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06 / 2013 - Edition 2

Welcome to the 2nd edition of ZEISS Dentaletter.

The moment medical technology leads to something very human: patients smile again. This is the moment we work for.

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Dr. David J. Barnard Specialist Endodontist

Introduction from the ZEISS Dental Team We trust you found the first edition informative and useful. In this edition, we are excited to introduce to you three new and exciting features just released for the ZEISS OPMI® pico Dental Microscope. Two most important attributes of a dental microscope are vision and ergonomics and we feel our new innovations address these topics superbly. We also would like to thank all those dentists who visited our booth at the recent Australian Dental Congress in Melbourne to discuss microscopy and enter our competition. It was great to see so much interest in microscopy. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any comments or suggestions or if we can assist with technical issues. We are endeavouring to bring more relevant information to the dental market to assist you in your everyday work and welcome your thoughts. Happy reading!

OPMI Illumination - Testimonials from the expert

“The high quality illumination and magnification provided by an operating microscope enables a clear and detailed visualisation of the working field when performing endodontic treatment.

This enhanced visualisation has directly resulted in significant improvements to all stages of treatment. This includes the creation of a more conservative access cavity, an improved ability to locate calcified canals to the placement of a root filling.”

“This enhanced visualisation has directly resulted in

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OPMI pico Product Updates

LED Illumination

More to exploreZEISS is excited to announce the introduction of LED Illumination for the OPMI pico. ZEISS LED Illumination provides consistently distributed, high intensity, true-to-colour light strongly resembling natural daylight allowing visualisation of fine structures. Rated at 85,000 Lux it is a very cost-effective lighting source and virtually maintenance-free with long service life. The heat output of LED Illumination is very low and requires little ventilation for cooling. As a result noise levels are also reduced.

LED is able to be retro fitted to all ZEISS OPMI pico microscopes.

Halogen - Standard illumination

For better ergonomicsThe Focus Knob of the Varioskop allows the user to variably adjust the focal length between 190mm and 310mm. This flexible objective lens allows full concentration on the area of interest while maintaining a comfortable, ergonomic working position. The large field of view allows a better overview of the entire oral cavity and improved orientation in both vertical and horizontal axes.

LED - Whiter & brighter light Xenon - Best performance illumination, brightest light available

Varioskop

For better integrationOPMI pico’s fully integrated video camera conveniently documents procedures in high-definition image quality, for co-observation, patient consultations and conference presentations.

Depending on specific needs ZEISS now has three different integrated HD Video Systems for the OPMI pico:• 720p image quality• 1080p full HD resolution and live video streaming via Ethernet• 1080p full HD for documentation and live video streaming as well as USB device recording possibilities

Full HD Integrated Video Camera for OPMI pico

Patient communication Conference presentation

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Focus in the vertical axis

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Sydney Dental Hospital Loupe Day

35th Australian Dental CongressZEISS was delighted to attend the 35th Australian Dental Congress in Melbourne on 3rd - 7th April 2013. This event was attended by four of our staff which were kept very busy on the stand. Our loupe display and microscopes had lots of interest and thank you to all who came to say hello and visited the stand.

Congratulations to Dr. Gerard Parkinson from Rockingham Dental Centre who won the draw to get an exclusive bottle of wine by answering the three new features on ZEISS OPMI pico!

Thank you to all who were patient in waiting to demo our loupes. If you did not have a chance to purchase during the conference and would still like to, please kindly contact Erin Jones on

02 9020 1306.

We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming tradeshows!

Student Loupe EventsStephen Medcalf (Dental Optics Specalist) and Erin Jones (Dental Sales Support Administrator) recently attended Student Loupe events at both Charles Sturt University in Orange and the Sydney Dental Hospital. The students were eager to try out all the loupe options and even though piled up with plenty of information they knew how to ask the important questions about optical quality, service, comfort, etc. ZEISS values the opportunity to meet with these dental students and realise the expectations are high to provide a suitable package which will see them into many good years of service.

