Dental Tribune UK Edition, September 13-19, 2010, Vol. 4 No. 21

One Wipe Goes a LONG Way One Saniswiss biosanitizer wipe will clean, disinfect and decontaminate in one covering up to 4sq m with just one wipe saving time and money. These unique wipes available exclusively through Bambach are made from biodegradable paper. Being larger than the average wipe, biosanitizer wipes cover a much larger area, over 4 times greater than other wipes on the market. SaniSwiss biosanitizer is a revolutionary product. It does not contain alcohol, aldehydes or other chemicals found in most disinfectants, which are known health hazards. SaniSwiss biosanitizer converts germs utilising a unique patented super oxygenised water solution. This product in effect ‘digests’ the virus, bacteria or fungi leaving no residue; the surface will be cleaner than ever before. Being a water product, Saniswiss biosanitizer is in contact with the surface for longer - it will not evaporate in seconds like alcohol, meaning it is even more effective at killing germs and allows your wipe to be used more effectively. To find out more please call 0800 581108, e-mail info@saniswiss.co.uk or visit www.saniswiss.co.uk Kemdent revive the 3 Rs- Recycle, Refill, Reuse. Buy 4 Economy or Heavy Duty Dry Wipe refill rolls plus 1 x 5L PracticeSafe or ChairSafe and receive a 25% discount. A saving of up to £23.45. 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. These low odour wipes are also excellent for surfaces in toilets and waiting areas. PracticeSafe Disinfectant which contains alcohol, is perfect for disinfecting silicone and polyether impressions as well as non-sensitive surfaces. ChairSafe Heavy Duty and Economy wipes, which do not contain alcohol, are specially formulated to clean sensitive surfaces and equipment including the leather and synthetic facings of dental chairs. The recent DOH report Decontamination health technical memorandum 01-05 Decontamination in primary care dental practices recommends that dental chairs are cleaned between each patient. The ChairSafe Economy wipe is ideal for this. 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. schülke – Confidence in surface decontamination Cleanliness and disinfection should be second nature to all dental professionals and a vital part of the process is having the most effective disinfectant products available. schülke, industry leaders in the manufacture of infection control products, understand your requirements and offer an extensive range of products designed to provide solutions to all your hygiene needs. Included in the range offered by schülke is mikrozid® aroma, an alcohol based spray for fast effective cleaning and disinfection of high-risk surfaces. As a powerful, effective surface disinfectant, mikrozid® aroma is active against a broad spectrum of fungi, viruses and bacteria and is now considered effective against HCV. Ready to use, with no mixing required, mikrozid® aroma is easy to apply in all areas of the surgery, even those not easily accessible. Drying quickly and leaving no residual deposits, this product is also highly cost- effective and produces minimal wastage. For more information call 0114 254 3500 or visit www.schulke.co.uk/dental Confused over HTM-05 (Decontamination in primary dental care practices)? Not surprising given HTM-05 is still very much a working document, this together with differing interpretation of the requirements being proffered many dental professionals remain unsure Would you welcome a simplified clearer understanding of the requirements in ensuring that the whole team operate in accordance with professionally recognised guidelines for the control of cross infection? The Alkapharm‘Learning Lunch’ is designed as a refresher for the whole team and covers the day to day routine aspects of cross-infection control in the dental surgery, held in your own practice a session lasts just 2 hours and can be scheduled during an extended lunch period or if preferred at the end of the clinical day. Sessions are designed for the whole team with each attendee receiving 2 hours of verifiable CPD. Learning Lunch is available to dental practices with a minimum of 6 staff members and attracts an administrative charge of just £150.00 including VAT per Dental practise with no upper limit to the number of attendees. For more information and/or to arrange your own learning lunch call Alkapharm on 01785 714919. Trust Blackwell Supplies for effective decontamination products Effective cleaning products are essential to any successful instrument decontamination, and the new thermo-disinfection Nusonic MED from Blackwell Supplies offers consistently superior decontamination of hand instruments. Nusonic MED is designed specifically for use in washer-disinfectors, and has