Dental hygienists play a critical role in patient care and are an integral part of the dental industry. At the Las Vegas meeting, Dentsply Sirona will offer a hygiene-specific education track that takes a holistic approach to the day-to-day needs of the dental hygiene profession, covering body, mind, practice and patient.
New products for an efficient workflow
Within the track, participants will also learn about recent innovations from Dentsply Sirona extensive product portfolio for optimal dental hygiene care. “Dentsply Sirona is in a unique position to touch every step of the patient’s journey through the dental practice, starting with the hygiene operatory. From digital imaging and impressioning, through scaling and polishing, to treatments and infection prevention, our products are designed to work together to offer simplified treatment paths that are comfortable for both patient and clinician,” said Allison Zora, Marketing Communications Manager, Dental Hygiene at Dentsply Sirona.
The latest dental hygiene innovation from Dentsply Sirona is the PurevacÒ HVE System. The system enables a one-handed approach to evacuating aerosols and debris while facilitating retraction, visibility and illumination during the ultrasonic scaling procedure. When used in conjunction with the CavitronÒ 300 Series, the pair create a better, safer and faster scaling experience for both clinician and patient.
Expert tips on occupational health and career building blocks
At Dentsply Sirona World, renowned dentists and dental hygienists will provide an overview of industry relevant topics and trends. The “Body” section focuses on personal health, with tips on infection prevention, ergonomics, stress management and burnout prevention. Professional development will be the focus of individual lectures in the “Mind” section, where attendees will hear from experts on how to escape career burnout and the role of diversity in leadership. The “Practice” section is dedicated to opportunities for practice growth – with modern technologies such as laser applications in dental hygiene or improved patient communication. In the “Patient” section, periodontist Dr. Mia Geisinger and dental hygienist Katrina Sanders will present information on the diagnosis and classification of periodontal diseases as well as approaches for facilitating patient discussions.
Event highlight of the dental industry
With Dentsply Sirona World, Dentsply Sirona has a unique event format for dental professionals, with events taking place across the globe. As the ultimate industry event, the event brings together dentists, dental hygienists and industry experts to network, learn about cutting-edge technologies, participate in various lectures and enjoy world-class entertainment. “DS World inspires participants who want to develop their practice and career. At the same time, the event provides a platform for those who want to actively shape the ever-changing landscape of dentistry,” said Joe Goldstone, Director of Marketing, Dental Hygiene at Dentsply Sirona.
About Dentsply Sirona
Dentsply Sirona is the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, with over a century of innovation and service to the dental industry and patients worldwide. Dentsply Sirona develops, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive solutions offering including dental and oral health products as well as other consumable medical devices under a strong portfolio of world class brands.
Dentsply Sirona’s products provide innovative, high-quality and effective solutions to advance patient care and deliver better and safer dental care.
Dentsply Sirona’s headquarter is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company’s shares are listed in the United States on NASDAQ under the symbol XRAY.
Visit www.dentsplysirona.com for more information about Dentsply Sirona and its products.
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