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Contents 34 86 42 94 10 72 118 2 People 2 Book of the Month 4 News 16 Products 24 Innovations 30 Events 46 Australian Dentistry Awards 48 Clinical 48 Using the CLEARFIL MAJESTY™ ES Flow and CLEARFIL MAJESTY™ ES-2 Universal combination: Expediting Excellence in Direct Functional Esthetics 52 A critical evaluation of airway-driven Controlled Arch techniques involving dental advancement of the maxillary and mandibular segments 54 Smile Analysis Part II: Mini Aesthetics: unveiling the smile 58 Reconstituting Botulinum Toxin: What to use, why it matters, and how to do it well 60 Rethinking Hyaluronidase: From Elective Tool to Emergency Essential 62 Total rehabilitation of a fully edentulous maxilla with immediate loading using Straumann® Pro Arch concept 68 #2 MO and #3 DO Back-to-Back Restorations using the Garrison®Quad Matrix System™ 70 How to get rid of food traps quickly and easily 72 Advancing clear aligner therapy: the TrioClear® approach 74 Contemporary management of a deep carious lesion and pulpal exposure 78 Case Study: Canine Substitution: Why “Good Enough” Often Isn’t Good Enough 80 Long-term performance of miniature implants in full-arch rehabilitation 82 Human Gingival Crevicular Fluids (GCF) Proteomics: An Overview 86 Oral Health 88 Partnering with patients 90 Company Profile 100 Is there life after Dental Practice ownership 102 Artificial Intelligence 106 Columnists 112 Finance 114 Gamma Talk: Radiation Safety 116 Dentistry around the world 118 Reality Bites 120 The Full Complement Publisher Great Australian Publishing PO Box 4230 Black Rock, Vic 3193 Amos Lang – Managing Editor Founding editor & publisher of Australasian Dentist and Implant Dentistry Today; editor and journalist. B.A. (Writing Majors) Advertising Tel: 03 9502 0792 Mobile: 0402 405 279 Editorial, subscription and mailing enquiries Tel: 03 9502 0792 Email: gapmagazines@gmail.com PO Box 4230 Black Rock, Vic 3193 Material submitted: While every care is taken with solicited and unsolicited materials supplied for consideration and/or publication, neither the editor nor the publisher accept any liability for loss or damage however caused. The Publisher, Great Australian Publishing, accepts no responsibility for views expressed within supplied material. ©Copyright. This publication is copyright. No part of it may be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of the publisher. Clinical Editors Dr Michael Stubbs B.D.Sc (Adel), M.D.S(Adel), M.D.Sc (Melb), F.R.A.C.D.S. Assoc/Professor Oral Medicine Latrobe University Consultant Oral Medicine Specialist Dr Geoffrey Hall Specialist orthodontist; teaching general dentists in the area of orthodontics, both nationally and internationally Director, BDSc (Melb) Cert Orth (Uni of Penn) MRACDS (Orth) Founder and Director of Complete Aligner Planning Service (C.A.P.S ) Feature writers Danny Chan, Jade Richardson
2 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST PEOPLE Shelby MacDonald, Ivoclar Clinical Sales Specialist, Vic Ivoclar welcomes Shelby, our new Clinical Sales Specialist in Victoria. Shelby brings extensive experience in the Australian dental industry, having progressed from dental nurse to practice manager before moving successfully into dental sales. Her clinical expertise and strong understanding of work ows enable her to identify new opportunities and drive sales growth. Outside of work, Shelby enjoys yoga, pilates and water skiing with her family at Lake Eildon. u To book a time to meet Shelby and see how she can support you and your business, please contact her on: Shelby MacDonald Clinical Sales Specialist Mobile: 0439 536 100 Email: shelby.macdonald@ivoclar.com Office Address: 1-5 Overseas Drive, Noble Park North, VIC 3174 www.ivoclar.com Hari Sathiyamoorthy, Ivoclar Clinical Sales Specialist, NSW Ivoclar welcomes Hari, our new Clinical Sales Specialist in NSW. Hari brings experience from both clinical and commercial settings, beginning his career as a dental assistant before moving into business development within a medical start up. He enjoys working closely with clinicians and supporting them with products that enhance both patient care and clinical outcomes. Outside of work, Hari enjoys photography – particularly corporate headshots – and exploring creative ways to capture people at their best. u To book a time to meet Hari and see how he can support you and your business, please contact him on: Hari Sathiyamoorthy Clinical Sales Specialist Mobile: 0428 356 710 Email: harrishna.sathiyamoorthy@ivoclar.com Office Address: 25 Cleg Street, Artarmon, NSW 2064 www.ivoclar.com
