Small can indeed be mighty: take a look at the Clarity™ADVANCED brackets from 3M Oral Care.

Clarity™ADVANCED offers strength in a small design.[i]Ultra-small, they also offer excellent aesthetics.[ii]They will resist staining and discolouration throughout treatment, giving a finished result that is both natural and highly attractive.[iii]^,[iv]

 What is more, the innovative design offers predictable debonding for ease of use.[v]Your orthodontic patients will also benefit from minimal interference and soft tissue contact,[vi]^,[vii]with smooth rounded corners and bi-directional ball hooks angled for their comfort.

3M Oral Care offers specialist orthodontic materials for clinicians who want to match strength with beauty and comfort. Contact the team today!

For more information, call 0845 873 4066 or visit http://solutions.3m.co.uk/wps/portal/3M/en_GB/orthodontics_EU/Unitek/

 3M and Clarity are trademarks of the 3M Company.

[i]Wagner, N et al. “Clarty Advanced ceramic brackets: A technical perspective” Orthodontic Perspective, Vol. XVIII No.2 (2011) P.6-8.

[ii]3M Oral Care Internal Data (2011) Claim no. S10550

[iii]3M Oral Care Internal Data (2011) Claim no. S10550

[iv]3M Oral Care Internal Data (2011) Claim Number. S10553

[v]Hensen J. “Cermaic Orthodontic Bracket Debonding Channel” US Patent Number 5439379 (1995).

[vi]3MOral Care Internal Data (2011) Claim no. S10461

 [vii] 3MOral Care Internal Data (2011) Claim no. S10477

Where would we be without dental impressions? As so many modern procedures rely on good impressions, you need an impression material that you can rely on!

Enter Imprint 4 VPS impression material from 3M Oral Care! Able to capture fine details easily[1]due to its advanced hydrophilicity and flow properties,[2]high quality impressions can be taken with less effort and fewer retakes.[3]

What’s more, Imprint 4 VPS impression material features a unique active self-warming technology that results in a snap set and reduces drag, accentuating its already impressive benefits.

To find out more, contact the expert 3M Oral Care team today.

For more information, call 0800 626 578 or visit www.3M.co.uk/Dental

 3M and Imprint are trademarks of the 3M Company.

[1]3M Oral Care Internal Data: Imprint 4, hydrophilicity. Claim 5443 (2012)

[2]3M Oral Care Internal Data: Imprint 4, best hydrophilicity. Claim 5651 (2012)

[3]3M Oral Care Internal Data: Imprint 4 active warming technology. Claim 5655 (2013)

Impregum Penta from 3M Oral Care sets the standard for polyether impression materials.

Now the Impregum Super Quick from 3M Oral Care adds speed to an already winning formula.

Providing a working time of just 45 seconds and a setting time of only two minutes, Impregum Super Quick is the one of the only truly fast acting polyether impression materials on the market. It has also been formulated with a better taste and smell for superior patient experience.

Versatile and easy to use, Impregum Super Quick both the accuracy of a polyether and the speed of a VPS, making it a great choice for high precision impressions.

New, improved and super-fast, find out about Impregum Super Quick today!

For more information, call 0800 626 578or visit www.3M.co.uk/Dental

3M, Penta and Impregum are trademarks of the 3M Company.

Professionals shouldn’t have to spend hours setting up new technology to achieve effective results.

Don’t waste time with complicated set-ups, choose the Mobile True Definition Scanner from 3M Oral Care.

As soon as it arrives users can unbox the product and be taking scans in less than one hour,[i]allowing professionals to get straight to business instead of having to wait.

Furthermore, due to its compact design the Mobile True Definition Scanner enhances ergonomics[ii]and is easy to store,[iii]allowing professionals to make the most of their practice space.

Discover more benefits of the Mobile True Definition Scanner by contacting 3M Oral Care.

For more information, call 0800 626 578 or visit www.3M.co.uk/Dental

3M and True Definition are trademarks of the 3M Company. 

[i]3M Oral Care Internal Data. Scan in less than one hour. Claim 6668 (2016).

[ii]3M Oral Care Internal Data. Enhances ergonomics. Claim 6675 (2016).

[iii]3M Oral Care Internal Data. Easy to store.Claim 6674 (2016).

Creating accurate restorations requires a material that works with you.

Why not explore the benefits of LAVA Esthetic full-contour zirconia from 3M Oral Care?

A study found that 100% of labs (n=11, n=8) interviewed were satisfied with the millability[i]and fit[ii]of LAVA Esthetic zirconia, allowing them to accurately make and add detail for aesthetic restorations.

