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DM Dental chooses Planmeca for optimal daily workflows

DM Dental in Dongguan, China, opened in 2020 with the goal to employ optimised and efficient digital workflows from the very beginning. With Planmeca solutions, the clinic has been able to streamline both digital workflows as well as daily internal and external infection control routines in order to guarantee safe treatment conditions for the clinic staff and patients from day one – even amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. DM Dental is a dental clinic located in Dongguan, Guangdong province in China. Founded in 2020 by Dr Xianghua Cheng, the clinic offers high-end dental services for

Six reasons clinicians choose Planmeca

Planmeca is one of the largest dental equipment manufactures in the world and a leader in digital dentistry. Here are some of the key reasons clinicians around the world have chosen our products to improve their daily workflows and offer the best possible care to their patients. 1. Everything you need – in one software We offer all the equipment needed at a modern digital dental clinic – from dental units to imaging devices and CAD/CAM solutions. The comprehensive Planmeca Romexis® software ties it all together and allows you to capture, view and process all types of

Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Dentistry embraces all-digital era

Dental schools and universities all over the world are training promising students for a lasting career in dentistry. In Richmond, Virginia, U.S., this mission is carried out by Virginia Commonwealth University, where its School of Dentistry is preparing the next generation of dentists for a digital future. It’s all smiles at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry, where the school’s Director of Digital Dentistry, Dr Sompop Bencharit (pictured centre), has transformed the university’s dental manufacturing with cutting-edge CAD/CAM technology from Planmeca.

Offering same-day dentistry convenience with all-in-one workflows

Dr Laura Justice from Kentucky, USA, has been practising dentistry for about 31 years. She chose Planmeca’s complete CAD/CAM solution to be able to provide her patients with the convenience of same-day dentistry – and has not regretted the decision. Although she is particular about how the restorations look, she rarely needs to make any adjustments to the restorations her team fabricates in-house using Planmeca CAD/CAM equipment and software. Dr Laura Justice from Lexington, Kentucky, USA, runs six dental practices together with two partners, but mainly treats patients in the

Finding balance with Planmeca Viso™ G7

Dr. Maria-Isabel Atique is leveraging 3D imaging to level-up her orthodontic practice. For Dr. Maria-Isabel Atique, achieving work-life balance is important, which is why a career as an orthodontist appealed to her. The Venezuela native learned from her parents’ example. Her mother practiced orthodontics for more than 40 years while balancing motherhood, and her father was a cardiologist. “Doing what we love makes a big difference in our lives and the lives of others who surround us,” said Dr. Atique. “My parents taught me by example to love helping other people.” After

Dr Omar Hamid awarded IMTJ International Dental Clinic of the Year 2020

We are pleased to hear that Dr Omar Hamid has been honoured at this year’s IMTJ Medical Travel Awards. Dr Hamid and his clinical team in Vienna received the award for International Dental Clinic of the Year 2020. Dr Omar Hamid is a second-generation dentist and engineer from Austria. He focuses on all aspects of digital dentistry by combining his engineering background with his knowledge of dentistry and digital dental technology. Today, he runs two clinics in Vienna and speaks internationally on digital dentistry-related topics. He is also currently President of the Austrian

Finland’s largest dental care chain relies on Planmeca Romexis® dental imaging solution

Easy image handling and storage is essential to a smooth workflow at the dental office. However, for larger multi-site clinic chains, it’s not always that simple. Systems vary, data is stored on multiple servers and different software solutions just won’t talk to each other. So how can clinic chains be sure that their patient images are accessible both reliably and in real time – at every single clinic? In October 2019, Oral Hammaslääkärit were asking themselves the same question. Oral is the largest private dental care chain in Finland, with close to 70 clinics all across the

High-quality dental treatments with CAD/CAM technology

Janne Ruokola, Planmeca’s Sales Manager for CAD/CAM products, has been working with CAD/CAM technology for more than ten years. Over the years, he has seen first-hand how dental professionals can benefit from going digital. He believes digital workflows will become the new standard all over the world and recommends making the digital transition step by step with Planmeca’s complete solution. You have years of experience with different dental CAD/CAM systems. How did you originally come to work with computer-assisted design and manufacturing technology? I have a degree in

