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Dentsply Sirona Hosts 2026 Ultrasonic Scaling Teaching Institute

Faculty training addresses instrumentation techniques, digital workflows, AI applications and curriculum development.

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  • September 8, 2026

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Objective:

To provide dental hygiene, dental, and periodontal faculty with training in ultrasonic instrumentation and digital dentistry.

Approach:
  • Training Sessions: The institute was held in two sessions from July 23-26 and July 27-30, focusing on hands-on instruction and lectures.
  • Curriculum Topics: Topics included ultrasonic technologies, instrumentation techniques, digital dentistry integration, and instructional strategies.
  • Breakout Sessions: Participants engaged in discussions on aerosols, ergonomics, and clinical scenarios.
Key Findings:
  • The USTI program has trained over 700 dental hygiene and dental faculty members and more than 51,000 dental hygiene and dental students.
  • Modern ultrasonic technology is essential for the disruption and removal of oral biofilm, calculus, and stain, according to Dani Botbyl.
Limitations:
  • The article does not provide specific data on participant outcomes or long-term impacts of the training.
Conclusion:

The USTI is designed to keep dental educators updated with the latest advancements in ultrasonic instrumentation and digital dentistry.

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Dentsply Sirona Hosts 2026 Ultrasonic Scaling Teaching Institute

  • by News Staff

  • September 8, 2026

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