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Dental 

Asia-Pacifi c 

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December 2007 - February 2008 

Important Points for a Paperless Practice 

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Predictable Access Strategies 

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Lower Anterior Veneers 

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Digital Photography and Laboratory 

Communication 

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What Makes an Attractive Smile? 

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Focus on Technology — Intraoral video 

cameras 

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The Mtwo NiTi rotary system for root 

canal preparation 

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An effective way to control 

bleeding—ViscoStat® Clear 

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The TiMax X premium turbines 

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Diamond 

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laboratories 

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The DiaTWISTER range of diamond 

instruments is ideal for working on 

acrylics and plaster. 

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Dispensers 

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been designed to ensure proper water/ 

gypsum powder ratios by automatically 

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Piezo unit for surgery 

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on piezoceramic ultrasound waves which 

generate high frequency, straight line 

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FL-BOND II, the second generation Giomer 

2-step, self-etching, radiopaque, fluoride 

releasing adhesive system features a unique 

Primer and Bonding Agent to provide excellent 

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DENTAL NEWS 

CMP constantly strives to improve and enhance the editorial content and appearance of 

Dental News publications. Here are some of the exciting new features for 2008! 

A NEW LOOK… in 2008 we’re redesigning the look and feel of Dental News publications and our popular 

website www.dentalHUB.net. Using some of the region’s most talented graphic designers, we’re making each 

publication easier to read and more exciting in appearance. 

FOCUSED INSERTS… Each issue in 2008 will include a highly-focused, 12-page insert featuring enlightened 

content aimed at a specifi c dental specialty and containing feature editorials by some of the world’s leading 

specialists, in addition to focused product profi les. 

ENDODONTICS 

The fastest growing, highest revenue producing treatment in dentistry. This insert will feature the 

latest tools and techniques designed to help all dentists perform this precise and diffi cult procedure 

successfully, including the use of NiTi instruments. 

Asia-Pacifi c Dental News : March 2008 Issue 

LABORATORY 

Featuring the latest enhancements in laboratory equipment, materials, and techniques. This special 

section will provide invaluable insights into this rapidly changing aspect of dentistry whether your 

practice has an in-house lab or uses a commercial lab. 

Asia-Pacifi c Dental News : June 2008 Issue 

IMPLANTS 

Readership surveys indicate our readers can’t get enough information about implants. Two leading 

specialists in the fi eld will review the current state-of-the-art while giving readers important information 

on how to increase their success with this highly technical and profi table treatment. 

Asia-Pacifi c Dental News : September 2008 Issue 

COSMETIC DENTISTRY 

The new lifeblood of dentistry. How to create and offer better “smiles” is rapidly becoming a 

mainstay of many practices. 

Asia-Pacifi c Dental News : December 2008 Issue 

SPECIAL REPORTS – 2008

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Aesthetic Dentistry… 

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What Makes an Attractive Smile? 

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Intraoral video cameras 

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The Digital Dentist… 

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Important Points for a Paperless Practice 

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Digital Photography and 

Laboratory Communication 

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Dennis Braunston, founder of 

Dental Learning Centers®, has 

been in dental technology for 

15 years, and is recognized as 

one of the early pioneers and 

experts at implementing digital 

photography in dentistry. 

He has contributed at the 

Pacific Aesthetic Continuum 

(P.A.C.~live) with Dr. David 

Hornbrook for three years and 

lectures at numerous study 

groups and seminars. Dental 

Learning Centers is located in 

Issaquah, Washington, U.S.A. 

Contact: (1) 425-557-7788, 

Dennis@DLCenters.com or visit 

www.DLCenters.com. 

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Just looking at the specifications of a 

camera doesn’t mean it will take the 

kind of pictures wanted. Needs, budget, 

and knowledge are important determinates 

in deciding the best camera for you. 

Here are some terms and related discussion 

points about digital cameras. 

Megapixel 

The first question asked by most dentists 

about digital cameras is “What is its meg- 

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Introduction 

The popularity of digital photography is booming. In a recent survey, 47% of dentists 

who responded owned a digital camera and 13% planned to purchase in the next 12 

months 1 . Ninety percent of those surveyed use their digital pictures for laboratory 

communication. Digital photography makes it possible for the immediate taking and 

communicating of images between the patient, dental laboratory, general dentist, 

and specialist. Pictures, especially for lab communication, are a necessity when trying 

to match teeth for color, luster, shape, and character with fabricated crowns and veneers 

2,3 . Photographs are much better than hand drawn maps of teeth and, in fact, a digital camera with specialized software can 

now give accurate shade prescriptions, reducing subjectivity and the difficulty of shade matching. 

Photographs with the case also give an emotional connection between the technician and patient 3,4 . That is, the ceramist is not 

just looking at a stone model; also seen are the teeth in the face, the shape of the head, the symmetry of the smile, and what is 

exposed in the aesthetic zone. All of these are assets that help the ceramist do their very best work. 

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apixel?” The reality is this is one of the last 

things consider because most cameras 

today meet or exceed what is needed. 

Each “pixel” represents a color point on 

the digital camera’s conversion sensor 

(CCD or CMOS). One megapixel equals 

one million dots of the color red, green, 

or blue. It is the mixture of these colors 

that makes up all color and the image 5 . 

Have you wondered why pictures vary in 

file size? In nature we see more greens 

and blues than reds. So even though 

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there are, for example, a million pixels, research 

shows there are a higher number 

of green and blue pixels than red ones. 

So, in this case, the picture of pure green 

or blue is around 1780k and the picture 

of red is 35% less, at 1162k. The manufacturer’s 

picture color is often skewed 

toward a particular color (see white balance 

below). 

Approximately, 1 megapixel is capable of 

printing a 4” x 6” sheet without deterioration; 

2 megapixels does the same for an 

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8.5” x 11” sheet. To put it in perspective, most computer 

monitors are just smaller than 1 megapixel (1024 x 768 = 

786,432 pixels). A 6 megapixel image would be 6 times 

as large as your screen and up to 15 megabytes—far too 

large for storage, manipulation, or electronic communication. 

Also, 2 megapixels that are sharp and clear is better 

than 6 megapixels that are blurry! 

Cameras have quality settings that also affect image size. 

For most uses, simply adjust image size to between 1 to 2 

megabytes. The cameras mentioned below have reached 

a point where the resolution (around 6 megapixels) 

exceeds the needs of most users. Emphasis should be 

placed on usability and image quality 5,6 . 

White Balance/Color Adjustment 

Off the shelf, each camera will have its own color characteristics 

and adjustment methods. Usually, custom white 

balancing the camera gets color close to accurate. This 

procedure is not difficult and will be explained in the 

owner’s manual7 . Not all cameras have the white balance 

function and, therefore, give you less ability to correct 

color. This is true of the Kodak 7490 that has no white balance 

feature and gives a magenta look. 

Aperature (f stop) 

The larger the number, the increased depth of field. So 

f22 would be suitable for an anterior picture straight 

on where front and back teeth need to be in focus. F5.6 

would be for a full-face portrait where a blurry background 

is wanted4 . 

DIGITAL CAMERAS 

There are two classes of cameras—DSLR (Digital Single 

Lens Reflex) interchangeable lens cameras and the modi- 

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fied, lighter weight Point and Shoot cameras. 

DSLR Cameras 

In DSLR cameras, the most popular brands (in order) are 

the Canon Digital Rebel XT (Pic 2), Canon 20D (Pic 3), Fuji 

S3 Pro (Pic 4), and Nikon D70. 

Lighting 

Similarities with these cameras are that they are sophisticated 

with capabilities that go beyond dental 

photography; they should have a front-mounted ring 

flash, point flash, or dual mounted lights, and are usually 

manually focused for close up photography. Without a 

ring flash, macro pictures will sometimes be washed out8 . 

The external flash is metered through the lens by the 

cameras mentioned, except the Nikon. On the Nikon, the 

power of the flash must be set manually which then may 

need readjusting depending on the picture. Controlling 

the power and angle of light on the teeth gives different 

important information. 

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Lens 

Most owners outfit their camera with a 100mm macro 

lens which has the ability to focus up close. Because the 

digital camera uses a CCD or CMOS sensor that is of a 

different size than 35mm film, a 100mm lens on a 35mm 

camera converts to 160mm on a digital camera. This 

means a higher magnified lens gives a flattening effect 

on pictures. Canon recently released a 60mm macro lens 

which equates to 96mm—this is a better choice. 

Image Size - Megapixel 

All these cameras are around 6 megapixels and have 

many adjustments, so image quality will not be a problem. 

Settings 

The camera should be put on aperture priority (Av) and 

f stop set around f22 for close up pictures where good 

depth of field is needed. It is recommended to slightly 

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Those manufacturing processes assure 

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underexpose pictures to better see tooth color and luster. 

A picture can always be slightly brightened without 

losing quality but you cannot darken an overexposed 

picture and maintain quality. Full-face photos should be 

taken at f5.6 for more emphasis on the face 3 . On Canon 

cameras the flash can be manually set to the desired 

power of light (-1/3 on the 30D). 

DSLR cameras, at about 4 pounds, are substantially heavier 

than Point and Shoot cameras and can be intimidating 

because of the weight and attached apparatus. Most 

people prefer a lighter camera if quality is comparable. 

DSLR cameras have the following characteristics: 

1) Viewing is Through the Lens (TTL) 

2) Require external lighting 

3) Are manually focused 

4) Are heavier 

5) Provide greater depth of field 


6) Are more expensive 

Point and Shoot Digital Cameras 

As noted above, don’t let camera size or megapixel drive 

your purchasing decision. High quality and DSLR features 

can be found in a small package that takes superb pictures. 

Some of these cameras have been modified and 

some are off the shelf. Some cameras have the capability 

to take dental photos and some do not, regardless of the 

specifications! These cameras are between 4 and 7 megapixels—plenty 

big enough for good quality. Things to 

look for are the ability to focus close, color control, proper 

lighting, exposure control, depth of field, overall ease of 

use, and support. All the following cameras qualify. 

The Canon DentalFoto, Olympus C5060, and Canon G6 

are three good examples in this classification. These cameras 

have similar features to DSLR cameras although lighter 

weight, but don’t have the range of settings as DSLR or interchangeable 

lenses. In addition, viewing is done through 

an LCD screen, not through the lens. 

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Lighting 

The Canon DentalFoto (Pic 7) and 

Olympus C5060 use onboard lighting 

located on the camera body close to 

the lens. Light is diffused and eliminates 

the need for a ring flash. The 

Canon G6 needs either the Canon 

MR-14EX ring light or a proprietary 

diffuser. Lighting is very good. 

Lens 

Both the Canon DentalFoto and G6 


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need a snap-on lens accessory for 

close up pictures. Both cameras have 

memorized presets that zoom in if 

set up correctly. The Olympus C5060 

uses no additional close up lens and 

works best at about 8 inches from 

the subject (further away than the 

other two models). 

Image Size – Megapixel 

As stated previously, the cameras are 

from 5 to 7 megapixel and can be 


set at different compressions. They 

should be set around 1 megabyte 

per image for storage and email. 

Settings 

Important settings are color, 

exposure, and depth of field, like 

DSLR cameras. The advantage here 

goes to the Canon DentalFoto 

and Canon G6 over the Olympus 

C5060 due to memorized settings 

programmed into the camera.



The Canon DentalFoto also offers an The Canon G6 has been on the market 2. Diffusers, ring lights, or onboard 

optional digital photography course for for quite a while and will be retired soon. flash are used 

lab techs and dentists on which a 4-hour To work in a dental photography environ- 3. The camera focuses rather than be- 

CE credit is given. 

ment it must be outfitted with a Canon 

ing manually focused 

MR14 EX ring light or a diffuser, making 4. The camera is lighter and less bulky 

The Olympus C5060 camera works well it pricey. 

5. They do not have the depth of field 

but is reported to slightly overexpose 

of DSLRs 

the image unless modified. The C5060 These cameras all provide good lighting 

has 5 megapixels and a 4 to 1 optical and offer controls much like DSLR cam- (In part two of this article the author 

zoom for good close ups. The onboard eras. They differ in that: 

covers printing photos and the steps 

flash sits by the lens, lessening any 

1. You view on an LCD not Through The required to take quality dental 

shadow effect. Lens (TTL) 

photos.) APDN 

New Design – improved ergonomics 

With its ergonomic shape the instruments sit comfortably in the 

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The angle of 21˚ reduces the effective height of the contra-angles 

making comfortable working possible. This guarantees the best 

access to the field of work within the rear molar region. 

This characteristic is particularly noticeable in closed mouth 

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1 Emmott L. Picture perfect digital images. 

Dental Products Report 52-56, June 2004 

2 Fondriest J. Improving Photographic Strategies 

In Shade Communication. Clinical Science, 

The Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry. Vol 

19 Number 3. 70-74, Fall 2003 

3 Spear F. The Art of Intra-Oral Photography. 

Video, Seattle, WA. Published by the Seattle 

Institute for Advanced Dental Education; 

1999 

4 Spear F. The Art of Intra-Oral Photography. 

(P 9, 29), Seattle, WA. Published by the 

Seattle Institute for Advanced Dental Education; 

1999 

5 DaSilva J.The Photographic Historical Society 

of Canada 

6 Hedge T. All you need to know about 

digital photography. Dental Economics May, 

2002 

7 Braunston D. Creating Powerful Patient 

Presentations. The Profi table Dentist. March 

2003. 

8 Gallegos A. Enhancing Interprofessional 

Communication Through Digital Photography. 

Journal of the California Dental 

Association 2001 

Refer to our 

Calendar on 

Page 40 for 

upcoming 

meetings and 

other 

Regional 

events.



Gutta percha delivery system 

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Supplier’s new Gutta Percha Delivery 

System is a third generation thermoplastic 

system particularly for warm gutta percha 

techniques for both the totalfill (no 

cone) and backfill techniques. Improved 

features include a brilliant blue backlit 

display with a digital memory button 

for temperature presets, a much smaller 

control unit utilizing less counter space, and 

an ergonomically redesigned detachable 

handpiece. 

Three needle sizes (20, 23, 25 gauge) will 

fit both the new system. Other accessories 

include both regular flow and lower Flow 

150 gutta percha, as well as the doubleended 

nickel titanium/stainless steel “S 

Kondensors” for root canal compaction. 

Supplier: Obtura/Spartan, U.S.A. 

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C-silicone 

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Supplier’s StabiSil is a C-silicone that 

ensures an exact reproduction of even 

the finest details. For patient comfort, 

this silicone has an intraoral snap-set 

effect and the user can actively influence 

the setting time. StabiSil flows only 

under pressure and has no drip. It has a 

7-day dimensional stability and a 3-year 

shelf life. 

Supplier: Cavex Holland BV, Netherlands 


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Wide fi xture 

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The SAVE (Submerged/ 

Internal Fixture type) 

system is a wide 

fixture system offering 

increased stability 

and operation for 

cases where there is 

not enough length 

and widespread tooth 

extraction. Other features include 

micro thread for the prevention 

of bone loss; root form design for 

fixation force in the initial stage; 

rotation safe cutting edge for 

smooth implantation; and easy 

to implant no mount system. The 

system is compatible with other 

upper systems. 

Supplier: Dentis Co. Ltd., Korea 


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Dispensers 

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The AquaSpense water dispenser 

has been designed to ensure proper 

water/gypsum powder ratios by 

automatically calculating powder 

weight and then accurately dispensing 

the correct amount of water. 

Automating the process creates more 

predictable working times, expansion, 

set times, and hardness, resulting in 

fewer remakes and increased profits. 

The unit is programmable for up to 15 

various gypsums, allowing flexibility to 

standardize lab processes and ensure 

optimal product performance. 

The AquaSpense SL water and special 

liquid dispenser eliminates operator 

error when calculating water-to-liquid 

ratios and the variability of preweighed 

powder for consistent casting 

sizes with less finishing time. 

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Contra-angle handpieces 

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The Strong ACL contra-angle series handpieces are most 

usable for implant surgery—16:1, 20:1, and 64:1. Also 

available is a 1:1 lever or pushbutton contra-angle and 

a straight angle handpiece. All angles are CE0120, ISO 

approved, and autoclavable. 

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on the positive experience with ceramics 

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medical prostheses. The special biocompatible 

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incorporates easy-to-use software and 

touchscreen control in a cost effective 

unit that is said to reduce patient 

discomfort and improve healing. With 

continuous normal pulsed, short pulsed, 

and single pulsed mode selection, the 

laser cuts, coagulates, and sterilizes without collateral tissue 

damage, charring, or recession. 

Supplier: OREXON, Inc., U.S.A. 


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piezoceramic ultrasound waves which generate 

high frequency, straight line oscillations forward 

and back, which increase the precision and safety 

in surgical applications. The unit can be used in 

periodontal, oral, and maxilla surgery, as well as 

in implantology. Distinct indications are sinus lift, 

osteotomy, osteoplasty, bone blocks extraction, 

alveolar ridge splitting, autologous bone harvesting, 

tooth extraction, cystectomy, root tip resection, and 

nerve transposition. 

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catalyst for use with the BEYOND Power Whitening System 

or any other light acceleration system on the market. Each 

dual barrel syringe contains 2.5ml of whitening gel, loaded 

with catalyst for three 8-12 minute consecutive cycles for 

a single half-hour whitening treatment All gels contain 

additional ingredients to ensure a glossy finish. 

