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UniCore Post and Drill System Improved for Greater Strength and Durability of Multi-Functional Drill
October 1, 2006 South Jordan, UT
read more »Ultradent Products, Inc. now offers the UniCore Post and Drill System with an improved multi-functional drill. Utilizing the same mechanical design and properties of the previous system, the new drill is designed for greater strength and durability.
The new UniCore drill is designed and manufactured to increase overall performance during post preparation procedures. The new drill has the ability to complete 15 procedures involving the removal of gutta percha – a 50% increase over the previous indication. The new drill is also capable of completing 15 post procedures requiring the removal of rigid-based carriers (e.g. Thermafil®) and at least five procedures where removal of a pre-existing fiber post is necessary.
Other improvements to the UniCore drill include a refined heat-generating tip, which allows the drill to move quickly through gutta percha or Thermafil. The diamond coating surrounding the collar dissipates heat during post or Thermafil removal, which prevents heat transfer and damage to surrounding hard tissue.
The UniCore kit includes highly esthetic posts which are radiopaque and translucent. The posts are tapered in the apical direction to naturally follow the tooth’s anatomy and match the flexural modulus of the root. The pre-stressed fibers and non-violated fiber core contribute to a remarkably strong post which provides maximum protection of the root and retention of the core and crown.
UniCore’s unique packaging greatly simplifies setup, procedure and clean up. The drills are packaged with matching posts in spill-proof modules which are autoclavable. The modules utilize ISO-standard color-coding for easy identification. In addition to the original UniCore Post Placement Kit (contains Size #1-#4), Ultradent now offers a newly-configured kit containing Size #1 and #2 posts and drills.
For more information about the UniCore Post and Drill System or any of Ultradent’s Endodontic products, please call Ultradent Products, Inc. at (800)552-5512, or visit us online at www.ultradent.com.
*Thermafil® is a registered trademark of DENTSPLY International, Inc.
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Ultradent Products, Inc., marketer and distributor of the UniCore Post and Drill System, is a leading developer of high-tech dental materials, devices and instruments worldwide. Ultradent’s mission is to improve the level of dental healthcare and to make dental procedures more predictable and hassle-free. Consistent with its mission, Ultradent works to improve the quality of life and health of individuals through financial and charitable programs. For more information about Ultradent, call (800) 552-5512 or visit www.ultradent.com. -
Opalescence PF 35%
October 1, 2006 South Jordan, UT
read more »Ultradent introduces Opalescence PF in a 35% carbamide peroxide concentration for a powerful take-home whitening system. With a recommended wear time of only 30 minutes once a day, patients can whiten their teeth any time it’s convenient with effective results.
As an extension to the custom, take-home product line, Opalescence PF 35% completes Ultradent’s menu of whitening options. Opalescence PF 35% was designed for the patient with a busy lifestyle who prefers to whiten at home. Opalescence PF 35% is recommended for 30 minutes, once a day with results in 5-10 days. Using Opalescence PF technology, the patient experiences whitening results with less sensitivity while rebuilding enamel and preventing caries.
Opalescence PF 35% is available in patient, doctor and refill kits. Each kit is available in Ultradent’s signature flavors including mint, melon and regular.
For more information about Opalescence PF 35% or any of Ultradent’s whitening products, please call Ultradent Products, Inc. at (800)552-5512, or visit us online at www.ultradent.com.
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Ultradent Products, Inc., manufacturer and distributor of Opalescence PF 35%, is a leading developer of high-tech dental materials, devices and instruments worldwide. Ultradent’s mission is to improve the level of dental healthcare and to make dental procedures more predictable and hassle-free. Consistent with its mission, Ultradent works to improve the quality of life and health of individuals through financial and charitable programs. For more information about Ultradent, call (800) 552-5512 or visit www.ultradent.com. -
Ultradent opens branch office in Japan
October 1, 2006 South Jordan, UT
read more »Ultradent Products, Inc., a trusted manufacturer of dental materials, devices and instruments makes a long-term commitment to Japanese customers by opening a branch office in Tokyo, Japan.
