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GUIDED BIOFILM THERAPY

Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is a scientifically proven, systematic approach to managing dental biofilm in professional preventive care. Utilizing advanced AIRFLOW® MAX, PERIOFLOW®, and PIEZON® PS technologies, GBT effectively removes biofilm from teeth, soft tissues, and implants.

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Sally Simpson
Sally Simpson
United Kingdom, High Peak

During her career Sally has taught undergraduates and worked as a staff member at King’s College London and the University of Manchester. Over the past 25 years she has worked in NHS Community Clinics, General and Specialist Implant and Periodontal Practices. Sally is past president of the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) and is Chair of the BSDHT North West Regional Group. She has lectured throughout the UK and Europe to peer group and the wider profession. Sally is a Key Opinion Leader to several leading companies within the Industry and also quality assures dental education. Sally is a Swiss Dental Academy Trainer. In 2013 and 2014 she was made an Ambassador by the ‘Heart Your Smile’ Charity for ‘Changing the public’s perception of dentistry and encouraging better oral health across the UK’. Sally has spent time in Africa and the Lesvos Refugee Camps providing emergency dental relief and continue to raise money for Dentaid through BSDHT.

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Morandini, Verena
Morandini, Verena
Italy, Brescia

Laureata con Lode in Igiene Dentale presso l’Università degli Studi di Brescia nel 2015, ho conseguito un Master di I livello in Igiene dentale: “L’esperienza incontra la tecnologia” presso l’Università degli Studi di Brescia (2018). 
Tutor clinica universitaria degli studenti di Igiene dentale nel reparto di parodontologia e pedodonzia della Clinica Odontoiatrica degli Spedali Civili di Brescia da ottobre 2017. 
Lavoro in diversi studi odontoiatrici a Brescia: Studio PMD con la Prof.ssa Magda Mensi, studio Zugni a Pavone Mella, Studio Bassa Bresciana a Gambara, studio Facchinetti a Manerbio.

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Challet-Hayard, Florent
Challet-Hayard, Florent
France, Etretat

Pratique privée à Etretat (76)

  • Diplômé de la Faculté de Chirurgie Dentaire de Paris V
  • Traitement parodontal initial sans chirurgie
  • Pratique de l'orthodontie (formation CETO)
  • Attaché à l'hôpital Flaubert du Havre
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Hölzl, Nicoletta
Hölzl, Nicoletta
Switzerland, Locarno
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Erika Spring
Erika Spring
United States, Newport
Erika Spring is a pioneering force in Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) education, bringing over 35 years of dental industry experience and 27 years as a Registered Dental Hygienist.  Since 2019, she served as an SDA Trainer and Academic Integration Consultant, currently she is the US GBT Education Manager. Spring's most significant achievement came at Coastal Carolina Community College, where she revolutionized dental hygiene education by integrating GBT into the curriculum. Under her leadership, the program graduated the first GBT-certified students in 2021 and became the first academic institution to achieve GBT certification in the United States in 2022—a historic milestone establishing the gold standard for modern dental hygiene education. Her academic credentials include a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University and a Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene. She maintains faculty experience from Laramie County Community College and clinical expertise through work with GBT practices, East Carolina University, and expert periodontists. As a certified DISC Behavioral Consultant, she enhances team dynamics and educational outcomes. Spring continues advancing the GBT mission by leading the US training team, developing educational strategies, and mentoring dental professionals nationwide. Her mission centers on preparing tomorrow's dental professionals with today's innovations, fundamentally reshaping dental hygiene practice and elevating patient wellness standards across the profession.
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Archanco, Sol
Archanco, Sol
Spain, madrid

Tecnico especialista en higiene bucodental

Practica privada

Ex presidenta de la Union de Colegios de Higienistas de España

Speaker en diferentes congresos y seminarios.

Miembro de los tribunales de habilitacion profesional en Madrid y La Rioja.

 

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Albor Fernandez, Montse
Albor Fernandez, Montse
Spain, Gijón

Higienista dental con mas de 20 años de experiencia, especializada en periodoncia.<7p>

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Tighe, Benjamin
Tighe, Benjamin
United Kingdom, Oxford

Benjamin qualified from Newcastle University in 2011 as a dental therapist. He holds additional qualifications, BSc (Hons) and MA Education.

He splits his time between teaching at the Eastman Dental Hospital, and clinical practice at Clinic 95, Oxford.

