Dental Tribune United Kingdom Edition

29Industry NewsNovember 14-20, 2011United Kingdom Edition Blueprint Xcreme – convenient, fast and extra smooth Blueprint® Xcreme from DENTSPLY is quick, easy and reliable – the perfect recipe for a good impression every time. The extra smooth, dust free and fast setting alginate materials absorb water quickly – within five seconds – which aids mixing and handling. Blueprint Xcreme sets in under two minutes (at 23°C) and gives you an ample working time of one minute 5 seconds. It provides a smooth and compact surface and has excellent elastic recovery (98%) for excellent impression results and five days dimensional stability thanks to the low water loss (less than 0.5% in the first five days) which means less pressure on storage and casting time. Blueprint Xcreme is available in the 2x 500g Refill pack and the Eco pack which contains 20x 500 g packs. Contact us at dentsply.co.uk or 0800 072 3313 Earn rewards against purchases at dentsplyrewards.co.uk Access webinars and products demonstrations and earn CPD at dentsplyacademy.co.uk Dentsply webinars – expertise on tap Finding the time to fit in continuing education as well as meeting the demands of practice, patients and family, can be a challenge for busy dental healthcare professionals. Because DENTSPLY understands that, the DENTSPLY Academy is designed to help you keep up to date with major advances in technology, new thinking on clinical practice and procedures, and earn verifiable CPD, from the comfort of your own home. DENTSPLY Academy webinars give you access to leading experts through live and interactive online seminars. Future DENTSPLY Academy webinars include Dr Carol Tait discussing “Successful Endodontic Retreatment” on 23rd November, specialist radiographer Barbara Lamb offering advice on technique (30th November), and Dr Nicolas Martin focusing on All-ceramic crowns; restorative principles, types and preparations on 7th December. If you don’t already have a free account, you can set one up very easily and quickly at www.dentsplyacademy.co.uk and you will also be able to access to the extensive multimedia training library and find out more about the series of ‘How To” guides that offer hints and tips on different procedures with CPD questions as well as details of future seminars and hands-on courses run by leading experts in dentistry. For more information visit www.dentsply.co.uk/Academy.aspx, call 0800 072 3313 or email enquiry.uk@denstply.com Ease the cost of HTM01-05 Compliance From 2012, a decontamination room will be a legal requirement in all dental practices and failure to comply could result in your practice being closed down within 24 hours of inspection. For those who require significant changes this work can cost many thousands of pounds; moreover, finding a suitable loan in the current climate can be a real challenge. DPAS have teamed up with Campbell Montague International (CMI), to offer their client practices a loan to cover expenditure associated specifically with the implementation of HTM01-05 regulations.The unsecured loans are underwritten by a major UK bank with over 25 years’ experience in the UK and a strong track record working with the medical and dental professions. Dependent on your individual credit profile loans can be considered for a minimum of £1,000 up to a maximum of £50,000*, over a period of three or five years. Furthermore, DPAS and CMI have negotiated a highly favourable fixed rate, meaning these loans offer practices with DPAS administered plans in place a competitive solution to the headache of funding HTM01-05 compliance. Practices should contact their DPAS Practice Consultant for more information or telephone 01747 870910 and request an application form. www.dpas.co.uk * For loans over £15,000 a recent set of accounts will be required UK’s First Claros in the UK Elexxion AG has started work in the UK with their first UK claros unit at the prestigious Lotus Clinic in Golders Green, North London. The 30W peak power, Claros laser has become a‘wow’with those practitioners who have used it, proving to be versatile in the wide range of application that it can handle including the decontamination of endodontic root canals, decontamination of periodontal pockets, laser power bleaching (for both vital and non-vital teeth) low level laser therapy for such things as instant pain relief for aphthae, cessation of gag reflex as well as elimination of cold sores andTMJ pain in addition to all of the general soft tissue management applications - such as frenectomy, gingivectomy and soft tissue crown lengthening. The unit comes complete with a range of different fibres, which can be autoclaved up to 14 times between patients so complying with the HTM 0105 regulations. The selection includes 200, 300, 400 and 600 micron fibres in an adjustable handpiece and an applicator tip for bleaching and low level laser applications. The Claros laser offers a peak power of 30W (although a 50W is available) but with 20,000 pulses per