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The 122 Taper Kit: An innovation in dental implant technology

SEOUL, South Korea: Precision and ease of use are crucial for patient comfort and optimal results in implant dentistry. Osstem Implant, one of the leaders ...

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Matcha: A new ally in the fight against periodontal disease

TOKYO, Japan: Extensive research shows that Porphyromonas gingivalis is linked with the initiation and progression of periodontal disease. The antimicrobial...

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Record-breaking Smile of the Year Awards 2024 celebrates dental excellence

SOFIA, Bulgaria: On the evening of 16 May, 19 teams of dental professionals received designer trophies branded with the Smile of the Year logo at the ...

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Straumann Group Enterprise Solutions leads the way in serving DSO customers

BASEL, Switzerland: Straumann Group has launched a dedicated brand for dental support organisations (DSO) and large dental institutions around the world. ...

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Exocad introduces PartialCAD 3.2 Elefsina for greater design flexibility for partial dentures

DARMSTADT, Germany: Exocad, an Align Technology company and a leading dental CAD/CAM software provider, has announced the release of PartialCAD 3.2 ...

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Colorado and Minnesota join Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact

DENVER, US: Colorado and Minnesota have become the eighth and ninth states to join the Dentist and Dental Hygienist (DDH) Compact. This occupational licence...

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FDI World Dental Congress 2024 promises a valuable continuing education and networking experience

ISTANBUL, Turkey: FDI World Dental Federation has recently announced the programme for the much-awaited World Dental Congress 2024 (WDC24), scheduled to be ...

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ROOTS SUMMIT continues to advance endodontic excellence

ATHENS, Greece: Endodontic enthusiasts from all around the world travelled to the Eugenides Foundation in Athens recently to attend the 25th anniversary ...

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New award programme by Oral-B and iADH champions disability-sensitive dental practices

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: As part of its ongoing mission to make oral care more accessible to everybody, Oral-B has recently launched the Disability ...

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UK’s largest dental faculty releases manifesto aimed at combating the deepening oral care crisis

EDINBURGH, Scotland: As access to publicly funded dental healthcare continues to deteriorate for many people across the UK, the Faculty of Dental Surgery of...

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Periodontitis increases risk of stroke among young people, study finds

KUOPIO, Finland: Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally, and periodontitis has been shown to be associated with an increased risk of ischemic ...

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Study links lack of supervised brushing in childhood to caries

FORT MYERS, Fla., US: Although many college students recognise the impact that lifestyle choices have on oral health, minority students often have limited ...

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Research shows minimally invasive non-surgical treatment effective for intra-bony defects

LONDON, UK: Despite improvements in treatments, intra-bony defects are associated with progression of periodontal disease and tooth loss unless they are ...

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India’s largest dental chain opens milestone 500th clinic

NEW DELHI, India: After opening 12 new clinics in a single day, Clove Dental, India’s largest dental chain, has attained an even more impressive ...

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The future of artificial intelligence in the dental landscape

I will be speaking on the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and dentistry at the British Dental Conference & Dentistry Show (BDCDS) in Birmingham, ...

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“Sharing one’s problems is key to alleviating stress”

Over the past four decades, I have dealt with many stressful situations. A complaint from the National Health Service in my first year of practice, ...

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OrthoFX launches NiTime aligners designed for short wear time

FREMONT, Calif., US: OrthoFX has announced that its NiTime clear aligner system is now available to dentists throughout the US. The aligner system is the ...

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Ireland to have its first community-based dental school

DUBLIN, Ireland: Many individuals in Ireland who have difficulty in getting a National Health Service (NHS) dental appointment today will remember a time ...

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Anniversary edition of ROOTS SUMMIT kicks off in Athens

ATHENS, Greece: Held biennially, ROOTS SUMMIT is back—this time at the Eugenides Foundation in Athens, where it will run until Sunday. This year’s ...

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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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