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Dentsply Sirona launches educational webinars to advance digital orthodontics

Editor — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 22:39:10 +0000

Dentsply Sirona is offering an educational webinar series for orthodontists. This webinar series features leading experts in digital orthodontics, showcasing treatment planning techniques and the SureSmile Digital Orthodontic Solution. The SureSmile platform offers a comprehensive digital orthodontic workflow, combining advanced treatment planning capabilities, advanced technology, and expert clinical support. Clinicians are invited to register and […]

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Tools of the trade: CEREC Primescan

Editor — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 22:28:38 +0000

by Dr Jennifer Chan, Simply Teeth, West Perth, WA Our practice recently transitioned from the CEREC Omnicam to the more advanced CEREC Primescan system. This intraoral scanner captures highly accurate digital scans and integrates seamlessly with CAD/CAM technology to facilitate the design and fabrication of custom dental restorations. What’s good about it Primescan delivers precise […]

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Tools of the trade: DS Universal Stain and Glaze kit

Editor — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:36:06 +0000

by Dr Kurt Dean, Dental Serenity, Maroubra, NSW This is a well-priced kit that allows you to glaze virtually all chairside materials that are produced in-house. What’s good about it When I first started using this kit, I really struggled with it. I had used other glazing systems in the past and all of them […]

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Tools of the trade: T1 Line C 200 L handpiece

Editor — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 22:50:42 +0000

by Dr Ellen Kaganer, Miller Street Dental, Cammeray, NSW This is a slow-speed handpiece often referred to as the red-band handpiece. It’s lightweight with a compact head and provides excellent results. What’s good about it Even though it’s a slow-speed handpiece and can be used with or without water, it’s used with high-speed burs. It […]

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Tools of the trade: Palodent 360 Circumferential Matrix System

Editor — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 23:19:43 +0000

by Dr Andrew Young, Maffra Dental Clinic, VIC This self-contained matrix system has the band and band holder all in one unit. The band fully encircles the tooth allowing optimal placement of filling material. What’s good about it There’s no need for any extra tools or instruments when placing or removing the band from the […]

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Tools of the trade: DS Core

Editor — Tue, 28 May 2024 23:35:43 +0000

by Dr Tony Fang, Croydon Central Dental, VIC DS Core is a cloud solution for backing up and viewing imaging data for Sidexis users. We’ve been using it in our practice for around a year and it allows us to view all our patient data from any internet browser. This all includes radiographs, CBCTs, photos […]

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International iF Design Award for X-Smart Pro+ Endodontic motor from Dentsply Sirona

Editor — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 22:45:40 +0000

The X-Smart Pro+ endo motor has received an international design award. The device was honoured in the ‘User interfaces design (UI)’ and ‘Product design’ categories. The jury stated: “Endodontics is one of the most demanding dental treatments. The X-Smart Pro+ user interface supports the dentist at every stage of treatment with the important information essential […]

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Tools of the trade: SDR flow+ Bulk Fill Flowable

Editor — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 23:01:22 +0000

by Dr Jesse Becker, K1 Dental, Toorak, VIC SDR flow+ is a bulk fill composite perfect for any Class I or Class II restorations. As it allows you to work quickly without the need for multiple layers, it changed the way I do dentistry. What’s good about it You can use it to bulk fill […]

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Tools of the trade: Sinius dental chair

Editor — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 23:01:01 +0000

by Dr Glen McKeough, The Practice, West End, QLD We purchased multiple Sinius dental chairs about two years ago and chose to have endo and implant motors integrated into each one. What’s good about it We tested the chair for comfort prior to purchase because we want our clients to feel as relaxed as possible. […]

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Tools of the trade: palodent V3 sectional matrix system

Editor — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 05:33:32 +0000

by Dr Jessica Fung, Carlingford Court Dental, Carlingford, NSW This is a high-quality sectional matrix system with nickel titanium rings and anatomically shaped bands. What’s good about it This system can be used with all sizes of cavities but it works really well when the cavity is large. I’ve used other systems where the ring […]

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Tools of the trade: Surefil One

Editor — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 05:04:08 +0000

by Dr Parminder Bains, The Walk-In Dental Centre, Perth, WA Surfil One is a tooth-coloured, one-step, self-adhesive composite hybrid. It’s an etchant, adhesive and restorative all-in-one. It provides high-quality restorations with speed and efficiency. What’s good about it It’s as easy to use as placing glass ionomer yet is as durable as a traditional composite. […]

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Tools of the trade: SiroCam AF

Editor — Wed, 25 May 2022 05:02:15 +0000

by Dr Jeremy Lam, Grange Family Dental, QLD I use the SiroCam with practically every patient. Whether I’m doing a consultation, an examination or a check-up, it’s extremely useful to document what I’m seeing and then allow the patient to see the same thing. What’s good about it It is preferable to show a patient […]

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Tools of the trade: CEREC Omnicam

