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1 Issue 6 Summer 2011 All offers valid until 30/09/2011 or whilst stocks last Your Specialist in Digital and Laser Dentistry GREAT PRODUCTS AT GREAT PRICES sales@henryschein.co.uk

2 The UK s leading provider of in-surgery digital dental equipment services Our manufacturer-trained technicians deliver personalised, local service and are familiar with your practice s equipment and special requirements. We keep it simple - only one number to call and, most importantly, one consistent standard of excellence. Full care and maintenance programmes available on equipment, digital imaging, laser and CAD/CAM products Nationwide support Manufacturer-approved service and repairs New equipment installation and training Manufacturer-trained technicians CEREC service contracts now available Emergency telephone support from our technical experts Introducing our new local technical inspections from only 99 per surgery. Its part of our great service: great price commitment. Call us on and ask us about our Equipment Preventative Maintenance Programmes for optimal performance of your dental equipment. Equipment Financing Finance Solutions for Healthcare Practitioners New Leasing Agreement! 99 (inc. VAT) per month for the first 6 months ** on any product in this brochure!

3 Welcome to the latest edition of our Dental Innovations brochure. Henry Scheins specialist division are pleased to offer you the latest and most innovative dental products at great prices. Our team consists of specialist advisors, engineers and trainers, who will provide you with expert advice and service on all your innovative needs. Visit your local Showroom To find out more about how your practice could benefit and flourish from using the best technology, please contact our specialist team on Inside this issue... Panoral 3D X-ray 4 Panoral 2D X-ray 7 Intraoral 2D X-ray 10 Handheld X-ray 1 1 Phosphor Plate Systems 12 Sensors 13 CAD/CAM 14 Soft Tissue Lasers 17 Hard Tissue Lasers 18 FREE Webinar 20 FREE Verifiable CPD & Questionnaire 21 Accessories 23 Showroom Sale 24 Our Team Our local equipment specialists can provide the advice and guidance you ll need to take advantage of technologies that will keep your business competitive and more productive. They will evaluate your requirements and help you choose the equipment that is best suited to your practice goals and budget. Dental Innovations Sales / Equipment Service / sales@henryschein.co.uk Specialist Enquiries ProRepair: Financial Services: Software of Excellence: LONDON MARBLE ARCH CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE 18 Stanhope Place, London W2 2HH SCOTLAND SHOWROOM GLASGOW Unit 4, Clydebank Business Park, South Avenue, Clydebank, Glasgow G81 2LG SOUTH WEST SHOWROOM CARDIFF Courtney House, Pacific Business Park, Pacific Road, Cardiff CF24 5HJ LEEDS CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Unit 4, Centre 27, Bankwood Way, Birstall, West Yorkshire WF17 9TB To book a Showroom viewing, please call us on Quick Reference Guide... To help you choose what equipment is right for your practice, we have established a simple guide which will allow you to compare products from the same category against each other based on features and value. Look out for the Platinum, Gold and Silver symbols as you look through this brochure. Our Platinum Range benefits from some of the very best equipment available in the UK market today. The Gold Range is ideal for practitioners that demand high quality and reliability. The products in the Silver Range are designed to provide a good quality working environment whilst maintaining excellent value for money. Please note, sales calls may be recorded for training purposes. Offers valid from 21/06/2011 to 30/09 /2011. E & OE. All prices exclude VAT and are subject to availability or while stocks last. Henry Schein Minerva reserve the right to correct clerical omissions and errors in this flyer. Please note all prices are subject to change. All pictures in this publication are for illustration purposes only. Henry Schein Minerva Terms and Conditions apply. * All finance options shown are subject to status, availability and full credit approval. Monthly payments are subject to VAT at current rate. An arrangement fee may be charged with the first monthly payment. Full details available upon request from Henry Schein Financial Services. Examples shown are not a formal offer of finance. ** After 6 monthly payments at 99, the finance plan will revert to standard 54 month plan. The 6 months at 99 plus VAT is available on all finance approved before 30/09/2011. Henry Schein Minerva are certified under

4 PANORAL 3D X-RAY 3D DENTISTRY FOR EVERYONE Very easy to use A THREE-IN-ONE SOLUTION One unit for all your diagnostic needs With the possibility of blending three technologies into one, the Kodak 9000 system is the multi-faceted solution to fit all practitioners needs. It s the ideal and complete diagnostic tool that incorporates cutting-edge panoramic, cephalometric and 3D imaging. Panoramic Imaging Produces complete dentition overview, the ideal first step before treatment. Adjustable focal trough Easy and precise positioning User-friendly interface Price includes Free Orthodontic Auto Tracing Programme Cephalometric Imaging Provides an array of projections and software functions for cephalometric analysis. One shot technology of less than 1 second per Ceph shot High quality images Productivity enhancement Automatic tracing programs Compact and convenient design 3D Imaging Yields anatomically correct three-dimensional images directly on screen. Low radiation exposure Accessibly priced Easy to install and to operate Very high resolution images 4 Call us for a free in-surgery presentation...

