Exhibitors
At the Study Day exhibitors can meet dental professionals from hundreds of practices. Our delegates are predominantly practice owners and associates and will also include VDPs and DCPs. The Study Day will also play host to the University of Glasgow’s BDS5 students as we continue to work with the Glasgow Dental Alumni Association on a range of projects.
CGDSCOT CIC is a not for profit organisation which aims to improve the quality of dentistry for everyone involved in the profession.
Please contact Patricia de Vries for information about how to exhibit at the CGDent Scotland Study Day.
2024 Exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor
A Family Run Business.
Established in 2016, Scottish Dental Care Group is owned and operated by Dr Philip Friel and Christopher Friel.
Scottish Dental Care Group is a clinically-led and patient focused dental provider, offering high quality dental care to our patients across Scotland. With 16 clinics across the country, and growing, our patients and our team are at the heart of everything we do.
Gold Sponsors
We are the voice of dentists and dental students in the UK. We have been protecting dentists since 1880. We bring dentists together, support our members through advice and education, and represent their interests.
As a trade union and professional body, we represent all fields of dentistry including general practice, community dental services, the armed forces, hospitals, academia, public health and research.
We are owned and run by our members and all our income is reinvested for the benefit of the profession.
Clyde Munro prides itself on being a friendly and supportive place to work and continues to invest in its teams and training – with clear career development for all dental staff.
The Glasgow-headquartered group provides expert centralised support for dentists, covering non-clinical areas including marketing, accounts and compliance – enabling practitioners to focus more time on patient care and outcomes.
In addition, a new training academy has been developed, featuring state-of-the-art dental technology. It will become a hub for dental progression and leadership throughout the UK.
Employees at every level of the business receive comprehensive support and opportunities to develop and further their careers.
Martin Aitken & Co Ltd is one of Scotland’s leading independent firms of chartered accountants and business advisers.
We provide our clients with access to a range of audit & accounting, tax, business advisory, corporate finance and financial services.
Founded in 1897, we have remained at the forefront of Scottish commerce because we give clear, practical and understandable answers that you can act on straight away.
From property & construction, professional services, medical & healthcare, food & drink, manufacturing & engineering, hospitality and leisure, to charities & social enterprises, talk your language and we won’t ‘sit on the fence’.
Martin Aitken has the know-how and expertise to foresee the challenges, opportunities and potential future impacts of the decisions you make today.
This is what we do.
This is Martin Aitken.
MDDUS is a dental defence organisation offering access to professional indemnity and expert dento-legal advice. A mutual organisation run by fellow professionals, MDDUS has been protecting members for 117 years. Our experienced dento-legal Advisers are available 24 hours a day to provide advice as well as access to assistance & support from an in-house team of lawyers at competitive membership rates.
Visit our stand for a personalised quote or visit www.mddus.com
Advanced Digital Solutions for Exceptional Dental Care. Experts in digital design since 2015. We believe in a better service for everyone involved in dentistry. As a pioneering digital-friendly lab, Nexus Dental Laboratory aims to make the transition to digital workflows simple, cost-effective, and efficient. We strive to eliminate wasted visits and chair time for our surgery partners and their patients. Our lab is fully digital, which means we do not charge any additional costs for printed models, and we loan analogues with each case to maximize cost efficiency and simplify pricing. We were one of the first laboratories to go fully digital almost eight years ago, and we continue to lead the way in digital dentistry.
Real Good Dental is a network of local dental practices in the UK that has been growing rapidly. Our focus is on providing exceptional dental care, prioritising excellence in every aspect. We take pride in our modern facilities and advanced treatment options, ensuring the delivery of the highest quality care. As a dentist with Real Good Dental, you will have the opportunity to utilise cutting-edge technology and work alongside a supportive team. This will enable you to provide top-notch care to your patients, catering to their needs across your dental practice.
Strictly Confidental Ltd has been operating for over 20 years within the Dental Profession in Scotland.
We can source and supply all relevant information regarding sales, valuations and acquisitions of Dental Practices and we can also assist with recruitment.
Sales - selling and relocating, we will effortlessly start the process.
Valuation - Dental Equipment, Goodwill, Insurance and Legal.
Purchase - acquiring a practice or practices.
Recruitment - contact us to fill your temporary/permanent vacancy for either an associate (full or part time) or a locum position.
All of our valuations and meetings are held out of hours and on weekends, to ensure a confidential service is provided.
