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Advanced materials and techniques to of f er the best outcomes to patientsWe live in exciting times in terms of materials and technology that support the restoration of aesthetics and function for edentulous patients. To stay current, and of f er the best possible treatment for patients, clinicians require hands-on training by those with expert knowledge of the science.T h e ICE Postgraduate Dental Institute and Hospital is of f ering a hands-on course focusing on 3D, patient-specif i c, customised graf t ing for the reconstruction of the resorbed alveolar ridge. It is led by eminent specialist oral surgeon Professor Cemal Ucer, who has over 30 years’ experience treating complex cases. He is assisted in the delivery of this short course by biomedical engineer and materials scientist, Dr Stefan Berger.T h e course provides an evidence-based knowledge of dif f erent strategies used for the treatment of hard and sof t tissue alveolar ridge defects, and delegates will learn evidence-based strategies for the treatment of hard and sof t tissue alveolar ridge defects using dif f erent regenerative biomaterials. Contact Professor Ucer at ucer@icedental.institute or Mel Hay at mel@mdic.co. Call 01612 371842 or visit www.ucer-clinic.dental.Dentists’ Provident, a leading income protection provider for the dental industry, paid out £4.9 million in claims to members during 2024, their latest figures show.Their claims report for 2024 released on 14 February shows the largest amount paid to an individual claimant was £87,880 and whilst the majority of the claims paid were to those aged 46–55 years-old, the youngest claimant was a 27-year-old dentist.Simon Elliott, Chief Risk Officer of Dentists’ Provident, said: ‘Our members made significantly fewer claims in 2024. In particular, there was a notable reduction in claims for infectious diseases, reflecting the expected return towards historic trend rates. Our high claim payment rate is a testament to the benefits of an integrated approach to underwriting and claims. By following a thorough underwriting process, we seek to minimise issues for our members when they really need us.’The report also shows that 97.5% of new claims received a payment. Musculoskeletal disorders (27%), accidents (14%) and cancers (12%) continued to remain as some of the most significant reasons for claims last year.Farrukh Mirza, CEO at Dentists’ Provident added: ‘Our continued strength lies in putting our members at the heart of everything we do and doing what is right, not only for our current membership, but also for future generations. We make a considerable investment in our plans and our service, to give our members confidence that they have a dependable income protection plan that works for them.’As a member-owned and led mutual, Dentists’ Provident’s sole objective for over 110 years has been helping dental professionals achieve financial security during periods of illness or injury. To find out more or read the full ‘2024 Claim statistics’ report visit: https://www.dentistsprovident.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Dentists-Provident-Claims-Stats-2024.pdf.£4.9 million in income protection claims paid during 2024During dark and cold days, a winter holiday can be very appealing. For patients jetting of f , it is important that their oral hygiene routine goes with them. Waterpik has been innovating interdental cleaning with its range of water fl ossers for years. Th e Cordless Slide is ideal for travel: it collapses to just 50% of its full size, making it easy to slot it into a pocket, wash bag or suitcase. Th is makes it a convenient solution to maintaining a consistent oral hygiene routine abroad.Despite its smaller size, the Cordless Slide loses none of its ef f i ciency, removing up to 99.99% of plaque in as little as three seconds. Simple in design, the water fl osser is easy to handle and is also recommendable for orthodontic patients – the Orthodontic Tip can be applied for superior results. Of f er patients a new travel essential with the Cordless Slide today. For more information on Waterpik Water Flosser products visit www.waterpik.co.uk. Waterpik products are available from Amazon, Costco UK, Argos, Boots and Tesco online and in stores across the UK and Ireland.To be with you everywhere282 BRITISH DENTAL JOURNAL | VOLUME 238 NO. 4 | FEbrUary 28 2025PrODUCT NEWS© british Dental association 2025.