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FDI World Dental Congress 2026 to present forward-looking scientific programme

GENEVA, Switzerland: The FDI World Dental Congress (WDC) 2026 will take place in Prague in the Czech Republic from 4 to 7 September, bringing the global ...

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Snus linked to gingival damage but not periodontitis, review finds

GOTHENBURG, Sweden: As the popularity of snus continues to grow, so too does the diversity of products available, which now include portion-packed snus and ...

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Dentsply Sirona integrates VDW brand into unified identity

CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: Dentsply Sirona has integrated the VDW brand into its corporate identity as part of a branding update intended to create greater ...

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Ivoclar introduces Adhese 2 with dual-polymerisation capability for the VivaPen

SCHAAN, Liechtenstein: Adhese 2 is the latest addition to Ivoclar’s portfolio of adhesives and is designed to improve flexibility and efficiency in ...

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“Most scanning errors are not caused by poor technology but by a lack of controlled geometry”

Prof. Adam Nulty is a leading expert in digital implant workflows. At IDEM 2026 in Singapore, he will challenge a common assumption in all-on-X dentistry: ...

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The minimally invasive mandate: Are UK dental schools keeping pace?

Despite rapid advancements in digital cariology and biomaterials, a translation gap remains between modern clinical capabilities and resources and the ...

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World Oral Health Day spotlights action on UN oral health commitments

GENEVA, Switzerland: Held annually on 20 March, World Oral Health Day (WOHD) highlights the role of oral health in overall health and quality of life. This...

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Formnext 2026 sees strong early demand from global AM industry

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany: After Formnext’s ten-year anniversary and record attendance in 2025, the lead-up to the 2026 event is already showing strong ...

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First-ever dental MRI machine receives FDA clearance

CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: Dentsply Sirona and Siemens Healthineers have announced that their dental MRI system, MAGNETOM Free.Max Dental Edition, has received ...

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The 2026 Midwinter Meeting features new enhancements

CHICAGO, US: The Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting—one of the largest and most respected scientific dental events in North America—opened today. ...

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Intra-oral scanning: Current capabilities and ongoing developments

FREIBURG, Germany: Offering guidance for clinicians seeking to integrate intra-oral scanning effectively, a recent review conducted by researchers from the ...

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Using AI in dentistry to minimise the risk of formal complaints

Formal complaints are one of the most stressful aspects of clinical dental practice and are widely recognised as a significant source of professional ...

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Advancing oral health science through IADR: An interview with the upcoming vice-president Prof. Georgios N. Belibasakis

Prof. Georgios N. Belibasakis was recently elected vice-president of the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR), ...

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Intra-oral scanning with fluorescence technology shows promise in paediatric caries detection

MELBOURNE, Australia: Intra-oral scanners are emerging as efficient, scalable tools for detecting dental caries in children, offering a promising ...

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New study shows that arginine modulates dental biofilm virulence

AARHUS, Denmark: Recent research increasingly highlights the importance of ecology-based strategies in caries prevention. A new human clinical study has ...

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New digital medical device supports self-management of jaw pain

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England: A new app designed to support patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD) has recently been launched as the world’s first...

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Expodental 2026 exceeds exhibitor numbers from previous editions

MADRID, Spain: Expodental 2026, to be held from 11 to 13 March at IFEMA Madrid in collaboration with Fenin, the Spanish Federation of Healthcare ...

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Osstem Implant marks 20 years of global market expansion

SEOUL, South Korea: Osstem Implant has expanded its global presence from an initial network of 12 overseas subsidiaries established in 2006 to 33 entities ...

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Beyond digital: Why clinical skill and tooth preservation still matter

Dr Ronaldo Hirata is an internationally recognised expert in restorative and aesthetic dentistry and has more than three decades of clinical, research and ...

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Injectable composite hydrogel shows promise for pulp–dentine repair

SHANGHAI, China: Although root canal therapy and vital pulp therapy can be effective in controlling infection and preserving tooth structure, they do not ...

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“The 30^th edition of AEEDC Dubai marks a defining milestone in its journey”

The 30th edition of the UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC Dubai) is presenting its most comprehensive scientific ...

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City University Ajman wins AEEDC Student Competition 2025

DUBAI, UAE: The UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC) Student Competition has become a cornerstone of the scientific ...

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AEEDC Dubai: Where education and innovation meet

Over the past three decades, the UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC Dubai) has grown from a regional meeting into one of ...

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Egypt takes centre stage as AEEDC Dubai 2026 Guest of Honour

DUBAI, UAE: The UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC Dubai) has named the Arab Republic of Egypt as the Guest of Honour ...

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Glasgow Caledonian to lead national doctoral programme in oral health

GLASGOW, Scotland: Glasgow Caledonian University has recently secured £2.6 million (€3.0 million*) to lead a new UK-wide doctoral training programme ...

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IDEX Istanbul 2026 to spotlight future dental technologies

ISTANBUL, Turkey: From 15 to 18 April, IDEX Istanbul 2026 will convene the global dental industry at the Istanbul Expo Center. One of the world’s leading...

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Oral health formally included in global NCD and mental health declaration

NEW YORK, US: At the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, member states adopted a landmark political declaration on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and...

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Ivoclar Smile Award highlights craftsmanship with IPS e.max

SCHAAN, Liechtenstein: Dental treatment can significantly improve oral health, function and aesthetics. The new Ivoclar Smile Award recognises such ...

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Type 2 diabetes may increase salivary sugars, shifting oral biofilms toward caries

OSAKA, Japan: People living with Type 2 diabetes have been reported to experience a higher incidence of dental caries, but the biological pathways ...

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“Being a role model is one of the most rewarding ways to transfer knowledge and skills”

Role models shape how dental students see the profession, their own potential and even their well-being. In a recent British Dental Journal special feature ...

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