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Dental Tribune United Kingdom Edition

June 13-19, 201128 Industry News United Kingdom Edition Admor: For all your practice needs Admor is not just another office essentials company. With 30 years’ experience in the dental industry and a reputation for excellent service, Admor can offer everything a dental practice needs to run smoothly and project a good image to its patients. “We are currently undergoing a major refurbishment in the practice and, on the recommendation of colleagues, went to Admor to purchase our reception desk and filing cabinets. The service we received from Admor was outstanding and the delivery was prompt. It’s important that the aesthetics of our practice reflect the high standards of service that we offer so we were delighted to find that Admor could provide us with good quality yet affordable furniture. We were so pleased with the products that we also ordered some storage boxes from the company and will certainly be doing more business with them in the future,” Said Gill Baker, Practice manager, Huntingdon Dental Practice, Cambridgeshire. From pencils, to business cards, to furniture, you can find solutions to all your office needs with Admor, the company dedicated to dentists. For more information visit www.admor.co.uk email support@admor.co.uk or call 01903 858 910 to speak to a representative Nusonic NAC for CQC-approved instrument decontamination Blackwell Supplies is proud to offer dental practitioners an advanced cleaning solution that also assists them in achieving CQC and HTM 01/05 compliance: Nusonic. Decontamination is of vital importance in the practice and dentists need a product they can trust to ensure the safety of their patients and staff, which also meets the standards of excellence set by industry regulations. Nusonic is a general-purpose, ammonia- free cleaning solution designed for use in ultrasonic cleaners for reliable and consistent instrument sterilisation. Safe to use and free of toxic fumes, Nusonic not only cleans reusable instruments but also degreases them to their former shine and actively prevents rust to lengthen their life span. The concentrate is available in either 1-litre or 5-litre containers and can be diluted according to the individual needs of the practice. For convenient, cost-effective and industry-standard decontamination, choose Nusonic NAC from Blackwell Supplies. For more information please contact John Jesshop of Blackwell Supplies on tel: 020 7224 1457, fax: 020 7224 1694 or email: john.jesshop@blackwellsupplies.co.uk Legionella management from CODE Because of the increased risk of Legionella growth in public building with air conditioning, water systems and dental unit waterlines, HTM 01- 05, in line with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 as well as COSHH regulations 2002, dictates that all dental practices must obtain a certificate as evidence of Legionella Risk Management from an appropriately licensed body. To help streamline this process, CODE offers a comprehensive Legionella risk assessment in conjunction with Water Hygiene Solutions, which is a certified member of the Legionella Control Association. CODE will provide your practice with: • A comprehensive survey and schematic of your water system • An assessment of your water usage • Photographic evidence of any potential risk areas • A comprehensive plan of remedial action • Everything you need to create and maintain a log of all future maintenance and health and safety procedures With help from CODE, you can keep your practice safe and compliant and protect the wellbeing of your staff and patients. Please visit www.CODEuk.com, email info@CODEuk.com or call 01409 254 354 for more information. Dental Gateway: The ideal recruitment solution for employers If concerns about the economy or CQC registration fees are making you think twice about advertising for new staff, don’t worry; Dental Gateway can take the sting out of recruitment fees. Dental Gateway is the UK’s only online community for dental professionals, and gives principal’s access to hundreds of CVs from competent, qualified dental staff for a fraction of the cost of traditional or online recruitment agencies. Whether you’re looking for a Practice Manager or a Hygienist, a full time member of staff or a temp, Dental Gateway allows you to post your job description and person specifications online and browse or search through candidate CVs for free. Once you’ve found a candidate or candidates who fit your needs, a small payment to Dental Gateway will give you access to their contact details, saving you thousands of pounds in agency fees. With special introductory rates, your first new employee could potentially come to you free of charge. Dental Gateway is a favourite among employees and employers alike, so register today and become part of the online networking site dedicated to your industry. For more information visit www.dentalgateway.com or call us on 0845 094 4031 Rediscover the joy of dentistry with the BACD! Unfortunately this year our patients are not the only ones who need a helping hand to crack a smile again, so here’s