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27Industry NewsApril 26-May 2, 2010United Kingdom Edition How to achieve a perfect class I and II posterior restoration with DENTSPLY SDR™ marks the beginning of a new generation of posterior composites, perfectly complementing the other products in DENTSPLY’s existing range. Make sure you achieve perfect results every time by following DENTSPLY’s step-by-step guide to posterior preparation. DENTSPLY protocol Prepare teeth using Hi-Di Diamond Burs, widely recognised as the ‘gold standard’ in cavity preparation for fast cutting and low risk of fracture. For successful class II restorations, be sure to use a contoured sectional matrix system, such as Palodent that can be easily adapted to any residual tooth surface, alternatively you can use AutoMatrix Bands. Once the tooth is prepared and cleaned apply Xeno™ V, for an easy, self- etching bond. After light-curing the bond, place the new SDR, a durable posterior flowable composite base (up to 4mm bulk fill) and light-cure for 20 seconds. Next, for tough, long lasting restorations with great aesthetics place a capping composite such as Ceram.X™ Mono and light-cure with the Smartlite PS LED curing light. For more information, or to book an appointment with your local DENTSPLY Product Specialist, call 0800 072 3313, email enquiry-uk@dentsply.com or visit www.dentsply.co.uk. “Tavom’s cabinetry is functional, hygienic and durable!” As a market leader in the provision of high quality, durable and attractive dental furniture and cabinetry, Tavom can help create a professional and functional practice to suit the demands of any client. Dr Pete Martin of Barrow Street Dental Practice, Merseyside has been using Tavom’s products for over six years. “The original work surfaces I had installed are very durable and still look as good as new. The cabinetry is elegantly functional, hygienic and easy to modify and so is adaptable. The service I received from our suppliers, RPA Dental, was top-class and highly impressive.” Using contemporary design based on cutting edge technological research, Tavom offers practices the widest range of ergonomic cabinetry in a variety of colours and styles. Working to the practitioner’s specifications, the knowledgeable team at Tavom deliver an excellent package of customer care. With over 30 years of experience in design and build, and using the latest in Computer Aided Design, Tavom can eliminate the worry of refurbishment. For further information call Tavom UK on 0870 752 1121 Or visit www.tavom.com Lincoln Street’s First Velopex Picasso Laser Lincoln Street in London is now well and truly on the map! Their first Velopex Picasso Laser has been installed at the Dental Practice at number 6 which can now offer all patients the availability of laser treatments as well as the high quality dentistry previously offered. The Velopex Diode Laser contains two lasers: a 10 Watt Gallium Aluminium Arsenate (GaAlAs) diode laser and a small laser pointer.The GaAlAs laser is ideal for soft tissue (gum) work – as it does not interact with teeth or bone. The GaAlAs laser has a wavelength that makes it an ideal way to do minor oral surgery. Using this laser, an area can be cut with localised haemostasis. Dr Tan, who is no stranger to lasers said of the Velopex Diode Laser: “This is a super unit, neat compact and easy to use.”. Patientfeedbackcontinuestobeverypositivewithmanypatientscommenting positively on the laser. The Hogies Visor: Essential Cost- Effective Full-Face Protection Enjoy high quality and reliable full-face protection at a great price with the Hogies Visor. The refined design provides excellent peace of mind for the wearer, preventing the debris, bio-aerosols, saliva and nasal droplets produced during clinical work from coming into contact with the wearer’s face and eyes. Lightweight and adjustable, the Hogies Visor promotes optimum comfort with the perfect fit, even for clinicians who wear prescription spectacles. Also, to maintain the condition of the shields themselves, they are packaged with a protective coating, to ensure optimum quality. Providing full-face protection that fits within the budget of every practice, each Hogies Visor frame comes complete with 10 disposable shields (refill packs of 10 shields are available). To support the colour scheme and identity of the practice, a number of striking colours are available, including blue, purple, red, pink, lime, yellow and white. For more information please call John Jesshop of Blackwell Supplies on 02072241457,fax02072241694oremailjohn.jesshop@blackwellsupplies. co.uk Simple and efficient