Each kit contains BEYOND Whitening Gel, BlueSeal Gingival 

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and mixing tips. 

Supplier: Beyond Technology Corp., China 


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editorial reviewer for the 

Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, 

a fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry 

and the Pierre Fauchard Society. He authors articles 

on aesthetics, occlusion and photography that are 

published internationally. Dr. Spoor is the director 

of Artistry in Dentistry Continuums, hands-on continuing 

dental education courses in Seattle, Washington 

and offers courses in aesthetics through 

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The saying, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder”, 

is very true in the realm of cosmetics; additionally, 

beauty is in the mind of the owner. Beyond 

the technical aspects of dentistry, in cosmetics the 

psychology and opinions of the patient and the 

people in their lives who influence those opinions 

are equal, if not more important factors. 

The dentist’s technical command of the technique 

to create precise margins, the optimal choice of 

restorative materials, proper interproximal contour 

design, and harmonizing with physiological occlusal 

function, all are factors in case longevity and are 

the foundation for long term success. The shorter 

term challenge of gaining enthusiastic patient acceptance 

is in the emotional realm of whether or 

not they like the “look”. 

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Following is a checklist of the more important factors used 

to define what makes the “look” of a smile attractive and can 

be used as an adjunct when designing a case (Figure 1). 

Horizontal plane of occlusion is perpendicular to the long 

axis of the face. Most patients have some facial asymmetry 

that should be taken into account when determining the 

long axis of the face. The best way to make an assessment 

of the horizontal plane is with the patient standing straight 

with the dentist positioned directly in front of them. A physical 

recording of the plane can then be made (e.g. stick bite 

registration or facebow). A Fox plane is an excellent adjunct 

to highlight the plane. 

The slight curve of the maxillary teeth follows the curve of 

the lower lip when smiling. This can be quite subtle or occasionally 

exaggerated. Edges of the teeth are relatively higher 

as the eye moves distally (Figure 2). 

There is a proportion and dominance to anterior teeth. The 

maxillary central incisor is usually 10.5-11mm from gingival 

to incisal edge. If the length-to-width ratio of that tooth can 

be kept to 75-80% and the Golden proportion (1.6/1.0/0.6) 

of the relative visual width of the central, lateral, and cuspid, 

the smile will have a natural harmony. 

Incisal embrasures of maxillary teeth progress from small to 

large with a distinct and slightly asymmetric form between 

lateral and cuspid. This tends to separate teeth and is characteristic 

of youth (Figure 3). 

Bilateral symmetry exists. Perfect symmetry is actually 

undesirable as it looks synthetic. The relative display of the 

contralateral tooth tends to mirror the other including incisal 

edge. The gingival architecture is as important as tooth 

structure (Figure 4). 

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Aesthetic Dentistry 

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The subtlety of the curve of maxillary anterior teeth follows 

the lower lip contour, not the opposite (Case 3 before and 

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Incisal embrasures are progressively larger moving distally 

and the shape of the embrasure between the lateral and 

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A more youthful smile displays more teeth, both vertically 

and horizontally. It is not uncommon to have close to 100% 

display of maxillary anterior in a full smile, especially in 

young women. An extension of 1-2mm below the edge of 

the rested lip is also often present. Bicuspids tend to fill the 

buccal space giving the appearance of breadth (Figure 5). 

Surface contours are typically highly reflective and convex, 

with vertical flutings to break up the light. This seems to be 

true whether the teeth, particularly incisors, are shaped relatively 

square, ovoid, round, or triangular. Using the general 

outline of the face turned upside-down seems to work. A 

more ovoid form works for many females, especially if the 

desire is to create a more youthful and softer appearance 

(Figure 6). 

Shade is light. The societal trend is ‘lighter is better’. Bleaching 

is marketed everywhere. If in the design of restorations 

the dentist can maintain a natural looking translucency pattern, 

as the shades of the teeth become lighter it counters 

the tendency to become overly opaque. Hue, chroma, and 

value are all factors that play important roles. Use various 

lighting to chose the best overall option because patients are 

not seen under full spectrum light conditions (Figure 7). 


Giomer restorative and adhesive system with more than 8 years of proven clinical success 

lead to the development of its 2nd generation , light-cure fluoride releasing 

Direct Aesthetic Restorative material and , 2-step, self-etching Adhesive 

System to provide even better restorations with predictable aesthetics and function. 


Individual teeth are not monochromatic but exhibit a 

gradation of color and opacity from gingival through incisal. 

Because of thinning of the enamel toward the gingival edge 

of a tooth, more intense colors appear. 

Teeth are aligned smoothly into the arch form and have a 

harmonious flow from tooth to tooth. As the eye sees the 

smile, there are no abrupt changes in the outline of individual 

teeth (Figure 8). 

This short list of parameters can be helpful in taking a qualitative 

subject that is largely emotional for the patient and 

quantifying it to give patients truly attractive smiles. APDN 

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of light similar to 

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The DiaTWISTER range of diamond instruments is 

ideal for working on acrylics and plaster. Specially 

arranged aperture slits ensure excellent air 

circulation while grinding and prevent material 

from overheating and clogging. The one-piece 

design provides precise concentric running and long 

service life. The range of instruments now includes 

a conically rounded shape, available in both megacoarse 

and super-coarse diamond grit. 

Supplier: Busch & Co., KG, Germany 


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The GDP-1 digital panoramic X-ray 

system is an ergonomic and compact unit provides optimal 

positioning, easy operation, and comfort for the patient. 

The unit’s Triana Software uses digital image processing 

tools such as optimal dynamic range reduction and edge 

enhancement to provide optimal layout of images for 

each preference setting. The X-ray generator has a range 

of 60-85kV, a maximum output power of 850W, and an 

exposure time range of 14-17sec. 

Supplier: Genoray Co. Ltd., Korea 


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Three new styles of overhead monitor mount solutions: 

wall mount, central console mount, and ceiling mount offer 

exceptional range of motion with up to six pivot points. Each 

style covers a wide area and, combined with exceptional 

positioning capabilities, provides a clean, unobstructed 

view. Versatile design including counterbalance tension 

adjustments and easy cable routing simplify future monitor 

upgrades. The new styles are VESA compliant (75mm and 

100mm) and can handle up to 20 pounds (9kg). 

Supplier: A-dec, Inc., U.S.A. 


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The Starlight pro curing light is ultra-light (only 105g), 

compact, and easy to handle. A high-efficiency 5W LED and a 

proprietary optical element ensure a 2mm layer is hardened 

in only 10 seconds. The cordless unit is equipped with both a 

10 second (standard) and a 20 second (soft-start) mode and 

the lithium-ion battery requires only a 90-minute charge to 

provide 320 10-second cycles. The radiometer checks the 

unit’s power output and ensures a constant light power 

regardless of the charge level. Available in pink, orange, blue, 

green, yellow, silver, or standard white, the unit comes with a 

3-year warranty on device, charger and LED. 

Supplier: Mectron spa, Italy 


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SuniCam is a USB camera that 

weighs only one ounce (30g) and 

provides true high-resolution images 

(1.23 megapixels). No video card 

is necessary so the camera can be 

moved from patient to patient. 

SuniCam provides a wide field of view 

illuminated with nine white LEDs. 

Supplier: Suni Medical Imaging, Inc., 

U.S.A. 


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The Kodak 1000 Intraoral Video 

Camera is equipped with SONY 

high resolution CCD technology. 

The camera and docking station 

are PC and video compatible so 

images may be displayed on a 

computer workstation or TV monitor. 

Additional “plug-and-play” docking 

stations placed in each operatory 

allow sharing the camera between 

treatment rooms. Kodak Dental 

Imaging Software allows archiving, 

managing, and modifying images. The 

camera automatically adjusts white 

balance and brightness, depending 

on ambient light. 

Supplier: Carestream Health, Inc., 

Singapore 


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The C-U2 digital intraoral camera can 

be incorporated into the dentist’s 

or assistant’s module. Its high 

brightness ensures optimal lighting 

of the oral cavity during video 

imaging and provides sharp images 

and excellent freeze frame quality 

through the use of digital Progressive 

Scan technology. Blurring risks are 

minimized due to the fingertip 

control via a touch-sensitive area 

on the handpiece. The freeze frame 

function can also be used via the 

foot control. The wide-angle view is 

partially retroflexed for easy access to 

distal and posterior areas. 

Supplier: Anthos, Italy 

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The AdvanceCAM intraoral camera 

uses six super bright LEDs to display 

ultra clear images on a TV, LCD 

monitor, or computer (2.0USB). The 

camera may directly connect to 

the computer (AIC899) or interface 

with a docking station allowing 

SD card memory storage and 

quad image viewing features. By 

adding a wireless transmitter to the 

AdvanceCam, the camera functions 

in wireless mode. 

Supplier: TPC Advanced Technology, 

Inc., China 


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The portable Acclaim® USB Intraoral 

Camera is extremely easy to handle 

and can be pocketed from room 

to room using the quick connect 

feature. Single-handed operation 

eliminates manual focusing and all 

objects from 6mm to 50mm snap 

automatically into sharp focus. The 

camera captures and saves images 

with the touch of a button, and 

connects via USB 2.0 to provide 

superior clarity, sharpness, and trueto-life 

soft tissue color. 

Supplier: Air Techniques, Inc., U.S.A. 

The KaVo ERGOcam 4 uses the 

patented KaVo contra-angle design 

for optimal ergonomic movement. 

A patented diaphragm focus 

control provides a crisp image, deep 

insights, and good depth of field. 

The unit uses powerful LED light 

sources and is configurable through 

the PC software for functions such 

as white balance, light activation, 

amplification, image reflection, and 

image filter. The tubing is removable 

at the handpiece for uncomplicated 

camera change and easier service. 

Supplier: KaVo Dental Asia Pacific, 

China 


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The BEYOND® Power Whitening System 

delivers a powerful beam of light through 

over 12,000 optical fibers and filtering lens, 

illuminating arches at a wavelength of 

480-520 nanometers. Ultraviolet (UV) 

light is completely removed leaving 

only intense, focused cold light, which penetrates deep into 

teeth to activate the BEYOND II Whitening Gel formula. 

The BEYOND® II Single Patient Kit contains both the 35% Gel 

Formula and the Powder/Liquid Formula which is effective 

on tetracycline and fluoride stains. Additional ingredients 

ensure a glossy white finish. 



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These units are made of stainless 

steel for durability and resistance to 

constant temperature variation. Model 12LX allows drying cycles 

to be run while the door is open whether materials are packed 

or not. Features include pre-set sterilization with a standard 

cycle, an automatic safety valve, and a high-performance silicone 

door sealing system. A Model 19L includes a self-managed 

micro-processed controller, high resistance to temperature and 

pressure, pre-set sterilization with four standard cycles, and a 

drying cycle with a semi-open door. 

Supplier: Dabi Atlante, Brazil 


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The Scalex 850 is a 1,000cc self-contained ultrasonic scaler 

with one-touch selection between the medicament tank 

and external water source. Multiple applications include 

periodontics (to dispense medicaments, chlorhexidine, 

saline) endodontics (to dispense irrigants such as sodium 

hypochloride, sodium chloride, EDTA solution), and 

prophylaxis (to dispense distilled water from the tank or 

water from an external supply). 

Supplier Dentamerica, U.S.A. 


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The HEROfill® system is a third generation endodontic 

obturator ideally used after an endodontic treatment 

performed with Supplier’s HERO Shaper® or an endodontic 

retreatment performed with R-Endo®. The new HEROfill® 

Oven has been redesigned to be more compact and 

ergonomic and incorporates an oven chamber composed of 

three ceramic heating elements. 

The HEROfill introductory kit is composed of one HEROfill 

Oven, one pack of 6 obturators n°25, 2 packs of 6 obturators 

n°30, one pack of 6 verifiers (n°25 x 2 and n°30 x 4). 

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Enlighten your day! 

With LED. 

TA-97 C LED 

New LED technology 

New small head 

New Penta Spray 

Bur length 16-21 mm 

As people have priority, you must be able to see them clearly. Therefore we have 

developed turbines that illuminate the treatment area in daylight quality: the 

TA-97 C LED and the TA-98 C LED. With small head sizes for ease of access and 

cutting-edge LED technology the new Synea range offer a unique experience. 

In order that you enjoy work – at any hour. 


Supplier: MICRO-MEGA®, France 


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Supplier’s second generation Giomer is offered 

in its family of restoratives that includes Beautifil 

II, Beautifil Opaquer, and Beautifil Flow and their 

adhesive system (FL-Bond II) for direct cosmetic 

restorations. 

Beautifil II (pictured), with improved S-PRG (Surface 

Pre-Reacted Type of Glass Ionomer), is a user-friendly 

direct aesthetic restorative material for anterior and 

posterior teeth. FL-Bond II, a 2-step, self-etching, 

radiopaque, fluoride releasing adhesive system 

features a unique Primer and Bonding Agent to 

provide excellent bond to both enamel and dentin. 

Supplier: Shofu, Inc., Singapore 


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Consepsis Scrub is a lightly flavored 2.0% 

chlorhexidine gluconate disinfecting scrub used 

for removal of residual temporary cement prior to 

permanent cementation and/or cleaning debris 

while disinfecting. Consepsis Scrub significantly 

reduces post-op sensitivity without compromising 

bond strength. 

Supplier: Ultradent Products, Inc., U.S.A. 


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The Scalex 890 Self-Contained 

Piezo Ultrasonic Scaler offers 

portability and features easy 

one-touch selection between the 

medicament tank and external water source. The 

1,000cc scaler has multiple applications including 

periodontics (to dispense solutions such as 

medicaments, chlorhexidine, saline), endodontics 

(to dispense irrigants such as sodium hypochloride, 

sodium chloride, EDTA solution), and prophylaxis (to 

dispense distilled water from the tank of water from 

an external water supply). 

Supplier: Dentamerica Inc., U.S.A. 


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The FXK-cut carbide cutters are ideal for the final 

surface processing of laboratory-prepared dental 

prostheses. The 13 instruments with handpiece 

shank (ø 2.35mm) are available in three applicationspecific 

working part lengths (conventional carbide 

cutters, MIDIS and SHORTIES). The instruments are 

useful prior to final firings and polishing of ceramic 

restorations. 

Supplier: Busch & Co. KG, Germany 


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Impressional is an all-round and extremely 

elastic alginate that mixes to a creamy, 

viscous paste and has superior tear 

strength. It has an easy-to-read blue color 

and can be poured out twice. It is also 

ideal for the monophase technique and in 

combination with hydrocolloid. 



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The ADU-17 Express II and ADU-17X Express 

Plus II units are designed for portable 

dentistry, public health sealant programs, 

tooth whitening applications, and 

emergency backup and deliver powerful 

suction performance. Both units feature 

high volume and saliva ejector vacuum, oilless 

1/2 HP compressor, air/water syringe, 

and internal water supply. The ample waste 

container includes an automatic overflow 

shut-off to avoid overfilling. Tubing quickdisconnects 

ensure quick and easy disposal 

of waste and an integrated screen separates 

solids and liquids. All system components 

pack inside an impact-resistant carrying 

case, which has built-in wheels and 

retractable handle. 

The ADU-17X Express Plus II (photo) 

also includes a pneumatic handpiece 

connection with irrigation flow control for 

a single air-driven high-speed or low-speed 

handpiece. The units carry the CE mark. 

Supplier: Aseptico, Inc., U.S.A. 


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with Supplier’s patented clean head 

system to prevent cross infection. Dual 

Air Jet turbine generates 22W power, 

while Integrated Shaft Bearings (ISB) 

ensure vibration-free, accurate and 

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assures uninterrupted visibility and Quattro 

Water Spray cools the bur. The lightweight, 

delicately curved arc-line solid titanium 

body with scratchless DURACOAT provide 

the ideal head and grip angle. 

Supplier: NSK, Nakanishi, Inc., Japan 


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graduate of USC, he 

earned his D.M.D. 

from Boston University 

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residency at the 

Eastman Dental Center 

in Rochester, New 

York. He received 

his specialty training 

at the University of 

Washington and went 

into private practice in 

Vermont until moving 

to California in 2002 

to establish DTC, a 

company which focuses on the specialized technological 

needs of the dental community. 

Dr. Lavine is a CompTia Certified A+ Computer Repair 

Technician, CompTia Network+ certified and will soon 

be a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator. He 

has extensive hands-on experience with most practice 

management software, image management software, 

digital cameras, intraoral cameras, computers, 

networks, and digital radiography systems. 

Dr. Lavine is the regular Technology columnist for 

Dental Economics magazine. His articles have appeared 

in Dentistry Today, Dental Economics, Dental Equipment 

and Materials, Dental Practice Report, New Dentist, Dental 

Angle Online, and DentalTown magazine, where he is a 

moderator of their Computer and Software Forums. He 

has lectured to the American Academy of Periodontology, 

at the DentalTown Extravaganza, and given numerous 

State Dental Society and Study Club lectures. In addition, 

he is a member of the Speaking and Consulting Network 

and is the former consultant to the Indian Health Service. 

For further information, call Dental Technology 

Consultants at 1-866-204-3398 or email DrLavine@ 

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evolve, many dentists are aiming toward a 

“paperless” practice. I personally think the term 

“paperless” is not really accurate as there will 

always be paper in the office. However, chartless 

is a realistic goal. Many practices no longer have a 

physical chart that is moved from room to room. 

