Dental Tribune United Kingdom Edition

27Industry NewsJanuary 24-30, 2011United Kingdom Edition Save time and money with Admor in 2011! The launch of the new Admor Office Essentials range means you can now save time and money! Admor have always made it their business to ensure that they provide dental practices with the best products at the most competitive prices. Now they have extended their established ranges to include over 20,000 new office products, meaning practice managers need look no further to find everything their surgery needs – all in one convenient place. Whether you’re an NHS, private or mixed surgery, Admor can offer your practice a wealth of savings on all the products you need to efficiently run your business; from paper and printing materials to ink cartridges, office furniture and cleaning products. Register an account to benefit from convenient monthly billing, next day delivery, as well as all the special offers and exclusive discounts on offer. Admor’s friendly, dedicated customer service agents are also happy to help you order by telephone if you prefer and can also send you a more concise catalogue. So start 2011 the most efficiently by saving time and money with Admor! For more information or to register for your account, call 01903 858910 or visit www.admorofficesupplies.co.uk Registration Now Open for Talking Points in Dentistry 2011 Registration is now open for this year’s Talking Points in Dentistry lecture series, developed by GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare (GSK) and held at venues across the UK during May 2011. Now in its 26th year, the Talking Points series delivers topical and thought- provoking discussions for all dental professionals, and offers verifiable CPD hours for the whole dental team. Since 1985, more than 50 industry experts and professionals have delivered these lectures to annual audiences of over 3000 dental healthcare professionals. Recent topics have included periodontology, four-handed dentistry, forensic dentistry and teamwork in the dental practice. This year’s Talking Points features contributions from three highly respected dental professionals: Mhari Coxon, qualified hygienist, Clinical Manager of CPD for DCPs Ltd and former chairman of the BSDHT London group; Roger Yates, Specialty Lead and Consultant in Restorative Dentistry at Bristol Dental School and Hospital; and Professor Nicola West, Honorary Consultant in Periodontology at the Bristol Dental Hospital and Professor of Restorative Dentistry at Bristol Dental School. Nicola West and Roger Yates’presentation is titled‘Where’s the Smile Line? in Dentistry Talking Points Nicola West and Roger Yates’presentation is titled‘Where’s the Smile Line? Planning in Periodontal Management’, and will provide an overview of current periodontal treatment regimens, with particular emphasis on the aesthetic outcome of treatment. Nicola and Roger will also touch upon the management of patient expectations in a perio treatment context. Following on from this theme, Mhari Coxon’s lecture observes that ‘The Wise Man Builds His Practice on Prevention,’ and will focus on the role of the hygienist in promoting patient satisfaction and reducing the risk of litigation following a missed diagnosis of periodontal disease. Talking Points events will take place at the following nine venues across the UK: • 3rd May 2011 - Novotel, Southampton • 4th May 2011 - Hilton Hotel, Watford • 5th May 2011 - Novotel London West, Hammersmith • 9th May 2011 - Savilles Hall, Leeds • 10th May 2011 - Airth Castle, Falkirk • 11th May 2011 - Marriott Metro Hotel, Newcastle • 16th May 2011 - Reebok Stadium, Bolton • 17th May 2011 - The Grand, Bristol • 18th May 2011 - National Motorcycle Museum, Solihull Talking Points in Dentistry is free to attend, and a light evening buffet will be provided for delegates . Dental professionals interested in attending their local event should visit www.gsk-dentalprofessionals.co.uk or email Laura Ozholl at talkingpoints@stockdalemartin.co.uk. Decapinol® toothpaste: The innovative approach to treating and preventing gum disease Dental professionals can now provide their patients with a clinically demonstrated solution to the prevention of periodontal disease and the reduction of gingivitis by up to 57 per cent. Containing 0.2 per cent Delmopinol Hydrochloride, Decapinol® toothpaste helps to: • Reduce plaque formation • Prevent dental plaque from adhering to teeth and gums • Destabilise existing plaque build-up, enabling easy removal when brushing • Promote a healthy balance of oral flora The combination of brushing and anti-plaque action of Decapinol® helps to ensure that plaque is removed effectively, and the build-up of new plaque is significantly reduced. Decapinol® toothpaste is the ideal adjunct to Decapinol® mouthwash, working in a gentle and safe way to create an invisible barrier that prevents plaque-forming bacteria from adhering to the tooth surface. Because Decapinol® toothpaste is free from biocides, patients can enjoy an equally effective method of preventing periodontitis and managing gingivitis, without the well-known side effects; for example semi-permanent teeth staining and unpleasant taste. Together with Decapinol® mouthwash, Decapinol toothpaste is a way of supporting patients in both the short and long term