5 KODAK D FREE PC and only 99 per month for the first 6 months! ** 10 REASONS to Consider the Kodak D System 1. Affordable 3D Imaging The Kodak D system is an innovative and cost effective two-in-one solution providing access to powerful, focused field 3D images at a very affordable price. 2. Compact and Elegant Design The Kodak D system was designed to fit into most practices. 3. High Resolution 3D Images Utilising the exclusive RVG technology, the Kodak D system provides images at voxels, the highest resolution in the industry. 4. Advanced Safety 50mm x 38mm focused field of view, helping limit radiation exposure to the patient when focusing only a localised area is of interest. Complete Mandibule/Maxillar views available if and when required. 5. Improved Patient Care Helping reduce multiple visits and rescheduling, saving you and your patients time and money. The opportunity to show a patient anatomical restrictions when treatment planning enhances understanding and consequently increases case acceptance. 6. Adaptable Panoramic Adapts to the patient s morphology for the pan acquisition. Multiple programs are also available for all your 2D diagnostic needs. 7. Triple Modality Three distinct systems are housed in one machine. 8. Flexible and Functional Software No manual intervention is required to change the sensors, eliminating the risk of sensor damage. 9. Easy Image Sharing 3D images from the Kodak D system are generated in standard DICOM format for easy image sharing D Localised Views The Kodak D system boasts a localised field of view for high resolution images and voxel size. New technology, new applications You can use your Kodak D system for an array of applications, including Endodontics, implantology, surgery, fracture and periapical lesion assessment and TMJ assessment. Implantology Endodontics Surgery Diagnosis Orthodontics sales@henryschein.co.uk 5

6 PANORAL 3D X-RAY NEW SIRONA ORTHOPHOS XG 3D ONLY 99 PER MONTH for the first 6 months! ** More than 20,000 dentists worldwide rely on ORTHOPHOS. The new ORTHOPHOS XG 3D combines the advantages of 2D and 3D into one comprehensive unit. With the extensive selections of panoramic and cephalometric programs to choose the right 2D X-ray image, with minimal radiation exposure for your patients, is now supplemented with the ability to capture the X-ray image in 3D. The 3D function increases diagnostic accuracy in your daily practice and in combination with CEREC, it offers new possibilities in implantology. Key benefits include: 2D-3D Hybrid unit: Proven digital panoramic and optional cephalometric functions now includes a 3D module. 3D Field of view of diameter 8cm x 8cm: optimised for daily tasks in the general practice. Best image quality with the lowest dose thanks to comprehensive 2D programs and perfect patient positioning. Ease of operation based on its intuitive control panel and automatic sensor rotation to meet 2D or 3D needs. Proven software for an integrated workflow that offers a comprehensive tool for scanning, diagnosing, treatment planning and implant placement using surgical guides. Over 35 imaging programs Better implant planning CEREC integration provides visualisation of proposed prosthetic! ORTHOPHOS XG 3D gives you the confidence you need to provide implants yourself or to increase the number of implants you place. This is made possible by the unique, simultaneous surgical and prosthetic implant planning with CEREC: the software combines the prosthetic proposal with the 3D X-ray data, allowing you to exactly determine the position of the implant while considering both function and aesthetics. Prosthetic planning Integrated planning Self implementation Even more possibilities 6 Call us for a free in-surgery presentation...

7 NEW SIRONA ORTHOPHOS XG 3D READY FROM ONLY 530 PER MONTH 3D X-ray doesn t yet fit your current plans for your practice? Keep the option open for the future: Sirona also offers a 3D module, allowing the ORTHOPHOS XG 3D ready to be upgraded to an XG 3D at any time. Benefit from the advantages of the tried-and-tested ORTHOPHOS XG family now - with perfect image quality and practice-adjusted workflow. Invest on the safe side, able to take the step into the 3rd dimension at any time. Discover a World Beyond 2D Panoramic Views The 3D module increases diagnosis confidence and opens up new possibilities in implantology in connection with CEREC. Save with Sirona The investment in 3D will pay off faster than you may think: thanks to 3D, you have better visibility and your patients will have a better understanding of your suggested therapy. Increasing case acceptance by one patient per month pays for the 3D module. Flexibility for Tomorrow Unit firmware can be updated at any time Customisable touchscreen interface Periodical software updates 3D module and ceph arm can be retrofitted at any time High-end technical specifications to accommodate future applications Your Future with 3D More security with difficult diagnoses Innovative, time-efficient workflow Increased patient trust Low-risk implant planning and surgery State-of-the-art Integrated Implantology An Investment that will Pay Off Reliable and durable technology provided by Sirona Tested in numerous clinical studies Extended warranty possible Fast amortization through expanded practice spectrum and increased case acceptance Integrated solutions for the entire practice 2D 3D THERE S MORE FROM SIRONA... Sirona Orthophos XG5 DS Sirona Orthophos XG3 ONLY 99 PER MONTH for the first 6 months! ** Contact us for latest prices sales@henryschein.co.uk 7

8 PANORAL 2D X-RAY NEW We will buy your old film based pan for 2,000 Now only 15,990 Uniquely intuitive control Efficient, pre-programmed exam selections SIMPLY EXCEPTIONAL Easy patient positioning The Progeny Vantage Panoramic System sets a new standard in digital panoramic imaging with its advanced technology and elegant design. It boasts an exceptional array of features, including exclusive smartphone technology, workflow-enhancing functionality and easy integration with practice management software. Vantage is everything you could want in your digital practice and more. SO MANY FEATURES - SO MUCH VALUE The Progeny Vantage Panoramic System is designed for day one productivity with high-value features included as standard on every system. Triple laser beam positioning guides 3-Motion Imaging Rotation Automatic spinal compensation Expanded kv and ma range Patient entry configurable at install Dedicated PC workstation with Progeny Imaging software and TWAIN interface Ceph upgrade capability Make it easy for just an extra Get an additional 12 months warranty and test pack! M.R.P. 17,990-2,000 = 15,990 SPECIFIC PROGRAMS FOR A CLEAR DIAGNOSIS STANDARD ADULT PAN Clear diagnostic images ENHANCED ADULT PAN Increased interproximal spacing PEDIATRIC PAN Reduced dose and clear diagnostic images TMJ STUDIES Both open and closed with results compiled on one image Adult Pan Pediatric Pan TMJ Study 8 Call us for a free in-surgery presentation...