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4 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST NEWS €250,000 is the total sum allocated for research within dentistry by the Eklund Foundation in 2026. e application portal will be open during May for the 11th year running, welcoming applicants from all parts of the world in all elds of dentistry. Both experimental and clinical studies within all elds of dentistry are accepted, but the foundation will prioritize projects that can be related to periodontology, Milestone reinforces Pearl’s regulatory leadership and expands access to AIpowered diagnostics for patients of all ages across Australia Pearl, the global leader in dental AI solutions, has announced it achieved a rst-of-its-kind regulatory clearance in Australia, becoming the rst company to secure approval for AI-powered radiologic dental pathology detection for pediatric patients. is regulatory milestone clears the path for deployment of Pearl’s Second Opinion® for Kids platform across the Australian market. Second Opinion®, Pearl’s agship AI solution, now supports dental professionals in reviewing radiographs for patients four and older by applying computer vision and machine learning to automatically detect and identify key pathologic and nonpathologic ndings. Pearl’s AI delivers its ndings in real-time for patient-facing display in the dental operatory, helping dentists ensure the accuracy of their x-ray evaluations and enabling them to better communicate diagnoses to patients. Last year, Pearl launched its Second Opinion for Kids interface in the United States and United Kingdom dental markets, providing clinicians with a child-friendly tool for communicating with younger implantology, or cariology. Researchers may apply for funding of a project in its entirety or for part of a project. Even though the application period runs during May, the application form can be previewed at the Eklund Foundation website, eklundfoundation.org, all year round, together with helpful information for applicants. e Board will announce the recipients in September/October. Information in short: u Allocated sum: €250,000 u Application period: 1-31 May 2026 u Announcement of grants: September/ October 2026 u Applications from any location or university are accepted u Read more and apply at www. eklundfoundation.org u For more information, please contact marketing.au@tepe.com patients and their parents. Dentists throughout Australia can now access the bene ts of Pearl’s pediatric platform. By extending AI-powered radiographic analysis to pediatric care in Australia, Pearl continues to advance its mission to support improved clinical con dence and patient outcomes for dentists serving patient populations worldwide. “Securing both pathology detection and pediatric approvals in Australia reinforces Pearl’s global leadership in dental AI,” said Ophir Tanz, founder and CEO of Pearl. “We’re proud to bring comprehensive, AIpowered diagnostic support to Australian providers and help ensure better care for patients of all ages.” is regulatory achievement further strengthens Pearl’s position as dentistry’s global leader, with clearances in more than 120 countries. u P: 02 8921 0048 E: service@gammatech.com.au W: www.gammatech.com.au Eklund Foundation for Odontological Research and Education allocates €250,000 for grants in 2026 Pearl secures market- rst Australian clearance for pediatric dental AI pathology detection About Pearl Pearl is an AI-driven company commi ed to enhancing patient care in dentistry. Founded in 2019 by a team with decades of experience developing successful, enterprise-grade computer vision solutions, Pearl introduced the first-ever FDA-cleared AI capable of reading and instantly identifying diseases in dental x-rays. With regulatory clearance in 120 countries, Pearl’s AI assists dentists in making precise clinical decisions and eectively communicating with patients, thereby transforming the dental care experience worldwide. As dentistry’s global AI leader, Pearl is commi ed to the ongoing innovation of robust, accessible AI tools that improve patient health outcomes and build greater trust in dental medicine. To request a demo, contact Gamma Tech, Pearl’s oicial distributor in the ANZ region. Background The Eklund family, owners of the oral health company TePe, created the Eklund Foundation in celebration of their long-standing relationship with the dental professional community. Since 2016, the foundation has allocated up to €250,000 annually, supporting odontological research worldwide; among the recipients are teams in Italy, France, The Netherlands, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, the UK, and the USA. More information about the grants, published studies, and interviews with previous recipients are available on the website. The Eklund Foundation was established in 2015 to support research and education in the odontological field. It rests on a donation of MSEK 50 by the Eklund family, owners of the Swedish company TePe Oral Hygiene Products. More information is available at www. eklundfoundation.org
