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    Planmeca Creo® C5 completes the digital dental workflow

    From fixing gadgets to fabricating dental crowns, dental technician Joonas Karilainen has worked with his hands from an early age. In Autumn 2019, the Mehiläinen Hyvinkää dental lab acquired the Planmeca Creo® C5 3D printer to allow him to concentrate on what he knows best – perfecting dental works. Dental technician Joonas Karilainen has always enjoyed working with his hands. “Ever since I was a kid, I’ve liked putting things together, constructing all kinds of gadgets and working with engines. I think that’s probably where it all started.” Since then, the engines and gadgets have

    “Planmeca listens to its customers”

    Dr Bart Vandenberghe works as an oral and maxillofacial radiologist at Advimago, an imaging clinic and training centre based in Brussels, Belgium. He is a keen believer in the benefits of digital dentistry and a longtime user of Planmeca equipment.The reason why Dr Bart Vandenberghe chose dentistry as a profession in the first place was an accident that occurred in his childhood. “I broke my teeth while skateboarding, and it was a whole mess. Back then, white fillings were quite a new thing and mine kept falling out, leaving me with a big hole on my front teeth. So finally, when I reached

    “Planmeca gives us doctors the opportunity to be the best”

    Busy clinics need devices that can withstand the heaviest workloads. Dr Tinatin Mushkudiani sees more than 2,000 patients per month at her clinic Dent Adept, where her Planmeca equipment is in constant daily use – and working like a dream. They say there is no substitute for hard work. One person who has taken this phrase to heart is Dr Tinatin Mushkudiani. She sees more than 2,000 patients per month at her clinic Dent Adept in Tbilisi, Georgia. “Every day, I work no less than 10 hours and talk to more than 40 patients,” Dr Mushkudiani says. “But it’s a pleasure for me. It gives me

    “With Planmeca, I can fully concentrate on my job as a dentist”

    Dr Thomas Rosner's initial Planmeca purchase of the Planmeca Emerald™ intraoral scanner in 2018 has been followed by a Planmeca imaging and dental unit, which have impressed Dr Rosner and his team with their effortless usability, high quality and beautiful design. Thanks to Planmeca’s unique all-in-one concept, Dr Rosner is now able to fully concentrate on what he is best at – dentistry. Dr Thomas Rosner offers general and orthodontic dentistry with an emphasis on aligner treatments in his dental clinic  in Tomils, a small village in Graubünden, Switzerland.

    Investing in technology to support a growing dental practice

    Dr Chris Navarro moved to Beeston Dental Practice in 2005 to join his father as an associate, but took over the reigns as principal of the practice just a few years later in 2009. Having been a foundation dentist trainer since 2009, Chris has a keen interest in dental implants, restorations and clinical education. I decided to refurbish Beeston Dental Practice for several reasons. Firstly, I wanted to create a grand entrance to the building and introduce more light and space in the reception. Secondly, I was keen to support the private conversion of an associate dentist and invest in new

    ”Planmeca is the complete package”

    Interest in advanced digital dental solutions is growing fast in Morocco. Three experienced dentists and practice owners from the country explain why they have chosen Planmeca for their clinics – and why Planmeca solutions are quickly becoming the standard of care in the region. It’s all about listening “It’s all about how you listen to your customers these days,” says Dr Mohamed El Had. He is an orthodontist at Casablanca Dental Clinic, which he runs together with Dr Ali El Hamid in the busy Casablanca, the largest city in Morocco. Dr El Had says they recently chose to equip their

    Planmeca finds the human connection in Morocco

    Planmeca equipment is a common feature of the modern Moroccan dental practice. Yet despite being constantly at the forefront of dental technology, the company has never lost the human touch. “I have a lot of respect for that,” says Dr. Anass Benkirane. In a modern Moroccan dental office, Planmeca devices are a common sight. Since entering the dental market in Morocco, Planmeca has rapidly grown to become a leader in the country – and a byword for excellence in dental manufacturing. But what makes the company’s products such a success in the region? “It’s the people,” says Dr. Anass

    Hollywood smiles with Planmeca devices

    Dental hygienist Heini Kauppi has been working for the Medident dental clinic, located in the centre of Helsinki, for 13 years. The clinic, specialised in aesthetic dentistry, orthodontics and dental implantology, is equipped with a vast array of Planmeca solutions, ranging from intraoral scanners and dental care units to imaging devices and software.  ”At Medident, you get to work with big and interesting cases. Creating those Hollywood smiles, that’s what we do,” says dental hygienist Heini Kauppi. ”I’m also in charge of our clinic’s dental supply selection, so my job is really

