Dentistry

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 13, 2025 - Dentsply Sirona is strengthening its long-term commitment to increasing oral-health access for U.S. veterans, deepening its partnership with Dental Lifeline Network (DLN) and activating employee-driven support initiatives across the country. The renewed collaboration aligns with the company's global sustainability strategy and reflects a growing corporate focus on social-impact programs that directly address care gaps in underserved populations.

Strengthening a Decades-Long Collaboration

Dentsply Sirona and DLN have worked together since 1999, forming one of the dental industry's most enduring corporate-nonprofit collaborations. Entering its 26th year, the partnership includes direct financial support, in-kind product donations and professional-volunteer mobilization through Dentsply Sirona's VETERANS@DS employee resource group.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 13, 2025 - Dentsply Sirona and Rapid Shape have jointly advanced digital denture manufacturing by validating the Lucitone Digital Print Denture System across Rapid Shape's D50+, D90+ and PRO 20 3D printers. The collaboration expands access to high-strength printable denture materials and fully automated workflows, helping dental laboratories scale production as technician shortages and patient demand intensify globally.

A Major Expansion of Validated Digital Denture Workflows

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 13, 2025 - Dentsply Sirona celebrated two decades of its Global Clinical Case Contest (GCCC), honoring dental students who demonstrated exceptional restorative dentistry skills and a growing mastery of digital workflows. The anniversary event highlighted how the company continues to invest in early-career clinicians, raising global standards in esthetic and functional dentistry through hands-on education, mentorship and modern restorative technologies.

A Milestone Year for an International Training Platform

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 10, 2025 - A pivotal decision at the Sixth Conference of the Parties (COP6) to the Minamata Convention on Mercury has extended the global phase-out date for dental amalgam from 2030 to 2034. The outcome represents a major win for oral and public health, driven by coordinated advocacy from the FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) and the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR).

A Milestone for Equity and Patient-Centered Care

The new COP6 agreement establishes that the manufacture, import, and export of dental amalgam will cease globally by 2034. Crucially, it includes an exemption permitting its use "when its use is considered necessary by the dental practitioner based on the needs of the patient." This ensures clinicians can continue providing essential restorative care in cases where alternatives remain inaccessible or unsuitable-especially in low-resource settings.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 10, 2025 - The FDI World Dental Federation has named three innovative projects from Nigeria, Kenya, and Tanzania as recipients of the 2025 World Dental Development Fund (WDDF), underscoring a strong commitment to equitable access to oral health care in low-resource settings. Each project demonstrates how community-based initiatives can integrate dental care into broader health and social development programs.

Integrating Oral Health Into Nutrition Programs in Nigeria

In Oyo State, Nigeria, the NOMALnutrition initiative is redefining community health delivery by embedding oral health care within existing nutrition programmes. Partnering with six organizations that already support vulnerable populations such as children living on the street and elderly rural residents, the project will reach approximately 500 people each month.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 10, 2025 - Over the past five years, FDI World Dental Federation's Tobacco Cessation project has redefined the role of oral health professionals in combating one of the world's leading causes of preventable disease and death. By integrating evidence-based cessation strategies into dental practice, the initiative has empowered dentists and hygienists worldwide to help patients take meaningful steps toward quitting tobacco.

Building Global Capacity Through Education

Launched in 2020, the project established an ambitious goal: to embed tobacco cessation counseling directly into everyday dental care. FDI's interactive workshops-centered on the 5As (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange) and 5Rs (Relevance, Risks, Rewards, Roadblocks, Repetition)-equip participants with the communication tools and clinical confidence needed to address tobacco use during routine appointments.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - Dental professionals seeking to preserve patients' natural dentition now have a new tool for proactive care: the KaVo DIAGNOcam Vision Full HD system, designed to enhance early caries detection and treatment planning without the risks associated with radiation. By addressing common diagnostic challenges, this technology aims to set new standards in early caries management and patient communication.

Meeting the Limitations of Traditional Diagnostic Methods

Conventional methods such as bitewing radiography and visual-tactile examinations often fall short in detecting interproximal or secondary caries at early stages. Frequently, lesions either progress unnoticed between check-ups or remain inactive for extended periods, leaving practitioners uncertain about the right course of action. The KaVo DIAGNOcam Vision Full HD responds directly to these gaps.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - KaVo, a renowned innovator in dental technology, has officially launched the MASTERmatic LUX M45 L High-Speed Handpiece, expanding its MASTER series with a model engineered for advanced precision, improved visibility, and enhanced patient care. The introduction of this high-performance device marks a strategic move to strengthen KaVo's footprint in the competitive market for dental treatment solutions.

Advancing Ergonomics and Patient Safety in Dentistry

With the MASTERmatic LUX M45 L, KaVo is addressing key demands of modern dental practices by combining ergonomic design with cutting-edge technology. According to the company's announcement, the new handpiece is specifically developed to improve access and visibility during procedures, enabling dental professionals to deliver more precise treatments while ensuring maximum patient safety.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - KaVo has strengthened its commitment to environmental responsibility by embedding a comprehensive sustainability program into its corporate strategy and achieving certification under the ISO 14001:2015 environmental management standard. The initiative underscores KaVo's focus on operational sustainability, resource efficiency, and long-term environmental impact reduction.

ISO 14001 Certification Marks a Milestone in KaVo's Environmental Journey

KaVo's multi-stage environmental plan, integrated with its corporate policy and management systems, received certification in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14001:2015. This achievement reflects the company's proactive approach to environmental management and positions it for further sustainability advancements.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - KaVo, the renowned dental technology manufacturer based in Biberach, Germany, is reaffirming its long-standing commitment to excellence-this time by embedding sustainability at the core of its corporate strategy. With a newly certified environmental management system and a multi-stage sustainability plan, KaVo is strengthening its role as a responsible industry leader focused on environmental protection and operational efficiency.

Certified Environmental Management Anchored in Corporate Policy

KaVo has successfully completed certification under DIN EN ISO 14001:2015, the internationally recognized standard for environmental management systems. This achievement underscores the company's commitment to structured, accountable, and transparent sustainability practices.