As data becomes digital, protecting that data is 

absolutely critical. Unfortunately, what is seen 

in many practices is inadequate or no backup 

protocol for crucial data. How would your practice 

recover from such a traumatic loss? Why find out? 

If you talk to ten people in the IT (Information 

Technology) field, you’ll get ten different opinions 

on how to do a proper backup. Rather than give 

you an explanation of how I design my backup, 

here are the important points to consider: 

1. There is no “right” or “wrong” way to do a 

backup, but for me there are two absolutely 

critical parts to the backup design. First, you 

need to backup on a frequency that minimizes 

the amount of data you would need to 

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re-enter manually should you need to restore 

the data. For most offices, this is once a day, 

but for busy, large group practices, more 

frequent backups may be indicated. Secondly, 

and just as important, the backup must be 

taken offsite on a daily basis. Having a great 

backup at the office won’t do any good if the 

computers are stolen or if the office burns 

down. 

2. There are many programs designed to backup 

data. Windows® has a built-in program 

that, while rudimentary, can get the job done. 

My favorite is an inexpensive program called 

Karen’s Replicator, which can be customized 

for backup frequency and time. Certain dental 

programs (e.g. Eaglesoft, Dentrix Image) 

need special software to back up if you don’t 

want to manually “close” the database each 

night. 

3. Verification of the backup must be made on 

a regular basis. I recommend at least once 

per month, but once a week would be great 

if you have the time. How do you do this? 

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Simply restore the data to another computer. Many 

dentists install the program on a home computer, 

load the backed-up data, and then run the program 

at home to check that the data is correct, that the 

schedule looks right, that recent transactions are 

there, etc. In my opinion, this is the only way to 

truly know if the data has been backed up successfully. 

4. I’m not a huge fan of tapes. Why? See #2 above. 

Few people (if any) have a tape drive on their home 

computer so there’s no easy way to verify a tape 

backup. Secondly, the server is usually the only 

office computer with a tape drive, so if the server 

crashes, the tape is useless. Finally, I find most tape 

backup software to be confusing and clunky. 

5. I do like external USB drives, such as those from 

Maxtor, Western Digital, or Seagate. Because they 

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are USB they can easily be used at home, are fast, 

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6. I suggest getting two drives with a folder on each 

for each day of the week and then swapping the 

drives out daily. That way, you will have 10 days’ 

worth of data spread over two drives which is fine 

for almost any office. 

7. Having redundant backup is always a great idea. 

Options to consider would include backing up to 

at least one workstation, a laptop, and/or using an 

online backup service. Choose this service wisely, as 

you’ll want one that can keep multiple days of data, 

allows quick restoration, and protects the data well. 

Every office that is computerized should take stock of 

their current backup regimen, verify the data, and take 

any steps necessary to prevent a data loss disaster. 


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powders, and three Essence powders. An IPS e.max Ceram 

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The combination of Bausch PROGRESS 100 ® 

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Access is a critical foundation of endodontic 

therapy. Optimal cleansing, 

shaping, and obturation are only possible 

if adequate access has been made. 

Access procedures are most effi ciently 

carried out when viewed through a 

surgical operating microscope (SOM) 

(Global Surgical Microscopes, Global 

Surgical, St. Louis, MO, USA). Access can 

easily be too small, but is rarely made 

too large. Restricted access made with 

the intention of saving tooth structure 

from the belief that the tooth will be 

less at risk of vertical fracture is hopeful 

and misdirected. Restricted access ultimately 

causes defi ciencies in cleaning 

and shaping canals. 

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He is a private practice Endodontist in Vancouver, 

Washington, USA. Among other appointments, he 

is the endodontic consultant for the Belau National 

Hospital Dental Clinic in the Republic of Palau. Korror, 

Palau (Micronesia). He can be reached at 

RichardMounce@mounceendo.com. 

Using the SOM properly can facilitate only the removal of 

tooth structure that is necessary. Access can, and often 

does, look quite different from the pictures in textbooks. 

Rotations, tipped teeth, crowns and previous restoratives 

(among many causes) can influence the size of access 

preparations. 

Ideal access creates straight-line entry into the coronal 

third of roots. Achieving this goal, especially in molar 

teeth, requires removal of the cervical dentinal triangle 

by the means described below. Straight-line access 

implies that a file can be placed vertically into the orifice 

of the canal without touching or being flexed by one of 

the walls of the access preparation. Unrestricted straightline 

access to the orifice allows subsequent access to all 

canal thirds. Ideal access and coronal third management 

is consistent with greater volumes of irrigation, increased 

tactile control, cleaner canals, and fewer iatrogenic issues. 

Conceptually, it is helpful to visualize the canal enlargement 

as starting from the coronal surface, continuing 

through the orifice, coronal and middle thirds, and ending 

at the minor constriction. In essence, access is the first 

step in cleaning and shaping. Preparation of the apical 

third to the correct size and optimal cleanliness has, as 

its origin, an access preparation that allows straight-line 

insertion of instruments and copious irrigation into the 

apical third. An access that is too small can easily engage 

file flutes through restrictive dentin with a reduction of 

tactile control. Such restrictive forces also increase the 

risk of fracture, strip perforation, and canal transportations 

of all types. 

Ideal access facilitates efficient canal location. The 

converse is true. Once located, orifices can be enlarged 

efficiently with rotary nickel titanium (RNT) orifice openers. 

An orifice that is correctly enlarged allows ideal 

tactile control, copious irrigation, and is easier to work 

through during obturation and placement of the final 

coronal seal. Specifically, if an orifice is opened to a .12 

taper in the coronal third, the orifice can then ideally be 

filled several mm into the canal from the pulpal floor 

with a flowable composite such as PermaFlo (Ultradent, 

South Jordan, Utah, USA). Flowable composite used in 

this manner can provide an ideal coronal seal especially 

when used in combination with a bonded obturation 

with a material like RealSeal.* PermaFlo can be used to 

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fill just the orifice or the entire access preparation to complete 

the coronal build up as indicated. Under the SOM, 

orifice enlargement is simple, efficient, and predictable 

using orifice openers like the K3 Shapers* (*SybronEndo, 

Orange, California, USA). K3 shapers are available in three 

tapers .12, .10, and .08 with a fixed #25 tip size. The K3 

shapers are flexible, durable, and very efficient cutting 

instruments. 

In access for retreatment procedures, coronal access becomes 

even more vitally important. Removal of previous 

obturation material as well as metal or other fragments of 

all types (from posts to separated instruments) requires 

adequate room to visualize the fragment and provide 

space into which the fragment can be delivered. These 

goals are pursued in tandem with the requirement that 

access not only allow such removal but do so in a manner 

that does not additionally risk an iatrogenic event. 

Consideration should be given to removal of the whole 

crown in such a clinical case to; 1) save time, 2) allow 

visualization under the crown and see if recurrent decay 

or fractures are present, 3) confirm restorability. The 

CORONAflex (Kavo, Lake Zurich, Illinois, USA) can make 

crown removal simple, rapid, and efficient. 

Having the needed instruments to create access easily 

and efficiently has obvious value. It is noteworthy that 

access is made through a wide variety of materials and 

clinical situations (limited openings, rotated and tipped 

teeth, through porcelain, metals of all types including 

precious, semi precious, and non precious, as well as cast 

posts, etc). I use the LA Axxess kit (SybronEndo, Orange, 

California, USA) because it comprehensively contains all 

the burs needed for access, irrespective of the clinical 

indication. The kit also contains side cutting stainless 

steel line angle burs (of various sizes) with parabolic safe 

ended tips that both straighten up access line angles 

and act as orifice openers. Shaping the coronal third with 

stainless steel instead of RNT orifice openers can provide 

cost savings. The line angle burs of the LA Axxess kit have 

the potential to cause strip perforation, similar to a Peezo 

reamer, if they are used without regard for the width of 

the furcal side of the root wall. The line angle burs and 

the K3 shapers are both ideal for removing the cervical 

dentinal triangle. 

In summary, the access created to make endodontics 

possible is vitally important for the quality of the entire 

procedure. Excellent visualization should be combined 

with knowledge of expected anatomy to locate all canals 

and give the clinician a comprehensive operating command 

over the canals during their cleansing, shaping, 

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Dr. Mounce does not have any commercial interest in 

any of the products mentioned in this column and would 

welcome any reader feedback to: 

RichardMounce@MounceEndo.com. APDN 

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The LA Axxess* kit 

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Use of the LA Axxess* line 

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Figures 3A-B Clinical cases where the cervical dentinal triangle 

has been removed and which allowed an unrestricted 

straight-line canal access using K3 instrumentation* and 

RealSeal obturation. 

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CRA Report 



Lower Anterior Veneers 

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Many clinicians successfully place upper 

anterior veneers but may not have 

considered veneers for lower anterior 

teeth. Following report on ceramic veneers 

for lower anterior teeth includes 

1) Rationale for lower anterior veneers; 

2) Tooth preparation and seating lower 

anterior ceramic veneers; and 3) CRA 

conclusions. 

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Appearance of lower anterior teeth without veneers 

or incisal recontouring. 

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Appearance of the same lower anterior teeth after incisal recontouring 

and placement of 2 ceramic veneers (right lateral 

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1. RATIONALE FOR LOWER ANTERIOR 

VENEERS 

Young adults often show their upper anterior teeth when 

they smile and speak but do not usually show their lower 

anterior teeth. However, due to the loss of muscle tone 

with aging, unavoidable sagging of facial tissues often 

causes display of lower anterior teeth in mature adults 

when speaking. Many patients are amazed to see the 

objectionable color and/or malpositioning of their lower 

anterior teeth, and express a desire for improved esthetics. 

Exercise to determine if lower anterior teeth are 

displayed when speaking: 

• Provide patient with a hand held mirror large 

enough to show the full face. 

• Instruct patient to hold mirror at arm’s length in 

front of their face and repeatedly say words with “s” 

sounds (i.e. Mississippi or six-thousand-six-hundredsixty-six). 

• Remind patient that they smile and show their 

upper anterior teeth only occasionally, but in their 

everyday speaking they display their lower anterior 

teeth continually. 

Treatment options 

Upgrading appearance and function of healthy, vital, 

discolored or malpositioned lower anterior teeth includes 

several options: 1) Bleaching; 2) Bonding; 3) Orthodontics; 

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4) Orthodontics and bleaching; 5) Bleaching and bonding; 

6) Veneers; and 7) Crowns. Options should be discussed 

with patient to educate and allow them to choose 

the treatment they prefer, and to satisfy legal requirements 

for informed consent. 

2. TOOTH PREPARATION and SEATING 

LOWER ANTERIOR CERAMIC VENEERS 

Lower anterior teeth are smaller than upper anterior 

teeth and have several millimeters of proximal contact in 

the incisal-apical direction. Their small size and the need 

for specific ceramic thickness for strength and correct 

color development result in tooth veneer preparations 

that are often cut through enamel and into dentin in 

some locations. To avoid sensitivity, pulpal death, and potential 

debonding problems, tooth preparations for lower 

anterior veneers require special bonding considerations 

and retentive features. 

A. Tooth preparations. Three general degrees of tooth 

reduction for veneer preps are: 1) No or slight, 2) 

Moderate, and 3) Deep (see CRA Newsletter Jan. 

’06). Slight to moderate tooth preparation is desired 

for lower anterior ceramic veneers, leaving the most 

enamel possible on the tooth surface for bonding. 

In some cases, very minimal or no tooth reduction 

is needed on the facial surface. Lower anterior 

veneers serve best when the incisal edge is reduced 

1–1.5mm into dentin, leading to a “butt” joint on 

the lingual surface of the tooth (see left illustration). 

Interproximal margins in the contact areas are 

easier to finish (see illustration Page 27). 

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Cross section showing prep into 

dentin on incisal edge. 


Cross section showing interproximal 

margins in contact 

areas. 

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“pot holes” in dentin proximal 

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B. Obtaining adequate retention. A tooth veneer 

preparation cut into dentin can compromise 

long-term retention of the veneer. When 

more than one-half of the tooth preparation 

is in dentin, it is advisable to place additional 

mechanical retention into the proximal and 

incisal dentin on the seating appointment as 

shown in illustrations at left. (Also see D below 

and CRA Newsletter, Jan. ’06 for further information.) 

C. Matrices. Standard mylar matrices (about 

0.002 inch or 50um thick) often do not allow 

proper seating of small lower anterior veneers, 

but force them away from the tooth preparation 

in the facial direction. A significantly 

thinner matrix, 9um Mylar Matrix (Ho Dental 

Company Inc., 805-898-9748), allows proper 

seating of veneers and retains optimal contact 

with adjacent teeth, but can be difficult to use 

because of its flexibility.

CRA Report 

D. Seating. When minimal enamel is present, additional mechanical retention and 

special bonding techniques help make procedure more predictable. CRA Evaluators 

report clinical success and little to no post-op sensitivity when they use magnification, 

seat one veneer at a time, and follow techniques outlined below during 

seating appointment. 

Tooth surface mostly enamel 

Etch bonding surface of veneer with 

hydrofl uoric acid. 

Silanate etched surface of veneer. 

Etch bonding surface of enamel with 

phosphoric acid gel. Wash gel off 

quickly and thoroughly to avoid 

removal of dentin smear layer and 

etching the dentin. 

Apply self-etch primer and bond over 

entire tooth preparation including 

previously etched enamel, and blow 

thin with compressed air. 

Place veneer resin cement on prepared 

tooth and veneer surfaces. 

Seat veneer on tooth. 

Cure both the bond and cement through 

the veneer. Avoid overheating tooth 

by directing a gentle stream of 

compressed air onto the site during 

the cure. 

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Tooth surface less than 1/2 

enamel 

Etch bonding surface of veneer with 

hydrofl uoric acid. 

Silanate etched surface of veneer. 

With a 1/4 round bur, make “pot holes” on 

both proximal dentin surfaces and 

on the incisal edge that are at right 

angles to the “draw” of the veneer, 

and measure about 1/2mm deep 

and 1mm apart (see illustrations in B 

above). 

Etch bonding surface of enamel with 

phosphoric acid gel. 

Wash gel off quickly and thoroughly to 

avoid removal of dentin smear layer 

and etching the dentin. 

Apply self-etch primer and bond over 

entire tooth preparation, including 

previously etched enamel, fi ll “pot 

holes” with bonding agent, and blow 

thin with compressed air. 

Place veneer resin cement on prepared 

tooth and veneer surfaces, and using 

a hand instrument, smear cement into 

“pot holes”. 

Seat veneer on tooth. 

Cure both the bond and cement through 

the veneer. Avoid overheating tooth 

by directing a gentle stream of 

compressed air onto the site during 

the cure. 

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E. Finishing. Minimal interproximal finishing of each veneer is required before adjacent 

veneer is seated. 

F. Occlusion. Occlusal adjustment after cementation is always necessary. Incisal 

surfaces of veneers must be adequately thick and adjusted to exactly occlude with 

opposing upper anterior teeth, have proper incisal guidance, and have equal occlusal 

load on each veneer. 

G. Polishing adjusted ceramic. It is desirable to leave the original glaze surface on 

the veneer but is not possible when the incisal edge is adjusted. CRA Evaluators 

have found following finishing sequence to produce good esthetics. 

1) Smooth using standard composite finishing disks. 

2) Treat surface with Dialite intraoral pre-polish “pink” disks (W18DM), followed 

by Dialite intraoral fine grit “grey” polishing disks (W18D) (Brasseler USA, 

800-841-4522). 

3) Final polish using DiaShine intraoral paste with their round 12 mm soft bristle 

polishing brush (VH Technologies, 888-628-8300). 

3. CRA CONCLUSIONS 

Mature adults and some younger patients often have a prominent display of their lower 

anterior teeth when they speak. This report outlines the rationale for lower anterior veneers 

to improve esthetics and provides clinical techniques to aid successful treatment. 


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Reprinted from the CRA Newsletter (Volume 30, Issue 6, June, 2006) which 

is published monthly in English by Clinical Research Associates, Provo, Utah. 

For subscription information fi ll in the Reader Response Card No. on your 

Reader Response Card or write to Clinical Research Associates, 3707 North 

Canyon Road, Suite #6, Provo, Utah 84604, U.S.A. Telephone: (1) 801-226-2121 

Facsimile: (1) 801-226-4726. 

Products published in the CRA Newsletter have been selected on the basis 

of merit from hundreds of products under evaluation. CRA conducts research 

at 3 levels: (1) Multiple-user fi eld evaluations, (2) Controlled long-term clinical 

research, and (3) Basic science laboratory research. Over 400 clinical fi eld 

evaluators are located throughout the world and 48 full-time employees work 

at the institute. All professional staff volunteer their time. Neither the Director 

nor the Evaluators receives a salary. A product must meet at least one 

of the following standards to be reported in this publication: (1) Innovative 

and new on the market; (2) Less expensive, but meets the use standards; (3) 

Unrecognized, valuable classic; and (4) Superior to others in its broad classifi 

cation. Your results may differ from CRA Evaluators or other researchers 

on any product because of differences in preferences, techniques, batches 

of products, and environments.



