DGSHAPE Americas Announces Launch of New DWX-43W Wet Milling Solution

 

For the past couple of months I've been using testing the *new* DGSHAPE on office mill in my office.  The unit is called the DWX-43W and it has been giving us amazing results.  Now the company is announcing the new mill is available to everyone.  Read on for all the details.

Roland DGA’s DGSHAPE Americas dental business group, a leading provider of innovative digital dental solutions for producing lab-quality esthetic crowns, bridges, onlays, and veneers, has announced the launch of the new DWX-43W – a next-generation wet milling solution that combines innovative filter-free technology with faster milling times for superior, cost-effective performance. Unbeatable for producing traditional ceramics and custom titanium abutments, the DWX-43W enables dental businesses to deliver high-quality same-day restorations while reducing operating costs, allowing for maximum profitability. 

DWX-43W Wet Milling Solution Features Include:

• Flexibility Comes Standard: Open-Architecture Eco-System Platform allows users to utilize their choice of restorative materials, scanners, and CAD design software.
• The Need for Speed: New DGSHAPE CAM software (included) decreases milling times by up to 20% while increasing milling efficiency and predictability.
• No More Costly Filters: New filter-less technology eliminates the need for coolant tank filters, reducing the cost of use by 20%. Upgraded coolant tank tray design filters milling waste without the need for separate tank filters.
• Easy Care: New automatic coolant jet optimization and draining cycle reduces routine mill maintenance by 50% compared to previous DWX-42W series models.
• Added Value Accessories: The DWX-43W includes 15 high-quality DGSHAPE wet milling tools and a 6-pin adapter accessory (a $1,630 value).
• Get Connected: Simple integration with Ethernet or USB connectivity.

The DWX-43W is uniquely engineered to make the wet milling of hard materials – like Chairside Zirconia & Amber Mill Direct, Powered by Roland DGA – easier and more precise than ever before. It’s compatible with many other materials as well, including traditional and pre-crystalized lithium disilicates, glass ceramics, PMMA, hybrid ceramics, composite resins, and pre-mill titanium blanks.

The DWX-43W comes bundled with DGSHAPE CAM software, which includes a host of tools that dramatically increase efficiency and convenience. Features include a “quick mill” option that streamlines workflow by making it easy to select frequently used materials and start milling quickly, a choice of “fast” or “high-quality” milling modes to suit specific user needs, the ability to save significant time and effort by milling up to six units simultaneously with the included 6-pin adapter accessory, and much more.  

  

Users will also appreciate the DWX-43W’s proprietary VPanel and DGSHAPE Cloud software, which enable real-time remote monitoring from anywhere, anytime, on any device. In addition, the DWX-43W includes authentic DGSHAPE tools and accessories that allow for expanded milling capabilities and greater ROI.

In addition, the DWX-43W’s newly designed internal material adapter and coolant tank tray are compatible with DGSHAPE’s AK-1 Material Adapters facilitating the milling of custom titanium abutments with pre-mill CAD/CAM blanks from MEDENTiKA®, DESS®, and GeoMEDI®.

“The new DGSHAPE DWX-43W ushers in a new era of wet-milling capabilities, ease of use, and performance,” said Lisa Aguirre, Roland DGA’s Dental Marketing Manager. “It builds upon the award-winning technology of DGSHAPE’s previous wet milling solutions and offers even greater productivity, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. With its cutting-edge features and advancements that allow for higher quality, increased output, and greater profitability, this solution can help any dental business improve workflow, reduce costs, and exceed customer expectations.”

Like all DGSHAPE devices, the DWX-43W wet milling solution is built to provide unsurpassed precision and reliability over the long haul. Plus, for extra peace of mind, it’s backed up by a two-year manufacturer’s warranty and Roland DGA’s industry-best service and support.

 

To learn more about the new DWX-43W, visit https://www.rolanddga.com/DWX-43W. 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, 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.

Measles Cases and Outbreaks are on the Rise in the United States

 

A short post today simply because the information I want to provide you is in the link at the end here.  

With Secretary Robert Kennedy, Jr now in charge of HHS (Department of Health and Human Services), there have been a lot of stories in the mainstream news and a lot of concerns about where the US is heading as far as vaccines are concerned.  RFK Jr has not made it a secret that he has some 'less than mainstream' views on the subject.  He also has expressed a lot of concerns about community water fluoridation, but that's a post for another day...

Today's post is about measles.  The disease was pretty much eradicated through a vaccine program that has been deployed since the late 1950s.  Measles is incredibly infectious and epidemics of the virus were common before the vaccine was developed.  Since its mass deployment in the late 1960s, measles *was* almost unheard of.

Then came the 'vaccine scare' that most of us are familiar with where people used little to no science to frighten the public into thinking that vaccines... any vaccine, was dangerous and caused all kinds of problems in the children they were being administered to.  That non-science based scare program resulted in many parents refusing to have their children vaccinated.  Of course parents want to protect their children; its one of our most basic and important human traits.  The problem is that, due to the scare tactics, measles and other childhood diseases began to occur again.

Measles outbreaks were almost unheard of for several decades, but now the virus and its infection are on the rebound.  

Now to the meat of today's post.  The CDC (Centers for Disease Control) put an announcement up on March 21, 2025 to discuss the current measles outbreak in the United States.  As of March 20, 2025, CDC has tracked a total of 378 confirmed cases.  Because measles is so easy to be transferred, this kind of information is important for dentists to be aware of.  Head over to the CDC webpage and get this important info.

And if you are an info geek like I am, you'll probably enjoy reading the history of the measles vaccine on the WHO (World Health Organization) website.  The page also has a brief section on the debunked scientific paper that started the entire vaccine scare.  I found the info fascinating!

Proud to Announce My Affiliation with Bien Air Academy

 

For well over a decade I've been a huge fan of the Bien Air company.  I've been a fan of electric handpieces almost since they came on the market, but when I got a chance to test drive the Bien Air Optima system all those years ago, I was impressed.  Their handpieces are Swiss engineered and manufactured which means you can feel the quality from the moment you pick one up.

I could write for hours and probably not be able to include all the advantages that come from using electric handpieces.  However, probably the best proof of that was my experience from about a year ago.  It's a long story that I won't go into here, but I was forced to work with air driven handpieces for about a month.

Electric handpieces for me are sort of like the Internet.  By that I mean we often don't even think of how dependent we are on something until we don't have it.  During the four week 'no electric' time in my life I realized just how important electric handpieces are to me.

