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New Dentsply Sirona sustainability report shows Company made solid progress against goals for the third year in a row

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dentsply Sirona, the world's largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, published its third sustainability report in September, highlighting that the Company has continued to successfully take action to drive sustainability internally as well as within the dental industry. The 2022 sustainability report was launched at Dentsply Sirona World Las Vegas, the Company's annual flagship clinical education event for the dental industry.

Key Points: 
  • Three years ago, the company launched its sustainability strategy " BEYOND: Taking action for a brighter world " to positively contribute to environmental, social, and governance goals.
  • The 2022 sustainability report was launched at Dentsply Sirona World Las Vegas, the Company's annual flagship clinical education event for the dental industry.
  • "I'm pleased that in 2022 we once again demonstrated our commitment to sustainability and made solid progress against all our goals, be they environmental, social, or governance related.
  • "For me, a special highlight of the past year has been the launch of our Sustainability Educational Curriculum .

FDI World Dental Federation's Virtual Summit ON WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY TO HIGHLIGHT Sustainable Dental Practices for a Greener Future

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Monday, May 15, 2023
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GENEVA, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) today announces its highly anticipated virtual Summit on Sustainability in Dentistry , taking place on World Environment Day, 5 June.

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  • GENEVA, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) today announces its highly anticipated virtual Summit on Sustainability in Dentistry , taking place on World Environment Day, 5 June.
  • Following the tremendous success of its Sustainability in Dentistry initiative over the past two years, FDI is proud to host this virtual summit as part of the project's second phase.
  • The summit promises to deliver captivating case studies, innovative ideas, and research projects, all dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of dentistry.
  • Attendees can also look forward to a virtual display of poster abstracts and a bursary fund designed specifically for participants from low-income countries.

FDI World Dental Federation's Virtual Summit ON WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY TO HIGHLIGHT Sustainable Dental Practices for a Greener Future

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Monday, May 15, 2023
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GENEVA, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) today announces its highly anticipated virtual Summit on Sustainability in Dentistry , taking place on World Environment Day, 5 June.

Key Points: 
  • GENEVA, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) today announces its highly anticipated virtual Summit on Sustainability in Dentistry , taking place on World Environment Day, 5 June.
  • Following the tremendous success of its Sustainability in Dentistry initiative over the past two years, FDI is proud to host this virtual summit as part of the project's second phase.
  • The summit promises to deliver captivating case studies, innovative ideas, and research projects, all dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of dentistry.
  • Attendees can also look forward to a virtual display of poster abstracts and a bursary fund designed specifically for participants from low-income countries.

Dentsply Sirona Reports First Quarter 2023 Results

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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First quarter 2023 net sales were $548 million, down (3.0%) versus prior year.

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  • First quarter 2023 net sales were $548 million, down (3.0%) versus prior year.
  • Other 2023 outlook assumptions are included in the first quarter 2023 earnings presentation posted on the Investors section of the Dentsply Sirona website at https://investor.dentsplysirona.com.
  • SureSmile VPro Launch - On April 20, 2023, Dentsply Sirona introduced SureSmile VPro and SureSmile VPro mobile app in the European market as part of its aligner treatment offering.
  • IDS 2023 - From March 14-18, 2023, Dentsply Sirona joined more than 120,000 dental professionals from 162 countries at the International Dental Show (IDS) 2023 in Cologne, Germany.

Dentsply Sirona, FDI World Dental Federation and Smile Train deliver the first-ever global protocols for digital cleft treatment

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dentsply Sirona, the world's largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, in partnership with Smile Train, the world's largest cleft-focused organization, and FDI, the global voice of the dental profession, are proud to announce a major milestone in the push to advance global cleft care. FDI and Smile Train, with support from Dentsply Sirona have developed the first-ever global standard protocols for digitalized cleft treatment. These protocols are expected to improve the accuracy and efficacy of the current treatments significantly by providing dental professionals with a comprehensive digital clinical approach across all stages of care.

Key Points: 
  • As part of its sustainability strategy "BEYOND: Taking action for a brighter world", Dentsply Sirona entered a three-way partnership with Smile Train and FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) in 2022 to improve quality and access to oral health - and specifically cleft care globally.
  • FDI and Smile Train, with support from Dentsply Sirona have developed the first-ever global standard protocols for digitalized cleft treatment.
  • In addition, Smile Train and FDI with Dentsply Sirona's support have developed a clinical education course that aims to provide cleft professionals worldwide with additional in-depth training on digital cleft care protocols, as well as support them as they integrate digital technologies into their treatment plans.
  • "The launch of these new global protocols is an enormous step forward on that journey, integrating high-quality digital, more sustainable technologies and workflows into cleft care."