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aluminum, ceramics, and polyurethane to increase structural 

strength and ensure long-term durability. The system can 

be personalized for flexibility and simplicity and hygiene 

systems conform with international directives. 

Supplier: Anthos, Italy 


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The LITEX 695C is a cordless LEDE curing light with a 

light intensity over 1,200mW/c 2 and weighs only 150g. The 

power of the LED can cure a 4mm composite in only 10 

seconds with an average LED life of 50,000 hours. A lithium 

ion battery provides 750 10-second curing cycles on a full 

charge. 

Supplier: Dentamerica, U.S.A. 


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PermaFlo is a light-cured, radiopaque, methacrylate-based, 

flowable composite. It contains filler with an average 

particle size of 0.7 microns. PermaFlo is used for anterior 

and posterior restorations including Class I, II, III, IV, and V. 

It can also be used to restore a missing subgingival tooth 

structure prior to an endodontic procedure. 

Supplier: Ultradent Products, Inc. U.S.A. 


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FL-BOND II, the second generation Giomer 2-step, selfetching, 

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features a unique Primer and Bonding Agent to provide 

excellent bond to both enamel and dentin with a secure 

marginal seal. It has an application time of only 35 

seconds 

The Primer contains a new adhesive monomer and 

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40% of the radiopaque S-PRG filler to help reinforce 

and strengthen the bonding interface while providing 

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recharge. Its viscosity enables the entire cavity surface 

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Gingival sealer 

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BEYOND® BlueSeal Gingival Protection 

is a chairside treatment that cures with 

any standard curing light to a rubber-soft 

firmness. The improved formula seals 

margins for protection during application of 

whitening gels or pastes, has a light orange 

flavor, and is easily removed in one piece. 

Each 5 pack contains five 1.5ml syringes 

of light-curable, optimal viscosity gel and 

ten applicator tips. Also available in an 

DIAMLINE - The Perfect Grip 

Due to their new high-tech diamond powder surface treatment, 

the DIAMLINE range of instruments offer improved 

grip. The quality and precision of your work is thus improved, 

as well as the speed and effectiveness of maintenance. 

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Technique Tearout 

The Mtwo NiTi rotary system for root canal preparation 

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Professor Malagnino, Department of Endodontics, 

University “G. D’Annunzio”, Chieti, Italy. 

Dr. Grande, Dr. Plotino, Dr. Somma, Department of 

Endodontics, Catholic University of Sacred Heart, 

Rome, Italy. 

Acknowledgment: 

This article was submitted by and reprinted with 

the permission of VDW GmbH, Germany. We thank 

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Mtwo endodontic instruments (VDW, Germany) are a new 

generation of NiTi rotary instruments. The standard set includes 

four instruments with variable tip sizes ranging from 

#10 to #25 and tapers ranging from .04 to .06. 

After this basic sequence that gives to the canal a #25/.06 

shape, the system permits two different approaches to root 

canal preparation. The first sequence allows clinicians to 

achieve enlarged apical diameters that facilitate vertical 

condensation of gutta-percha, maintaining a size #25 apical 

preparation. 

Morphological Features 

The coloured ring on the handle identifies the size (according 

to ISO standards) and the number of grooved rings 

on the handle identifies instrument taper. Instruments are 

available in 21mm, 25mm, and 31mm lengths. These instruments 

are also produced with an extended cutting portion 

of 21mm, as well as the conventional 16mm cutting part, 

allowing the instrument to cut in the coronal portion of the 

canals on cavity access walls, where dentin interferences are 

often located (Fig. 2). 

The RA is one of the most effective measures in NiTi rotary 

instruments, enhancing cutting efficiency (Fig. 3c). The tip is 

non-cutting (Fig. 3d). 

The HA is determined by the instrument’s blade pitch—the 

larger it is, the more open the HA will be. The HA is variable 

in the same instrument, increasing from tip to handle as 

does the spiral pitch, while it is constant for smaller files. The 

variable HA reduces the tendency of the instrument to be 

sucked down into the canal. 

The tendency to advance spontaneously in the root canal 

for the smaller instrument is necessary to progress in the 

canal during the first phase of treatment. The operator 

should tend toward a pulling-out movement, holding back 

the instrument in rotation, enhancing the characteristic of 

removing debris and cutting efficiency. 

The Mtwo system is completed with two files specifically 

designed for retreatment—Mtwo R 15/.05 and Mtwo R 

25/.05—presenting an active tip which allows easy penetration 

of obturation material (Fig. 4). 

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cross-section, showing the two blade 

cutting surfaces resulting in an “Italic 

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Fig. 1: Mtwo instruments, basic sequence and additional 

instruments to refine the preparation. 

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by means of µCT scanning and 

reconstruction of an Mtwo size 

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Fig. 3c: SEM image of an Mtwo 25.06, 

the axial view shows the two cutting 

blade surfaces with efficient RA (200x). 

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Fig. 2: Mtwo basic sequence with extended working length of 21mm, 

useful to eliminate residual interferences in the coronal part of the canal 

and on the cavity access walls. 

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Fig. 3d: SEM image of the non-cutting tip 

of an Mtwo instrument (200x). Fig. 3e: SEM image of an Mtwo size #25 

taper .06 in lateral view: the HA increases 

from apex to crown (50x).


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Fig. 5: Pre-instrumentation (left) and post-instrumentation (right) 

root canal cross-section slides of a second upper premolar with oval 

anatomy obtained by means of µCT scanning and reconstruction (in 

collaboration with R. Bedini and R. Pecci - Italian National Institute of 

Health, Technology and Health Department, Rome, Italy) 

Fig. 6: Superimposition of pre- (yellow) and post- (red) instrumentation µCT three dimensional 

reconstruction of a second lower premolar with oval and curved anatomy prepared with Mtwo 

system, it is possible to note in both mesio-distal and bucco-lingual views that a great part of 

the anatomy has been addressed by the mechanical action of the instruments (in collaboration 

with R. Bedini and R. Pecci - Italian National Institute of Health, Technology and Health Department, 

Rome, Italy). 

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Mtwo NiTi rotary instruments are used at 300 rpm 

in a simultaneous technique without any early 

coronal enlargement 4 . After a glide path has been 

established with a #10 stainless steel K-type file, 

each instrument is taken to working length (WL) 

with light apical pressure. As soon as the clinician 

feels a binding sensation, the instrument should be 

pulled away for 1 to 2mm so it can work passively in 

a brushing action to selectively remove interferences 

and to advance toward the apex. The instruments are 

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used with a lateral pressing movement to obtain 

a circumferential cut and only allowed to rotate at 

length for few seconds (Fig. 5, 6). 

The operative sequence suggested for these 

instruments is a crown-down technique whereby 

the apex is reached by every NiTi instrument at 

each step. This means that this is a technique from 

crown to apex, but it first uses smaller instruments 

before using larger ones, as is done in the step-back 

technique. The inventor defines this as a “simultaneous 

technique,” as the entire length of the canal is 

approached at the same time. The instrument must 

not be forced in; as soon as the clinician feels a 

binding sensation, the instrument must be backed 

away for 1 to 2mm so that it can work passively to 

create the space necessary to go to the apex (Fig. 

7a, 7b). Using the instruments with a lateral pressing 

movement (brushing, milling), the tendency to 

progress automatically in the canal (a sensation of 

being “sucked down”) increases efficiency. The high 

flexibility and fatigue resistance 11 of Mtwo instruments 

permit the use of this approach in severely 

curved root canals with an efficient and safe action 

(Fig. 8, 9) 6-11 . 

Conclusion 

An important consideration regarding the proposal 

for a simultaneous approach using NiTi rotary 

instruments concerns differing points of view about 

the crown-down concept. In the simultaneous 

technique, the coronal portion is prepared before 

the apical one, using smaller instruments first. In 

the NiTi era, the crown-down concept is instead 

associated with the use of larger instruments (eg. 

tip diameter, taper) for the shaping of the coronal 

portion, followed by smaller instruments to advance 

toward the apex15 . The use of smaller instruments 

first is not in contrast to the crown-down approach, 

because it is also a crown-down technique in which 

the canal is prepared starting from the coronal 

toward the apical portion, even if all instruments 

reach the apex. 

This new concept facilitates root canal shaping 

particularly in the most difficult cases, reducing the 

incidence of procedural errors in the first phase of 

treatment in which the canal has to be negotiated 

with rigid stainless steel files to at least 0.20mm. 


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Fig. 7a: Mesio distal view of pre-instrumentation and post-instrumentation µCT three-dimensional 

reconstruction of a first lower molar prepared with Mtwo system (in collaboration with R. Bedini and R. Pecci 

- Italian National Institute of Health, Technology and Health Department, Rome, Italy). 

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reconstruction of a first lower molar prepared with Mtwo system (in collaboration 

with R. Bedini and R. Pecci - Italian National Institute of Health, Technology and Health 

Department, Rome, Italy). 

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to the working length c) Obturation of the root canal system in two projections 

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length film to confirm the ”electronic length” c, d) Obturation of the root 

canal system in two projections, after the cleaning and shaping phases 

performed with the Mtwo system e) 1 year control 

��REFERENCES 

1. Arens D. The crown-down technique: a paradigm shift. Dent 

Today 1996;15:38. 

2. Buchanan LS. The art of endodontics: files of greater taper. Dent 

Today 1996;15:42. 

3. Buchanan LS. The standardized–taper root canal preparation, 

part 1: concept for variably tapered shaping instruments. Dent 

Today 1998;5:54. 

4. Foschi F, Nucci C, Montebugnoli L, Marchionni S, Breschi L, 

Malagnino VA, Prati C. SEM evaluation of canal wall dentine 

following use of Mtwo and ProTaper NiTi rotary instruments. Int 

Endod J 2004;37:832–839. 

5. Grande NM, Plotino G, Pecci R, Bedini R, Malagnino VA, Somma 

F. Cyclic fatigue resistance and three-dimensional analysis of 

instruments from two NiTi rotary systems. Int Endod J, in press. 

6. Grande NM, Plotino G, Butti A, Messina F, Pameijer CH, Somma F. 

Cross-sectional analysis of root canals prepared with NiTi rotary 

instruments and stainless steel reciprocating files. Oral Surg, Oral 

Med, Oral Pathol, Oral Radiol, Endodontol, in press. 

7. Plotino G, Grande NM, Sorci E, Malagnino VA, Somma F. A comparison 

of cyclic fatigue between used and new Mtwo NiTi rotary 

instruments. Int Endod J, in press. 

8. Veltri M, Mollo A, Mantovani L, Pini P, Balleri P, Grandini S. A 

comparative study of Endoflare-Hero Shaper and Mtwo NiTi 

instruments in the preparation of curved root canals. Int Endod J 

2005;38:610-6. 

9. Schäfer E, Erler M, Dammaschke T. Comparative study on the 

shaping ability and cleaning efficiency of rotary Mtwo instruments. 

Part 1. Shaping ability in simulated curved canals. Int 

Endod J 2006; 39:196-202. 

10. Schäfer E, Erler M, Dammaschke T. Comparative study on the 

shaping ability and cleaning efficiency of rotary Mtwo instruments. 

Part 2. Cleaning effectiveness and shaping ability in 

severely curved root canals of extracted teeth. Int Endod J 2006; 

39:203-12. 

11. Ruddle CJ. Cleaning and shaping the root canal system. In: Cohen 

S, Burns RC. Pathways of the pulp. 8th ed. St. Louis: Mosby; 2002, 

231–292. 

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An effective way to control bleeding— 

ViscoStat® Clear 

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permission of Ultradent Products, Inc. 

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The ability to control bleeding can be the cause of failure in 

the case of crown and bridge treatments. Bleeding makes 

it difficult or even impossible to take a good impression. In 

this case, aluminum chloride or ferric sulfate can be used to 

achieve hemostasis. 

Aluminum chloride, unlike ferric sulfate, functions via 

“vaso-constriction” but not in the customary mechanism of 

vascular smooth muscle constriction as occurs with epinephrine. 

Aluminum chloride causes the collagen fibers in the 

tissues around the capillaries to swell. While this occurs with 

all mineral astringents, it occurs to a greater degree with 

aluminum chloride. The expansion of the collagen around 

the capillaries induces pressure, which causes the capillaries 

to constrict, thus achieving temporary hemostasis. 

The advantages of aluminum chloride include: no coagulum 

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The ability to control bleeding can be the cause of failure in the case of crown and 

bridge treatments. Bleeding makes it difficult or even impossible to take a good impression. 

In this case, aluminum chloride or ferric sulfate can be used to achieve hemostasis. 

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or hemostatic residue adhering to the preparation and no 

staining of the hard and/or soft tissues. 

ViscoStat ® Clear is a 25% (m/m) aluminum chloride gel with 

a viscous and aqueous consistency and a pH of ~1. ViscoStat 

Clear is used to create temporary hemostasis of the gingiva 

during dental procedures such as, but not limited to, dental 

impressions, seating of temporary and permanent restorations, 

restorations of cavities, and placement of a rubber dam. 

ViscoStat Clear is supplied with the manufacturer’s Dento- 

Infusor tip. The brush fibers are kind to tissues, adjustable 

for ideal customization, and allow the material to spread 

efficiently. ViscoStat Clear causes the collagen in the capillary 

ends to swell and closes off the capillaries. 


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water spray. Hemostatics, temporary cements, and blood 

can compromise the quality of adhesion and polymerization 

of resins, which can lead to microleakage under the 

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Rinse, dry, and make impression. Repeat above steps, if 

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Select an appropriate size cord (Ultrapak used in this 

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Trade & Industry 

Nobel Biocare opens 

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Nobel Biocare, a world leader in innovative aesthetic 

and restorative dental solutions, inaugurated its first 

manufacturing facility in Tokyo, Japan. The state- 



of-the-art plant features a Procera production 

facility and training center. The plant has a fully 

computerized manufacturing process from order 

to delivery. It will produce the Procera family of 

crowns, bridges, abutments, and laminates. 

The opening ceremoy on September 1 was hosted 

by Heliane Canepa and her successor, Domenico 

Scala. 

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Carestream Health 

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radiography systems. MD Buyline—a leading healthcare 

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Dr. Jean Bausch KG, a German manufacturer of articulating 

and occlusion test materials, has established a subsidiary 

in Habari-Shi, Japan. The office has been established to 

offer and improve the service in the Japanese dental 

market as well as to extend the company’s market share. 

Bausch products are distributed in more than 130 countries 

worldwide. For more information visit www.bauschdental.jp 

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“It’s all in the mix, Competence in Composite” was the theme 

of this year’s International Scientific Meeting hosted by 

Ivoclar Vivadent. A total of 65 university representatives from 

25 countries attended the seminar in Schaan, Liechtenstein 

in September 2007. This year’s meeting focused on the 

latest developments in dental composites and bonding 

systems. Presentations included current scientific studies 

and research results on filler particles and adhesive systems. 

Workshops provided hands-on training and there was also 

a scientific exchange on adhesives, polymerization, future 

prospects, importance of clinical and preclinical studies. 

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Orthodontic reference 

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Supplier’s o-atlas is a reference work on removable 

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Spanish) reference work on removable appliances in 

orthodontics with more than 750 illustrations. The book 

provides practical information on all aspects from master 

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appliances. All current appliances, rare special 

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variety of use information is provided 

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Pelton & Crane enters Asia-Pacifi c market 

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During a launch event in Singapore in September 2007 the 

company—part of the KaVo Group since 2005— presented 

several dental treatment units from their range of products. 

Pelton & Crane, a traditional American dental company, has 

produced a complete line of dental equipment for more 

than 100 years. During the two-day event, treatment units 

of different configurations were introduced to participating 

representatives of retainers from South Korea, Taiwan, 

Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, Malaysia, and Indonesia. 

Dr. Mark Tholen, a dentist and dental office designer from 

Texas, U.S.A., explained the benefits of the treatment units 

concerning work-flow and ergonomics. 

Planmeca receives design award 

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Planmeca, the Finnish dental equipment manufacturer, 

received two design awards in the iF design competition in 

China. Their Sovereign dental care unit won a TOP Selection 

award and was among the top ten entries within the 

competition. The fully digital Planmeca ProOne X-ray unit 

received an honorable mention, the iF seal. 

The iF design award china is dedicated to support industrial 

design within the Asia-Pacific region and this year included 

401 products from ten nations. The competition is organized 

by the German organization iF International Forum Design. 

