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Dental Updates Komet USA and Bien-Air Dental Announce Patnership In a special announcement at the Chicago Midwinter Dental Meeting (21 st - 23 rd February), Komet USA LLC formally publicise its partnership with Bien-Air. Together, the companies aim to advance the quest for a superior combination of precision, power, and performance in procedures from tooth preparation to finishing and polishing. The grouping of Komet USA’s renowned dental rotary instruments, delivered direct from their factory in Lemgo, Germany, and Bien-Air’s Swiss-made dental handpieces is far more than a simple pairing of instruments: the partnership represents a relationship between two familyowned companies with proud traditions of precision engineering, high-quality manufacturing, reliable performance, and expert customer service. Komet USA’s sales and marketing teams offered demonstrations of Bien-Air’s air-driven and electric handpieces, and Bien-Air’s teams likewise demonstrated select Komet instruments as ideal adjuncts to their high-performance instrumentation. The partners showcased Bien–Air’s air-driven Tornado X, Prestige, Bora, and Black Pearl models, EVO and Classic Series electric handpieces, and Optima Motor System in conjunction with Komet ® carbides, diamonds, and a range of finishing and polishing instruments. When asked what was different about this partnership from others that have existed previously, Mr. Daniel Call, Director of Sales at Bien-Air, said: “There are thousands of handpiece & rotary instrument combinations available in the landscape of the US market. Each handpiece behaves differently; they have different speeds, torque, power dynamic, vibration, etc. How can a single bur, like a ‘Zirconia’ bur, produce the same efficiency in two vastly different types of handpieces? Rotary instrument and handpiece companies who have partnered before have left this terrain unexplored. We intend to provide a comprehensive solution for every material during our partnership with Komet USA. With sights set on a long and successful partnership, the two companies are a natural fit thanks to their shared values, humble origins, traditions, and longevity in the dental marketplace. According to Komet USA’s CEO, Mr. Todd Blanton, “Komet USA’s mission has always been to put the best technology in the hands of our doctors so they can provide exceptional care to their patients. This commitment is something we share with Bien-Air, and we are happy to partner with them. Like great dental products, mutually beneficial partnerships lead to higher expectations in innovation and performance.” ■ Recognised Business Leader Mr. Spencer Ellena Joins VITA as Director of Channel Management VITA North America is pleased to announce that it has hired prominent sales director Mr. Spencer Ellena as its new Director of Channel Management. Mr. Ellena has been tapped to strengthen and build on VITA’s existing dealer network and to foster renewed energy for the VITA North America brand. “We are excited to have Spencer Ellena as our new Director of Channel to continue to build great partnerships with our valued dealer network,” says Mr. Greg Rome, VITA North America’s Director of Sales. “We consider our dealer partners to be an extension of the VITA family, and look forward to having Spencer help galvanise those already strong relations.” Well known for his positive and infectious attitude, Mr. Ellena will be working with many of the industry professionals with whom he’s forged relationships as a decade-long healthcare and dental industry executive to drive a number of initiatives for VITA’s industry-leading products. In addition to previous sales roles with the Danaher, Kavo Kerr Group and Hu-Friedy, Ellena also serves as an advisor for the Chicago Dental Society Foundation, Oral Health America, and Children’s Place Association. Supported by a strong internal team of outside sales, tele-sales, marketing and education efforts, Mr. Ellena will be responsible for driving strategic partnerships with VITA’s respected dealer network. Along with his considerable management expertise, Mr. Ellena has garnered a number of accolades for his sales and marketing acumen, including Sales Rep of the Year, Region of the Year, and Achiever of the Year, to name a few. “Spencer brings a great and unique skill and mindset with him, which he combines with years of experience in the industry, technical knowledge, and a very dynamic and professional personality,” says Mr. Patrick Bayer, Vice President, Sales and Marketing for VITA North America. “We look forward to working together to bring better services and solutions to our channel partners to develop our common businesses.” ■ 12 DENTAL ASIA MARCH / APRIL 2019
Periodontal Disease Bacteria Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease A recent study has periodontists encouraging patients to maintain gum health in an effort to reduce their Alzheimer’s disease risk. The study, published in the journal Science Advances, uncovered a potential link between P. gingivalis, the bacteria associated with periodontal disease (commonly known as gum disease) and Alzheimer’s. Researchers analysed brain tissue, spinal fluid, and saliva from Alzheimer’s patients—both living and deceased—and found evidence of P. gingivalis. Gingipains, the toxic enzyme secreted by P. gingivalis, were found in 96% of the 53 brain tissue samples examined, with higher levels detected in those with the pathology and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Additionally, researchers including co-author Mark I. Ryder DMD, Professor of Periodontology at the University of California, San Francisco, noted that the presence of P. gingivalis increased the production of amyloid beta, a component of the amyloid plaques whose accumulation contributes to Alzheimer’s. The study confirmed via animal testing that P. gingivaliscan travel from the mouth to the brain and that the related gingipains can destroy brain neurons. These findings are noteworthy in that they suggest a biological mechanism for how periodontal disease bacteria may play a role in the development and progression of Alzheimer’s. According to Richard Kao, DDS, PhD, president of the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP), the professional society representing more than 8,000 periodontists, this study underscores the important role of gum health on overall wellness. “Periodontists have long known that a healthy mouth contributes to a healthy body, and research has suggested an association between periodontal disease and dementia conditions, such as Alzheimer’s,” Dr. Kao said. “These recent findings present strong evidence on how periodontal disease can impact the pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease and should highlight how crucial it is to manage periodontal disease, especially in older adults or individuals who have increased risk for dementia.” Although the study results add to the evidence supporting a link between gum disease and Alzheimer’s, additional research is needed to better understand the etiology of Alzheimer’s and how periodontal disease bacteria can exacerbate progression. An upcoming FDA Phase II clinical trial will assess the benefits of using a novel small molecule inhibitor of these P. gingivalis gingipains in hindering the development and progression of Alzheimer’s. This clinical trial may add further insight to the link between gum disease and Alzheimer’s. ■
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