Ivodent’s Pretoria-based sales rep Estelle Oberholzer told IVOblog that she enjoys selling Intensiv FG burs to her clients as the “quality is so good” and because she can confidently tell them that “they last longer than other burs on the market, due to their high-quality diamond coating.” Ivodent is a local supplier of a selected […]

Plastic pollution is a growing concern. With statistics showing there could be more plastic in the ocean than fish by 2050, it’s encouraging to know that many people are seeking more natural product options. Introducing Kindbrush – a quality, environmentally-friendly oral care range of toothbrushes and floss – purposefully designed by South African oral hygienist, […]

What percentage of your patients floss regularly and correctly? If it’s less than a third, you are not alone - interproximal care is something people tend to leave off their ‘to-do’ lists. This September, National Oral Health Month, we’ve teamed up with Sunstar GUM to provide you with superior tools and user-friendly information to help […]

Whether using composite or porcelain, veneer artistry is critical to the form and function of a patient’s bite. While articulating paper can only show the location of bite contact, T-Scan allows dentists to see timing and levels of force across their dentition, helping them reduce fracture potential. In this case study, authored by Dr. Robert […]

How long have you been doing what you’re doing? I have been in the industry since 1999, had a laboratory in Johannesburg and did a stint in the USA for four years as well, before settling in Hermanus. My focus on anterior work introduced me to the essence of intra oral and lab-side photography. You […]

“Gosh where do I start? I am having so much fun. It’s really awesome! I have been in the trade for so many years and always have fun, but this is the best fun I’ve had with lab work! It offers so many exciting new techniques for new materials.  It’s also such a time saver, […]