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Journal celebrates centennial with article on how implants have influenced restorative dentistry

ALEXANDRIA, Va., U.S.: This year marks the centennial of the Journal of Dental Research (JDR). To celebrate this special occasion, the JDR is featuring a ...

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2019 ADF conference and exhibition fast approaching

PARIS, France: The annual conference and exhibition of the French Dental Association (ADF) is one of the most important events on the European dental ...

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NZDA calls on government to pass languishing water fluoridation bill

AUCKLAND, New Zealand: In a recent statement, the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA) said it would like to see more cross-party support in parliament for...

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FDA grants first modified risk orders to smokeless tobacco products

WHITE OAK, Md., U.S.: For the first time, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the marketing of products through the modified risk ...

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British Dental Association releases its 2019 manifesto

LONDON, UK: The British Dental Association (BDA) has launched its 2019 manifesto, just prior to the upcoming general election. In the document, the trade ...

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The story of misaligned implants gets put straight in free webinar

The world of implantology is progressing at an exciting speed. However, as is the case with many new developments, complications along the way are ...

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New world record: German dentist extracts world’s longest human tooth

OFFENBACH, Germany: Tooth extraction is part of the day-to-day business in a dental practice. However, last year, Dr Max Lukas was fairly stunned when he ...

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Finding an alternative to amalgam through glass hybrid technology

MADRID, Spain: The phase-down of amalgam is currently taking place, and many dental practitioners are still seeking a viable alternative. In this regard, ...

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Interview: “The most challenging part has been getting people to believe that it is even possible”

Motivated by his desire to simplify the treatment process for patients, Dr Philip Tan has developed a full-arch implant-retained prosthesis for completely ...

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Treatment of edentulism with Pro Arch BLX focus of free webinar

LONDON, UK: When it comes to implants, the Straumann Group has been one of the major dental brands leading the way. In a free upcoming Straumann Group ...

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Ohio startup uses telephones to streamline practice management

LEHI, Utah, U.S.: The front office of a dental practice can be compared to the oral cavity. In the same way that a healthy “gateway” leads to better ...

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Atraumatic extraction of maxillary first premolar

A 70-year-old female patient visited our clinic owing to a fractured maxillary first molar. Tooth #24 had previously had a large composite restoration that ...

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First permanent molars function as health database dating back to before birth

HAMILTON, Canada: Teeth provide a permanent biological marker of metabolic stressors that disrupt mineralization in utero and in early childhood. A recent ...

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Patients are ready to take teledentistry on board

MAASTRICHT, Netherlands: As a result of the digitalisation of our everyday lives, telemedicine is becoming an increasingly more interesting topic for both ...

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Periodontics a step closer to gaining EU-wide recognition

MADRID, Spain: For several years now, the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) has been campaigning for the practice of periodontics to be given ...

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Enamel hypoplasia used to indicate gender equality

TÜBINGEN, Germany: Scandinavia is regarded as a role model with regard to gender equality. Now, historians at the University of Tübingen have investigated...

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Journal of Dental Research article focuses on evolution of esthetic dentistry

ALEXANDRIA, Va., U.S.: This year, the Journal of Dental Research (JDR) is celebrating its publishing centenary. To mark the milestone, the journal has been ...

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New dental research centre set up in Singapore

SINGAPORE: Though it is a relatively wealthy nation, Singapore’s overall level of oral health leaves much to be desired. Nearly a third (31%) of the ...

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Webinar examines immediate treatment protocols and their outcomes

LONDON, UK: When it comes to implants, good outcomes and high predictability are crucial. In a free upcoming Straumann Group webinar on Thursday, 21 ...

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New publication aims to predict upcoming European implant trends

LISBON, Portugal: Though it has only been available to edentulous patients for a few decades, implant therapy has become a crucial treatment modality in ...

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New production process promises to make dental ceramic implants more resilient

MÜLHEIM AN DER RUHR, Germany: Prof. Sami Sandhaus’s development of ceramic dental implants marked a turning point in the advancement of dental implant ...

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FDI World Dental Congress 2020—China is shaping future of oral health

SHANGHAI, China: China is a powerful ally in achieving a global community commitment to health. Recognising that health is fundamentally linked to ...

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Free webinar to focus on dysbiosis and personalised care pathways

KRIENS, Switzerland: In a free Dental Tribune Study Club webinar on Tuesday, 12 November, Dr Juan Carlos Villalobos will be discussing the importance of ...

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Endo Voices podcast updates endodontists on the hottest topics

CHICAGO, U.S.: The Endo Voices podcast by the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) is a new way to reach those committed to providing the best care ...

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SmileDirectClub soldiers on

NASHVILLE, Tenn., U.S.: Eight weeks is a long time for SmileDirectClub (SDC). Dental Tribune International last reported on the teleorthodontics startup in ...

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CDA recommends best practices for video recording in dental offices

SACRAMENTO, Calif., U.S.: An increasing number of dental offices implement video surveillance systems to ensure their own and patient security, aid in loss ...

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New guideline recommends treatment over antibiotics for toothache

CHICAGO, U.S.: Action to combat the overprescription of antibiotics and the consequent development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is desperately needed. A...

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General Dental Council accused of engaging in undercover investigations

LONDON, UK: According information gained via a freedom of information (FOI) request by Dental Protection and a report by The Telegraph, the General Dental ...

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DTI moves north and introduces Denmark and Norway to its network

LEIPZIG, Germany/HELLERUP, Denmark: Dental Tribune International (DTI) has recently welcomed a new partner to its global group of publishers: DentaNet, a ...

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Dental radiographs pose potential hazard to human health, study finds

BRIGHTON, UK/ATLANTA, US: The incidence of thyroid cancer and meningioma is increasing globally. New research has found that repeated exposure to dental ...

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