It seemed that every patient needed a replacement for an existing zirconia crown on a second molar.  Trying to remove one of those with air driven was a challenge and the lack of torque was eye opening for me.  Zirconia is a really difficult material to cut no matter what, but it was incredibly more difficult with an air driven system.  Cutting the groove to allow me to remove them took three to four times longer than normal.  I also found that simple things like crown preps and margin finishing was also much more difficult.  To sum it up,  I'm an even bigger fan of electric handpieces after that experience.

That's why I'm honored to be working with the Bien Air Academy to help bring that message to other doctors.  The academy is an online training portal that provides training and educational videos about the advantages and use of electric handpieces.  I'm soon going to be working on creating some 'over the shoulder' videos on dentaforms and different materials to help other doctors understand the advantages of electric handpieces.

The Bien Air Academy is already online so you can go there right now and see what they have to offer.  My videos will be recorded soon.  They aren't available just yet, but they'll be there sometime in the not too distant future.  Head on over to Bien Air Academy and check out what they currently have to offer.  I think you'll be happy with what they have so far!

Shining 3D AccuDesign Software Suite - Testing is about to Begin

 

As you regular readers know, I'm all in on 3D printing.  I've spent the last year and have continued into 2025 with a deep dive into the tech and all it can do.  It's been an incredible and enlightening journey.

The really interesting part of this exploration has been how these systems just keep getting better.  Often when technology is being developed we see a big splash as something enters the market and then there is a bit of a pause as users adopt.  This pause in progress allows a technology to gain a toehold in the market as users learn.  It also allows the companies to continue research & development to create progress.  After a year or so, there's a 'Version 2.0' and often the cycle repeats itself.  Every generation moves the technology forward and it becomes a cycle of develop, user adoption, repeat.

Interestingly enough, 3D printing hasn't necessarily followed that same normal cycle.  Instead, this tech keeps progressing at an amazingly fast rate.  The rapid progress and change I'm seeing isn't necessarily in the hardware.  Sure 3D printers are getting faster and more accurate, but that isn't the thing I'm talking about.  The more amazing changes and advances I'm seeing are in the design process.

I've always felt that the real pain point in adoption of this tech hasn't been hardware related.  It's always been pretty easy to print things.  No, the problem has always been in design.  It's been the process of actually creating the projects for the printer to fabricate that has kept people from adopting the tech.  Now it's easy to design projects and *that* is why I'm predicting that 3D printing is about to make a dramatic and massive change in dentistry.  

We all know that artificial intelligence has had a massive impact on our profession and our world.  It's become the 'secret sauce' that powers so much of our lives.  We often don't even realize it's there.  From a geek's perspective, AI is a lot like the code behind Java.  When Java came along, suddenly webpages became incredibly interactive.  It changed our lives, but other than the people who applied the code to those pages in the background, the end user only saw the end result.  Things got easier.  AI is a lot like that.

So what has this got to do with 3D printing?  Simply put, AI has greatly simplified the design process.  If Instagram required a user to have an in-depth knowledge of Photoshop, the number of users would be tiny.  But when you can take a photo with your phone and almost instantaneously send it to Instagram,  usage explodes.  No one has the time to be an expert in a particular software platform.  The secret is to make the user experience seamless *and* easy.

I'm now expanding my 3D printing horizons by working with more design and nesting systems.  This next endeavor is going to be with the design platform AccuDesign from Shining 3D.  For those of you who aren't familiar  with the company, they've been on the market for a while now, although probably not as long as some of the players that you've previously heard of.  However, that doesn't mean they are playing catch up.  No, that isn't the case at all.  Instead, like Athena being born fully formed and in armor from the skull of Zeus, Shining 3D came to market with an entire mature suite of products and solutions.  The company not only has a line of 3D printing solutions, they also have a complete line of digital dental solutions.  Add to that the fact that the company is celebrating it's 20th year in business and it's pretty easy to see that Shining 3D is poised to become an important part of the dental 3D industry.

The company has intraoral scanners, facial extraoral scanners, resins, as well as several 3D printers, and all the necessary hardware to complete 3D printed projects.  Shining 3D also has several other specialty divisions with a presence in medicine, metrology, and engineering.  My point in brining this up is that this  company has a serious presence in multiple professions and that means they have capital and strong research and development.

Their design software, AccuDesign is pretty slick.  While I'm not well versed in it... yet, it utilizes AI to simplify much of the design process as well as utilizing AI in the nesting process and even utilizes AI to help increase efficiency when printing multiple projects at the same time.  

Recently I've spent some time tinkering with AccuDesign, but I'm about to take one of my deep dives into the system.  I'll be posting more as I get some experience, but my initial take is really favorable.  I've been around enough of these systems to be able to tell that this one has some features that aren't readily available in other design suites out there.  Stay tuned for updates.  I'll be posting more of my experiences and projects as I get more experience with this design system.

Also, this year I'm doing a series of lectures in Las Vegas on 3D printing and all the things it can do for your dental practice.  The best part of these lectures is that they are two days in length.  I promise they won't be boring!  That's mainly because one and a half of those days will be spent giving you hands-on time with design software and the 3D printing hardware.  I'm partnering with Medidenta on these courses and they will be at Medidenta's headquarters in Las Vegas.  The company has put a serious amount of resources into building a classroom that not only allows you to listen to lectures, it also allows attendees to *use the equipment*.  If you have an interest in learning  all about 3D printing, you can get 16 hours of CE from the course.  My goal is for you to leave with the knowledge and capabilities to 3D print with confidence the day equipment arrives in your office.

You don't have to have a 3D printer to attend.  In fact, I'd prefer you NOT have a printer.  Rather than buy something, learn to use it, and try to implement it... my idea is for you to learn what you need to know and *then* decide to make a purchase afterwards.  So plan on coming out to Las Vegas on June 21-22, 2025 and learn how 3D printing can change your office in so, so many ways.  For more info, click this link.  If you're interested in other courses offered by other incredible and well known presenters, follow this link for all the courses Medidenta has planned.  If you have any questions or would like more info on my Medidenta courses, please leave a comment and I'll try and give you my very best answers.  One thing I can guarantee is that if you attend, we are going to have fun!

