User report by Dr. Alexandre Franco During my professional life as a dentist, I have frequently seen patients with one single dark tooth in my practice. Being so common, I wondered which dentist would not be familiar with these situations? Usually, our first thought is that we are facing a non-vital tooth, one which had already been treated endodontically. Consequently, it would be suitable to go ahead with an appropriate whitening protocol for non-vital teeth in order to get rid of the dark internal coloration – it could not be easier, could it?

User report by Petteri Viljakainen You would not want to be without a curing light in your dental practice. As they are used repeatedly on a daily basis, they are vital for the success of numerous dental procedures. Alongside the drill, a curing light is probably one of the most important tools in a dental practice. In order to obtain perfectly polymerized restorations, the curing light’s intensity as well as its handling properties are crucial.

User report by Dr. Elisa Jurianz One of my patients arranged an appointment in our practice, wishing to get whiter teeth. She was unhappy with her tooth color and especially with the fact that her teeth's cervical regions were significantly darker. The regular consumption of coffee was a visible cause for the discoloration of the tooth surfaces. The patient presented no fillings, allergies, or any other health restrictions.

User Report by Luisa Roch (DH, B. Sc.) Many offers on the Internet, particularly on the different social media channels, are dedicated to the topic of tooth whitening. Therefore, it is not surprising that the patients’ attention is more and more drawn to the esthetics and appearance of their teeth. Some years ago, I offered tooth whitening treatments almost only exclusively and specifically targeted in our practice. Today, my patients proactively demand these treatments. Many patients aim for whiter teeth but are unsure, whether tooth whitening will cause any risks or side effects. Consequently, professional whitening offers have become indispensable in a modern dental practice.

A case report by Dr. Sasan Harun-Mahdavi First published: ZWP Zahnarzt Wirtschaft Praxis [German business magazine for dentists] 10/22, pp. 92-95, OEMUS MEDIA AG, Leipzig Dr. Sasan Harun-Mahdavi is the owner of the practice for oral and maxillofacial dentistry "Zahnärzte im Lehel" in Munich, Germany. Restorations are part of his wide range of treatments. Here, he and his team attach great importance to esthetic fillings. Based on his experiences, Dr. Harun-Mahdavi reports on the importance of matrix systems to him.

A user report by dental hygienist Lene Holm

A user report by Dr. Farina Blattner, M.Sc.

A case report by Dr. Clarissa Jänig

The currently available preventive care methods for the maintenance of a good general oral health have been continuously improving. Nevertheless, lengthy (and time-consuming) treatments are almost unavoidable from time to time. At this point, users and practice teams are frequently faced with various challenges. In the following interview, Dr. Getz from Berlin (Germany) tells us more about the use of a smart new auxiliary and his experiences with it: the Umbrella tongue, lip, and cheek retractor.

The Dual-wavelength, soft-tissue laser makes procedures faster and smoother By Dr. Irene Renieris, DDS