9 PROGENY VANTAGE NEW Price includes PC and Flat Screen Complete ready to go system Open, elegant design BITEWING Complete bitewings on one image Immediate productivity Bitewing

10 INTRAORAL 2D X-RAY As an invaluable communication tool with patients, intraoral cameras are now an integral part of all dental practices. Increasingly compact, many can now easily manoeuvre to the distal area of second molars and most can now interface with your PC. PROGENY PREVA Incredible flexibility matched with exceptional imaging Key benefits include: Adjustable kv, ma and time 0.4mm focal spot Large easy to read display, easy to understand icons Exceptional imaging Unsurpassed arm stability Preva s distinctive handle design allows fast, one-handed positioning of the tube head Smooth-gliding arms provide a full range of motion Proprietary braking system eliminates drift and sag Easy to use pre-programmed settings Easy to programme manual settings Now only 1,699 For just an extra Get 12 months additional warranty, installation, HPA test pack, wall plate and remote control SIRONA HELIODENT PLUS Exactly tailored to your demands SATELEC X-MIND DC Simply Effective The HELIODENT Plus is a state-of-the-art intraoral X-ray system that is consistently oriented towards the requirements of your practice team. Durable and exactly tailored to your demands, it constantly ensures easy operation. Key benefits include: 0.4mm (IEC 336) focal spot Competent instead of complicated Excellent integration Safe diagnostics Exact alignment Outstanding image quality Multi-colour for multiple operating states Contact us for latest prices From 79 per month * for 60 months Key benefits include: Micro-processor controlled timer with voltage compensation to ensure correct dosage Compatible with digital imaging systems A timer, a wall plate, a soft positioner pantograph with 0.80m extension and a head with 12-inch long collimator as standard (round cone and additional arm lengths optional) Rectangular collimator Self-diagnosis of faults KODAK 2200 Very high frequency, accuracy and safety From 47 per month * for 60 months The new Kodak 2200 intraoral X-ray system features the proven Kodak performance plus an improved design for more accurate diagnosis and ease of use. It is designed to meet all your needs for comfort, safety and efficiency. Its high frequency X-ray generator supports superior image quality and better safety conditions for your patients and your staff. Improves diagnosis confidence Ideal for digital radiography Maximum image quality, minimum exposure Tube voltage: 60 kv, 70 kv 0.7 mm focal spot 8 focal length Arm length options: 67, 74 or To find out more about our extensive range of X-ray products, contact us today...

11 HANDHELD X-RAY NEW HANDHELD X-RAY SYSTEM ARIBEX NOMAD PRO Call us now for latest prices! The NOMAD Pro offers an enhanced user interface, preset and programmable exposure settings and additional time-saving features. Its light weight and cordless design improves dental radiography speed, convenience and efficiency. One NOMAD Pro does the work of multiple conventional X-ray systems, making it extremely economical. The leading technology of NOMAD Pro provides the highest level of safety, quality, and patient care for your dental practice. Key benefits include: Lightweight - Weighs only 2.5kg! Safe - Multiple third-party studies have proven - NOMAD HAS A SAFETY RECORD. Rechargeable - One charge produces hundreds of x-rays. Economical - One NOMAD Pro does the work of multiple conventional X-ray systems. Improves workflow, fast, and convenient. Practical - Handheld design allows operator to stay with the patient during procedure. Simple - No bulky arms, backing plates for walls or special cabinets. Versatile - In or out of the surgery, NOMAD Pro goes anywhere! Perfect for use with children, sedated and special needs patients. Accuracy - 0.4mm focal spot. my innovation When I built my office, I had to decide whether to use wall mounted X-ray machines or go with the NOMAD Pro handheld X-ray. Now we are using the NOMAD Pro on a daily basis, I am very glad that we chose to use it. One NOMAD Pro saved the money in construction costs versus the cost of multiple wall mounted X-ray machines for a four-operatory solution we have in our practice. Very well worth it! Dr Joseph Hidalgo NOMAD Pro has been a wonderful addition to my office. My assistants praise the NOMAD Pro for its simplicity and say that it is quicker to manoeuvre and easier to aim than a wall-mounted X-ray unit. The NOMAD Pro pays for itself because it has reduced chair time required for radiographs. I only need one or two per office and it can also be transported to my satellite office. Dr Sam J. Nechamkin sales@henryschein.co.uk 11

