IDS 2025 unveiled even more groundbreaking innovations, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in modern dentistry. From cutting-edge AI advancements to next-generation dental materials and equipment, the event showcased technologies that are set to define the future of patient care. Dentistry Today was on the ground throughout the event, with our Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Paul Feuerstein, taking in all the product demonstrations and firsthand experiences from the show floor. Our team captured exclusive content, highlighting the game-changing solutions that will transform dental practices worldwide.
Here’s a look at more of the most exciting highlights from IDS 2025.
1. vVARDIS: Introducing Curodont – A Revolutionary Non-Invasive Cavity Treatment
At IDS 2025, vVARDIS showcased its groundbreaking product, Curodont, a non-invasive cavity treatment that is changing the way early-stage cavities are treated. This innovative technology allows dentists to treat cavities in just five minutes without the need for drilling, making it a seamless addition to dental workflows. Backed by extensive clinical studies and widely adopted by leading dental institutions, Curodont uses a remineralization-based approach to treat early decay at its source.
Now recognized by the ADA and equipped with a new procedure code (D2991), Curodont is set to revolutionize how dental professionals manage cavities. Already being used in thousands of dental clinics worldwide, this cutting-edge treatment offers a glimpse into the future of dentistry. Learn more about this transformative solution and how it’s helping clinicians provide better, faster care.
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2. Kuraray Showcases Universal Excellence & New Innovations
At IDS 2025, Kuraray presented its latest advancements in dental materials, focusing on its Universal Excellence concept. This innovative approach highlights how Kuraray’s comprehensive product portfolio integrates seamlessly into dental workflows, streamlining processes for dental professionals. A key highlight was the global launch of Universal Bond Quick 2, following its initial U.S. release. This cutting-edge bonding technology is now available to a wider audience, offering dental professionals a faster, more efficient solution for bonding applications.
Kuraray’s commitment to excellence spans restorative, digital, and adhesive dentistry, providing high-quality solutions that are shaping the future of dental care. Watch the full showcase to see how these innovations are setting new standards in the industry.
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3. Shofu: Showcasing New Products & Supporting Young Dentists
At IDS 2025, Shofu unveiled its latest product innovations, highlighting groundbreaking advancements in restorative, esthetic, and digital dentistry. From cutting-edge solutions designed to enhance clinical outcomes to the latest tools for esthetic dental procedures, Shofu continues to lead the way in providing high-quality products for dental professionals worldwide.
In addition to its product innovations, Shofu is committed to supporting the next generation of dental professionals. Through a collaboration with Dentistry Today, Shofu is contributing to a quarterly article series featuring insights from third-year dental students. These articles provide a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges of dental school, clinical training, mentorship, and career decision-making.
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4. Hager Worldwide: Unveiling Innovative Dental Tools
At IDS 2025, Hager Worldwide introduced two game-changing products designed to enhance both clinical efficiency and patient experience. The Spandex Advanced Lip & Cheek Retractor features a sustainable, autoclave-safe design, providing enhanced comfort and greater efficiency during dental procedures. Meanwhile, the Prepster is a versatile, autoclavable organizer perfect for veneer setups, implant procedures, and chairside milling, streamlining workflows and improving practice efficiency.
These innovative tools are designed to save time and elevate patient care, making them essential additions for dental professionals looking to enhance their practice. Watch the demonstration to learn how these solutions are reshaping everyday dental procedures!
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5. AIzac Revolutionizes Dental Documentation with AI-Powered Charting & Notes
Experience the future of dental documentation with AIzac, unveiled at IDS 2025! AIzac’s cutting-edge AI PerioNote automates periodontal charting with voice recognition, while AI CareNote simplifies free-form patient documentation. No more manual note-taking—just seamless, real-time transcription and intelligent summaries. This game-changing technology enhances efficiency, allowing dental professionals to focus on patient care instead of paperwork.
Watch the demo to see how AIzac is transforming the dental industry with AI-driven innovation!
