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manufacturer news news determination of root canal length New apex locator from FKG Dentaire The apex locator S-Apex by FKG Dentaire SA combines design and preci- sion in a compact format: Measuring 6 cm x 11 cm x 6 cm, the S-Apex takes up little place, fi ts every hand and can be stored on any instrument tray. The S-Apex meets all the criteria of the latest generation apex locator, especially as it works according to the proven ratio technique. This in- volves measuring the impedances of two frequencies (400 Hz and 8 kHz) to provide an absolutely precise length measurement. Blood, electrolytes or other substances do not impair its reliability. It is not necessary to set the device on zero before each measurement; the automatic calibration eliminates the effect of such sources of disturbance as temperature chang- es inside the canal. into the canal, the more bars appear on the large LCD display. In the apical region, the colour of the bars changes from blue to green—an indication to the practitioner that the critical region has been reached. In addition, an audible signal can also be activated. For enhanced safety the practitioner can mark the important points of the root canal treatment on the display: The “fl ash” bar is set in the region of the apex; it acts as a reference point for measuring or enlarging the root canal. The “memory” bar marks such points as the start of a sharp bend or shows at which point a change in the fi le size becomes necessary. The practitioner is informed during the measurements of the exact fi le position at every point in the root canal. The deeper the fi le penetrates www.fkg.ch endodontic obturation system EQ-V: Your choice for continuous wave obturation Meta Biomed has now established its European headquarters in Mülheim/Ruhr in Germany and, with the move, the Korean medical technology company is aiming at increasing its presence throughout Europe. Meta Biomed has a deserved reputation of being one of the dental industry’s primary innovators, as the company’s focus on research and development has achieved con- tinual breakthroughs in the quality and perfor- mance of its medical devices and biomate- rials. The focus of improvement innovation continues with the launch of Meta Biomed’s new EQ-V endodontic obturation system, which promises to deliver reliable, convenient and precise root canal obturation. through The decision to base Meta Bio- med in Mülheim has been warmly welcomed by local eco- nomic development company Mülheim/Ruhr & Business and state- owned economic develop- ment agency NRW.INVEST, both of which have supported Meta 42 roots 4 2017 Biomed throughout the expansion process. As a company with more than 1,000 employees worldwide, establishing itself in Germany is recognition of the “made in Germany” label as an international signifi er of high quality. This emphasis on providing exceptional products refl ects the company’s own corporate ethos. Meta Biomed’s EQ-V is a brand-new system that offers a revolutionary and convenient option for continuous wave obturation. With the user in mind, both the EQ-V Pack and Fill are light- weight and ergonomically de- signed to allow for comfortable handling. Each is protected with chemically proven hous- ing material and offers out- standing heating perfor- mance, as the fi ll needs just 35 seconds to reach a temperature of 200 °C. A highly effi cient and replaceable lithium battery ensures that the EQ-V has an extended battery time, making it ideal for longer and more com- plicated procedures. The device’s unique 360° rotating cartridge provides dental professionals with unparalleled access and precision, and comes with the added benefi t of being easily replaceable and disposable. All in all, the EQ-V is a product that embodies Meta Biomed’s com- mitment to providing low-cost, high-quality solutions for everyday dental procedures. Meta Biomed is inviting dental professionals to join the company at the 2017 International Den- tal Show, to be held in Cologne in Germany, from 21 to 25 March. There is a great level of excitement at Meta Biomed about showcasing its industry-leading endodontic products to such a large audience. “We will be located at Booth B060 in Hall 11.1 and are looking forward to meeting our customers and answering any questions they may have,” said Ian Yun, Managing Direc- tor at Meta Biomed. http://www.meta-biomed.com/eng/