12 PHOSPHOR PLATE SYSTEMS COST EFFECTIVE DIGITAL IMAGES A simple transition from film, indirect digital scanners are an excellent solution for practices seeking constant quality digital radiographs and ease of use. Most indirect scanners offer the option of scanning the phosphor plates at various resolutions to achieve the desired level of image detail. Key benefits include: Cost effective for larger surgeries Centralised scanner solution Compact and neat No chemicals, film processor or dark room needed All Phosphor Plate Systems can integrate easily with Practice Management Software DÜRR VISTASCAN MINI PLUS Compact without compromise Key benefits include: With PCS technology, VistaScan Mini can reliably resolve caries D1 lesions and endo instruments down to ISO 06 All intraoral image plates, from size 0 to 4, can be used Read out, erase and make ready for the next use in one step VistaScan Mini Plus: in-built data screen allows the operator to allocate the image accurately SATELEC DIGORA PSPIX Designed to make intraoral imaging easier and more efficient Sensor sizes Size 0: 22mm x 31mm Size 1: 24mm x 40mm Size 2: 31mm x 41mm Size 3: 27mm x 54mm GENDEX DENOPTIX QXT COMBO Digital made easy Key benefits include: Clean, fast, chemical free digital processing Reliable, consistent digital image output Improved patient comfort with wireless, flexible and thin imaging plates Positions like film and delivers ease of integration Delivers digital imaging to entire practice in one simple, economical step Sensor sizes Size 0: 22mm x 35mm Size 1: 24mm x 40mm Size 2: 31mm x 41mm Size 3: 27mm x 54mm Size 4: 57mm x 76mm Key benefits include: Easy to use and fast to operate: readout time of 4.3 to 7.5 seconds A constant image quality Smart design, ergonomic and compact Perfect for multi-op or single-op practices and offers a user-friendly and economical solution to practices with several dentists Pre-visualisation of the image on built-in screen Old for New Offer We will buy your old film developer for 1,000^ when you purchase a Dürr VistaScan Mini Plus ^ 1,000 trade-in off RRP Plus FREE PC Sensor sizes Size 0: 20mm x 30mm Size 1: 20mm x 40mm Size 2: 30mm x 40mm Size 3: 27mm x 54mm Size 4: 57mm x 76mm DÜRR VISTASCAN COMBI PLUS Only 99 per month for the first 6 months! ** Panoramic X-ray imaging in just 15 seconds Key benefits include: Existing X-ray installations can usually remain in operation. Positioned on tables or on the wall Ideal for central locations - no darkroom Can be operated as a stand-alone machine (workstation with PC, monitor, VistaScan) or as a network solution Designed to take intraoral or panoramic phosphor plates Connection to current patient management software systems, e.g. for orthodontics and additional image analysis systems. Sensor sizes Size 0: 20mm x 30mm Size 1: 20mm x 40mm Size 2: 30mm x 40mm Size 3: 27mm x 54mm Size 4: 57mm x 76mm Contact us on for our latest prices To find out more about Phosphor Plates and Sensors, contact us today...

13 SENSORS QUICK, DETAILED DIGITAL IMAGES FAST, FLEXIBLE AND EASY X-RAY IMAGING WITH SIRONA XIOS Special Finance Offer... Only 148 Price includes PC and Screen! per month * With unbeatable value, slimline design and metal casing, this beautiful gold grade sensor system constitutes an irresistible offer. Price includes PC, Screen, Software and 5 Years Warranty Key benefits include: 5 year warranty Ethernet and USB solution with the same sensor Automatic self-installation (Plug & Play) Smooth shape with rounded edges Sensor with rounded corners for easy positioning in difficult areas Slim cable entrance USB module for flexible solutions XIOS sensors cover the entire intraoral exposure spectrum with 2 sizes Technical Specifications Sensor Size 1 Sensor Size 2 True image resolution 15 lp/mm 15 lp/mm Connection USB 2 - high speed USB 2 - high speed Technology APS (Active Pixel Sensor) CMOS technology Call us for single sensor prices Purpose For children and flat palates For displaying 3 molars of adult patients and for bite wing exposures Outside dimensions 24.8 x 38.5mm 31.3 x 44.5mm Dimensions of active area 20 x 30mm 25.6 x 36mm Cable length 3m 3m HIGHEST QUALITY AND RESOLUTION WITH KODAK RVG 6100 The Kodak RVG 6100 digital radiography system lets you capture and analyse dental radiographs quickly and easily. With true resolution greater than 20 lp/mm, the RVG 6100 system continues the tradition of delivering the highest resolution of any digital radiography system in the industry. With its new ergonomic design, the Kodak RVG 6100 digital radiography sensor also provides superior comfort for your patients. Contact us for latest prices A new sensor for pediatric examinations The new RVG 6100 sensor, size 0, allows the practitioner to reduce exposure by as much as 40%. Its small size and specific set of positioners allow correct and comfortable positioning of the sensor in small mouths. Easy to use and integrate The sensor remote control allows for convenient sensor activation and image capture so you can stay focused on your patients. A complete set of positioners helps make proper sensor placement faster. With the USB 2 technology, your radiographs are displayed in less than two seconds sales@henryschein.co.uk 13