Overjet Announces Dental Clarity Network to Streamline Benefits for Patients

 

Here's some cool news.  As we all know, AI isn't just about reading radiographs.  Although there's been a great deal of focus on that in the industry.  AI has lots of other uses and while radiography has gotten the bulk of the focus and promotion in dentistry, there are other ways to utilize the tech to benefit dentistry.

For instance, Pearl is best known for their AI platform Second Opinion, but the company also provides AI analytical tools for offices under the product name Practice Intelligence.

And while Overjet is known for it's product called Iris the company is also working on other ways to help doctors utilize AI to benefit their offices and patients.  Today's post is an announcement by Overjet about one of those new systems.

The company has a pretty impressive announcement about the Dental Clarity Network.  Read on for all the details...

 

In partnership with leading dental providers and insurers, Overjet will give patients instant clarity on their treatment costs and coverage — while they’re still in the chair.

Overjet, the world-leader in dental AI, today announced the launch of the Dental Clarity Network (DCN). The DCN is a group of major companies across the dental care system that are using cutting-edge technology to improve the patient experience, while removing friction between payers and providers.

The group’s first initiative is introducing ReviewPASS: A technology that lets providers know that they’ll be skipping the manual insurance review process for a wide range of procedures. Today, 63% of patients say they’ve felt “confused and uncertain” about the costs of dental work, according to an Overjet survey of more than 1,000 US adults. ReviewPASS addresses this long-standing challenge by enabling patients to confidently understand and use their dental benefits in real time. The result is confidence — for both patients and dentists — in the nature and speed of future reimbursement.
Many of the largest dental providers and insurers have already joined the Dental Clarity Network. Overjet’s founding partners include MetLife, Humana, Guardian, Dental Care Alliance, The Smilist Dental, North American Dental Group, InterDent, and CORDENTAL GROUP. Overjet expects ReviewPASS to be in live testing with at least 5 of the top 20 US dental insurers by mid-2025. Across the board, these partners are playing a critical role in developing the new technology and processes that enable patients to instantly understand their benefits coverage — without needing to wait for clinical review of their claims.

“We’re thrilled to partner with innovators who want to move the dental industry forward on insurance reimbursement and eliminate a key pain point for everyone,” said Overjet CEO Wardah Inam. “Cross-industry problems require cross-industry solutions. Overjet and our partners are committed to using technology to advance patient oral health.”

ReviewPASS is the first real-time, upfront service that indicates an insurance claim will bypass clinical review by dental consultants. It covers reviews on more than 300 dental procedures, including higher-cost procedures frequently reviewed by insurers such as crowns, core buildups, impactions, scaling and root planing, and implants. ReviewPASS also automates the assembly of needed documentation to lower administrative burden on dental practices. Importantly, ReviewPASS never denies inquiries; it does provide tips on helpful documents to support benefits approvals.

“We’re focused on ensuring patients have access to the dental care needed to support their well-being, without the concern of receiving a surprise bill,” said Dr. Pete Fuentes, Chief Dental Officer at MetLife. “In collaboration with Overjet, MetLife will support cost transparency by offering policyholders real-time chairside understanding of dental coverage based on the treatment plan and documentation provided by their dentist. In return, providers will understand any gaps in documentation upfront and can be paid faster.”

Overjet launched ReviewPASS in private beta testing in February 2025, with a plan to scale up the technology for industry-wide use later in 2025. If an instant ReviewPASS response is not possible without more information, dentists can still go through existing processes with insurers.

“Patients deserve to have confidence in their insurance benefits coverage when they move forward with dental care,” said Andrew Mintz, CEO of The Smilist Dental. “But today, the process of getting a traditional predetermination often takes weeks. Ultimately, ReviewPASS will allow us to give patients clarity on their costs upfront — so they can schedule or even complete care on the same day. It’s a big step forward for dentistry.”

Dental offices can join the waitlist for ReviewPASS and learn more by visiting Overjet.com/ReviewPASS.

About Overjet
Overjet is the world-leader in dental AI. Founded by experts from MIT and Harvard University, Overjet builds artificial intelligence that helps dental organizations give patients the highest quality of care. Our technology is FDA-cleared to detect, outline, and quantity major oral health conditions — so that dentists can detect pathologies with precision and educate patients with confidence. To learn more, visit Overjet.com.

About MetLife

MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET), through its subsidiaries and affiliates (“MetLife”), is one of the world’s leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to help individual and institutional customers build a more confident future. Founded in 1868, MetLife has operations in more than 40 markets globally and holds leading positions in the United States, Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East. For more information, visit www.metlife.com.

About Guardian
Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence. Guardian, which is based in New York City, is a leading provider of life, disability, dental, and other benefits, and has received accolades for its culture and service. Our colleagues and financial professionals serve with care and experience, and our commitments rest on a strong financial foundation, which included a 2025 dividend allocation of $1.6 billion — the largest in the company's history. For more information, visit guardianlife.com or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

About Dental Care Alliance
Dental Care Alliance’s mission is to advance the practice of dentistry by partnering with and supporting dental professionals to create a lifetime of healthy smiles. DCA currently supports over 400 allied practices and supports over 900 dentists across 24 states. DCA’s allied practices represent all dental specialties and treat patients under more than 150 brand names. Learn more at dentalcarealliance.com.

About North American Dental Group
Established in 2008, North American Dental Group (NADG) is a dental services organization that supports more than 220 affiliated practices across 15 states in their mission to provide best-of-class dental care to every patient at every visit. NADG is a doctor-led organization with a culture of dentistry driven by a patient-centric approach. The affiliated dentists, who comprise the Professional Dental Alliance group, advance patient care through technology, data, compassion and thoughtful patient education. For more information, please visit www.nadentalgroup.com.

About The Smilist Dental

The Smilist was founded in 2014 to create a dental organization with a strong consumer brand that offers exceptional patient experiences. Since its founding, The Smilist has rapidly grown to be one of the leading dental support organizations in the Northeast supporting over 90 locations with over 1,700 employees in 7 states. To learn more, visit www.thesmilist.com.

About CORDENTAL Group

CORDENTAL Group® is a dental support organization that brings together some of the best dental practices within the Mid-Atlantic, Midwestern and Southeastern United States as an industry leading DSO. Founded upon strong guiding principles, CORDENTAL promotes a dentist-centric approach that allows dentists and their teams to concentrate on what they do best — provide the highest level of quality clinical care to their patients. For additional information on CORDENTAL Group®, visit the Company’s website at www.cordentalgroup.com.