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6 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST NEWS The July/Aug 2023 edition of Australasian Dentist reported on the launch of Tooth Buddies, an avenue for supporting simple, yet e ective, grassroots, primary oral health programs in Vanuatu. Tooth Buddies is an initiative of the Australian NGO, Medical Sailing Ministries Inc. (MSM), who, in association with in-country partners and the Vanuatu Ministry of Health (MoH), established a daily, supervised, brushing program called Gudfala Tut Skul (pr Goodfella Toot Skool), meaning “Healthy Teeth School”. It all began in 2018 with one school and a few dozen kids, and over time expanded to 72 locations, across three provinces, directly involving 4,000 children aged 4-6, plus an estimated 15-20,000 additional family members. Back in 2023 we had just received o cial “Vanuatu Made” recognition for the coconut oil-based, bubblegum avored, uoride toothpaste, used in the brushing program. e toothpaste formulation was generously developed by DentaLife Australia, in response to the children’s dislike of the strong minty avour of traditional products, which the children described as “too spicy”. Due to the devastating impact of the 17 December 2024 earthquake, along with tropical cyclones Kevin, Judy, Lola and Tam, the past three years have been a challenge. Although, an exciting development has been the development of an oral health training course to up-skill maternal health nurses, with a particular focus on mothers and babies. To ensure these grassroots programs continue to grow, we are now eager to partner with oral health professionals and dental clinics. We invite you to become a Vanuatu Tooth Buddy, through the support of Gudfala Smile – both the brushing and training programs – described below: Gudfala (pr Goodfella) Smile – Preschool Brushing Gudfala Smile – Preschool, is a supervised brushing program, focusing on children aged 3 to 5. It builds on the success of the Gudfala Tut Skul (pr Goodfella Toot Skool) program, rst established in 2018 following the launch of Vanuatu’s rst-ever truly national oral health survey. A survey that revealed: u 70% of 5-7-year-olds su er tooth decay u 77.5% su er from bleeding gums, and u 40% rarely, or never brush their teeth As we often say, for the cost of just three cappuccinos, around $12, one child can participate in the program for one whole year. e ve key elements of the Gudfala Smile – Preschool brushing program are that it is: 1. Evidence Based 2. Vanuatu run 3. Proven and Repeatable 4. Uses locally made toothpaste, and 5. Involves around 4,000 children daily Gudfala Smile – Oral Health Nurse Training Program Continuing with the … “prevention is better than cure” … approach, this program is all about up-skilling maternal health nurses with primary oral health knowledge and skills. Speci cally, to impact 0–2-year-olds, and of course, mothers and carers. e program has been enthusiastically embraced and implemented by the Vanuatu MoH, with generous support from the UK-based Borrow Foundation and the Northern Territory Health Department. In addition, there was the vision, dedication and plain hard work of dentist Dr Barry Stewart, a former director of MSM. Along with oral health education, awareness and the adoption of positive hygiene habits, the course teaches the application of uoride varnish. In support of this, a “Varnish for Vanuatu” campaign was launched late last year by the Oral Health Association of Australia (OHAA). If you’d like to get involved, feel free to make contact through the Tooth Buddies website where tax deductible donations can also be made. Your Invitation to Become a Vanuatu Tooth Buddy If you’d like to support the Gudfala Smile brushing and/or training programs, we’d really love to hear from you. Find out more by emailing Rob, Mike and Deb at msmvanuatu@gmail.com or by visiting the website at www.toothbuddies.com.au/ support You may even consider “adopting” a kindy or playgroup, ensuring all the children can participate in the program. We could then arrange regular reports from the eld, which you can share with friends, colleagues and patients. As they say in Vanuatu … Lukim Yu and Tank yu Tumas u References: Tooth Buddies Contact: msmvanuatu@gmail.com Vanuatu National Oral health Survey FACT SHEET: https://msm.org.au/wp-content/ uploads/2021/09/2018-11-10-FACT-SHEET-FINAL. pdf Story of Gudfala Tut Colour Picture Book: https:// msm.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/StoriBlong-Gudfala-Tut-Childrens-Book-low-res.pdf Support Tooth Buddies at: https://toothbuddies. com.au/support Teacher’s feedback on Gudfala Tut Skul program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZT2H_hYDBo Gudfala Smile Nurse Training Program, TV report: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ByDzLfP214 Become a Vanuatu Tooth Buddy through grassroots oral health programs By Rob Latimer, Sailor and co-founder of Medical Sailing Ministries Inc.