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Calendar 

International Symposium on Research 

priorities in Dental Science Technology in 

Asia and Africa 

December 1- 3 2007 

Hyderabad, India 

Organiser : Indian Society for Dental Research and 

International Association for Dental Research 

(India section) 

Contact: Prof M Rahmatulla 

Address: Conference secretariat: 8-1-332/3/103, 

Aziz Bagh colony Toli chowki, 

Hyderabad 500008. Andhra Pradesh , India 

Tel : +91-040-65159154 

Fax : +91-040-23569011 

Email: rahmatulla13@gmail.com 

Website: www.isdrinternationalsymposium2007india.com 



Taiwan Association Of Orthodontists 

20th Annual Conference 

December 14-16, 2007 

Taipei, Taiwan 

Organizer: Taiwan Association Of Orthodontists 

Contact: Exhibition Manager 

Address: 11F-3, No. 352, 

Sec. 1, 

Fusing S. Road, 

Da-an District 

Taipei City 106 

Tel: +886-2-2702-5499 

Fax: +886-2-2754-0035 

Email: tao.taiwan@msa.hinet.net 

Website: www.tao.org.tw 


Expodent International India 2007 

December 7 -9 , 2007 

New Delhi, India 

Venue: Pragati Maidan 

Organizer: Association of Dental Industry & Trade of India 

Contact: Mr. Firoz Merchant 

Address: 428 Laxmi Plaza, near SAB TV, off New Link 

Road, Andheri (W)New Delhi - 24 

Mumbai 400053, Maharashtra 

Tel: +91-22-6697-6191 

Fax: +91-22-4017-5522 

Email: expodent_india@yahoo.com 

Website: www.aditi-dental.com 

42nd Indian Orthodontic Conference 

January 4-6, 2008 

India 

Venue: Nagpur 

Organizer: Indian Orthodontic Society 


Address: 103, Charisma Centre, 19th Road Chembur 


Tel: +91-22-2528-0330 

Email: mkprak@gmail.com 

Website: www.bosg.org 

61st Indian Dental Conference 

January 25-28, 2008 

India 

Venue: Mangalore, Karnataka 

Organizer: Indian Dental Association 


Address: Bombay Mutual Terrace, 2nd Floor, 

534 Sandhurst Bridge, Opera House 


Tel: +91-22-2367-1515 / 2369-6655 

Fax: +91-22-2368-5613 

Email: ho@ida.org.in 

Website: www.ida.org.in 

13th South China International Dental 

Equipment & Technology Expo & 

Conference 2008 

March 8 - 11, 2008 

Guangzhou, China 

Venue: Guangzhou Chinese Export Commodities Fair 

Hall (Pazhou Complex) 

Organizer: Department of Science & Technology Guangdong 

Province 

Contact: Ms Maura Wu, Ms Daisy Lee (Guangdong Int’l 

Science & Technology Exhibition Company - STC 

Address: 171 Liauxin Road, 510033 Guangzhou 

Tel: + 86-20-8356-7276, 8351-7108 

Fax: +86-20-8354-9078, 8351-7103 

Email: maurawu@ste.com.cn 

Website: www.dentalsouthchina.com 

IDEM 2008 - 5th International Dental 

Exhibition & Meeting 

April 4-6, 2008 

Singapore 

Venue: Suntec - Singapore International Convention & 

Exhibition Centre 

Organizer: Koelnmesse Gmbh 

Contact: Mr Denis Steker 

Address: Messeplatz 1, D-50679 Cologne 

Tel: +49-221-821-2314 

Fax: +49-221-821-3325 

Email: idem@koelnmesse.de 

Website: www.idem-singapore.com



More information about the products advertised 

in this issue is available through the dealers listed 

below. Be sure to tell your dealers when you see 

a product in the APDN! 

Apoza Enterprise Co., Ltd 

6F, 657, Chung-Cheng Road, Hsin-Chuang City, 

242, Taipei Hsien, Taiwan 

Tel: +886-2-2901-0620 

Fax: +886-2-2901-2208 

Email: anne@apoza.com.tw 

URL://www.apoza.com.tw 

Contact Person: Ms Anne Chang 

Distributed by: 

AU/VICTORIA: Surgitrade Pty. Ltd., Unit 1 / 159 Weddell Road, North 

Geelong 3215,Tel: +61-3-5222-7799 / 410- 58-2197, 

Fax: +61-3-5277-2795, Email: ian@surgitrade.com, 

Contact Person: Mr. Ian Jamieson 

HK/KOWLOON:Chong Ning Instruments Co., Ltd., Unit B 10/F World Tech 

Centre, 95 How Ming St, Kwuntong, Tel: +852-2797-8933, 

Fax: +852-2763-0847, Email: cnic@bizenetvigator.com, Contact Person: 

Mr Jacky Chan 

ID/JAKARTA:Thomasong Dental Supply, Jl. A.M. Sangaji 20A, 

10130, Tel: +62-21-6385-5888, Fax: +62-21-632-5674, 

Email: import@thomasong.co.id, Contact Person:Ms. Maria Wangso 

IN/NEW DELHI: Alb Surgicals (P) Ltd., 49 / 28 East Patel Nagar, 

110 008, Tel: +91-11-2581-6541, Fax: +91-11-2585-1664 /3665, 

Email: nitika@albsurgicals.com, Contact Person: Mr. Rajnish Bhatia 

KR/SEOUL: P’s Med Co., Ltd., 134-8 Officehub Bldg 501 Nonhyun, 

1-Dong, Kangnam-Gu,Tel: +82-2-3012-5678, Fax: +82-2-544-6540, 

Email: info@psmed.co.kr 

MY/SELANGOR:Dent-City Dental Products & Services, Wisma ST Tiew, 

No. 126 & 128,Tingkat 2, Jalan Bunga Pekan, 42700 Banting, 

Tel: +60-3-3181-2967, Fax: +60-3-3181-1690, 

Email: dentcity@hotmail.com, Contact Person: Mr.Tiew Soon Lim 

NZ/WELLINGTON:Healthcare Essentials Ltd, 120 Tirangi Road, Rongotai, 

Tel: +64-4-388-8165, Fax: +64-4-384-6839, Email: donhealthcare@ 

xtra.co.nz, Contact Person: Mr. Don Macare 

PH/METRO-MANILA: Dsc, Inc - Dental System, 9497 Gene St. Airport 

Village, Paranaque, Tel: +63-2815-4826 / 4360, Fax: +63-2851-3204, 

Email: dsc1983@pldtdsl.net, Contact Person: Mr. Jerry/Ms. Janice 

PK/LAHORE: Mr. Dental Supply, Lg-42, Land Mark Plaza, Jail Road, 

Tel: +92-42-571-0914, Fax: +92-42-587-6571, Email: dentalpk2@ 

yahoo.com, Contact Person: Mr. Qaiser Mahmood 

TH/BANGKOK: Dent-Mate Co., Ltd., 679 / 40 Isaraphap Rd., 

Bangkok Yai, 10600 Tel: +66-2-1728-1113, Fax: +66-2-472-7744, 

Email: dentmate@gmail.com, Contact Person: Dr. Kee 

VN/HO CHI MINH CITY:Viet Thai Medical, 263/19 Nguyen Dinh 

Chieu,District 3, Vietnam,Tel: +84-8834-0245, Fax: +84-8929-0158, 

Email:viet-thai@hcm.vnn.vn, Contact Person: Dr.Tran Minh Khoa 

American Dental Association Page 40 

US/CHICAGO: American Dental Association 

Tel: +1-312-440-2726 , Fax: +1-312-587-4735 

BEYOND Dental & Health Page 17 


AU/CAULFIELD NORTH: Protec Dental,Tel: +61-2-9662-4144, Fax: +61-8-9375-9774 

CN/BEIJING: BEYOND Dental & Health,Tel: +86-10-5877-2600, 

Fax: +86-10-5877-2700 

HK/Advanced Dental Consulting Ltd.,Tel: +852-2388-7666,Fax: 

+852-2388-0960 

ID/JAKARTA:Global Dent,Tel: +62-21-720-4163,Fax: +62-21-727-9095 

KR/SEOUL:More Dentech Co.,Tel: +82-2-3789-3536,Fax: +82-2-3789-3536 

MY/KUALA LUMPUR:Dent City,Tel: +60-3-3181-1690,Fax: +60-3-3181-1690 

NZ/WELLINGTON: Healthcare Essentials Ltd.,Tel: +64-4-387-1723, 

Fax: +64-4-387-1723 

PH/MANDALUYONG CITY: St. Patrick’s Medical Systems, Inc., 

Tel: +632-533-8814, Fax: +632-533-9219;QUEZON CITY: Exceldent Trading, 

Tel: +632-438-1449, Fax: +632-438-1390 

TH/BANGKOK:TAIYO Medical Instrument Co., Ltd.,Tel: +662-886-8415, 

Fax: +662-883-1611 

TW/TAIPEI:Ting Sing Trading Co., Ltd.,Tel: +886-2-2542-0968, Fax: 

+886-2-2542-0969 

VN/HANOI:Dentwin Medical Supply JSC,Tel: +844-576-3430, Fax: +844-576-4205 

Others/Japan,TOKYO:JBA Inc.,Tel: +81-3-5724-0207, Fax: +81-3-5724-0207 

Bien Air Dental SA Page 8, 30 

Distributed By : 

AU/William Green Pty Ltd,Tel: +61-2-9638-6222, Fax: +61-2-9638-4017 

ABBREVIATIONS: 

AU/Australia 

BD/Bangladesh 

BN/Brunei 

CN/China 

FJ/Fiji 

HK/Hong Kong 

ID/Indonesia 

IN/India 

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BD/Bien-Air Dental SA, Switzerland, Tel: +41-32-344-6464, 

Fax: +41-32-344-6491 

BN/Trans Electrical Engineering, Tel: +673-2-451-429, Fax: +673-2-451- 430 

ID/PT. Soville Prima Medika, Tel: +62-21-560-8395, Fax: +62-21-560-8392 

IN/Bhuvan Tradelink Pvt. Ltd., Tel: +91-20-2605-2121, Fax: +91-20-2605-4880 

KR/SEOUL: Daemyung Industrial Co., Ltd, Tel: +82-27-02-3001; 

Fax: +82-2-716-1581; 

SUHCHUN MDS Corporation, Tel: +82-2-563-7121/2, Fax: +82-2-566-5468 

LK/Bien-Air Dental SA, Switzerland, Tel: +41-32-344-6464, Fax: +41-32-34-6491 

MY/SELANGOR: AR Dental Supplies Sdn. Bhd.,Tel: +60-3-5122-4694, 

Fax: +60-3-5122-4632 

NP/Bien-Air Dental SA, Switzerland, Tel: +41-32-344-6464 

Fax: +41-32-344-6491 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Oraltec NZ Ltd,Tel: +64-9-478-2229, Fax: +64-9-478-2221 

PH/Bien-Air Dental SA, Switzerland, Tel: +41-32-344-6464 

Fax: +41-32-344-6491 


Advertiser/Dealer Directory 

KR/Rep. of Korea 

LK/Sri Lanka 

MM/Burma (Myanmar) 

MY/Malaysia 

NP/Nepal 

NZ/New Zealand 

PH/Philippines 

PK/Pakistan 

SG/Singapore 

TH/Thailand 

TW/Taiwan 

VN/Vietnam 

PK/Zodiac International, Tel: +92-51-2261032-33 

SG/N.K. Luck Pte Ltd, Tel/Fax: +65-6255-1886 

TH/BANGKOK: Accord Corporation Limited, Tel: +66-2613-808-190, 

Fax: +66-2216-3235 

TW/TAIPEI: Monitex Industrial Co. Ltd. Fomed Dental Corporation, 

Tel: +886-2-2999-3869, Fax: +886-2-2999-3647 

VN/Bien-Air Dental SA, Switzerland, Tel: +41-32-344-6464, 

Fax: +41-32-344-6491 

Others/LAOS: Bien-Air Dental SA, Switzerland,Tel: +41-32-344-6464, 

Fax: +41-32-344-6491 

Biolase Technology Inc Page 29 


AU/ADELAIDE: Biolase Australia Pty. Ltd., Tel: +61-8-8227-1780 

BN/BRUNEI: Unibright Engineering Sdn Bhd, Tel: +65-6542-2966, 

Fax: +65-6542-8366


HK/Keenworld Technology Limited, Tel: +852-2731-2291 Fax: +852-2731-2263 

ID/PT., JAWA BARAT: Arianto Darmawan,Tel: +022-203-0100 

Fax: +022-204-1689 

KR/SEOUL: Point Medical Inc.,Tel: +82-2-529-1113 Fax: +82-2-529-1171 

MY/SARAWAK: Malaysia-Medic-Link Sales 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Biolase (NZ) Ltd.Tel: +0-800-246-5273 

TH/BANGKOK:Thanes Development Group,Tel: +662-3748-7814 

Busch & Co. KG Page 39 


Others/Engelskirchen, Germany: BUSCH & Co. KG Tel: +49 (0)226-3860, 

Fax: +49 (0)226-32-0741 

Cavex Holland BV Page 38 


AU/W9 Pty Ltd, Tel: +2-9987-4224 

CN/Xianyang Holy Medical Co. Ltd, Tel: +29-33-69-3391 

HK/Aniam Biomedical Co.,Tel: +25-41-2290; Bauhania Dental Ltd., Tel: +23-05-2100 

ID/Labora, Tel: +27-171-6660 

KR/Shinwon, Tel: +22-188-9100 

LK/Infotechs Ltd., Tel: +11-281-0743 

MY/Calsun Dental Supply, Tel: +4-644-3918 

NZ/Oraltec NZ Ltd., Tel: +9-478-2229 

PK/Universal Dental Supply, Tel: +42-712-4651 



PH/Equipdent Trading., Tel: +2-414-7225 

SG/MLJ Dental Trading Pty Ltd., Tel: +65-6296-1543 

TH/Schumit (1967) Co. Ltd., Tel: +2-54-21-7915 

TW/Monitex Industrial Co. Ltd., Tel: +22-999-3869 

VN/Denmedico, Tel: +8-830-0563 

Others/JAPAN: Daishin Trading Co. Ltd., Tel: +7-2264-8498 

Coltène/Whaledent Inc. Page 21 


AU/SYDNEY: Dentavision Pty. Ltd., Tel: +2-9899-6555; WATERLOO NSW: Henry 

Schein Halas, Tel: +2-9697-6288 

CN/BEIJING: Coltène/Whaledent China Representative Office, 

Tel: +010-6212-3251, Fax: +010-6212-3252; KangTec Dental Supplies Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +010-6603-0948, Fax: +010-6606-5381; Meco Dental & Medical Supplies 

Co. Ltd., Tel: +010-6310-1921 Fax: +010-6310-1920;Sunshineline Medical 

Instrument Co. Ltd., Tel: +010-6444-2178, Fax: +010-6444-3936; CHENGDU: 

Accord Medical Instrument Co. Ltd.,Tel: +028-8555-5896, Fax: +028-8559-8631; 

SHENYANG: M&T Medical Equipment Co. Ltd.,Tel:+024-2287-4848, 

Fax: +024-2285-3208; TAIYUAN: Dongfeng Dental Developing Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +0351-619-2655, Fax: +0351-619-2655; SHENZHEN, Guangdong: Xufang 

Medical Equipment Co. Ltd.,Tel: +0755-8332-7620, Fax: +0755-8332-7620 

HK/3 On Dental & Industrial,Tel: +2522-8833; Horseley Co. Ltd.,Tel: +2889-1218 

ID/JAKARTA: Kiang Dental Supply,Tel: +021-4584-6558; Kiang Multi Corporation. 

Tel: +021-563-6002 


IN/Mumbai: Dental Products of India Ltd, Tel: +022-2578-5652, 

Fax: +022-2578-4389 

KR/SEOUL: Shinhung Int’l, Inc., Tel: +2-6366-2121, Fax: +2-6366-2131; 

Shinwon Dental Ltd., Tel: +2-774-6851, Fax: +2-752-4729 

MM/YANGON: Win Pharmacy Co. Ltd.,Tel: +1-282-738 

PF/AGANA: Guam Dental Supply,Tel: +37147-78215 

MY/KUALA LUMPUR:Wise Heritage Sdn Bhd. Tel: +03 563-1-0786; 

Premier Dental SDN B.H.D.,Tel: +781-4250 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Henry Schein Shalfoon,Tel: +9-414-0040; Shalfoon 

Dental, Tel: +9-361-0303 

PK/LAHORE: Altaf & Co. Instrumentation Division, Tel: +4263-69691 

PH/PASIG CITY: Innovative Dental Corporation, Tel: +02-687-3487, 

Fax: +02-687-0455 

SG/Raydent Supplies Pty. Ltd. Tel: +6741-5411; IDS Dental Division 

Tel: +65-6347- 8449 

TH/BANGKOK: Accord Corp. Ltd., Tel: +2-613-8081-90 

TW/TAIPEI: Healthy Medical & Textile Co. Ltd., Tel: +2-8512-4155;Shin Yean 

Trading Co., Ltd.,Tel: +2-2391-8481, Fax: +2-2321-6986 

Others/Japan, OSAKA: Belmont Corp., Tel: +6-213-5945; KOBE: Mokuda Dental 

Co., Tel: +78-303-8247; TOKYO: Yoshida Dental Trade, Tel: +3-3845-2931 

Coltène/Whaledent GmbH + Co. KG Page 44 


AU/WATERLOO: Henry Schein Halas, Tel: +02-9697-6288, Fax: +02-9697-6250, 

BN/BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Medix Supplier, Tel: +02-228-886, 

Fax: +02-236-866 

CN/BEIJING: Coltène/Whaledent China Representative Office, 

Tel: +010-6212-3251, Fax: +010-6212-3252; Beijing KangTec Dental Supplies 

Co. Ltd., Tel: +010-6603-0948, Fax: +010-6606-5381; Meco Dental & Medical 

Supplies Co. Ltd. ,Tel: +010-6310-1921, Fax: +010-6310-1920; CHENGDU: 

Chengdu Accord Medical Instrument Co. Ltd., Tel: +028- 8555-5896, 

Fax: +028-8559-8631; GUIYANG:Guiyang Xinchen Medical Instrument Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +0851-875-1006, Fax: +0851-875-1006; SHANGHAI: Shanghai Sheen 