About InterDent

InterDent supports over 160 dental practices across eight states, employing more than 450 dentists. Gentle Dental®, Blue Oak Dental®, and Smile Keepers provide comprehensive care, including general, cosmetic, and specialty dentistry. For more information, visit www.interdent.com or www.interdent.com/gentle-dental. 

2025 Dental Industry Outlook: 60% of Practices Report Same-Store Growth, Defying Economic Uncertainty

 

Some interesting information today courtesy of Planet DDS.  The company provides a Cloud based practice management system that has gained some serious traction.  They also feature integration with Pearl's radiographic AI system called Second Opinion.  

I think anyone who is involved with the numbers end of a dental practice will be able to glean some pretty good info from this report.  A big thank you to Planet DDS for putting this report together and providing it to the profession.

Newly released industry data shows that 60% of practices saw same-store production growth in 2024, despite economic challenges. Based on operational data from 3,400 practices, the first-of-its-kind 2025 Dental Industry Outlook report breaks down key trends in case acceptance, patient volume, and revenue growth, giving DSOs and multi-location practices a clearer picture of where they stand. Beyond the numbers, the report explores broader industry shifts, including workforce trends, emerging technologies, and insights from over 20 industry leaders.

Treatment Case Acceptance & Completion Rates

Nearly half (49%) of practices had case acceptance rates between 40% and 70%.

However, the average case completion rate was 42%, reflecting how cost, urgency, and patient understanding of their treatment plan impact follow-through.

Patient Volume & Scheduling Efficiency

• Patient volume varies significantly by practice size: 41.2% of practices see fewer than 19 new patients per month, while 16.6% report more than 80 new patient visits per month—a disparity driven by provider capacity, service offerings, and appointment availability.
• 15.5% of patients cancel appointments in advance, impacting scheduling efficiency.
• 7.4% of patients fail to show up without notice, creating revenue losses and operational inefficiencies.

Revenue & Practice Performance

• 60% of practices reported year-over-year same-store production growth in 2024, defying economic uncertainty. An analysis of 2,200 practices on Denticon practice management for at least 24 months reveals steady performance gains comparing 2023 quarterly data to 2024:
• Q1 2024: 2.4% growth
• Q2 2024: 3.2% growth
• Q3 2024: 5.5% growth
• Q4 2024: 4.6% growth

• Average daily gross production per provider:

• $1,058 per hygienist
• $3,815 per dentist
• $8,436 per practice

“The dental industry is transforming before our eyes,” said AJ Acierno, President of Clinical Operations at Smile Brands. “Advancements in AI, automation, and integrated platforms are reshaping everything from patient care to operational efficiency. DSOs that embrace these innovations are not just adapting; they’re leading the way in improving patient outcomes, streamlining workflows, and driving sustainable growth. The insights in this report provide a clear roadmap for navigating this evolution.”

Beyond the Numbers: Expert Insights & Market Trends

In addition, the 2025 Dental Industry Outlook extends beyond performance metrics and features insights from industry leaders, technology experts, and business strategists on the future of dentistry. The report covers the changing workforce, emerging technologies, and strategic business trends that are reshaping practice management and patient care. A few key highlights include:

- Shifting demographics: The report highlights the growing presence of women in dentistry, with 57% of dentists entering the field now female, a significant change that is influencing practice leadership and patient care dynamics.

- Dental hygiene trends: The dental hygienist shortage remains a pressing challenge, with 91% of practices struggling to hire hygienists and wages increasing by as much as 20% since 2000.

The 2025 Dental Industry Outlook was unveiled at the recent Planet DDS Orbit Conference in March 2025 and will be published by Planet DDS annually to provide ongoing benchmark data for DSOs and multi-location practices.

"The 2025 Dental Industry Outlook serves as a strategic compass, offering unprecedented visibility into key practice metrics," said Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS. "It provides a clear picture of where the industry is and where it's headed, and we hope that practices will use these insights to measure their performance and identify opportunities for growth."

To download the full report, visit 2025 Dental Industry Outlook.

Methodology & Data Collection

The datasets presented in the report are cited accordingly, including from the analysis of 3,400 practices on Denticon practice management solution. The data review process involved quantitative and qualitative analysis, data mapping, statistical modeling, normalization, anonymization, and validation.

About Planet DDS

Planet DDS is a leading provider of a platform of cloud-based solutions that empowers growth-minded dental businesses. Now serving over 13,000 practices and 118,000 customers in North America, Planet DDS delivers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including Denticon Practice Management, Cloud 9 Ortho Practice Management, Apteryx Cloud Imaging, and Planet DDS Practice Marketing. Planet DDS is dedicated to enabling dental support organizations (DSOs) and groups to grow and thrive with technology that delivers seamless integrations, improved workflows, and future-proof scalability. To learn more, visit: Planet DDS.

If you are part of the dental profession, no one needs to tell you that things change pretty quickly.  The progress in the industry and the profession is akin to a 'moving sidewalk' where, if you aren't continuously moving forward, you're moving backward.

However, good education can be difficult to obtain.  In person events can mean travel or at least closing the office while the team attends.  That means expenses continue while also paying for education.  One of the silver linings of the Covid debacle was that it forced tech developers to create efficient ways for people to hold virtual meetings.

Today's post is about a new learning platform for virtual education.  Read on for the details.

New partnership expands access to elite dental training nationwide, connecting thousands of dental professionals through innovative technology

The American Dental Institute has long been recognized for its state-of-the-art dental lab, which offers unparalleled hands-on training for dental professionals. However, until now, this world-class education has been limited to those able to attend in person. Through FanHero's innovative platform, ADI will now be able to offer:

• Nationwide Access: Bringing ADI’s elite training and customized programming to dental professionals anywhere in the U.S.
• Interactive Learning: Engaging content delivery through virtual workshops, live events, and on-demand courses.
• Community Building: A dedicated space for dentists to connect, share knowledge, and grow together.

"We are thrilled to partner with the American Dental Institute to bring their exceptional educational offerings to a broader audience," said Humberto Farias, CEO of FanHero. "Their commitment to excellence in dental education aligns perfectly with our mission to empower organizations with the tools they need to build stronger communities. This partnership enables ADI to connect with dentists across the country in new and innovative ways."