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8 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST NEWS In an era where online modules and prerecorded lectures have become the norm, the Advanced Dentistry Institute (ADI) is doing something increasingly rare, putting real patients back at the centre of clinical training. Founded in 2013 by Dr Yohan omas, a specialist prosthodontist with over a decade of mentoring experience, the institute was built on a premise that remains as relevant today as it was at the beginning: that genuine clinical con dence comes from doing the work, not watching someone else do it. More than a decade on, ADI has grown into a community of over 365 alumni, from general dentists to specialists who came looking for skills and left with something far better: the con dence and ability to provide high-quality care within their own practice. What sets ADI apart isn’t the training alone. It’s the support and guidance behind it. Courses are conducted at a purposebuilt university in India, a 33-chair facility equipped with sterilisation suites, modern surgical motors, and full CBCT diagnostics. Patients are medically and dentally screened before any course begins. Every candidate is paired with their own specialist mentor. e group sizes are deliberately small because the one-to-one model only works if it’s actually one-to-one. Over ve days, candidates place implants, perform surgical extractions, or treat multi-canal root canals on live patients. No models no cadavers and certainly no animal heads “Our goal is simple,” says Dr omas. “To bridge the gap between theory and con dent clinical application. We don’t want you to just know the technique, we want you to own it and you can only do that by getting hands on experience” e impact extends well beyond the candidates themselves. rough its e prosthodontist who took Australian dentists to India, and changed how they practice university partnership, ADI provides free dental treatment to screened patients in underserved communities, people for whom these procedures would otherwise be out of reach. It’s a model that is, as Dr omas puts it, as ethical as it is educational. e India course portfolio spans beginner and advanced implant placement, All-on-X, surgical/impacted extractions, rotary endodontics, and a recently introduced full denture program. Back in Australia, the training extends across the whole practice. A one-day implant restorative course gives dentists hands-on experience in impressions, digital scanning, and crown insertion plus practical skills for the clinical-to-lab work ow. For dental hygienists, a dedicated implant maintenance course covers periimplant assessment, instrumentation, and early detection of complications. And for practices expanding into providing implant treatment, a half-day surgical support program equips dental assistants with the setup, sterility, and chairside work ow fundamentals that keep procedures running smoothly. Each program is built around the same principle: leave knowing you can do it, not just that you’ve been taught it. e experience doesn’t end when you get back to your practice, either. ADI runs pre-course preparation and post-course clinical mentorship in Australia, monthly sessions, ongoing case planning, and inclinic mentoring visits from Dr omas for candidates who want support in their own practices. Sally Lumber, is the course coordinator at ADI. Her background spans dental assisting through to practice management, and her role covers everything a candidate might otherwise have to worry about; from accommodation and airport transfers to cultural excursions, and she can provide the kind of guidance that only comes from having worked in every aspect of a dental practice. “We know our candidates are often stepping out of their comfort zones,” says Sally. “So we make it easy. All you need to bring is your desire to learn.” Candidates come back having done the work, and their testimonials re ect it. Within weeks they’re placing their rst solo implants and keeping the surgical extractions they’d once been referring. ey describe knowing, for the rst time, exactly where their skill level sits and what they’re ready to attempt. For the general dentist tired of referring cases that they know they are capable of, or the new graduate who can already see the ceiling, ADI o ers something the standard CPD calendar doesn’t: training on real patients, with a specialist beside you, and support that continues long after you’re home. What could your next ve days look like, if you spent them closing that gap? u
10 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST C M Y CM MY CY CMY K NEWS As patient demand for implant treatment continues to rise, so too does the need for high-level clinical education capable of preparing dentists to deliver safe, predictable and evidence-based care. Increasingly, Australian clinicians are searching not merely for implant courses, but for credible mentorship from educators actively operating at the highest levels of contemporary implant practice. It is within this context that Professor Paul Greham, founder of the Institute of Clinical Implantology (ICI), has emerged as one of the country’s most recognised voices in implant education. In recent months, Professor Greham has received two major professional distinctions recognising both his clinical and educational contributions to implant dentistry. Most notably, he was awarded Advanced Implant Education Leader of the Year 2026 – Australia at the prestigious LUXlife Magazine Global Private Education Awards – an international program recognising excellence, innovation and leadership in professional education worldwide. e award follows another major national recognition received only Australian implantologist recognised for leadership in Advanced Implant Education The landscape of implant dentistry in Australia is changing rapidly. months earlier, when Professor Greham was formally recognised as Australian Implantologist of the Year 2025 at the Australian Dentistry Awards in Melbourne. Together, the awards represent an increasingly rare combination within modern dentistry: high-level