Articles by Ruby Booker

Back To Your Roots with GC, the Minimum Intervention Treatment Solution for root caries. Due to the ageing society, the prevalence of root caries might even increase in the future. Help protect roots by identifying the presence and risk factors of root caries in the early stage, by preventing it to develop or by restoring it in an adequate and minimally invasive way so that recurrence is reduced to a minimum. 

Taking impressions is often a complex process and it is essential that is stage is carried out properly to get the best impression and therefore the best fitting final restoration. To help with this, 3M have put together seven golden rules that should help you achieve perfection with your indirect restorations.

The Science of Comfort & Wellbeing - By Toffeln The Difference with Toffeln  There are many brands of footwear promoting comfort. The difference with Toffeln footwear is designed especially for the healthcare industry, for dentists and nurses… people like you. Better by Design All shoes are not equal, sports footwear is designed for intensive, limited duration activities, the popular hi...

Save Time With Glass Ionomer Placement with 3M Products that save time mean that, in theory, we can see more patients in a day. Glass Ionomers fit nicely into this space as an adhesive isn’t required, and the ability to bulk place to any depth due to the chemical cure makes these ideal time saving products. Ketac Universal glass ionomer restorative does not require the use of a glaze or con...

How do we prevent needlestick injuries in dental practices and keep our team safe is a question asked worldwide in practices. Pierrel have explored this issue and created a solution! 

What is Oral Cancer?  Oral cancer is a lethal disease, if left untreated, that dental professionals can encounter in their professional activity. Although not usually directly involved in the specific therapeutic phase, the role of the dentist and the dental hygienist is fundamental in the prevention of mouth cancer in it’s initial interception and in the control of discomfort resulting from...

Every hour of every day another person dies of oral cancer, it’s shocking, but true. Luckily, you are in a position to help ensure that your patients do not become part of this statistic. As a dentist, you are the first line of defence against this potentially deadly disease. “We are the first people that can see it, discover it and diagnose it,” points out Dr. Robert Convissar

Ergonomics In Dentistry Repetitive strain injury and muscle strain is one of the most common issues when working in dentistry. Looking for a cure without affecting work methods can be tricky, but putting in preventative measures couldn't be easier! Hand fatigue is a serious issue. Work-related hand/wrist disorders or Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) develop from the physical clinical activiti...

Before starting any Endodontic Root Canal treatment, it is necessary to know the anatomy and morphology of the tooth as best as possible. The anatomy of root canal morphology plays a decisive role in determining the conditions under which Endodontic treatment can be performed effectively. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMRJg6_Td6s[/embed] In this case a lower canine with 2 roots is ...

What you can't see may harm your patient, your staff and your practice reputation! Hu-Friedy look at the hidden nasties in waterlines. The narrow width, extensive length, and dark/moist environment of dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) provides the ideal home for the growth and survival of colonies of microorganisms that begin to build a sticky matrix creating biofilm, and just because you don’t s...