Professional development and continuous learning in dentistry is integral to moving the industry forward. This partnership with FanHero will enable ADI to expand these offerings to include online courses, virtual workshops, and live events that can be accessed by licensed dentists from anywhere in the country. The community of dentists within the platform will help ADI build customized content based on their day-to-day needs and fresh perspectives on best practices in the industry.

"This partnership with FanHero is a game-changer for us," said Guilherme Teles, CEO of the American Dental Institute. "We have always been passionate about providing the highest quality dental education, and now, with FanHero's support, we can extend our reach and impact to dentists across the nation. We're excited to see this collaboration transform how we engage with our community."

For more information about this partnership and how it will benefit dental professionals, visit www.fanhero.com and www.americandentalinstitute.com.

About American Dental Institute:

American Dental Institute is a premier dental education facility located in Orlando, Florida, dedicated to providing cutting-edge training and continuing education for dental professionals. Known for its state-of-the-art lab and commitment to excellence, ADI is at the forefront of dental education in the United States. 

About FanHero:

Established in 2016, FanHero has swiftly transitioned from app development for celebrities to a pioneering force in the video technology realm. Renowned for its innovative white-label live streaming and OTT solutions, the company has garnered accolades, including being named among the top 10 fastest-growing startups at SXSW in 2017. FanHero's intuitive platform, tailored for both on-demand and live content, empowers creators and businesses globally, ensuring seamless video experiences. With its expansion in 2020, it now offers a robust cloud-based video platform, trusted by clients worldwide for reliability and performance.

ADA highlights health policy issues in letter to RFK Jr.

 

Today's post is short, because the majority of what you need to know is available in the link at the bottom of this post.

Another post about the ADA here.  As I've said a lot on the blog over the years, dentistry needs a unified voice to speak for us.  That's especially true when public health in concerned.  There are several issues that are facing dentistry currently and many of them also impact the overall public health of the patients we serve.

On March 5th, the American Dental Association sent a letter to Robert Kennedy, Jr who is serving as the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.  The March 5 letter states that oral health is a critical component of overall health and that addressing challenges in this area will lead to improvements in the well-beings of Americans.  

Rather than summarizing this pretty important letter, I'd prefer that all of you please read it in its entirety.  The letter is nine pages long, but covers many issues both doctors and patients need to be aware of.  The ADA has make the letter available via pdf format.  The letter can be read and/or downloaded at this link.  

I'd like to say a big thank you to the ADA.  We need a unified voice in dentistry.

Philips Zoom! Delivered Professional Whitening Solutions Delivered Straight to Patients’ Homes

 

Philips has recently announced a new whitening service that greatly simplifies the whole process of in-home whitening.  Since in-home whitening was created, it's always been a system that is fairly work intensive for the dental office.

The process involved:

1. Taking impressions
2. Pouring models
3. Separating models from the impressions
4. Trimming the models
5. Creating vacuum formed trays
6. Finishing and polishing the trays
7. Delivering the trays and educating patients on the whitening process

Now that intraoral scanning has made serious inroads into dental practices, many offices are no longer taking many impressions.  Many offices are also taking intraoral scans in hygiene as part of the new patient intake process and storing them as part of the patient record.

While scanning is much easier and less messy than traditional impressions wouldn't it be great to take that process and apply it into the home whitening process?

That's exactly what Philips has done with Philips Zoom! Delivered.  The office simply sends the full mouth scans to Philips and they do the rest.  Philips has set up a dental lab that will receive the scans and use them to create the custom trays.  They then send the patient their custom trays as part of a complete kit with everything needed as well as instructions.

Basically the dental office captures the scan, sends it to Philips, and everything else is taken care of.  The patient receives the kit at their home and they can get started right away.  Faster, easier, and fewer appointments.

If you'd like more details or to get your office setup for Philips Zoom Delivered!  Just follow this link.  

Inflatrix Revolutionizes Restorative Dentistry with Single-Use Inflatable Dental Matrix; Pre-Orders Now Open

 

Inflatrix, a disruptive innovation in dental restorative procedures, today announced the availability of pre-orders for its revolutionary single-use inflatable dental matrix. Developed by Dr. Mark Thoreson in Wyoming, Inflatrix promises to significantly increase patient comfort and streamline dental procedures.

Inflatrix addresses the long-standing challenge of gum trauma and post-operative soreness associated with traditional dental matrices. This innovative device utilizes air and water pressure to hold itself in place, providing a gentle and effective tooth separation for proximal contact creation. Crafted from soft, biocompatible materials, Inflatrix eliminates the need for multiple components like wedges, rings, bands, simplifying ordering, stocking, and chairside use.

"We are thrilled to introduce Inflatrix to the dental community," said Dr. Mark Thoreson, creator of Inflatrix. "Our goal was to create a solution that prioritizes patient comfort without compromising procedural efficiency. Inflatrix achieves just that, leading to increased patient satisfaction and trust."

Key benefits of Inflatrix include:

• Enhanced Patient Comfort:** Soft, one-piece design minimizes gum trauma and post-operative soreness.
• Increased Efficiency:** Simplified placement reduces procedure time.
• Streamlined Workflow:** Eliminates the need for multiple components, simplifying ordering, stocking, and chairside use.
• Improved Patient Trust:** Comfortable procedures build trust and confidence and lead to increased profitability.
• Cost-Effective:** Highly competitive price per use compared to traditional systems.

Clinical feedback has been overwhelmingly positive:

•  “Inflatrix is easy to use and delivers the same results I get with my current metal bands and wedges. I use a laser and don’t always give shots, and I know Inflatrix is comfortable for my patients.” – Dr. DS, Wyoming
• “Inflatrix is a great step forward for simplicity and patient comfort. My results are as good as with my current system, but more comfortable.” – Dr. LA, Ohio
• I think Inflatrix is a great alternative to the old-style metal bands, reducing trauma to the gums.” – Dr. CH, South Dakota
• See Dr John Fluke’s blog about Inflatrix:  https://blog.denticle.com posted on Feb 3, 2025.
• See Inflatrix featured in the drbicuspid.com report, “What’s New at the CDS 2025 Midwinter Meeting” 

Inflatrix is designed for Restorative Dentists and Pedodontists seeking to enhance patient experiences and improve practice profitability.

Pre-orders are now being accepted at www.inflatrix.com.

**About Inflatrix:**

Inflatrix, based in Gillette, Wyoming, is dedicated to developing innovative dental solutions that prioritize patient comfort and procedural efficiency. Created by Dr. Mark Thoreson, Inflatrix is committed to transforming restorative dentistry with its groundbreaking single-use inflatable dental matrix.