Dental EventsStudent Loupe Event and Australian Dental Congress

ZEISS Booth at the Australian Dental Congress ZEISS Loupes at the Australian Dental Congress

From left to right: Erin Jones, Dr. Gerard Parkinson, Stephen Medcalf and Wolfgang Buss

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Date: Friday, 7th June 2013

Time: 8:00am - 5.30pm (Registration from 7:30am)

Venue: Australian Dental Association,

71 - 73 Lithgow Street, St Leonards, NSW, Australia

Coordinators: Dr. Steve Cohn and Ms. Abby Green

Cost: $945

Participant Limit: 16

CPD Hours: 6

Course No: 127413

Format: Lectures & Hands-on workshops and demonstrations of all major brands of microscopes

Training Course - AUThe Microscope in Everyday Dentistry: Getting a closer view

Presenters:

• Steven Cohn, BA, DDS, Cert Endo, DABE, FADI, FICD, FPFA• Jennifer DAY, BDS• Barbara Faulkner, BA (Hons)• Alan Nerwich, BDS (Hons), MDSc, MRACDS (Endo), FICD• Rick Spencer, BDS (Hons) Syd

The topics to be covered include:

• The microscope: what features to look for• Adjusting and focusing the microscope• Dentist, assistant and patient positioning for optimum results and improved posture• Pit and fissure restorations• Endodontic access cavities, canal location and instrumentation• Veneer preparation• Cavity preparation• Crown preparation• Periodontal procedures• Documentation and record keeping

Registration:

Click here to register online or you can download the registration form and post or fax your registration. You can also contact Sydney University Continuing Education office to register over the phone on 02 9351 8348.

Overview

This course will emphasise your use of the microscope in every day clinical situations by the means of “hands on” exercises on extracted teeth and tooth models. A team approach utilising a chair side assistant will be emphasised, including training in four-handed dentistry specific to a microscope enhanced general practice. Each participant will have the opportunity to try different brands of microscopes to compare their features.

Those who use loupes should bring them to the course. Loupes should be considered the first stage of magnification. If you do not have loupes an obligation free trial can be arranged in your surgery before this course starts. Please contact Continuing Education for more information. All reference material will be supplied. Your presenters include both specialist endodontists and general practitioners, all with extensive microscope experience who look forward to sharing their knowledge with you.

Intent to Attend

This course is intended as an introduction to the microscope for dentists with no or limited experience in microscopic dentistry or those dentists who have a microscope but are experiencing problems with its use.

ZEISS Dental Academy

We invite you to dive into the world of magnification. For this, the ZEISS Dental Academy offers an excellent international training program with top-class speakers at exceptional locations. We provide courses with different thematic priorities, all focused on hands-on exercises for your everyday practical work. Therefore, you will find a fully equipped workplace at your disposal. Visit our courses to experience for yourself the fascination of the surgical microscope in dentistry. Click here or download our Microdentistry Training Program 2012-13 for more details.

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Tips and TricksCoaxial Illumination: The Secret of Superior Visualisation

The light coming from the light guide on the rear side of the microscope (Halogen, LED or Xenon) is reflected by an internal mirror through the lens onto the treatment area. The coaxial light provides shadow free illumination and illuminates cavities and root canals. The coaxial light of OPMI PROergo and OPMI pico in combination with MORA interface provides a shadow free light for homogenous illumination even in cavities or root canals. With coaxial light fine details are visible (1). Room light (2) or oblique light (3) produce shadows. Root canals or fractures in shadowy areas might be missed.

DENTALETTER is published by the Dental Team of ZEISS Australasia.

Carl Zeiss Pty LtdPh: +61 2 9020 1333Fax: +61 2 9020 1330 Email: dental.au@zeiss.com www.zeiss.com.au/dental Kindly email us to subscribe.

(1) Coaxial Light (2) Room Light (3) Oblique Light

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