Editor — Wed, 25 May 2022 04:55:54 +0000

by Dr Amy Dempster, Dental House Gladesville, NSW We’ve had this unit for about 12 months and use it for in-house and same-day onlays and crowns. This system also integrates well with Invisalign through the Cerec Connect platform. What’s good about it Along with the Omnicam, we have the MC XL milling unit. We use […]

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Tools of the trade: Orthophos S 3D

Editor — Tue, 22 Mar 2022 04:55:29 +0000

by Dr Peter Dayman, Macleay Dental, Potts Point, NSW The Orthophos S 3D is an upgrade of a cone beam unit I purchased in 2006. When a patient has a complex mouth problem that may be causing pain, this unit takes the guesswork out of the physical aspect of the diagnosis. What’s good about it […]

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Tools of the trade: Endo IQ app

Editor — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 04:21:53 +0000

by Dr John Breeze, Bexley Dental, NSW Endo IQ is an app that’s run through an iPad. It connects wirelessly with the X-Smart IQ handpiece, allowing full control of your endodontic work. What’s good about it The reason I particularly like this software is that you can choose and use any of the rotary files […]

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Tools of the trade: Pro Taper Next

Editor — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 23:43:44 +0000

by Dr Andrew Lau, St Leonards Square Dental Care, NSW We use Pro Taper Next rotary files for all our root canal work. They’re very effective for root canal instrumentation, removing tissue, and shaping the canal. I’ve been using these files for about five years. What’s good about it Pro Taper Next files are made […]

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Tools of the trade: CEREC Primescan, Primemill and SpeedFire furnace

Editor — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 04:51:25 +0000

by Dr Rhea Allsopp, Dental Haus, Palm Beach, QLD I purchased the CEREC Primescan to be part of my practice when we first opened at the end of 2019. Six months later I decided to get the complete set-up and added the Primemill and the Speedfire. What’s good about it I’m mostly using the CEREC […]

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Tools of the trade: Sirona Red Band handpiece

Editor — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 04:37:31 +0000

by Dr Sara Tabrizi, Hello Smiles, Brisbane, QLD Having a Red Band handpiece in my armamentarium is my ultimate go-to for all refinement. It’s a great tool I use on a daily basis in all of my restorative work. What’s good about it The main reason I like to use this handpiece is for its […]

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Tools of the trade: Orthophos S 3D

Editor — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 02:21:07 +0000

by Dr Saurabh Rai, Tandara Dental Centre, Gosnells, WA The Orthophos S is a cone-beam CT machine that can take 2D and 3D images. We’ve been using it for about eight months and have found it to be a valuable addition to our practice as it has increased the quality and scope of dentistry that […]

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Tools of the trade: CEREC Omnicam

Editor — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 02:16:23 +0000

by Dr Vilia Palamountain, Southside Dental, Morphett Vale, SA In 2014, we purchased our surgery and undertook a complete fit-out. Sirona approached us to see if we were interested in adding CEREC to our practice. I really wasn’t keen—I thought it was just another big expense we didn’t need. Six months later, we purchased CEREC […]

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Tools of the trade: Thermacut burs

Editor — Tue, 25 Aug 2020 03:37:40 +0000

by Dr Marcus Matear, Palm Square Dental Care, Bendigo, VIC I use Thermacut burs when doing gingivectomies that require a deep filling. They are also very effective at removing excess gutta percha. What’s good about it I saw a webinar by Dr Oliver Pope, an endodontist, who suggested using Thermacut burs on the gums instead […]

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Tools of the trade: CEREC Omnicam and MCX milling unit

Editor — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 01:12:25 +0000

by Dr Yogita Khasa, Smilexcellence, Richmond, NSW We purchased this equipment in August of 2017 and it’s been a very successful, helpful set-up. It’s saving us money in terms of impression material and our gross profit has increased due to improved speed and increased use. What’s good about it Prior to owning the CEREC, our […]

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Tools of the trade: Picasso laser

Editor — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 01:12:15 +0000

by Dr Reuben Sim, Dental Boutique, Balwyn, VIC The Picasso is a soft tissue laser that has multiple uses. It has a wireless foot control, an easy-to-read screen, presets and fully customisable modes. What’s good about it It’s very handy when performing gingivectomies. It also provides great haemostasis and leaves a nice dry field so […]

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Tools of the trade: inLab MC X5 milling unit

Editor — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 05:34:43 +0000

by Dr Damian Chung, Park Terrace Dental, Port Lincoln, SA This is an advanced milling unit that is designed for use in dental laboratories. We needed another milling unit to back up our ageing CEREC MCXL unit so that’s why I chose the MC X5. What’s good about it With this milling unit, you can […]

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Tools of the trade: Sirolaser Blue

Editor — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 01:34:23 +0000

by Dr Allison Chiu, Erskine Park Dental, NSW Sirolaser Blue is a diode laser that I use for frenectomy, gingival troughing, haemostasis, removal of excess gum tissue and operculectomy. What’s good about it This is the first dental diode laser to have a blue, infrared and red wavelengths. This enables it to cover more than […]

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