Zhermack Information Magazine

Disinfectant for surfaces: foam, spray or wipes

16 September 2018

The disinfection means the use of physical or chemical means to remove, neutralise or destroy pathogens present on the surface of a medical object or device.…

Different techniques for precision impressions on implants

6 September 2018

In the field of implants, taking a precision impression features differences: it is necessary to detect the anatomical details to convey this information to the technician.…

Duplication of an emergency profile using Gingifast Elastic silicone

2 September 2018

Among the various solutions for gingival reproduction, Zhermack decided to focus on addition silicones, especially owing to the long working period they provide for the dental professional.

This article provides a detailed analysis of the procedure for the correct use of Gingifast Elastic silicone…

Creating a mock-up directly from the chair

21 August 2018

Now that people are increasingly aware of everything that can and cannot be done to improve the appearance of their smile, it is up to orthodontist to manage to interpret the wishes of their patients and make them come true, from a functional and morphological perspective. This kind of patient is often…

Veneers and duplication silicones

18 August 2018

In recent years, aesthetic rehabilitation of the front sector using veneers has experienced extensive development, both in terms of materials – ceramics and composite resins and applications of adhesive technique to cementing procedures – as well as in terms of operating protocols,…

Preventing infections in a dental practice: standard protocols and key concepts

14 August 2018

In order to guarantee hygiene within a dental practice, its staff members must be accurately trained, and effective methods and instruments must be chosen to ensure high standards on this matter.…

Basic concepts of disinfection and sterilisation in dentistry

4 August 2018

In dentistry, as in any medical discipline, the risk of cross infections is always right around the corner and it is necessary to implement all the disinfection and sterilisation strategies required to minimise the possibility of infection for practice staff and for the patients themselves.…

Instructions for taking an impression

19 July 2018

While it constitutes a clinical passage which is usually quick, taking an impression in fixed and restorative adhesive prosthesis doubtless represents a very important operating phase.…