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6. VeneerNow from Premier Dental | Simple Matrix System for Veneers & Class 5 Restorations
In this quick demo from the Premier Dental booth at IDS 2025, Dr. Paul Feuerstein, our editor-in-chief, checks out VeneerNow, a clever little tool that simplifies the process of doing veneers, Class 5s, and even some Class 4 restorations. This shim-like matrix slips right over the tooth, featuring a small hole that allows for easy placement of flowable material. Whether you’re doing a full veneer or a conservative restoration, this trick helps you place, set, and finish with ease. Perfect for:
- Class 5 restorations
- Veneers
- Conservative anterior work
Watch as we demonstrate how this simple tool can streamline your workflow and enhance precision.
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7. Innovative Anthos Dental Chair with Integrated Endo & Implant Features
Cefla presents the latest dental chair innovation from Italian brand Anthos—an advanced, fully integrated operatory solution built for modern dental workflows. Designed to enhance efficiency and clinical performance, the Anthos unit features:
- Operatory light with built-in 4K sensor camera for real-time documentation and patient communication
- Integrated apex locator for streamlined endodontic treatment
- Electric induction micromotor capable of both endodontic and implant procedures
- Intuitive interface with visual and audio cues to support clinical precision
Sleek, compact air-water syringe for improved ergonomics
- Unified control system with a single pedestal and foot control for a clean, organized workspace
This all-in-one solution minimizes the need for separate devices and allows practitioners to seamlessly move between procedures—saving time and elevating the patient experience.
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8. Modjaw Brings Real-Time 4D Jaw Motion to Digital Dentistry
Modjaw is redefining digital dentistry with its innovative technology that captures real-time 4D jaw motion—bringing new levels of precision and efficiency to restorative, orthodontic, and prosthetic treatments.
This all-in-one system goes beyond static intraoral scans by tracking true jaw movement in every direction. With dynamic data captured directly from the TMJ, dental professionals can diagnose, plan, and deliver treatments that are not only aesthetic but also fully functional.
Modjaw’s digital jaw motion recordings can be seamlessly integrated into popular CAD software like Exocad and 3Shape, helping labs and clinicians reduce chair time, limit occlusal adjustments, and improve patient outcomes across the board. Whether you’re doing bite adjustments, full-mouth rehabilitations, or post-ortho follow-ups—Modjaw delivers the functional data you didn’t know you were missing.
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9. Tokuyama Showcases Omnichroma and Hints at New Innovations
At the Tokuyama booth, visitors experienced a hands-on look at the company’s leading material solutions—most notably Omnichroma, the revolutionary universal-shade composite that’s changed the game in restorative dentistry. As Tokuyama continues to lead with innovation, the spotlight remains on Omnichroma’s unique ability to match any tooth shade with a single composite.
With excitement building, the team also teased the launch of future products that promise to push boundaries even further. Whether you’re a long-time user or new to Tokuyama’s portfolio, this was a booth visit packed with insights, innovation, and a glimpse into what’s next for dental materials.
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10. Phrozen Delivers Affordable Metal & Resin 3D Printing Solutions for Dental Workflows
Phrozen is redefining dental 3D printing with complete, cost-effective solutions for both resin and metal workflows. In this interview, the team walks through their full system—from file preparation and printing to post-processing and end-use applications. Highlights include a compact metal 3D printer priced at $85,000 and a full resin printing setup for under $6,000.
Designed with dental professionals in mind, Phrozen’s technology is built to be efficient, space-saving, and accessible.
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11. Graphy Revolutionizes Orthodontics with 3D-Printed Aligner Resin and Smart Curing Tech
Graphy is changing the game in orthodontics with its innovative 3D-printed aligners made from a proprietary resin featuring chain memory. This video explores their groundbreaking workflow—directly printing aligners in just 30 minutes, no solvent required, followed by a unique post-curing process using nitrogen and high-powered UV light for unmatched strength and precision. The result?
Flexible, heat-reactive aligners that adapt when exposed to boiling water, then lock into place as they cool—no attachments, no pain, no compromise.
