In the precise world of dentistry, every second and every detail count—including the safety of your eyes. Lasers and curing lights enhance the care that can be given to patients, and the consistent use of them means eye protection is not just a precaution but a necessity. Ease-In-Shields™ inserts are innovative protective loupe inserts designed for dental professionals who demand both safety and convenience.

Editor's note: This blog was written by Ultradent President and CEO Dirk Jeffs as part of the From the Desk of Dirk Jeffs series. In our fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the rush of the present and the allure of the future. However, I want to take a moment to reflect on the importance of embracing our past.

Edit: This CE course was held on May 9, 2024. View the course and earn your free CE credits here. The integrity of the bond is a fundamental tenant in quality, long-lasting restorations. That's why our upcoming live Continuing Education course, led by Ultradent’s Sr. VP of R&D, Neil Jessop, is a must for dental professionals striving for excellence. Shear Bond Strength - How the ISO Gold Standard Testing Method Translates to Everyday Dentistry offers a deep dive into the essentials of dental bonding, tested and proven through rigorous ISO standards.

On Earth Day 2024, we at Ultradent Products are proud to share our ongoing efforts to protect and enhance the environment around us. We are actively engaged in crucial initiatives to conserve resources and serve the dental community in environmentally conscious and sustainable ways.

In the pursuit of excellence, dentists are continually seeking innovations that not only simplify procedures but also elevate esthetic outcomes. Transcend™ universal composite is a groundbreaking material revolutionizing direct and indirect restorations. Propelled by Ultradent's Resin Particle Match™ technology, Transcend composite redefines the standards of shade matching and durability in dental composites.

Not all dental curing lights are created equal and it’s crucial to understand the differentiating factors between lights before investing in one for your office. Irradiance vs power, beam size, even the tools used to measure light outputs all play major roles in how a curing light will function. To find true quality and efficiency in a light, a user must be able to wade through the waves of false and misleading claims often made in the world of dental curing light advertising—Ultradent’s Sr. VP of Research & Development, Neil Jessop, delves into these topics and more in this edition of Dentistry Decoded: Insights from R&D.

Effective cleaning and shaping of the root canal are central to the success of any endodontic therapy. Irrigation protocol serves as a critical step in eliminating microorganisms, dissolving organic debris, and preparing the root canal space for obturation.

Since its first days at Dr. Dan Fischer's kitchen table, Ultradent has been guided by a principle of seeing a need and working to address it. Whether it's by investing in research to create products that help dentists, educating about techniques that improve patient treatments, or supporting humanitarian efforts that help communities in need access oral health care, Ultradent's mission to Improve Oral Health Globally is at the heart of the company.

In the ever-evolving world of dental care—and social media—new trends constantly emerge, promising brighter, whiter smiles. One of the risings trends in 2023 is the use of purple toothpaste, which claims to whiten teeth, but in reality, it’s just a gimmick using color theory. “It’s tough to know what works and what doesn’t,” says Ultradent Social Media Manager Hartley Lojik, RDH. “But if it sounds too good to be true, it is.”

Editor’s Note: This blog was written by Ultradent Founder and CEO Emeritus Dr. Dan Fischer. As we head into another holiday season and year, this year stands out as it marked our 45th year! It is amazing to me how long ago it was when we started and yet, how recent it can feel at times. Nonetheless, we’ve come far in that time. I can remember when we were making one product, then a few, then dozens, and now, hundreds and hundreds!