LAVA Esthetic zirconia is more adjustable than conventional types[iii]and the majority of labs tested (n=8) agreed that they achieved predictable results when using the material.[iv]They also said that it allowed them to produce more aesthetic full-contour restorations in a shorter time.[v]

Contact 3M Oral Care to find out more about how LAVA Esthetic zirconia can streamline creating restorations for you.

For more information, call 0800 626 578 or visit www.3M.co.uk/Dental

3M and LAVA Esthetic are trademarks of the 3M Company.

[i]3M Oral Care Internal Data: 100% satisfied with millability. Claim 6938 (2017).

[ii]3M Oral Care Internal Data:100% satisfied with fit. Claim 6936 (2017).

[iii]3M Oral Care Internal Data:More adjustable. Claim 6820 (2016).

[iv]3M Oral Care Internal Data:Predictable results . Claim 6941 (2017).

[v]3M Oral Care Internal Data:Produce esthetic restorations faster. Claim 6941 (2017).

When it comes to support and dedication, dental corporates and groups can rely on the Association of Dental Groups (ADG) to deliver.

That is because the ADG is a trade association that provides a nationwide support system for dental providers and employers (NHS and private) using a corporate or group model. The Association works in close collaboration with leading figures in the government and NHS as well as independent regulators and commissioners on a variety of issues, to ensure that members have the best chance of delivering a high standard of care.

Along with its active campaigning and ongoing commitment to awarding dental students’ hard work and ingenuity through its Bursary Awards, the ADG is a key advocate for the profession.

Moving forward, the ADG will continue to work hard to overcome barriers in dental care and ensure that dental corporates and groups can provide services to an even higher standard.

To find out more about the work of the ADG, go online today.

 For more information about the ADG visit www.dentalgroups.co.uk

The BSDHT’s Oral Health Conference and Exhibition (OHC) is a fantastic opportunity for all dental hygienists, dental therapists and students to update their knowledge, gain verifiable CPD and meet like-minded professionals from across the country.

The theme of this year’s event is “The future is yours”, focusing on professional development, empowerment and aspiration. It recognises that BSDHT members are clinical professionals with a huge and mostly untapped potential to develop as individuals and as part of a business.

The educational programme will present an array of inspirational lectures, with various opportunities for debate and discussion with passionate peers and speakers from the forefront of their fields.

To make sure you don’t miss out, save the dates in your diary today and watch this space for further details!

OHC “The future is yours” – 23-24 November 2018

Telford International Centre

For more information about the BSDHT, please visit www.bsdht.uk,

call 01788 575050 or email enquiries@bsdht.org.uk

The British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) is proud to have represented members of our profession for almost 70 years. Reflecting the many changes in dentistry since then, the organisation has evolved into what it is today in order to provide the most benefits for all its members.

These currently include:

• Access to research papers
• Industry updates
• Regional study days
• Guidance notes and papers
• An extensive network of professionals for support and advice
• Educational events such as the annual Oral Health Conference, with hours of verifiable CPD

With more than 3,5000 dental hygienists and dental therapists – as well as 350 students – represented, the BSDHT remains dedicated to you.

To find out more about how we could support you and why you should join, get in touch today.

For more information about the BSDHT, please visit www.bsdht.uk,

call 01788 575050 or email enquiries@bsdht.org.uk

Carestream Dental is delighted to announce that its CS 8100SC 3D extraoral imaging system has received a Bronze accolade in the Edison Award 2018 within the Dental/Medical Digital Imaging category.

The prestigious award is inspired by Thomas Edison’s persistence and inventiveness, highlighting innovation, creativity and ingenuity of solutions across the globe. Nominated technologies are judged by more than 3,000 senior business executives and academics based on their concept, value, impact and delivery.

The CS 8100SC 3D is a fine example of Carestream Dental’s commitment to developing innovations that streamline workflows and ensure the highest standard of diagnostics. It offers 3D panoramic, cephalometric and CBCT imaging, as well as impression scanning to cater to all the needs of the modern dental practice.

Its minimal footprint and affordability brings high resolution imaging within the reach of every business, facilitating delivery of enhanced patient care.

The CS 8100SC 3D also maximises safety with a low dose programme delivering 3D imaging at a radiation dose that is lower than or equal to panoramic imaging.

To find out how the unit could benefit your practice, contact Carestream Dental today.

For more information please contact Carestream Dental on

0800 169 9692 or visit www.carestreamdental.co.uk

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