Dental Asia May/June 2020

Dental Updates
The show must go on
range of topics, such as “The art and science
of dental laboratory photography” by Dr.
Miles Cone and “Digital dentures your way
– multiple options, premium results” by CDT
Thomas Gienger.
Other discussions include “Smile design
your result – Uncertainty? A thing of the
past” by CDT Alex Wünsche, “Prime time
machine Ceramill Matik – faster full range
lab production” by Stefany Dobrucki Bueno,
as well as “From the preparation to the final
restoration” by MDT Benni Votteler and Dr.
Michael Fischer.
As the coronavirus brings all trade fairs and
congresses worldwide to a standstill, Amann
Girrbach has set up a virtual exhibition stand
with many extras for visitors. The event will
be helmed by international specialists and
trainers from Amann Girrbach, and can be
visited in mid-May.
A highlight at the stand will be webinars
and online training courses covering a wide
Novelties and the most important products
of Amann Girrbach will also be on display at
the electronic exhibition stand. The focus
is on the entire integrated process chain
from articulation, via CAD/CAM with the
new Ceramill Matik, through to the material
portfolio. ■
Planmeca Solanna Vision operating light wins Red Dot Award: Product Design 2020
The intelligent Planmeca Solanna Vision
dental operating light with integrated 4K
cameras and microphones has convinced
the jury of the renowned Red Dot design
competition, which this year received
more than 6,500 product entries from
manufacturers all over the world.
The operating light can be used for taking
still images of the patient’s teeth or for
recording dental procedures, among other
things. The light opens up new possibilities
for patient communication, consultation,
documentation and dental education. Built
on an evolving platform, Planmeca Solanna
Vision will allow dental professionals to
enjoy ground-breaking new features with
software upgrades in the future as well.
“The operating light is an important working
tool for the dentist, since a big part of
dental work is based on visual perception,”
explained Planmeca’s senior industrial
designer, Timo Silvonen. “Taking photos of
the patient’s teeth is also an everyday task
at a dental clinic. We decided to combine the
patient light and camera into one product,
which makes the clinical workflow much
smoother. Receiving the Red Dot is a great
recognition and really
confirms that our focus
on innovative design that
improves the everyday life
of dental professionals is
the right approach.” ■
The Planmeca Solanna Vision
operating light with integrated
4K cameras has been awarded
a Red Dot in this year’s Red
Dot Award: Product Design
competition
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DENTAL ASIA MAY / JUNE 2020