**Contact:**

Dr. Mark Thoreson

drmark@inflatrix.com

360.286.6114

www.inflatrix.com

ADA joins coalition opposing widespread tariffs on dental products

 

Dentistry needs an organized, unified voice that speaks for the profession.  That voice is the ADA.  Yesterday the association released the following statement about the proposed tariffs on goods coming into the United States.  Situations like this are why ADA membership is *so* critically important for the profession.  It's also why I have been a member my entire career. 

The ADA and other dental industry groups warned President Trump in a letter that tariffs on dental products could increase costs and limit the availability of essential supplies for dental care in the U.S. 

In the March 4 letter, the ADA, the Dental Trade Alliance and the National Association of Dental Laboratories urge the Trump administration to exclude medical devices and other critical supplies used in dentistry from additional duties and to roll back existing tariffs on these products. 

The letter highlights how the Dental Trade Alliance imports key dental products — such as raw materials, tools, instruments and equipment — that are now subject to additional tariffs. Many of these products are impacted by a 10% tariff on Chinese-origin goods, with potential 25% duties on imports from Mexico and Canada. 

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Feb. 13 issuing tariffs on goods coming into the U.S. from China, Canada and Mexico. According to a statement from the White House, the tariffs are to pressure the three countries into mitigating fentanyl and immigrants from entering the U.S. and will not cease until “the crisis is alleviated.”

The coalition warns that these tariffs will lead to increased costs for dental professionals, many of whom run small businesses. According to the letter, The financial burden could force dental practices to reduce staff, delay expansion, or discontinue certain products, ultimately raising the cost of patient care, according to the letter, which was signed by ADA Interim Executive Director Betsy Shapiro, D.D.S., J.D., Bennett Napier, executive director of the National Association of Dental Laboratories, and Greg Chavez, CEO of the Dental Trade Alliance. 

“These increased costs will negatively impact oral health in the U.S.,” the letter states. “Higher dental costs result in fewer patients seeking care. Patients, already facing rising healthcare costs for non-tariff reasons, will ultimately experience greater out-of-pocket expenses as additional duties drive up the cost of dental equipment and materials.” 

The letter further warns that delaying routine dental care due to rising costs could lead to more severe oral health issues going undiagnosed, increasing long-term health care costs. The coalition is urging policymakers to reconsider the impact of these tariffs on oral healthcare providers and their patients. 

123Dentist Expands AI Integration with VideaHealth to Elevate Patient Care and Empower Dental Professionals

 

Another announcement of AI making inroads into clinical dentistry.  We're rapidly approaching a tipping point where AI offices out number those without.

123Dentist, a leader in the Canadian dental industry, is expanding its adoption of AI in its clinical operations by implementing VideaHealth's AI solution across its network. This initiative enhances diagnostic accuracy, empowers clinicians, and improves patient engagement through cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI).

 "AI in dentistry is designed to enhance, not replace, doctor expertise. It's a clinical tool that will help our doctors support their clinical diagnosis and discussions with patients, said Dr. Naveen Verma, Senior Vice President of Clinical Growth at 123Dentist. "VideaAI by VideaHealth supports our clinical teams by fostering patient trust through case presentation."

 Empowering Dental Professionals Through AI

123Dentist's approach to AI integration focuses on enhancing both clinical excellence and patient trust. Rather than automating care, the company is investing in human-AI collaboration, where AI serves as a support system for dental professionals. By integrating VideaAI, 123Dentist provides:

• Enhanced clinical confidence: AI-assisted diagnostics help dentists refine their diagnoses and treatment plans, reducing uncertainty and ensuring precision.
• Seamless workflow support: AI-driven insights allow clinicians to streamline case reviews, ensuring efficient and patient-focused care.
• A second set of eyes: VideaHealth AI acts as an extra layer of diagnostic assurance, reinforcing decision-making while allowing clinicians to focus on patient relationships.

 Transforming the Patient Experience

Beyond enhancing clinical efficiency, VideaAI is reshaping patient interactions, fostering greater engagement and trust in dental care. By providing real-time insights directly on X-rays, AI empowers patients to take a more active role in their oral health.    

• Visual clarity for patients: AI-powered feedback highlights areas of concern in an easy-to-understand format, improving patient comprehension and reducing skepticism.
• Strengthened patient trust: The transparency of AI-assisted diagnostics fosters more collaborative discussions between patients and their providers.
• Informed decision-making: With AI-supported explanations, patients feel more confident about treatment plans, leading to higher case acceptance and long-term oral health benefits.

 "AI is a powerful tool, but it's the human connection that drives exceptional care," said Dr. Verma. " VideaHealth stood out as our AI partner of choice for its ability to drive technology adoption in doctor-led organizations and provide real results that improve patient satisfaction. By integrating VideaAI into our practices, we're ensuring that technology enhances—not replaces—the clinician-patient relationship."

 Strategic Collaboration with VideaHealth

123Dentist has partnered with VideaHealth to integrate AI into its workflow, ensuring that clinicians remain in control of decision-making while leveraging AI to enhance diagnostic accuracy and streamline patient communication.

 "123Dentist is setting new standards for AI-assisted dentistry," said Florian Hillen, Founder and CEO of VideaHealth. "Our mission is to transform dental care through AI, empowering dentists to advance diagnostics and enhance the patient experience. We're proud to support 123Dentist's commitment to innovation and patient-first care."

 About 123Dentist

123Dentist is one of Canada's largest dental support organizations, providing operational and administrative support to a network of 400+ clinics nationwide. Committed to patient-first care, clinical innovation, and empowering dental professionals, 123Dentist continues to integrate leading-edge solutions to elevate the standard of care.

 

Guardian Dentistry Partners Taps Planet DDS and Pearl to Power AI-Driven Dental Innovation

 

AI in dentistry keeps growing and growing.  It's become one of the hottest tech markets in the industry.  We're seeing new things are the near horizon, like AI evaluations of CBCT, but we're also seeing greater and greater market penetration of AI evaluation of standard 2D radiographs like bitewings and PAs.  The market has moved way beyond the early adopter phase as more and more practices adopt the tech.  We're also seeing more and more practice management systems integrating AI straight into their systems.

The latest example of this is Guardian Denistry bringing PlanetDDS and with its Pearl integration into their fold.  Read on the details of how Guardian is incorporating PlanetDDS and Pearl into their workflows.