Medical Instrument Co. Ltd., Tel: +021-5258-7399, Fax:+021-5258-7388; 

SHENYANG: Shenyang M&T Medical Equipment Co. Ltd., Tel: +024-2287-4848, 

Fax: +024-2285- 3208; TAIYUAN: Taiyuan Dongfeng Dental Developing Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +0351-619- 2655, Fax: +0351-619-2655; WUHAN: Wuhan Kangte Medical 

Instrument Co. Ltd.,Tel: +027-5185-4520, Fax: +027-8288-8886; SHENZHEN: 

Xufang Medical Equipment Co. Ltd. Guangdong, Tel: +0755-8332-7620, 

Fax: +0755-8332-7620 

HK/ON Dental & Industrial Supplies Co., Ltd.,Tel: +02-2522-8833, 

Fax: +02-2524-4214; Truly & Company,Tel: +02-2385-7353,Fax: +02-2770-5811 

IN/Mumbai: Dental Products of India -a division of The Bombay Burmah Trading 

Corp. Ltd, Tel: +022-2578-5651, Fax: +022-2578-4389 

ID/SURAKARTA: Labora, Tel: +0271-71-6660, Fax: +0271-71-1258 

KR/SEOUL: Seoul Dental Trading Co. Ltd., Tel:+ 02-591-9370, Fax: +02-591-9372 

LK/COLOMBO: Infotechs Limited, Tel: +011-258-1529, Fax: +011-258-4644 

MM/YANGON: Win Pharmacy Co. Ltd., Tel: +1-282-738 

MY/SELANGOR: Amedix SDN BDH, Tel: +03-5569-4848,Fax: +03-5569-4478 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Henry Schein Shalfoon, Tel: +09-414 0040,Fax: +09-414 0041 

PF/PAPEETE: Les Laboratoires ORINA, Tel: +042-1173, Fax: +043-4640 

PH/PASIG CITY: Innovative Dental Corporation,Tel: +02-687-3487, 

Fax: +02-687-0455 

PK/KARACHI: Alpine International, Tel: +021-276-8172, Fax: +021-275-0407 

SG/Eastland Dental Supplies Pte. Ltd., Tel: +0295-3953, Fax: +06298-4718 

TH/BANGKOK: Accord Corp. Ltd, Tel: +0214-5290, Fax: +0216-3235 

TW/TAIPEI: Taiwan-Chenlead Ind. Co. Ltd., Tel: +02-2739-0566, 

Fax: +02-2739-1411 

VN/HO CHI MINH CITY:DOE, Tel: +089-253-703, Fax: +089-253-700 

Others/Japan, KOBE: Mokuda Dental Co. Ltd., Tel: +078-303-8247, 

Fax: +078-303-2153 

Dabi Atlante Industrias Medico Odontologicas Page 23 


IN/MUMBAI: Dental Avenue Pvt. Ltd., Tel: +91-22-5699-7599, 

Fax: +91-22-6675-0551 

MY/PENANG: Calsin Sdn. Bhd. (Dental Supply), Tel: +604-262-6790, Fax: 

+604-262-8270; PETALING JAYA: Wise Heritage Snd. Bhd, Tel: +603-6141-6918, 

Fax: +603- 6141-6918 

PH/QUEZON CITY: Alphadent Corporation, Tel: +63-23-74-1111, 

Fax: +63-23-72-0893 

SG/Dentmedix Dental Products, Tel: +65-67-65-0212, Fax: +65-67-62-2956 

TH/BANGKOK: RB Dental Group, Tel: +662-216-5864, Fax: +662-216-5618 

TW/TAIPEI: Sudent Corporation, Tel: +886-2-8-228-0861, Fax: +886-2-8-558-0862 

VN/HANOI CITY: Dentwin Medical Supply Corporation, Tel: +84- 4-576-3430, 

Fax: +84-4-576-4205 

Dental South China 2008 International Expo Page 46 

Dentamerica Page 13 


AU/Dental Technology, Tel: +61-2-6024-1777 

BD/Venus Enterprises, Tel: +880-2-955-5460; Ovation Business, 

Tel: +880-2-861-7184 

CN/SHANGHAI: Mountain Medico Inc., Tel: +86-21-5237-7165, +86-21-5237-7195 

HK/Health Care Dental Ltd., Tel: +852-2563-5193 

ID/BINTANG SAUDARA: Tel: +62-61-734-6465; Cobra Dental, Tel:+62-2-7458-9455 

IN/Chromadent Dental Equipments, Tel: +91-22-2861-0282 

KR/SEOUL: Sanda Trading Co., Ltd., Tel: +82 -2-706-3289 

MY/Calsun Dental Supply, Tel: +604-6443918, Fax: +640-644-6390



NZ/New Zealand Dental Supply Co., Tel: +64-9-444-6250 

PH/MANILA:Golden Peak Sales Corporation, 

Tel: +632-242-2675 

PK/LAHORE: Imperial Dental Supply Co., Tel: +92-42-723-4501 

LK/COLOMBO: Senaratne Dental Supplies, 

Tel: +941-1230-3885, +94-11-534-3433; Premium 

International (PVT) Ltd.,Tel: +94-11-267-4494 

TH/V.R.P. Dent Co., Ltd.,Tel: +66-2-644-9041 

TW/TAIPEI: Evko Dental Inc.,Tel: +886-2-2755-4445 

VN/Medent Express,Tel: +848-849-4046, +848-842-5434, 

+849-3100; Denmedico Tel: +848-830-0563, 

+848-830-1716 

Others/CAMBODIA: Camdent Import & Export Co., Ltd., 

Tel: +855-12-88-2504; Unident Co., Ltd. 

Tel: +855-12-98-0338 

Dentsply Neytech Page 16 


CN/Mountain Medico (China), Fax: +001-909-931-0908; 

GUANGZHOU: Jingyao Dental Supplies Co., LTD., 

Tel: +86-20-8234-0808, +82-34-0818, 

Fax: +86-20-8237-2829; SHENYANG: M&T Medical 

Equipment Co., Ltd, Tel: +86-24-2287-4848, 

+86-22-87-7010, Fax: +86-24-2285-3208; SHANGHAI: SSL 

Medical Instrument, Tel: +86-21-5465-4377, 

Fax: +86-21-5456-2311 

ID/JAKARTA: PanAsia,Tel: +21-659-3279 

KR/SEOUL: Young Jin Dental Co., Ltd., Tel: +2-752-2740 

MY/KL: Calmal, Tel: 3-222-4157; PENANG: Calsun, 

Tel: 4-616721 

SG/Calgin, Tel: 298-9412 

TW/TAIPEI: Ting Sing, Tel: 501-8228; TAIPEI: Welchant 

Dental Supply, Tel: +886-225-78-5298 

VN/HO CHIH MINH CITY: Long Hai, Tel: +848-970-3759 

Others/JAPAN, OSAKA: Hakusui Trading Co, 

Tel: +81-66-396-4411, Fax: +81-66-396-4469 

Dr Jean Bausch KG Page 21 


AU/SYDNEY NSW: Bausch Articulating Papers (Australasia) 

Pty. Ltd., Tel: +61-2-9345-1945, Fax: +61-2-9345-1955 

CN/BEIJING: Jia Lian Cheng Ye Medical Instrument Co., 

Ltd., Tel: +0086-10-6824-2990, Fax: +0086-10-8820-3991; 

SHANGHAI: Gao Din Medical Appliances Co., Ltd, 

Tel: +0086-21-5105-3012/-13/-15, 

Fax: +0086-21-51-05-3016; Beijing: Tongxin Technology 

& Trading Co., LTD. -Dental Supplies, Tel: +0086-10-6310-1678, 

Fax: +0086-10-6310-1680 

HK/KOWLOON: 3 On Dental Supplies Co., Ltd., 

Tel: +00852-2522-8833, Fax: +00852-2524-4214; 

KOWLOON: BDL, Bauhinia Dental Limited, 

Tel: +00852-2305-2100, Fax: +00852-2795-5703 

IN/KHANNA: Premier Dent International, 

Tel: +0091-1628-22-8388, Tel: +0091-1628-50-7288, 

Fax: +0091-1628-2263 

ID/SURAKARTA: Labora M.I.P. Group, Tel: +0062-27171-6660, 

Fax: +0062-27171- 1258; JAKARTA: CV. Thomasong, 

Tel: +0062-21-6385-5888, Fax: +0062-21-632-5674, 

Smartdent Dental Supplier, Tel: +021- 7073-0416, 

Fax: +021-722-7401, PT.Bintang Saudara Semesta Jaya, 

Tel: +061-734-6435, Fax: +0061-736-3565 

KR/SEOUL: Shinhung Co., Ltd., Tel: +0082-2-6366-2121, 

Fax: +0082-2-6366-2131 

MY/KUALA LUMPUR: Medes (M) Sdn. Bhd., 

Tel: +0060-3-6272-8648, Fax: +0060-3-6272-8653 

KUALA LUMPUR: Galla Dental Corporation Sdn Bhd, 

Tel: +0060-3-7728-0098, Fax: +0060-3-7728-0089 

NZ/Bausch Articulating Papers (Australasia) Pty. Ltd., 

Tel: +61-2-9345-1945, Fax: +61-2-9345-1955 

SG/MLJ Dental Trading Pte. Ltd., Tel: +0065-6296-1543, 

Fax: +0065-6298-7657, Raydent Supplies (S) Pte Ltd, 

Tel: +0065-6741-5411, Fax: +0065-6742-3593, 

AK Dental Supply Pte.Ltd, Tel: +0065-6566-7633, 

Fax: +0065-6566-5998 

TH/BANGKOK: Homedent Group Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +0066-2-881-7181-3, Fax: +0066-2-881-7184 

TW/TAICHUNG CITY: Power Link, Tel: +00886-4-2305-1568, 

Fax: +00886-4-2301-6197 

US/NASHUA, NH: Bausch Articulating Papers, Inc., 

Tel: +(603) 883-2155, Fax: +(603) 883-0606 

Others/Japan,NABARI: Bausch Articulating Papers Japan 

K. K., Tel: +81 (0) 595-48-5780, Fax: +81 (0) 595-48-5787 

Electro Medical Systems Page 3 


AU/SYDNEY, NSW: Adec Australia, Tel: +61-2-9699-4600; 

Fax: +61-2-9699-4700 

BD/DHAKA:Venus Enterprises, Tel: +880/2-955-5460 

BN/BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Medix, Tel: +673-2-23-6015; 

Fax: +673-223-6866 

CN/BEIJING: E-Maxdent Co., Ltd, Tel: +86-10-6848-4706 

or 4707 ext 101, Fax: +86-10-6848-8840; BEIJING: 

WholeChina Technology & Trade Co., Ltd., 

Tel: +86-10-86662670; SHANGHAI: Shanghai Forward Co., 

Ltd, Tel: +86-21-5632-6537, Fax: +86-21-5631-4553 

HK/N.T.,HONG-KONG: Horseley Company Ltd, 

Tel: +(852) 2889-1218, Fax: +(852) 2889-2724; 

SHAUKEIWAN: HealthCare Dental Limited, 

Tel: +852-2563- 5193, Fax: +852-2565-9537 

IN/BANGALORE: Confident Dental Equipments Ltd., 

Tel: +9180-2348-16-94, Fax: +91-80-2348-0692/ 

+91-80-2349-4443 

ID/JAKARTA: Fondaco, Tel: +6221-633-0438/+6221-633-0443; 

Fax: +6221633-0410 

KR/SEOUL: Shinhung Co. Ltd., Tel: +82-2-6366-2121; 

Fax: +82-2-6366-2131 

LK/COLOMBO: Infotechs, Tel: +94-11-258-1529/3210; 

Fax: +94-11-258-4644 

MY/PETALING JAYA: Wise Heritage, Tel: +603-6141-6918 

Fax: +603-6141-6948 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Ivoclar Vivadent (NZ) Ltd., 

Tel: +64-9-914-9999; Fax: +64-9914-9990 

PK/LAHORE: Western Scientific Traders, 

Tel: +92/42-755-0021 

PH/MANILA: SPMS Medical, Tel: +632-533-8814/17; 

Fax: +632-533-9219 

SG/IDS Dental Division,Tel: +65-6347-8455; 

Fax: +65-6861-1468 

TH/BANGKOK: Accord Corp. Ltd., Tel: +662-613-8081; 

Fax: +662-216-3235 

TW/TAIPEI: Protagonist, Tel: +8862-8242-2418; 

Fax: +886-2-8242-2420 

VN/HO CHI MINH CITY: D.O.E. Dentistry of Excellence, 

Tel: +90-3834-901; Fax: +84-8925-3702 

Seeking agents in other territories 

E-WOO Technology – Vatech Page 48 


AU/Integradent,Tel: +61-3-9588-2699, 

Fax: +61-3-9588-2799 

CN/BEIJING:E-WOO Beijing, Tel: +(86)10-6848-4706, 

Fax: +(86)10-6846-4460; SHANGHAI: E-WOO (Shanghai), 

Tel: +(86)21-6145-0330, +(86)21-6145-0399, 

Fax: +(86)21-6145-0381, +(86)21-6145-0384 ; 

GUANGZHOU: E-WOO Guangzhou, 

Tel: 86 20 8318 6802, Fax: 86 20 8318 6802 

HK/E-WOO Hong Kong, Tel: +(852)2783-9911, 

Fax: +(852)2783-9511 

KR/E-WOO Technology Co., Ltd.(HQ), 

Tel: +82-31-899-7979, Fax: +82-31-8005-7816 

SG/E-WOO Singapore Pte Ltd, Tel: +(65)6270-6260, 

Fax: +(65)6273-6260 

TH/Dent-Mate Co., Ltd., Tel: +66-2472-8111/3, 

Fax: +66-2472-7744 

TW/TAIPEI:E-WOO Technology. Co., Ltd. Taiwan, 

Tel: +(886)2-2627-1505, +(886)2-8751-1578, 

Fax: +(886)-2-2729-0206, +(886)-2-2627-1510 

Others/Japan: JMM Corporation, Tel: +81-6-6350-1036, 

Fax: +81-6-6350-5736; USA, HOUSTON; NEW JERSEY: 

Tel: +1-201-569-9600, Fax: +1-201-569-9601 

FKG Dentaire Page 28 


AU/MELBOURNE: Ivoclar Vivadent Pty. Ltd., 

Tel: +61-(3)-9795-9599 

CN/SWITZERLAND: FKG Dentaire, Tel: +41-32-968-8525 

HK/KOWLOON: 3-ON Dental & Industrial, 

Tel: +852-(2522)-8833 

ID/MEDAN:Bintang Saudara Semesta Jaya, Tel: 

+62-61-734-6435, JAKARTA: Tel: +62-21 625-9111, 

SURABAYA: Tel: +62-31-548-4666 

IN/Bangalore: Confident Sales India Pvt. Ltd., 

Tel: +91-80-2348-2153, Fax: +91-80- 2348-2156 

KR/SEOUL: Elite Dental,Tel: +82-(2)-752-2875, 

Fax: +82-(2)-752-2820 

MY/KUALA LUMPUR: NTC Dental Suppliers Sdn Bhd, 

Tel: +03-6250-2242, +03-6250-6241 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Ivoclar Vivadent Ltd, Tel: +64-(9)-914-9999 

PH/MANILA: Acteon (Philippines), Tel: +632-899-78-66 or 67 

SG/Raydent Supplies (S) Pte Ltd, Tel: +65-6741-5411 

TH/BANGKOK: Acteon (Thailand) Ltd., 

Tel: +66-(0)-2-714-3295 (Auto 5 lines), 

Fax: +66-(0)-2-714-3296 

TW/TAIPEI: Kuo Hwa Dental Suppliers Co., Ltd., 

Tel: +886-(2)-2226-1770 

VN/SWITZERLAND: FKG Dentaire, Tel: +41-32-968-8525 

Other/Japan,OSAKA: Hakusui Trading Company, 

Tel: +81-(6) -6396-4411 Fax: +81-(6)-6396-4468; 

NAGOYA: the S.S.Dental Co.Ltd, , Tel: +81-(0)-52-331-2438 

Fax: +81-(0)-52-331-2439 

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GC Asia Dental Pte Ltd Page 1 

Address: Changi Logistics Centre 

19 Loyang Way #06-27, Singapore 508724 

Tel : +(65) 6546-7588 / Fax : +(65) 6546-7577 

Email : gcasia@singnet.com.sg 

URL : www.gcasia.info 

Company profile : 

GC is actively engaged in R&D to enhance all elements of dental care. Key 

to our success lies with the great emphasis in creating highly value-added 

products which respond to the needs of people. As an innovative company, 

we will continue our efforts in R&D to achieve breakthroughs in dentistry. 

