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Fridus van der Weijden

The Power of Ultrasonics

1st Edition 2007
Book
Softcover, 87 pages, 66 illus
Language: English
Categories: Periodontics, Endodontics

ISBN 978-2-912550-51-4
QP France

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Today, routine use of an ultrasonic scaler reduces the need for a vast assortment of hand instruments, saving time and providing obvious ergonomic benefits. Moreover, complete professional prophylaxis for routine periodontal maintenance can often be performed with just one universal tip. The author of this book presents these and many other reasons why ultrasonic instruments are superior to hand instruments.

Contents

  • Introduction
  • Mechanical Scalers
  • Effects of the Sonic Scaler
  • Effects of the Ultrasonic Scaler
  • Cooling Scaler Tips
  • Effects of Professional Supra- and Subgingival Debridement
  • Effects of Mechanical Scalers on the Tooth and Surrounding Tissues
  • Possible Side Effects of Mechanical Scalers
  • Contraindications
  • Correct Application of Ultrasonic Instruments
  • Systematic Treatment with Mechanical Scalers
  • New Developments
  • Dental Applications Outside Periodontal Therapy
  • Conclusion
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Author

Prof. Dr. Fridus van der Weijden

Netherlands, Amsterdam

Prof. Dr. Fridus van der Weijden graduated in 1984 from the State University Dental School in Utrecht, the Netherlands where he also received his training as a periodontist and was accredited by the Dutch Society of Periodontology in 1990. He defended his thesis entitled, "The use of models and indices in plaque and gingivitis trials" in 1993 and received accreditation as a "senior investigator" by the Netherlands Institute for Dental Sciences in 2000.  In 2005 he received accreditation as an"'Implant-specialist" by the Dutch Society of Oral Implantology. Since 1986 Fridus van der Weijden divides his time between the Clinic for Periodontology Utrecht and the Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA). He is a frequent lecturer in postgraduate courses and the author of the book entitled, "The Power of Ultrasonics" and the co-author and co-editor of the book "Preventive Dentistry".  He has also authored and co-authored approximately 120 national and 250 international publications. The Ivory Cross awarded to him in early 2009 with the Carl Witthaus Medal of honor for his work on prevention and propagation of oral health. Early 2010 he has been appointed as professor at the University of Amsterdam with "Prevention and Therapy of periodontal infections" as main focus for his research. This special chair has been an initiative of the Dutch Society of Periodontology. In 2016, the Academic Centre for Dentistry has provided him with a regular chair position.

“This is a short but clinically relevant publication that gives a good and scientifically based overview of current ultrasonic therapy and instrumentation.”
Michael R. Breault, DDS
The New York State Dental Journal November 2007