second. Please see: www.elexxion.com for more information on the elexxion range of lasers or contact Mark. Mark Chapman chapman@elexxion.com 07946 714039 Dr M. Frankl is based at: The Lotus Clinic 943 Finchley Rd London NW11 7PE NobelReplace® Platform Shift:“a very exciting development” Dr Eoin Fleetwood is based at Eyre Square Dental Clinic, a state-of-the-art dental practice in Galway, West Ireland. He has been working with the new NobelReplace® Platform Shift implants from Nobel Biocare. “The introduction of a true platform shift ability with the NobelReplace® is a very exciting development,” says Dr Fleetwood. “We have worked with the NobelReplace® Tri- Lobe for the last 10 years and find it a very simple platform to work with, as do our referring dentists. “This platform shift will allow more predictability in maintaining the bone height close to the restored platform of the fixture, which can only help to minimise the possibility of recession problems over time. “The fact that we do not have to order a new inventory of restorative components is also very desirable. We look forward to working with this new fixture over the coming years.” For more information contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300 or visit www.nobelbiocare.com Nobel Biocare“a solution to every clinical situation” Dr Philip Pettemerides owns Edgar Buildings Dental Care in Bath, a private and referral practice involved in restorative, aesthetic and implant dentistry. For nearly a quarter of a century, he has been using dental solutions by Nobel Biocare when treating his patients. Dr Pettemerides says, “It is said that, ‘Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.’ Nobel Biocare has a history of innovation, which has led the field in implant and restorative dentistry: where Nobel Biocare leads, others follow and, in most instances, many years later. “I have used Nobel Biocare products on a daily basis for 24 years, from ReplaceTapered GroovyTM and ActiveTM implants, NobelProceraTM CAD/CAM Zirconia implant frameworks and abutments, to tooth-supported Zirconia bridges and crowns. “The flexibility of the Nobel implant and prosthetic systems allow a solution to every clinical situation with high-end aesthetics that not only look good, but are also biocompatible and durable. In particular, the range of implant connections allows me to choose the best option for maintenance of bone and soft tissue health.” Whatever the indication, Nobel Biocare has a sophisticated solution to meet your patients’needs and offers a lifetime warranty on all of its implants. For more information contact Nobel Biocare on 0208 756 3300 or visit www.nobelbiocare.com Founded in 1929 Pastelli is an Italian Company renowned throughout theWorld. Pastelli is a pioneer in creating coloured and stylish, tailormade garments for the professional sector; Pastelli’s garments are currently sold to medical, dental, pharmaceutical and beauty industries in 42 Countries worldwide. Every product is original Pastelli, 100 per cent made in Italy. Models, colours, stitching, quality control, nothing is left to chance. The collection today offers 200 different styles in 42 colours. Pastelli is synonymous with elegance and quality and a“fusion of tradition and innovation”. Pastelli garments are more than just work wear, they are the results of many ideas, new fabrics and the same care of long time ago is still present today: Pastelli uses only the finest cottons available that give a minimum of 1200n in resistance to traction moreover; Pastelli garments are washable in temperatures from 60-90 degrees for perfect sanitation, also they are guarantee to be not-allergic. Pastelli follows international norms rigorously, from the harvest of the cotton to the delivery of our products, because human values, the environment and the health have fundamental importance for it. Pastelli produces styles that are suitable for all body shapes, and it was the first to consider enhancing the image of professional clothing. Sirona: Digital X- Ray solutions At the forefront of the rapid advances in digital dentistry, Sirona have developed digita 2D andl 3D X-Ray systems to provide precise treatment planning. GALILEOS and ORTHOPHOS XG 3D offer comprehensive panorama and cephalometric X-ray programs to minimise the level of radiation exposure. Sirona is the only manufacturer worldwide which offers an integrated concept consisting of 3D imaging as well as computer-aided implant planning and implementation. In combination the GALAXIS 3D X-ray software the GALILEOS System requires only one scan in order to visualise the entire cranial volume. The ORTHOPHOS XG Family of panoramic imaging units are among the best sellers in the industry. The systems wide range of functions, excellent image quality and ease of use has impressed many users. Contact details for further information: Sirona Dental Systems 0845 071 5040 Info@sironadental.co.uk Put your regulatory worries to bed with dbg Even the most careful dentist can find