Ultradent Japan, K.K. has over 140 products, including Ultradent’s flagship tooth whitening product, Opalescence 10%. Ultradent Japan is one of the first manufacturers to provide tooth whitening products to professional dental offices in Japan. In addition, Ultradent Japan is equipped with an experienced managerial staff, local sales representatives and a qualified network of distributors.
Hiroyuki Tatewaki, an industry veteran, was named General Manager of Ultradent Japan. “Hiro has over 30 years of experience in both the electronic and medical industry,” said Shaun Stirland, Director of International Sales for Ultradent Products, Inc. “Hiro’s experience combined with a qualified staff of professionals and Ultradent’s excellent reputation for quality and support will prove invaluable to our Japanese customers.”
Ultradent Japan’s sales and marketing team will be directly involved in developing new business opportunities and expanding Ultradent’s customer relations in Japan. The office will address community needs in maintaining the corporate office philosophy of minimally invasive dentistry. For more information about Ultradent Japan, please visit us online at www.ultradent.japan.jp.
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Ultradent Products, Inc. is a leading developer of high-tech dental materials, devices and instruments worldwide. Ultradent’s mission is to improve the level of dental healthcare and to make dental procedures more predictable and hassle-free. Consistent with its mission, Ultradent works to improve the quality of life and health of individuals through financial and charitable programs. With headquarters in the United States, Ultradent maintains offices in Brazil, Germany, Italy, and Japan. For more information about Ultradent, call 1-801-552-5512 or visit www.ultradent.com. -
Victoria L. Wallace, CDA, RDA of Ultradent Products, Inc. Received Two Distinguished Awards
August 28, 2006 South Jordan, UT
read more »Victoria L. Wallace of Ultradent Products, Inc. was the recipient of the ADAA/Sullivan-Schein District Award of Excellence and ADAA Journal Award at the 82nd Annual American Dental Assistants Association in Denver, Colorado earlier this month.
The ADAA is an 8,000 member voluntary association of professional Dental Assistants. Each year, the ADAA recognizes Dental Assistants for outstanding achievement in the development and recognition of professionalism through education, membership services and public awareness programs. In this year’s program, Ms. Wallace received the ADAA/Sullivan-Schein District Award of Excellence. Recipients of this award were recognized for being an ADAA member that has enhanced the dental assisting profession and the ADAA through personal and professional growth.
Ms. Wallace was also the recipient of the Journal Award. This award is presented to the ADAA member who has submitted an exceptional educational article for the ADAA’s publication "The Dental Assistant". The article submitted by Ms. Wallace was titled “Terminology, Technology, and Troubleshooting: Curing Lights.
Ms. Wallace has been a Certified Dental Assistant and Registered Dental Assistant since 1976. She is President of the Nevada Dental Assistants Association, the Southern Nevada Dental Assistants Society and an active member of the ADAA for 8 years. She has served on the ADAA Foundation Board of Directors for the past 5 years.Ms. Wallace started working for Ultradent Products, Inc. in 1996. Her current position is Major Accounts Manager and lecturer on Dental Products and Procedures. Ms. Wallace will be a guest speaker at the 2007 California Dental Association Scientific Session in Anaheim, California and the 2007 Professional Dental Assisting Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana. For more information, please contact Ultradent Products by visiting www.ultradent.com or call 1-800-552-5212.
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Kentucky Dental Association and Ultradent Products, Inc Partner to Provide Healthier Smiles for Kids
August 24, 2006 South Jordan, UT
read more »The Kentucky Dental Association partnered with Ultradent Products to raise awareness about the importance of good oral health at the Kentucky state Fair earlier this month. Ultradent Products, Inc. donated dental products for the fair’s “Sealants for Kentucky’s Children” event.
“Sealants for Kentucky’s Children” is designed to increase access to dental professionals, create awareness through educational materials and improve the oral health of all Kentuckians. The program targets school children ages six through 12. Free dental screenings, sealants and varnish were provided throughout the fair. Ultradent Products, Inc. provided sealant and fluoride varnish.
The Kentucky Dental Association and Ultradent Products, Inc. will continue their mission to improve oral healthcare through programs such as “Sealants for Kentucky’s Children”. The goal is to decrease the incidence of oral decay and create a blue print for similar programs throughout the country.
