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New microsensor for pH mapping joins the fight against dental caries

TOKYO, Japan: Dental caries is a major health problem affecting the quality of life of many people worldwide. Products released by bacteria on the surface ...

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Research uses dental plaque to uncover potential for insights into ancient diets

YORK, UK: Perhaps unfairly, the teeth of Britons have developed an international reputation for being crooked and aesthetically subpar. Researchers have ...

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Young Pro Award 2018 now open for submissions

BASEL, Switzerland: The Straumann Group and botiss biomaterials have recently announced the opening of their collaborative research award, the Young Pro ...

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Dentsply Sirona demonstrates future of Ankylos system in Berlin

BERLIN, Germany: Under the motto of “Trust experience. Discover excellence”, the recent 2018 Ankylos Congress provided Dentsply Sirona with an ...

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Interview: ROOTS SUMMIT “puts things in a different perspective”

“After ROOTS SUMMIT is before ROOTS SUMMIT” was one of the main phrases heard at this year’s event. Its origin can be traced to the previous event ...

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Flavouring agents stimulate molecular defence system study suggests

MUNICH, Germany: In the past, it has been proven that factors such as age, health and diet influence the composition of saliva. However, little is known ...

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Innovative dental implant treatment taken to Easter Island on a humanitarian mission

RAPA NUI, Chile: Dental implantology experts and the Foundation for Oral Rehabilitation (FOR) have taken a new treatment solution for edentulism to Rapa ...

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Nanostructured surface fights bacteria growing on dental implants

KARLSRUHE, Germany: Micro- and nanotechnology are gaining importance in the medical field and particularly in implantology. Dental implants provide a great ...

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"Come on let your colours burst" at Dentsply Sirona World 2018

ORLANDO, Fla., U.S.: Dental manufacturer Dentsply Sirona is hosting its upcoming Dentsply Sirona World 2018 annual industry gathering from Sept. 13 to 15. ...

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Interview: “Volunteering ticked all the right boxes”

Though it is a nation with a rich and storied history, Lebanon has been known in more recent times for its volatile political climate and high levels of ...

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Dental calculus indicates plant consumption in Neanderthal diet

LEIPZIG, Germany: The ecology of Neanderthals is a pressing area of enquiry in the study of the evolution of hominins (modern humans and their fossil ...

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ROOTS SUMMIT 2020 is coming to Prague

PRAGUE, Czech Republic: Two weeks ago, the world of endodontics met in the German capital of Berlin for ROOTS SUMMIT 2018, which proved an overall ...

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Survey shows sugar consumption increase among children during summer

LONDON, UK: With Britain still recovering from its longest heatwave in five years, parents may be tempted to help keep their children cool by giving them ...

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FDI announces free communication and poster presentation schedule

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina: Each year, the FDI World Dental Federation hosts the FDI World Dental Congress, one of the most prestigious and influential ...

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Neutron tomography offers insights into interior of teeth

BERLIN, Germany: Imaging techniques based on neutron beams are rapidly developing and have become versatile non-destructive analysing tools in many fields ...

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Interview: The Rivelin patch sticks to the mucosal surface for much longer than any other treatment

Though the oral mucosa’s accessibility and high level of blood supply make it an ideal site for drug delivery, various other factors can make drug ...

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Two passions: Conveniently, Icelandic football manager can treat dental injuries

HEIMAEY, Iceland: Sportspeople in general often sustain some kind of injury. Concerning football, the most frequent include torn ligaments, strains and ...

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EU-endorsed dental amalgam reduction enters into effect

BRUSSELS, Belgium: Though fillings made with amalgam are generally considered to be safe for patients, studies have shown that dental amalgam may cause ...

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British government publishes part two of childhood obesity action plan

LONDON, UK: Two years after the British government published part one of their plan of action to combat childhood obesity, part two has been published. The ...

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Registration for BDIA Dental Showcase now open

LONDON, UK: Online registration for the BDIA Dental Showcase, to be held from 4 to 6 October at ExCeL London, is now open. Thousands of dental professionals...

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Review: ROOTS SUMMIT 2018 crew says thank you

BERLIN, Germany: Over 450 people from 50 countries gathered at the European School of Management and Technology (ESMT) in the German capital to attend the ...

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Implant-supported mandibular complete prosthesis with conometric retention after three years

The aim of the study was to assess the clinical performance of implant-supported mandibular complete fixed prostheses with conometric retention after 3 ...

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High-strength MRI may cause mercury release from amalgam dental fillings

OAK BROOK, Ill., U.S./ANTALYA, Turkey: Exposure to ultrahigh -strength MRI may release toxic mercury from amalgam fillings in teeth, the Radiological ...

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Periodontal disease may be key initiator of rheumatoid arthritis

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: In recent years, increasing attention has been given to aspects of oral health in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), ...

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Case presentations highlight clinical excellence at ROOTS SUMMIT 2018

BERLIN, Germany: In the run-up to the ROOTS SUMMIT, attendees were invited to submit their own work in the form of posters or oral presentations. This gave ...

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Dr Elisabetta Cotti kicks off ROOTS SUMMIT lecture programme

BERLIN, Germany: The ROOTS SUMMIT is known for its excellent scientific programme, and again, in 2018, the much-anticipated event has fulfilled the highest ...

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Opening ceremony: ROOTS SUMMIT 2018 makes an auspicious beginning

BERLIN, Germany: The 2018 ROOTS SUMMIT, the leading global symposium for endodontology, is taking place until 1 July and was today ceremonially opened by ...

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3Shape releases the newest version of its CAD/CAM software

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: Well known for its quality products and a global leader in 3-D scanners and dental software solutions, 3Shape has recently released the...

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ROOTS SUMMIT hands-on course programme proves to be a success

BERLIN, Germany: Dozens of dental professionals arrived at the ESMT Berlin this morning to attend the 2018 ROOTS SUMMIT. The first day of the event, which ...

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Systematic overview improves understanding of periimplantitis

PHILADELPHIA, U.S.: Implant-retained prostheses are now a preferable substitute to conventional dentures because they are more comfortable, stable and ...

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