation and investment,” said Ross. “However, because there are so many new companies vying for investor funding, it’s more critical than ever for a dental start-up to make a compelling pitch that will stand out from a crowded field and in turn, persuade angel investors, private equity firms and venture capital firms alike to provide the funding needed to propel next level growth.”   

The PitchIt DDS presentation creation service can also be used for the following applications:

• Investor Pitch Decks

• Sales Presentations

• Strategic Partner Pitch Decks

• KOL Lecture Slides

• Training Presentations

“Mark and I have seen many investor presentations during private fundraising dinners and public “Shark Tank” events where the fund-seeking company’s technology may have had a tremendous potential for improving workflows and patient care, but the pitch fell flat due to a variety of weaknesses in research, branding, messaging, design, and delivery,” commented Ventriello. “Although heavily invested in R&D, many dental start-ups fumble when it comes to making the clear, concise, and compelling pitch needed achieve their fundraising goals. A dynamic investor presentation from PitchIt DDS can help avoid that scenario.”       

For more information about PitchIt DDS visit this link or contact Mark Ross at Mark@RossCommGrp.com.

About Mark Ross:

Mark is the owner and founder of  Ross Communications is a leading brand development and marketing agency with more than 30+ years of experience in developing successful branding and marketing campaigns for some of the dental industry’s most innovative companies. For more information, visit www.RossCommGrp.Com.

About Michael Ventriello:

Widely regarded as the “Dental Product Launch Expert,” Michael is the owner and founder of the PR-forward dental marketing agency Ventriello Communications. He is an award-winning copywriter who specializes in developing strategic marketing communications and public relations programs for game-changing dental products, services, and companies. Michael is also a published author and dental industry pundit. For more information, visit www.Ventriello.com.

Dental Products Report Announces Spring Selection 2024!!!

 

Last year, for the first time ever, DPR (my fave publication) did a bracket competition to determine voters overall favorites of some of the best dental products on the market.  This year, we are at it again!

My good buddy and Editorial Director at DPR is Noah Levine and this thing is all his idea and his hard work.  Last year, Noah basically coded the entire thing himself, which I am incredibly proud of him for.  Suffice it to say it's a good thing the guy has a full head of hair, becuase I'm sure he lost some with all the work. he put into making this happen.

You can reward Noah for his hard work, as well as helping the bracket process, by heading over the DPR Spring Selection and voting for your favorites every week.

Curious who the competitors are?  This is your chance to check out the process and let your voice be heard.  Follow this link to start selecting.  

Join Me Tomorrow for the virtual CE Event Increasing Diagnostic Accuracy With Artificial Intelligence

 

Tomorrow April 25th at 10:00am eastern (9:00am central) plan on taking an hour out of your day to join me for the FREE webinar Increasing Diagnostic Accuracy With Artificial Intelligence.  

I've been involved with using and evaluating AI dental systems for over 8 years and over that time I have gained some incredible experience and I've seen phenomenal progress in what these systems can do.

I can tell you with great confidence that the time to start incorporating AI into your clinical workflows is NOW.   Every day that I am seeing patients, I have a tab open in my browser to access our AI system and I have come to depend on what that system provides me.

We are *much* more efficient from a time management standpoint as our efficiency has increased tremendously through using AI.  However, better diagnostic capabilities is just one piece of what AI can do for you.  We've also seen a huge jump in patient understanding and case acceptance.

At this point in time, you've probably heard tons of info about AI, but you may still have questions about what it can do for you and what changes it can make in your practice.  This one hour event will help answer any questions you may have and will also set you up for success.

You will earn 1 CE credit and the event is FREE!!!

You can register by following this link.  I'm super excited to be presenting and I hope to see many of you there!