themselves caught out by complex and ever-changing legislation, which is why dbg offers its own Accreditation Service to its members. dbg’s knowledgeable and fully trained Practice Advisors can help members to clearly see what requirements they must fulfil to reach ‘’Essential’’ CQC* standards. On completion of a self-assessed audit document, an Advisor will visit your practice to ascertain the ways in which you can achieve regulatory compliance. Through close communication, useful advice and further practice visits to check on progress, dbg Advisors will assist practices in accomplishing, maintaining and adapting to the stringent standards needed to satisfy their legal obligations. In addition, the dbg Accreditation Service does not finish its involvement with the award of compliance certification. In the aftermath of accreditation, the service provides regular bulletins keeping members up to date on new Quality & Safety legislation and policies that could affect them. AspartoftheAccreditationService,documentationwillbemanaged,reviewed, stored and updated in the Virtual Compliance Office providing practices with the reassurance and preparation required for any CQC*/HSE inspection. For further information on dbg Accreditation Service, call 0845 00 66 112 or visit www.thedbg.co.uk. *England only Endocare – Referrals Made Easy Endocare is renowned for its excellent referral service and with clinics in South West London and Harley Street, referring dentists can be assured their patients will receive the very best attention from Endocare’s team of specialist endodontists headed by Dr Michal Sultan. From the outset, Endocare’s award winning team will ensure that the referring practitioner is regularly updated with details of treatment plans, and recommendations for restoration and follow-up appointments. All patients are given a free appointment six months after treatment as part of Endocare’s commitment to ongoing oral health care. The simple online referral service means busy practitioners can begin the referral process easily and quickly, sure that their patients will be returned to them calm, confident and pain free. State of the art surgeries, a skilled team of experts and Endocare’s passion to provide the very highest quality of patient care makes for a superb referral service. For more information about EndoCare please call 020 7224 0999 or visit www.endocare.co.uk Oralign Ltd Training Day Dr Shabs Patel, of Magicsmiles Dental Studios in Blackburn, recently took part in an Oralign Training Day to become a certified provider of the LR Appliance. The removable orthodontic device is one of the smallest currently available, allowing patients to easily integrate it into their day-to-day lives and still achieve beautiful anterior teeth. “I was interested in expanding the range of treatments I can offer my patients,”says Dr Patel. “The course was well delivered and an enjoyable experience. Dr Ross Hobson is very knowledgeable and conveyed the technical information in a way that was interesting and easy to understand. There was also a session on promoting the LR Appliance to patients. “A relatively small group meant that it was highly interactive and I left feeling confident that I could get started on my own cases, once I have found suitable patients. “I appreciated the opportunity to increase my knowledge and skill set and can’t wait to help my patients to achieve straighter and more attractive smiles.” For clinical information please contact Dr Ross Hobson on 07710 243690 or email: ross@oralign.co.uk For information on administration please contact Dr Lester Ellman on 07973 875 503 or email: lester@oralign.co.uk Web: www.oralign.co.uk Tandex Solo: improving the effectiveness of your teeth- cleaning regime According to the recently published 2009 Adult Dental Health Survey (ADHS),“Whilst twice-daily brushing is now a fact of life for three quarters of thepopulation,thereisstillsomeroom for improvements in the effectiveness of that cleaning.” In the ADHS survey the most widespread methods of improving teeth-cleaning effectiveness include the use of mouthwash, an electric toothbrush, or dental floss. But not all of these solutions are suitable for everyone. Electric toothbrushes can be troublesome and expensive, while floss can be awkward and isn’t always sufficient for the task at hand. With over 80 years of experience manufacturing high-quality oral health products the Tandex Solo Ultra Soft is specifically designed for the gentle cleaning of interdental spaces, and is particularly suited to cleaning around dental appliances such as orthodontic braces or even under and around bridges and implants. In addition the small brush head and long angled handle makes the Tandex Solo Ultra Soft extremely easy to grip, and so makes it ideal in cases where dexterity is a problem. If flossing isn’t for you, the Tandex Solo Extra Soft is the ideal means of improving the efficiency of your teeth-cleaning regime. For more information on Tandex Solo visit www.tandex.dk