clinical achievement combined with recognised educational leadership. For many clinicians, the distinction matters. Implantology, the educational organisation founded by Professor Greham to provide advanced implant training for Australian and New Zealand dentists. Unlike many commercially driven programs, the ICI has been built around a mentorship-based model that emphasises clinical judgement, evidence-based protocols and practical hands-on learning. e Institute’s agship educational program, Implantology Foundations, has been speci cally developed for general dentists seeking a structured and realistic entry into implant dentistry. e course combines surgical principles, treatment planning, restorative concepts and handson practical training within a highly immersive educational environment. Importantly, the philosophy of the program is deliberately grounded in realism rather than hype. “ ere is too much pressure in modern education to create the illusion that implant dentistry is easy,” says Professor Greham. “It is not easy. It is highly rewarding, but it requires discipline, biological understanding and sound decisionmaking. Good education should build con dence gradually and responsibly – not recklessly.” at message appears to resonate strongly with clinicians. Participants who have trained under Professor Greham frequently cite the practical nature of the education, the openness surrounding complication management, and the emphasis on realworld clinical decision making as key e implant education market has become crowded in recent years, with an explosion of short-format courses, commercial training programs and heavily marketed educational events. Yet many dentists remain uncertain about where to seek training that is genuinely credible, clinically rigorous and grounded in realworld practice. Professor Greham believes the issue is not simply the quantity of implant education available – but the quality and philosophy behind it. “Implant dentistry is not something that should be oversimpli ed,” he explains. “Patients are trusting clinicians with complex biological, surgical and restorative treatment. Education in this eld carries a profound responsibility. e goal should not be simply teaching somebody how to place an implant. e goal is teaching them how to think critically, diagnose appropriately and deliver treatment predictably and ethically.” at educational philosophy has become central to the Institute of Clinical
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12 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST NEWS di erentiators from conventional implant courses. e recent international recognition from LUXlife Magazine re ects precisely those strengths. According to the award body, recipients are selected based on innovation, leadership, educational impact and contributions to advancing professional standards within their respective industries. In Professor Greham’s case, the recognition speci cally acknowledged his contribution to advancing implant education through ethical mentorship and clinically grounded teaching methodologies. For the ICI founder, however, the award represents something broader than personal recognition. “ is is really about raising standards,” he says. “Implant dentistry is one of the most transformative areas in modern dentistry, but only when it is performed properly. Better education ultimately means better patient outcomes. at is the entire purpose.” Professor Greham’s clinical background gives additional weight to his educational role. As an active implant surgeon with extensive experience in full-arch rehabilitation, grafting procedures and advanced implant reconstruction, his teaching is heavily informed by practical clinical realities rather than purely academic theory. is real-world clinician and educator combination is increasingly valued by dentists seeking mentors who remain deeply involved in day-to-day patient care. It is also part of what has positioned the Institute of Clinical Implantology as the emerging name in Australian implant education. e Institute’s educational vision extends beyond simply running courses. e long-term goal is to establish a structured educational pathway capable of supporting clinicians from foundational implant training through to advanced surgical and restorative competence with live patient courses and on-going, structured, in-practice mentorship. at vision aligns closely with the broader evolution of implant dentistry itself. Modern implantology has become extraordinarily sophisticated. Digital work ows, CBCT-guided planning, immediate loading, advanced grafting protocols and full-arch rehabilitation have dramatically expanded what clinicians can o er patients. Yet these same advances have also increased the educational burden on practitioners entering the eld. Technology alone cannot replace understanding. A surgical guide does not replace judgement. A digital work ow does not eliminate biological risk. Implant dentistry remains fundamentally dependent upon diagnosis, planning and clinical reasoning. For Professor Greham, that is precisely why mentorship matters. “ e best implant clinicians are not simply technicians,” he explains. “ ey understand biology. ey understand risk. ey know when to proceed and when not to proceed. at level of judgement is developed through mentorship and experience – not shortcuts.” It is a philosophy increasingly attracting attention from clinicians seeking more than super cial education. As Australian dentistry continues to evolve, many believe the future of implant education will belong to educators capable not only of demonstrating technical skill, but also of developing critical thinking, ethical treatment planning and long-term clinical con dence in the next generation of dentists. e recent awards received by Professor Greham suggest that both nationally and internationally, his contribution to that mission is already being recognised. For dentists considering implant education, the message is becoming increasingly clear: If you are going to learn implant dentistry, learn from clinicians operating at the very highest level of the profession. Learn from educators recognised not only for what they do clinically – but for how e ectively they teach others to do it safely, predictably and ethically. u Learn from the best. https://www.icidental.com.au https://info.neoss.com/implantologyfoundations-2026-dr-paul-greham
