Digital Tech Landscape

Root Canal Files Root canal treatment has come a long way since its origins in the 19th century. Some of the earliest root canal files were made of solid metal and were very stiff, making it difficult for dentists to navigate the complex root canal system without damaging the tooth. In the early 1900s, dentists started experimenting with manufacturing flexible nickel-titanium (NiTi) files that were better suited for threading through narrow and curved root canals. By the mid-1900s, companies were mass producing stainless steel hand files of increasing tapers and tips to improve cleaning and shaping abilities. As endodontic technologies advanced throughout the late 20th century, new file designs and materials drastically improved outcomes. In the 1980s, manufacturers introduced greater taper Root Canal Files made of alloy steels like M-wire to cut dentin more efficiently. By the 1990s, manufacturing processes allowed for intricate laser-cutting of complex file geometries with variable...

Wearable Patch Wearable technology has seen massive growth in recent years with smartwatches and fitness trackers becoming mainstream accessories. However, a new form of wearable - the patch - is emerging as the next frontier in this field. Patches offer advantages over other wearables by being discreet, comfortable to wear for long periods, and capable of monitoring vital health signals. What is a Wearable Patch? A wearable patch is a soft, adhesive patch that can be worn discreetly on the body to monitor different health metrics. Typically patches are about the size of a postage stamp and just a few millimeters thick. They are designed to be unobtrusive while continuously tracking vital signs. Patches can stick directly to the skin and don't require wearing on the wrist like a watch or around the chest like a fitness tracker. This low-profile design makes patches comfortable enough to wear 24/7 without interfering with daily activities. Patches leverage flexible circuitry and...