The Oral Health Group journal has just published an article titled 'A Novel Home-Care Whitening' in its latest July 2024 issue. Written by professional dental educator and RDH Martha Szczepulski, the article reviews the most recent arrival on the market of PAP home-care whitening (e.g., Smilepen), a new alternative to peroxide-based whitenings that offers a painless yet equally effective experience. The article concludes that; "A recent breakthrough in home-care whitening, phthalimidoperoxycaproic acid (PAP), is revolutionizing home whitening comfort, offering superior safety and effectiveness ..read more

From left to right: Roslyn Hayman (President of Sangi), Shuji Sakuma (Founder and Chairman of Sangi), Tomoki Saito (Technical Advisor, Sangi), Nobuo Wakui (Group Manager, Nippon Zettoc), Yoshinobu Hasegawa (Group Manager, Nippon Zettoc Remineralizing toothpaste from Sangi Co., Ltd has been inducted into the U.S. Space Technology Hall of Fame. The product was inspired by NASA technology and contains Medical Hydroxyapatite, an ingredient that prevents tooth decay. The award was announced during the 2024 Space Symposium in Colorado Springs from April 8 to 11. The Space Technology Hall of Fam ..read more

Oral Science is excited to announce the launch of Advantage Arrest Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) Gel across Canada, marking a significant advancement in dental care technology. This new gel formulation combines the proven efficacy of silver diamine fluoride with the precision and ease of a gel, setting a new standard in treatment for dental professionals. Silver diamine fluoride has been used extensively around the globe for decades and in the Canada since Advantage Arrest's introduction in 2017. Now, Advantage Arrest silver diamine fluoride 38% GEL will provide the same benefits of Advantage ..read more

MONTREAL, March 28, 2024 - Oral Science  confirms its EMS clients will continue to receive support regarding integration and maintenance directly through EMS going forward. In fact, as of March 8 2024, EMS requires that all dental offices who purchased an AIRFLOW® Prophylaxis Master, AIRFLOW® One or any related products through Oral Science, to contact EMS customer service at +1 (800) 367.0367 or custsvc@ems-na.com for questions or concerns, and email EMS at emsrepairs@ems-na.com for service authorization, repairs maintenance or troubleshooting. As per EMS’s instructions, Oral S ..read more

Oral Science is thrilled to now offer the new Woodpecker PT-B air polisher and ultrasonic scaler. We believe that comprehensive biofilm management is essential for disease prevention and treatment, and this is why we are offering a new additional amazing technology to allow leading clinicians the opportunity to work minimally invasively.    The new Woodpecker PT-B is a five-in-one device offering air polishing, periodontal treatment, endodontic treatment, restoration preparation along with implant maintenance. The Woodpecker PT-B key benefits for the dental hygiene team are: Dua ..read more

Oral Science is pleased to announce the launch of SmilePen [SwissWhite, Switzerland] in Canada, the first pain-free PAP home-care whitening available to dental professionals. DEVELOPED BY DENTISTS Going beyond, Smilepen® has innovated an exceptional blend of PAP, hydroxyapatite, and hyaluronic acid. This pioneering composition, a manifestation of “triple power” called PAP power formula, not only ensures heightened teeth whitening but also fortifies and reinforces the tooth structure. Smilepen® whitening products are safe to use and 100% pain-free, no irritations. Due to stronti ..read more

Oral Science is pleased to announce the launch of HYBENX® [EPIEN Medical, Minneapolis, MN, USA] in Canada, the only antibiotic-free oral tissue decontaminant that boosts periodontal healing by eradicating all microorganisms in periodontal pockets. HYBENX® is a professionally applied gel and liquid that uses an electrostatic charge to attract water from the pathogens associated with inflamed or infected oral tissues. This electrostatic action, called Desiccation Shock Technology (DST), dries out microbial pathogens, their protective biofilm and necrotic tissue, rendering them harmless and ..read more

The study « A prospective longitudinal cohort study of the effectiveness of 25% xylitol toothpaste on mutans streptococci in high caries-risk young children » published in the September issue (24/3-2023) of the European Journal of Paediatric Dentistry concluded A « A domestic strategy using a natural toothpaste containing 25% of xylitol as a vehicle, and tooth brushing as a habit, showed a promising antibacterial cariogenic effect. This approach could be a relevant alternative to in-home care to prevent ECC and early SM contamination. » This pear-reviewed study was the foun ..read more

  Oral Science is happy to begin the Canadian distribution of the Curaprox Be You, a gentle everyday anti-caries and remineralizing toothpaste that will help dental professionals give their patients the confidence of healthy, happy and good looking teeth and gums. Available in 2 zesty fresh flavours of Peach+Apricot and Watermelon, Curaprox Be You is made with a unique formulation; Fluoride: Anti-cavities Echinacea: Supports mucus membranes Enzymes: Found in saliva and gently whitens Hydroxyapatite: Smoothes the teeth Potassium Thiocyanate: Improves anti-bacterial properties Provitamin B ..read more

Recently, a member of our team, Martha Szczepulski (also RDH), met with Steve Pardue, Managing Member at Elevate Oral Care, the company behind the development of FluoriMax (2.5% Sodium Fluoride Varnish) and Advantage Arrest (Silver Diamine Fluoride). Here is a summary of their discussion. We hope this will help you integrate these highly effective in-offices caries management treatments. FLUORIMAX Why is there only 2.5% NaF in FluoriMax? Studies going back to the 1990s show that even in a colophony, the fluoride uptake (bioavailability) is very similar between 2.5 and 5% formulations. Th ..read more