Distributed by : 

AU/SYDNEY: Henry Schein Halas, Tel: +(61) 2-9697-6288 

BD/DHAKA: Opal International, Tel: +(880) 2-712-1373; DHAKA: Standard 

Dental Supply, Tel: +(880) 913-3334 

BN/BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Medix Supplier, Tel: +(673) 2-228-886 

CN/SHANGHAI: GC Shanghai Co., Ltd., Tel : +(86) 21-6209-0008 



HK/Healthcare Dental Limited, Tel: +(852) 2563-5193; Young’s Dental, 

Tel: +(852) 2897-3828 

ID/JOGJAKARTA: Cobra Dental Group, Tel: +(62) 274-58-9455; JAKARTA: 

Indomedika, Tel: +(62) 21-315-4108 

IN/NEW DELHI: Indian Dental & Surgical Co., Tel: +(91) 5542-8983 

KR/SEOUL: GC Korea, Tel: +(82) 2-313-2272 

LK/COLOMBO: Yu & Company Pte. Ltd., Tel: +(94) 1269-1740 

MM/YANGON: UTM International Trading Co Ltd, Tel: +(95) 1-384-776 

MY/SELANGOR: Amedix Sdn Bhd, Tel: +(603) 5569-4848; SELANGOR: Indra 

Sari Trading, Tel: +(603) 5191-3033 

NP/KATHMANDU: Garg Dental Suppliers Pvt. Ltd, Tel : +(97) 71443-6276 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Henry Schein Shalfoon, Tel: +(64) 9-414-0040 

PH/MANILA:Golden Peak Sales Corporation, Tel: +(63) 2-242-2751 

PK/LAHORE: Humayun Dental, Tel: +(92) 42-636-3763 

SG/GC Asia Dental Pte. Ltd. Tel: +(65) 6546-7588; N.K. Luck (S) Pte. Ltd. 

Tel: +(65) 6255-1886 

TH/BANGKOK: Accord Corporation Ltd., Tel: +(66) 2-613-8081 to 90 

TW/TAIPEI: GC Taiwan, Tel: +(886) 2-8227-1505 

VN/HO CHI MINH CITY: Denmedico, Tel: +(84) 830-0563; HO CHI MINH CITY 

: Trinh Sanh, Tel: +(84) 8-834-7593; HO CHI MINH CITY: Tuan Hai, Tel: +(84) 

8-835-0073/8-855-7223; HANOI: Minh Dental, Tel: +(84) 4852-3643 

Others/Cambodia, PHNOM PENH: Unident Co Ltd, Tel: +855-23-99-1998 


Gebr. Brasseler GmbH & Co. KG – Komet Page 10 


AU/WATERLOO NSW: Henry Schein/Halas, Tel: +2-697-6288 

BD/BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Medix Supplier, Tel: +2-22-8886 

CN/BEIJING: Maxdent Co. Ltd.,Tel: +10-8256-1171, Fax: +10-8256-1170; 

Medica,Tel: +10-8171-2630, Fax: +10-8171-3586; SHANGHAI: Shanghai Juying 

Trading Co. Ltd ,Tel: +21-62-72-3077, Fax: +21-62-17-5264; WUHAN: Yours 

Dental Device Co. Ltd., Tel: +27-8365-9090, Fax: +27-8365-9797; GUANGZHOU: 

Interdental Ltd., Tel: +20-83-54-4692 , Fax: +20-8354-4693; CHENGDU: Pantrust 

Co. Ltd., Tel.: +28-550-1614, Fax: +28-525-6655 

HK/Interdental Ltd., Tel: +2545-0573/2541-1096 

ID/JAKARTA:P.D. Fondaco,Tel: +21-384-4063 

IN/NEW DELHI: Excel Int’l,Tel: +11-683-0531/683-6226; MUMBAI: Dental 

Avenue, Tel: +91-22-5699-7599, Fax: +91-22-5675-0551, NEW DELHI: Hariko 

Dentamed Pvt Ltd.,Tel:+11-5143-5663, Fax: +11-5143-5664 

KR/SEOUL: Shinhung Int’l Inc.,Tel: +2-595-6633; Komet DMI Korea Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +2-774-7275 

LK/COLOMBO: State Pharmaceuticals Corporation of Sri Lanka, 

Fax: +94-1-44-7118 

MY/KUALA LUMPUR: Rela Prisma Sdn Bhd,Tel: +6-03-4294-6500/ 

4294-7500; PETALING JAYA: Bumi Dental Suppliers Sdn Bhd,Tel: +03-718-9346 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Henry Schein/Shalfoon, Tel: +9-414-0040, Fax: +9-414-0041 

PF/TAHITI: Les Laboratoires Orina, Faa´a,Tel: +689-42-1173; PAPEETE TAHITI: 

Espace Santé S.A., ,Tel: +689-82-1427; NOUVELLE CALEDONIE : Intermed, 

NOUMÉA CEDEX, Tel: +687-24-6150 

PH/MANILA: Philippine Union Commercial Inc.,Tel: +2-705-041/2-703-602 

SG/Chee Sang Dental Tel: +292-3813/746-0187 

TH/BANGKOK: Tay Kok Chai, Tel: +2-212-665/+2-216-553 

TW/TAIPEI: Joyo Welldent Co Ltd,Tel: +2-788-5088 

VN/HO CHI MINH CITY:Tuyethai Co. Ltd.,Tel: +8-835-0073 

Others/Japan,TOKYO:Yoshida Dental,Tel: +3-3845-2931; OSAKA: Momose, 

Tel: +6-773-3333 

Heraeus Kulzer GmbH Page 20 

Gruener Weg 11 

D-63450 Hanau 

Tel: +49(0) 6181-35-3182 

Fax: +49(0) 6181-35-4180 

Email: susanne.muecke@heraeus.com 

website: www.heraeus-kulzer.com 

Contact Person: Ms Susanne Muecke 


ID/MEDAN: Bintang Saudara Semesta Jaya, Jalan Asia No. 212 A-B, 

Medan 20214, Tel: +61-734-6465, Fax: +61-734 64 65, 

E-Mail: ghlbsm@indosat.net.id, Contact: Mrs. Yenny Gunawan; 

JAKARTA: Tel: +625-9111; SURABAYA: Tel: +548-4666 

KR/SEOUL: Osstem Implant Co. Ltd., 8 th Fl. 810 Ho, World Meridian 

Venture Center II, 426-5 Gasan-Dong, Geumcheon-Gu, 

Tel: +8-22-016-7000 

MY/PENANG: Calsun Dental Supply, 50 Lebuh Bukit Kecil 1, Taman Sri 

Nibong, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Tel: +6-04-644-3918, 

Fax: +6-04-644-6390 

SG/MLJ Dental Trading Pte. LTD., #02-17 Textile Centre, 200 Jalan 

Sultan, Singapore 199018, Tel: +65-6-296-1543, Fax: +65-6-298-7657 

TH/BANGKOK: DENTAL-SIAM Enterprise Co., Ltd., 54 Soi Phanit Anan, 

Sukhumvit 71 Road, Klongton Nua, 10110 Wattana, 

Tel: +6-62-2713-3355, Fax: +6-62-2390-2132 ; BANGKOK: Asiadent 

Limited Partnership, 1049 Soi Jarunsanitwong 75 Road, 10700 

Bangplad,Tel: +6-62-880-3161, Fax: +6-62- 880-2863 

TW/TAIPEI: Yee Shine Trading Co. Ltd., 2F No. 129 Min Lu Street, 

103 Taipei, Tel: +8-86-22-553-2209, Fax: +8-86-22-553-8101, 

Contact: Mr. Andy Chen; TAIPEI: Tej-Jel Enterprise Co. Ltd., 5 th Fl. 

No. 1, Lane 83, Sec. 1, Kwang Fu Road, San-Chung City, Taipei 241, 

Tel: +8-86-22-999-5960, Fax: +8-86-22-995-1033, 

Contact: Mr. Daniel Chen 

VN/HO CHI MINH CITY: Denmedico, Tran Phu Street, District 5, 

Tel: +8-4-8-830-0563 Fax: +8-4-8- 830-0562, E-Mail: thanh-nhan@ 

hcm.vnn.vn, Contact: Mr. Nguyen Thanh Nhan 

Koelnmesse Pte Ltd (IDEM) Page 43 


AU/SYDNEY:Trade Australia,Tel: +61-2 9262-7111 (ext 22), Fax: +61-2-9467-4500 

CN/SHANGHAI:Koelnmesse Shanghai Branch,Tel: +86-21-6390-6161 (ext. 808), 

Fax: +86-21-6390-6858 

HK/Koelnmesse Ltd,Tel: +852-2511-8117, Fax: +852-2511-8119 

ID/JAKARTA: EKONID Perkumpulan Ekonomi Indonesia-Jerman, 

Tel: +62-2-1315-5644, Fax: +62-2-1315-7088 

KR/SEOUL:Rheinmesse Co., Ltd,Tel: +82-2798-4343, Fax: +82-2798-4383 

MY/KUALA LUMPUR:Promo Era Sdn. Bhd,Tel: +603-2142-9686, 

Fax: +603-2145-4011 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Messe Reps & Travel,Tel: +64-9625-2300, Fax: +64-9625-2954 

PH/MANILA:Fairs & More Inc,Tel: +63-2-845-1324, Fax: +63-2-845-1395 

SG/Koelnmesse Pte Ltd,Tel: +65-6296-1941, Fax: +65-6294-8403 

TH/BANGKOK:Expolink Global Network Ltd,Tel: +66-2640-8013, 

Fax: +66-2664-2076



TW/Kaigo Co. Ltd,Tel: +88-62-2595-4212, Fax: +88-62-2595-5726 

VN/HO CHI MINH:The North Ltd,Tel: +84-8-931-2422, Fax: +84-8-931-2422 

Others/Japan,TOKYO: Koelnmesse Co., Ltd Tel: +81-3-5405-2202, 

Fax: +81-3-5405-2203 

Kuraray Medical Inc Page 7 


AU/NSW: J. Morita ANZ Representative Office, Tel: +61-2-9667-3555, 

Fax: +61-2-9667-3577; Henry Schein Halas, Tel : +61-2-9697-6288, 

Fax: +61-2-9697-6250 

HK/HONG KONG: Meco Dental & Medical Supplies Co., Ltd., 

Tel: +852-2553-0113, Fax: +852-2873-0816 

ID/JAKARTA: Pt. Gala Djaja Raya, Tel: +62-21-719-4778, Fax: +62-21-7179-3157 

IN/NEW DELHI: Tracom Services Private Ltd, Tel: +91-11-2983-5600, 

Fax: +91-11-2984-5048 

KR/SEOUL: Shinghung Company Ltd, Tel: +82-2-6366-2091 

MY/SELANGOR: Ar Dental Supplies Sdn. Bhd., Tel: +60-3-5122-4694/4695, 

Fax: +60-3-5122- 4632 

NP/JAPAN,OSAKA: Elem Enterprises, Tel: +81-6-6261-3551, 

Fax: +81-6-6266-1136 

NZ/AUCKLAND: J. Morita ANZ Representative Office, Tel: +61-2-9667-3555, 

Fax: +61-2-9667-3577; Henry Schien Shalffon, Tel : +64-9-414-0040, 

Fax: +64-9-414-0041 

PH/Makati City: Acteon, Tel: +(632)-899-78-66 or 67, Fax: +(632)-899-78-43 

SG/Nu-Hup Teck Importer & Exporter Pte. Ltd, Tel: +65-6743-1006, 

Fax: +65-6743-7010 

TH/BANGKOK: Acteon, Tel: +66-2-714-3295, Fax: +66-2-714-3296 

TW/TAIPEI HSIEN: Biotech One Inc., Tel: +886-2-8511-0783, 

Fax: +886-2-8511-0735 

Mani, Inc. Page 37 


AU/SYDNEY: Gunz,Tel: +9935-6677 

BD/DHAKA: Pacific Dental,Tel: +913-6681 

HK/Global, Tel: +2598-9788 

ID/JAKARTA: Persada,Tel: +344-2388 

IN/MUMBAI: Prime Dental,Tel: +2592-5924 

KR/SEOUL: Shinhung,Tel: +595-6633 

LK/COLOMBO: Unicel,Tel: +686-848 

MM/YANGON: San Thit Ar Raw Jan,Tel : +21-0717 

MY/KUALA LUMPUR: NTC Dental Suppliers,Tel: +6250-6241 

NP/KATHMANDU: Garg Dental Suppliers,Tel: +443-6276 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Gunz Dental New Zealand,Tel: +0800-44-1606 

PH/MANILA: J-Chenny,Tel: +224-5572 

VN/HOCHIMINH: Vietthai Medical Company,Tel: +834-0245 

SG/TW/TH/Available from local dealers 

Mectron Spa Page 45 


AU/RYDALMERE: William Green Pty Ltd., Tel: +0061-2-9638-6222; 

SIDNEY: Henry Schein Halas Pty Ltd, Tel: +006-129-697-6288, 

Fax: +006-129-697-6250 

BD/BANGALORE: Mectron Dental (I) Pvt Ltd, Tel: +0091-80-41-60-8671/72 

CN/BEIJING: Shenzhen Trimax Trading Co., Ltd., Tel: +00852-2669-3982 (Hong 

Kong); SUZHOU JIANGSU: Suzhou Dentasia Medical Equipment Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +0086-512-6523-0991 

HK/Trimax Healthcare Supplies (Asia) Group Ltd., Tel: +00852-2669-3982; 

KOWLOON: ABC – Aniam Biomedical Company Ltd., Tel: +00852-2541-2290 

ID/JAKARTA: Andini Sarana,Tel: +0062-21-461-0515 

IN/BANGALORE: Mectron India Pvt Ltd, Tel: +0091-80-41-60-8671/72 

KR/SEOUL: Mectron Korea Corp., Tel: +0082-2-75-23-555 

LK/BANGALORE: Mectron Dental (I) Pvt Ltd, Tel: +0091-80-41-60-8671/72 

MY/KUALA LUMPUR: Medes (M) Sdn. Bhd., Tel: +0060-3-6272-8648/49/50; 

SELANGOR DARUL EHSAN: Dentacare Sdn. Bhd., Tel: +006-3-5637-3866 

PH/MANILA: Spiros Trading, Tel: +00632-724-7400 

PK/LAHORE: Glow Pak International, Tel: +0092-42-584-60-90 -2 

SG/N.K. Luck (S) Pte Ltd., Tel: +0065-6255-1886 

TH/BANGKOK: Dental Siam Enterprise Co. Ltd., Tel: +00660-2713-3355 

TW/TAIPEI: Sundent Corporation, Tel: +00886-2-8228-0861 

VN/HO CHI MINH CITY: N.K. Luck Co. Ltd. (H.C.M.C.), Tel: +0084-8-862-0090 

Monitex Industrial Co., Ltd. Page 47 


AU/Ampan Dental,Tel: +61-2-9567-3555, Fax: +61-9599-2153 

CN/Holy Medical Tel: +910-377-5416, Fax: +910-377-5456 

HK/Bauhinia Dental Ltd.,Tel: +852-2305-2100, Fax: +852-2795-5703 

ID/Sentrum Dentalindo PT., Tel: +21-720-2555, Fax: +21-739-9151 

KR/Genex International Co. Ltd.Tel: +2-319-1233, Fax: +2-319-1232 

MY/EDI Dental Supplies Tel: +6277-1516, Fax: +6277-0516 

NZ/Tren Marketing Company.Tel: +64-4-568-7827, Fax: +64-4-939-7311 

PK/Advance Inc.Tel: +92-52-351-0072 

PH/Interdent Inc.Tel: +817-9643, Fax: +817-4240 

TH/BANGKOK: Dent-Mate,Tel: +2-472-8111, Fax: +2-472-7744 

VN/Hoan My Medical Co., Ltd.Tel: +84-8-9-970518, Fax: +84-8-9-971-094 

NSK Nakanishi Inc. Page 24, 25 


AU/SYDNEY: NSK Oceania Pty Ltd., Tel: +61-2-8306-3000 

CN/SHANGHAI: NSK Shanghai Co., Ltd., Tel:+86-21-6236-2200 

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ID/JAKARTA: PT.Thomasong Nirmala,Tel: +62-21-638-55888 

IN/BANGALORE: Confident Dental Equipments Limited, Tel: +91-80-23484836 

KR/SEOUL: Shinhung Co. Ltd., Tel: +82-2-6366-2123 

LK/Denme Electro Medicals, Tel: +94-11-2699974 

NZ/AUCKLAND: NSK Oceania Ltd., Tel: +64-9-523-0111 

PH/MANILA: New Citizen’s Dental Supply, Tel: +63-2-733-2977 

PK/LAHORE: Western International Pvt Ltd, Tel: +92-42-7550021 

TH/BANGKOK: Eminence, Tel: +66-2-910-1258 

TW/Taipei: Chang Ming Trading Co. Ltd., Tel: +886-2-2769-7700 REP 

Others/Japan, NSK Nakanishi Inc. Head Office Tel: +81-289-64-3422, 

TOKYO OFFICE: Tel: +81-3-3835-2892 

Saeshin Precision Ind. Co. Page 42 


AU/NSW: Gunz Dental Pty Ltd,Tel: +61-2-9935-6677, Fax: +61-2-9935-6666 

ID/MEDAN: PT. Bintang Saudara Semesta Jaya,Tel: +62-61-7365932, 

Fax: +62-61-736-3565; JAKARTA BARAT: Mandala Mitratama PT, 

Tel: +62-21-567-0064, Fax: +62-21-566-0548 

IN/MUMBAI: Golden Nimbus I Pvt. Ltd.,Tel: +91-22-2852-6666, 7777, 

Fax: +91-22-2570-3000; NEW DELHI: Agkem Impex Pvt Ltd., 

Tel: +91-11-2250-5927, Fax: +91-11-2253-3162 

MM/YANGON: 3Q Dental International Ltd. ,Tel: +95-1-379532, 

Fax: +95-1-37-0688 

MY/PENANG: Calsin Sdn. Bhd.,Tel: +60-4-262-6790, Fax: +60-4-262-8270; 

mectron s.p.a. 

via Loreto, 15/A 

16042 Carasco (Ge) 

ITALIA 

tel +39 0185 35361 

fax +39 0185 351374 

www.mectron.com 

mectron@mectron.com 


medical technology 

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bright colours are in! 