preventative management of gum diseases. For more information call: 01483 410 600 www.decapinol.com Education the focus at 19th Annual Scientific Meeting of the EAO Attendees at the European Association for Osseointegration’s 19th Annual Scientific Meeting were spoilt for choice with a variety of master classes, presentations and ‘step- by-step’courses to choose from. Sponsored by Nobel Biocare, leading producer of innovative restorative and aesthetic solutions, the event offered delegates a series of inspirational lectures and educational talks from over forty respected scientists and clinicians from around the globe. Tickets for the event sold out quickly, with dental professionals of all abilities keen to attend lectures and courses on subjects such as: • Options for implant restorations • Cone beam CT imaging in implant dentistry • Psychological and psychiatric factors influencing implant treatment • CAD-CAM in implant dentistry • Staged lateral augmentation for implant surgery Speakers at the meeting shed light on some of the most pressing issues which dentists face on a regular basis. For more information contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300 or visit www.nobelbiocare.com QuickLase QuickWhite We are an ISO 9001 R&D manufacturing company with over 15 years of experience in the market with CE Medical Directive and FDA laser certifications. We work with our dentists to get the latest and best systems in the world. All our products are technologically competitive and sell for significantly less than comparable alternative systems. QuickLase have a number of soft tissue management laser systems:The 810nm single wavelength technology with 3w and 5w power; and the Dual 810nm and 980nm wavelengths technology with 8w and 10w power for ultimate coagulation and ablation/cutting. With this technology, Quicklase are the market leaders in this area with over 2200 lasers sold in the dental field. All lasers come complete with all accessories and a carrying case as well as on-line training. In addition, QuickWhite launched their new ‘LowCost’ whitening for both in- surgery Power Peroxide and home Carbamide whitening, the teeth whitening brand is well known for its effectiveness, fast whitening. It’s the most economical kits sold in the market from £19.50 per patient and supported by patients marketing in addition to the new Eco packaging option. Visit www.quicklase.com or call 01227 780009 for the latest prices and offers. “I was so enthused that I began treating four cases almost immediately…” Time-pressed GDPs looking for a minimally-invasive orthodontic treatment to offer patients with misaligned anterior teeth, should consider registering for an online Inman Aligner course through Straight Talk. The six-week accredited e-course covers case selection, interproximal reduction techniques, appliance fitting and adjustment. Dr Bharat Soneji of the Bloomsbury Dental Practice in London, explains why he chose to become an Inman provider via this route: “I am a partner in private practice with a busy home life and I am undertaking a Masters degree in restorative dentistry. “Despite a long-standing interest in cosmetic dentistry, I have always strived to maintain the ideal of minimal intervention. After getting a few orthodontic cases under my belt, I became interested in the Inman Aligner, mainly because of its conservative approach. “Given my time-constraints, I opted for the Straight Talk online course. The speakers in the videos were excellent - the ideas and clinical concepts were really clearly conveyed. It was online, which meant I could access the materials whenever I had any spare time.” For more information, or to book your place, please contact Caroline on 0207 2552559 (UK) or visit www.straight-talks.com Send your Showcase pictures to schülke Schülke is inviting all dental professionals who had their photograph taken with either ‘Mike’ mikrozid or the professional dance troupe at the BDTA Showcase to send in their pictures! Those that do are in with the chance of winning an exclusive Mike mug. Delegates at the event joined the fun at schülke’s stand to celebrate the success of the company’s popular line of touch free decontamination systems. The team also raised awareness of their recently launched comparison website www.comparethemikrozid.com where their mascot Mike explained to delegates whether or not their practice’s surface cleaner and disinfectant was suitable for their needs. Attendees also enjoyed using Mike to shoot down germs in schülke’s specially made computer game, with t-shirts going to the ten players who busted the most bugs. Mike has already received lots of positive feedback from Showcase attendees on Twitter. Just visit http://twitter.com/mikemikrozid to hear what they had to say. If you were one of the many dentists and dental nurses snapped with Mike or the dancers, please email your pictures to mike.mikrozid@schuelke.com For more information call: 0114 254 3500 or visit the new dedicated surface disinfection website www.schulke.co.uk/dental-hygiene-products/ www.comparethemikrozid.com For infection control training: www.s4dental.com Worried about CQC? Take control with The Dental Plan With CQC registration looming, dentists would do well to be prepared. The Dental Plan provides expert business advice to principals, helping to ensure that you are CQC-compliant, whilst maximising the full potential of your practice. Thanks to their partners at‘The Dental Business Academy,’The Dental Plan can also help with staff training, making the introduction of new systems such as CQC easier to implement. Created and designed by dentists, for dentists, Dental Plan membership can be tailored to suit your individual needs and requirements. In addition, they also offer a range of support services, including: • Dental Business Coaching and colleague mentoring • CPD programmes for the whole dental team • Business assessment and consultation • Marketing & branding advice • Complete Quality Management Systems with modules including H.R.