14 CAD/CAM Your CEREC Package includes: Full CEREC Training Programme Membership to the online CEREC Network Start-up Kit CEREC Blocs that s more Plus FREE SIROlaser Xtend worth over 6,000 Plus much, much more... call us for details Acquisition Unit Allows to scan intra-orally without impression material Built in program proposes the finished restoration automatically Battery pack option allows the unit to be easily wheeled between surgeries Bluecam 20 years of intraoral impression-free image capturing has culminated in the revolutionary Bluecam camera Image captured automatically when in focus and aligned Integrated anti-fogging device on the lense means minimal waiting time Speed - shortest acquisition times for more detailed images, including half and full arch impressions: 40 seconds for a half arch and 2 minutes full arch MC XL Milling Unit In-surgery milling unit allows true one session restorations Precise milling results - precision in the range of +/- 25 microns Production - six minutes milling time for a full-contour crown; three to four minutes for partial coverage Capability - MC XL performs single-tooth and quadrant restorations directly chair-side, and in just one treatment session Software Patented scientific Biogeneric design creates natural occlusal surfaces Individually tailored restorations based on the genetic information stored in the patients dentition Initial restoration proposals require minimal editing Intuitive user guidance leads to finished design in just a few simple steps - for crowns, veneers, inlays, onlays and full anatomical bridges Materials Introducing your new and No impression material costs No temporaries required Convenience - blocs come in a variety of ceramic options allowing you flexibility for each patient Easy access - Henry Schein Minerva offers a full range of CEREC materials from leading suppliers including Vita and Ivoclar Introducing the CEREC Connect process CEREC Connect Step 1 CEREC Connect begins when a digital impression and prescription are submitted to the inlab laboratory. Step 2 inlab owner reviews digital model for accuracy and submits it to infinident for model fabrication. Step 3 The restoration design is sent to the milling centre for manufacturing. 14 working in partnership with Call your local CEREC specialist...

15 like it... Contact us for your CEREC Trade-up! improved CEREC guide CEREC Workflow Scan - optical impression of the prepared tooth via the CEREC Bluecam Design - CEREC Biogeneric software is easy to use, even without any CAD/CAM experience Production - The CEREC milling unit machines the restoration out of the CEREC bloc automatically Fit - the finished restoration can be placed immediately at the end of the same session, meaning extremely high patient satisfaction levels Aesthetics Unparalleled aesthetics - natural, patient-specific restorations CEREC opens up unlimited possibilities to fulfil the requirements and wishes of the patients The system delivers natural-looking restorations meeting the highest clinical standards, allowing you to polish, stain, glaze or veneer according to the aesthetics required Service and Support Team of dedicated in-house Dental Innovations CEREC specialists Marketing resources are provided to help you promote your CEREC services CEREC hardware and software support CEREC phone support from our technical experts CEREC online support option Planned Preventative Maintenance Contracts available Education Comprehensive range of educational courses available from leading dental professionals for users at all levels Patient educational portfolio available In-depth new user training for the whole Dental Team available Clinical articles Network of local CEREC dentists ready to support you Profitability Reduce your laboratory bills dramatically All ceramic restorations completed in a single patient appointment Maximise your profitability with CEREC and see your practice grow CEREC return on investment calculator - call us to find out more Finance options available from Henry Schein Financial Services Affordable bespoke CEREC finance packages available including: for the first Pay nothing 3 months Call today to speak with your local CEREC specialist on CEREC Connect digitally connects CEREC offices and inlab laboratories from across the nation via a dedicated web-based portal that s open for business 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Step 4 CEREC Connect model is fabricated at infinident and sent to laboratory. Step 5 Milled restoration is manufactured on CEREC Connect model and checked for optimal contacts. Step 6 Dentist receives final restoration; dentist and patient are happy with the speed and convenience. working in partnership with