    Digital dentistry has revolutionised dental surgery

    Dr. Zach Evans is a periodontist and Assistant Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina. After starting out performing dental surgery free-hand, he switched to surgical guides and has not looked back. Dr. Evans now uses the Planmeca Romexis® 3D Implant Guide software daily and says he could not live without it. Dr. Zach Evans is a well-respected periodontist and an internationally renowned lecturer, who discovered his passion for dentistry while he was working towards his PhD in Biomedical Science. He realised that in order to become successful he needed and wanted

    Dr Omar Hamid is looking forward to the future in digital dentistry

    Dr Omar Hamid is a second-generation dentist and engineer from Austria. He focuses on all aspects of digital dentistry and CAD/CAM by combining his engineering background to the digital advances in dental medicine. Dr Hamid is thrilled about how fast digital solutions have developed in the past years and is eager to see what the future of digital dentistry holds. As a dentist with an engineering background, the shift towards digital dentistry and combining the knowledge of conventional dentistry with digital dentistry has become naturally for Dr Omar Hamid. He is especially fascinated by

    “It’s a pleasure to work with Planmeca solutions”

    A safe and modern clinic is a priority for Dr. Zoran Vlahovic, who runs a dental practice in Montenegro. To achieve this goal, he has equipped his clinic with Planmeca dental chairs and CBCT units, and involves his patients in the treatment planning using Planmeca Romexis®. Next, Dr. Vlahovic plans to expand the services of his clinic to intraoral scanning and 3D printing. Dr. Zoran Vlahovic runs a dental surgery and implantology practice, V Dental Centar, in Podgorica, Montenegro. His clinic is currently equipped with a Planmeca ProMax® 3D Classic unit and four Planmeca Chair™ dental

    Easter case report: Avoiding Easter frustrations with Planmeca Creo™ C5

    In celebration of Easter, Planmeca presents a case study with a state-of-the-art solution for potentially empty chocolate surprise eggs. Introduction Last year, our Easter case report  revealed that it might be useful to scan Easter eggs with a CBCT imaging unit to prevent unwanted Easter frustrations. This year, the study group wanted to address the problem where the Easter egg is – against all promises – empty, and decided to search for other

    3Dent dental clinic in Moscow believes in design, innovation and digital dentistry

    The 3Dent dental clinic in Moscow is thoroughly equipped with the most innovative digital technology available. From CAD/CAM to CBCT imaging, the clinic has chosen the very latest solutions Planmeca has to offer. “Our clinic strives to be completely digital, just as our name suggests,” explains CEO Alexander Nazarenko when presenting his clinic 3Dent, the International Center of Digital Aesthetic Dentistry based in Moscow. “3D technology is utilised throughout the treatment process, right from the diagnostics stage.” Before founding 3Dent some 1.5 years ago, Nazarenko, who is

    Planmeca Emerald™ S – hyper-speed intraoral scanner for a seamless digital workflow

    Planmeca is proud to introduce a new hyper-speed intraoral scanner with superior usability. Planmeca Emerald™ S is an enhanced version of the successful Planmeca Emerald™, combining hyper-speed image capture with new diagnostic capabilities. The lightning-fast and exceptionally accurate scanner offers a first-class experience for both dental professional and patient. The celebrated features of the Planmeca Emerald™ scanner, such as its compact size, autoclavable anti-fog scanning tips and plug-and-play capability, continue to be the building blocks of the new Planmeca Emerald™ S. At the

    Planmeca announces new high-performance chairside 3D printer

    Planmeca is introducing a new chairside 3D printer to its product offering. The powerful Planmeca Creo™ C5 brings fast, safe and accurate 3D printing directly to the dental clinic. Its advanced LCD technology, innovative material capsules and optimised settings make the printer an easy and reliable solution – just plug and print. Planmeca Creo™ C5 is a chairside 3D printer built for speed and precision. Designed specifically for dental professionals, the high-performance printer enables fabricating customised surgical guides, dental models and aligner bases in a single patient visit. Its