Further information regarding sealants or any other Ultradent products, please visitwww.ultradent.com or call 1-800-552-5212.
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Ultradent Products, Inc. is a leading developer of high-tech dental materials, devices and instruments worldwide. Ultradent’s mission is to improve the level of dental healthcare and to make dental procedures more predictable and hassle-free. Consistent with its mission, Ultradent works to improve the quality of life and health of individuals through financial and charitable programs. For more information about Ultradent, call (800) 552-5512 or visitwww.ultradent.com.
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Dr. Dan Fischer, President/CEO of Ultradent Products, Inc.,
August 2, 2006 South Jordan, UT
read more »Ultradent Products, Inc. today announced that President/CEO Dr. Dan Fischer will be featured as a keynote speaker at the 7th Annual World Congress of Minimally Invasive Dentistry (WCMID) in Seattle, Washington on August 18, 2006.
Dr. Dan Fischer is an active proponent of minimally invasive dentistry. Over the last 25 years, Dr. Fischer has been widely recognized as a speaker on the theory and practice of preservation of oral tissues. His most recent presentation at Dentaltown’s “Townie Meeting” in Las Vegas, Nevada was titled “Patient-Centered Dentistry: Balancing patient needs with the need to make a living.” In this presentation, Dr. Fischer placed great emphasis on “listening to the needs of the patient”. This will also be the theme of Dr. Fischer’s presentation at the upcoming WCMID conference.
Founded in 1999, the World Congress of Minimally Invasive Dentistry is a nationally recognized community of healthcare professionals dedicated to the philosophy of minimally invasive dentistry. WCMID consists of West Coast dental schools, the State Board of Dental Examiners and representatives from the dental insurance industry. This year, the WCMID will convene in Seattle, Washington on August 16-119, 2006 to discuss improvements and values within the focus of minimally invasive dentistry.
Further information about Dr. Dan Fischer’s keynote address or Ultradent Products, Inc., please visit www.ultradent.com.
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Ultradent Products, Inc. is a leading developer of high-tech dental materials, devices and instruments worldwide. Ultradent’s mission is to improve the level of dental healthcare and to make dental procedures more predictable and hassle-free. Consistent with its mission, Ultradent works to improve the quality of life and health of individuals through financial and charitable programs. For more information about Ultradent, call (800) 552-5512 or visit www.ultradent.com. -
Ultradent’s Anatomical Matrix System
June 12, 2006 South Jordan, UT
read more »Ultradent announces the release of the Anatomical Matrix System, complete with a patented matrix and retainer clamp design. The specialized design of the matrix and retainer clamp result in restorations that mimic the natural curvatures of a tooth.
The system includes four distinct shape matrices providing options for different size teeth. The thin and flexible material allows the bands to conform to any tooth surface. The specialized contours ensure that the matrix will not catch on the gingival margin during placement. The matrices are interchangeable with all brands of sectional retainers.
The system includes one distinct retainer clamp shape which can be used with any shape and size of tooth. The clamp stacks easily allowing the sides of the tooth to be held in a matrix at the same time. The clamp tines are contoured to fit precisely with the matrix bands resulting in multiple contact points and minimizing the extra space created between the teeth. All rubber dam forceps and other sectional matrix forceps can be used to place the retainer clamps.
Ultradent’s Anatomical Matrix System has a variety of kit configurations, including regular, large and extended matrix sizes. For more information about the Anatomical Matrix System, please call Ultradent Products, Inc. at (800) 552-5512, or visit us online at www.ultradent.com.
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Ultradent Products, Inc., manufacturer and distributor of the Anatomical Matrix System, is a leading developer of high-tech dental materials, devices and instruments worldwide. Ultradent’s mission is to improve the level of dental healthcare and to make dental procedures more predictable and hassle-free. Consistent with its mission, Ultradent works to improve the quality of life and health of individuals through financial and charitable programs. For more information about Ultradent, call (800) 552-5512 or visit www.ultradent.com. -
Ultradent Products, Inc. Announces A Charitable Donation To The National Children's Foundation
May 24, 2006 South Jordan, UT
read more »Ultradent Products, Inc is pleased to announce the donation of $350,000 to The National Children’s Foundation (“TNCDF”).
