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n Since 2000, Koelnmesse Singa- pore has been hosting the Inter- national Dental Exhibition and Meeting (IDEM) in partnership withtheSingaporeDentalAssocia- tion. This morning, the event will beheldfortheninthtimetoupdate dental professionals from all over the Asia-Pacific region about the latest developments and innova- tions in their field. Over the course of the next three days, more than 8,000 dental professionals are expected to at- tend the meeting, which will pres- ent a diverse clinical programme, as well as a multiple-level trade exhibition, for which 550 dental manufacturers and deal- ersfromallovertheglobe have registered this year. Twelvenationalpavilions will be present at the show, including joint par- ticipationbyChina,Japan and South Korea, as well as Germany and the US. There will be a number of world-première product launches by leading den- tal suppliers, including new implant systems, dental disinfection lines and digital practice man- agement solutions. Many of these products will be available to dentists in Asia for the first time. Participants at this year’sshowwillalsobeabletofind out more about the latest dental tools and technologies during the dailysymposiumprogrammebeing presented by the Dental Tribune Study Club again at Booth 6N-17 in the exhibition hall on Level 6. “Since its conception in 2000, IDEM Singapore has gone from strength to strength, with every edition attracting more buyers to the exhibition and more delegates to the conference, and with visi- tor numbers doubling over the past decade,” commented Michael Dreyer,Koelnmessevicepresident for the Asia-Pacific region. “This year, we are most delighted to be holding the event for the ninth time, presenting an even larger conference and exhibition.” The IDEM 2016 programme will start this morning with presenta- tions on improving periodontal health, implantology and infection control, among other topics. Theofficialopeningcer- emony will take place at 10 am outside Hall 403/404. Singapore MinisterofHealthGan Kim Yong has been an- nounced as the guest of honour. For more informa- tion on IDEM Singa- pore 2016, please visit the official congress website at www.idem- singapore.com. The latest news from the show floor is available dailythroughthetoday international congress newspaper or online at the Den- tal Tribune Asia Pacific website (dental-tribune.asia).7 Collect your free sample kit! Booth 4M-22 Interdental Brushes TePe’s wide selection of interdental brushes offers an option for every need. The brushes are available with a short or long handle, straight or angled brush head and different filament textures. Of course, they also come in a variety of sizes to fit every interdental space. Which TePe do you choose? Explore the complete range at www.tepe.com We care for healthy smiles AD160008INT 09 07 08 IDEM · Singapore · 8–10 April, 2016 Official news for visitors and exhibitors AD Interview today spoke with Eva Maria Roer, CEO of DT&SHOP,about the many highlights her com- pany will present at IDEM Singapore 2016 in- cluding its CAD/CAM units and new FINOCAM A5 milling machine. »Page 2 New Dentist Forum IDEM presenter and Dental Gateway director Dr Christine Bellmann about career opportuni- ties in dentistry and how to find a healthy bal- ancebetweenfulfillingcareergoalsandhaving rewarding downtime. »Page 8 What’s on in Singapore Owing to its rich cultural and culinary scene, Singapore offers something for nearly every- one. Here are some tips how to spend your time off in the Lion City. »Page 19 More than 8,000 professionals expected for IDEM 2016 Ninth edition ofAsia Pacific dental show to open this morning at Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre Exhibition opening hours • Friday, 8 April: 10.00 am–6.00 pm • Saturday,9April:10.00am–6.00pm • Sunday,10April:10.00am–4.00pm Registration Dental professionals can still register for IDEM Singapore 2016 onsite at the registration counters on Level 3. There are discounts for members of the Singapore Dental Association,aswellasforauxiliary staff and dental students. Internet Freewirelessinternetisavailable in all areas of the exhibition centre. Money ATM machines can be found throughout the Suntec City Mall. Banks in Singapore are open from 9.30amto3.00pmonweekdays,and 9.30 am to 11.30 am on Saturdays. Embassies Foreign representation offices can provide help in emergency situations like lost passports or visas. They can also assist with travel arrangements or give legal advice. Contact information for foreign missions other than those provided in the list below can be found at the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (www.mfa.gov.sg). Australian High Commission 25 Napier Road, +65 6836 4100 Ambassade de France 101-103 Cluny Park Road, +65 6880 7800 Botschaft der Bundesrepublik Deutschland #12-00 Singapore Land Tower, 50 Raffles Place, +65 6533 6002 The High Commission of India 31 Grange Road, +65 6238 2537 Ambasciata d’Italia 101 Thomson Road #27-02, +65 6250 6022 Embassy of Japan 16 Nassim Road, +65 6235 8855 Embassy of the Republic of Korea 47 Scotts Road, +65 6256 1188 US Embassy 27 Napier Road, +65 6476 9100 Emergency telephone numbers • Police: 999 (112 or 911 from an international phone) • Emergencies, Fire or Ambulance: 995 • Lost credit cards 1800 227 6868 (VISA) or 6227 8888 (MasterCard) Useful information 5 Registration counters on Wednesday morning. This year’s IDEM is held for the ninth time. © Andrey Popov Spot the difference Booth 4-G03 AD TDI0616_01_Title 07.04.16 12:28 Seite 1 25 Napier Road, +6568364100 +6568807800 50 Raffles Place, +6565336002 31 Grange Road, +6562382537 +6562506022 +6562358855 47 Scotts Road, +6562561188 27 Napier Road, +6564769100 18002276868 (VISA) or 62278888 (MasterCard) TDI0616_01_Title 07.04.1612:28 Seite 1