Zhermack Information Magazine

Clean and sterile preparation of the surgical field

1 June 2026

The management of asepsis is one of the cornerstones of dental-patient safety, especially in oral and implant surgery. The oral cavity hosts an extremely rich and complex microbiota, second only to the gut microbiota, with over 700 bacterial species and numerous microorganisms, including fungi,…

Soft tissue reproduction in prostheses on natural teeth

1 June 2026

The aesthetics and health of the periodontal tissues of the teeth are determined by the condition of the gingival margins, their symmetry in the anterior region, and the restorations on the adjacent teeth. (1,2)

When the margins of the prosthetic restorations are positioned subgingivally and the…

The purpose of a dental bite: types and uses

16 February 2026

The term “bite” in dentistry creates a lot of confusion and is often not used correctly, especially among patients. There are a multitude of devices that fall under the definition of dental bite, each with specific characteristics, indications and functions.

The confusion arises from…

What to do if you prick yourself with a needle or sharp object

15 December 2025

Accidental injuries from needles or sharp objects are one of the main occupational hazards for dental staff (1). Frequent use of needles, sharp instruments and direct contact with blood or contaminated saliva during dental procedures expose staff to the risk of transmission of pathogens, particularly…

The limitations of orthodontics with dental aligners

15 December 2025

Clear aligner therapy has quickly gained popularity because of the improved aesthetics and comfort it offers compared to fixed braces. These characteristics have led a large number of adult patients to undertake orthodontic treatment.

When approaching the adult patient orthodontically, prosthetic-surgical…

Alginate substitutes: advantages in use

13 October 2025

For decades, alginate has been one of the most widely used impression materials in dental practice for study impressions, impressions of opposing arches, impressions for working models in the case of bites, gnathological and orthodontic devices or even for preliminary models in total and partial…