Our Story
"In the moments that matter most in the operatory, we found ourselves in darkness."
- Albert Silvera, DDS
“So we turned the lights on!”
-Stuart Stoll, MD
A dentist confronted a challenge…
Dr. Albert Silvera, a prominent Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, confronted a challenge. Modern dentistry heavily relies on light-cured resin bonding technology to provide durable, natural-looking dental restoratives. However, this technology poses an issue: any exposure to light during bonding procedures could prematurely cure the materials. Like all modern dentists, during those most critical moments in the operatory, he was trained to turn the lights off. And this never sat well with him.
For anterior procedures, Dr. Silvera used creative tactics to illuminate the field, sometimes utilizing reflected light from a surgical lamp aimed at a nearby white wall. Yet, when trying to bond an onlay or place a composite on a second molar, for example, visibility dwindled precipitously. A solution was imperative. After some experimentation, he resorted to an effective albeit aesthetically displeasing remedy: he affixed an amber, blue-light-blocking, piece of plastic to his lamp using scotch tape.
An ophthalmologist walked into his dentist’s office…
Seated in the dental chair, Dr. Stuart Stoll, an innovative Beverly Hills ophthalmologist, detected an unusual sight. A flimsy, orange, plastic film covered the dental light, held precariously in place by a strip of scotch tape. Amidst the elegance of the upscale office, the plastic and tape seemed out of place. Inquiring about this oddity, he learned of the complexities involving resins, bonding, and the blue light emitted from dental overhead fixtures. Dr. Silvera's frustration at repeatedly turning off his light during crucial procedures struck a chord, as did the kernel of his ad-hoc solution: The idea to block out the blue light seemed like the right place to start, but surely better engineering could create a better product. With a history of designing and manufacturing SimulEYE ophthalmic surgical training models, Dr. Stoll knew he could design a more elegant solution.
The convergence of a dentist's ingenious solution and an inventor ophthalmologist's serendipitous encounter led to more than just a remarkable product – it fostered a profound friendship. We appreciate the opportunity to collaborate and produce a superior product that simplifies your practice, enabling you to deliver better patient care.
Curious about our name?
KYLO is an acronym for "Keep Your Light On," representing the core purpose of our light filters.
Dentists can now maintain illumination during resin bonding procedures, enhancing the quality of results. Yet, "guard" is equally significant, as Kyloguard effectively shields against cross-contamination and infection. No longer needing to fiddle with small loupe light filters, Kyloguard remains in the room, easily cleaned alongside other equipment during room turnovers.