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Align Technology expands operations in Costa Rica

SAN JOSE, Calif., U.S.: Align Technology, manufacturer of the Invisalign clear aligner system and iTero intraoral scanners, recently opened its newest ...

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New method allows production of customised photopolymers for dentistry

VIENNA, Austria: An increasing number of coating materials, including some for use in dentistry, are cured with light. Yet, homogeneous, custom polymer ...

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Study reveals bacteria’s competitive nature

NEW HAVEN, Conn., U.S.: With between 100 and 200 different strains of bacteria in the human mouth at any one time, the oral cavity can be a highly contested...

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Dental and industry professionals meet at 2018 IADR General Session and Exhibition

LONDON, UK: The 96th General Session and Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) has begun and is being held in conjunction ...

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Study finds limited effectiveness of chlorhexidine for oral procedures

LEIOA, Spain: The human oral cavity is populated by a variety of bacteria. Surgical procedures in the mouth thus pose the risk of bacteria passing into the ...

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Australian dental industry welcomes new Indian economic strategy

CANBERRA, Australia: In May 2017, Australia’s prime minister and the Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment commissioned an independent report on an ...

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Post-FIFA: Heimir Hallgrímsson to return to his dental chair

HEIMAEY, Iceland: Heimir Hallgrímsson has decided to dedicate himself solely to his dental patients again. After seven years as head coach of the Iceland ...

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Research team receive multiple awards for micro-guided endodontics technique

BASEL, Switzerland: Pulp canal calcification (PCC) is a common consequence of dental injuries and may occur in patients after a luxation. Researchers at the...

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IDS to showcase wealth of possibilities offered by digital endodontics

COLOGNE, Germany: The success of endodontic therapy depends on many factors, including the detection of all root canals, their hermetic seal and the nature ...

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Ortho Caps displays aligner products at EOS Congress; enters US market

EDINBURGH, UK: This year’s European Orthodontic Society (EOS) Congress recently welcomed a number of international orthodontists aiming to receive an ...

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New microsensor for pH mapping joins the fight against dental caries

TOKYO, Japan: Dental caries is a major health problem affecting the quality of life of many people worldwide. Products released by bacteria on the surface ...

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Research uses dental plaque to uncover potential for insights into ancient diets

YORK, UK: Perhaps unfairly, the teeth of Britons have developed an international reputation for being crooked and aesthetically subpar. Researchers have ...

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Young Pro Award 2018 now open for submissions

BASEL, Switzerland: The Straumann Group and botiss biomaterials have recently announced the opening of their collaborative research award, the Young Pro ...

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Dentsply Sirona demonstrates future of Ankylos system in Berlin

BERLIN, Germany: Under the motto of “Trust experience. Discover excellence”, the recent 2018 Ankylos Congress provided Dentsply Sirona with an ...

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Interview: ROOTS SUMMIT “puts things in a different perspective”

“After ROOTS SUMMIT is before ROOTS SUMMIT” was one of the main phrases heard at this year’s event. Its origin can be traced to the previous event ...

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Flavouring agents stimulate molecular defence system study suggests

MUNICH, Germany: In the past, it has been proven that factors such as age, health and diet influence the composition of saliva. However, little is known ...

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Innovative dental implant treatment taken to Easter Island on a humanitarian mission

RAPA NUI, Chile: Dental implantology experts and the Foundation for Oral Rehabilitation (FOR) have taken a new treatment solution for edentulism to Rapa ...

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Nanostructured surface fights bacteria growing on dental implants

KARLSRUHE, Germany: Micro- and nanotechnology are gaining importance in the medical field and particularly in implantology. Dental implants provide a great ...

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"Come on let your colours burst" at Dentsply Sirona World 2018

ORLANDO, Fla., U.S.: Dental manufacturer Dentsply Sirona is hosting its upcoming Dentsply Sirona World 2018 annual industry gathering from Sept. 13 to 15. ...

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Interview: “Volunteering ticked all the right boxes”

Though it is a nation with a rich and storied history, Lebanon has been known in more recent times for its volatile political climate and high levels of ...

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Dental Wings software solutions now accept scans by Carestream CS 3600 intraoral scanner

MONTREAL, Canada/ATLANTA, U.S.: Dental Wings and Carestream Dental have announced that the CS 3600 intraoral scanner has been certified by Dental Wings for ...

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Dental calculus indicates plant consumption in Neanderthal diet

LEIPZIG, Germany: The ecology of Neanderthals is a pressing area of enquiry in the study of the evolution of hominins (modern humans and their fossil ...

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ROOTS SUMMIT 2020 is coming to Prague

PRAGUE, Czech Republic: Two weeks ago, the world of endodontics met in the German capital of Berlin for ROOTS SUMMIT 2018, which proved an overall ...

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Survey shows sugar consumption increase among children during summer

LONDON, UK: With Britain still recovering from its longest heatwave in five years, parents may be tempted to help keep their children cool by giving them ...

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FDI announces free communication and poster presentation schedule

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina: Each year, the FDI World Dental Federation hosts the FDI World Dental Congress, one of the most prestigious and influential ...

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Neutron tomography offers insights into interior of teeth

BERLIN, Germany: Imaging techniques based on neutron beams are rapidly developing and have become versatile non-destructive analysing tools in many fields ...

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Interview: The Rivelin patch sticks to the mucosal surface for much longer than any other treatment

Though the oral mucosa’s accessibility and high level of blood supply make it an ideal site for drug delivery, various other factors can make drug ...

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Two passions: Conveniently, Icelandic football manager can treat dental injuries

HEIMAEY, Iceland: Sportspeople in general often sustain some kind of injury. Concerning football, the most frequent include torn ligaments, strains and ...

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Straumann Group acquires shares in Createch and botiss

BASEL, Switzerland: The Straumann Group has increased its stake in Createch Medical, a leading provider of high-precision CAD/CAM dental prostheses, from 30...

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EU-endorsed dental amalgam reduction enters into effect

BRUSSELS, Belgium: Though fillings made with amalgam are generally considered to be safe for patients, studies have shown that dental amalgam may cause ...

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