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Dental technicians and the digital future: Why embracing change secures the profession

For generations, dental technicians have been the quiet architects behind every confident smile. Working behind the scenes in laboratories, technicians ...

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A bright new smile with KATANA Zirconia YML

Digital technologies for computer-aided imaging, planning, design and manufacturing are valuable tools that support dental technicians in their daily work. ...

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Digital dentistry, innovation and networking in Mallorca—exocad Insights 2026

PALMA DE MALLORCA, Spain: CAD/CAM software provider exocad, an Align Technology company, recently held the fifth edition of exocad Insights under the theme ...

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Researchers target tuneable denture materials for next-generation prostheses

AURORA, Colo., US: Multi-material 3D-printing of monolithic dentures in a single build has been a significant advance in digital denture fabrication. ...

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“We must look at the workflow through the dentist’s eyes”

In Bonn, the first Dentsply Sirona World Germany brought together dental professionals to explore the growing role of connected digital technologies in ...

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Extra funds granted to stabilise public dental services in Northern Ireland

BELFAST, Northern Ireland: Health officials in Northern Ireland have pledged to repair ailing publicly funded dental services via long-term reforms; ...

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Ivoclar Summer School 2026 to take place in ten countries

SCHAAN, Liechtenstein: Under the motto “Travel, learn, connect”, the Ivoclar Summer School will return this year. First launched in 2022, the ...

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AI chatbots show promise as educational adjuncts in endodontics

DALLAS, US: As artificial intelligence (AI) tools are increasingly explored in dental education and clinical learning, questions remain about how reliably ...

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Hybrid sagittal decompression to optimise aligner efficiency in an anterior open bite case

Although sagittal discrepancy may be minimal in some patients, dental crowding and tight interproximal contacts can significantly compromise the efficiency ...

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Apollo investment supports vVARDIS’s global Curodont expansion

ZUG, Switzerland: Swiss dental manufacturer vVARDIS has announced a strategic minority investment from funds managed by Apollo, a global alternative asset ...

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EFP–EAPD consensus clarifies periodontal care for children and adolescents

MADRID, Spain: Periodontal disease in children and adolescents can be difficult to diagnose and manage due to inconsistent definitions and the limitations ...

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“We aim to develop and strengthen lasting relationships”

On 3 and 4 October, dental professionals from around the world will gather in Tokyo in Japan for the sixth GC International Dental Symposium. Organised as ...

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Koelnmesse and dmg events announce the launch of the IDEM Saudi Arabia 2026

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: Koelnmesse and dmg events have announced the launch of the annual International Dentistry Exhibition and Meeting in Saudi Arabia (IDEM...

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Global Osseointegration Day webinar: Advances in bionic limb reconstruction

In recognition of Global Osseointegration Day on 3 May, an upcoming webinar hosted by Brånemark Academy will explore the rapidly evolving field of ...

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One system, different motions for daily challenges

Root canal anatomy with all of its inherent complexity still represents a very serious challenge to modern root canal therapy. Even with many breakthroughs ...

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NHS dental charges rise again amid access crisis

LONDON, England: National Health Service (NHS) dental charges in England have increased once more, under amended regulations that came into force this ...

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Continuing education takes centre stage at Ivoclar Media Connect

SCHAAN, Liechtenstein: On 14 April, media representatives gathered for the first Ivoclar Media Connect event at the new Ivoclar Campus at the company’s ...

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Study links oral bacterium to breast cancer initiation and progression

BALTIMORE, US: Growing evidence suggests that the oral microbiome may influence the development of cancers beyond the oral cavity. In a recent preclinical ...

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IDEM solidifies its key role in Asia-Pacific dentistry

SINGAPORE: This month, the leading dental event in Asia-Pacific has confirmed the regional industry’s strength and resilience in challenging times. The ...

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Osstem Implant hosts global symposium in Bangkok

BANGKOK, Thailand: Held on 27 and 28 March in the Thai capital, the Osstem World Meeting 2026 Bangkok highlighted the latest clinical strategies and ...

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Komet Dental to host its first International Endodontic Summit

LEMGO, Germany: Komet Dental, one of the world’s largest brands for rotary dental instruments and systems, will host its first International Endodontic ...

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Researchers uncover gene teamwork behind tooth root formation

CHENGDU, China: Tooth root development depends on precise cell communication pathways. Researchers from China have shown how two genes, Gli2 and Gli3, work...

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Bonding agent receives DENTAL ADVISOR awards

TOKYO, Japan: Every dental practitioner aims for smooth and efficient procedures that deliver optimal patient experiences and treatment outcomes. Kuraray ...

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SprintRay Midas World Tour heads to London

LONDON, England: SprintRay has announced that it will host the London stop of its Midas World Tour, an exclusive hands-on educational event showcasing ...

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Interceptive aligner treatment in a growing Class II, Division 1 patient

Early intervention in growing patients with skeletal Class II malocclusion aims to reduce sagittal discrepancies, guide dentofacial development and minimise...

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Large study ties poor childhood oral health to later heart risk

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: Poor oral health in childhood is known to have consequences far beyond the mouth, including effects on growth, and adult oral health ...

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Beyond regeneration: Vienna to welcome the global Osteology community

VIENNA, Austria: Beginning tomorrow, the International Osteology Symposium 2026 will bring together the global oral regeneration community at VIECON in ...

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Innovative composite approach improves 3D printing of lithium disilicate

JINAN, China: 3D printing of lithium disilicate still faces challenges in achieving precise results. The material’s high transparency allows laser light ...

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Does AI affect treatment decision-making and outcomes?

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: While many artificial intelligence (AI) systems for dental diagnosis demonstrate high accuracy, their real clinical value depends on ...

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