Please contact:
Patricia Munro: Mobile: 07906 135 033 email:patricia@strictlyconfidental.co.uk
Gillian Wylie: Mobile: 07914 688 322e mail: gillian@strictlyconfidental.co.uk
Office: 21 Woodside Place Glasgow G3 7
Phone: 0141 468 8276
Silver Sponsors
At Acteon our mission is to offer comprehensive and innovative solutions to clinicians, to provide the most effective, convenient and comfortable care to patients all over the world. From our digital imaging devices such as X-Mind Trium and Prime coupled with AIS intuitive digital imaging software, to our high frequency and patented ultrasonic technology, such as the Piezotome Cube or our range of Newtron devices. Not forgetting our pharmaceuticals and precision hand instruments, we have everything to support many treatment workflows.
The driving force behind our innovation extends to the relationships with universities and international experts who share our motivation.
Align Technology is a global medical device company that is changing lives through better smiles. We reimagine and reinvent the way orthodontic and restorative treatment is presented and delivered to millions of people around the world.
The Invisalign® system is the most advanced clear aligner system in the world, trusted by approximately 17 million people worldwide to improve their smiles.
www.invisalign.co.uk
The iTero™ Family of Intraoral Scanners propels today's dental practice into the future by enhancing the patient experience and elevating clinical precision.
www.itero.com
Clyde Munro prides itself on being a friendly and supportive place to work and continues to invest in its teams and training – with clear career development for all dental staff.
The Glasgow-headquartered group provides expert centralised support for dentists, covering non-clinical areas including marketing, accounts and compliance – enabling practitioners to focus more time on patient care and outcomes.
In addition, a new training academy has been developed, featuring state-of-the-art dental technology. It will become a hub for dental progression and leadership throughout the UK.
Employees at every level of the business receive comprehensive support and opportunities to develop and further their careers.
The DDU is the specialist dental division of the MDU, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to our members’ interests. We offer guidance, support and defence in addressing dento-legal issues, complaints and claims.
Our team is led and staffed by dentists with experience of the pressures and challenges faced in practice, and we have an unmatched track record of helping members overcome the challenges which could threaten their livelihood.
If you need help or advice with a dento-legal or ethical issue that has arisen from seeing patients during your course call our advice line on 0800 374 626.
Local Liaison Manager – jennifer.murray@theddu.com
Denplan, part of Simplyhealth, is the UK's leading dental payment plan specialist, with 6000+ member dentists nationwide, caring for over 1.5 million patients.
Denplan offers a range of services, including the Denplan Quality Programme and Denplan Excel Certification Programme for ongoing professional development. They also provide regulatory advice, business and marketing consultancy services and networking opportunities.
Denplan is committed to advocating for dental practices and the profession through active political engagement and stakeholder activity.
GC UK
GC was established in 1921 and consequently celebrated its 100th anniversary on the 11th February 2021. Through decades of product innovation, research and development and world-class manufacturing, GC has firmly entrenched its commitment to partnering with dental professionals and promoting oral health for all.
GC has been recognised by both dentists and dental technicians alike as a provider of consistently, high-quality products that are easy to handle, as well as being capable of delivering the highest service standards to our customers. Our dedication to dentistry continually results in product development that provides value to our customers.
The General Dental Council (GDC) is the UK-wide professional regulator of the dental team. Our statutory duties are to maintain patient safety and ensure public confidence in dental professionals. We set education, training and professional standards; maintain the integrity of the dental register; ensure ongoing professional development; and investigate concerns. We place great store by engaging with students and dental professionals, the UK and devolved governments, patients and the public, education and training providers, and other key stakeholders across the country. We are especially keen to promote professionalism and emphasise prevention rather than enforcement.
Haleon, formerly part of GSK, is a global leader in consumer health, with brands trusted by millions of consumers globally. Its long-standing brands - such as Sensodyne, Corsodyl, Pronamel, Aquafresh, Voltarol, Piri, Otrivine, Centrum and Day & Night Nurse- are built on trusted science, innovation, and deep human understanding.
The group employs over 22,000 people across 170 markets, who are united by Haleon's purpose - to deliver better everyday health with humanity.
Haleon's product portfolio spans across several major categories - Oral Health, Pain Relief, Respiratory Health and Wellness.
Our goal is to support dentists with intelligent products throughout the treatment process. In the areas of dental impressions and restorations, we have laid the foundations for efficient processes and successful treatments in dental practices. Flagship products such as Panasil®, Silginat ®, Identium®, VSXE One and Futar®, complemented by innovative restorative materials including the Visalys® family, have aligned to make the working lives of dental professionals easier.Our mission and passion is to understand the needs of practice teams, and then to meet those needs, now and in the future.