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14 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST NEWS Infection control should be at the heart of every dental practice. It is not a single process or piece of equipment, but a mindset that should govern the approach to controlling potential spread of infection throughout the practice. at mindset is made much easier by equipment with built-in safeguards to protect both patients and sta from possible infection from contamination of equipment, instruments and airborne aerosols. At A-dec, infection control is built into every dental unit, giving you added peace of mind. From A-dec’s proprietary Alphasan antimicrobial tubing, together with the design of the A-dec control block which prevents water stagnating and the A-dec self-contained dental unit waterline system which is easily and simply treated with A-dec ICX® tablets to prevent contamination. Infection control is strongly guided by the ADA’s infection control guidelines, which cover everything from simple things like barriers and wiping down surfaces in the dental surgery, to reprocessing of dental instruments. A-dec equipment has easy-to-clean smooth upholstery and dental unit surfaces to make applying barriers and wiping down Infection control built into A-dec equipment between patients easier. is is especially the case with the Continental design delivery system where instruments can be easily picked up to wipe down the gently contoured control head underneath. can ush, purge, and consistently follow recommended waterline protocol, while leaving your hands free while you get on with other important tasks. e Flush Dock’s portable, stand-alone, and easy to move between rooms. At the end of the day, simply “rinse and repeat” with each chair while you get on with other things. When an A-dec syringe is inserted into the holder, it depresses the water button, automatically triggering the syringe ush. Hands-free instrument flushing Handpiece lines may be started by manually holding the ush toggle – or via the timed ush feature on the latest A-dec DS7 and CP5i control pads, which allow customised, pre-set ush timers to start the process for you. With the Flush Dock in place, it’s ready to go when you need it. e Flush Dock helps reinforce waterline maintenance protocols and can also be used for dental unit waterline purging after using A-dec ICX Renew® waterline shock treatments. From beginning to end, the thoughtful design of A-dec delivery systems ensures the highest level of infection control for you, your team and importantly, your patients. u Learn more at australia.a-dec.com A-dec Pro Turbines and handpieces e new turbine ‘Vaporiser’ feature – exclusive to the A-dec Pro delivery systems – purges the turbine with a blast of high-speed air, preventing water being drawn back into the turbine head, helping eliminate potential contamination. It also avoids the last drop from dripping onto the patient when the handpiece is removed from the oral cavity, adding to patient comfort and safety. A-dec’s XC-10 electric motor, suitable for contra angle and speed-increasing and speed-decreasing handpieces is also favoured by many for its quiet, powerful operation and for greatly reducing the production of aerosols compared to highspeed turbines. New Flush Dock e new A-dec Pro delivery systems also feature a unique “auto ush” function. Activating this operation purges all tubing to ensure there is only fresh water in the dental unit water lines. And at the end of the day, all dental waterlines can be easily ushed using this feature and the innovative new A-dec ush dock – a hands-free solution that doesn’t require a sink, bucket, HVE or cuspidor. With speci ed slots to hold handpieces and A-dec syringes, you
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We had the opportunity to exchange ideas and discuss openly, and we all contributed to improve the product. In the end, something truly outstanding emerged. At times, I was quite demanding in my feedback – we all put the material through its paces.” Maria Spanopoulou, Greece Product features with direct benefits for digital workflows Never before has a zirconium oxide material offered such a wide range of possibilities. Advanced GTx technology redefines aesthetics: An optimised gradient profile delivers lifelike light dynamics, while advances in shading technology ensure maximum shade accuracy – from chairside shade selection through to OptraGate® Dry Control: Saliva and liquid ejector with integrated tongue retraction for clear access to the treatment area With OptraGate Dry Control, Ivoclar introduces an innovative saliva and liquid ejector with an integrated tongue retractor, specifically designed to facilitate relative isolation and enable clear access to the treatment area, especially in combination with OptraGate 2. Its well-thought-out design supports efficient workflows in dental treatments and dental hygiene procedures, even without chairside assistance. The integrated tongue retractor helps protect the patient’s tongue from accidental contact with rotating instruments. area consistently dry. At the same time, the integrated tongue retractor keeps the tongue out of the way, reducing the risk of accidental contact with rotating instruments. This creates a safe treatment environment with optimized access to the treatment area, especially in the posterior region. Dr Dan Lazăr from Romania also highlights these features: “OptraGate Dry Control protects the tongue and delivers reliable suction performance. Thanks to its self-retaining design, it stays firmly in place, letting me work more comfortably and stay focused without constant readjustments.” Designed to be self-retaining With its ergonomic, self-retaining design, OptraGate Dry Control is easy to fit in the lower jaw and remains reliably in place without active holding or time-consuming readjustments needed. This