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Dental implant system Straumann BLX now available in Europe

BASLE, Switzerland: Straumann is pleased to offer its new Straumann BLX implant system across the whole of Europe. The next-generation solution for ...

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ClearCorrect and Align Technology settle long-standing patent dispute

BASLE, Switzerland: ClearCorrect, a Straumann Group company, has agreed to pay US$35 million (€31 million) to settle its long-standing patent dispute with...

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Researchers develop new periodontitis treatment method

LOS ANGELES, U.S.: Recent studies showing an increase in patients with periodontitis, as well as studies linking it with Alzheimer’s disease, have led to ...

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Align Technology releases new imaging system

COLOGNE, Germany: Align Technology recently announced that it was launching the iTero Element 5D imaging system, which provides a comprehensive approach to ...

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Sinus lift the focus in upcoming free Dental Tribune Study Club webinar

NEW YORK, U.S.: In an upcoming free Dental Tribune Study Club webinar on Wednesday, April 3, an expert will be discussing sinus lift. Webinar host Dr. Dima ...

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New study shows cancer-linked genetic changes in electronic cigarette users

LOS ANGELES, U.S.: Despite their thriving market, electronic cigarettes may not be a harmless alternative to smoking after all. A recent study has shown ...

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"Our way of preventing oral disease is by remineralising the tooth’s surface"

Our teeth are constantly exposed to mechanical and chemical wear, and with age, our oral immune system becomes less effective at fighting pathogenic ...

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ACTEON showcases new scanner at IDS 2019

COLOGNE, Germany: At the 2019 International Dental Show (IDS), French company ACTEON released the latest addition to its 2 D and CBCT panoramic product ...

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Planmeca announces partnership with Navigate Surgical Technologies

HELSINKI, Finland: Dental manufacturer Planmeca and Navigate Surgical Technologies (NST), a provider of real-time surgical navigation solutions, have ...

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W&H showcase their latest steriliser at IDS 2019

COLOGNE, Germany: The International Dental Show (IDS) is a brilliant place for companies to showcase their advancements in technology and new products. At ...

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Scientists find link between mouthwash use and raised blood pressure

HOUSTON, U.S.: A balanced oral microbiome can contribute to good cardiovascular health by converting dietary nitrate into nitric oxide (NO), a signaling ...

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Biomechanical considerations in solving demanding cases

The predictability of dental implant osseointegration has enabled clinicians and researchers to focus on additional success criteria in the overall ...

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University of Gothenburg euthanises dogs after dental implant experiments

GOTHENBURG, Sweden: Despite the worldwide protests against ongoing dental implant experiments on animals at the University of Gothenburg, six dogs have been...

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Planmeca introduces extensive line-up of new products at IDS 2019

With another spectacular edition of the International Dental Show (IDS) now over, the Finnish digital dental unit manufacturer Planmeca can look back at an ...

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Think-tank unveils proposal for a universal dental care scheme

MELBOURNE, Australia: Poor oral health is something many Australians are dealing with every day. Limited access to dental care services, increase in ...

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Poll reveals dentists have lost faith in the Dental Board of Australia

SYDNEY, Australia: The role health professionals play in society is a key one, so too is the role of the regulator. Recently, the Australian Dental ...

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Nobel Biocare set to showcase new implant solution in Madrid

ZURICH, Switzerland: At its 2019 Global Symposium in Madrid, Nobel Biocare will present a new implant system designed to challenge conventional methods of ...

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Align takes another step forward in the clear aligner industry

COLOGNE, Germany: As technology in the field of clear aligners continues to improve, the prospective market too will increase. At IDS 2019, Align Technology...

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Craniofacial surgery: Customized bone implants grown inside the patient

HOUSTON, U.S.: Patients who suffer loss of mandibular bone because of cancer, infection, trauma or congenital disease are left with bony defects that are ...

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Interview: DryShield is introducing the only autoclavable modern isolation system to Europe

Modern isolation systems are designed to accomplish the tasks of a high-suction evacuator, dry angles, cotton rolls and gauze in one easy-to-use device. ...

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Oral bacteria could play a crucial role in pancreatic cancer detection

SOLNA, Sweden: In a recent study, researchers at Karolinska Institutet have found a link between the presence of oral bacteria in cystic pancreatic tumours ...

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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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Guided bone regeneration in smokers - Use of synthetic bone blocks

Bone grafts are used as a filler and scaffold to facilitate bone formation and promote wound healing if necessary. Bone grafting is possible because bone ...

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IDS reaffirms its leading position as global dental trade fair

COLOGNE, Germany: The International Dental Show (IDS), which took place in Cologne from 12 to 16 March, fulfilled the high expectations of the global ...

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Five quick questions with Prof. Miguel Peñarrocha Diago

Dental Tribune International asked Prof. Miguel Peñarrocha Diago five quickfire questions about his background in dentistry and what inspires him in his ...

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Interview: “Have we been ignoring teeth?”

Dr. Erin C. Dunn, Assistant Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School, Boston, U.S., is a scientist working to identify strategies to prevent mental...

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Henry Schein acquires practice management software provider Lighthouse 360

AMERICAN FORK, Utah, U.S.: Through its Henry Schein One joint venture, health care solutions company Henry Schein has acquired Lighthouse 360, a provider of...

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Survey: UK schools rank last in provision of oral health education

GENEVA, Switzerland: Today on World Oral Health Day (WOHD), FDI World Dental Federation has released the results of a survey conducted in 13 countries which...

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New realistic mouth models aim to improve dental education

BIRMINGHAM, UK: New research being carried out in collaboration with the University of Birmingham will allow dental students to train on dental models that ...

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Guided endodontics: A panacea for avoiding failures or just a cool gimmick?

Having been in the trade as an endo-savvy dentist for the last 20 years, I have treated referred cases that were structurally compromised, produced nice ...

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