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Dental tourism among UK patients is on the rise, BDA reports

LONDON, UK: According to a recent survey carried out by the British Dental Association (BDA), an increasing number of dental patients in the UK are seeking ...

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Interview: Dental therapists as answer to racial inequities in oral healthcare

A recent study by Community Catalyst, a US non-profit health organisation that advocates for health equity and justice, emphasises how dental therapy can ...

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Irregular dental visits and deteriorating periodontal health in Denmark

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: In a recent study, researchers aimed to examine periodontal care behaviours among dental patients in Denmark. Additionally, the ...

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SprintRay announces multiyear partnership with Usain Bolt

LOS ANGELES, U.S.: SprintRay, a global medtech pioneer and industry leader in digital dentistry and 3D-printing solutions, has recently announced a ...

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TePe introduces TePe Supreme—a sustainable toothbrushing option

MALMÖ, Sweden: After the introduction of TePe’s sustainable interdental brushes and speciality brushes, the TePe Supreme toothbrush has now been ...

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Interview: “Slow Dentistry has resonated around the world and is growing exponentially”

Since 2010, Slow Dentistry has been encouraging dental professionals to manage their time at the clinic better and to practise ethical and quality care. ...

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COVID-19 jab for oral health care workers: Protection against virus or condition of employment?

ALEXANDRIA, Va., U.S.: Months into the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, it is clear that, although millions of vaccines doses have been administered and ...

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Large study finds regional inequalities in accessing dental care in Japan

TSUKUBA, Japan: Healthcare can be considered a right or a luxury, depending on one’s location. Although essential for maintaining good health, healthcare ...

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Exocad supports Overland for Smile to provide dental care for disadvantaged kids in eastern Europe

DARMSTADT, Germany: Exocad, an Align Technology company, has announced its 2020 holiday contribution to the non-profit organisation Overland for Smile ...

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COVID-19 causes major delays in paediatric dental care in Australia

MELBOURNE, Australia: Owing to potential exposure to COVID-19, the Australian government has introduced tough restrictions on healthcare personnel during ...

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Dentists from Scotland share experience of emergency lockdown treatment

FORT WILLIAM, UK: Owing to strict government restrictions for controlling the spread of SARS-CoV-2, dental practices in Scotland were instructed to limit ...

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Dentists across Europe face business challenges in times of COVID-19

BRUSSELS, Belgium: Dentists all over Europe are doing their part to limit the spread of COVID-19 while staying up to date with national and local ...

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Free dental clinic makes positive impact throughout community

DUNEDIN, New Zealand: Many of the issues around oral health in New Zealand are related to the cost of care. People at the lower end of the socio-economic ...

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Brazilian dentists offer free dental help to victims of abuse

SÃO PAOLO, Brazil: Turma do Bem is the largest specialized volunteer network in the world. The organization believes that oral health is a tool of social ...

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Harvard School of Dental Medicine emphasizes importance of saving natural teeth

BOSTON, U.S.: Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM) has recently collaborated with the American Association of Endodontists (AAE), Boston University ...

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More webinars, more languages: Straumann Group’s dental e-learning platform grows

BASEL, Switzerland: In order to continue advancing dental care through dental education, the Straumann Group has expanded its global educational online ...

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Walmart begins its move into health care

DALLAS, Ga., U.S.: Walmart, the world’s largest company by revenue, has recently launched its first health clinic. The retail giant held a grand opening ...

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Survey indicates great concern over high dental care costs in Singapore

SINGAPORE: A recent survey commissioned by a standing committee appointed by the Singapore Dental Association (SDA) has inquired into the public’s ...

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People living with HIV struggle to access oral health services

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Canada: Researchers from the University of British Columbia have recently conducted an environmental scan and categorized the ...

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New Zealand government faces growing criticism over limited access to dental care

DUNEDIN, New Zealand: The University of Otago in New Zealand has recently reopened its multimillion-dollar dental school, the only one in the country. The ...

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Children with autism often overlooked for dental care

CHARLESTON, S.C., U.S.: Autism affects a child’s social skills. Even simple tasks, such as scheduling an appointment at a dentist’s office, may often be...

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CPAG calls for free dental care and healthcare for all youth

AUCKLAND, New Zealand: Early childhood dental caries is the most common chronic disease seen in children and a leading cause of hospital admissions for New ...

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BIOLASE and TeamSmile co-host series of oral health events

LOS ANGELES/KANSAS CITY, Mo., U.S.: BIOLASE, a medical device company and a global leader in dental lasers, and TeamSmile, an advocacy group that partners ...

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ADA will continue its push for affordable dental care after Australian election

SYDNEY, Australia: A few days after the Australian elections, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) has reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with ...

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Lower socio-economic groups in New Zealand cannot afford urgently needed dental procedures

AUCKLAND, New Zealand: Socially disadvantaged adults in New Zealand cannot afford dental treatments, even if in great pain, resulting in dangerous ...

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Australian government continues to support child dental care scheme

CANBERRA, Australia: The Australian government has recently announced it will be committing A$1 billion to ensure the sustainability of the Child Dental ...

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Dentists continue their push for a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages

AUCKLAND, New Zealand: The results of a recently published study have indicated that the introduction of a tax on sugar-laden beverages could reduce the ...

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US International Trade Commission rejects Align’s patent infringement claims against 3Shape

WASHINGTON, U.S.: On March 1, 3Shape received a favorable notice of initial determination from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) concerning ...

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Patients with disabilities to receive improved access to dental care

Chicago, U.S.: The American Dental Association (ADA) has recently revised its Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct to improve access to ...

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Henry Schein supports dental outreach to Moldovan children in need

GILLINGHAM, UK: For the second consecutive year, Henry Schein UK has provided dental supplies to a team from North Carolina in the US providing treatment to...

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