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Aligners show similar occlusal improvement to fixed appliances—review

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: Although aligners can achieve occlusal improvements comparable to those of fixed appliances in selected cases, evidence is less ...

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Treating complex implant cases: ITI webinar to cover treatment planning

An International Team for Implantology (ITI) webinar to be hosted by Straumann Campus on 20 October will explore the key aspects of treating complex ...

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Omega-3 and low-dose aspirin show promise in severe periodontitis

SÃO PAULO, Brazil: Concerns about antimicrobial resistance and the limitations of adjunctive antibiotics have prompted research into other approaches to ...

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Study links screen time, sleep and dental health among teenagers

NAGPUR, India: For children and adolescents, previous research has linked spending more time on smartphones and other screens with poorer oral health, ...

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Former Henry Schein manager sentenced to prison for embezzlement

NEW YORK, US: Tony Ream, a former credit supervisor at Henry Schein, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for wire fraud related to the embezzlement of...

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Tooth wear found in almost all adolescents in a new UAE study

SHARJAH, UAE: Recent evidence suggests that tooth wear is becoming both more prevalent and more severe among adolescents worldwide, but prevalence in the ...

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X-MIND optima digital ecosystem connects imaging, diagnosis and treatment planning

MÉRIGNAC, France: As digital technologies continue to evolve, dental practices increasingly rely on multiple imaging, diagnostic and treatment planning ...

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King’s spin-out secures US$4 million investment to advance enamel repair technology

LONDON, England: Current approaches to enamel remineralisation can promote mineral recovery in demineralised enamel, but cannot regenerate enamel structure ...

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Poor periodontal health linked to higher dementia risk in ten-year Japanese study

FUKUOKA, Japan: Poor oral health has increasingly been investigated in relation to dementia, but longitudinal studies specifically on periodontitis have had...

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“Our aim is to put preventive care into patients’ own hands”

Developed in Scotland, Toothboost is an oral mist designed to support preventive oral care throughout the day, in addition to regular toothbrushing. At the ...

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“Fashion is going mad for mouths”: The aesthetics of teeth in contemporary pop culture

Consider these recent cultural moments. In June, the website of the French fashion magazine Marie Claire, a pillar of the fashion industry known for its ...

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Dentsply Sirona announces three new continuing education webinars on DS Academy Campus

CHARLOTTE, N.C., US: This autumn, Dentsply Sirona will host three new webinars on DS Academy Campus, its global clinical educational platform offering both ...

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Dr Christina Radics: “Being a good dentist and running a successful dental business are two different jobs”

Dental education prepares clinicians for patient care, but often gives far less attention to the leadership, business and personal skills they may later ...

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More than 7,000 dental professionals gather in Tokyo for GC symposium

TOKYO, Japan: The sixth GC International Dental Symposium opened today at the Tokyo International Forum, bringing together more than 7,000 dental ...

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DS World UK returns to Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM, UK: DS World UK opened today at The Vox at the NEC Birmingham, bringing together more than 500 participants for two days of clinical education, ...

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Ancient tooth wear reveals earliest evidence of habitual drug use

BRISBANE, Australia: Betel nut is a stimulant widely used across South and Southeast Asia and the Pacific and has long been regarded as one of the oldest ...

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Dentex and neDwork collaborate on education programme

BRUSSELS, Belgium: The scientific programme at Dentex, which currently takes place in Brussels, offers education across a broad range of clinical, digital ...

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Dentex: “A key biennial meeting place for the Belgian dental community”

Today, Dentex opened at Brussels Expo, bringing together dental professionals, manufacturers and industry experts from Belgium and beyond. Ahead of the ...

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From passive adoption to responsible use of AI in dentistry

Ask a group of dentists whether they use artificial intelligence (AI) in their clinical practice, and you will get a wide range of answers. Some will say ...

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Geistlich Campus webinar explores the role of social media in building a dental practice

A webinar to be hosted by Geistlich Campus on 7 October will explore how Instagram can support the growth of a dental practice. Drawing on the success of a ...

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“Dental students should be actively involved in policy discussions”

In its 75th year, the International Association of Dental Students (IADS) is looking beyond clinical education to strengthen the voice of dental students ...

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Oral pain disparities extend beyond behavioural and health factors

SICHUAN, China: Social disadvantage has long been associated with oral disease and pain, but most research has examined individual socio-economic factors ...

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MegaGen expands MDR‑certified portfolio with R2 Studio Q

DAEGU, South Korea: MegaGen has expanded its portfolio of products certified under Regulation (EU) 2017/745—the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR)—to ...

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Restoring a peg-shaped lateral incisor with universal composite

Peg-shaped lateral incisors present a particular restorative challenge, combining aesthetic demands with the need for precise morphological reconstruction. ...

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Supporting dental care and education in Liberia

MONROVIA, Liberia: Liberia has one of the lowest densities of dentists in Africa. According to the World Health Organization, the country had just 0.01 ...

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Ivoclar presents “Simplify Your Filling Therapy” workflow

SCHAAN, Liechtenstein: Switching between materials and selecting products at different stages can add complexity to direct restorative treatment. ...

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“Meaningful integration means recognising oral health practitioners as autonomous, accountable members of the healthcare team”

Despite growing support for integrating oral health into mainstream healthcare, structural, professional and educational barriers continue to impede this ...

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DS World Las Vegas opens with expanded hands-on education programme

LAS VEGAS, US: DS World Las Vegas opened today at the MGM Grand Conference Center, bringing together more than 2,000 dental professionals from 16 countries ...

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Study evaluates dental students’ experiences of mixed reality-based learning

ZURICH, Switzerland: Immersive technologies such as mixed reality (MR) are gaining increasing attention in dental education as potential tools for creating ...

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