filling technique with SDR™ Dr. Steve Charlton of Kingsclere Dental Practice, Alton, has been trialling the latest revolutionary new product from DENTSPLY. “Using the SDR™ filling technique has made a difference to the length of the procedure involved.” It is now simply a question of dispensing the flowable SDR™ up to just two millimetres below the margin of the cavity, and then finishing with a single layer of composite material: it’s certainly a quicker technique.” “It makes life easier from the point of view of keeping the filling dry, as the reduced time of the technique means having to keep the area isolated for less time.” “As with any new procedure, there is a period of adjusting, but this new technique was very easy to pick up. I shall definitely be using it in the future.” DENTSPLY is committed to bringing the most advanced technologies into the UK dental market, assisting the provision of the highest quality in dentistry. To arrange for a Sales Specialist to demonstrate SDR in your practice call +44 (0)800 072 3313 or visit www.dentsply.co.uk www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk Providing trustworthy advice on all cosmetic dentistry procedures The advent of technology has meant that with just a few minutes spent on the internet, a patient can be witness to information on a huge variety of cosmetic dental treatments and procedures. It can make treatment planning simpler if a patient has researched a procedure, and has a clear idea of the results they hope to achieve. However this is only true if the information that the patient has been issued with is correct. Ranked as the number one site for cosmetic dentistry by search engine Google, www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk is the best way to ensure that you, and your patients, keep up to date with this ever-evolving industry. Once visitors have researched their planned procedures on the site, and asked the online-panel any final questions that they still have, the ‘Find a Cosmetic Dentist’ search facility helps potential patients locate local practitioners, and directs them straight to the practice’s website. To find out more visit www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk Dentomycin: An Effective Adjunctive Treatment for Periodontal Disease Dentomycin Periodontal Gel from Blackwell Supplies is an effective treatment of moderate to severe chronic adult periodontal disease, when used in conjunction with scaling and root planing. Supplied in easy to use, pre-filled applicators that allow the delivery of the gel directly into the periodontal pocket for immediate effect, Dentomycin binds to the tooth’s surface and is released slowly to attack the bacteria causing periodontal disease. The combination of SRP and Dentomycin can reduce pocket depth by an average of 42% in just 12 weeks , whilst the anti-inflammatory effect and the inhibition of destructive collagenases helps promote connective tissue attachment. Dentomycin Periodontal Gel from Blackwell provides a cost effective and proven method of enhancing periodontal treatment. Since keeping gums healthy is vital to the patient’s overall health, Blackwell has created a leaflet offering advice and guidance about preventing and treating gum disease. ‘How healthy are my gums? - Help and advice on your oral care’is available free to all practices and patients. For more information please call John Jesshop of Blackwell Supplies On 020 7224 1457 or fax 020 7224 1694 DDU and UCL Eastman Report Successful CPD Conference Initiative The DDU and UCL Eastman Dental Institute hosted a successful CPD conference on 19th of March aimed at general dental practitioners and specialists on clinical and dento-legal best practice in the field of Restorative Dentistry. The conference, opened by Professor Stephen Porter, Director of the UCL Eastman Dental Institute and chaired by Professor Andrew Eder, Director of Education and CPD at the Eastman, brought together experts who shared their knowledge and advice on Endodontics, Periodontics and Prosthodontics with approximately 100 delegates. Conference speakers from the DDU included Dr Rupert Hoppenbrouwers, Head of the DDU and Dr Bryan Harvey, Deputy Head of the DDU, and Charles Dewhurst, Head of Legal Services at the DDU. The Eastman’s clinical team included Professor Kishor Gulabivala, Head of Endodontics, Professor Nikos Donos, Head of Periodontics and Dr Ailbhe Mc Donald, Head of Prosthodontics. Followinginputfromacoupleofspecialistbarristersandconcludingcomments from Dr Hoppenbrouwers, feedback on the day and the collaborative format was very positive with topical suggestions