PENANG: William Trading Dental Supply,Tel: +604-228-7109, Fax: +604-229-2109 

PF/TAHITI: P.O.E Import ,Tel/Fax: +689-43-2679 

PH/MANILA: FORTRESS DENTAL ,Tel: +63-2-244-5634, Fax : +63-2-244-5639 

PK/KARACHI: Ali Dental Supply, Tel: +92-21-496-0676, 

Fax : +92-21-497-1637 

TH/BANGKOK: Dent-Mate Co., Ltd. Tel: +66-2-4728-1113, 

Fax: +66-2-472-7744 

VN/HO CHI MINH: Long Hai Co., Ltd. ,Tel: +84-8-970-3759, 

Fax: +84-8-970-6018 

Shofu Inc. Page 9, 12, 27 


AU/SYDNEY: Horseley Dental Supplies Pty Ltd, Tel: +(61) 2-8717-6500 

BN/SINGAPORE: Premico Marketing Associates, Tel: +(65) 6848-6436 

CN/SHANGHAI: Shofu Dental Supplies (Shanghai) Co. Ltd, 

Tel: +(86) 21-5779-6980 

HK/Dental Essential Ltd, Tel: +(852) 2203-4487 

ID/JAKARTA: Kiang Multi Corp., Tel: +(62) 21-563-6002 

IN/NEW DELHI: International Trading Corp. of India, Tel: +(91)11-2326-8407; 

NEW BOMBAY: Chesa Enterprises, Tel: +(91) 22-2520-7293 

KR/SEOUL: Shinhung Co Ltd., Tel: +(82) 2-6366-2121 

LK/Kayak Surgi Pharma (Pvt.) Ltd., Tel: +(94) 11-50-22832 

MY/KUALA LUMPUR :Premiere Dental Sdn Bhd, Tel: +(60) 3-7781-4250 

NZ/WELLINGTON: Healthcare Essentials Ltd., Tel: +(64) 4-387-3874 

starlight pro – colour is now part of our concept! 

Choose your preferred colour – pink, orange, blue, green, 

yellow, silver or standard white – the features are the same. 

ergonomic – only 105 g 

flexible – only 90 min. charging time for 320 cycles 

powerful – over 1000 mW/cm2 reliable – cures 2 mm layer in 10 sec. 

durable – 3-year guarantee 

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NP/Everest Dental and Medical Suppliers P Ltd Tel: +(977) 1-4242-654 

PH/MANILA: Fortress Dental Products,Tel: +(63) 2-244-5634 

PK/LAHORE: Western Int’l (Pvt) Ltd.,Tel: +(92) 42-755-0021 

SG/Premico Marketing Assoc. Tel: +(65) 6848-6436; Shofu Inc. Tel: +65-6377-2722 

TH/BANGKOK: Accord Corporation Ltd., Tel: +(66) 2-613-8081-90 

TW/TAIPEI: Ting Sing Trading Co., Ltd., Tel: +(886) 2-2542-0968 

VN/HO CHI MINH CITY: Tuyet Hai Pharmaceuticals Co Limited, 

Tel: +(84) 8-835-0073 

Others/Cambodia: (Cambodia) Dental Co., Ltd Tel: +(855) 23-88-5372 

SybronEndo Page 9 


AU/Halas Dental Ltd, Tel: +1300-65- 8822, Fax :+1300-65-8810 

NZ/Shalfoon Dental, Tel: +0800-808-855, Fax: +0508-80-8555 

SG/NK Luck, Tel: +65-6255-1886, Fax: +65-255-5993 

KR/Shinhung, Tel: +82-2595-6633, Fax: +82-2-595-6611, 

MY/AR Dental, Email: ardental@tm.net.my 

TW/Yongchieh, Tel:+886-2-2778-8315, Fax: +886-2-2711-0802 

TH/Accord Dental, Tel:+00662-613-8081, Fax: +00662-216-3235 

CN/Mr Henry Tien, Tel:+85-29-382-9837 

PK/Advance Medical, Tel:+92-52-351-0072 or +92-52-351-1880 

PH/Equipdent Trading, Tel: +(63-2)414-7225, +741-6234 

HK/Bauhinia Dental, Tel: +(852)-2305-2100 and Citicon 

Tel: +852-9-011-4566 

ID/PT Medikapurna, Email:spiderdental@yahoo.com 



Ultradent Dental Products, Inc Page 41 


AU/Gunz Dental Pty Ltd,Tel: +612-9935-6600, Fax: +612-9935-6650 

CN/BEIJING: Sunmed Medical Technology Co., Tel:+86-10-5873-1081, 

Fax: +86-10-5873-1080; SHANGHAI: Shanghai Fushion Dental Technology, 

Tel:+86-21-5662-5086, Fax: +86-21-6628-5307, GUANGZHOU: Hemao Medical 

Co.Ltd., Tel:+86-20-8329-5549, Fax: +86-20-8329-5537; CHENGDU: Sichuan 

Huaguang Medical Instrument Co.,Ltd., Tel: +028-8335-3068, 

Fax: +028-8331-7876 

HK/KOWLOON: Dental Essentials Limited,Tel: +852-2203-4487, 

Fax: +852-2341-7800 

IN/NEW DELHI: Avco Consultancy Services Pvt. Ltd., Tel:+91-26-88-3500, 

Fax:+91-11-268-75421; MUMBAI: +91-(22)-2567-9988; BANGALORE: Omega 

Inc.,Tel: +91-80-254-50189, Fax: +91-80-254-50188 

ID/JAKARTA: Fondaco,Tel:+62-21-633-0409, Fax:+62-21-633-0410 

KR/SEOUL:Thezonworld Co., Ltd.,Tel: +82-2-6000-3388, Fax: +82-2-6000-3389 

LK/DENSPROLANKA,Tel: +94-11-282-3870/+94-78-514-1671, 

Fax: +94-11-282-3870 

MY/KUALA LUMPUR: Amedix Sdn Bhd, Tel: +603-5569-4848, 

Fax: +603-5569-4478 

NZ/Gunz Dental Pty Ltd, Tel: +001-1649-522-5060, 

Fax: +001-1649-522-2910 

PH/MANILA: Dental Domain Corporation,Tel: +632-376-2782, 

Fax: +632-376-2734 

PK/LAHORE:Western International Ltd Tel: +92-42-757-2675, Fax: +92-42-758 


SG/Fondaco Pte Ltd, Tel:+(65)-392-2806, +(65)-392-1296 

TH/BANGKOK: Nu-Dent Co., Ltd., Tel: +66-2-214-1149, 

Fax: +662-611-0152 

TW/TAIPEI: Thong Ting Trading Co.Ltd., Tel: +886-2-89-81-9180, 

Fax: +886-2-89-81-9179 

VN/HO CHI MINH CITY: DOE, Tel: +84-89-25-3703, Fax: +84-89-25-3700 

Others/JAPAN Tokyo: Ultradent Japan K.K., Tel: +81-3-3437-0751, 

Fax: +81-3-3437-0752;TOKYO:Yoshida Dental Trade ,Tel: +81-3-3845-2973, 

Fax: +813-2845-2617 

VDW GmbH Page 19 


AU/SYDNEY: Gunz Dental,Tel: +61 (2) 9935-6655; SYDNEY: Schein Halas, 

Tel: +61 (2) 9697-6288; SYDNEY: Heraeus Kulzer,Tel: +61 (2) 9417-8411 

CN/SHANGHAI: IMD Inc.,Tel: +86 (21) 6439-9089 

HK/Interdental Ltd, ,Tel: +852-2541-1096 

ID/JAKARTA: PT Thomasong Nirmala,Tel: +62-21 638 55888 

IN/NEW DELHI: IDS - International Dental Systems, Tel: +91 (11) 5106-3132 

KR/SEOUL: Ithiel Co., Ltd.,Tel: +82 (2) 7575575 

MY/PUCHONG: NDent SDN,Tel: +60(3)8075-2365; SELANGOR: Excel Dent SDN 

BHD,Tel:+60 (3) 7958 8780 

NZ/SYDNEY:Gunz Dental,Tel:+61 (2) 9935-6655 

PK/LAHORE:Humayun Dental Supplies, Tel: +92 (42) 636-3763 

SG/IDS Dental Division,Tel: +65-6566-1188 

TH/NONTHABURI: SD Tantavade,Tel: +66 (2) 980-0695 

TW/TAIPEI:Tung Sheng International Inc, Tel: +886 (2) 2559-8098; TAIPEI: Shin 

Yean Trading Co. Ltd, Tel: +886 (2) 2391-8481;TAICHUNG:Wave Pep Trade Co. 

Ltd.,Tel: +886 (4) 2360-3916 

VN/HO CHI MINH City: Medent Express Co., Ltd, Tel: +84 (8) 842 5434 

University of the Pacific Page 9 

International Dental Studies 

Arthur A.Dugoni 

School of Dentistry 

2155 Webster Street 

San Francisco, California, 

U.S.A. 

Tel: +415-929-6688/+415-929-6428, 

Fax: +415-749-3334 

Voco GmbH Page 5 


AU/VOCO Australia Pty Ltd. , Tel: +61-40-939-0194, Fax: +61-39-390-1940 

CN/CHENGDU: Sichuan Huaguang Medical Instrument Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +86-28-8335-3068, Fax: +86-28-8331-7876; XIAN: Huang Long Medical 

Instrument Co. Ltd., Tel: +86-29-8461-9553, Fax: +86-29-8461-3285; 

GUANGZHOU: Guangdong ZhongWei Medical Equipment Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +86-20-8901-4138, Fax: +86-20-8901-4098; K.M.-JIAYE, KUNMING, 

Tel: +86-871-317-9313, Fax: +86-871-315-4328; BEIJING: Beijing Jia Lian Cheng 

Ye Medical Instrument Co. Ltd, Tel: +86-10-8820-3990, Fax: +86-10-8820-3991; 

ZHEJIANG: YiWu HeCheng Dental Equipment Co. Ltd., Tel: +86-57-9561-8991, 

Fax: +86 57-9561-8992; SHANGHAI: Shanghai Nice Valley Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +86-21-5239-8136, Fax: +86-21-52 -39-8135;UROMQI: Alip Stomatology 

Medical Instrument Co. Ltd., Tel: +86-991-281-5968, Fax: +86-991-283-3598 

HK/KOWLOON: Bauhinia Dental Limited, Tel: +852-2305-2100, 

Fax: +852-27-95-5703; TWL Ltd.,Tel: +852-2322-8232, Fax: +852-2368-0333 

IN/BOISAR: Group Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Tel: +91-22-2872-2695, 

Fax: +91-22-2872-4883 

ID/JAKARTA: PT Andini Sarana,Tel: +62-21-461-0515, Fax: +62-21-46-03982 

KR/SEOUL: Yours Dental Co. Ltd., Tel: +82-2-3789-2833, 

Fax: +82-2-3789-2830 

MY/PENANG: Calsin SDN. BHD.,Tel: +604-262-6790, Fax: +604-26-28270; 

PUCHONG/SELANGOR: N Dent Sdn. Bhd.,Tel: +60 380-75-2365, 

Fax: +60-380-75-3365 

NZ/ROSEBERY: Gunz Dental Pty. Ltd., Tel: +61-2-99-35-6677, 

Fax: +61-2-9935-6688 

PK/KARACHI: Health’n Cure, Tel: +92-21-534-2310, Fax: +92-21-534-4090 

PH/MAKATI CITY: Orion Dental Group Inc., Tel: +63-91-7837-3061, 

Fax: +63-2894-1323 

SG/Dentmedix PTE Ltd.,Tel: +65-6765-0212, Fax: +65-6762-2956 

TW/TAIPEI: Medical Choice Supply Trading Co., Tel: +88-62-2837-6778, 

Fax: +88-62-2831-1996 

TH/BANGKOK: Drive in Dental Supply Ltd. Part.,Tel: +66-2377-1344, 

Fax: +66-2731-3100;Dental-Siam Enterprise Co. Ltd.,Tel: +66-27-13-3355, 

Fax: +66-2390-2132; VRP Dent Co. Ltd., Tel: +66-2644-9041, 

Fax: +66-2354-4711; Dental Vision Co. Ltd.,Tel: +66-2693-4061, 

Fax: +66-2693-4065 

Others/Japan, OSAKA: Hakusui Trading Co. Ltd., Tel: +81-66-396-4400, 

Fax: +81-66-396-4457; YOKOHAMA: Feed Corporation, Tel: +81-45628-0830, 

Fax: +81-456-28-0831 

We focus on.... 

DENTAL PRODUCTS



W&H Dentalwerk Burmoos GmbH Page 15 

Ignaz-Glaser- Str. 53 

A-5111, Burmoos, Austria 

Tel: +43-6274-6236-960 

Fax: +43-6274-6236-730 

Email: angela.heigl@wh.com 

URL:www.wh.com 

Contact Person: Ms Angela Heigl 

Company profile: 

W&H is one of the leading suppliers of dental precision 

equipment globally. The family held company based 

in Bürmoos near Salzburg/Austria offers high end 

products for all dental application fields.With a total of 

3 production sites in Bürmoos (Austria) and Pedrengo 

(Italy), 13 W&H distribution agencies world wide as 

well as 13 regional officers,W&H ranks among the most 

innovative companies in the dental world. 


AU/SYDNEY: Adec Australia Co. Inc.,Tel: +2-969-9-4600 

CN/BEIJING: Sunmed Medical Technology Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +10-5873-1081; SHENZHEN:Tesco Dental Supplies Ltd., 

Tel: +755-8228-4664; SHANGHAI:Tesco Dental Trading Co., 

+215-426-2881 

HK/Tesco Dental Supplies Ltd.,Tel: +2544-2729 

ID/YOGJAKARTA: Cobra Dental,Tel: +62-274-58-9455 

IN/NEW DELHI:W&H Dental India PVT Ltd., 

Tel: +91-98-100-9-9160 

KR/SEOUL: Shinwon Dental Co. Ltd.,Tel: +237-88-9500 

LK/COLOMBO: Espee Marketing,Tel: +1-44-9502 

MM/YANGON: Silver Lotus Co. Ltd.,Tel: +1-29-0847 

MY/SELANGOR: Amedix Sdn. Bhd.,Tel: +3-5569-4848 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Ivoclar Vivadent Ltd.,Tel: +9-991-4-9999 

PH/MANILA: Dental Domain,Tel: +63- 2-376-2782 

PK/LAHORE: Glow Pak International,Tel: +42-586-9849 

SG/IDS Dental Division, Tel: +6566-1188 

TH/BANGKOK: Dental Siam Enterprise Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +2-713-3355 

TW/TAIPEI:Ting Sing Trading Co. Ltd.,Tel: +2-2542-0968 

Others/Japan, OSAKA: Hakusui Trading Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +6-6396-4411 

Whip Mix Corporation Page 6 


AU/VICTORIA: Ivoclar Vivadent Ltd., Tel: +3-9795-9599, Fax: +3-9795-9645, 

CN/SHENYANG: Shenyang M&T, Tel: +24-286-9046, Fax: +24-2285-3208; 

SHANGHAI: Shanghai DEVE Trade Co. Ltd., Tel: +21-6231-5140, 

Fax: +21-6231-5141 

IN/BOMBAY: Kalabhai Dental Pvt. Ltd., Tel: +22-2578-1823, 

Fax: +22-2579-9121 

ID/JAKARTA: P.D. Fondaco, Tel: +21-633-0438, Fax: +21-633-0410/631-9522 

KR/SEOUL: Dae Myung Industrial Co. Ltd., Tel: +2-702-3001, 

Fax: +2-716-1580 

MY/DARUL EHSAN: Amedix Sdn. Bhd., Tel: +3-55-69-4848, 

Fax: +3-55-69-4478 

NZ/AUCKLAND: Ivoclar Pty. Ltd., Tel: +9-630-5206, Fax: +9-630-6148; 

Henry Schein Regional, Tel: +9-414-0040, Fax: +9-414-0041 

PH/METRO MANILA: Hexagon Healthcare Corporation, Tel: +2-253-5613, 

Fax: +2-253-5612 

SG/SINGAPORE: Calgin Enterprises Ltd., Tel: +65-298-9412, 

Fax: +65-298-8623 

TW/TAIPEI: Song Tah Trading Co. Ltd., Tel: +2-2703-6465, 

Fax:+2-2705-3571 

TH/BANGKOK: Homedent Group Co. Ltd., Tel: +2-881-7181, 

Fax: +2-881-7184 

VN/HO CHI MINH CITY: Gia Thanh Trading Import & Export Co. Ltd., 

Tel: +848-962-5395, Fax: +848-962-6110 

Others/Japan,TOKYO: Tokyo Dental Industrial Co. Ltd., Tel: +3-832-0572/ 

+3-831-2648, Fax: +3-835-8254 



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