a number of notable advantages. Thanks to the non-foaming triple enzyme bacteriostatic action of Nusonic MED, instruments are left effectively decontaminated. As a non-corrosive, and pH neutral formulation, Nusonic MED will help to preserve the longevity of hand pieces being reprocessed, whilst leaving them residue-free. Available in a four-litre bottle that allows for 120 reprocessing cycles, the new Nusonic MED is an economical and effective cleaning detergent that is essential prior to thermal disinfection. Totally biodegradable, Nusonic MED is just one example of a wide range of products supplied to the dental profession by Blackwell Supplies. Nusonics MED complements the Dental Surgery decontamination regime in the compliance of HTM01-05 recommendations For more information, please call John Jesshop of Blackwell Supplies on: 020 7224 1457, fax 020 7224 1694 or email: john.jesshop@blackwellsupplies.co.uk Prestige Medical now offers Verifiable CPD Prestige Medical say they are receiving increasing numbers of requests from dental professionals for information and advice about the decontamination guidelines. They have therefore designed a special hour-long presentation called ‘Dental Decontamination: Techniques & Equipment’ which can, by arrangement, be given to groups of practitioners. This can even be arranged over a lunch break if more convenient to the practice. The presentation and feedback form allow attendees to receive verifiable CPD (Continuous Professional Development) points and a CPD Certificate. More information is available from Prestige Medical direct by calling 01254 844 103 or email to sales@prestigemedical.co.uk Service Supplier Accreditation Programme This is to certify that has attended the course entitled ‘Update of Dental Decontamination Equipment and Techniques’ Provider: Prestige Medical Ltd. Signature:............................................... Date:................................................................... GDC Registration No.:........................................... Continuing Professional Development Certificate Verifiable CPD: 1 hour UnoDent has your Cross Infection Control Solutions! Do you know which viruses and fungi represent a health risk to patients and The Dental Team alike?...So do we…. That’s why we’ve created a range of hygiene products for you, the dental team, surgery and practice that are specifically designed to eliminate the threat posed by micro-organisms. UnoDent is the reliable, high quality, value for money range exclusively available from The Dental Directory. The UnoDent range of cross infection control products takes the guesswork out of disinfection procedures, giving you all the answers you need to comply with decontamination guidelines. The UnoDent cross infection range is vast and includes amongst others disinfectants, handpiece cleaners, surface cleaners, aspirator cleaners and hand care cleansers. Many products are also proven to be effective against major viruses such as HIV, CDIFF, MRSA and H1N1 etc. The most popular products in the range are listed insideThe Dental Directory’s new Pricewatch Eighteen Catalogue. For your copy of the catalogue and to find out more about the UnoDent Cross Infection range, speak to your local Dental Directory Representative or call us free on 0800 585 586. Alternatively check online at www.dental-directory.co.uk Chlorhexidine without the disadvantages! No staining, no after taste, no alcohol, Curasept ADS from Curaprox is the ideal adjunct for controlling bacteria in the oral cavity. Offering effective chemical plaque control, Curasept ADS inhibits the formation of plaque without the side effects of other chlorhexidine- based products. Available as a mouthwash in either 0.2% or 0.05% concentrations, Curasept ADS is uniquely formulated to offer all the benefits without the disadvantage of discolouration of the teeth and alteration of taste perception often experienced. In addition, Curasept ADS is completely alcohol-free, so the mucous membranes do not sting during use, making it ideal for before and after invasive interventions as well as preventing post-operative complications. The Curasept range also includes a handy gel formulation (0.5%), for easy application directly to the gum or periodontal pocket, and a toothpaste (0.05%) that can be used as part of a daily oral healthcare routine. Curasept is just part of the range of premium healthcare products available from Curaprox. For free samples or for more information please call 01480 862084, email info@curaprox.co.uk or visit www.curaprox.co.uk The DAC Universal combination autoclave, cleans, lubricates and sterilises 6 instruments in 12 minutes! The DAC UNIVERSAL supports the practice staff by automatically cleaning, lubricating and sterilizing