Swiss implant group invites to Geneva symposium

LEIPZIG, Germany: The International Team for Implantology (ITI) has announced that it will discuss new clinical methods for diagnosis and treatment planning at its upcoming World Symposium in Geneva, to be held from 15 to 17 April 2010. The forum, which is open to implant specialists worldwide, will be complemented by two full-day pre-Symposium courses on soft-tissue management and bone grafting. Simultaneous interpretation will be provided from English into 12 other languages, including Chinese, Japanese and Korean, the organiser said.

Feb 3, 2010 | EUROPE

Low fluoride toothpaste no good for children

LONDON, UK: Children’s toothpaste that contains low concentrations of fluoride fails to effectively combat tooth decay. For optimal prevention of cavities in children over age six, toothpastes should contain at least 1,000 parts per million of fluoride, according to a study carried out by the University of Manchester School of Dentistry. Toothpaste containing fluoride concentrations of less than this is as ineffective as toothpaste with no fluoride all.

Feb 1, 2010 | EUROPE

Interview: 'Plasma jets should be integrated into dental hand pieces'

Firing low temperature plasma beams at dentin reduces the amount of dental bacteria by up to 10,000-fold, a new study from Germany has found. Dental Tribune Germany Editor Jeannette Enders spoke with Dr Stefan Rupf, Saarland University Dental Hospital in Homburg, and Dr Axel Schindler, Leibniz Institute of Surface Modification in Leipzig, about their research and its future impact on dentistry.

Jan 29, 2010 | EUROPE

DTI to launch CAD/CAM magazine

LEIPZIG, Germany: CAD/CAM-based dentistry is one of the fastest growing market segments in dentistry. CAD/CAM international magazine of digital dentistry (CAD/CAM), the new Dental Tribune specialist publication, will present the most significant international developments and experiences in digital dentistry to practitioners and industry leaders around the world, with the aim of providing comprehensive knowledge and information on the latest technology that can profitably be integrated into treatment concepts.

Jan 20, 2010 | EUROPE

Cold plasma jets found useful against oral bacteria

LEIPZIG, Germany: The use of cold plasma jets could soon enhance anti-infectious treatment measures in dentistry, studies released by a team of German experts indicate. Recent data gathered by scientists from the Leibniz Institute of Surface Modification in Leipzig and the Saarland University Dental Hospital in Homburg has shown increased effectiveness of atmospheric plasma for the treatment of tooth surfaces and infected oral tissue. The technology could significantly improve the treatment of oral diseases, the researchers told Dental Tribune.

Jan 18, 2010 | EUROPE

Bone loss around implants quite common

LEIPZIG, Germany: Bone loss around dental implants is far more common than previously realised, a thesis from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, has revealed. The study, which analysed X-rays of over 600 implant patients, found that about one quarter had lost some degree of supporting bone around their implants.

Jan 15, 2010 | EUROPE

Poor oral health among Swedish adolescents, study finds

GOTHENBURG, Sweden: Swedish 19-year-olds need to improve their oral hygiene habits, as seven out of eight adolescents have unacceptable oral hygiene, a recent study at the Sahlgrenska Academy found.

Jan 8, 2010 | EUROPE

Ancient teeth shed new light on human evolution

BRISTOL, UK: The teeth of a 30,000-year-old child are shedding new light on the evolution of modern humans, thanks to research from the University of Bristol published this week in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Nov 16, 2009 | EUROPE

Scientists in Germany develop hybrid composite for endodontics

LEIPZIG, Germany: Materials used in root canal procedures are not always compatible with each other or do not bond properly with the hard dental tissue. Root filling materials, for example, should not shrink as they harden and be visible in x-rays. On the other hand, materials used to rebuild the tooth should mimic the properties of the tooth itself. Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research ISC in Würzburg, Germany, now have said to have developed a new material that can be used for all components applied in root canal treatment.

Nov 1, 2009 | EUROPE

Experts discuss future of implantology in Gothenburg

GOTHENBURG, Sweden/LEIPZIG, Germany: Professor Per-Ingvar Brånemark from Sweden has urged dentist worldwide to refocus on their patients needs. Despite all recent developments in oral and maxillofacial reconstruction, the field should put more efforts to the development of simple and affordable solutions rather than following commercial interests, he told Dental Tribune Online during an exclusive interview at the first P-I Brånemark Symbosium in Gothenborg last week.

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