16 CAD/CAM that s more like it... Profitability CEREC Pays Dividends. Reduce your laboratory bills dramatically All ceramic restorations completed in a single patient appointment Maximise your profitability with CEREC and see your practice grow Bespoke financial packages available from Henry Schein Financial Services Cost-effective, high-tech medicine is not necessarily expensive. Whether or not an investment pays off depends on the extent to which the dentist employs new technology on a day-to-day basis, says Dr. Julian Caplan, a dentist based in St. Albans, Hertfordshire. Example Just 5 restorations a month at 350 per restoration will ensure a comfortable break-even point for your CEREC System! * * Based on consumables worth 40 per restoration excluding lab cost saving Before purchasing new equipment a dentist is entitled to ask: will this investment pay off? In many cases the determining factor is not the initial capital outlay, but the way in which the dentist employs the new equipment. With the aid of modern technology, the dentist can automate treatment steps and offer an extended portfolio of services. By reorganising and streamlining the practice workflow it is possible to obtain significant efficiency gains. This allows the dentist to treat more patients in a given period of time and hence achieve higher profitability. The CEREC dental CAD/CAM system is a good example of this. The CEREC system allows dentists to create and place ceramic crowns, inlays, onlays and veneers in the course of a single treatment session. It is also possible to fabricate anatomically sized temporary bridges on the CEREC system. Ceramic materials offer several key benefits. Firstly, they fulfil high aesthetic standards in terms of translucency and natural shading. Secondly, ceramic materials are biocompatible: they do not cause allergies. The immediacy of CEREC coupled with adhesive dentistry allows the creation of highly conservative restorations that are not confined in preparation design by the need for temporary restorations. These reasons prompted me to choose the CEREC system. Over a period of time I recognised the advantages of exercising complete control over the treatment process - beginning with the acquisition of digital impressions, followed by the design, milling and final placement of the restoration. Much More Efficiency and Economic Success After I had installed a complete CEREC system - consisting of an acquisition unit and a milling unit - I discovered that I could treat patients much more efficiently and thereby achieve significant economic advantages. Regardless of whether I want to treat a single tooth or restore an entire quadrant, the patient receives a perfect result during a single appointment. The various hygiene procedures need to be performed only once. The patient does not require several injections or a temporary restoration. While the patient is waiting for his or her restoration to be milled, I can turn my attention to the next patient. I can now delegate several of the intermediate processing steps to my assistant. For example, she inserts the ceramic block into the milling machine, starts the milling process and removes the finished restoration after approximately ten minutes. The actual milling process does not have to be monitored. If molar restorations require additional characterisation, I delegate staining and glazing to my assistant. In the case of challenging anterior crowns restorations I perform this process myself. The CEREC system has not only changed the way I work - it also means that my practice is much more closely involved in the workflow than before. It is not only the streamlined workflow and shorter treatment times - 20 minutes less compared with the conventional treatment method - that makes the CEREC system so economically attractive. It is also the reduced laboratory costs. If I offset the savings generated by each CEREC treatment session against my investment costs, I need to perform only ten restorations per month to break even. As from the 11th restoration I make a profit. Given that I create an average of 30 restorations per month, this amounts to a considerable sum of money. I recommend that all dentists who want to work cost effectively should invest in the CEREC system. Training the Preparation and Early Detection of Faults Of course, certain factors have to be borne in mind when using a new technology - for example, the ceramic specific preparation guidelines. The user also has to powder the treatment site in order to prevent reflections and image artefacts. A further advantage is the virtual model, generated on the basis of the intraoral impressions. The dentist can tell at a glance whether or not the preparation has been performed properly. On the one hand, this is a good form of training. On the other hand, it means that faults can be detected prior to the final try-in. The costs of reworking or creating a completely new restoration cannot be passed on to the patient. Assuming that the dentist has worked carefully, CEREC delivers a perfect restoration every time. Word of this soon spreads among patients, resulting in an enormous image boost. CEREC is a unique selling point which distinguishes my practice from its competitors in a sizeable catchment area. Patients deliberately choose to come to me. In my experience, patients are very impressed by this new technology and greatly appreciate the quality of work that I offer. Cosmetic and Aesthetic Applications In addition, they are less likely to question my treatment fees. A further decisive advantage is the incredible variety of materials available for the CEREC milling unit. CEREC restorations are ideally suited for cosmetic and aesthetic applications. It is possible to mill ultra-thin veneers out of translucent, polychromatic ceramic blocks. These veneers give the anterior teeth a natural, aesthetically pleasing appearance. This provides the basis for an expanded portfolio of cosmetic treatment services, which in turn appeal to new groups of patients. Conclusion Dentists who are willing to get to grips with the CEREC system and restructure their practice workflow will quickly achieve clear benefits. In addition to aesthetic, long-lasting ceramic restorations for the patient, the CEREC system delivers clear economic advantages. Laboratory costs can be reduced. The dentist can complete the restoration process during a single appointment and has more time to treat additional patients and devote their attention to other tasks. 16 working in partnership with Call your local CEREC specialist

17 A NEW STANDARD IN DENTISTRY IS EMERGING; TRANSFORM THE DENTAL EXPERIENCE FOR YOU AND YOUR PATIENTS SOFT TISSUE LASERS Key Advantages of Soft Tissue Laser Dentistry: No bleeding No swelling Excellent healing Helps to overcome pain and sensitivity The laser for every dentist, every day. With no foot pedal, power cord or external controls, the revolutionary ilase takes dental lasers beyond portable. ilase - often copied, never matched Summer Offer only 2,990 M.R.P. 4,750 - you save 1, month warranty 5W peak power in Comfort Pulse No footswitch 10 presets and 2 custom programs 940nm wavelength - no heat and no tissue shrinkage Self-training DVD included Webinars available my innovation Diode lasers are not all the same wavelength, low wavelengths can cause heat build up and charring. With 940nm I can gently wipe away a few layers of tissue at a time without charring or burning which is so crucial for me and my cosmetic work. The beauty of the ilase is that it gives me that fine control in a highly portable and easy to use pen format. Dr Oliver Harman BDS LDS RCS, fellow of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and lead cosmetic dentist for Extreme Makeover. The complete diode solution. Ideal for soft tissue contouring, perio and endo sterilisation, biostimulation, low level laser therapy and power bleaching! Only 149 per month * Includes Power Bleaching Handpiece Ezlase features include: Power and Portability Battery lasts all day and 7 Watt output power - unmatched combination Patient Comfort ComfortPulse TM 940nm wavelength Versatility Multiple length and diameter tips, bendable tips, fast pulses, 15 pre-sets, whitening, temporary pain relief Revenue and Affordability Whitening, temporary pain relief, no more stripping and cleaving fibre Pain Therapy and Whitening No other diode laser offers both of these solutions Training Product specific my innovation The Ezlase whitening system is small, fast, easy to use and in my opinion the best available in the market. The patients get the WOW factor and there doesn t seem to be the fade back you get with other systems. I LOVE IT! Dr Robert Horton BDS sales@henryschein.co.uk 17

