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“The Midwinter Meeting will offer unmatched opportunities to learn, grow and connect”

As the incoming president of the Chicago Dental Society (CDS), Dr Philip L. Schefke, clinical assistant professor at the Midwestern University College of ...

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Researchers publish largest open dataset of primary teeth in Spain

BURGOS, Spain: The Centro Nacional de Investigación sobre la Evolución Humana in Burgos in Spain has released a new open access dataset comprising 712 ...

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Ivoclar launches IPS e.max Ceram Art

SCHAAN, Liechtenstein: Ivoclar has introduced IPS e.max Ceram Art, a ready-to-use line of stain, glaze and structure pastes for the customisation of ceramic...

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International Society for Minimum Intervention Dentistry hosts consensus workshop in Germany

MUNICH, Germany: On 1 and 2 December, the International Society for Minimum Intervention Dentistry held a consensus workshop in Munich in Germany. Hosted at...

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Freiburg researchers explore unknown oral bacteria in periodontitis research

FREIBURG, Germany: Thousands of different bacteria colonise the oral cavity, many of which remain unidentified. Researchers in Freiburg are now using a ...

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The use of AI in oral sciences: “More research does not necessarily mean greater impact on society”

MUNICH, Germany: As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly established in dentistry, questions have arisen regarding the justification...

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Exocad DentalCAD 3.3 Chemnitz for more efficiency

DARMSTADT, Germany: Exocad, an Align Technology company and a leading provider of dental CAD/CAM software, has recently released DentalCAD 3.3 Chemnitz. ...

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Long-term dental outreach in rural Australia enhances oral health and community well-being

TARA, Australia: Many rural Australian towns lack resident dental services, leading to poorer oral health compared with urban areas. The National Oral ...

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“The link between periodontitis and systemic disease plays a major role for men”

As evidence for the interplay between periodontal and systemic disease grows, severe periodontitis is increasingly being recognised as a risk factor for ...

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Dental hygiene students to face financial barriers as loan caps tighten in the US

CHICAGO, US: The US Department of Education’s Reimagining and Improving Student Education Committee has recently reached consensus on the full package of ...

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Experts publish new consensus guidance on managing dentine hypersensitivity in the Middle East and Africa

LEIPZIG, Germany: A recent expert review has set out evidence-based consensus recommendations to help dental teams in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) ...

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Root canal therapy linked to reduced inflammation and improved blood glucose control

LONDON, England: Although periapical periodontitis can increase systemic inflammation and is associated with cardiovascular risk and impaired glycaemic ...

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Creo X: Planmeca introduces new high-precision 3D printer

HELSINKI, Finland: Ten years ago, Planmeca’s work in dental 3D printing began with the aim of transforming dental manufacturing workflows through greater ...

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Ivoclar and vhf further expand strategic cooperation

AMMERBUCH, Germany: The Ivoclar Group, a global provider of integrated solutions for high-quality dental care, and vhf camfacture, a leading manufacturer of...

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Prenatal stress linked to earlier tooth eruption

ROCHESTER, N.Y., US: In what is thought to be the first study to directly link prenatal stress hormones with primary tooth eruption, researchers in the US ...

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New dental training centre to open in Barking and boost NHS care

BARKING, England: Queen Mary University of London, in partnership with the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham Council, has announced the opening of a ...

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New FDA action reshapes paediatric fluoride policy in the US

SILVER SPRING, Md., US: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced new enforcement actions to restrict the sale of ingestible fluoride drug ...

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Mouth cancer incidence in England hits all-time high

LEEDS, England: Recent epidemiological studies and global cancer surveillance indicate a significant increase in the incidence and mortality rates of mouth ...

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Adults with diabetes who practise interdental cleaning have more stable blood glucose

FUKUOKA, Japan: World Diabetes Day, held annually on 14 November, highlights the need for greater awareness of the bidirectional relationship between ...

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“Inappropriate antibiotic use can be a symptom of health system inequity”

Antimicrobial resistance is a mounting global health threat, and dentistry accounts for a notable share of antibiotic use. In conflict-affected settings ...

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“Our goal is to make oral synbiotics an accessible preventive tool for childhood caries”

In many parts of the world, unequal access to oral health professionals and facilities makes it difficult for communities to receive adequate care. This ...

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Straumann Group refocuses orthodontics unit with new partnerships

BASEL, Switzerland: Straumann Group has recently announced new partnerships to reshape its orthodontics business around ClearCorrect, combining technology ...

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Power, gender and silence: Understanding sexual misconduct in dentistry

Although awareness of sexual misconduct in healthcare has increased in recent years, the issue remains largely under-explored in dentistry. Dr Aaron ...

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New studies link oral health to cerebrovascular health

COLUMBIA, S.C., US: Growing evidence continues to demonstrate the far-reaching impact of oral health on systemic well-being. Just recently, two new studies ...

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“Menopause and its associated hormonal changes can make life extremely difficult”

Dr John Viviano, a dentist and credentialled diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, has dedicated his career to managing sleep ...

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Beyond aesthetics: Study assesses the functional effects of facial contouring with botulinum toxin

BANGKOK, Thailand: Given the growing demand for non-surgical facial contouring and ongoing debate about the functional effects of muscle-relaxing procedures...

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“Helping people regain control in the dental chair can ripple out into daily life”

Few experiences evoke as much fear as sitting in the dental chair—especially for those whose trust was broken early in life. Bridging the fields of ...

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Zinc compound offers non-staining alternative to silver diamine fluoride

NEW YORK, US: Although silver diamine fluoride remains an effective non-invasive option for treating caries, its characteristic black staining is a major ...

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Study links diabetes to higher risk of oral and maxillofacial pathologies

IAȘI, Romania: Diabetes is a growing global public health concern and is closely linked to oral disease. A recent study conducted by researchers in Romania...

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College of General Dentistry publishes new edition of Standards in Dentistry

LONDON, England: The UK College of General Dentistry has released the third edition of Standards in Dentistry, a comprehensive and freely accessible online ...

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