one for you: The dates are the 10th -12th November 2011, the place is London’s Edgeware Road and the event is the return of the hugely popular Annual BACD Conference. So mark the dates and for a few days at least, forget HTM 01-05, forget CQC and rediscover the joy of being a dentist! You can even call yourself ‘Doctor’! This year’s conference will feature world-renowned experts including international guests Dr Mauro Fradeani, Dr Glen van As, Dr Federico Ferraris and some of our local-grown international talent. Covering a wide range of subject matter, ranging from new techniques to the ethical considerations in elective treatment, the event promises to be one to remember. The conference Maximum Aesthetics with Minimum Intervention, will provide an opportunity for dentists to immerse themselves in that unique BACD vibe of networking, socialising and making and renewing acquaintances. Plan your CPD carefully (that means: book your place now!), so that you don’t miss out on one of the best events on the dental calendar this year. For more information please contact Mrs Suzy Rowlands on 020 8241 8526 or Email: suzy@bacd.com Dentomycin periodontal gel – providing vital first line treatment in combating gum disease Trusted by dentists for over 15 years, Dentomycin Periodontal Gel from Blackwell Supplies, offers clinicians an effective first line treatment for patients suffering from moderate to severe chronic adult periodontal disease. When periodontal disease strikes, dentists know that they need to act as quickly as possible to stop pathogens multiplying. Containing two per cent minocycline (as hydrochloride dihydrate) Dentomycin works fast to: • Significantly reduce key periodontal pathogens • Provide effective anti- inflammatory action. Studies have shown that Dentomycin’s slow release formula is highly effective in breaking down biofilm and when used in conjunction with scaling and root planing Dentomycin reduces pocket depths by up to 42 per cent over a 12-week period. In addition, Dentomycin also helps to promote healing by conditioning the root surface. A highly effective adjunct in the treatment of adult periodontitis, Dentomycin leaves no unpleasant taste in the patient’s mouth, is well-tolerated, and does not react to alcohol. Dentomycin is just one of Blackwell Supplies’ range of high quality, high performance products designed to assist dental professionals in the delivery of uncompromising levels of patient care. 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 Restorations delivered to the surgery in only seven days CosTech Elite® is a Kent based laboratory, dedicated to providing high quality restorations, as well as an efficient service for practitioners and their patients. To that end, it not only offers a five year guarantee on all its prosthetics, but it has also introduced the Elite7® express service to ensure its customers will receive their much needed restorations quickly. As the team at CosTech Elite® consists of specially selected experienced GDC registered technicians, all restorations are completed within five days. CosTech Elite® believe in going the extra mile for its patients and as such, after the prosthetic is finished, it is placed in an attractive presentation box before being sent. The restoration will arrive at the clinician’s practice by the seventh day, regardless of their location in the UK, via a traceable UPS pick-up and delivery courier service. If for any reason the restoration does not arrive on schedule, CosTech Elite® offer a money back guarantee to all its customers. For more information on how CosTech Elite® can help you, call 01474 320 076 or email: info@costech.co.uk University Qualifications in Restorative Dental Practice The UCL Eastman Dental Institute offers dentists the opportunity to gain Masters-level university qualifications in Restorative Dental Practice without sacrificing their day-to-day work. Practitioners can achieve an MSc in Restorative Dental Practice through a part-time dissertation module based in the practice. The programme is a natural progression for graduates who have completed the Certificate and Diploma levels successfully. The course involves undertaking research: • on a subject related to Restorative Dentistry • at the graduate’s practice or at a university laboratory • with supervision from UCL Eastman Dental Institute staff • and writing a 10,000-15,000 word dissertation A compulsory Clinical Research Methodology course will provide practitioners with comprehensive training for the project. In just a few days of targeted teaching and the development of critical evaluation skills, graduates will be fully prepared to carry out their own unique study. Due to the popularity of the programme, practitioners are invited to register as soon as possible to ensure their place. Applications for the course will be accepted up to 30 September 2011, subject to availability, for commencement in January 2012. Further details of this programme can be accessed from www. eastman.ucl.ac.uk/cpd For more information or to register, please contact: Nisha Gosai, Registry Officer, on 020 7915 1092 or email academic@eastman.ucl.ac.uk