18 HARD TISSUE LASERS BIOLASE WATERLASE MD Increase treatment plan acceptance and attract new patients Reduces patient anxiety, minimises pain and trauma and creates a more comfortable experience for your patients Save 15,000 on a pre-owned Waterlase MD my innovation I have been using the Waterlase in my mixed NHS/ private surgery for the last year with spectacular results. My patients have been delighted with the introduction of this superb bit of kit, an alternative to the drill and scalpel. As a dentist it has many useful applications. I have used it extensively in surgery, periodontics and endodontics, with great success. It is a piece of equipment that I cannot do without! Dr Arfan Rashid BDS Benefits to the dentist... Increases case acceptance Attracts new patients Expands capabilities and procedures Multi-quadrant procedures in one visit Waterlase Dentistry = Better Dentistry Full training and support available Patient marketing Best return on technology investment Network of UK Waterlase Dentists already established Easy to learn and own Simple to incorporate into practice Benefits to the patient... Avoids the stress of drills and needles Reduces stress and fear of going to dentist Minimally invasive Fewer dental visits, less time in dental chair Return to daily routine faster after treatment Less chance of drug interactions Radial Tip Motion Osseous Pre-op Osseous Intra-op Osseous Post-op Deep Pocket Therapy NEW DUAL WAVELENGTH Advancing Laser Technology to its Ultimate... intuitive Graphical User Interface Step 1: Examination Step 2: Procedure Step 3: Satisfaction incredible Power Cuts hard tissue fast and efficiently Combines Watts power with 100 Hz & short pulse for 600 mj of laser energy Patented laser technology incomparable Access & Field of Vision Less pain, therefore often less anaesthetic necessary No micro-fractures or thermal damage Ergonomic and small design Contact us for latest prices sales@henryschein.co.uk

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20 FREE WEBINAR Learning Objectives: 1.5 Hours FREE Verifiable CPD Laser Dentistry for Everyone; A look into the world of dental lasers. 13th September :30pm - 9:00pm (from the comfort of your own home or practice) Core knowledge on the safe application of dental lasers Update your knowledge on the latest research in laser dentistry Study the latest techniques of the use of the diode laser in clinical dentistry Low level laser therapy, laser bleaching and more! Evaluate the Biolase ilase and Ezlase diodes Peek preview of the latest all tissue laser: the Waterlase iplus Hosted by Dr Mark Cronshaw B.Sc (Hons) BDS LDS RCS (Eng), MFHom (Dent) Dr Mark Cronshaw is a dentist based in Cowes, Isle of Wight. He qualified from Guys Hospital in 1984 and is a long established and highly experienced post graduate trainer. Following his move into an exclusively private practice in 2002, Dr Cronshaw has developed an interest in high tech dentistry, aesthetic and cosmetic dentistry, minimally invasive techniques and holistic care. Having studied in the USA, Mark is an approved trainer for Biolase and the World Class Laser Institute. He is an active member of the BACD, and is a Fellow of the World Class Laser Institute. To book your place for this free of charge webinar please call or suzanne.o rourke@henryschein.co.uk working in partnership with

21 Time to Consider Dental Lasers? By Dr Michael Koceja Have you kept your new year s resolutions; eating better, drinking less, are those unwanted extra pounds gone from your frame? How about your dental practice; have you carried through on your ideas to improve your practice and the level of care you provide to your patients? Maybe you don t plan on changes and are ok with complacency, but dentistry constantly changes and our patients constantly change, not only their dental health needs, but also their knowledge of the care they receive. The Internet and social media are powerful tools for our patients to learn and educate themselves about dentistry and technology. We must be ready to change the way we provide care to our patients and we must constantly evolve as we practice. Now I know some of the principles of dentistry are set in stone and provide a great foundation year in and year out, but technology changes and constantly improves, which allows us to improve and provide better care for our patients. I believe change is good. Every January, I sit myself down and make a list of how I can improve my skills, improve my practice, and improve the dental care provided for my patients. Some of the typical ideas that come up year after year are great, but never instituted and some ideas are duds. Some of the duds include: changing our hours to accommodate our patients (this never works); buying supplies on the Internet (the deals never are as good as they sound); and service (there is none). However, some ideas are great ways to improve our practices, like attending innovative continuing education classes or looking at new equipment - you can only put so much duct tape on a dental chair! Then there is technology, I believe: New technology is what our patients expect New technology is what makes dentistry better New technology is what makes dentistry fun Each year we look at new technology and how it has improved; if the price has dropped; or if it really works. One technology that continues to be in the forefront of dentistry is the clinical use of the laser in dentistry. The efficiency of lasers cutting hard tissue (Class 1-6) is now comparable to high-speed handpieces without the damaging side effects. The scope of procedures they can be used for covers the entire dental spectrum and prices are now in the realm of every dental office. So why do so many dentists continue to put off what I believe is the standard of care in dentistry? Being a dentist for 25 years, I believe I know some of the answers to this question, one of which is the fear of change, how we can overcome this fear of change and possible technological failure. So let s take a few minutes to look at what drives a dentist to technology, what dentists fear about technology, and how lasers can help improve the quality of care we provide for our patients. I believe every dentist can benefit greatly from laser technology and I will outline how they can accomplish this and improve their bottom line. Being a dentist and having trained thousands of dentists to use lasers, I can offer a unique perspective on how lasers can change your practice this year. I believe most dentists (most people) are a little scared of change. The old adage, if it isn t broke, don t fix it still resonates in many offices. This leads to complacency, or a certain comfort level, but often a certain comfort level leads to the same frustrations over and over, e.g., the inability to achieve a great crown impression because of excess tissue or subgingival margins or the inability to properly fill and contour subgingival class V s. How we treat periodontal disease and our endodontic predictability also can cause stress in the daily practice of dentistry and the ever-evolving challenge to provide the best esthetics in our cosmetic procedures can sometimes be difficult to achieve. We know there We know there are ways to improve patient care and the most versatile way is by utilising lasers. are ways to improve patient care and the most versatile way is by utilising lasers. Laser technology levels the playing field, giving us the ability to perform numerous procedures to supplement the tools we use on a daily basis. Examples of beneficial laser procedures include: Tissue contouring and crown lengthening with minimal bleeding or tissue damage. Exposing subgingival margins to make crown & bridge impressions become more predictable. Cosmetic recontouring to provide extra special esthetic results. Adjunct periodontal procedures to provide a new level of treatment of periodontal disease in a less invasive, patient-friendly way. Laser endodontic disinfection techniques, which have been shown to greatly enhance the disinfection of the apical 1 3 of the canal. More and more everyday procedures can be performed with a laser, but perhaps the greatest breakthrough in laser technology is hard-tissue cutting. Lasers have achieved the coveted as fast as a high-speed handpiece distinction. In most instances, lasers can cut enamel and dentine with the same efficiency as a high-speed, with minimal or no local anaesthetic required. Having taught thousands of doctors to use all tissue lasers (YSGG), I can say most are skeptical about cutting speed when we start their training, but convinced of their capabilities when we finish. The most common response after cutting their first prep on a patient is it cuts a lot faster than I thought it would. Having overcome this hurdle and seeing all the everyday applications lasers have in the dental office has brought lasers time and time again to the front of the list of most desired technology a dentist would like to add to their practice. With lasers becoming more affordable, what then is still holding some dentists back from incorporating laser dentistry into their practice? I believe it is a fear of change. All dentists have this fear - some just overcome it a lot easier. Lasers are safe, easy to use, the learning curve is not difficult at all and the benefits are so numerous that we can t continue to overlook this technology. Add the fact that our patients love new technology and want to be part of it and you have a win-win situation. A technology that allows us to do more procedures (less referrals) more efficiently (multiple quadrant dentistry without anesthetic) and impress our patients (restorative procedures on young children without an injection) is amazing - and is available right now. Now that we are well into the new year, and our promises to ourselves have largely gone away, I feel it s time to time to get to work and think about the promises we have made to our patients - to continuously provide the highest level of dental care and, to ourselves - to continue to learn and be open minded about new technology, to educate ourselves and most of all remove the complacency that we sometimes fall into. I believe dentists are some of the most compassionate people on this planet and constantly thrive to provide the best possible treatment for their patients, but sometimes we need a little push; we need a little change - laser dentistry can provide that change. Advances in laser technology make this the best time to introduce this technology into your practice and make this your best year ever. Just remember, sometimes a little change is good. Dr. Michael Koceja has trained thousands of dentists and hygienists on the incorporation of lasers into their practices. His everyday realistic approach cuts through the hype and concentrates on the numerous ways lasers can benefit dentists to provide a higher level of care for their patients. For more information on laser products available from Henry Schein Minerva simply call: or visit our website: CPD ARTICLE sales@henryschein.co.uk 21