supports an efficient treatment workflow, even in autonomous procedures, without chairside assistance. Its intuitive handling allows immediate use and seamless integration into existing clinical workflows. Customisable fitting options ensure a secure fit and comfortable wear – even during longer procedures. When customer needs drive innovation IPS e.max Zirconia sets new standards for zirconium oxide Ivoclar presents latest member of the IPS e.max family – IPS e.max Zirconia redefining the limits of zirconium oxide. The new OptraGate Dry Control Explaining OptraGate Dry Control to a patient Combining OptraGate Dry Control and OptraGate 2 creates the ideal conditions for effective relative isolation. A strong team for relative isolation: OptraGate Dry Control in combination with OptraGate 2 OptraGate 2 is a latex-free lip and cheek retractor that enables generous access to the treatment area. When applied in combination with OptraGate Dry Control, ideal conditions for effective relative isolation are created. The combination of wide 270-degree suction coverage, integrated tongue retractor and lip and cheek retraction ensure a clean, dry treatment area for optimal performance. Together, OptraGate Dry Control and OptraGate 2 offer decisive advantages, especially in adhesive dentistry. OptraGate Dry Control covers a wide range of clinical applications. It is suited for use in dental examinations, tooth preparations, direct restorative procedures and the placement of indirect restorations. OptraGate Dry Control enhances treatment efficiency and reinforces Ivoclar’s commitment to offering practiceoriented solutions for modern dentistry. For more information about this product, please visit https://bit.ly/iv-optragate-drycontrol For efficient workflows Adequate moisture control and clear access to the treatment area are basic requirements for successful dental treatments. OptraGate Dry Control is designed to satisfy both requirements effectively and support clinical procedures efficiently. The 270-degree suction coverage with multiple suction openings ensures effective moisture control across a wide area, keeping the treatment
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PRODUCTS 18 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST the final result. IPS e.max Zirconia covers the full spectrum of all-ceramic applications, from thin veneers to wide-span bridges – reducing inventory requirements. The material’s improved microstructure enhances its milling and sintering performance. The new 4Y-PSZ / 5Y-PSZ powder combination significantly reduces sintering times: u 58 minutes for restoration up to three-unit bridges u 2 hours and 57 minutes for larger cases up to full arch restorations. Together with the material’s high accuracy of fit and shade, this boosts lab efficiency while ensuring reliable, aesthetic outcomes for patients. All properties were verified through extensive testing – including 2 million chewing cycles in a chewing simulator under a load of 550 newtons. Only materials that pass these tests are accepted into the IPS e.max family. Because IPS e.max delivers on its promise: All ceramics. All you need. An unbeatable combination: the “Redefining Package” The combination of IPS e.max Zirconia and IPS e.max Ceram Art offers laboratories creative freedom, efficiency and high-end aesthetics. Coordinated with each other from the development stage, the two products work together seamlessly. IPS e.max is driving innovation in restorative dentistry, shaped by ongoing changes in the dental market and technological advances in restoration manufacturing. IPS e.max Zirconia is a testament to that innovative strength in the field of all-ceramics. To mark the product launch, Ivoclar is offering both products together in an exclusive duo pack: The “Redefining Package Red & Enjoy. Work. Flow. True to this principle, Ivoclar, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of integrated solutions for high-quality dental applications, is launching two new 5-axis milling machines: the PrograMill® 7 and the PrograMill® 7 Pure. Developed in response to the professional ambitions, suggestions and needs of dental technicians around the world, the new PrograMill 7 series comes equipped with a host of smart features. Built to run with minimal intervention, these machines save time and boost productivity. Perform. Work. Flow. Intelligent automation for enhanced productivity Efficiency, precision and reliability are key requirements in modern laboratories. PrograMill 7 and PrograMill 7 Pure combine increased automation with advanced system performance, enabling smarter process planning. The new PrograMill series also supports a wide variety of restorative applications: from standard cases to complex, individualised restorations. The accompanying PrograMill CAM software delivers reliable results across the entire range of materials with minimal reworking. Fast calculation times and optimised milling paths form the basis for maximum precision and performance. Focus. Work. Flow. More power for processing challenging materials A major innovation is the high-performance 1.5 kW spindle, which can process even challenging materials such as IPS e.max® CAD and titanium alloys quickly and accurately. The evolution in milling excellence: Ivoclar presents the new PrograMill 7 IPS e.max Zirconia disc showing restoration versatility. White Esthetics” and the “Redefining Package White Esthetics”. For more information about this product, please visit https://bit.ly/iv-ips-emax-zirconia The new PrograMill 7 with 12-inch display. “The most versatile feature for us is the new power to the spindle. We’re known in my laboratory for doing bigger cases and more complex geometries. So, having that extra power has meant everything for our day-to-day. This newest version really is an improvement,” says John Wilson, owner of Sunrise Dental Laboratory in Yucaipa, California, USA. In everyday use, the new PrograMill 7 series also impresses with a generous 12-inch display and intuitive user interface. Clean. Work. Flow. Flexible changeover between wet and dry operation Another key feature of the new PrograMill 7 