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It is Gen Z’s turn to start thinking about periodontal health

BRUSSELS, Belgium: As Generation Z comes of age, they are learning how to deal with their health as adults. Amid rising sugary diets and escalating stress ...

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Prototype device dampens dental drill sounds in the mouth

BALTIMORE, US: Engineering students at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore have collaborated with a Florida dentist to develop a prototype device that ...

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Motivating your team

In training sessions, managers, dentists, leaders often ask me how they can motivate their team and keep them motivated. This is a million-dollar question, ...

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E-scooters: A new source of dental trauma

BIRMINGHAM, UK: Since their introduction a few years ago, electric scooters have continued to gain popularity in urban mobility worldwide. Alongside this ...

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Government claims about NHS dental availability are deceptive, leaving mothers untreated

LONDON, UK: Throughout their pregnancy and for the first year after giving birth, mothers in the UK are entitled to free dental care through the National ...

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Ethical communication and brand building

As communication and marketing through social media become indispensable for cutting through the clutter of media communication, the dental ...

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India begins assessing its 400 dental colleges

NAGPUR, India: The sheer number of dental colleges in India makes the country a global powerhouse in dental education, and efforts are underway to ensure ...

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Prof. Moritz Kebschull is the new president of the European Federation of Periodontology

BRUSSELS, Belgium: The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) has announced Prof. Moritz Kebschull as its new president. He succeeds Dr Darko Božić ...

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Treating periodontal disease reduces atrial fibrillation recurrence

HIGASHIHIROSHIMA, Japan: Although periodontitis is not currently considered a modifiable risk factor for atrial fibrillation (AF), a recent study has ...

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Can dentists help patients experiencing food insecurity?

LIVERPOOL, UK: Food insecurity affects 17% of households in the UK, according to a 2023 government survey. This lack of consistent access to sufficient ...

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Extensive study links e-cigarette use with increased risk of heart failure

WASHINGTON, US: In recent years, there has been an increase in studies on vaping and its link to oral and overall health. Adding to existing research, a new...

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HeyGears 3D printers simplify and speed up operations

The Label Dent laboratory has a history of exploring new technologies in the pursuit of happy customers since its establishment in 2007, in Bordeaux in ...

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Asia Pacific’s digital dentistry renaissance

In the 1980s, Dr François Duret pioneered the integration of CAD/CAM technology into dentistry, introducing the revolutionary CEREC system. This marked the...

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Asia is booming and Europe is lagging behind

Asia’s trade show industry is experiencing robust growth, IDEM Singapore serving as a prime illustration of this internal dynamic. While stalwart events ...

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The piston technique—a novel approach to canal obturation

Up to now, the gold standard of obturation has been the continuous wave compaction technique.1,2 However, this technique is difficult to perform and needs ...

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Study points to lack of formal education on cannabis in dentistry

BUFFALO, N.Y., US: As the field of medicine continues to evolve, the American Dental Association (ADA) has recognised the importance of integrating ...

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Immediate full-arch zirconia implant therapy utilising the power of robotic assistance and digital scanning

In the ever-evolving realm of modern dentistry, innovations are continually reshaping the landscape of patient care, bringing greater precision, efficiency ...

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How far has 3D printing brought clear aligners?

LONG BEACH, Calif., US: In the dynamic field of orthodontics, the advent of clear aligners has marked a significant leap forward, marrying aesthetics with ...

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Dentists fear DIY tooth extractions as Wales hikes NHS fees

CARDIFF, UK: The Welsh government increased National Health Service (NHS) dental fees on 1 April, and the British Dental Association (BDA) says it is ...

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Review offers evidence of link between oral microbiome and cancer

SOLNA, Sweden: The oral cavity represents a complex microenvironment where a diverse microbial community flourishes. A recent review study, carried out by ...

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Low-cost tooth sensitivity liquid found to combat dental caries

NEW YORK, US: Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) has clearance by the US Food and Drug Administration for treatment of tooth sensitivity, and there is strong ...

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UK urged to update dental antibiotic guidelines for potential endocarditis patients

SHEFFIELD, UK: Infective endocarditis (IE) is a potentially life-threatening heart infection that is caused by dental bacteria in around a third of cases. A...

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A non-surgical orthodontic approach using clear aligners in a Class III adult patient

Over the past decade, there has been a notable surge in the use of clear aligners, and their benefits and advantages have been extensively documented. ...

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Australian Dental Association data shows children suffer from a “flawed hospital funding model”

SYDNEY, Australia: A lack of space in surgical theatres in Australia has led to around 1,500 children suffering from prolonged pain from oral health ...

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Italian researchers test 11 new 3D-printing materials

PERUGIA, Italy: In recent years, the landscape of dental prosthesis fabrication has seen a significant shift with the advent of additive manufacturing ...

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MIS congress: Premier gathering to discuss advances in minimally invasive dentistry

MADRID, Spain: The International Society for Minimum Intervention Dentistry (MIS) has recently announced that it will be holding its first international ...

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DS Academy launches Indirect Restorative Course Series

CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: Dentsply Sirona (DS) has recently launched a new educational programme for dental professionals, the Indirect Restorative Course ...

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Oral health inequalities remain a major public health concern in the UK

LONDON, UK: Despite being largely preventable, poor dental health continues to be a major public health issue in England. This is evident in a recent report...

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Digital fuel—what is propelling the markets for 3D printers and other CAD/CAM devices?

BURNABY, British Columbia, Canada: Digital fabrication in dentistry encompasses new and old technologies—3D printing being in its early stages of ...

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Rising treatment costs in New Zealand causing mass avoidance of the dentist’s chair

WELLINGTON, New Zealand: The findings from a national survey of dental fees in 2023 has highlighted a concerning trend in the accessibility of dental care ...

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