Discus Dental introduces 'new and improved' Zoom

Discus Dental has introduced a new version of its Zoom Chairside Whitening Kit, designed to improve ease of use and safety by reducing the total number of steps in the Zoom procedure, the company said in a press release.

"We know from ongoing conversations with our customers that any opportunity to enhance safety and efficiency in any dental procedure is paramount," said Robert Cartagena, COO of Discus Dental, in the release. "The new Zoom kit does this, as well as increases procedure return on investment for the practice. We believe the new design will make the Zoom tooth whitening procedure 20%-25% faster as well."

Elements of the newly redesigned Zoom Chairside Whitening Kit, for use with the Zoom2 and Zoom AP whitening lamps, include:

• A new IsoPrep retractor that covers and protects lips from UV light while providing maximum access to teeth and gums
• A new Liquidam barrier material with improved viscosity and 30% better UV protection of the soft tissue
• A new Patient Post Care and Maintenance kit that includes materials and a case for custom trays, a syringe of Discus' NiteWhite ACP or DayWhite ACP take-home whitening gel, and a syringe of Relief ACP Oral Care Gel for sensitivity management, all presented in its own box for patients
• A surgical suction tip for easier removal of the hydrogen peroxide gel
• A pictorial "quick reference" guide that highlights the essential steps of isolation and whitening, presented directly on the kit packaging for easy reference just prior to or during a procedure.

The redesigned Zoom Chairside Whitening Kit is now available in the U.S. and Canada. Availability in Europe, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East is scheduled to begin December 2009 and continue throughout 2010, according to the company.