BACD Protocols: Improving patient treatment In order to assist their members in every aspect of their work, the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry provides a number of different services. When it comes to attaining and maintaining a high level of patient satisfaction, there is help in the form of templates for a series of protocols and consent forms. These forms help to ensure a systematic and methodical approach to treatment planning and can be tailored to individual patients. With the correct use of the BACD protocols, practitioners can be certain that patients are fully informed of all the options available to them. By making patients aware of the purpose and nature of the treatment, the likely outcomes and risks, the possible alternatives and the costs, clinicians can gain valid consent. When the entire process of consent is fully documented and carried out in a systematic manner, patient complaints are far less likely, and patient satisfaction is considerably higher. The BACD is dedicated to ensuring the best possible professional development and outcomes for its members and is committed to promoting excellence in the provision of cosmetic dental treatment. For more information contact the BACD on 0207 612 4166 email info@bacd.com or visit www.bacd.com Designs for Compliance from Clark Dental If complying with HTM 01-05 and CQC regulations is making your surgery renovation a nightmare then visit Clark Dental, the company that takes the stresses of refurbishment out of your hands. Once your surgery is complete, Clark Dental will train your staff in the use of any new equipment and provide a comprehensive aftercare package. With a complete, bespoke service on offer, you can trust Clark Dental to leave your practice compliant, efficient and looking great! From the initial stages of development, Clark Dental’s team of experts will make sure that your every need is met, and that you get a‘virtual tour’of your new facilities via 2D and 3D renderings, before any work begins. Clark Dental’s experienced team will handle every aspect of the building works, including installation and supply of all the equipment you will need including chairs from A-dec, Anthos and Stern Weber, X-ray equipment from Schick and Sirona and cabinetry from leading manufacturers such Apex and Edarredo. They can also provide washer disinfectors and Autoclaves to ensure your decontamination areas meet all the necessary standards. For more information on a wide range of cutting edge equipment solutions to suit every budget, please call Clark Dental on 01268 733 146 or email enquiries@clarkdental.co.uk Increase patient compliance with curaprox specialist patient packs Curaprox, the Swiss oral healthcare experts, have just made patient compliance that much easier with their new specialist oral hygiene care packs. Each Curaprox Perio pack contains: • Curasept ADS chlorhexidine 0.20 per cent mouthwash - effective treatment for gingivitis and periodontitis • Curasept ADS Periodontal Gel for targeted gingival treatment • Curasept ADS Toothpaste (0.5 per cent CHX) with sodium flouride to maximise the effectiveness of CHX treatment • Curaprox ultra-soft toothbrush - gentle on sensitive or bleeding gums • A pocket-size CPS Handy Inter-dental brush in a transparent carry case, together with a set of three colour-coded detachable brush heads in different sizes. • A soft 6mm Sensitive Sulcular Brush with ultrafine filaments, for precise cleaning right up to and under the gum line. • A Curasept ADS leaflet explaining the benefits of a CHX treatment that doesn’t cause staining or affect taste perception • A ‘Clean Teeth, Healthy Gums’ leaflet to help educate the patient about how to maintain good periodontal health Orthodontic, Implant and Oral Medicine Packs are also available, providing patients with an easy and effective way to comply with their clinician’s homecare instructions after specialist treatment. For free samples or for more information please call 01480 862084, email info@curaprox.co.uk EndoCare endeavours to ease patient pain Dental phobia is common fear experienced by many patients and can lead to an increased perception of pain during treatment. However, with the right care and attention pain can be avoided and the experience in the chair can be made a pleasant one. The highly experienced and empathic team at EndoCare works hard to prove to your patients that endodontic treatment need not be something to be afraid of. Patients referred to us are fully informed as to what they can expect during treatment and will be offered a selection of DVDs to watch during the procedure, or they can listen to the music of their choice through headphones. In addition, EndoCare uses the latest equipment to make treatment as painless as possible, including‘the Wand’, which can ease the discomfort of injections. EndoCare was voted 2009’s Best Referral Practice and promises to provide the referring dentist with support during and after the procedure. This includes a free aftercare appointment six months after treatment. For more information about EndoCare please call 020 7224 0999 or visit www.endocare.co.uk