Joining the ranks of the iPod and MacBook Air is the Alta Laser system from Dental Phontonics. The innovative laser has won the prestigous iF Product Design Award for 2013. There were over 3,000 entries for the jury to review this year, making their final selections in Hannover Germany.
The dental industry is no stranger to the award, with past winners including Sirona, Planmeca and J. Morita.
The Alta Laser System allows the dentist to expand the laser as their needs grow with different modules. The core of the unit remains the same, utilizing a 25 watt seminconducter laser for all applications.
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Walpole, MA – Dental Photonics, Inc., a leading researcher and developer of cutting-edge light-based technologies for dental and medical markets, announced that its ground-breaking Alta® Modular Laser System (MLS) has won a prestigious 2013 iF product design award.
For 60 years, the iF award remains an internationally recognized symbol for the best-in-class design. Sponsored by the International Forum Design GmbH in Hanover, Germany, the 2013 iF design competition received 3,011 entries. A world renowned jury evaluated the submissions utilizing 11 criteria including design quality, degree of innovation, ergonomics and functionality.
“We are honored to win this coveted design award,” remarked Alexander Vybornov, Dental Photonics Chief Executive Officer. “The award recognizes Alta® MLS for its superior quality, versatility, functional design and ease of use. We are thrilled to bring to market this next-generation laser system that combines a cutting-edge technology with a best-in-class product design.”
Building upon the years of research and development, the Alta® MLS is the first dental laser platform with no obsolescence. This compact modular laser device allows for the integration of the targeted dental lasers intended for a wide range of treatment modalities. It is comprised of an upgradable central console and application-specific modules that can be easily and quickly attached to the side of the unit. The system is lightweight, portable, and can be placed on a table top or mounted on a wall for the ultimate flexibility required in any dental surgery setting. A 7” interactive touch screen allows for intuitive device navigation and easy viewing from multiple angles and distances.
Source: Dental Photonics, Inc.