Planmeca Digital Dentistry World Tour 2020 goes virtual

The highly popular Planmeca Digital Dentistry World Tour will bring Planmeca’s trailblazing digital dentistry solutions directly to dental professionals again in 2020. Kickstarting in November, the world tour will feature captivating and informative virtual shows in several languages and across multiple regions. Planmeca is excited to introduce a series of inspiring virtual events with hands-on demonstrations by international key opinion leaders tailored to audiences in Europe, Latin America, North America and Asia. All tour shows will be streamed online to offer dental

“I am happy to have made a mark in the dental field”

After more than 40 years in the industry, it may come as a surprise to hear that dentistry was not Dr Mauli Pharande’s first choice. Since entering the dental profession, however, he has always made a point of offering the highest quality care to his patients. “Our customers trust us to offer the best.” Dr Mauli Pharande with one of his Planmeca Compact™ i Classic dental units. For some, dentistry is just a profession. For others, it’s a calling. For Dr Mauli Pharande, it runs in the family. Dr Pharande is the Managing Director and founder of the Dr. Pharande Dental Hospital in

Completing treatment workflows in-house with Planmeca solutions

Heikki Haikala has been working as a general practitioner for over 30 years. As one of the pioneers in incorporating CAD/CAM solutions into the dental practice in Finland, he has experienced firsthand how prosthetic dentistry has changed over the years. Today, Haikala’s clinic completes most parts of treatment workflows chairside with cutting-edge Planmeca technology. In Kukontorin Hammaslääkärit dental clinic, Heikki Haikala works alongside four other general dentists, one maxillofacial surgeon and other dental staff. The clinic is fully equipped with Planmeca devices, which

Dental anxiety is essentially fear of losing control

Going to the dentist is a source of stress and anxiety for many people all around the world. However, dental anxiety is not always caused by a bad experience at the dentist’s office. So how should you approach a fearful patient? According to Professor Satu Lahti from the University of Turku, it all starts with measuring the patient’s anxiety. According to Professor Satu Lahti from the University of Turku, there are just as many factors that contribute to dental anxiety as there are ways to manage it. Satu Lahti could have been a lawyer. Or an architect. When she applied to the

Planmeca Cleanic™ 500 purifies indoor air in dental clinics silently yet efficiently

Air purifiers are designed to filter out different indoor air pollutants, such as viruses, bacteria and other fine particles. Their use is highly recommended in dental clinics in order to ensure safer breathing air for both the dental team and the patients. According to a recent study*, air filtration could significantly reduce the risk of COVID-19 spread during dental visits. Large amounts of microbial aerosols are regularly generated during dental treatments, which means that air purifiers can offer several benefits to dental clinics. Furthermore, safe distances are impossible

Showcasing what is currently possible in dentistry

Zahngesundheit Frechen is one of the largest dental clinics in the greater Cologne area in Germany, where the clinic specialises in orthodontics, implantology, aesthetic dentistry and dental prophylaxis. To offer their patients the best possible dental care, the clinic owners and their team have high requirements for the dental technology they use. One of the owners, Maximilian von Kleinsorgen, reveals why the owner trio decided to invest in Planmeca as they were expanding their clinic. With more than 50 employees, Zahngesundheit Frechen is one of the largest dental clinics in the

Case report: Guided implant surgery with Planmeca all-in-one solution

Last spring, Dr Seppo Lindroos was approached by a young female patient with several congenitally missing teeth and a weakened bite. To prevent further issues the missing teeth might cause for the patient, Lindroos decided to perform guided implant surgery at his Medident Dental Clinic in Finland. The following case report illustrates how seamlessly Planmeca solutions can be used for each step of the treatment and treatment planning.Dr Seppo Lindroos is a specialist in aesthetic dentistry and implantology. Last spring, he was contacted by a patient who was having issues with her bite due to

Adapting to the new normal

As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, dental industry has been forced to adapt to the “new normal” and invent new platforms for communication and collaboration. However, traditional trade fairs and exhibitions are still an important platform for dental professionals to get their hands on latest dental technology. In China, the local Planmeca team participated in the first major dental event after the outbreak of the coronavirus last week. A few countries currently less affected by the Covid-19 pandemic have gradually been able to return to business as usual. In China, for example,