22 Questions for Dental Lasers Article How much do you know about Dental Lasers? Learning Aim: Our CPD questions are designed to help dental professionals maintain and develop their knowledge by reviewing articles which highlight key areas of dentistry. This should ensure that dental professionals retain their capacity to practice safely, effectively and legally within their evolving scope of practice. FREE VERIFIABLE CPD FROM DENTAL INNOVATIONS Dental Innovations is delighted to reinforce its commitment to dental education by offering FREE verifiable CPD to all its readers. We aim to keep you up-to-date with best practice by selecting innovative articles focusing on key dental areas such as laser dentistry, infection control and personal development. To claim your FREE 1 HOUR VERIFIABLE CPD please complete this form and return it to: Sue O Rourke, Henry Schein Minerva, Courtney House, Pacific Business Park, Pacific Road, Cardiff, CF24 5HJ. One form is required per person. Learning Objectives: An understanding of dental lasers. Learning Outcome: On completion the dental professional can confirm that knowledge has been gained and maintained on the topic of dental lasers. Question 1 The efficiency of lasers cutting hard tissue is now comparable to high-speed handpieces. (a) True (b) False Question 2 Laser endodontic disinfection techniques have shown to greatly enhance the disinfection of the apical 1 /3 of the canal. (a) True (b) False Question 3 Lasers can cut with minimal or no anaesthetic required. (a) Dentine (b) Enamel (c) Dentine and Enamel Question 4 Can you use dental lasers for cosmetic dental treatments? (a) True (b) False Your Answers... Question 1 (a) (b) Question 2 (a) (b) Question 3 (a) (b) (c) Question 4 (a) (b) Verifiable CPD Form Name: Title: Address: Job Title: GDC Registration No: Please add any comments or feedback that you might have: Please mark your answers on the Verifiable CPD Form Answers from Issue 5 An Introduction to CEREC CAD/CAM Article Question 1 B Question 2 B Question 3 B Question 4 A Question 5 B Question 6 B Question 7 B Please tick here if you do not want to receive any further information on dental lasers Interested in Laser Dentistry? Please tick here if you would like to sign up to our FREE Laser Webinar on 13th September (see page 20 for more) If you have any feedback, please suzanne.o rourke@henryschein.co.uk Replies must be received by 30/09/2011. The answers to the verifiable CPD questions will be published in Issue 7 of Dental Innovations. Please note: certification of verifiable CPD is provided by post or . By providing your address, you are agreeing to us contacting you in this format. You may contact us at any time to unsubscribe from our communications sales@henryschein.co.uk