Dental Tribune UK Edition, October 4-10, 2010, No.24 Vol.4

CITANEST® 3% WITH OCTAPRESSIN DENTAL: Prilocaine Hydrochloride, Octapressin (felypressin). PRESENTATION: Sterile clear aqueous solution containing prilocaine hydrochloride 30mg/ml and Octapressin (felypressin) 0.03 i.u./ml. USES: Dental infiltration anaesthesia and all dental nerve block techniques. DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION: Usual adult dose is 1–5ml. Children under 10 years 1–2ml. A dose of 10ml (6 cartridges) should not be exceeded. Elderly or debilitated patients require smaller doses. CONTRA-INDICATIONS, PRECAUTIONS, WARNINGS ETC: Contra-indications: Hypersensitivity to amide anaesthetics or any other of the solution’s components. Anaemia, congenital or acquired methaemoglobinaemia. Precautions: Caution must be taken to avoid accidental i.v. injection as it may give rise to rapid onset of toxicity. Use cautiously in the elderly, patients with epilepsy, severe or untreated hypertension, severe heart disease, impaired cardiac conduction or respiratory function, liver or kidney damage or poor health, if high blood levels are anticipated. Avoid injection if site is inflamed. Facilities for resuscitation should be available. Side effects: Extremely rare in dental practice and usually the result of excessive blood concentrations. Nervousness, dizziness, blurred vision, tremors, drowsiness, convulsions, unconsciousness, hypotension, myocardial depression, bradycardia and possibly respiratory or cardiac arrest. Allergic reactions. Methaemoglobinaemia; consider giving 1% methylene blue i.v. 1mg/kg over 5 minutes. Pregnancy: Use with caution during early pregnancy. Prilocaine enters mothers milk with no general risk at recommended doses. Interactions: With sulphonamides e.g. cotrimoxazole. Vasopressor properties of Octapressin should be considered. Observe caution when concomitant use with other amide-type local anaesthetics. PHARMACEUTICAL PRECAUTIONS: Store below 25ºC. PACKAGE QUANTITIES: Box of 100 cartridges. LEGAL CATEGORY: POM. PRODUCT LICENCE NUMBER: 04690/0028. DATE OF PREPARATION: February 2007. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE PRODUCT LICENCE HOLDER: DENTSPLY Limited, Building 1, Aviator Park, Addlestone, Surrey KT15 2PG. Adverse events should be reported to DENTSPLY or the MHRA. More information can be found at www.yellowcard.gov.uk. CITANEST® is a trademark of DENTSPLY International and / or its subsidiaries UKP00261 Citanest® 3% with Octapressin DENTAL prilocaine hydrochloride and octapressin corresponding to felypressin • Latex FREE and Adrenaline FREE, 40% less toxic than lidocaine* yet still provides the depth and duration demanded by routine dental procedures. *Handbook of Local Anaesthetic, Stanley F. Malamed Latex FREE Adrenaline FREE Worry LESS Available in Standard and Self Aspirating 2.2ml cartridges Now availablein 2.2ml cartridges DENT-Citanestadvert-aw19.indd 1 26/7/10 12:46:08 T he AOG is well known for its fun family days, packed dinner dances, worldwide charitable projects and stunning- ly different international trips. Every trip is a unique ex- perience. There is an interna- tional conference and dinner, a major themed occasion, a sig- nificant charitable act, tours and dances and lots of fun time or time to devote entire- ly to yourself, just to chill out. The AOG actively encourages families as it is based on the traditional values of work and play. On the 18th of February 2011, the AOG will travel to Delhi for a conference. Follow- ing this, the party will fly to Khajuraho – the temples of the Khama Sutra which it uses as its base to go to Chitrakoot. Chitrak- oot is where the epic Ramayana has its turning point: It is also where the AOG supports a cleft lip and palate treatment centre and provides facilities for 500 vil- lages with respect to dental care. The trip will include an in- vitation to a magnificent Indian wedding (bring your best dress and dancing shoes), tours to evoc- ative temples and the chance to participate in ancient mystic ritu- als, as well as a a visit to the exotic Raneh falls and an adventure in the Tiger reserve. There will be a festival of colour and dance, an audience with astrologers (bring your date, time and place of birth) and soothsayers, henna painting, and the chance to relax in a luxu- rious spa - an endless myriad of stuff to do! The Hotels are the Hilton, Radisson and the Taj. Accommo- dation includes bed and breakfast in Delhi, half board in Khajura- ho, and full board (for the in- trepid travellers who choose to make that part of the journey) in Chitrakoot where the AOG will launch its important new project. Following this, you have a choice of a beach holiday in ex- quisite Mahabalipuram, or the chance to continue your temple tour through the gateway to Hin- du heaven in Varanasi. A third option would be to take the fabled trip to the golden triangle. The cost for the main tour of 7 days, including airfares is just £999 per person (based on two people sharing). Business class upgrades on international flights are avail- able at £975 per person with the option of booking an all suite ho- tel option to pamper yourself! So far this year, AOG Events have included attending the packed Clinical Innovations Con- ference at the Royal College of Physicians followed by a dinner - a family fun day in July which attracted over 400 people. Still to come is the AOG’s annual dinner and dance event on the 4th of De- cember (sorry, this year’s event is already sold out, but bookings are being taken for 2011). The AOG’s name means ‘Wel- come’ in Hindi, Urdu & Punjabi, and AOG membership is open to all dental professionals, ir- respective of their background. The AOG is an understated soci- ety whose slogan is ‘towards the greater good’. In its long 30 year history, the AOG has undertaken many significant acts of charity, including the building of several dental centres, libraries, and orphanages. Amongst its mem- bership, the AOG boasts many prominent dentists and the AOG plaque can be seen on the walls of many buildings. Be part of the ‘greater good’ and join the AOG today. Subscrip- tion is only £10. A small price to pay for a great act! DT For more information, or to join, visit www.aoguk.org Back on Tour!Where now? But to Indiaaaah Follow the AOG trip with Temple Tours and relaxing spas October 4-10, 20108 AOG United Kingdom Edition