received for future meetings. For further information on future CPD initiatives and conferences covering other disciplines, please visit www.eastman.ucl.ac.uk or www.the-ddu.com Kemdent revive the 3 Rs- Recycle, Refill, Reuse PracticeSafe and ChairSafe Heavy Duty and Economy wipes are now even better value for money. Dental Practices can save up to 25% on their cost, by recycling, refilling and reusing their tubs. Refill rolls are available in packs of 4. The new versatile range of Kemdent wipes should be used with confidence to clean sensitive and non-sensitive surfaces within the treatment area and the decontamination area of a Dental Practice. Surfaces in toilets and waiting areas should not be forgotten. These low odour wipes are excellent for areas like these. Chairsafe heavy duty and economy wipes, which do not contain alcohol, are specially formulated to clean sensitive surfaces and equipment, the leather and synthetic facings of dental chairs. Kemdent wipes are low odour, non-drip and durable. They are gentle on the hands but above all, very effective against harmful bacteria. Phone Jackie or Helen on 01793 770090 to take advantage of the special offers on this new wide range of Kemdent wipes or visit our website www.kemdent. co.uk. BDA / DENTSPLY Student Clinician Programme: “A fantastic opportunity.” Lisa Durning describes her involvement in this year’s Awards: “I found out just before Christmas that I had been selected to represent Manchester Dental School, which was a great honour. To be one of the fifteen finalists also felt like a significant achievement. I had been working on an investigation into how cancer spreads, and the role of a particular molecule in the loss of cell adhesion, seen in the metastasis process. The Student Clinician Programme was a great opportunity to share with a wider audience a topic that I have found fascinating since being introduced to it during my third year studies. Being announced the winner came as a great shock as I hadn’t expected to win. I am absolutely thrilled to win and I’m looking forward to October when I fly to Orlando to take part in the International Student Clinician Conference.” I definitely recommend taking part in clinical research and the Student Clinician Programme. It’s raised my awareness of the opportunities I have within dentistry.” FormoreinformationabouttheBDA/DENTSPLYStudentClinicianProgramme, contact DENTSPLY on 0800 072 3313 or visit www.dentsply.co.uk Bonding regardless of the light conditions The light- and dual-curing adhesive system from Ivoclar Vivadent ExciTE F and ExciTE F DSC are fluoride- releasing total etch adhesives from Ivoclar Vivadent. The choice of the product to use depends on whether or not the curing light will be able to cure the adhesive. In addition to being supplied in bottles and single-dose vessels, ExciTE F is now also available in the new VivaPen delivery form. The amount of adhesive contained in a VivaPen is sufficient for approximately 120 applications. Impeded accessibility of the cavity If the cavity is not accessible with the curing light or if chemically curing composites are used, the dual-curing ExciTE F DSC (Dual cure Single Component) material is indicated. ExciTE F DSC is available in hygienic single-dose vessels in two sizes:“Regular” for normal preparations and “Small” for micro-cavities and endodontic applications. Call 0116 284 7880 now, or speak to your local Ivoclar Vivadent Product Specialist for more information. Contact Ivoclar Vivadent Ltd, Ground Floor, Compass Building, Feldspar Close, Enderby LE19 4SE TEL: 0116 284 7880 bluephase (G2)“Top Light-Curing Unit 2010” bluephase has been named top curing light of the year 2010 by the independent US testing institute “The Dental Advisor”. This is the second time in a row that bluephase has been awarded the “Top Light- Curing Unit” title. The cordless high-performance LED light with polywave® LED has outperformed all competitors – many of them newly launched products – also in the second year. The testing institute describes bluephase as follows: •“This is a great light!”•“It’s great to have one light that cures everything!” •“The sleek design and power are great!” An award we are proud of The award by“The Dental Advisor”can be specifically used as a unique selling proposition for the bluephase marketing activities. For one thing, only one product per category receives the award, and for another, it is remarkable that an American testing institute has awarded a European manufacturer. Contact Ivoclar Vivadent Ltd, Ground Floor, Compass Building, Feldspar Close, Enderby LE19 4SE TEL:0116 284 7880