Calls for collaboration

A diagnostic test for the application of endodontology

Shahnawaz writes:

I am a qualified dentist from India and did my Masters from Queen Mary, University of London. Previously, I worked as an honorary lecturer at Queen Mary, Institute of Dentistry.

I am currently working on fluoride and osteoporosis and imaging. I am also working on community based research and product development.

My proposal is that I would like to develop a diagnostic test for the application of endodontology. I need collaborators who can work on the biotechnology aspect of the diagnostic test prototype development. I am happy to discuss this project further with potential collaborators. I am currently based in India.

Please email: khijmatgar.s@gmail.com.

Partners sought for licensing and marketing

Davnik Silver Knight

A silver-based dental material has been developed in the UK which has the following benefits, amongst others, in treating decay:

• 1 Forms calcium fluoride which has a carious protective effect

• 2 Inhibits demineralisation of the tooth structure

• 3 Preserve dentine collagen from degradation

• 4 Silver has an intense antibacterial effect on cariogenic biofilms

• 5 Potent inhibiting effect on the activity of matrix metalloproteinases and cysteine cathepsin

• 6 Multiple use in children with decay

• 7 Can be used to treat sensitivity

• 8 The fluoride in the product promotes remineralisation while the silver acts as an antibacterial agent and plugs the dentinal tubules

• 9 The product is very cost effective

• 10 User friendly for operator and patient

• 11 Has ability to arrest decay in minutes.

Partners are sought for the licensing and marketing of the dental product which has been classified as a medicine. Sample kits are available to serious interested parties.

Dr D. Athimoolam says: 'We believe that this is the first product produced in the UK to effectively and efficiently treat dental decay'.

Dr Athimoolam can be contacted either by email at: varabuds@yahoo.co.uk or mobile at: +447920153275 or by writing to: 39 Pippin Avenue, Trevethan Meadows, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 3FU.

Denplan announces rebrand

Denplan has announced that it is rebranding as Simplyhealth Professionals. Denplan first joined forces with Simplyhealth in 2011 and the two companies have been working together successfully ever since. Together the two companies have over 140 years of experience in the healthcare arena.

The company wants to focus on making Simplyhealth the most recognised public and professional brand in everyday health. Simplyhealth Professionals will continue to provide the full range of Denplan dental payment plans under the Denplan product name. The well-known Denplan apple logo will no longer be in use.