Fully prepared for the future with new technology and continuous learning

Seppo Lindroos, the founder of Medident Dental Clinic, has seen dentistry evolving quickly over the years. As a technology-enthusiast, he has been eager to develop his competences and learn how to benefit from the latest technology development and incorporate new solutions into his daily workflows. As a latest example, Planmeca’s new intelligent operating lamp with integrated 4K cameras, Planmeca Solanna™ Vision, has quickly become an integrated part of his clinic’s daily work.Seppo Lindroos is an experienced dentist and the founder of Medident dental clinic, located in Helsinki city centre

Planmeca decreases patient doses for 3D images of the head – algorithms provide more detailed imaging and diagnostics

Planmeca has developed smart technologies that help decrease the amount of radiation required to produce medical images without compromising the diagnostic quality of the images. The algorithms developed for 3D imaging help produce more detailed images and diagnostics than ever before.Low-dose imaging is beneficial for any patient, but it is particularly significant for children, as a child’s body has comparably more radiation-sensitive red bone marrow than the body of an adult. When new scientific studies on the subject were published around a decade ago, Planmeca began to develop its

Safety in intraoral and extraoral imaging during the pandemic

Intraoral and extraoral imaging both have specific benefits and disadvantages that should be considered in times of the COVID-19 pandemic. The safest and most suitable imaging option often depends on the individual situation of a clinic.Reducing droplets with extraoral imaging The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way dental clinics operate in many parts of the world. For the time being, all procedures need to be carefully rethought and reorganised to ensure maximal patient and staff safety, especially in areas where the virus is still known to spread. While international dental

Paving the way for digital dentistry in Portugal

Dr Helena Beatriz Santos runs her dental practice in the small town of Setúbal, near Lisbon, Portugal. Having started small, her business has grown through the years, and today Dr Santos has clinics in two different locations. She has been using Planmeca equipment for over a year now and has been especially excited about the new technology and achieving a smooth workflow.Dr Helena Beatriz Santos has worked as a dentist for over 33 years. She first studied general medicine but switched to dentistry after three years. “Dentistry represented the possibility of specialising in a particular area

Planmeca Romexis® 6.0 Golden A’ Design Award winner

Planmeca Romexis® 6.0 software has been granted the Golden A' Design Award in Interface and Interaction Design Category by the International Design Academy.A' Design Award and Competition is the world's largest design competition awarding best designs, design concepts as well as products and services – both concept stage and realised works. It is open to entries of products and projects including experience designs, human interface guidelines, interaction designs, graphical user interfaces and user interfaces for machines and software. In this year’s competition, the recently released

Update your Planmeca dental unit to enhance infection control

The current pandemic has brought infection control to the forefront, and it is especially important that safe practices are adhered to at all times. Now probably more than ever, patients pay special attention to the cleanliness of supplies and equipment, so a clean-looking treatment environment is also a crucial part of good customer service and a key factor in attracting customers. We have compiled some suggestions to help your clinic improve dental unit infection control and build patient trust – without having to invest in a new dental unit.Build patient trust by enhancing your Planmeca

Simplifying the complex with Planmeca’s implant workflow

Dr Samuel Dumortier believes that guided implant surgery has brought both predictability and precision to surgical dental procedures and empowered him to treat complex cases with confidence. As a longtime Planmeca customer, he relies almost exclusively on the Planmeca Romexis® software for digital implant planning and guide design.The clinic of Drs Samuel Dumortier and Gabriel Fabin, located in the French city of Caen in Normandy, specialises in dental surgery, implantology, and periodontics. From implant planning to guide production, the doctors believe in the benefits of Planmeca’s

Introducing Planmeca Romexis® 6.0 – the new version of the world-leading software

The entirely redesigned version of Planmeca’s groundbreaking all-in-one software, Planmeca Romexis®, is now available for purchase. The new version of the software introduces an enhanced user interface with superior usability as well as a wide selection of new tools and features.The Planmeca Romexis® 6.0 software platform supports the most versatile range of imaging modalities from 2D and 3D to CAD/CAM. The single software provides an all-in-one solution for all specialities and for clinics of all sizes. Version 6.0 features a modern look and feel that highlights usability. The easy

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