As brushing alone only reaches up to 60% of the surface of teeth,[i] a solution that can tackle the remaining 40% – the surfaces between teeth and just below the gumline – is a must. Interdental brushes help to prevent gum disease by getting rid of food debris and plaque from between the teeth. iWave…
After nearly eight years leading the GDC, Ian Brack will be stepping down as Chief Executive and Registrar of the General Dental Council (GDC), on 6 November. Under his leadership the organisation has changed almost beyond recognition, and Ian Brack is leaving having placed the GDC on a sound financial footing and implemented a strong…
Zygomatic implants have developed rapidly since their introduction to modern dentistry, and can be performed with confidence with the specially designed SZ-75 Zygoma Surgical Handpiece from W&H. Unique in its design, the handpiece is angled for an excellent field of view of the treatment site, so oral surgeons can access even the most difficult to…
The British Dental Association has said figures from the Labour Party on the nearly 70,000 patients who sought dental care in emergency departments last year are just the tip of the iceberg, and that the access crisis in dentistry is being felt in all corners of the health service. Dental charges and ongoing access problems…
ClearCorrect® has updated the Doctor Portal homepage to allow clinicians to more easily organise and manage their businesses. The Doctor Portal now provides easy access to a variety of education, marketing, and support resources to assist with growing businesses. It also allows clinicians to more efficiently manage their practice, with productivity enhancements. In addition, it…
Surveys, reports and anecdotal evidence continue to show high levels of stress among dental professionals.[1]It’s a topic that’s talked about at every industry event and in every journal. Many sources have researched the topic and there is data going back many years, acknowledging that dentistry is a high-stress occupation as well as a rewarding one.[2]…
The new ergonomic and cordless CanalPro X-Move endomotor from COLTENE offers the benefits of both continuous and reciprocating motion. The continuous rotation allows for efficient debris removal, while the alternating reciprocation minimises the risk of file separation and lessens the chance of perforations. This unique combination reduces the likelihood of procedural errors and allows for…
Nature has an interesting way of providing us with solutions to help protect our health – this includes CITROX®, developed with bioflavonoids from bitter oranges and organic acids. A patented CITROX® formula is used in the Citrox Protect range, which includes alcohol-free hand gel, multipurpose surface cleaner and disinfectant, textile sealant spray, hard surface sealant…
Mentoring is a fundamental ingredient of a successful and fulfilling dental career. Once you understand that in dentistry, learning is lifelong, you will always be looking for people who can guide, teach and advise you. I’ve been practising for many years, starting out when there were very few women delivering implant treatments, and I’m an…
In preparation for endodontic treatment, clinicians are required to take radiographic images to establish the length of the root canals. During treatment, this is used to locate the apex. As dental technology continues to develop, electronic apex locators have proved a useful aid for locating the apex during root canal treatment. While radiographs are still…
To provide predictable restorative solutions to the best of your ability, you need the right prosthetics at hand. Consider the Multi Platform Systems (MPS) from Medentika®, a Straumann Group brand, to innovate your implant workflows The MPS range connects seamlessly with all major implant systems, enabling you to utilise durable, multi-platform components and abutments that…
W&H is proud to offer the Lisa steriliser to busy clinicians, for an exceptional and reliable performance. The Lisa steriliser has been perfectly designed from the inside out. The ergonomic design offers a crystal-clear colour display and utilises artificial intelligence to deliver B type sterilising with the most simple and safest systems in the world….
Modern dentistry is now largely focussed on minimally invasive concepts, which focus on prevention and minimal intervention. The benefits to the patient are far-reaching: less surgery times, quicker healing and greater patient comfort can make the experience all the more pleasant compared to a traditional approach. To ensure that your skills are up-to-date, consider attending…
We want people who are living longer lives, to be living healthy, happy ones. The challenges that come with an aging population are many, and complex. There is a socioeconomic context; people in deprived areas, characterised by poor housing, high-unemployment and low incomes, have a lower life expectancy than those who don’t.[i] The link between…
Scotchbond Universal Plus from 3M Oral Care is the ideal adhesive choice, offering ease of use, versatility, and virtually no post-op sensitivity.* The award-winning bonding agent** provides excellent adhesion to all dental and restorative substrates,* and is universally suitable for both direct and indirect bonding procedures, also serving as a universal primer for all restorative…
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