Lasting Impressions | Summer 2016

T he recently renovated Simulation Lab at Nova Southeastern University’s College of Dental Medicine ushers in a new era of advanced technology and equipment. Located on the CDM’s second floor, the Simulation Lab features 130 ergonomically correct work stations. Swiss- made electric handpieces that provide a more precise cut, a constant speed, and a higher torque have been added to the present air-driven handpieces. The new manikins give a greater range of head movements to simulate a real patient. Each station has a computer, as well as an LED monitor and an LED dental light. In addition, the new units form 36 circles of three or four units, which incorporate a smaller NSU COLLEGE OF DENTAL MEDICINE x 25 Opposite page:The Simulation Lab features 130 ergonomically correct work stations. Photo by Stanley Hack, D.D.S. Above: Amir N. Farhangpour, clinical director of the Department of Cariology and Restorative Dentistry, supervises a student’s work.