TNCDF is an organization dedicated to serving the critical oral health care needs of underserved children. The Foundation consists of dental professionals, industry leaders and non-profit agencies which maintain the goal of treating over 5 million children through more than 500 centers throughout the United States.
Ultradent Products shares the TNCDF’s goal of eliminating dental disease and promoting the overall health and well-being for the growing number of underserved children through prevention, education and treatment services. In order to support and further the development efforts of the TNCDF, Ultradent is proud to be a corporate underwriter for the Foundation as well as provide products, which will be directly distributed to network affiliates of the TNCDF.
“We are proud of the effort made by The National Children’s Foundation to help underserved children in the United States”, commented Dr. Dan Fischer, Ultradent’s President and CEO. “We’re hopeful that this service will continue to grow to meet the needs of children around the world. In order to aid in this effort, Ultradent has gladly donated these underwriting funds and oral health products to their cause.”
TNCDF will use funds collected from corporations and philanthropic individuals to directly support programs that respond to the critical oral health needs of underserved children.
Further information about Ultradent Products is available online at www.ultradent.com.
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Ultradent Products, Inc. is a leading developer of high-tech dental materials, devices and instruments worldwide. Ultradent’s mission is to improve the level of dental healthcare and to make dental procedures more predictable and hassle-free. Consistent with its mission, Ultradent works to improve the quality of life and health of individuals through financial and charitable programs. For more information about Ultradent, call (800) 552-5512 or visit www.ultradent.com. -
Ultradent Product Inc’s President/CEO, Dr. Dan Fischer
May 16, 2006 South Jordan, UT
read more »Ultradent Products, Inc. today announced that Dr. Dan Fischer, President/CEO was selected as a finalist for Utah’s Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2006 Award in the category of manufacturing.
Ernst and Young’s Entrepreneur Of The Year® award recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs who are building and leading dynamic and growing businesses. In this year’s program, Dr. Dan Fischer is among 25 finalists selected by an independent panel of judges.
The Entrepreneur of the Year program celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and continues to honor entrepreneurs who have demonstrated excellence and extraordinary success in such areas as innovation, financial performance, and personal commitment to their businesses and communities.
For more information on Dr. Dan Fischer and Ultradent Products, Inc., please visit www.ultradent.com.
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About Ultradent Products, Inc.
Ultradent Products, Inc. is a leading developer of high-tech dental materials, devices and instruments worldwide. Ultradent’s mission is to improve the level of dental healthcare and to make dental procedures more predictable and hassle-free. Consistent with its mission, Ultradent works to improve the quality of life and health of individuals through financial and charitable programs. For more information about Ultradent, call (800) 552-5512 or visit www.ultradent.com.
About the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards
The Entrepreneur Of The Year awards program was created and is produced by professional services firm Ernst & Young LLP. As the first award of its kind, the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year award recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs who are building and leading dynamic and growing businesses. The program honors entrepreneurs through regional, national and global award programs in over 100 cities and 35 countries. -
Ultradent Wins Prestigious Awards From Reality Publishing, Inc.
February 27, 2006 Salt Lake City, UT
read more »Ultradent Products, Inc. was the proud recipient of Reality Publishing’s five-star awards at the 2006 Annual Awards Dinner at Park West, Chicago, Illinois.
Ultradent was awarded Reality’s Five-Star Award for Opalescence/Opalescence PF, Ultra-Etch 35%, Ultrapak and UltraSeal XT plus and ICB Brushes. Ultradent was also honored by receiving a Product of the Year nomination for Opalescence/Opalescence PF and UltraPak. Opalescence/Opalescence PF and Ultra-Etch 35% were also nominated for Reality’s 20th Anniversary Legacy Award.
For more information on any of Ultradent’s award winning products, call (800) 552-5512 or visit us online at www.ultradent.com.
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Ultradent products, Inc. is a leading developer of high-tech dental materials, devices and instruments worldwide. Ultradent’s mission is to improve the level of dental healthcare and to make dental procedures more predictable and hassle-free. Consistent with its mission, Ultradent works to improve the quality of life and health of individuals through financial and charitable programs. For more information about Ultradent, call (800) 552-5512 or visit www.ultradent.com.