Your LDC consists of elected dentists from across your health board region whose role is to represent the professional interests of their colleagues. Lanarkshire and Greater Glasgow and Clyde representatives will be present on the day.
LDCs are concerned with dental issues which pertain to pay and conditions, pensions and workforce. The LDC forum gives us a good insight into local and Scottish issues, as well as those in the rest of the UK.
Your LDC will engage closely with the Health Directorate over issues affecting the delivery of dental care: patient referrals, decontamination, audit, practice inspections, patient's treatment appeals and the out-of-hours emergency service.
LDCs also host CPD events for their mandate holders.
Come along to the stand to meet your representatives, to discuss what is concerning you regarding NHS dentistry in Scotland and to find out how you can get involved.
The Dental & Ophthalmic Customer Services Team provide key support and advice to NHS opticians and dentists operating right across Scotland. We produce a range of online publications and guidance/training materials, undertake practice support and also exhibit at conferences and events.
Our help desk team of 4 staff receive an average of 2300 telephone calls each month and can provide answers and information on enquiries ranging across finance, treatment claim administration, patient Scottish Dental Reference Service appointments, and dental and ophthalmic regulations. We alsorespond to over 1000 emails each month with 99% responded to within the day.
Optident are known in the dental industry for providing high quality, innovative and clinically supported products with a dedicated education programme to reinforce its belief. Optident work closely with the world’s leading clinicians and key opinion leaders paving the way for the latest developments and advancements in technology and science. Leaders in their field, Optident work with some of the most established manufacturers in the world and also develop their own products for international distribution. Fuelled by their creative marketing and approach to sales, their brand sits in a unique position within the dental market.
As we celebrate 15 years as the UK’s most cost-effective major dental plan provider, we pride ourselves on offering first-class dental plan solutions and exceptional client support for 600+ dental practices nationwide, including within Scotland.
Our plan fees are much lower compared to other major plan providers, allowing practice owners to make huge cost savings when:
- Switching existing dental plans to us;
- Transitioning from NHS to private dentistry;
- Looking to launch dental plans for the first time.
Speak to our experienced team, who can advise and guide you towards creating a more profitable practice with our dental plan solution.
At The Royal Bank of Scotland we’re here to help support your dental business
The health of your dental business matters to us. That’s why we offer:
- face to face dedicated relationship managers who are healthcare accredited
- funding that’s fast, flexible and competitively priced
- relationship managers who are well connected to other healthcare professionals within the industry
From humble beginnings in Fife in 2012, Real Good Dental has grown into one of Scotland’s largest dental groups, with sites across the UK and Ireland. Our team now includes 250 dental associates and 500 nursing and support staff. At Real Good Dental, we are committed to excellence, offering state-of-the-art facilities and advanced treatment options. Dentists here have access to cutting-edge technology and a supportive team, enabling them to provide the highest standard of patient care.
This year Septodont is delighted to introduce BioRoot Flow – the amazing biocompatible technology used in Biodentine, but as a flowable root canal treatment. Alongside this, Biodentine XP continues to increase in popularity, with all the amazing qualities of Biodentine in an easy-to-use capsule and gun. If you’ve not used Biodentine before or are already an avid user, we will be happy to supply you with information or give you a demonstration.
With other new products to help with bone replacement in RTR+ and RTR+ Membrane, and old faithfuls such as Alveogyl and Ultra Safety Plus Twist, as well as Septodont’s world leading local anaesthetics, Septodont have you covered – whatever the treatment.
Visit the Septodont stand to find out how we can help you with your dental needs.
At Thorntons, we have one of the largest dedicated dental legal teams in Scotland and have a proven track record in the Scottish dental market. Our Dental team are experienced, approachable and pragmatic, and work closely with clients and other intermediaries in the sector (such as sales agents, banks and accountants) in order to deliver a flexible service that is tailored to the individual needs and requirements of each specific client – and all with fee transparency.
The National Company with the Local Touch.
Our commitment is too always provide excellent service to our customers. Wrights prides itself on providing a full service to both the Dentist and Lab Technician.
Whatever your requirements for Dental Materials and Equipment, we have the products and the people to deliver.
Our range of Dental Materials, Digital Equipment, Traditional Equipment, Acrylic Teeth and Laboratory supplies comes from both leading suppliers and from quality products manufactured in our own production facility.
With competitive prices and fast, reliable service supported by an experienced team, we aim to be your partners not just for today but also for the future.