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Tools of the trade: Kerr Elements IC Obturation Dual System

Editor — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:53:30 +0000

by Dr Chintan Patel, 32 Smile Design, Schofields, NSW Traditionally, dentists used the lateral compaction techniques for root canal obturation but for the past 10 years, the modified vertical compaction technique has been widely accepted. The Elements IC obturation system is designed to be used with this technique. What’s good about it This system comes […]

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Tools of the trade: Matrix Master

Editor — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:52:51 +0000

by Dr Jordan Sutherland, Dental Care Smithfield, QLD The Matrix Master is an instrument designed to assist in placing and removing Tofflemire matrix bands. The instrument was developed by Australian dentists and dental students in Queensland. What’s good about it What I really like about this instrument is that it mitigates sharps risks. Previously, I […]

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Tools of the trade: Fuji IX

Editor — Tue, 27 May 2025 23:50:50 +0000

by Dr Sarah Edney, Power Dental Practice, Hurstville, NSW Fuji IX is a glass ionomer restorative material. It’s self-curing and the product I use when speed is of the essence. What’s good about it I visit aged-care facilities where I see a lot of broken teeth and root decay. Most of the work is salvaging […]

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A handy new solution for stressed practices

Advertorial — Tue, 27 May 2025 23:49:33 +0000

This article is sponsored content brought to you by Henry Schein. How many arms does a practice manager need to run a dental practice? In 2025 it’s at least 6: one to keep on top of schedules, one to run reports, one to keep team morale up, one to handle the marketing, one to ensure […]

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Looks a treat

Advertorial — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 22:38:11 +0000

Following the launch of the NEW GC Tooth Mousse™ Milkshake, GC Tooth Mousse™ now comes in delicious chocolate that your patients will love. This creamy milk chocolate treat for strong teeth contains calcium and phosphate, the major minerals teeth are made from. Because calcium and phosphate are carried in a special milk-derived protein called RECALDENT™ […]

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Tools of the trade: Dexis OP 3D CBCT

Editor — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 22:36:41 +0000

by Dr Su Lin Lim, Simply Teeth, West Perth, WA We purchased the Dexis OP 3D CBCT when our old OPG machine had run its course. In addition to being able to take highly detailed 3D images, it also takes high-quality 2D images, doubling up as an OPG unit. What’s good about it Prior to […]

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Tools of the trade: Prophy Mate Neo

Editor — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 22:38:09 +0000

by Dr Bhawna Gautam, Afford 2 Smile, Lyndhurst, VIC The Prophy Mate Neo is an air polisher that uses air, water and powder to achieve a fantastic result. It has a powerful jet that gets the job done quickly. What’s good about it The Prophy Mate removes stains and plaque efficiently. Normal scaling can be […]

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Tools of the trade: Voco AlignerFlow LC

Editor — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:36:17 +0000

by Dr Oliver Connell, Vital Dental, Randwick, NSW This is a nano hybrid composite that’s specifically designed for use with clear aligners. It’s point of difference is that it has a fluorescent effect when put under UVA light. What’s good about it With all brands of clear aligners, small composite buttons often need to be […]

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Tools of the trade: Filtek P60-Shade B2

Editor — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:35:48 +0000

by Dr Vincent Nguyen, Cameron Dental Care, Wodonga, VIC This is a great composite I use for many posterior restorations. I just use the one shade, B2, and it works in the majority of situations while looking very natural. It’s a good choice of composite even if I’m working on a large restoration. What’s good […]

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Tools of the trade: Garmer Roll Holder

Editor — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 22:50:56 +0000

by Dr Bhawna Gautam, Afford2Smile, Lyndhurst, VIC This stainless-steel cotton roll holder holds cotton in position in the patient’s mouth. What’s good about it The two prongs off the holder keep the cotton on either side of the arch which is useful in maintaining a dry field. It comes in adult and children’s sizes but […]

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Tools of the trade: Kavo RONDOflex

Editor — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 22:50:20 +0000

by Dr Mitesh Vasant, Beyond Dental Care, Sandstone Point, QLD The RONDOflex Plus is an air-abrasion unit that adds water spray technology to its use. What’s good about it The addition of water to air abrasion makes it a much less messy procedure. It also washes away all the powder, making the end result look […]

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ADA NSW welcomes new partnership to bolster clinical education

Editor — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 22:32:28 +0000

Australian Dental Association NSW Branch has announced a first-time strategic partnership with Henry Schein, Australia’s largest dental product distributor, aimed to supply state-of-the-art dental technology and equipment to ADA members and the wider dental community for continuing education and to ensure they are leading the way in oral health practices. ADA NSW is currently undertaking […]

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Tools of the trade: Hu Friedy Front Surface High-Definition mouth mirror size 6