Guardian Dentistry Partners (GDP), a leading dental partnership organization (DPO) has selected Denticon, the industry-leading cloud-based practice management solution by Planet DDS and Pearl, the global leader in dental AI solutions, for its rapidly expanding network of 160+ supported practices. Through this partnership, Guardian Dentistry Partners seeks to modernize and tech-enable their fast-growing network of practices.

Pearl’s AI-powered Second Opinion and Practice Intelligence solutions will be natively integrated within the Denticon practice management solution and Apteryx imaging solution—marking the first large-scale deployment of a fully integrated, end-to-end AI-powered practice management and imaging system.

“AI is transforming dentistry by providing clinicians with advanced tools that enhance accuracy and efficiency,” said Danny Kawas, Chief Executive Officer and Founding Partner of GDP. “With AI-powered insights, our teams can diagnose conditions earlier, improve treatment planning, and deliver superior patient outcomes. Our investment in Denticon and Pearl marks the beginning of our journey toward a fully AI-powered future in dental care.”

By integrating AI across its practice management and imaging systems, GDP is unifying operations on a single platform, gaining deeper insights, streamlining workflows, and enhancing the overall patient experience. The cloud-based Denticon platform eliminates traditional hardware constraints, allowing GDP’s supported practices to focus on delivering superior clinical care. With Pearl’s AI seamlessly embedded, GDP clinicians gain real-time, AI-driven insights for earlier diagnosis, optimized treatment planning, and enhanced patient outcomes.

“GDP is setting a new standard for technology-driven dental care, and we applaud their commitment to innovation,” said Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS. “We couldn’t agree more with GDP’s belief that great partners beget great partners. We’re committed to being that partner—delivering the integrations and solutions they need to scale and thrive.”

“Pearl is committed to advancing dentistry through AI, improving decision-making and efficiency at every level,” said Ophir Tanz, CEO and founder of Pearl. “This partnership with Planet DDS delivers the industry’s most comprehensive AI benefits to dental practices, empowering GDP to set a new benchmark for AI-driven patient care and operational excellence.”

This announcement follows the Planet DDS launch of AI Assist last month, which introduced Pearl’s AI-powered clinical insights directly into Denticon, further streamlining practice operations and decision-making.

“At GDP, we are committed to equipping our supported practices with the most advanced technology to drive efficiency, elevate patient care, and support our teams. Our investment in Denticon and Pearl AI is a game-changer, positioning us at the forefront of AI-driven dental innovation,” said Frank Fortino, Chief Technology Officer at GDP.

With AI-driven practice management and imaging, GDP is leading the next era of dental innovation—equipping providers with advanced tools to enhance diagnostics, improve efficiency, and elevate patient care in the communities they serve.

For more information, visit Pearl and Planet DDS.

About Guardian Dentistry Partners

Founded in 2018 by a group of passionate dentists and a family office, Guardian Dentistry Partners is a premier Dental Partnership Network dedicated to providing world-class support services and growth opportunities for its network of dentist partners. Guardian Dentistry Partners has expanded rapidly and now supports dental entrepreneurs in Alabama, D.C., Florida, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia. Guardian Dentistry Partners’ mission is to help its dental partners and teams build the practices of our collective dreams. For more information, visit Guardian Dentistry Partners.

About Planet DDS

Planet DDS is a leading provider of a platform of cloud-based solutions that empowers growth-minded dental businesses. Now serving over 13,000 practices and 118,000 customers in North America, Planet DDS delivers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including Denticon Practice Management, Cloud 9 Ortho Practice Management, Apteryx Cloud Imaging, and Planet DDS Practice Marketing. Planet DDS is dedicated to enabling dental support organizations (DSOs) and groups to grow and thrive with technology that delivers seamless integrations, improved workflows, and future-proof scalability.

About Pearl

Pearl is an AI-driven company committed to enhancing patient care in dentistry. Founded in 2019 by a team with decades of experience developing successful, enterprise-grade computer vision solutions, Pearl introduced the first-ever FDA-cleared AI capable of reading and instantly identifying diseases in dental x-rays. With regulatory clearance in 120 countries, Pearl's AI assists dentists in making precise clinical decisions and effectively communicating with patients, thereby transforming the dental care experience worldwide. As dentistry’s global AI leader, Pearl is committed to the ongoing innovation of robust, accessible AI tools that improve patient health outcomes and build greater trust in dental medicine. To request a demo, please visit www.hellopearl.com/getdemo.

Testing DEXIS IS 3800W Starting Soon

 

I've been working with intraoral scanners (IOS) for well over two decades.  I actually started way back when with the original CEREC 2.  As a small indication of how long ago that was, the unit actually booted with a *floppy disk*... remember those?... maybe not.  Anyway, I've been using this tech almost since its inception.  The great thing about that is simply I've seen it from almost the ground up.

IOS has made astounding advances over the years.  Scanners have gotten faster, more accurate, easy to use, and smaller.  In the last couple of years we've seen AI begin to enter into this area of clinical practice and now the devices aren't just incredible, they're smart.

In November I was contacted by DEXIS regarding testing and evaluating their IOS system.  I recently received their current top of the line scanner, the DEXIS IS 3800W.  This device is their flagship scanner and it is *wireless*.

One of the great things about working and using products from a company like DEXIS is their size and stability.  They have the teams in place for product development and can afford to take their time and not put anything on the market until they *know* it's going to work and work well.

Last week I spent about three hours with a trainer who brought me up to speed on the IS 3800W and its software.  A few years ago DEXIS created an imaging platform called DTX Studio.  The idea behind it was to streamline imaging and create a workflow that makes anything dealing with dental imaging seamless.  To be clear, it's not simply a cloud storage solution, but integrates digital treatment planning as well.  The idea is that DTX Studio is a single solution for anything you might want to do with a digital image or dataset.

Since IOS systems are, in their most basic sense, imaging devices, DEXIS not only uses DTX Studio as the place for photos, 2D radiographs, CBCT volumes, and intraoral photos but also stores the scans generated by their scanners.  They have designed DTX Studio to hold scanning data and then send that info to selected 3D printers or to a doctor's preferred lab(s).

In the coming weeks I'll be using the system both in testing and live with patients.  As always I'll report back here with my experiences and thoughts.

Stay tuned...

