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KATANA Zirconia YML: Reinventing multilayered zirconia

HATTERSHEIM AM MAIN, Germany: It is both a blessing and a curse that different zirconia materials are used depending on the indication—a blessing because ...

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Study shows psychological impact of COVID-19 on Chinese dental professionals

SHANGHAI, China: Given that SARS-CoV-2 originated in China, it is understandable that the nation’s emergency dental care providers have experienced an ...

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Interview: “I consider it my goal to further promote the most modern prophylaxis method: GBT”

Electro Medical Systems (EMS) is a leading manufacturer of precision medical devices for dental prophylaxis. Recently, Dr Ernst Wühr was appointed the ...

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Scientists conducting novel oral health research in space

NEW YORK, U.S.: As the saying goes, the sky is the limit. This is true for the scientists conducting the first oral health experiment in space to ...

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Autogenous transplantation followed by conservative root canal therapy: Three years follow-up

Although the final goal of the endodontic therapy is to provide symptom-free functional teeth with healthy periapical tissue long term,1 the severely ...

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Study confirms gingival recession increases risk of Alzheimer’s disease

GREIFSWALD, Germany: Periodontitis has been associated with a risk for Alzheimer’s disease in previous studies. The long-term Study of Health in Pomerania...

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Digital dentistry market: 3D printers and intra-oral scanners drive market growth in Europe

The European digital dentistry market, which includes CAD/CAM systems, CAD/CAM materials and dental 3D printers, is projected to experience double-digit ...

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Interview: “It all starts with the right dentine bonding agent”

Dr Max Andrup, a 2010 graduate of Umeå University, currently runs a private practice in the city of Hudiksvall in Sweden, where he maintains a passion for ...

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World Health Assembly approves resolution addressing oral health

GENEVA, Switzerland: The World Health Organization’s (WHO) management of the COVID-19 pandemic thus far has brought its fair share of ...

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Chinese clear aligner maker aims high

SHANGHAI, China: Many readers may not have heard of Angelalign Technology, the largest clear aligner manufacturer in mainland China. The company shares most...

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How to use Straumann biomaterials—an overview for dental students

In an upcoming webinar specifically aimed at dental students, Dr Edgard El Chaar will review Straumann’s entire biomaterial portfolio. El Chaar, a former ...

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EuroPerio: EFP launches virtual series, provides outlook for 2022 congress

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: Amid the global pandemic, the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) decided to defer the EuroPerio10 congress, which had ...

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Consolidation ramps up as Dentsply Sirona acquires assets of Propel Orthodontics

CHARLOTTE, N.C., U.S.: Dental giant Dentsply Sirona has acquired the assets of U.S.-based Propel Orthodontics. Propel develops and manufactures orthodontic ...

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New study examines extent of occupational risk of COVID-19 in UK

BIRMINGHAM, UK: To fill a research gap, researchers have recently examined whether dental professionals are, in fact, at an increased risk of becoming ...

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Align Technology reaches ten millionth Invisalign patient milestone

LONDON, UK: Clear aligner provider Align Technology has recently announced that the Invisalign system has cracked the ten million mark. The clear aligners ...

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Combine evacuation systems to better reduce aerosols in dental clinics—study

LOMA LINDA, Calif., U.S.: Airborne respiratory droplets are one of the main modes of transmission of SARS-CoV-2, and the common use of aerosol-generating ...

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“There must be academic proof that[…]digital dental tools are really reliable”

HELSINKI, Finland: Dr Janos Vág became a dentist out of necessity, but he would have preferred to have become a computer science engineer. However, when it...

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Driving on autopilot

Long, narrow root canals are a real challenge even for renowned endodontic experts. Just like a good navigation system in your car, modern endodontic motors...

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International Smile of the Year award celebrates outstanding achievements in dentistry

SOFIA, Bulgaria: Launched in 2008, Smile of the Year recognises achievements in dentistry and dental technology every year. Initially targeted at Bulgarian ...

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Dentsply Sirona and 3Shape announce strategic partnership

CHARLOTTE, N.C., U.S./COPENHAGEN, Denmark: Dentsply Sirona announced recently that it has entered into a partnership with 3Shape, a Danish developer and ...

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TePe recognised as one of UK’s best workplaces

WELLS, UK: Despite an incredibly challenging year for businesses all over the world, the UK-based subsidiary of the Swedish oral hygiene brand TePe was able...

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COVID-19 misconceptions: Disease prevalence among US dentists remains low

CHICAGO, U.S.: Since the beginning of the pandemic, dentistry has been deemed unsafe as dental professionals run a high risk of SARS-CoV-2 spread through ...

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GC’s G-CEM ONE self-adhesive resin cement outperforms competitors in tests done by DENTAL ADVISOR

LUCERNE, Switzerland: G-CEM ONE is the newest self-adhesive resin cement from GC that simplifies procedures and brings together high bond strength, ...

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Cyberattack could cost SmileDirectClub $15 million

NASHVILLE, Tenn., U.S.: In May, direct-to-consumer orthodontics company SmileDirectClub (SDC) was the victim of a substantial cyberattack. Numerous parts of...

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Top three trends influencing U.S. dental bone grafting industry in 2021

NEW YORK, U.S.: Dental bone grafting has become an important and common step in the dental implant procedure. Advancements in allograft, xenograft and ...

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Norwegian and Finnish dentists’ current use and knowledge of stainless steel crowns

OSLO, Norway/HELSINKI, Finland: Stainless steel crowns are recommended for restorative treatment in young patients with teeth severely affected by caries, ...

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Endodontic treatment of maxillary left first molar with complicated root canal system

The patient reported on in this article was referred to my dental office by his general dental practitioner. There was a large cavity and symptoms of ...

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New report addresses equality, diversity and inclusion in dentistry

LONDON, UK: Seeking to show the commitment of the dental profession to fight discrimination and bias in dentistry, the Diversity in Dentistry Action Group ...

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Biotech Dental receives Trusted Quality Mark for Kontact S implant system

BERLN, Germany: The CleanImplant Foundation has awarded the Kontact S implant system from French manufacturer Biotech Dental with the Trusted Quality Mark. ...

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How artificial intelligence is shaping dentistry in 2021

The topic of artificial intelligence (AI) has always stirred up both intrigue and intimidation; the fear of the unknown is strong, but with the rise of ...

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