    Case report: The complete digital implant workflow

    Dr. Kirill Kostin is the co-founder of the PerfectSmile dental clinic and dental study centre in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Today, Dr. Kostin uses Planmeca’s digital dentistry solutions for even the most complicated cases. In the following case report, Dr. Kostin illustrates the digital implant workflow with a clinical case together with his colleagues Dr. M.A. Erohin, Dr. O.Yu. Ponomarev and Dr. M.V. Kozhevin. Clinical case report by Dr. K.A. Kostin, Dr. M.A. Erohin, Dr. O.Yu. Ponomarev and Dr. M.V. Kozhevin Planmeca is known for high-tech innovations and continuous product

    Planmeca, the Pankey Institute Collaborate on Major Renovations to Educational Spaces

    Part of being a leader and innovator is working to help improve the field in which you work. When the Pankey Institute, a leader in dental education and research, was seeking to update and renovate their facility, improve learning, diagnosis, streamline work process and advance the visitor experience they researched many companies. After many visits, consults and “fit” discussions, the Pankey Institute selected Planmeca as their imaging system and CAD/CAM equipment partner. In this role, Planmeca’s imaging and restorative solutions will be front and center of all training programs. In

    New smaller scanning tip for Planmeca Emerald™

    Planmeca is introducing a new scanning tip for the Planmeca Emerald™ intraoral scanner. The new SlimLine tip is thinner than the standard tip and ideal for patients with smaller mouths. It makes reaching posterior teeth and capturing interproximal areas easier. Planmeca Emerald represents the highest level of intraoral scanning available in the world today. The fast, lightweight, and accurate scanner has been designed with premium usability in mind. The smaller scanning tip for Planmeca Emerald is available for orders now.

    Better care through software

    As the world has shifted to a more software-centred approach, dentistry has followed suit – leading to expanded possibilities, increased efficiency and improved levels of care. From televisions to mobile phones and even cars, software has disrupted several industries, as its role has become significantly more important. Dentistry is no different. With high-tech hardware as a solid foundation to build on, pioneering dental companies have turned to software in an effort to elevate usability to new levels and to make sure users receive extended returns on their investments. The entire

    Opening the door

    Each day dental professionals are challenged to deliver dental care as efficiently and safely as possible while trying to achieve the esthetic results their patients are seeking. On the case No matter which digital trade journal or dental website you frequent you'll find a case study or article presenting the latest in digital dentistry. Our industry is tech-driven and continually pushing for advances that improve dental procedures, streamline workflow and improve patient safety. Digital media inundates us with content highlighting the processes in complex restoration cases. Mixed-in

    Planmeca orthodontics – choose the right tools for you

    Going digital with Planmeca will provide you with unmatched freedom and flexibility throughout the orthodontic workflow. After collecting the needed imaging data, you can either order the needed appliances from an orthodontic solution provider or continue treatment planning in-house with the appropriate software. The choice is yours – our workflow is completely open! We at Planmeca like to be at the forefront of new technologies. However, we also understand that many still prefer to work with more traditional tools and methods. To make sure we serve all our users in the best possible way,

    Planmeca Emerald™ intraoral scanner now accepted by orthocaps®

    Planmeca is pleased to announce that the Planmeca Emerald™ intraoral scanner can now be used for producing orthocaps® aligners. Ortho Caps GmBH manufactures and markets transparent orthocaps® aligners for teenagers and adults. These are individually adjusted, clear plastic trays that exert gentle pressure on the teeth that need to be straightened. Now, Planmeca Emerald™ users can produce orthocaps® aligners through a completely digital process, which saves time and improves patient satisfaction. After scanning the upper and lower arches as well as the bite of the patient, the scans

    Planmeca Emerald™ intraoral scanner can now be used to produce Panthera Sleep Mandibular Advancement Devices

    Planmeca is pleased to announce that it is now possible to use the new Planmeca Emerald™ intraoral scanner to produce Panthera Sleep’s Mandibular Advancement Devices (MAD). Panthera Sleep designs, develops, manufactures and markets high-end Mandibular Advancement Devices (MAD) for the treatment of snoring and/or obstructive sleep apnea.The Planmeca Emerald™ intraoral scanner can now be smoothly integrated into sleep practices’ workflows. After scanning the upper and lower arches, first alone and then in occlusion, dentists can instantly export the scans to Panthera Sleep. “We are

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