(including indemnity), Administration, Health and Safety, Clinical, Financial and Marketing • Patient loyalty programmes and strategies With hundreds of years of combined experience in the dental profession, The Dental Plan team can help you get a grip on CQC. Choose to take back control. For a FREE initial practice analysis or for more information, please contact The Dental Plan on 0845 604 28 61 or email: info@thedentalplan.co.uk www.thedentalplan.co.uk PDS Dental Laboratory adds another string to its bow PDS Dental Laboratories is proud to announce that, in addition to its comprehensive restorative and general dental services, it is now also able to offer clinicians a full range of orthodontic services. Thanks to their new member of staff, GDC-registered orthodontic technician, Tony Avery, PDS can provide dental professionals with everything from simple removable devices to complex functional appliances, including twin blocks. Tony brings 30 years of experience with him to what is already a highly successful and award-winning operation. All Tony’s work is custom-made and bears the CE mark of quality. Currently, PDS aim to complete all removable appliance work within five days. Functional and fixed appliances will vary but can take up to two weeks, depending on what is required. Orthodontists and dentists who choose to work with PDS can be assured that it will always strive to remain at the cutting edge of dental and orthodontic technology, helping orthodontists and dental practitioners to offer their patients the very latest orthodontic devices and techniques. For more information and a Laboratory Pack, call Newcastle on 0191 232 4844 or Leeds 0113 239 3675 or visit www.pdsdental.co.uk and www.futureveneers.com UCL Eastman Dental Institute Qualifications Busy GDPs can develop their skills, knowledge and practices with part time university based programs from UCL Eastman; one of the UK’s leading training providers for dental professionals. UCL Eastman provides flexible courses to suit every need, running each year from October, and includes the following: Certificates in, Aesthetic Dentistry, Conscious Sedation and Pain Management (commences in May), Endodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, Special Care Dentistry and Diplomas in Implant Dentistry and Special Care Dentistry. Information on these courses and more can be found at: www.eastman.ucl. ac.uk/cpd/gdps/index.html In addition to these courses, January sees the start of the UCL Restorative Dental Practice Programmes, which are designed for GDPs wishing to refine their clinical skills, while still running a practice and offer progression from Certificate and Diploma to MSc level. There are also short courses; CPD and core subjects available to help all practice staff members to increase their knowledge and hone their skills both on-site and through distance learning. Also available are Eastman’s popular Finance and Practice Management Courses, which are ideal for those about to set up or purchase a practice. www.eastman.ucl.ac.uk/cpd/gdps/finance_courses For further information, contact the Course Administration Team on 020 7905 1234, or email cpd@eastman.ucl.ac.uk DENTSPLY Academy launches new course dates DENTSPLY Academy offers a unique range of courses and events designed to provide education and inspiration to the dental profession. Speaker Dr Louis Mackenzie will lead a restorative course entitled ‘Posterior Restorations Made Easy’, which includes a hands-on element, in locations around the country: Liverpool – March 22 ,Northampton – March 29, Edinburgh – April 19,. Newcastle – May 3, Maidstone – May 17 Moreover, a course specifically for dental therapists will provide them with an opportunity to learn‘The Basics of Restoratives’in Wakefield during June. Dr Alan Gilmour will speak in Bristol on ‘Posterior Composite Restorations – update on materials and techniques’on March 16. Dr Nicolas Martin will lead one day hands-on courses on ‘Rubberdam’ and a course and discussion on ‘Strategic Treatment Planning’ in Sheffield, Belfast, Watford and Glasgow. Evening lectures asking “How local is your anaesthetic?” will be held by Dr John Meechan, an authority on local anaesthesia, to discuss the risks and controversies associated with local anaesthetics: Essex – February 8, Bristol – March 29, Manchester – April 5 , Glasgow – April 19 Please book/reserve your place early to avoid disappointment. For details of upcoming courses yet to be confirmed, please visit www.dentsplyacademy. co.uk. For further information, please contact DENTSPLY UK on (+44) 1932 837 330 or email enquiries@dentsply.com