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Project for new type of braces wins entrepreneur prize

LOS ANGELES, USA: A startup that is developing an inventive type of orthodontic appliance has recently been awarded first prize in a business plan ...

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DNA from dental calculus shows Neanderthal used natural analgesics

ADELAIDE, Australia/LIVERPOOL, UK: Ancient DNA in the calcified dental plaque of Neanderthals—the nearest extinct relative to humans—has provided new ...

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Evaluating the fit of removable dentures with magnification systems

Nowadays, implant-supported prostheses are used more and more in people’s daily routines and removable prostheses in case of large rehabilitation ...

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Study confirms link between slender jaws and left-handedness

SEATTLE, USA: Researchers in the U.S. have found that genetics that shape dental and thus facial features might also increase the likelihood of specific ...

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European Parliament adopts new medical device regulations

BRUSSELS, Belgium: The European Parliament has voted to implement two new regulations concerning medical devices with the aim of improving safety in ...

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ADX Sydney has new manager

SYDNEY, Australia: In a move that is set to benefit Australia’s various dental events, Linda Gaunt, former CEO of Meetings & Events Australia, has been ...

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Hong Kong: Access to dental subsidy scheme to be widened

HONG KONG: The age limit for the Community Care Fund scheme, which subsidises dental care for Hong Kong’s elderly population, among other assistance ...

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Interview: TAV Dental wants to offer a complete implant solution

Rapid improvement in the quality of ceramic implants has meant that they have become a viable alternative to the traditionally used titanium implants. TAV ...

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Interview: A non-invasive, quick and easy method to collect epithelial cells

Early detection of oral cancer or other serious oral health conditions is significant for successful treatment. To improve the process of collecting tissue ...

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Austrian dentist refuses to treat Erdoğan supporters

INNSBRUCK, Austria: A dentist in Austria has caused some sensation with his protest message directed at patients. For three weeks, his practice bore a sign ...

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Study challenges understanding of oral health in the Stone Age

LAS VEGAS, USA: The conventional wisdom surrounding humankind’s transition from hunter-gatherers to consumers of agricultural products is that many people...

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First stakeholders meeting on medical devices

Dear ADDE members and supporters, the first stakeholder meeting in Brussels on 23 February provided a great opportunity for promoting European dentistry and...

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Interview with COMIDENT Chairman Henri Rochet

COLOGNE, Germany: At the recent International Dental Show (IDS) in Cologne in Germany, Dental Tribune International had the opportunity to meet Henri ...

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New survey on European dental trade announced at IDS

COLOGNE, Germany: At this year’s IDS, the Association of Dental Dealers in Europe (ADDE) has presented the new edition of its market review, the 2017 ...

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Interview: Trendsetting AMRUM orthodontic treatment unit goes global

MIKRONA is known for its ORTHORA 200 dental unit and MIGMA 200 alginate mixer. Founded in 1959, the Swiss company has successfully combined functionality ...

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Produits Dentaires expands in endodontics

COLOGNE, Germany: Produits Dentaires stands for Swiss quality in dentistry. In more than 100 countries, the company offers dentists a wide range of ...

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Interview: “CAD/CAM production really is the way forward”

The integration of digital dentistry into existing workflows has become increasingly popular as newer technologies have been developed. Though this approach...

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