Ivodent

08/06/2026

Streamline your finishing process without sacrificing that mirror-like shine. 💎

Elevate your CAD/CAM efficiency with Ivoclar OptraGloss® Extra Oral - the ultimate system for high-gloss perfection.

Why integrate OptraGloss into your workflow?

✨ Universal 2-Step System: A simplified extraoral polishing sequence engineered for speed and precision.

✨ Optimised for CAD/CAM: Achieves an exceptional, predictable high-gloss finish on premium materials, including IPS e.max CAD, IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime, IPS Empress CAD, Tetric CAD and Telio CAD.

✨ Maximum Efficiency: Designed to cut down processing time, allowing you to deliver beautiful aesthetics faster.

Ready to optimise your final polish? Contact your local Ivodent rep or WhatsApp us on WhatsApp (+27) 066 121 0247.

05/06/2026

Six centuries of Italian steel craftsmanship, engineered for your hands.

Medesy combines the legacy of Maniago craftsmanship with modern precision to deliver premium, ISO-certified dental instruments trusted in over 100 countries. Ergonomically designed for absolute control, every instrument features a lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects.

The extensive portfolio spans six core categories: Surgical, Diagnostic, Periodontal, Restorative, Implantology, and Accessories - alongside their innovative DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coated range, built for maximum hardness and zero glare.

Over the next six months, we’re breaking down each category to show you exactly how Medesy can elevate your everyday setups.

Discover precision anatomy. Download the full Medesy catalogue here 👉 https://www.ivodentonline.co.za/dentist/medesy-instruments/

03/06/2026

When your patients ask for your "best" recommendation, what do you tell them? 🏆

The results are in, and the Oclean X Ultra has officially taken the title of Best Electric Toothbrush in the Men’s Health Grooming Awards for the 2nd year running! While the accolades are impressive, the real value for your practice lies in the clinical engineering under the hood.

What sets the Oclean X Ultra apart from traditional oscillating-rotating (round head) systems is the synergy of its high-speed Maglev motor and precision sonic movements. Designed with tapered bristles, it ensures reduced pressure on gums and is ideal for reaching between teeth.

By stocking the Oclean X Ultra, you aren't just offering a gadget; you’re providing a professional-grade tool that protects the restorative and preventative work you do in the chair!

Contact your Ivodent rep, (WhatsApp us on +27 66 121 0247) or explore the Oclean range online: https://www.ivodentonline.co.za/dentist/oclean/

03/06/2026

01/06/2026

Only 4 seats left! ⏰

Join us for an immersive, fully practical hands-on experience with Dr Jean van Lierop , focused entirely on simplifying your Class II workflow and achieving consistent, high-end results.

In this masterclass, you will gain direct, tactile experience using a premium selection of industry-leading systems and materials:

Garrison: Sectional matrix systems for perfect anatomy and consistently tight contacts.
Tetric-N: Coordinated composite line for superior adaptation and efficiency.
LM Instruments: High-precision restorative instruments for effortless sculpting.
Ivoclar Bluephase: High-performance curing lights for reliable, rapid polymerisation.

🗓️ Cape Town: Saturday 13 June at the Ivodent Ivoclar Training Academy 3rd Floor Fairland House, 364b Victoria Road, Observatory.

9am to 1.30pm
x4 CPDs applied for

R1 500.00 incl VAT

Book now:
https://ivodentecademy.co.za/product/predictable-posterior-composites-mastering-contacts-with-sectional-matrix-systems/

26/05/2026

Does the sound of the drill make your patients (especially the little ones) feel uncomfortable and anxious?

Changing that experience starts with the chemistry you use at the chairside. BRIX3000® is a papain-based enzymatic gel that fundamentally shifts the way you approach caries removal. By selectively softening only the infected tissue while leaving healthy dentin completely untouched, it allows for a precise, "no-drill" restoration.

Whether you’re treating a nervous child or a patient with dental phobia, BRIX3000®. allows you to provide high-quality care in a calm, controlled environment.

Ready to simplify your restorations?
Get the treatment here 👉 https://www.ivodentonline.co.za/dentist/restorative-materials/bri731-brix-3000-3ml

25/05/2026

The Salli Saddle Chair is designed to take the guesswork out of ergonomics. As Chiropractor, Theonette Joubert says: "It immediately puts you in that posture and you can focus on your work."

The Salli chair encourages a natural spinal curve, opens up your breathing and improves circulation. Instead of fighting against a flat stool, you gain a stable, active base that allows you to give your patients 100% of your attention without the distraction of back strain.

Ready to stop adjusting your stool and start focusing on your craft?
Contact your Ivodent rep, (WhatsApp us on +27 66 121 0247) or explore the Salli range here 👉 https://www.ivodentonline.co.za/dentist/equipment/salli-chairs/

22/05/2026

Did you know that composite materials can shrink by up to 2-3% during polymerization?

While this may seem minimal, it can generate stress at the tooth–restoration interface - potentially leading to marginal gaps, microleakage, postoperative sensitivity and , in the case of large fillings, even tooth fracture.

This highlights the importance of proper layering techniques, controlled light curing, and material selection.

Because long-term success starts at the moment of placement. 💙

20/05/2026

How much time could you save without compromising on clinical quality?

In this video, David Grössbauer, Product Manager at Ivoclar, explains why the Tetric N2-Line is the ultimate solution for a high-efficiency restorative workflow. Designed to streamline your daily routine, this line offers up to 51% time savings when used alongside complementary Ivoclar products.

While these materials offer reliable light-curing in as little as 5 seconds, they also deliver lifelike aesthetics in both the anterior and posterior regions and high radiopacity for clear visibility on X-rays.

Whether you are adapting 4-mm layers in the posterior or crafting a natural-looking anterior restoration, the Tetric N2-Line combines proven quality with state-of-the-art technology to keep your practice moving forward with confidence.

Ready to maximise your chairside efficiency?
👉 https://www.ivodentonline.co.za/dentist/restorative-materials/tetric_n_powerfill_2-tetric-n-powerfill-2

19/05/2026

South Africa has officially been recognised on the global stage! 🌍

Following a week of education, clinical training and live demonstrations around the Africa Dental Symposium (ADS) 2026 in March, the momentum behind Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) in South Africa has been featured in the EMS Global monthly AII News report - highlighting the country as part of a growing international movement in preventive dentistry.

The message is clear:
GBT is not just a technology, it’s a shift towards a more comfortable, efficient and preventive approach to patient care.

Read the full EMS Global report right here 👉 https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:EU:42f918a6-70f9-413d-ac19-0a7ddcb57f2f