DT U.S. Edition, Nov./Dec. 2010, Vol. 5, No. 23

Industry News DENTAL TRIBUNE | Nov./Dec. 201036A DEFEND+PLUS sterilization pouches, avail- able from Mydent International, offer the supe- rior design and quality construction necessary for effective infection control procedures. Manufactured with lead-free, built-in, dual internal and external indicators, DEFEND+PLUS sterilization pouches ensure the correct ster- ilization temperature is reached in the auto- clave chamber as well as inside the instrument compartment, eliminating the need for internal indicator strips. The durable DEFEND+PLUS pouches are constructed with triple-sealed seams and strong materials to help prevent instrument penetra- tion and tears. Their blue-tinted, transparent film assists in detecting tears should they occur. The easy-to-use DEFEND+PLUS pouches offer effortless opening and sealing and are more sturdy when wet than comparable prod- ucts, according to Mydent International. DEFEND+PLUS sterilization pouches are an ideal component of precautionary infection con- trol as they provide effective, consistent steril- ization of dental instruments. They are available in five standard sizes and come in boxes of 200. Mydent International, home to DEFEND® infection control products, disposables and impression material systems, celebrates 25 years of offering dependable solutions for defen- sive health care. Headquartered in New York and partnered with a state-of-the-art distribution facility in Pennsylvania, Mydent is dedicated to providing unparalleled customer relations. For more information on Mydent Interna- tional and the DEFEND brand of products, call (800) 275-0020, e-mail sales@defend.com, visit www.defend.com or stop by the booth, No. 2609. DT DEFEND+PLUS sterilization pouches (Photo/Provided by Mydent International) Isolite Systems, maker of innovative dental isolation technology, announced on Nov. 1 that its products have received new industry recognition. Dentistry Today magazine recognized the Isolite dryfield illuminator as one of the Top 100 Products for 2010 for the dental industry. The Isolite dryfield illuminator is an inno- vative dental tool that combines the functions of light, suction and retraction into a single device, solving many of the frustrations that dental professionals deal with on a daily basis. The device gently holds the patient’s mouth open, keeps the tongue out of the working field and guards the patient’s vulnerable air- way, all while continuously evacuating saliva and excess moisture. The super-soft mouthpiece used with the device makes for a more comfortable experi- ence for the patient, and allows dental profes- sionals to work more efficiently with greater control over the oral environment. Additionally, the company announced that its IsodryTi , a non-illuminated dental isolation system, was named to Dentistry Today maga- zine’s Top 50 Technology Products for 2010. IsodryTi performs all the same functions as Isolite, with the exception of intra-oral illumi- nation. The IsodryTi was first introduced to the dental industry in Feb. Both dental isolation systems utilize the pat- ented Isolite Isoflex mouthpiece. The unique shape and softness of the mouthpiece is key to the systems’ advanced dental isolation. The latex-free mouthpiece comfortably allows fluids and debris to be aspirated from deep within the oral cavity. Built-in tongue, cheek and throat shields protect the patient from injury and provide an added measure of assurance that the airway is better protected from possible dental debris. Single-use Isolite mouthpieces are available in five sizes to fit the spectrum of patients, from a small child to a large adult. Other recognition received by Isolite Systems for its Isolite dryfield illuminator includes: • Dentaltown Magazine Townie Choice Award winner (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009) • DrBicuspid.com Dental Excellence Award: Best New Instrument (2009) • Named by Dentistry Today magazine as one of the Top 100 Products (2003, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2010) • Named a Best Product 2008 by Dental Product Shopper magazine; received a 4.8 rating (out of a possible 5.0) by reviewing dentists • Isolite Systems and Thomas R. Hirsch, DDS, received the Inventor Award from the World Congress of Minimally Inva- sive Dentistry (2004) For more information about Isolite Sys- tems, please call (800) 560-6066 or visit www.isolitesystems.com. Both Isolite and IsodryTi will be exhibited at booth No. 323 at the Greater New York Dental Meeting, Nov. 28–Dec. 1 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. DT Isolite Systems dental isolation technology garners more industry recognition Popular Isolite brings home another industry accolade, new IsodryTi named Top Technology Product Isolite Systems dental isolation technology has been recognized by Dentistry Today magazine with two new accodlades. The Isolite was named Top 100 Product, and the IsodryTi was named to the magazine’s Top 50 Technology Products. (Photo/Provided by Isolite) GNYDM BootH No. 323 GNYDM BootH No. 2609