is its automatic changeover between wet and dry High-performance 1.5 kw spindle of the new PrograMill 7. Enjoy. Work. Flow. With the new PrograMill 7. modes without manual cleaning. This saves time every day. In dry mode, the built-in ioniser neutralises the static charge of the particles produced during PMMA processing, allowing clean and virtually residue-free evacuation. In wet mode, the integrated Active Air Suction system ensures quick, thorough cleaning and drying of the milling chamber. With its selfcleaning capabilities and automated material and tool changes, PrograMill 7 enables reliable overnight operation. Compact and powerful – PrograMill 7 Pure, designed for in-house laboratories The PrograMill 7 Pure is a compact solution for laboratories and clinical settings where space is at a premium – designed specifically for producing patient-specific restorations. With its flexibility and rapid responsiveness, it meets the demands of daily lab work with ease, supporting faster turnaround times, improved cost-effectiveness and reliable, predictable patient care delivered on schedule. For more information about this product, please visit https://bit.ly/iv-programill7 AU: 1300 486 252 orders.au@ivoclar.com NZ: 0508 486 252 orders.nz@ivoclar.com
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PRODUCTS 20 AUSTRALASIAN DENTIST C M Y CM MY CY CMY K Vision Butler is a comfortable, flexible, reusable silicone mouth retractor. Easy to place and remove while retracting the lips and the buccal tissues of the cheek and it won’t pop out. Vision Butler was developed by an Irish dentist who wanted a solution to the uncomfortable single use option and to reduce the clinics landfill waste. New Products from Amalgadent Cattani Australasia, a leader in dental plant room equipment, announced the launch of the Turbo SMART TS5 Dental Suction Unit, a ground-up redesign that maximizes practice efficiency with industry-leading suction power, advanced filtration technology, and real-time safety monitoring for up to five dental chairs. The new Turbo SMART TS5, redesigned on the proven Turbo SMART platform, combines SMART software control with a high-efficiency air/fluid separator and updated suction motor. Clinicians benefit from precise, reliable suction for up to five chairs, lower energy costs, and built-in HEPA H14 exhaust filtration – providing advanced infection prevention and consistent performance. “The main benefit of the Turbo SMART TS5 is its ability to ensure every dental chair delivers consistent performance, regardless of fluctuations in patient flow. It achieves this by combining our next-generation SMART software with a reimagined centrifuge and suction motor design. Through seamless integration of software and hardware, it functions like an engineer built into the unit, continuously monitoring chair demand and making automatic micro-adjustments,” said Mark Humphries, Group Technical Training & Product Development Manager at Cattani Australasia. More for less: Performance that pays back With a high-performance suction motor and dual curvature blades, the TS5 optimises aerodynamic efficiency to boost suction performance and lower energy costs – delivering greater value to practices. u 25% more chair capacity – Boosts usage to 5 chairs at full capacity, compared to the 4-chair limit of Turbo SMART B, offering greater productivity for growing practices. u 10% less energy usage – Operates at full five-chair capacity while consuming less energy than previous four-chair versions, delivering higher efficiency and cost savings. Clear the air with safety built in HEPA H14 filtration comes standard, capturing 99.975% of particles as small as 0.3 microns from exhaust air. This directly improves hygiene and air quality in your practice, especially in spaces with plant room or exhaust constraints. Annual filter replacement is quick and simple, making maintenance hassle-free. Intelligence that protects, and prevents downtime The Turbo SMART TS5’s active control logic continuously safeguards the unit. In an unlikely event of fluid overload, high temperature, or power surge, the system automatically protects itself and resumes operation when conditions normalise – minimising downtime and maintaining critical service for clinicians. Ready to grow with your practice With a parallel-ready* architecture, the Turbo SMART TS5 seamlessly grows as your practice expands – supporting multi-chair additions and multi-room clinics by adding 5 more chairs with each system. This flexibility ensures your investment adapts to your needs. Trusted compatibility – end to end Magnolia Puli-Jet Gentle 2.0 fully integrates with Turbo SMART TS5 systems, ensuring seamless compatibility and a unified, efficient suction-cleaning and disinfection process for the dental clinic. Surfaces that safeguard Turbo SMART TS5’s antimicrobial-coated surfaces, using Silver Ion Technology, help inhibit microbial growth. This adds an extra layer of safety and reliability for both clinicians and patients. Availability Turbo SMART TS5 is available through Cattani’s authorised distribution partners, with pre-orders now open. To find your closet dealer, visit www.cattani.com.au * Parallel connection of three or more units requires specialised Cattani switching control. New Products from Cattani Vision Butlers can be autoclaved up to 1,000 cycles, significantly reducing clinical waste & reducing overheads when compared to the expensive single use alternatives that are far less comfortable for the patient. Designed for multiple clinical uses including; Photography, hygiene procedures, digital imaging, tooth whitening, air abrasion & restorative dentistry. VisionButler is now available in two colours pink & black in 3 sizes; Small, Medium & Large. Vision Butler are available exclusively from Amalgadent: 1800 806 450 or visit www.amalgadent.com.au to order. Vision Butler Autoclavable Mouth Retractors Cattani Australasia unveils Turbo SMART TS5: The next generation of dental suction – reimagined for power, precision, and safety Cattani Turbo SMART TS5 – Dental Suction for up to 5 dental chairs.
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