VELMENI® Introduces New AI tools for Dentists at Chicago MidWinter Meeting

In Chicago last week, I attended a press conference hosted by VELMENI® a company that is set to make a major splash in the dental industry.  I sent out an Instagram post about the event (in case you missed it).   

In the fall of 2024 I got a chance to get an impressive demo of the product on a Zoom meeting with the company.  I found out about VELMENI® from my friend Dr. Dale Miles.  Dr. Miles is a world renowned oral and maxillofacial radiologist and an incredible resource for me on all things dealing with radiology.  He is consulting with the company and I can tell you that if he is involved, this system is going to incredible.

When I saw the demo, I was impressed.  As most of you know, I'm all in on using AI for better diagnosis and treatment planning.  However, the dental industry has really only seen AI being applied to 2D radiographs.  I was aware that several companies were developing systems for 3D and I knew it was only a matter of time before this next big tech jump hit the industry.

I've seen demos of some other dental 3D AI systems, but the companies were not quite ready to enter the market.  We are about to see that change dramatically and I'm confident that one of the major players in this space is going to be VELMENI®.  Their 3D Verify™ product is pretty slick.  I also like the business model of "pay per scan" so that anyone can use that portion of their product portfolio easily, affordably, and without a monthly fee to access it.

The company's CEO Mini Suri, is a very bright and driven lady.  She's worked in AI for a significant amount of time.  She started in the world of finance helping implement AI and also worked on the AI portion of Uber.  That background gives her a great understanding of how this technology works 'under the hood'.

Today's post deals mainly with their 3D Verify™ product, but the company is developing a whole suite of products that is looking to take AI in dentistry to the next level.  Be sure to remember this company because I'm sure you're going to be hearing a lot about them in the future.

VELMENI to Quality Control CBCT Scans for Implant Cases

VELMENI, a leader in artificial intelligence for dental imaging, debutED its 2D and groundbreaking 3D Verify™ technology at the Chicago Midwinter Dental Meeting. This AI-powered solution addresses a critical issue in CBCT imaging: Studies show that 60% of 3D images have errors, leading to workflow inefficiencies and expensive retakes. 

VELMENI 3D Verify™ is the first AI imaging solution that validates CBCT scans in real time. Dentists catch errors immediately, streamline case planning, and improve clinical outcomes. 

3D Verify helps prevent costly delays and ensures greater precision in implant placement. 

“With 3D Verify, dentists no longer have to second-guess their CBCT images or deal with the inefficiencies of incorrect scans,” says Mini Suri, CEO and Founder of VELMENI. “Real-time verification gives clinicians confidence in their imaging and treatment planning.” 

3D Verify is offered on a “pay-as-you-scan” model, making it accessible to all dentists regardless of volume. While the various VELMENI applications complement each other, 3D Verify is a standalone solution, providing flexibility for dental professionals. 

“3D Verify has transformed my CBCT imaging process. Real-time verification helps me catch and fix issues instantly, eliminating errors, retakes, and frustration for my team and patients. It’s a game-changer for precise and efficient implant planning,” explains Maxine Feinberg, DDS and Chief Strategy Officer for VELMENI. 

In addition to launching 3D Verify, VELMENI showcased its other AI-driven dental solutions, including: 

• VELMENI EasyRiter® – a web-based decision support system that simplifies CBCT interpretation and makes it easy to generate detailed anatomical reports. 
• VELMENI for Dentists® – An FDA-approved AI tool for analyzing 2D dental X-rays. The AI detects pathologies that even experienced clinicians miss. 
• “As a follower of the latest advances in digital dentistry, I’m keeping my eye on VELMENI, watch, you will see,” says Ed Zuckerberg, DDS, renowned dentist and key advisor to VELMENI. 

For more information, visit https://velmeni.ai 

About VELMENI 

VELMENI, a global leader in dental artificial intelligence, is transforming patient care for payers and providers with innovative AI solutions. VELMENI for Dentists integrates seamlessly into practice management and dental imaging software, enhances diagnostic accuracy, streamlines administrative workflows, and improves patient acceptance. VELMENI’s solutions have been embraced by dental professionals across the US, Canada, New Zealand, South America, and beyond. VELMENI is the first dental AI approved by the FDA to detect pathologies in panoramic X-rays and also has Canadian MDEL and New Zealand Medsafe clearances. 

During CDS 2025, CareStack Showcased the Newest AI-led Upgrades to its Cloud-Based Practice Management System

 

CareStack, a leading provider of AI-led all-in-one cloud-based dental practice management solutions, demonstrated the latest AI enhancements to its all-in-one practice management platform during the recent Chicago Midwinter Meeting.

Designed to streamline operations and improve patient experiences, CareStack’s fully integrated, cloud-native solution eliminates the need for multiple software systems, providing dental practices with a seamless approach to scheduling, charting, billing, patient engagement, and revenue cycle management.

“With the future of software being redefined by AI, we were thrilled to showcase the latest AI-led advancements in our platform during the Chicago Midwinter Meeting,” said CareStack CEO Abhi Krishna.” These updates reinforce our commitment to push the boundaries of what’s possible in dental practice management, offering cutting-edge features that enhance efficiency, drive revenue, and improve the patient experience.”

During the  Midwinter Meeting, CareStack highlighted its newest platform enhancements, including:

• AI-Powered Automation: Smarter workflows for scheduling, billing, and revenue optimization.
• AI-led Imaging: A new imaging system built to bring in advanced clinical decision support to offices.
• AI-powered clinical workflows: Assisted clinical note taking to reduce documentation time for providers
• Enterprise-Ready Capabilities: Expanded support for multi-location practices and DSOs.

“The beauty of what CareStack is building is truly a platform that gives you all the tools and resources in one integrated place.” said Tim Hill, CEO of Espire Dental, a 40-location DSO based out of Colorado. “This makes workflows much better for teams. It’s about giving them the tools and resources to do their work better and more efficiently.”

For more information about CareStack and its latest innovations, visit  www.carestack.com. For sales inquiries contact us at 1-407-833-6123 or Support@CareStack.com

About CareStack

CareStack is a comprehensive, cloud-based dental practice management platform that integrates scheduling, clinical charting, billing, patient engagement, and revenue cycle management into a single solution. Designed for solo practices, group practices, and DSOs, the company simplifies operations, enhances patient care, and improves financial outcomes. With a commitment to innovation and customer success, CareStack is transforming the way dental practices operate in a digital-first world.