FDI World Dental Federation calls for global leaders to prioritise action against oral diseases at major UN meeting on health

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Monday, March 20, 2023
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GENEVA, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 

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  • Call issued on World Oral Health Day, as data shows oral diseases impact nearly half the world's population
    Today, FDI World Dental Federation (FDI) called on governments and global health bodies to prioritise action against oral diseases, including through integrating oral health at the United Nations (UN) High Level Meeting (HLM) on Universal Health Coverage (UHC) discussions in September.
  • There are nearly one billion more cases of oral diseases than all five major noncommunicable diseases (cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, chronic respiratory diseases, cancers and mental disorders) combined.
  • "We welcome the growing momentum on oral health, including the upcoming adoption of the Global Oral Health Action Plan, which aligns with FDI's Vision 2030 to Delivering Optimal Oral Health For All .
  • World Oral Health Day is a great opportunity for oral health professionals, policymakers, academics and the broader global community to promote the importance of positive attitudes towards oral healthcare.

Oral Care Brand Bitvae Celebrates World Oral Health Day With a Collection of High-Quality, Easy-to-Use Products Accessible to All

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Thursday, March 16, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bitvae, a brand dedicated to making its customers' oral care routine easy and enjoyable with high-performance products, is uniting with dentists and individuals around the world on March 20 in honor of World Oral Health Day.

Key Points: 
  • The oral care brand joins dentists, professionals and individuals around the world to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining good oral health at every stage of life.
  • NEW YORK, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bitvae , a brand dedicated to making its customers' oral care routine easy and enjoyable with high-performance products, is uniting with dentists and individuals around the world on March 20 in honor of World Oral Health Day.
  • World Oral Health Day is the largest global awareness campaign on oral health and was created by the FDI World Dental Federation.
  • "Good oral health is essential to general health, well-being and quality of life", says Hugh, founder and CEO of Bitvae.

Henry Schein Will Showcase a Selection of the Company’s Comprehensive Solutions for Oral Health Professionals at International Dental Show 2023

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
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Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced that it will showcase its comprehensive solutions and provide its perspective on the future of dentistry at the 2023 International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne, Germany.

Key Points: 
  • Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced that it will showcase its comprehensive solutions and provide its perspective on the future of dentistry at the 2023 International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne, Germany.
  • Henry Schein will present its solutions from 14 to 18 March 2023 at the Koelnmesse in Hall 4.1, Stand A-090.
  • Prof. Gambarini will be available at the Henry Schein stand throughout IDS to answer clinical questions and to offer one-on-one demonstrations.
  • An on-demand version of all presentations will also be available on this website following the conclusion of the program.

Janice Hawkins Brightening Smiles and Futures for Oral Health and Hygiene

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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NORFOLK, Va., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- From the front lines of healthcare to educating the next generation, Janice Hawkins, a Clinical Associate Professor at Old Dominion University, PhD, RN, is no stranger when it comes to serving a healthier world.

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  • As a healthcare advocate, Hawkins shared her nursing expertise in health promotion and health policy on November 17-18, 2022, at the CARICOM Initiative, Two Risk Factors, Too Many Diseases, where she promoted the roles of nurses in contributing to better oral health equity and oral health care access.
  • As a healthcare advocate, Hawkins shared her nursing expertise in health promotion and health policy on November 17-18, 2022, at the CARICOM Initiative, Two Risk Factors, Too Many Diseases, where she promoted the roles of nurses in contributing to better oral health equity and oral health care access.
  • During the seminar, Hawkins continued to encourage all nurses to become Colgate-Palmolive Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Oral Health Equity Leaders, through the free online training via Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma).
  • Hawkins shares her nursing expertise in health promotion, global health, climate change and health policy.

St Kitts and Nevis creates new opportunities for business by rooting out corruption

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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St Kitts and Neviss anti-corruption efforts are thus an essential part of a broader plan to attract international business and investors to the country.

Key Points: 
  • St Kitts and Neviss anti-corruption efforts are thus an essential part of a broader plan to attract international business and investors to the country.
  • The wider aim of the anti-corruption drive is to promote ease of business in the country, with St Kitts and Nevis inviting investors to be part of its economic development.
  • Many investors have found that living in St Kitts and Nevis has had a positive impact on their mental health.
  • As St Kitts and Nevis rolls out its good governance and transparency agenda, investors look on keenly to partake in its future.