His combined interests in education and disease prevention align well with the Guided Biofilm Therapy process and the delivery of GBT masterclasses.

He is a member of the Faculty of Dental Trainers, Association of Medical Educators and a fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

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Bächinger, Anja
Bächinger, Anja
Switzerland, Bremgarten AG

Seit meinem Abschluss als Dentalhygienikerin HF an der Medi Bern im Jahr 2007 ist die Mundgesundheit meine Leidenschaft. Seit 2017 bin ich als selbstständige Dentalhygienikerin tätig – ob in der Praxis oder mobil – immer mit dem Ziel, Patienten zu einem gesunden Lächeln zu verhelfen.

Die Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) begeistert mich jeden Tag aufs Neue: Sie ist sanft, effektiv und verbessert die Behandlung spürbar – für Patienten und Anwender. Diese Erfahrung gebe ich als SDA Trainerin mit voller Überzeugung weiter. Mein Wissen zu teilen und Kollegen zu inspirieren, ist für mich eine Herzensangelegenheit.

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Gallie, Amanda
Gallie, Amanda
United Kingdom, Stamford

Amanda has a passion for dentistry and in 2008 became one of the first UK Swiss Academy Trainers for EMS. She has given many courses on Piezon technology, Biofilm management and Guided Biofilm therapy. (GBT). Amanda is the Immediate Past President of the British Association of Dental Therapists.

She became a hygienist in 1996 where she qualified from Manchester Dental school and then after spells in Specialist practice and the hospital service, taught Dental Hygiene at Sheffield dental school and then moved to Kings College Dental Institute in London.

Amanda has lectured nationally and internationally and talks on various topics. These include :- Behavioural change, Periodontal screening, Implant maintenance, fluoride varnish application for nurses, Impression taking, Biofilm theory/ GBT and Caries risk assessment.

Amanda completed and published research on the subject of Nursing Assistance for the Dental Hygienist in 2011. She completed a tutor’s conversion to Dental therapy in 2012 and became President elect of the British Association of Dental therapists in 2015.

She is an MSC student at King’s College London reading Advanced Minimal Intervention Dentistry.

Amanda presently works part time for Leicester Community dental services as a Therapist, treating anxious children and Special needs patients. She also works for Bupa Dental care in Stamford, Lincolnshire and lectures part time.

Amanda sits on the Bupa Dental Care Clinical advisory board and is a member of the BSDHT and BADT.

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Von de Fenn, Nina
Von de Fenn, Nina
Germany, Krefeld

Nina ist gelernte Zahnarzthelferin und hat sich im Laufe der letzten 25 Jahre ihrer Berufszugehörigkeit immer und gerne weitergebildet, durch ihre beiden Aufstiegsfortbildungen zur ZMF und dann weiter zur DH ist sie seit 2015 stolz ein Teil des Teams der Swiss Dental Academy zu sein und als GBT Coach ihr Wissen und ihre Behandlungserfahrungen rund um die Technologien AirFlow & Piezon No PAIN sowie das dazugehörige Behandlungskonzept der Guided Biofilm Therapie in Zahnarztpraxen, Dentaldepots und Universitäten weiterzugeben.
Zudem ist sie in einer Zahnarztpraxis als Dentalhygienikerin tätig. Nina unterstütz die SDA auch bei spezifischen Kundenanfragen, speziell rund um das Hygienemanagement und die Aufbereitung.

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Devaux, Jean-Marie
Devaux, Jean-Marie
France, BÉZIERS

Pratique privée orientée en prothèses à Béziers (34)

  • Docteur en Chirurgie Dentaire 
  • Ancien attaché de consultation en service de prothèse conjointe - Paris VII
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Galeazzi, Nicolò
Galeazzi, Nicolò
Italy, Jesi (AN)

Odontoiatra con master di 2º livello in Parodontologia. Esercita la libera professione nella provincia di Ancona

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Morelli, Alessia
Morelli, Alessia
Italy, Pesaro

Laureata presso l'Università di Bologna nel 2010 in Igiene dentale con Lode, nel 2018 ho conseguito il Master in Alimentazione Dietetica Applicata all'Università di Ancona. 
Appassionata dello studio della fisiologia e della patologia, cerco ogni giorno di integrare la pratica clinica con un corretto stile di vita e la conoscenza delle patologie correlate alla salute del cavo orale.

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김, 수연
김, 수연
Republic of Korea, 경기도용인시수지구
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