Editor — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:38:21 +0000

by Jennie Tylee-Porter, Parkside Dental, Dubbo, NSW I’m a dental hygienist and owner of Parkside Dental in Dubbo. The single most essential piece of equipment I use is my Hu Friedy mirror. It’s the one product that will cause me to throw a tantrum if it’s not on my tray. What’s good about it This […]

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Tools of the trade: Hawe Soft Clamp

Editor — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 22:45:27 +0000

by Dr Jane Boroky, St Peters Dental Clinic, SA This is a rubber dam clamp made of medical-grade polymer and designed for use on molars. They come in a pack of five and are very long-lasting. What’s good about it The Hawe Soft Clamp fits all molars—uppers, lowers, small ones, large ones, twisted around and […]

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Tools of the trade: Airflow Prophylaxis Master

Editor — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 22:44:55 +0000

by Dr Yi Pu, Platypus Dental, Strathpine, QLD The Airflow Prophylaxis Master is an essential part of our guided biofilm therapy. It allows us to remove plaque and calculus biofilm during our daily routine cleans. The results are fantastic and patients love it. What’s good about it We go out of our way to ensure […]

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Tools of the trade: GC everX Flow

Editor — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 22:27:54 +0000

by Dr Annesley Bryan, Landale Dental, Box Hill, VIC GC everX Flow is a short fibre reinforced composite that helps to prevent crack propagation. What’s good about it EverX Flow’s main advantage is its high fracture toughness, load-bearing capacity and flexural strength. I use everX Flow as a replacement for the dentine or as a […]

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Business success is simple

Advertorial — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 22:17:05 +0000

This article is sponsored content brought to you by Henry Schein. In the dynamic world of dentistry, achieving business success is essential for practitioners, each for different reasons. However, amidst the complexities of running a dental practice, one universal truth remains – great dentistry cannot thrive without a successful, thriving business at its core. At Dentally we’re […]

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Tools of the trade: Riva Star Aqua

Editor — Tue, 28 May 2024 23:35:11 +0000

by Dr Emma Wainwright, Rosewood Dental, QLD Riva Star Aqua is a silver fluoride aqueous formulation used for desensitising teeth while also providing an application of fluoride. What’s good about it I use it routinely to stabilise dentitions of patients at high risk of caries. This might be elderly patients with exposed roots and root […]

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Tools of the trade: 3Shape Trios 3 scanner

Editor — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 22:42:55 +0000

by Dr Tu Anh Pham, Maidstone Dental, VIC Prior to owning this scanner, we used to take analogue impressions to create models. Now, we just scan the patient and all the results are created digitally. It’s a cleaner, simpler, more accurate process. What’s good about it The biggest advantage is that it’s very quick and […]

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Tools of the trade: Riva Bond LC

Editor — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 23:11:53 +0000

by Dr Tony Fang, Croydon Central Dental, VIC Riva Bond LC is a light cured adhesive suitable for any sort of bonding protocol, including bonding to enamel and dentine. What’s good about it I like using Riva Bond LC because there is no contraction as it sets. It was developed with resin modified glass ionomer […]

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Henry Schein named as one of the world’s most ethical companies

Editor — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 22:44:49 +0000

Henry Schein, the world’s largest provider of health care solutions to office-based dental and medical practitioners, has received the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies® recognition by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Henry Schein has been recognised since 2012 and is one of only two honorees in the healthcare products […]

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Tools of the trade: DIMO Pro Trimming Wheel Orange

Editor — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 23:00:52 +0000

by Dr Matt Salameh, Haberfield Dental Practice, NSW This is a trimming wheel used to polish the edges of retainers or any type of thermoforming material. It looks like a coral wheel but is made from abrasive latex. There’s a range of DIMO trimming wheels in a variety of colours and levels of abrasiveness. I […]

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Tools of the trade: Heliobond

Editor — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 21:41:19 +0000

by Dr Kate Chen, Perfect Smile, Adelaide, SA Heliobond is a light cured bonding resin. It’s a product I use when I’m creating mock-ups with composite. What’s good about it When I’m shaping composite to make a mock-up, my assistant places a small amount of Heliobond on the back of my left glove. I use […]

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Tools of the trade: UltraSeal XT Plus

Editor — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 22:08:13 +0000

by Dr Glaphyra Lim, Maison Dental, Hunters Hill, NSW Ultraseal XT Plus is a pit and fissure sealant made by Ultradent. I apply it using Ultradent’s Inspiral Brush tip which delivers the material evenly and smoothly while preventing air bubbles. What’s good about it I mainly use this product with children in order to prevent […]

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Tools of the trade: Gemini laser

Editor — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 22:08:03 +0000

by Dr Amrinder Oberoi, Paramount Dental, Sydney, NSW The Gemini laser is one of the most useful pieces of equipment in my practice. I use it with so many cases; it’s just as important as my dental drill. What’s good about it It has a wide variety of purposes when treating soft tissue. It’s great […]

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