handpieces intended for non-critical, semi-critical and critical applications. The function of the NITRASEAL unit is to wrap instruments prior to sterilization in the DAC PROFESSIONAL. According to the hygiene guidelines of the Robert Koch Institute,“non-critical” applications do not involve any contact with the mucous membranes. “Semi- critical” applications involve contact with the mucous membranes, whereas “critical” applications involve contact with diseased tissue. In this last case the dentist must deploy the dental instruments immediately after sterilization. The Sirona DAC PROFESSIONAL autoclave handles large sterilization loads quickly and with the utmost reliability. The DAC PROFESSIONAL is the ideal complement to Sirona’s DAC UNIVERSAL and NITRASEAL systems. With the introduction of the new DAC PROFESSIONAL Sirona Dental Systems has closed a gap in the sterilizer market. Firstly, this autoclave can accommodate up to six trays. Secondly, it can be preheated, which significantly reduces cycle times. The rapid sterilization program can be completed in as little as ten minutes. The DAC PROFESSIONAL is a “Class B” sterilizer in accordance with EN 13060 – in other words, it fulfills the stringent requirements laid down for large- capacity sterilizers deployed in hospitals. For further information please contact: Sirona Dental Systems 0845 071 5040 Info@sironadental.co.uk Receive a complimentary Touch Free Hand Decontamination System from schülke Due to popular demand, schülke has increased its stock of Touch Free Hand Decontamination Systems. Complying with the new HTM 01-05 requirements, the state-of-the-art dispenser optimises hand hygiene in the dental practice with exact dosing and a long battery life. The product has proven to be so popular that clinicians have been ordering multiple systems at a time. As part of the Touch Free Hand Decontamination System launch, practitioners will receive a free dispenser when they purchase cases of sensiva wash lotion or desderman Pure liquid/gel sachets. For offer details please contact your dental dealer. The offer is valid for a limited period only so dentists are advised to contact their dental dealer to make the most of this exclusive deal! schülke – the plus of pure performance Call schülke for more details on 0114 254 3500 or visit www.schulke.co.uk Fiesta Colour Coded Clamps & Roeko Flexidam The Perfect Dental Dam Solution from Coltène Whaledent Using Dental Dam within endodontic treatments help protect the Patient from inhaling or swallowing instruments, isolates the treatment area, protects soft tissue and the risk of cross infection is greatly reduced. Fiesta colour coded clamps provide easy identification and selection during the dental dam procedure, and feature a non reflective matt finish for better visibility during clinical use. 9 popular clamps available supplied on a stainless steel organiser which provides easy storage and cleaning, available in both winged and wingless design. Flexi Dam non latex is easier to apply, saving chair time. The excellent retraction properties ensure close contact around the tooth for effective isolation and best possible moisture control. Flexi Dam non latex is more tear resistant than latex dental dam with no latex reaction, powder free and a pleasant smell. Flexi Dam non latex has a violet colour to prevent confusion with latex dam, available in boxes of 30 pieces of approx. 15 x 15 cm. For further information call free phone 0500 295454 exts 223/224 or visit our website www.coltenewhaledent.com Rugby Ref stays match fit with Under Armour Performance Mouthwear™ Prominent rugby officials are starting to see the benefits of using Under Armour Performance Mouthwear™ during matches as a way to keep them on top of their game both mentally and physically. Powered by Bite Tech’s patented Armourbite technology, Under Armour™ mouthpieces and mouthguards help athletes to perform at their best for longer. By repositioning the jaw, thereby short-circuiting the neuro- physiological stress response that appears to be activated by teeth clenching, airways are opened and physical endurance is increased, allowing players and referees alike to remain alert and focused during physical exertion. Developed by a clinician as a result of personal experience, Under Armour Performance Mouthwear™ has been rigorously tested over a fifteen-year period and is now the mouthwear of choice for many top sportsmen, including the Welsh rugby team and the London Wasps. For more information on how your patients can benefit from Under Armour Performance Mouthwear™, call Dacus on 01 35 1 429 1302 or visit www.dacus. ie. Or UK call Eric Solem on 07590 573 668 or visit www.bitetech.com Industry News 27Infection ControlSeptember 13-19, 2010United Kingdom Edition