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Dam Procedures manual. The second kit (ID# 08714) has been "streamlined" (without the punch and forceps) and contains the bare essentials needed for dental dam application. This kit should appeal to group practices or dental schools or to others who do not need to purchase a clamp or forceps. These new dental dam kits may be ordered from your Hygenic dental dealer.
New Brasseler nickel titanium spreader and explorer
Ney Dental International Grand Hurricane and Hurricane handpieces Ney Dental International introduces an addition to its line of high-speed Hurricane series handpieces. The Grand Hurricane handpiece features 300,000 rpm, large and heavy-duty turbine, long life, and ultimate torque. The Hurricane features 300,000 rpm, precise finishing, and high torque. Both offer quiet, vibrationfree operation, rugged stainless steel construction, ergonomic shape, interchangeable chucks, and a 180-day warranty. For more information and prices call Ney Dental International at (800) 2431942.
Three new Naviflex N T hand instruments that are flexible and stronger have been developed by Brasseler USA. The new nickel titanium spreader follows curved canals without prebending and with less root stress, provides improved tactile sense, and wears 50 % longer than stainless steel. The explorer is more durable and remains sharper longer. These Naviflex N T instruments are resist a n t to distortion from their original shape. To order, contact: Brasseler USA, 800 King George Blvd., Savannah, GA 31419. Tele. (800)841-4522.
Oral-B ultra floss
New Hygenic dental dam kits Hygenic Corporation introduces two new dental dam kits that present two options to dental dam users. The new kits replace Hygenic's current dental dam kit ID #01466. One kit (ID #08713) provides the basic instrumentation and products for dental dam placement and includes a System-7 Clamp-Pak, Wedjets cord (small size), 6 inch • 6 inch, Green medium dental dam, 6-inch plastic frame, 6-inch template, punch and forceps, and a Dental
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Oral-B Laboratories announces the introduction of a technologically advanced floss to clean better t h a n conventional dental floss. Ultra Floss dental floss is an interdental cleaner that features patented "elastic" construction. The floss stretches thinly to easily fit between teeth, then springs back to safely and effectively dislodge plaque from an expanded interdental area above and below the gumline. The woven, resilient network of fibers resists shredding and is gentle on teeth, gums, and fingers. Ultra Floss dental floss also features color-coded, premeasured lengths for added convenience for patients. Ultra Floss dental floss is available in unit-dose strands of 18 inches (200 per box) for in-office use or in 5 mm samples (one gross per box) for patients. For more information and product samples, contact: Oral-B Laboratories, One Lagoon Dr., Redwood City, CA 94065.
JULY 1995