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12. Atomica.ai Showcases Surgical Robot, S300 Intraoral Scanner, and AI Dental Software
Explore the cutting edge of digital dentistry with Atomica.ai as they unveil a suite of innovative technologies:
- Robotic Surgical Drill: This dynamic guidance system compensates for hand movement and surgical inaccuracies in real time using a camera-based tracking system. Compatible with standard handpieces and motors—no special equipment required.
- S300 Intraoral Scanner: Lightweight (160g), fast, and compact, the S300 offers a 25mm scanning depth, cloud-based sharing, and the ability to scan a full arch in under 30 seconds. Retail price: $8,000, including the laptop.
- AI-Powered Software Suite: A comprehensive planning platform for restorative and implant dentistry. Features include automatic crown and bridge design, CBCT and intraoral scan superimposition, crown-down implant planning, and surgical guide creation. The software is free to use—fees apply only when exporting a design.
Atomica.ai is reshaping the way clinicians approach implant placement, restorative planning, and chairside workflows.
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13. Align Technology’s CTO on Invisalign Innovation, iTero Lumina, and the Future of AI in Dentistry
At IDS 2025, Zelko Relic, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of Align Technology, sits down with Dr. Paul Feuerstein, Editor-in-Chief of Dentistry Today, to discuss Align’s expanding digital ecosystem. From the evolution of Invisalign—now featuring fewer attachments and a 3D-printed palatal expander—to the launch of the iTero Lumina Pro scanner and AI-powered treatment visualization tools, Relic shares how Align is redefining patient outcomes through cutting-edge innovation. Highlights include:
- How SmartTrack and SmartForce technology enable predictable aligner outcomes
- The introduction of Invisalign’s 3D-printed palatal expander
- New capabilities of the iTero Lumina and Lumina Pro scanners
- AI’s role in manufacturing, treatment planning, and patient engagement
- The company’s patient-first philosophy and vision for minimally invasive, comprehensive care
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14. Meet Bite-Finder, the AI That Finds Your Perfect Bite
Discover Bite-Finder, an AI-powered software that’s redefining how digital dentists handle occlusion. In this quick walk-and-talk interview, we dive into how Bite-Finder delivers both static and dynamic occlusion in under 30 seconds—no buccal bite, facebow, or articulator required. Just upload upper and lower scans, and let the AI do the rest. It’s fast, accurate, and seamlessly integrates with Exocad for any restoration type. Try it for yourself at https://bite-finder.com – free trial available.
- AI-generated occlusion
- Dynamic motion and contact points
- Exocad integration
- Lightning-fast results
- Cost-effective per-case pricing
This is the future of occlusion in digital dentistry.
15. NewTom Unveils Powerful Entry-Level CBCT with AI Integration and Full Digital Workflow
NewTom, a Cefla company, showcases its latest entry-level CBCT system—a compact, high-performance unit that integrates panoramic imaging, 3D CBCT, and cephalometric tracing in one device. Designed for versatility, it offers multiple field of view options ranging from 6×6 to 15×11, including TMJ bilateral acquisition, and delivers exceptional image clarity with resolution up to 80 microns. At the heart of this system is Neowise, NewTom’s in-house software platform that merges CBCT scans with intraoral STL files to streamline diagnostics and treatment planning. Built with embedded AI tools for both 2D and 3D segmentation, Neowise simplifies workflows and enhances clinical precision. Key features:
- Panoramic, CBCT, and cephalometric imaging in one unit
- Field of view flexibility for a wide range of cases
- High-resolution imaging at 80 microns
- STL file integration for full digital workflows
- AI-powered segmentation and planning tools
This system represents NewTom’s commitment to practical innovation, enabling clinicians to move seamlessly from scan to plan with confidence.
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Now that IDS 2025 has wrapped up, the event has proven to be a pivotal moment for the dental industry, unveiling a host of groundbreaking innovations set to shape the future of dental care. From AI-powered solutions to next-generation tools and materials, the products showcased at IDS are revolutionizing how dental professionals work and care for patients. As the industry continues to evolve, these advancements promise to redefine workflows, enhance treatment outcomes, and improve the overall dental experience. Keep an eye on these cutting-edge technologies as they continue to make an impact in the weeks and months ahead.
